For windhover; talking_muses 'verse

[dr_wonderboy]

He still feels naked without a tie, the way some women feel naked without earrings or jewelry. He tugs at his collar every few minutes, sometimes more, sometimes less. It's a nervous habit, and he usually catches himself in the middle of doing it.

"I hope Chinese is okay. I made reservations." As in, eating there. Being seen. He's not wondering how long it will take to get back to House. He's not even sure he's speaking to House at the moment.

"You really do look good, Victoria."