"How did Zoey do in the Sinnoh Grand Festival?" Max inquired, more collected now. 
"She won it, and Paul won the Lily of the Valley Conference," Ash informed us, hand going to touch the golden lily on his ear. "Dawn was a total hit in Sinnoh as a Poke Stylist. The three of them journeyed together through Sinnoh... though Zoey departed from the group for a training boot camp after getting all five ribbons."
"Nah, she left because Paul and Dawn finally got together and she hated seeing her crush being all sweet with another person," Gary interrupted. "That was just the excuse she used for Dawn, because even Paul had realized that her feelings for Dawn were more than just platonic."
"Reggie is very happy for his little brother," Riley informed us with a proud smile. "So, am I."
We all came to a stop before the Snowbelle City Gym, home to the Gym Leader Wulfric, an Ice Master. 
"Here we go," Max murmured. "My last gym... in Kalos that is."
"Give it your all!" Ash encouraged him, patting his head. 
With that said, we parted ways. Max went towards the challenger's box and we went to take our seats. Bonnie ended up sitting on my lap, as the gym's seats were too cold for her. Not that I minded, I missed her actinng this spoiled. She stopped after realizing how much work dad had left for me, when he had named me the gym's leader. She is that considerate. Luckily, she went back to acting like the child she is. 
As the gym battle between Max and Gym Leader Wulfric began, a surge of anticipation coursed through my veins. The battlefield was set in Snowbelle City's icy gym, the perfect backdrop for a clash of elemental forces.
"Wulfric, I'm ready for our final showdown!" Max exclaimed, his eyes filled with determination.
Wulfric, with a beartic smile, replied, "You've come a long way, Max. Show me the strength you've gained on your journey!"
With a swift motion, Wulfric released his Bergmite onto the battlefield, his icy presence sending a shiver down my spine. Max, sent out his Pyroar, a majestic and fiery creature ready to unleash his power.
"Pyroar, let's show them the strength of our bond!" Max commanded, his voice filled with passion. 
Pyroar responded with a fierce roar, flames flickering around his mane, ready to ignite the battle. The icy terrain seemed to tremble as the clash between Fire and Ice was about to unfold.
"Bergmite, use Bite!" Wulfric ordered, his voice echoing across the gym.
But Max was quick to react, his strategic mind coming into play. "Pyroar, dodge and counter with Flamethrower!"
With agility and grace, Pyroar evaded the dark jaws of Bergmite, swiftly retaliating with a powerful blast of flames that engulfed the opposing pokemon. The arena was illuminated with a fiery spectacle, contrasting with the icy surroundings.
"Wulfric, don't let up! Bergmite, use Chilling Waters!" Wulfric commanded, determined not to be defeated easily.
Max's eyes narrowed, his focus unwavering. "Pyroar, show them your speed! Use Quick Attack!" Pyroar leaped into action, his fiery mane blazing as he darted across the battlefield with astonishing speed. The avalanche of chilling water was no match for Pyroar's agility as he gracefully maneuvered, dodging the impending disaster. "Now, Pyroar, finish this with a powerful Fire Blast!" Max declared, his voice filled with unwavering confidence. As if on cue, Pyroar unleashed a torrent of flames, engulfing the air in a blazing inferno. The heat intensified, melting the ice beneath their feet and illuminating the gym with an intense glow. Bergmite stood no chance against the sheer power of the Fire Blast, succumbing to its scorching heat. "That's it! Good job Pyroar!"