Cutter's Office at Central Metropolitan University and then the ARC - London, Sunday

[itsananomaly]

Since everything had happened with Christine and her threats to start leaking stories to the press, Cutter had decided to bring forward his resignation and formally let the university know that he wasn’t going to be coming back to teach. He knew that any day now that the stories could break and he wanted to start clearing out his office and try to prevent getting caught in public media storm. He stood in the middle of his office at everything that they had to sort through and start packing, “I didn’t realise just how much stuff I’ve accumulated in here,” he remarked, Connor and Becker were helping him with clearing out his office and they definitely had their work cut out for them. [preplayed with the amazing anomaly_research_nerd. NFB due to distance but OOC welcome!]

Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor was sitting on the floor, surrounded by piles of books and boxes, some filled and taped up already and others empty and waiting to be filled with even more books. It was going to be quite the undertaking to get everything packed up, but they were making decent progress. Connor glanced over at Becker who was trying to sort through the dreaded junk drawers in Cutter's desk. He then looked back at Cutter and gave a sad smile. He hated that things were happening like this, even though he had been talking for some time about stepping down from teaching. It just felt wrong that it was happening this way. "You doing ok Nick?" he asked gently.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter gave a sad smile at that as he looked around his office, he saw one of the dinosaur bones that he often used as a golf club when he was trying to avoid doing work, which was usually a lot, “I’m doing okay … it wasn’t quite what I was expecting, when it came time to pack up this office,” there were a lot of memories in this office with Helen and then Stephen and his heart ached as he thought about them, he tried to push those memories down … he knew Connor would definitely not want to hear about those and while he was making some progress with being honest about his feelings, he didn’t feel quite yet ready to start talking about Helen and Stephen. “You know … I think I even have your … well my Connor’s original dissertation paper in here somewhere,” he said as he considered where things might have been.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor had to chuckle a bit at that as the consider it for a moment. "Was his on the whole panspermia theory of life coming from outer space?"Connor had a feeling it was since that was what he had done his dissertation on, the first time around at least, but there had been changes and differences already between the two versions, so he was a bit curious whether or not this had been a difference or not.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter gave a fond smile at that as he remembered his and Connor's first meeting, "It was," he nodded, "It had a few trips to the bin but I did eventually read it ... I didn't quite understand it but it was interesting," he told Connor with a smile.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"I think I definitely need to do something a bit more... academic... this time around" Connor admitted, rubbing the back of his head slightly. A lot had changed and he knew this time around he had to take things seriously and really make it work this time. There would be no other second chances, and the thought of messing this up, after everything Cutter had done to get him this opportunity, it scared him a bit. "Think my professors this time around will be expecting a bit more."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter gave a small smile at that, “well, I can definitely help with that,” he said softly, “I mean I can’t write your papers for you but I can give a guideline to what the other professors will expect? I’ve worked with enough of them over the years to know how they think and how they’ll grade your papers?”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"That would be great Nick, thanks" Connor said with a nod as he finished packing up another box of books. "Lord knows it's going to be rough enough doing this this time around... I will take all the help I can get!" "You will be fine, Connor" Becker said with an encouraging smile. "I know Lester has already said you can get as much time off as you need for your studies and classes."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter smiled at that as he began to sort through some research papers and original lesson plans, he figured he'd take the time to sort through them later and he stashed them in another box, "we'll be there for you Connor," he assured him, "whatever you need for your classes, I'll make sure you can get it,"
Becker(thearcfamily)	Becker finally finished off the drawers, and the desk itself was officially cleared up and cleaned out. Now there was just, ya know, everything else still. "Well, that is one thing to cross off the to-do list at least" he said with a grin. "We're making decent progress and...." Becker was cut off as his phone started to ring. With a somewhat confused look he picked it up and answered it. "Lester, Sir," he said. "I didn't miss a check-in time did I? It's been a bit hectic here this afternoon."
Lester(thearcfamily)	Lester had been spending the last half hour on the phone to his contacts in the press and between him and Jenny they were figuring out just how bad this was going to be. It took a lot longer than he would have liked before he was able to call Becker, he had a feeling he was already going to be too late and that the media would be on their way to Cutter and Connor. “You didn’t miss a check in Captain,” Lester assured Becker, “I’ve just heard from my contacts in the press, Christine went ahead and leaked the stories to the press … you’ll need to get Nick and Connor out of there now,”
Becker(thearcfamily)	Oh this was so not good. Becker listened and hoped his face didn't betray the brief moment of panic that he felt. "Yes Sir, right away." Becker sighed rubbing the bridge of his nose. "Yes thank you Sir. Of course." Becker listened to Lester's instructions and then hung up the phone. "Alright change in plans, We gotta go now. Seems Christine has leaked the stories like she threatened to. They are already being printed."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter paled considerably at that and he looked over at Connor in horror, he started trembling, "I was hoping I was just being paranoid, that she wouldn't go through with it," he bit his lip, "did ... do you know how bad the stories are, what she's told them?"
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor felt his heart drop into his stomach then jump into his throat at that. He looked over at Becker, who shook his head grimly. Without a word, Connor reached into his bag and pulled out his laptop. Taking a seat t the newly cleaned desk, he opened it up and started pulling up the latest media stories. "Oh this... this is not good..." he said the first headline pulled up. "University Professor's Scandalous Relationship With Student Revealed" Connor read, his heart sinking even further as those words sank in. "University professor, Nick Cutter's secret affair with University student Connor Temple was revealed by trusted sources close to the matter... " Connor closed his eyes an tried to take a breath. She had done it. Christine had made good on her threat. And Connor knew this was likely not the only story that was going to be printed.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter's knees buckled slightly and he gripped the back of the chair for support as he followed along while Connor read out the article, when Connor's voice trailed off, he forced himself to continue reading out loud, "the same sources revealed that Connor Temple was not the first student that Professor Cutter has had an affair with, he had previously had an affair with his lab technician Stephen Hart while his wife, fellow scientist Helen Cutter was missing presumed dead," He bit his lip and he had to take a deep breath to stop himself from crying.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor reached back and put a hand on Cutter's and gripped it tightly. He took a shuddering breath as he continued reading, both not wanting to know and desperate to know what Christine had told the press. "Nick Cutter and Connor Temple are both accused of conspiracy against the Crown and suspicion of treason. Investigation is ongoing and anyone with information about them or this case are encouraged to come forward." Connor sank back into the chair with a heavy sigh. Somehow, this was worse than what he had imagined.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter took a deep breath, as he gripped Connor's hand back, he couldn't stop it from shaking, "this is not good," he moaned softly, "this is not good at all ..." He looked up at Becker in panic as a thought came to mind, "can we be arrested for this?" with the accusations that they had both committed high treason, anyone could try and arrest them ...not just the police.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Thats not going to happen" Becker said firmly. "I'm getting you both out of here and back to the ARC right now. He wasn't quite sure how just yet... In a way dealing with the creatures was easier. They could at least tranq the beasts... He could only wish that option was viable for the press. "Alright grab only what you absolutely need. We're going to have to go quick." Connor nodded and closed the laptop and slung his bag back over his shoulder. He looked over at Cutter and put a hand on his shoulder for a moment then pulled him into a tight hug. He was scared but he knew they'd get through this... Somehow.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter clung tightly to Connor as he embraced him, blinking back tears that he tried furiously hard to stop … the last thing he wanted was for the press to get photos of him crying, he could only imagine the headlines that that would bring. He held on a few more moments longer and then he pulled apart. “O..okay,” he trembled and he grabbed one of the boxes that he’d put some of his more important things in, the ones that he didn’t want to leave at the university. “I … I’m ready,” He knew he was never going to be ready for this, he was absolutely terrified for both him and Connor and what lay ahead.
Becker(thearcfamily)	Becker nodded, thankful for once that he had opted for the more discreet pistol as opposed to his usual firearm. The last thing any of them needed was pictures of Cutter and Connor with armed military personnel. Becker could only imagine how that would play out. "Alright. Stay close. Heads down and don't say a word to anyone. And don't engage with anyone if someone gets in your face alright?" Becker knew how terrifying this all had to be. "Im not going to let anything happen to either of you alright? I'll handle the press. You both just stick together and stay close."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter stayed as close to Becker as he could, tucking his box under one arm so that it was secure. After everything he had faced, with all the dinosaurs and creatures and anomalies and then everything with Helen and Stephen ... dealing with the press seemed the most terrifying of all. "Okay," he nodded, gripping tightly onto that box so hard, his hand started throbbing but he was trying to ignore the pain he was feeling in his hand just then.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor had his usual bag with his computer and all his gear he normally took everywhere slung over his shoulder. Along with that was a bag he slipped onto his back that had some more of Cutter's papers and research and important things. He knew that with the press already on them there was no telling when they would be able to make it back here to grab things so he wanted to get as much as he could out for Cutter. "Alright... let's go" he said softly, trying to keep his voice from trembling as he thought about what they might find once they made it out of the office complex. Connor stayed close, following right behind Cutter so he was hopefully shielded as much as possible from the crowd once they made it outside with Becker in front and him behind. He took a deep breath and watched as Becker held up his hand for them to wait as he cracked open the door leading to the parking area.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter gave a grateful smile to Connor as picked up some of his research papers to take and with his legs feeling like they’d turned to jelly, he stayed as close as he could to Becker. He stopped as Becker held up his hand and looked out the door, “anything?” he asked softly, maybe the press hadn’t gotten there yet.
Becker(thearcfamily)	Becker pulled his head back in and sighed. "The press are already here- they're blocking the way out of the parking garage. " "Great so we're trapped here?" Connor asked, feeling his stomach sink. "We're going to get out of here, just let me think a minute... We only have one shot at this," Becker said as he took another quick peek out the door.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter looked at Becker and then Connor nervously, “we’re not going to be able to avoid the press in getting out of here are we?” he said quietly, wincing slightly at the throbbing in his hand from gripping the box to tightly.
Becker(thearcfamily)	"Not fully no" Becker said shaking his head. "But if we time this right we might get most of the way out before we get swarmed." Becker watched the crowd for a moment then turned back to Cutter and Connor. "Ok so here's what I think we need to do. I can see the truck from here. If we make a run for it, we should be able to get to it at least before the press hit us." "Alright, and getting out?" Connor asked his eyes drifting to the crowd of reporters and the curious public that had already gathered. "Leave that to me. I'll figure something out" Becker said. "Connor you go first, get into the car on the passenger side in back and slide all the way over, Nick, you go in after him. I'll try and fend the press off long enough ti give you time to get in."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter looked terrified but nodded, “okay,” he said softly as he looked at Connor than at Becker, “I can do that,” he wished he sounded a lot more confident then he did but this …this was so much worse than he could have anticipated.
Becker(thearcfamily)	Connor nodded slowly and slipped the pack of his back so he could get into the truck easier once they made it there. "Alright... ready as I will ever be." Becker nodded and took a deep breath. "Ok wait here just a minute. I am going to try and slip around the other side," hr said pointing to the other row of cars opposite them. "See if I can distract the press enough to give you guys a chance to make a run for it." "What about you?" Connor asked eyeing the already rowdy-looking press. "I'll be fine, I'm a fast runner. You both just focus on getting to the truck and getting inside alright?" Becker gave them each a quick pat on the shoulder and then started making his way towards the crowd of reporters.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter waited as Becker instructed, watching him walk towards the press, he made sure the box was firmly tucked under his arm, “should we start making a run for the truck now?” he looked anxiously at Connor.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor watched Becker and reached out and took Cutter's free hand in his giving it a quick squeeze. Then he saw Bedcker wave them on as he approached the press. "Alright, let's go" Connor said, tightening his grip and not letting go as they started to make a run towards the truck. "They haven't seen us yet, we got a chance!"
Cutter(itsananomaly)	“Okay,” Cutter trembled, returning that squeeze and not willing to let go of Connor’s hand, ran fast as he could to the truck. He wished he was as fast as he used to be because all it would take was one nosy reporter and then Becker wouldn’t there to protect them since he was off making sure the press was clear.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor held onto Cutter's hand as they ran, making sure he was ok as they went. He glanced over at Becker and as they were about halfway toward the truck he heard a shout as they were spotted. "Alright now or never," he said as they ran the rest of the way to the truck. Connor made sure he was first and got the door opened. He tossed his bags in and scrambled in, crawling over to the far side before turning to help Cutter in.
Becker(thearcfamily)	Becker was trying to keep an eye on Cutter and Connor as the press started to descend on him. He tried to distract them enough but eventually, someone caught sight of them and in an instant, the press was on the move. Soon as he realized their cover was blown Becker took off, pushing his way through the crowd and making a b-line for the truck, keys in hand and the press on his tail. though thankfully he was a lot faster than the media throng following him. "Coming in hot!" he called out to Cutter and Connor, hoping they were ready.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter's eyes widened as he saw all of that press coming towards them, "oh god," he said softly from where he managed to get himself ready in the back seat, making sure he was securely buckled in, "are we going to be able to get through them?" they seemed to be getting even closer.
Becker(thearcfamily)	"I'm sure Becker can get us out of here" Connor said as he followed suit and made sure he was buckled in. A few seconds later,Becker was nearly jumping into the driver's seat. The press was following but thankfully, they were a lot slower than he was with their cameras and equipment. "Alright, let's get out of here!" he said snapping his seatbelt in place and then getting the truck started.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nervously clung to his seatbelt as he looked out the window at the throngs of press who were still trying to get to the car, "the ... the doors are locked right Becker?" he asked nervously, he wouldn't put it past some of the press to open the doors and try and drag them out.
Becker(thearcfamily)	Becker double checked and gave Cutter the thumbs up as he put the truck into drive and took off. "Come on ya blood suckers" he said glancing up in the rear view mirror as they started off, heading the opposite direction of the press. Connor still had hold of Cutter's hand as he glanced over his shoulder and looked out the back window. "They... they are still trying to catch us Becker." "Good, that's what we want" Becker said as he kept on driving till he hit the end of the lane and turned back the way they had come. He really hoped enough of the press and followed him that the way out of the parking garage was empty enough for them to get through.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter tried to relax at that but was finding it very difficult to, with one hand he clung to Connor and the other was holding very tightly to his seatbelt. “What’s your plan for getting rid of them?” he asked Becker softly, “we can’t lead them back to the ARC,”
Becker(thearcfamily)	"Gonna take a nice little tour of the backroads" Becker said simply as he made a sudden right-hand turn onto a side street. "We should be able to shake anyone who's still trying to follow us."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter’s stomach lurched at the sudden right turn, “hopefully a few decided to stay and stake out the university,” he sighed, “I’m sure the university is going to love all of this,”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"We'll be fine, Nick" Connor said trying to sound more confident than he felt. "It'll all work out..." Becker glanced back at Connor and then grabbed his phone from out of the front console and handed it back to him. "Call Lester" he instructed. "Let him know we are about ten minutes away from the ARC and that we need to initiate full lockdown protocols once we get there." Connor nodded slowly as he took the phone and punched in that all too familiar number.
Lester(thearcfamily)	Lester answered immediately, he had been nervously waiting for an update and he practically leapt at his phone, “Lester, is everyone okay?” He had been trying to keep his voice calm and neutral but the worry was clearly there.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Lester, we're fine" Connor said as he grabbed the seat for a moment as they took another quick turn. "We managed to get away from the University, just trying to shake the last few press that are tailing us still. We're heading for the ARC now... Becker says we're about ten minutes away and..." Connor looked from Connor to Becker as he continued. "Becker says we need lockdown protocols once we get there."
Lester(thearcfamily)	Lester closed his eyes, “understood,” he opened them and made a motion to Jenny who was with him, “we’ll start the pre lockdown procedures and once you’re on site, we’ll go into full lockdown,”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor nodded and then, after a moment, realized Lester couldn't see him nodding. "Right... see you soon" Connor said before hanging up. “Lester said they will be waiting for us and are initiating lockdown procedures as soon as we get there..." Connor looked over at Cutter and bit his lip, his nerves on edge and that panicked feeling building as he tried to calm down.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter gave Connor’s hand a squeeze, wishing he could be more supportive but he was feeling that same panicking feeling. “What if there’s an anomaly and we need to get to it?” Cutter said softly, realising what a full lockdown would mean for the ARC. .
Becker(thearcfamily)	"We're going to hope there isn't an anomaly anytime soon" Becker said, glancing back in the rearview mirror at them. "And if one does open then it will be me and my men who go to deal with it. The two of you are staying at the ARC until we can figure all of this out... And speaking of the ARC, we're here," he said as the truck spread down the familiar driveway and into the secured parking area.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter’s stomach lurched again at that, “this is only just the beginning isn’t it?” he said softly, glancing at Connor, “she’ll keep using the press til she gets what she wants won’t she?”
Becker(thearcfamily)	"Maybe" Becker said trying to keep the concern out of his voice as he parked the truck, signaling for his men to start the lockdown procedures."We will figure it all out as we go." Connor nodded, feeling himself tremble slightly as he got out of the truck. His legs buckled a little and he had to lean against the truck for a minute until he was a little steadier.
Cutter(anomaly_research_nerd)	Cutter bit his lip and trembled, he got out of the truck and picked up his box, clinging tightly to it. “Are we meeting in Lester’s office?” he asked quietly.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Becker nodded"he'll be expecting us. And i believe Jenny will be here as well,". Becker looked at the two of them as they got out. ", We'll figure this out, I promise." Connor nodded numbly as he grabbed his packs and started after Becker. he kept looking over his shoulder as he did, half expecting to see the press or Christine following.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter stared down at his box, fighting a lump in his throat, “okay,” he said quietly, there wasn’t much else he could say. He began to trail after Becker and Connor, he should have just confessed to Christine, they wouldn’t be in this position if it wasn’t for him.
Becker(thearcfamily)	Becker lead the way to Lester's office, already trying to go through his mind how in the world they were going to deal with all of this. He really hoped Lester and Jenny had a plan. Connor reached over and grabbed Cutter's hand as they made their way down the hall to Lester's. "Im right here Nick" he said giving his hand a reassuring squeeze even as he fought back the terrified tears of his own as they went.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter trembled as he took Connor’s hand and he returned the hand squeeze, he had to remember how to breathe. It felt like forever but they finally made it to Lester’s office. He felt his knees start to buckle but he managed to stay upright. “Connor, Nick,” Jenny approached them, “we’re going to get you through this okay?” she said gently.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor could only nod just then in reply. If he opened his mouth to say something, he knew he would either start crying or he would start confessing that feeling deep down inside that he should just turn himself in to Christine, and maybe it would be enough to get her to leave Cutter alone. After helping Cutter to sit down, he slumped into the empty chair beside him and put his hands to his face and tried to calm down his racing heart and catch his breath. This was really really bad... and it had only just started.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter sank into his seat, dropping his box carefully to the floor. He couldn’t stop trembling and he could only stare at his hands. He couldn’t bring himself to look at anyone else, “what do we now,” Lester looked over at Connor and Nick unconcern, “we take it one day at a time,” he said simply, “I’m going to keep the ARC on lockdown for a few days, only the military led by Captain Becker can leave to deal with the anomalies, we can’t take the risk that the press will find out about what we do,”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor looked over at Lester and then to Jenny as he dropped his head. "I'm... sorry we caused all this mess for the ARC.. and... for you guys too" he whispered softly. "I... didn't think she would actually go through with it..that, that Christine would go to the press." Connor took a slow shaky breath as he looked back at Lester. "This is just the beginning of what shes going to try and do isn't it?"
Lester(thearcfamily)	Lester looked at Connor, “this is not your fault Connor or Nick’s, this is all on Christine,” he paused, glancing at Becker and then Jenny before looking back at Connor, “the next few weeks are going to be very rough for both of you …your personal and professional lives are going to be ripped apart but we’re going to do what we can to try and mitigate the damage,” he said gently. “The best course of action you can take is to not engage with the press,” Jenny said softly, “always say ‘no comment’, no matter how tempting it will be …they will offer you all kinds of things for your side of the story, always say no,” she advised.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor nodded slowly then spoke, his voice soft and weak as he did. "It... it feels like letting Christine win. I...I know its best not to say anything... but it kinda feels like... like just letting her get away with doing whatever she wants." "It's the nature of the press when a scandal is involved," Becker said simply. "They can only take things so far with one side of the story. But with a story like this, even getting the truth and your side of things, they are going to try and twist it to keep the story going. So the best way to limit what they can write is to not give them anything else to work with- no matter how tempting it is to set the story straight."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter bit his lip, he didn’t like the idea of not being able to defend himself or Connor in the press but he knew that it was the wisest course of action. There was a reason he wasn’t allowed anywhere near the press after a few incidents in the past. “What about the university?” he said quietly, “they’re going to track down to all my students and colleagues aren’t they?” his shoulders slumped, “I think this is going to go beyond Connor and Stephen, I wasn’t exactly the most popular Professor there …I …I think a few people will see this as a chance to get back at me,”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"And we will deal with that as it comes" Becker said rubbing the back of his head. "We don't know what Christine will try and pull so we have to try and be ready for whatever she throws at us and roll with the punches." Connor looked around the room and gave a heavy sigh as he shifted closer to Cutter and put an arm around him, pulling him close. He had no words to say and knew there was nothing he could do to make this go away. And he hated that helpless feeling. "We're going to have you both stay here at the ARC for a few days at least" Becker said looking over at Lester and Jenny. "Then I think we need to make plans on getting you both back to Fandom as soon as we can. You won't be totally free of the press but they at least won't be able to get in your face and you won't have to deal with them physically face to face."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter trembled and leaned against Connor as he drew him close. He was tired and he hated how helpless the situation was going to be and how much worse it was going to get. To his horror he let out a sob. It took a few moments for him to collect his thoughts, to be able to speak. He nodded, “okay,” he said softly, “what if it only gets worse though, Christine decides to twist the stories further to try and get us out in public or worse she goes after the team while we’re in Fandom?” he looked over at Becker anxiously.
Becker(thearcfamily)	"Lester and I are working on a plan for how to handle Christine herself. And Jenny has already started working with our contacts in the Press to try and downplay the stories she ends up releasing." It was going to be hard and it was going to get really really messy before everything finally would blow over, but Becker was trying to keep them focused on the eventual positive outcome. We are going to figure this out and stand against Christine together. But right now I think getting the two of you safely off to Fandom is going to be the best for the short term at least."
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded tiredly at that, “okay and you’ll keep us in the loop if anything changes with Christine or the press?” Even though Cutter had a feeling he would be obsessively checking the newspapers and all the different media for the stories that were going to appear about them.
Becker(thearcfamily)	"We will be in constant contact through all of this, I promise" Becker said as he reached over and put a hand on Cutter's shoulder. "None of us are going to be facing what is ahead alone." Becker looked over at Lester and Jenny. "At least the one good thing is the press hasn't figured out where the ARC is and what this connection is to the two of you. That gives us some time to figure out a game plan and to figure out the best and safest way to get you both out of here. I'll start making plans for the next few day, unless there is something else you would rather me work on right now?" Becker asked Lester.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter felt reassured at that and nodded, “thank you,” he said quietly. “No I would like you to stay on working on the plans Captain,” Lester nodded, “getting Nick and Connor back to Fandom is of the utmost priority,” he paused, “in the meantime, we’re in full lockdown, no one is to leave except Captain Becker and his men …I’ll make arrangements to have some food delivered …we have to keep our strength up if we’re going to get through these next few weeks,”
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	Connor nodded, still staring at his hands as all the jumble of thoughts and emotions still battered him. He knew this was all Christine's doing... but he still couldn't help but feel a little guilty about bringing this on the team. He had the least to lose of everyone, if anyone was going to take the fall and be the on Christine ruined, it should be him. But Connor tried to push the thoughts from his mind and took a breath, and managed a small, weak smile as he looked around the room. "Thanks everyone..." he said simply.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter reached out to take Connor’s hand to give it a squeeze, to give him even a small amount of comfort if it would help. “At least we’ll be back in Fandom soon right?” he tried to think on something positive.
Connor(anomaly_research_nerd)	"Aye... back home" Connor said with a small nod. Though he had to wonder if anyplace was going to really be safe from Christine or the press. She seemed to be a step or two ahead of them this entire time.... what if she found out about Fandom... or how to get there... Connor took a deep breath and pushed those thoughts aside for the moment. "Getting back to Fandom would be good I think, and the sooner the better." It shouldn't take more than a few days to get things set up... they would be back home soon.
Cutter(itsananomaly)	Cutter nodded, taking a deep breath as he did, “we can get back to our classes and try to get into a routine, I think …I think that’s going to be important,” he tried to take a deep breath, to focus on the things he could control like what Dr. Taylor told him to do. “We’ll get through this,” he said softly, “we’re going to get through this,” He just wished he felt more confident as he said it.