[ he laughs a little, at first, but then. more thoughtfully: ]

I think I could figure something out. With the technology here and the technology I have at home, I know I could make an intrauniversal travel system. Now that I know universes stack vertically, it would be easy.

[ this is such nerdy science talk, and also peak lu bixing to say something like "oh, i can easily manage universe hopping", but that's fine. ]

I think... well, it depends on if she says yes, but I asked Gideon if she'd allow me to be her legal guardian. [ dad ] So, I think it's obvious that you're welcome, you know. Anytime you'd like.