We were, but it wouldn't hurt to take a short break. We've been at it for some time.

[ he'll wave at the others, telling them to take a moment to relax. this way, he can focus on beldum - approaching this "stranger" was out of character for alone, but the fact that it's nuzzling into his hand is... interesting. the steel-type looks up at him, nodding as if to say "did you see me? i was really battling! i'm getting stronger, just like you said!" something along those lines.

in all honesty, steven really doesn't suspect anything yet - he's just curious. ]

Beldum is usually quite timid around strangers... Though perhaps that's just a byproduct of the training.

[ but at the same time, he'll be watching the young man carefully; trying to meet his eyes. ]