[That gets a look of relief crossing his face.]

I am very glad to hear that, Pamela. I was lucky enough to avoid nightmares of my own, as well, but it seems that many others weren't quite as lucky.

[He needed to touch base with Armin and make sure the young man was okay, speaking of which.]

Sad? Did something upset you? [Sorry, Ivy. That sort of thing wasn't, well, a thing where he's from.]

I'll be alright. Just been rather busy with all this forest nonsense. I, ah, attempted to speak with the Pokemon responsible but it didn't work out in my favor, I'm afraid.