Lapinette was studying something very intently when the Wabbit arrived with his protégés in tow. "I present Mo and To, the MoTo Snails," said the Wabbit with pride. Lapinette assessed the Snails for quite some time. "How
fast?" she asked eventually. "Oh around Mach 2," said the Wabbit in a
matter-of-fact manner that suggested Mach 2 was routine for a snail. "Wabbit!" shouted Lapinette. "Have you and Big
Blue Snail been working in that shed again?" "We hired a garage," said the Wabbit
innocently. Lapinette looked sternly at
the Wabbit and then turned to the Snails. "Mo and To, are you quite happy with
this turn of events?" she enquired softly. "Delighted," said Mo. "Critically
delighted," said To. While Mo and To were wiggling their antennae in delight,
the Wabbit seized the opportunity to ask what Lapinette was studying. "The Map," said Lapinette. "What map?" asked To. "The
locations of our wicked and vengeful enemies, the agents of Rabit," said Lapinette.
To and Mo looked questioningly. "They would make sausages of us all," explained
Lapinette. "We’re against them!" shouted Mo. "Let's get 'em!" yelled To. "Now!" they cried
in unison. Big Blue Snail shook his head. "I fear their youthful enthusiasm requires
tempering by a mature and wise mind," he said. There was a thud as Lapinette
slapped her menu on the table. "Well, I hope you’re not thinking of the Wabbit," she said.
