"A little slowness is the trade-off for your increased durability," Finklestein said.

The lab door opened for them. Dr. Finklestein gestured for Carver to take a seat.

"I can take a look and see about increasing articulation," he continued, "but as for your vines...well, my dear, this may better teach you to have [i]patience[/i] and to [i]think over[/i] your actions before getting into trouble, then, hmm?"