[ There's that momentary pause, where the Doctor is never quite sure the ruse itself will work, but he's confident in both their abilities. Who could look at the pair of them and think anything but that they're very serious and capable professionals from the tax collection agency?
The receptionist gives them a moment more of consideration and it almost seems like he might be trying to decide between calling for backup or just letting them pass. The "credentials" on John Smith's badge do look official enough, and he's sufficiently reluctant to defy the "Chief Inspector," who looks like someone not to be doubted or questioned further.
A brief stumble of hasty words and they are, at last, allowed entry.
The Doctor waits just long enough for them to be out of eyesight of the receptionist before flashing Hermione two thumbs up. ]
Oh, that was brilliant! Some of our best work so far.
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The receptionist gives them a moment more of consideration and it almost seems like he might be trying to decide between calling for backup or just letting them pass. The "credentials" on John Smith's badge do look official enough, and he's sufficiently reluctant to defy the "Chief Inspector," who looks like someone not to be doubted or questioned further.
A brief stumble of hasty words and they are, at last, allowed entry.
The Doctor waits just long enough for them to be out of eyesight of the receptionist before flashing Hermione two thumbs up. ]
Oh, that was brilliant! Some of our best work so far.