The Library is Open - 10/18

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

Methos is buried somewhere in the stacks. A sign on the collections desk reads, "Students are reminded that they will be fed to Locker 327 if they bring food into the library. Yes, the librarian is exempt from that. No, it's not fair. Get over it."

If you need to check out a book, hope that one of the assistants is around -- or risk your life by yelling for the librarian in the library.

Comments

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

True, if you know how to ask nicely, most people will give you anything you want.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

And if you ask sneakily, they'll give you what they don't realize.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

I've been teaching my class that's where you cross the line from influence to manipulation.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

Because if you're aware of the possibility, its harder to be manipulated?

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Yes. That and the ethics of the taking away someone's personal power without their knowledge or consent. It's not...nice.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

So do I have to promise to not ask sneaky questions to stay in your good graces?

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

I'm pretty sharp, Adam. But I'm also open. You don't need to be sneaky. Just ask...if it's not mine to tell, I won't. I know a lot of things I never talk about. I keep secrets well.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

And I appreciate that. You're good people, CJ.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

[Smiles] Thank you, Adam. That's quite the compliment where I grew up. I haven't heard anyone say it in years.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

I guess you could say I'm a bit old fashioned.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

There isn't anything wrong with being old fashioned. I think it's charming.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

Ah, the romance of bygone eras casts a spell on you?

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

[Blushes] I suppose so. If you ignore the lack of dental health and indoor plumbing, times long passed hold a certian romantic appeal...yes.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

It's human nature to remember the good times and forget the bad. Apparently it holds true for cultural memory as well. I have to admit, I've always been one for living in the moment. *shrugs, smiles*

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

We should sit down some time so you can tell me the high points of some eras. I'd love to hear...if you'd be willing to tell me.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

I'd love to tell you, but don't forget that what I consider important and what history considers important are rather different. You might ask me what was the most amazing thing I saw in ancient Egypt and I might say it was... *pauses, thinks* the temple dancer who convinced me to settle down for fifty years with her. *wistful smile*

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

Well, you might not be willing to tell me even know what I'd be curious about...Like how you'd look in a lace cravat and breeches, or if you know how to minuet

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

You don't know until you ask.

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

I think this is a conversation better had over beer and pizza...without Lethal Weapon.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

I'm game. Tomorrow night, maybe?

[prof-cregg.livejournal.com]

That sounds lovely. I'll see you then.

[prof-methos.livejournal.com]

See you tomorrow, CJ. *watches her walk away* *is not looking at her ass* *is looking at her legs*

[ten-and-chips.livejournal.com]

oh, I'd be looking at her ass if I were you.