"Absolutely insane."
After leaving the Sleepy Banana Society's hideout, Botion stood by the roadside, utterly speechless.
"Banana... should I find some backup?"
Just then, a familiar voice came from behind him.
"Can you whistle, Susie?"
"No..."
"You have to pucker your lips like I do."
"L-like this—(a strangely hypnotic whistle)?"
"That's right, very good."
"Also, may I examine your body?"
"Huh?"
Faced with Robin's request, the little girl fearfully took two steps back.
"Big Sister Robin, we're not right for each other. Please have some self-respect..."
"..." Robin fell silent.
"Next, are you going to ask me to go home with you, buy me a drink, and then sleep... and study learning materials before bed?"
"My mom said children must stay vigilant when they're out on their own."
"Susie, how could you think of your big sister that way?" Robin looked troubled.
"I really only want to examine your body. I won't do anything else."
"Really?"
"O-okay!" As if she had made up her mind, the little girl straightened her back and wore the expression of someone bravely marching to her death.
"Even if I fall into Big Sister Robin's hands, I'll have no regrets in life!"
"Just relax."
Robin placed a hand on the little girl's head and used a special mental power on her.
"..."
Botion watched the scene and slowly walked toward them.
After a short while, Robin suddenly opened her eyes, looking terrified.
The little girl asked in confusion:
"What's wrong, Big Sister Robin?"
"It's nothing. I was overthinking it—you're very healthy." Robin smiled, though her expression was slightly dim.
Botion stepped forward to greet her. "Never thought I'd run into a big star in a place like this."
Seeing Botion's fierce appearance, the little girl quickly lowered her head and did not dare look at