Entire enemies? Wow. That's amazing. [ Something about the way Lalo says that almost feels like he's reading from a script, but his eyes light up with genuine fascination and interest.

The thing about "eating" entire armies is even more fascinating. Lalo nods slightly, absorbing that. He takes a small swig of his whiskey, relishing the burn as it slides down his throat. Only a small swig, though. As much as he likes talking to Bigby (sorry, Bigby), he's not trying to get blackout drunk around somebody who just told him something like that. ]

Maybe it's not working slow on purpose. Maybe it needs to build up its strength before it can do anything else.