Like many of Henry's explanations, the connection between self-loathing and blackbird evolution is lost of Wrath. He decides not to ask for elaboration and just steps into the elevator with Henry. He will tolerate having a hand on his head if it means getting a sweet toy.

"It is. They can even fight together, when I use their special stone. Baby used to be completely useless, like all babies. But now she's very helpful. I think I might give her a new name. She doesn't deserve to be compared to the other babies anymore."