You have discovered something unheard-of..." With a great effort Ivanov managed to force the words out.
You have discovered the ray of life, Professor Persikov!" A faint flush appeared on Persikov's pale, unshaven cheekbones.
Well, well," he mumbled.
You," Ivanov went on, "you will win such renown... It makes my head go round.
Do you understand, Vladimir Ipatych," he continued excitedly, "H.
G. Wells's heroes are nothing compared to you... And I thought that was all make-believe... Remember his Food for the Gods'!" "Ah, that's a novel," Persikov replied.
Yes, of course, but it's famous!" "I've forgotten it," Persikov said.