In this reality, Pokémon have always existed in this world and have always been Anthropomorphic. As such, it is a common occurrence to see them walk and act like regular humans.

Now, back to our story.

You were at the beach. Not just any beach, but the Eternal Summer beach, where you could come in January and still find a hot sun and people in bikini and shorts.

But, that's not the point. Sitting on a bench, possibly trying to avoid attention from others, was a strange girl, suckling on a popsicle. She didn't appear to have noticed you yet.