"Well done, Buzzwole!"
Bai Shi curved the corner of his mouth, praising Buzzwole's stellar performance.
"Buzz~"
Buzzwole placed its hands on its hips, a look of smugness emerging on its face.
Before it knew it, it had grown this strong.
It was no waste that it had left its homeland, come to another world, and become a Pokémon under Bai Shi's command.
Now it seemed this was unquestionably a wise choice.
Compared to before, all aspects of it had improved significantly.
The strength it took pride in had achieved an unprecedented, massive breakthrough.
Even that fierce-looking, solidly powerful Silvally couldn't let it fully cut loose.
"I... I lost..."
Staring at the fallen Silvally, Gladion's gaze went vacant as he murmured with bitter reluctance.
Ever since he became a Pokémon Trainer, this was his first time suffering such a bitter defeat.
Facing Bai Shi's two Pokémon, he was practically at his wits' end and quickly routed.
Previously, Gladion—who felt he already possessed the capability to drive away Ultra Beasts—found it somewhat difficult to accept reality all of a sudden.
In particular, the artificial Pokémon born specifically to combat Ultra Beasts, Silvally, had been effortlessly handled by Buzzwole, nearly shattering his confidence and resolve.
"Facts speak louder than words; certain Ultra Beasts are no different from ordinary Pokémon."
"In terms of potential, they are even superior, second to none."
"Through a Pokémon Trainer's careful nurturing, they can likewise become trustworthy and dependable loyal partners."
Bai Shi curved the corner of his mouth into a triumphant smile, speaking eloquently to Gladion with a composure and confidence filling his words.
"..."
Gladion was left speechless. The words he wanted to use to retort felt as though they were blocked in his throat by something intangible, ultimately dissolving into silence.
Just as Bai Shi had