also, extra kalos thoughts, but I like that after he says he will be starting from zero (FOR REAL this time), Ash asks to hang out with Serena and then for a battle.
He really is trying to start from the ground up with her, even showcasing some interest in things she likes and this small glimpse of him interacting with her so honestly, like the sweet caring friend he CAN BE is so cute but also so sad.
She only got to see the real him at the very end QAQ














