fandomhigh | Boom-De-Yada Science - Danger Shop, Wednesday, Period 1 [Week 15]

"There was a hedge in my way," the Doctor explained. "That's why I wasn't here. I understand there were hedges in your way too and yours and so on. I don't like hedges." That was all there was to say about that. "Don't think this gets you out of your final. I hope you all remembered to wear sensible shoes. You won't be running today, but it's important to get into good habits if you're going to be dealing with this planet on a regular basis. Lots of running usually. Shoes should be sensible." It was reasonable to assume that the Doctor was a bit 'off' today. "You, you aaaaand you," he said, pointing to three students, "stay here and answer your final question. It's a one on one verbal exam. The rest of you go play in the amusement park. Stay away from the hot dogs. I didn't program them quite right." They would taste like pungent cheese. "Make sure you wander back out here before the hour is up to answer your question."

He opened the doors to reveal an amusement park with a Ferris wheel, dodgems, roller coaster and assorted other rides, games and holographic food stands.

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"The passion," Christian answered, running a thoughtful hand through his hair. "We have good songs in 1895, but they aren't performed that way. Not as if -- as if the secrets to life itself were in a guitar and the performer just had to get them out."

Then he realized passion wasn't a technology. "Er -- electronic microphones are rather nice too."

"There are passionate musicians, no matter the year. You have to go looking for them. Montmartre? Good start. Now, as for these electronic microphones, keeping in mind I don't expect you to know the ins and outs of electrical equipment, how would you go about making them a reality in your time?"

Christian chewed a thumbnail, not wanting to admit he didn't know. "I suppose I could take one to an electrician and ask him to replicate it," he said. "We have electricity, it's just -- not used that way yet."

"Oh, the things you have to look forward to! It's all about to get very exciting. Do you think they'd think you a madman if you spouted ideas about using electricity this way?"

"Would it matter if they did?" Christian asked. "Paris is a big city. I could find someone who was as excited by the idea as I am. At the least, someone would humor me."

"I like your approach. Well done. When are you off to Montmartre? After school?"

Christian nodded. "I graduate in May," he said. "My father will want me back in London, but I think I can slip away."

"Make sure you pack snacks. Always pack snacks when you're running away. There are plenty of things worse than adventure on an empty stomach, but that doesn't make it any more pleasant."

Christian wasn't quite sure how to answer that one, and there was an awkward pause as he considered the advice.

A snack wouldn't be bad, come to that.

"... I'll keep that in mind, Doctor."

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