“So warping space takes an impossible amount of energy, right?”

Eddie’s brow leaps. “Right. Are you doing Star Trek math again? Don’t waste your–”

“But warping the perception of space is easy,” says Marv. “I’m doing it right now. Learn by taking tests! Lower taxes, more revenue!”

“I’m not sure handwaving contradictory statements is the energy source of the future.”

“Perception is reality!”

Eddie sighs. “So what, you’re going to spin generators with this?”

“Nah. Put it in a spaceship, maybe,” muses Marv.

The newly christened SS Crabtree’s Bludgeon is halfway to Tau Ceti before they actually finish turning it on.