"Hmm? Well, I wouldn't exactly say that a toy is completely accurate," Stein said disinterestedly. He moved to the racks on the wall and filled a beaker with water, then brought it to Maraich with a smile. He didn't actually have any real dishes in the house.

Then he sat down on the chair opposite the couch. "Please, have a seat, Maraich. Let's talk questions. Of course you're welcome to bring your friends and family for the birth, though under the circumstances they'll have to stay outside the surgery room."