Mesh Potential

    "Vey, this technology is incredible, and right up your alley." Juniper said.

    "Up my alley? How so?" Vey replied.

    "Well with your chemistry experience and your tendency to be where the action is. . . I think this will enhance those traits."

    Vey's interest piqued. "You're telling me those guys were testing some kind of superpower gadget?"

    "They are testing some kind of superpower gadget, Vey. You still don't know that you lost them, and you clearly only stole a prototype. We still need to be very careful, but yes, with some work, and cautionary testing, we might be able to enhance some of your natural talent, maybe even grant you additional."

    "And then maybe we can find our way out of this place?" Vey realized.

    "Maybe. Hopefully. Though we've gotten our hopes up too much to place any more on this find."
    Vey deflated a bit at that, but a new spark enkindled in her, and ideas and plans began forming, no matter the disappointment she'd experienced from past plans.

    "Yeah, we do need to be careful. But Juniper, this does feel different than previous attempts, doesn't it?"

    Juniper shrugged but agreed "It does. But please Vey, please take precautions this time? Can we please pace ourselves? I really want to understand this tech before we move forward with anything. I think this could be dangerous too, and I don't want to lose you for good."
    Right. Juniper could handle himself, but losing a friend certainly puts a damper on things, the plans you had with them being no exception.

    "Alright, we'll take this easy. And I guess I'll try to smooth things over with Res. Sounds like I might need a longer-term gig."

    Vey smiled. Juniper smiled back and nodded. Dealing with Res and his remarks would be a lot easier with something bigger to focus on.