Nico-chi must be in crisis mode, calling us for an emergency gathering.

But why are we meeting at a toy store, anyway?

Beats me. But the mystery makes it all the more fun!

I don't know. I get nervous when I don't know everything… But I guess the toy store part sounds pretty fun.

Oh? Now there's a surprise.

What?

I mean, you act so mature all the time, I never woulda pegged you for the type to get excited over toys.

I'll have you know that I grew up positively surrounded by toys!

Mmm. I can only picture little Karin all precocious, practicing her catwalk turn.

Hmph! I was just as lovely and adorable as any other kid my age.

Ahaha! I'd say that applies to you now too!

I-I was just joking, so please don't lean in on it… It's embarrassing…

Anyway, what were you like as a kid? I can't picture you acting much different than now…

And what's that supposed to mean?!

…Just kidding. You're not wrong! Hehe. I don't think I've changed that much.

*Giggle* I thought so.

Man, you just saw right through me. Am I really that childish? I guess I can't blame you for thinking so, but…

That's not it. It's more that you always have such childlike wonder in your eyes.

I'm actually pretty jealous. You should treasure that innocent joy.

Wh-What?! Where did all this come from? Stop it, stop it right now! I'm gonna blush!

*Giggle* It's the truth.

I bet you're the same, though. Whenever you take on something new, your face gets all animated! I love that about you!

Thank you. Let's carry this energy into whatever Nico's called us to do, and have fun with it too.