The Ratman stopped leaning against the wall and stood up straight.
[b][color=gray]"If neither of you have other plans, I'd suggest you take Miss O'Connor's suggestion."[/color][/b] He said to the pair. [b][color=gray]"It's probably for the best to leave treatment in the hands of a professional. But first..."[/color][/b]
With that, he bowed towards the creature.
[b][color=gray]"Thank you for your cooperation."[/color][/b] He said to the pair.
He turned to leave the building. He had gotten what he wanted, more or less, so his business was done.
[b][color=gray]"I'll be leaving you to your own devices, but I will keep watch for you. I am no friend of Lorne."[/color][/b] He said as he walked away.

The rats followed him out of the building, save one who quietly slipped a shabby note into William's pocket. On the paper was a crudely written message.

[i]If you wish to stay out of danger, be careful with who you side with.[/i]

The rats maintained their vigilance outside. As the old saying went, the enemy of his enemy was his friend, but he wasn't sure if the director of science was an ally just yet. Only time would tell what side she was truly on, and whether she could contribute to their mission. Until then, they would do what they always did.