Dr. Peter Thorne

He suddenly had the energy to keep going.

When his wife saw what a good mood he was in, she became sunnier too.

With one use of the machine, he was happier and healthier than ever.

What else could it do?

He spent all night theorizing and planning, the watch keeping his energy and spirits high.

When he stood before Jeeves and Benjamin the next day, he was bouncing on his feet with excitement.

Jeeves didn't share his energy.

He frowned upon seeing Thorne and held out a hand.

The machine has already been used today.

Thorne nodded, having anticipated this.

I know, but since it acted up yesterday, I've been granted special permission today.

Extra tests should help us figure out what went wrong.

I wasn't informed of this.

Thorne ignored Jeeves and turned his attention to Benjamin, using his kindest voice to ask, Will you open the door?

Benjamin grimaced, glancing between the imposing Jeeves and the imploring Thorne.

Um, well, I suppose we could check with Dr. Johnson.

Yes, there you go.

Jeeves, why don't you do that while Benjamin and I wait here?

Jeeves scowled as he stalked down the hall.

As soon as he turned the corner, Thorne grabbed Benjamin and pulled him through the door.