Being underground reminds me of how fun it is to observe ants.

Why are you wearing a Demonica suit, Joker? Hm? How did I know it was you? I could tell by looking at your suit, of course. They're made to perfectly fit the wearer.

There are times when I do tire of it. When that happens, I play darts or go bouldering to relax.

I grew tired of the baseless rumors they kept bringing up, so I escaped to where there weren't any people.

Nothing the Phantom Thieves do can ever be truly considered risk-free, after all.

You must know I don't have much time for studying. But at times like these, I can conveniently look up the class material online. It seems to put teachers in an awkward position though, doesn't it? Why teach us things that we can just learn ourselves...

I think we handled that rather well, didn't we? Especially considering the last-minute arrangement of our team and all.

Once he reaches the apex of his power and acknowledges me, I'm going to whisper in his ear... I will tell him the truth of who I really am! And that's when I—an utter disgrace to the world—will rule over him, I will prevail!

It's highly likely that Maruki will come meet you today. We're counting on you, Ren. No matter what he says... don't let him sweet-talk you into doing anything else, alright?

I would never have thought you'd be boarding at this café... We seem to share some kind of bond.

Most of my invitations lately have been for saltwater fishing on chartered cruisers, after all. It seems I've gotten rusty at this kind of pond fishing.

*chuckle* I see... I was wondering how he'd protect himself if I used my power to tear through his Palace. Turns out you're how. So he's making a puppet kill me... Sounds like something he'd do.

Mona, please stop digging your claws into my legs—O-Ow... Oww!

There are too many irresponsible people in these modern times. I can understand why you'd support the Phantom Thieves.

A shame I don't have glasses like you. Maybe I would have been able to get out of this situation.

Haha, you truly are well-composed.

Don't misunderstand me. The truth of the matter is that he is not the poor, innocent victim you saw him as. And that, really, is the point.

How do you feel about arcades? I was strolling through one the other day, and I found myself drawn to a certain game... Perhaps the two of us could have a little competition?

Time travel, hm? That's a bit difficult to believe.

This is where his self-obsession ends. ...Let's go.

It appears you were clueless, but she was Sumire Yoshizawa from the start. However, when we watched that other video, she gave her name as Kasumi Yoshizawa. Considering such an odd claim, I'd actually suspected for a moment that she was the Palace Ruler...

I realize this invitation is rather last-minute, so you're free to decline, but... I'm thinking of going to play some billiards at one of my old haunts. Would you care to join me? It'd be a nice chance to talk, if nothing else.

Next time, let's keep the competition out of the bath. Best to save it for the baize, right?

You're not interested...? Are you the type to go against the trend?

Do you? I figured as much, despite not asking for your take on the matter.

Well... I suppose it *could* happen. When it comes to the Metaverse, it seems anything is possible, ultimately. And if so, then I would certainly have no complaints.

I'd say the code name Crow suits this outfit rather well, wouldn't you?

I seem to be making myself at home here once again. It's been hard to find a place of comfort recently.

Get up, Joker! Do you wanna die!?

Awfully optimistic... Collective amnesia's a pretty big deal, if you ask my opinion.

A grudge match, is it? Fine, I'll indulge you.

Is that all you've really got? ...Ha.

Joker... Why exactly did you have me change into my swimsuit? I understand that it grants better mobility, but... Surely it's common sense to not wear one here of all places?

Silence, huh? If you're going to run from this, please tell me as soon as possible. I don't want any unexpected complications popping up.

I live alone myself, but I rarely have the time to cook my own meals... That reminds me, do you cook?

I see. So we even share that perspective, do we...? You truly are fascinating.

Ah, you noticed? Well, I'll need as much practice as I can get if I'm going to take you out.

Despite the common view that black cats are a sign of misfortune, some believe they bring good luck. I wonder which side of the coin you represent for me?

More importantly, you should never forcefully change a person's heart.

Joker's enraged? I kind of like it, but it's not you! Calm down!

I actually have quite a bit to do. I'm waiting for someone right now, in fact. I'll let you know once I have a little more time. Until then, our battles will have to wait.

I'm so happy that I'm here talking with you again. Isn't this jazz club nice?

In the end... I couldn't be special...

Oh, right. I guess Shujin was in this direction too... Still, I wouldn't have expected to run into you at this time. Perhaps it really is fate...

In all honesty, I wasn't sure if teaming up with you again would work out. This may not apply to you, but... I'm sure there are others among the Phantom Thieves who hate me.

You must know I don't have much time for studying. But at times like these, I can conveniently look up the class material online. It seems to put teachers in an awkward position though, doesn't it? Why teach us things that we can just learn ourselves...

...Joker, you've been staring at me—is there something you want to say? No one can overhear us back here, so if there's something on your mind, let's have it.

A warehouse, eh...? I bet there are plenty of— Well, that doesn't matter in the least right now.

What say we save the idle chatter for later and keep moving? Unless teaming up with a "ruthless sort of person" is too much for you to handle.

His social studies class visited the set of a TV show I appeared on. He and I exchanged our opinions during the shoot and his way of thinking intrigued me.