At Nemo II's words, Alvin immediately dropped the idea of warning Professor Wilson...
These guys were all seasoned veterans. If Translucent really had a problem, Alvin wouldn't be the one who had to deal with it.
Translucent could only "turn invisible," after all...
Here, he or she might not even be able to beat the school's guard dog. What did Alvin have to worry about?
Alvin winked at Nemo II and said with a smile, "Hell's Kitchen is full of bad guys. We generally don't go around asking about other people's business.
"But I've been longing to see the Nautilus for ages...
"Hey, is Atlantis actually real?
"Do you get all the nutrients you need by eating kelp and fish?
"What kind of energy source do you use?
"Nuclear power from a few decades ago wasn't mature at all..."
Nemo II laughed heartily and said, "You'll find out when you see it for yourself. I'd make a pretty good tour guide."
Alvin rubbed his hands together excitedly and asked cautiously, "What do you think? Would this work?
"The school's spring break is coming up soon, and the kids and I have planned an offshore trip...
"I have a small island near Java Island. I heard construction there is almost finished, so I want to go take a look...
"Um, well...
"Could we get a ride on your ship?
"I know I might be asking a lot, but please understand how a fan feels...
"I definitely couldn't stay underwater for twenty thousand kilometers, but I'd still like to try sailing a few thousand kilometers.
"To be honest, I've never really taken in the scenery beneath the sea...
"The one time I did, I almost gave myself claustrophobia."
Alvin clasped his hands together and looked at Nemo II earnestly. "Help me out.