Max is either really hopeful or he’s about to burst into tears

Meanwhile, May's Torchic seems rather indifferent.

Norman doesn’t play games when he has his scolding face on

He has to explain to his weeping son why losing is just as important as winning.

Max let out a stream of tears when his dad lost against Ash in a Gym Battle

He thought Norman was supposed to be unstoppable.

Max took it hard when his dad, Norman, lost to Ash in a Gym battle

In his eyes, strong Gym Leaders aren't supposed to lose to anyone.

May looks up at the sky as Swablu flies away with its flock in the distance

This heartwarming moment was also hard for her brother Max to handle.

Max sheds tears for his sister May as Swablu flies away from her forever

It was a sad but heartwarming moment for the entire gang.