The Vulpix stops, looking confused for a moment before seeing the pokeball in the older boy's hand. She barks indignantly, causing Akira to rush forward and scoop her up, trying to quiet her. From first impressions he doesn't think Itachi will be kind to them if they get on his nerves too much...

"I-I thought you might be new, that's all! I know it can be hard to find your feet when you first get here."