"But that's just my own interpretation."
"That's fine too. An inexperienced Gym Leader with a clear sense of purpose is better suited to the role than someone with nothing but technique. Thinking about your position before you act, and understanding exactly where you stand, is an important quality for a leader. It matters a great deal."
Togen had been a Gym Leader for some time. That was why he understood the duties of the position better than anyone.
In Togen's eyes, Kaim was still very immature. Yet he was also a young man who understood what it meant to lead a Gym, and Togen valued that. That was why Oukan had recommended Kaim for the position of Gym Leader.
"...I'll work hard."
"That's the spirit!"
"So, was there something you needed? Can I help?"
Togen would not have come all the way to the training room just to chat with Kaim. Kaim therefore assumed he had some purpose in mind.
"Oh, right! Kaim, do you know what day it is?"
"Today?"
Kaim thought about what day it was.
The date was February 14. It was not anyone's birthday, nor did it have anything to do with Pokémon. There were no Gym-related events either.
"I'm guessing something happened."
In the end, Kaim could not come up with anything and raised the white flag.
Togen laughed heartily at him.
"Hahaha! You really have no idea!"
"No. Sorry, did I forget something related to the Gym?"
"No, no. Nothing to do with the Gym. Just something worldly."
"...Worldly?"
Kaim grew even more puzzled, now that he knew it had nothing to do with the Gym. After a few seconds of silence, he offered an answer.
"Oh, Valentine's Day?"
"That's right."
February 14. The whole world was buzzing over Valentine's Day, but Kaim had