"You are extremely welcome, little one." he replied, hugging her back and just allowing himself to feel happy that she was here again.

"...I did miss you, you know. Just in case there was any doubt in your mind. And I'm very glad to have you back with us. You're an extremely dear friend to me."

He'd always felt quite a connection with the watery Eeveelution. Always felt a drive to make sure she was taken care of and happy. He was just glad that she allowed him the rare opportunity to dote a little.