Ugh, it's not shameful — I'm not ashamed! It's fiiine — or at least it should be. I don't wanna go on quests, I don't wanna go to school... I tried to get a job with this sea monster guy I met on the Everything Machine who runs a seafood restaurant, and even though I told him I'm an expert on fish, he said I'm too young to have a job...! How am I supposed to make money to get stuff I want?! It's stupid!

[ He groans again, dragging his free hand over his face in frustration. ]

When I lived in the human town, I worked in the pescheria my friend's dad ran, and I helped him out, so he helped me out. On my island, I was alone, so I did whatever I want. Now I'm alone in a human town — but even though I'm alone again, I can't do whatever I want.

[ He rolls his eyes dramatically, turning to look the cat straight-on with an exasperated expression, but rather matter-of-fact, too, waving his free hand for emphasis. ]

That's why I'd rather just nap in the sun. You see?