Be a good influence. [She says it quietly, as if she's taking the words to heart as advice given. Hopefully, that will be enough. (She's certain that it won't be.)

But she smiles at the book and takes it.] That sounds perfect. If my friends get into trouble, maybe I can help save them. I like that idea.

[A pause.] I do not like the idea of them being in trouble. That's not what I meant.