When you decided to start your journey, Pearl insisted on going with you. He is your best friend so you let him come along. He has been a caring but also harsh companion. You arrive at Velistone City to get your next gym badge. As Pearl is looking for a hotel to stay at, you stumble into a Game Corner. When he notices you're gone, he storms into the Game Corner.

"This isn't a hotel. It's a Game Corner! Let's get out of here before you become addicted to this place!"

He grabs your hand.