From his current position, it was a rather delicate matter.
But Sunday was genuinely glad that Robin had met someone willing to support and protect her and this someone wasn't some random guy from who-knows-where.
Even though Sylvia's origins were still a mystery, she was at least a beautiful lady.
He wouldn't have to worry about her secretly seeing Robin and negatively affecting Robin's career.
However, the Dreammaster would certainly be displeased with Sylvia's attitude.
At least in the eyes of both the Dreammaster and Sunday, Sylvia had made it quite clear she wasn't happy with the part of the plan that involved Robin.
The reason the Dreammaster hadn't made a move yet was solely out of consideration for Sunday's status as the primary person in charge.
Even if action was taken, it wouldn't be on Sunday's turf.
Regarding this part, Sunday felt that going with the flow and using it to advance his own plans seemed like a good choice.
But these matters couldn't be stated plainly under the Dreammaster's watchful eye.
Sunday still had to convey his decision indirectly, using this 'surveillance pretext' to get his point across.
He smiled at Sylvia with a look that said 'you understand' and spoke sincerely:
"You're right, but now is not the time to tell her. Wait until everything is over, and explain it all to Robin yourself."
Sylvia raised an eyebrow at this.
The way he said that…
What did 'everything' refer to?
If he meant the Charmony Festival, was it necessary to refer to it so vaguely as 'things'?
And the Charmony Festival is just one event. Using 'everything' implied there was more beyond the festival.
Are you planning something else, kid?
And it's something you don't want Robin to know about.
Could it really be you, Sunday, plotting behind the scenes?
Sylvia was already suspicious of Sunday, and now she found him even more dubious.
Was it because Robin insisted on investigating that he started surveilling her, and me by extension?
Just to keep Robin from finding anything out?
And because I discovered the surveillance, he came to meet me personally to tell me not to tell Robin?
Or is he trying to recruit me to his side?
Sylvia couldn't help but fall into thought because of Sunday's answer.
Could March 7th's 'family turning against each other' really be about these two?
And why did this guy just reveal himself like that?
It doesn't add up.
Sylvia had been thinking about how to respond if Sunday kept using the 'concerned for my sister' excuse to brush things off.
But then Sunday suddenly slipped up. That's not right, is it?
Shouldn't Sunday be the kind of scheming mastermind hiding in the shadows?
For the first time, Sylvia doubted her own judgment.
Could he be trying to trick me?
Maybe there's someone behind Sunday, but to divert Robin's attention, they're using Sunday to obscure the view and distract her.
It's just that I haven't even started investigating properly yet. Why has Sunday suddenly started acting?
Has the head of the Oak Family misunderstood something?
Speaking of which, if Sunday is the mastermind, then what's going on with Gallagher?
Which side is that guy on?
Is Penacony's power structure really this complicated?
Thinking this, Sylvia decided to test the waters.
"That security officer named Gallagher… he's not one of yours?"
While Sylvia was puzzling over this, Sunday was observing the changes in her expression. She seemed somewhat confused by his answer.
And the question Sylvia posed next made Sunday realize she probably didn't have all the evidence and information yet, and was puzzled by his compromise.
But that was normal.
In Sunday's view, Sylvia likely saw him as a scheming mastermind who'd even include his own sister in his plans.
The fact that the conversation had progressed so smoothly probably surprised Sylvia as well.
But by bringing up that mysterious security officer, was she hinting that she would steer Robin's attention in another direction?
However, the appearance of this Gallagher fellow wasn't part of Sunday's plans either.
For Sunday, letting Robin continue investigating Gallagher was also risky.
Sunday shook his head:
"No. In fact, I'm investigating him as well."
So far, Sunday hadn't figured out which faction this Gallagher belonged to, or why he'd infiltrated Penacony.
"Miss Sylvia, are you planning to continue investigating that officer? We could cooperate."
Well, well, well. So you really are trying to recruit me, kid.
Come to think of it, the only person around Robin who isn't connected to The Family seems to be me.
"No need. I am, after all, employed by Robin."
Sylvia firmly refused Sunday's invitation.
But for some reason, the look Sunday gave her actually seemed a bit friendlier.
"That's true, I was being presumptuous. However, if my investigation yields any results, I will share the information with Robin."
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The rest of the conversation was rather insubstantial.
Seeing that Sunday either didn't know or, at least superficially, didn't intend to discuss Gallagher's affairs, Sylvia exchanged a few pleasantries and then left directly.
She was somewhat perplexed by Sunday's attitude.
But one thing was certain: this Sunday guy was definitely plotting something in secret.
After all, during the conversation, he had hinted that there was someone behind him, and told Sylvia to protect Robin.
It was almost certain that the mole within The Family that Robin was looking for was most likely Sunday.
Or at the very least, Sunday was one of them.
She couldn't understand why Sunday would reveal himself like that. Maybe it was to create confusion.
Anyway, for Sylvia, this counted as a clue.
Thinking this, Sylvia walked out of the Dewlight Pavilion.
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Elsewhere.
After Sylvia left, the Dreammaster reappeared.
"So this is how you handle it? Showing weakness to the enemy, even intending to hand over the Chosen One?"
"But at least we've confirmed she has a sense of contract, haven't we? Her attention will be drawn elsewhere."
Sunday stood with one hand behind his back, calmly watching the Dreammaster before him.
"You should be clear that in the plan, Robin is the star of the Charmony Festival."
"I know. But it's obvious the plan has changed now. And before the opening, the Chosen One has no need to take the stage. We need only wait."
"..."
The Dreammaster fell silent for a moment.
Sunday seemed very eager to keep Sylvia in Penacony, even willing to take the initiative and make concessions.
The Dreammaster, Gopher Wood realized this.
"Very well, we shall proceed according to your plan. But I will continue to watch her every move."
"That is best, Mr. Gopher Wood."
Faced with Dreammaster's warning, Sunday showed no extra reaction.
It wasn't time to lay all the cards on the table yet. He needed the Dreammaster to believe that his conversation with Sylvia was merely a stalling tactic.
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