Why Didn't We Do This Sooner?

by elsiecarson

When the Grid starts gossiping about Harry and Ruth's relationship, after their first dinner out, Ruth is ready to pull away, but between Harry and Malcolm they manage to get her to reconsider. How the storyline would have changed.

34. Slow in Getting Information

"Malcolm! Do we have any more information?" Ruth asks Malcolm.

"The program is still running, Ruth! It's working! We should have something soon!" Malcolm says back.

"Thanks Malcolm. Keep working, it'll be fine. Don't panic about this yet. We've still got time." Ruth says reassuringly.

"I'm not panicking yet. I'm just a little worried that this program hasn't come up with anything yet. Normally it works faster than this." Malcolm sounds tired.

Ruth walks over to Malcolm and puts her hand on his shoulder. "Don't worry Malcolm. Your programs always work. We will get this done."

"Thanks Ruth. I needed that little bit of reassurance. This job manages to eat at your self-confidence without you even realizing it." Malcolm says quietly.

"I know. This is one of the hardest jobs to do. It's nice to get reassurance from someone. Just do the best you can do." Ruth whispers. She walks back to her desk.