>>re-read so that I can better assimilate the idea that science and
>>magic can co-exist.
>for a fanfic perspective on how this might work, i recommend reading
>Drunkard's Walk 2
>by Bob Schroeck.

Thanks for the plug! To be more precise, the passage I think you're referring to -- dinner at Eriko's, right? -- can be found in chapter 7 (http://www.warriors-alpha.net/adg/dw2-07.html). Then again, you might be thinking of some of the material in chapter 9 (http://www.warriors-alpha.net/adg/dw2-09.html, obviously enough).

>business hours are the best time to read fanfic :)

Only. Not "best", only.

-- Bob, whose life is too damn busy when he's home...
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"Shinji. Same name as the master key -- well done, Ikari. Shinji can't be copied. Splendid plan." -- Tabris, in Tenshi Muyo! Rei-o-ohki