[Blinks his eyes in blank state of surprise, actually kind of worried about Pokey. Ness turns around to face Pokey fully, scratching his chin as he watches with a cautious eye.]

H-Hey.. No reason to go getting upset or anythin'. I wouldn't call you names if you weren't up to no-good. If you don't want to be called Po-.. THAT NAME, then stop being evil and be a normal kid. It's much more fun that way.