"So they want their strongest to be beaten by shelves," Shadow said flatly. "What happens with a naturally gifted kid ends up as a toddler? Or a kid playing? They ever think that through?"

"Clearly took a few too many blasts, can't trust that in a home. Ya just got cursed with good looks," Shadow said. "Not that I can complain too much. At least its working out better for your descendants. Puppy dog eyes were very helpful in getting out of trouble."