The response doesn't surprise Lockwood in the least; another note added to his mental file. Coffee and tea given time to brew, the cheese toast is pretty straight forward. A couple of slices of cheese on a couple slices of bread, under the broiler to heat while Lockwood puts down a couple of plates.
He pauses to glance towards Mulder when the older man gives that weaksauce response to his question. The way Mulder had framed his original words more than suggested that this 'Cancer Man' played a significant role in his world. The fact that Mulder was now obviously avoiding the topic was also very telling, and Lockwood let his expression say this without words. Lockwood weighed whether or not it was in anyone's best interest to pursue it, ultimately deciding to file it under 'adults and their sketchy behavior' file he keeps. ]
I've found it best to meet a person, and then draw my own conclusions. [ Everybody gets a fair opportunity to make an ass out of themselves in front of him. Most people live up to that opportunity, but every now and then a few folks pleasantly surprise him. ] But I will keep your warning in mind, should the need arise.
[ From the scents filling the kitchen, everything was ready to be plated and that was exactly what the teen focused on doing for the next couple of minutes. Only when cheesy toast, coffee and tea had been served, did he carry his to the center counter, grabbing a stool to sit on and motioning for Mulder to do the same, if he wished. ]
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The response doesn't surprise Lockwood in the least; another note added to his mental file. Coffee and tea given time to brew, the cheese toast is pretty straight forward. A couple of slices of cheese on a couple slices of bread, under the broiler to heat while Lockwood puts down a couple of plates.
He pauses to glance towards Mulder when the older man gives that weaksauce response to his question. The way Mulder had framed his original words more than suggested that this 'Cancer Man' played a significant role in his world. The fact that Mulder was now obviously avoiding the topic was also very telling, and Lockwood let his expression say this without words. Lockwood weighed whether or not it was in anyone's best interest to pursue it, ultimately deciding to file it under 'adults and their sketchy behavior' file he keeps. ]
I've found it best to meet a person, and then draw my own conclusions. [ Everybody gets a fair opportunity to make an ass out of themselves in front of him. Most people live up to that opportunity, but every now and then a few folks pleasantly surprise him. ] But I will keep your warning in mind, should the need arise.
[ From the scents filling the kitchen, everything was ready to be plated and that was exactly what the teen focused on doing for the next couple of minutes. Only when cheesy toast, coffee and tea had been served, did he carry his to the center counter, grabbing a stool to sit on and motioning for Mulder to do the same, if he wished. ]
Did you locate a VCR?