Part 51
Skinner wakes up in the hospital to a smiling Kate. "Good morning!", he grins at her. "How long have you been sitting there?"
"Oh only about half an hour", replies Kate glancing at her watch.
"What time is it", asks Skinner reaching for his glasses on the nightstand and glancing up at the tv which is turned to CNN.
"It is about 8:30", replies Kate. "There is good news. The doctors say you are making such a speedy recovery that it looks like you can go home on Monday."
"And I was just start to plan how to redecorate the place", says Skinner glancing around and then looking back at Kate. "I've got to call headquarters and inform them of what is going on. God knows what the field office out here has told them. They probably already have scraped the plate off my door anticipating my demise." He starts to reach for the phone.
"I already called headquarters for you. I spoke to your secretary and she put me through to a nice Mr. Kersh. He said not to concern yourself with anything going on. He just wants to make sure that you get well. He informed me that he would tell Agents Mulder and Scully of the outcome of the case as I couldn't track them down", says Kate plumping up his pillow.
"You spoke to AD Kersh?", frowns Skinner. "What exactly did you tell him?"
"I said that there was a shootout with a fugitive. I didn't tell him it was my ex-husband, I felt he didn't need to know that, but I did tell him that you were shot and he was killed. He knows that you are in the hospital and that Agents Mulder and Scully were on their way home. Well they would be after their side trip."
"Side trip?", asks Skinner slightly louder.
"I don't know where they went, but I know they didn't go straight back to DC. I'm not at liberty to say right now why I know this, but I do Walter. Did I do something wrong?"
"Wrong? Wrong? Of course you did something wrong. Do you know what you did? AD Kersh is the worst person that you could of told that Mulder and Scully were missing. Its bad enough that I find out about their impromptu travel plans, but Kersh is going to have their butts in front of a conduct committee as soon as they step off that airplane. They must have got another lead on a case and have gone off on their own. I can't believe Mulder would be so stupid. I just told him that the only way to save their jobs would be to cooperate with me. I would have to authorize all of their cases in writing. I am their ally and here they go breaking the rules the day after I warned them. Kate, I just can't believe you would call the bureau and just spill everything out like that. You don't even know Kersh. He has been waiting to bust Mulder and Scully for years and now he has great ammunition. What else did you tell him? You didn't tell him that we are engaged did you?"
Kate gets red and stammers. "I didn't think that it would be a big secret Walter. I told him we met unexpectantly at the trailer park and we hit it off."
"Oh great! This whole trip looks like one big romantic rendezvous! None of my expenses are going to look valid to Kersh and he is going to be after my a** too when I get home. There is no room for romance in the FBI Kate, trust me. Agents are actually encouraged to remain single to eliminate any distractions. I mean it could have been worse. I could have been caught with a fellow agent and then I would automatically be fired, but at least it was with a non-government employee. I may have a chance at repairing the damage."
"Agents can't date each other? They get automatically fired?", asks Kate biting her lip.
"Yes, its in the official manual. All of the agents know it, but getting back to us, Kate I don't know if I can go through with this marriage. I don't know if I can trust you. I shouldn't be surprised about all of this, I jumped the gun a little bit." Skinner stares at Kate who averts her eyes.
"I understand Walter. I wasn't thinking about what I was saying. I just was so overjoyed that you were going to be okay I wanted to share the news with your colleagues and I guess that news included our engagement...among other things. I just wish that maybe you would find it in your heart to give me a second chance."
"I don't know if I can do that Kate", says Skinner shaking his head. "I just hope not too much damage has been done due to your exuberance. He glances up at the tv.
"What the hell is that! Where is the remote?" He frantically grabs for the remote under the sheets. He finally finds it and increases the volume.
The news commentator announces, "The two alleged criminals are described as being a trustworthy looking pair. The male's name is Fox William Mulder, he described as being a good looking and intelligent individual with brown hair and hazel eyes. He is 6'0" , and has a liking for sunflower seeds. The female's name is Dana Katherine Scully, she is described as being attractive and equally intelligent. She has red hair, blue eyes and stands at 5'3". She is actually a medical doctor and he a trained psychological criminal profiler. They are possibly armed and should be considered as dangerous. Look closely at the two of them and if you should see them please inform your local police department as soon as possible. Do not trust them just because they are FBI agents. They have chosen to go off the straight and narrow. They will be punished upon their apprehension. They may respond to the names of Spooky and Starbuck."
Skinner changes the channel to MSNBC. "The hunt is on for the apprehension of the two FBI agents gone bad. Spooky Mulder and Starbuck Scully are described as being........"
Skinner glances over at Kate, but she is gone.
Part 52
Mulder and Scully stand in line at the cashier's window. "I think the first thing we should do when we get this money is rent a room and take a shower", says Scully.
"Hmm.. that sounds good", replies Mulder gazing at her suggestively.
"Thats not what I meant", says Scully as the line moves forward.
Well we could always pick up a few things and stay longer. Its only Saturday and we still have another eight days before we are due back at work, or what is left of work", says Mulder cracking his knuckles.
"Mulder, we're lucky to still have our jobs after all of these years. Skinner will cooperate with us. He looks the other way now, nothing is going to change that", says Scully reaching out and taking his hand.
"I've really been doing a lot of serious thinking Scully lately. Whats left to investigate anyhow? I've come to accept that my sister is dead. I don't have any contacts left and I hate to admit it but it seems to me that Cancer Man just seems to win every battle."
"Mulder, I can't believe you are talking like this. He may win the battles, but he hasn't won the war yet. If what he says is true, that there is a threat of global colonization, we need to uncover the answers to prevent that from happening. Your quest, your mission in life has been to discover the truth and now you are thinking of giving it all up? For what?"
The line moves forward and Mulder and Scully are at the counter. He turns to her and says, "For you." He then turns to the cashier. "Hi, I'm Fox Mulder and there should be a wire transfer here from a John Byers."
"Do you have any identification Sir?", asks the cashier.
"Unfortunately my wallet was stolen, but somehow I managed to hold onto my FBI badge", says Mulder handing over the badge. The cashier takes it and looks at it turning pale.
"Is your name the only name on the transfer?", asks the cashier nervously.
"Ah, well it should be, but he may have added the name Dana Scully to it", says Mulder glancing at Scully. "Do you have your badge?" She nods and hands it to him.
"I'll be right back", says the cashier taking the two badges. She walks through a door.
"Mulder, you don't need to give up the X-Files for me. There is so much more work that is to be done, so many more things to discover. Just because we have come to terms with our feelings does not mean that our work has to stop."
"Thats just it Scully. You always say that we need to stop and look around. Maybe its time to get out of the car and smell the flowers. A couple of years ago I never imagined saying that, but with all I have seen I only recently saw what I want most."
"Whats that?", asks Scully.
"Something that you've deprived yourself of, because of your devotion to the X-Files and me. A normal life."
Scully is really shocked at this point. She doesn't know what to think as they not only have reached a milestone in their relationship, but also in their careers. Would Fox Mulder truly be willing to sacrifice all of his work for her. To live a somewhat normal life (a life with Mulder would never be entirely normal), with a house and picket fence with a dog and children. Yes, children. They had never discussed his feelings on the subject. He knows that she can't have any, but how does he feel about adoption? She makes a mental note to bring up the subject later.
"Mulder, I think you are feeling abnormal", she feels his forehead as two security guards approach them.
"Are you Agents Mulder and Scully", asks one of them.
"Ah, yeah you've got our badges", says Mulder annoyed as he sees the other guard glancing down at the two badges in his hand.
"Then you're going to have to come with us. Both of you please place both hands on the counter and spread em'."
"What!", exclaims Mulder. "Is this some sort of joke? I'm here with my fiancee, ah partner and we are here to pick up a money transfer. What the hell is going on?", yells Mulder as one guard grabs him by the arm and forces him up against the counter.
The other guard forces Scully up against the counter and starts to frisk her.
"Watch it!", says Scully glaring.
"Get your hands off of her you idiot!", yells Mulder as he himself gets frisked. "You just wait until the bureau hears about this!"
"Save it for the judge!", says the guard as he handcuffs Mulder and turns him around. Mulder glances over at Scully who has also been handcuffed.
"Sir, there obviously has been a mistake. Agent Mulder and I are returning from a case. If you need to contact someone, I can give you the bureau's phone number. Our direct superior, AD Walter Skinner can back us up on this. He may still be in California, but I can give you his cell phone number."
"The bureau is who has sent the APB on you. Now will the two of you just shut up? There is a couple of friends that we want you to meet out front."
Mulder and Scully are led out front of the casino to a waiting police cruiser. Two cops get out of the car to meet the security guards.
"Good work boys!", says one of the cops reaching for Mulder's arm. The other one takes Scully. "We thought they would be harder to catch, but it seems they aren't as smart as their profiles."
"What in the hell are you talking about?", yells Mulder.
"Mulder, yelling isn't going to get us anywhere", says Scully.
"I'm going to keep yelling until someone tells me what this is all about", yells Mulder.
"You have the right to remain silent........", recites the officer holding Mulder.
"We're under arrest? For what? We have the right to know what we are accused of!", says Mulder.
"You are wanted for fraud and the embezzlement of federal funds by use of a credit card", says the officer holding Scully. He opens the door of the cruiser and helps her in. The other officer opens the other door and shoves Mulder who hits his head as he falls into the car.
"We're not the ones that stole any credit cards and you're going to be sorry for that buster!", yells Mulder as the officer slams the door in his face.
"Mulder?" He turns towards Scully.
"Yeah."
"You reported the bureau credit card as stolen, right?"
"Thats another small detail I forgot", says Mulder.
"When we are married I'm not letting you have a credit card or a check book", says Scully looking out the window.
"And here I thought the future was bright", says Mulder.
"Your shades were in the car", smiles Scully.
Part 53
"I take it they are going to need bail money now", says Langley as he takes a slice of pizza from the box lying on the table that the Lone Gunmen are sitting around. The tv is turned to CNN.
"Its obviously a big mixup", says Byers pouring himself a glass of Coke. "Well, whats our plan? Should we bail them out, or let them sit for a while?"
"They may not even be eligible for bail", says Langley wiping his mouth with a napkin. "They're Feds and they aren't going to get off that easy."
"I'm not going to let Dana sit in jail", says Frohike. "Thats no place for the illustrious Agent Scully. Mulder can rot in jail for all I care, but Dana doesn't deserve to be caught up in all of this."
"What do you plan to do? Break her out of jail", asks Langley.
"Maybe", says Frohike getting up and walking to a closet.
"You've got to be kidding", says Byers. "I've been part of some crazy plans with the two of you, but this one takes the cake. I am not in on this. They aren't even back to DC yet. Today is Saturday and they probably won't even be back into town until Monday. They are going to be under some serious security. There is no way that you will even be able to get anywhere near her."
"Frohike, he is right. Lets just wait until they arrive in DC. Meanwhile we'll hack into the the Las Vegas records and see if we can find out when they are arriving back", says Langley.
Frohike is sifting through the closet and comes out with a with a brown curly wig.
"What do you propose doing with that?", asks Byers opening a bag of potato chips.
"I'm coming up with a plan", says Frohike. "Whats Mrs. Scully's first name?"
"Maggie I think", says Byers.
"If you think you're going to pull off what I think you are going to try to pull off, you are plain nuts", says Langley. "Do you actually think anyone is going to believe that you are Agent Scully's mother? Besides, say you do get out of there with Scully. Everyone is going to think that her mom really did help her if you sign in with her name. Besides there is the question of ID."
"Like that has ever been a problem", replies Frohike. "Are you guys in or what?"
"I'll drive the getaway vehicle, but I am not putting on a dress", says Langley.
"I told you, I'm not involved. Besides, Scully isn't going to leave without Mulder, so its a huge waste of time", says Byers.
Part 54
"I want my one phone call!", yells Mulder as a camera flashes in his face for a frontal mug shot.
"All in good time Mr. Mulder. We have to put you through the paperwork before we can allow you to do that." He turns Mulder sideways and shoots a side shot. Scully stands several feet away getting fingerprinted.
"Don't worry little lady. It comes off real easy", another officer says as he hands her a wipe for her hands.
"Its not the ink I'm concerned about", glares Scully. "Its my record. I need to repeat once again that we did not steal any credit cards. In fact we were robbed of everything but the very clothes on our backs." She stands aside as Mulder is escorted over to be fingerprinted.
"They're not going to believe you", says Mulder turning to look at Scully as his fingers are rolled across the ink pad.
Scully sighs. "Well if you are finished with me, could I please get my one phone call?"
"Sure ma'am right this way."
"Wait a minute. Scully who are you gonna call?", asks Mulder concerned.
"Obviously not the ghost busters, we're the ones in jail remember?", says Scully sarcastically.
"Scully? Are you blaming me for all of this?", asks Mulder as a wipe is handed to him.
"Well who else am I going to blame Mulder. How could you be so forgetful? The very first thing that you do when a credit card is stolen is call the company and report it. You do realize that your own credit cards got stolen too?"
"Yeah, now that you mention it you're right Scully. Have you thought recently where you left your purse?"
"Damn....in the car!", says Scully stomping her foot.
"I guess we make a great pair", says Mulder smiling.
"Folie a deux", says Scully as she is led away.
"A madness shared by two", whispers Mulder.
Skinner wakes up in the hospital to a smiling Kate. "Good morning!", he grins at her. "How long have you been sitting there?"
"Oh only about half an hour", replies Kate glancing at her watch.
"What time is it", asks Skinner reaching for his glasses on the nightstand and glancing up at the tv which is turned to CNN.
"It is about 8:30", replies Kate. "There is good news. The doctors say you are making such a speedy recovery that it looks like you can go home on Monday."
"And I was just start to plan how to redecorate the place", says Skinner glancing around and then looking back at Kate. "I've got to call headquarters and inform them of what is going on. God knows what the field office out here has told them. They probably already have scraped the plate off my door anticipating my demise." He starts to reach for the phone.
"I already called headquarters for you. I spoke to your secretary and she put me through to a nice Mr. Kersh. He said not to concern yourself with anything going on. He just wants to make sure that you get well. He informed me that he would tell Agents Mulder and Scully of the outcome of the case as I couldn't track them down", says Kate plumping up his pillow.
"You spoke to AD Kersh?", frowns Skinner. "What exactly did you tell him?"
"I said that there was a shootout with a fugitive. I didn't tell him it was my ex-husband, I felt he didn't need to know that, but I did tell him that you were shot and he was killed. He knows that you are in the hospital and that Agents Mulder and Scully were on their way home. Well they would be after their side trip."
"Side trip?", asks Skinner slightly louder.
"I don't know where they went, but I know they didn't go straight back to DC. I'm not at liberty to say right now why I know this, but I do Walter. Did I do something wrong?"
"Wrong? Wrong? Of course you did something wrong. Do you know what you did? AD Kersh is the worst person that you could of told that Mulder and Scully were missing. Its bad enough that I find out about their impromptu travel plans, but Kersh is going to have their butts in front of a conduct committee as soon as they step off that airplane. They must have got another lead on a case and have gone off on their own. I can't believe Mulder would be so stupid. I just told him that the only way to save their jobs would be to cooperate with me. I would have to authorize all of their cases in writing. I am their ally and here they go breaking the rules the day after I warned them. Kate, I just can't believe you would call the bureau and just spill everything out like that. You don't even know Kersh. He has been waiting to bust Mulder and Scully for years and now he has great ammunition. What else did you tell him? You didn't tell him that we are engaged did you?"
Kate gets red and stammers. "I didn't think that it would be a big secret Walter. I told him we met unexpectantly at the trailer park and we hit it off."
"Oh great! This whole trip looks like one big romantic rendezvous! None of my expenses are going to look valid to Kersh and he is going to be after my a** too when I get home. There is no room for romance in the FBI Kate, trust me. Agents are actually encouraged to remain single to eliminate any distractions. I mean it could have been worse. I could have been caught with a fellow agent and then I would automatically be fired, but at least it was with a non-government employee. I may have a chance at repairing the damage."
"Agents can't date each other? They get automatically fired?", asks Kate biting her lip.
"Yes, its in the official manual. All of the agents know it, but getting back to us, Kate I don't know if I can go through with this marriage. I don't know if I can trust you. I shouldn't be surprised about all of this, I jumped the gun a little bit." Skinner stares at Kate who averts her eyes.
"I understand Walter. I wasn't thinking about what I was saying. I just was so overjoyed that you were going to be okay I wanted to share the news with your colleagues and I guess that news included our engagement...among other things. I just wish that maybe you would find it in your heart to give me a second chance."
"I don't know if I can do that Kate", says Skinner shaking his head. "I just hope not too much damage has been done due to your exuberance. He glances up at the tv.
"What the hell is that! Where is the remote?" He frantically grabs for the remote under the sheets. He finally finds it and increases the volume.
The news commentator announces, "The two alleged criminals are described as being a trustworthy looking pair. The male's name is Fox William Mulder, he described as being a good looking and intelligent individual with brown hair and hazel eyes. He is 6'0" , and has a liking for sunflower seeds. The female's name is Dana Katherine Scully, she is described as being attractive and equally intelligent. She has red hair, blue eyes and stands at 5'3". She is actually a medical doctor and he a trained psychological criminal profiler. They are possibly armed and should be considered as dangerous. Look closely at the two of them and if you should see them please inform your local police department as soon as possible. Do not trust them just because they are FBI agents. They have chosen to go off the straight and narrow. They will be punished upon their apprehension. They may respond to the names of Spooky and Starbuck."
Skinner changes the channel to MSNBC. "The hunt is on for the apprehension of the two FBI agents gone bad. Spooky Mulder and Starbuck Scully are described as being........"
Skinner glances over at Kate, but she is gone.
Part 52
Mulder and Scully stand in line at the cashier's window. "I think the first thing we should do when we get this money is rent a room and take a shower", says Scully.
"Hmm.. that sounds good", replies Mulder gazing at her suggestively.
"Thats not what I meant", says Scully as the line moves forward.
Well we could always pick up a few things and stay longer. Its only Saturday and we still have another eight days before we are due back at work, or what is left of work", says Mulder cracking his knuckles.
"Mulder, we're lucky to still have our jobs after all of these years. Skinner will cooperate with us. He looks the other way now, nothing is going to change that", says Scully reaching out and taking his hand.
"I've really been doing a lot of serious thinking Scully lately. Whats left to investigate anyhow? I've come to accept that my sister is dead. I don't have any contacts left and I hate to admit it but it seems to me that Cancer Man just seems to win every battle."
"Mulder, I can't believe you are talking like this. He may win the battles, but he hasn't won the war yet. If what he says is true, that there is a threat of global colonization, we need to uncover the answers to prevent that from happening. Your quest, your mission in life has been to discover the truth and now you are thinking of giving it all up? For what?"
The line moves forward and Mulder and Scully are at the counter. He turns to her and says, "For you." He then turns to the cashier. "Hi, I'm Fox Mulder and there should be a wire transfer here from a John Byers."
"Do you have any identification Sir?", asks the cashier.
"Unfortunately my wallet was stolen, but somehow I managed to hold onto my FBI badge", says Mulder handing over the badge. The cashier takes it and looks at it turning pale.
"Is your name the only name on the transfer?", asks the cashier nervously.
"Ah, well it should be, but he may have added the name Dana Scully to it", says Mulder glancing at Scully. "Do you have your badge?" She nods and hands it to him.
"I'll be right back", says the cashier taking the two badges. She walks through a door.
"Mulder, you don't need to give up the X-Files for me. There is so much more work that is to be done, so many more things to discover. Just because we have come to terms with our feelings does not mean that our work has to stop."
"Thats just it Scully. You always say that we need to stop and look around. Maybe its time to get out of the car and smell the flowers. A couple of years ago I never imagined saying that, but with all I have seen I only recently saw what I want most."
"Whats that?", asks Scully.
"Something that you've deprived yourself of, because of your devotion to the X-Files and me. A normal life."
Scully is really shocked at this point. She doesn't know what to think as they not only have reached a milestone in their relationship, but also in their careers. Would Fox Mulder truly be willing to sacrifice all of his work for her. To live a somewhat normal life (a life with Mulder would never be entirely normal), with a house and picket fence with a dog and children. Yes, children. They had never discussed his feelings on the subject. He knows that she can't have any, but how does he feel about adoption? She makes a mental note to bring up the subject later.
"Mulder, I think you are feeling abnormal", she feels his forehead as two security guards approach them.
"Are you Agents Mulder and Scully", asks one of them.
"Ah, yeah you've got our badges", says Mulder annoyed as he sees the other guard glancing down at the two badges in his hand.
"Then you're going to have to come with us. Both of you please place both hands on the counter and spread em'."
"What!", exclaims Mulder. "Is this some sort of joke? I'm here with my fiancee, ah partner and we are here to pick up a money transfer. What the hell is going on?", yells Mulder as one guard grabs him by the arm and forces him up against the counter.
The other guard forces Scully up against the counter and starts to frisk her.
"Watch it!", says Scully glaring.
"Get your hands off of her you idiot!", yells Mulder as he himself gets frisked. "You just wait until the bureau hears about this!"
"Save it for the judge!", says the guard as he handcuffs Mulder and turns him around. Mulder glances over at Scully who has also been handcuffed.
"Sir, there obviously has been a mistake. Agent Mulder and I are returning from a case. If you need to contact someone, I can give you the bureau's phone number. Our direct superior, AD Walter Skinner can back us up on this. He may still be in California, but I can give you his cell phone number."
"The bureau is who has sent the APB on you. Now will the two of you just shut up? There is a couple of friends that we want you to meet out front."
Mulder and Scully are led out front of the casino to a waiting police cruiser. Two cops get out of the car to meet the security guards.
"Good work boys!", says one of the cops reaching for Mulder's arm. The other one takes Scully. "We thought they would be harder to catch, but it seems they aren't as smart as their profiles."
"What in the hell are you talking about?", yells Mulder.
"Mulder, yelling isn't going to get us anywhere", says Scully.
"I'm going to keep yelling until someone tells me what this is all about", yells Mulder.
"You have the right to remain silent........", recites the officer holding Mulder.
"We're under arrest? For what? We have the right to know what we are accused of!", says Mulder.
"You are wanted for fraud and the embezzlement of federal funds by use of a credit card", says the officer holding Scully. He opens the door of the cruiser and helps her in. The other officer opens the other door and shoves Mulder who hits his head as he falls into the car.
"We're not the ones that stole any credit cards and you're going to be sorry for that buster!", yells Mulder as the officer slams the door in his face.
"Mulder?" He turns towards Scully.
"Yeah."
"You reported the bureau credit card as stolen, right?"
"Thats another small detail I forgot", says Mulder.
"When we are married I'm not letting you have a credit card or a check book", says Scully looking out the window.
"And here I thought the future was bright", says Mulder.
"Your shades were in the car", smiles Scully.
Part 53
"I take it they are going to need bail money now", says Langley as he takes a slice of pizza from the box lying on the table that the Lone Gunmen are sitting around. The tv is turned to CNN.
"Its obviously a big mixup", says Byers pouring himself a glass of Coke. "Well, whats our plan? Should we bail them out, or let them sit for a while?"
"They may not even be eligible for bail", says Langley wiping his mouth with a napkin. "They're Feds and they aren't going to get off that easy."
"I'm not going to let Dana sit in jail", says Frohike. "Thats no place for the illustrious Agent Scully. Mulder can rot in jail for all I care, but Dana doesn't deserve to be caught up in all of this."
"What do you plan to do? Break her out of jail", asks Langley.
"Maybe", says Frohike getting up and walking to a closet.
"You've got to be kidding", says Byers. "I've been part of some crazy plans with the two of you, but this one takes the cake. I am not in on this. They aren't even back to DC yet. Today is Saturday and they probably won't even be back into town until Monday. They are going to be under some serious security. There is no way that you will even be able to get anywhere near her."
"Frohike, he is right. Lets just wait until they arrive in DC. Meanwhile we'll hack into the the Las Vegas records and see if we can find out when they are arriving back", says Langley.
Frohike is sifting through the closet and comes out with a with a brown curly wig.
"What do you propose doing with that?", asks Byers opening a bag of potato chips.
"I'm coming up with a plan", says Frohike. "Whats Mrs. Scully's first name?"
"Maggie I think", says Byers.
"If you think you're going to pull off what I think you are going to try to pull off, you are plain nuts", says Langley. "Do you actually think anyone is going to believe that you are Agent Scully's mother? Besides, say you do get out of there with Scully. Everyone is going to think that her mom really did help her if you sign in with her name. Besides there is the question of ID."
"Like that has ever been a problem", replies Frohike. "Are you guys in or what?"
"I'll drive the getaway vehicle, but I am not putting on a dress", says Langley.
"I told you, I'm not involved. Besides, Scully isn't going to leave without Mulder, so its a huge waste of time", says Byers.
Part 54
"I want my one phone call!", yells Mulder as a camera flashes in his face for a frontal mug shot.
"All in good time Mr. Mulder. We have to put you through the paperwork before we can allow you to do that." He turns Mulder sideways and shoots a side shot. Scully stands several feet away getting fingerprinted.
"Don't worry little lady. It comes off real easy", another officer says as he hands her a wipe for her hands.
"Its not the ink I'm concerned about", glares Scully. "Its my record. I need to repeat once again that we did not steal any credit cards. In fact we were robbed of everything but the very clothes on our backs." She stands aside as Mulder is escorted over to be fingerprinted.
"They're not going to believe you", says Mulder turning to look at Scully as his fingers are rolled across the ink pad.
Scully sighs. "Well if you are finished with me, could I please get my one phone call?"
"Sure ma'am right this way."
"Wait a minute. Scully who are you gonna call?", asks Mulder concerned.
"Obviously not the ghost busters, we're the ones in jail remember?", says Scully sarcastically.
"Scully? Are you blaming me for all of this?", asks Mulder as a wipe is handed to him.
"Well who else am I going to blame Mulder. How could you be so forgetful? The very first thing that you do when a credit card is stolen is call the company and report it. You do realize that your own credit cards got stolen too?"
"Yeah, now that you mention it you're right Scully. Have you thought recently where you left your purse?"
"Damn....in the car!", says Scully stomping her foot.
"I guess we make a great pair", says Mulder smiling.
"Folie a deux", says Scully as she is led away.
"A madness shared by two", whispers Mulder.