The business of the World's First Martial Arts Tournament had come to an end for the time being.
Young Master Mao packed his things and prepared to head to Ecruteak City.
The Pokémon that had undergone special training for the Fighting-type tournament were sent back to the lab, too.
Young Master Mao kept Eevee-chan and a few of the other little ones with him to continue training.
As for overpowered monsters like Zeraora and Urshifu, he tossed them all to the trident back home for training.
Ordinary Pokémon couldn't keep up with those three anyway.
"Master~ I'm going back to the Galar Region." Having finally broken free of the crowd, Bea came running to see Gary off. With her watery eyes and pitiful expression, she looked like an abandoned little animal.
"Keep working hard. I'm sure that with a champion's title, your family will acknowledge you and give you more freedom.
"Don't go around looking miserable all day. You're a young girl; smile more.
"If you want to come learn, contact me anytime." Young Master Mao ruffled Bea's short gray hair.
"Mm~ I'll come back to your side, Master." Bea nodded and forced a sunny smile onto her face.
For Bea, this was already no less than laughing her heart out.
"Hahaha~ Nice smile. Keep it up." Patting Bea on the head, Young Master Mao left the contestants' lounge with Gengar and Eevee-chan.
Gengar carried the backpack, grinning excitedly. Time to chow down on airplane meals again!
Eevee nestled quietly against Young Master Mao's back, nuzzling his cheek.
After saying goodbye to Mr. Koga and Mr. Chuck and adding Gurkinn's and Master Ma's contact numbers, Young Master Mao left on his own.
Boarding a plane at Olivine City's airport, Young Master Mao planned to go to Azalea Town first. The