"So that's how it is..."
Pheobe didn't blame Xia You. His condition alone told her he must have done everything he could. If anyone was to blame, it was herself for being too rash earlier and falling for Maxie's scheme, causing so much trouble afterward.
She stood up and bowed slightly to Xia You, thanking him sincerely. "Thank you for everything you've done. Since this is how things have turned out, there's no point in my staying here any longer. I'll take my leave."
She bowed not as a member of the Elite Four, but as a granddaughter, and even more as a friend, expressing her heartfelt gratitude for Xia You's help.
This couldn't help but raise Xia You's opinion of her and improve his impression of her somewhat.
As expected of someone who became one of the Elite Four at her age. Aside from being a little impulsive sometimes, her character really was beyond reproach.
"Huh? You're leaving?" Misty, who had just returned with a tray, happened to hear Pheobe's words and couldn't help asking, "Now? But it's already so late. Aren't you staying here for the night?"
Pheobe smiled, seemingly unconcerned about the night outside. "It's fine. I'm used to traveling at night. Besides, nighttime is what Ghost Pokémon like best!"
"All right." Misty could tell that Pheobe had made up her mind, so she didn't insist. "Where are you going next, then?"
Although she hadn't known this girl her own age for long, they had fought side by side, put out the fire on Mt. Pyre together, and traveled together to Lilycove City. They might not have formed a deep friendship, but they could clearly get along as friends now.
Pheobe answered without hesitation, "Even though those people stole the orbs, I still have to take my