Mycroft raises a polite eyebrow at the joke and then does as she suggests, finding himself a seat. He crosses his legs, hands folded atop his knees, and closes his eyes as he waits, trying to focus solely on processing the noises, smells, and sensations of the building as opposed to his own independent thoughts.
—middle-aged couple arguing quietly (separation unlikely) / child dropping three books (20-40 pages each; 2 hardback, 1 paperback, no lasting damage) / drinking fountain in use by a xenian / draught from the northeastern side of the building (approx. 1.5˚ C cooler than room temp.) / [this chair] approx. 12 years old; material unknown (similar to balsa & linen); style unknown (similar to bergère) / study group of 6 students majoring in technical communications (4 women, 2 men) just arrived from breakfast (café within walking distance) / young woman approaching, carrying—
Mycroft opens his eyes to see the blonde staff member in front of him again. He smiles blandly.
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—middle-aged couple arguing quietly (separation unlikely) / child dropping three books (20-40 pages each; 2 hardback, 1 paperback, no lasting damage) / drinking fountain in use by a xenian / draught from the northeastern side of the building (approx. 1.5˚ C cooler than room temp.) / [this chair] approx. 12 years old; material unknown (similar to balsa & linen); style unknown (similar to bergère) / study group of 6 students majoring in technical communications (4 women, 2 men) just arrived from breakfast (café within walking distance) / young woman approaching, carrying—
Mycroft opens his eyes to see the blonde staff member in front of him again. He smiles blandly.