Chapter 585

"There's no need to beat around the bush—can't you see it this way? He's all banana, his mouth full of banana." Botoe spat angrily, "Tsk… I was just trying to lend a hand, and now I've become the biggest weird commotion! You banana, tell me, what's the deal with that monkey?"

Mika i?

Banana Helper

Mikaik lowered his head and recalled: "They call themselves 【Banana Helper】, looking like the Beautiful Dream Troupe, but the stranger the better. They came here just to promote something called the Sleep Banana Monkey… well, its image or culture, just like any once-popular thing."

"I have no issue with the Sleep Banana Monkey; it indeed appeals to young people. If anything troublesome, it's its fervent fans. Those people you just saw quickly fell for the monkey and spontaneously organized… the Sleep Banana Society? That must be the name, flying the club's banner, spreading propaganda all over Liúmèng Jiāo, and not very friendly."

Sleep Banana Society

"No trend lasts forever; in Liúmèng Jiāo, this isn't anything unprecedented, so there's no need to interfere, and besides… for a long time, this place has been Pinokangni's only free zone—some things shouldn't be changed."

Pinokangni

Seeing Botoe about to leave, Mikaik hurriedly called out: "Please wait, sir wanderer. My initial question, you haven't mentioned a word. Did you come to eradicate evil, or is an old grudge still unsettled?"

Antelope Horn Ship

Peili

Danheng

Going alone to the Sleep Banana Society? That… is simply too rash.

Inside the repair bay of the Gazelle Horn, Kamier watched Botoe about to depart and sighed softly: "That Sleep Banana Society is clearly the enemy's main base; they outnumber us, the situation is unclear, and he's going alone?"

"Huh? Kamier, what are you saying? Of course this kind of thing has to be done solo!" Peri excitedly waved his fists, "I say it should have been like this long ago! Quick and decisive! Do we really need to notify Danheng before we go? What if that female ninja named Luanpo beats us to it, stealing the credit and glory? For an enemy's stronghold, you've got to kick the door in and charge straight in to feel satisfied!"

Kamier gave Peri a blank stare: "The problem is, the Sleep Banana Society is at the school, a public place! Are you asking him to kill people in front of everyone?"

"Tch, what's wrong with the school?" Peri sneered, spreading his hands, "At worst a few people die—no, wait—maybe those 'Banana Helpers' aren't even considered people. Besides, even if a few 'banana' (students) die, what's the big deal? I recall many of those 'banana' students there are pretty wealthy—just a few young masters brainwashed by the Sleep Banana Monkey."

"Absurd." Kamier's brows furrowed tighter; this attitude of treating human lives like grass made him feel very uncomfortable.

"Hehe… Kamier, don't be so stubborn~"

Paluos, who had been leaning against the wall, finally spoke, fiddling with a coin that flipped and jumped nimbly between his fingers: "Think about it—our strange obsession with the word 'banana' might be the work of those Sleep Banana Society folks. We unconsciously toss in a 'banana' when we speak, even Captain Leishi isn't exempt… If we go out, it'll really hurt the image and prestige of our Leishi Pirates."

When Leishi was mentioned, Kamier's attitude shifted noticeably. Indeed, this inexplicable 'banana' verbal tic has spread too widely—not just the big brother, but according to what he knows, even Jiadesiluos and Gerui show the same condition.

Although it doesn't affect combat or daily life… but no one knows whether this influence will intensify or expand. This strange power isn't like a Destiny Path, yet its principle remains elusive, really weighing on his mind.

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"Seeing that Mi Kai was uneasy, Botou let him go to Cui Si's shop, where there was a bill for seven cups, treating it as buying his peace of mind here. Anyone who invited him, Botou would never go back on his word."

"After finishing things here, Botou went ahead alone to scout the route. He was lucky—right by the road there was a guide from the Sleep Banana Society; upon seeing Botou approach, the person hurriedly stepped in front of him."

"\"Wait a moment, friend, are you here to participate in the Sleep Banana Society's activity? Do you have your member ID? What's the number? \""

"\"What banana nonsense? \""

"The other person helplessly raised a hand to their forehead and said, \"Another bandwagoner… go back. We only welcome those who truly love the Sleep Banana little monkey. \""

"\"Botou also couldn't be bothered with nonsense; on the spot he pulled out his gun and aimed it at the person's forehead: 'Buddy, don't make me repeat myself—I love bananas to death. Be careful, don't complicate things—'\""

"\"The person's face instantly drained of color, legs trembling as if shocked: 'Don't, don't pull out money! The banana only talks, doesn't act! If you want to join the activity, sure, you can… but I can't just let you in like that. If you're truly interested, start by learning about the Sleep Banana little monkey.'\""

"However, the issue of joining the society left Botou completely bewildered. Although he wanted to just pay to settle it, considering he was currently helping someone partner up, he couldn't really kill someone and blow things up, so he simply stepped back for now, planning to look for other clues first."

"\"Coincidentally, Zhigengniao was nearby teaching children to sing; Botou walked over with a look of surprise, intending to learn something from her. \""

"\"Mr. Botou, it seems you also paused your steps after that incident—are you still enjoying yourself in Pinokangni? \" Zhigengniao asked with a smile."

"\"Enjoyable? Banana! One mess after another. \""

"Zhigengniao also sensed something off, her delicate brows slightly furrowed: \"Mr. Botou, this is… huh, wait? Sorry, please don't move for now…\""

"Accompanying the harmonious tune, Botou instinctively resisted: \"His precious, what are you doing? \""

"\"…Huh? \""

"He tried saying a few more words; seeing that things had returned to normal, he happily let out several meows: \"Meow! Meow-meow? Ha—finally back. \""

"\"Indeed, Mr. Botou also has similar noise on him. \""

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Death God.

"\"Something's not right…\""

"Gazing at the 'tune' Zhigengniao had applied in the sky, Urahara Kisuke lightly tapped his chin with his fan, the gaze beneath his hat brim sharp: \"According to Zhigengniao's words, there is noise inside his body, which means someone must have imposed some condition on him, causing his speech problems…… But strangely, we watched the whole time and yet completely failed to detect any trace of the practitioner. \""