"It's been a while since I left Twinleaf Town. It's about time I went back for a visit."
After winning his battle against Ash, Bai Shi was eager to get home. He said goodbye to the others and boarded a flight back to the Sinnoh Region.
His long travels had only deepened his longing for home.
If not for the threat of Team Flare and his desire to witness Ash become Champion, he might have headed straight home the moment his trip to Alola ended.
Now that he had accomplished all his goals, Bai Shi could hardly wait.
He therefore politely declined the invitation from Ash and the others and chose to set off for home early.
As for traveling to other regions, he would consider that carefully after taking some time to rest and recover.
By the time Bai Shi finally returned to the Manor on the outskirts of Twinleaf Town after his tiring journey, the now-evolved Wyrdeer was lounging in the courtyard, watching a movie with several other Pokémon on the projection equipment he had set up earlier.
Beside them lay piles of assorted snacks and fruit, which they could enjoy to their hearts' content.
The whole scene radiated an indescribable air of carefree comfort, leaving the exhausted Bai Shi thoroughly envious.
Almost all the Pokémon were thrilled to see Bai Shi return. They eagerly gathered around him to show their affection.
Only Wyrdeer remained rather aloof, lying there unmoved and continuing to watch the movie.
"Wyrdeer, you really know how to enjoy yourself!"
After sharing a series of warm, affectionate moments with the other Pokémon, Bai Shi walked over to Wyrdeer and spoke in a teasing tone.
"Wyrdeer~" (You've got some nerve saying that! You nearly cost this old deer half his life!)
At Bai Shi's teasing,