XI. --- “ Well, come along, then! We don’t have all day! --- Well, technically, we have more than a day’s worth of time, but! We won’t get anywhere at all if you dilly dally like that. “ The Doctor’s lips split into a boyish grin, grasping her hand as he tugged her along. No matter how many times he vowed to himself that he wouldn’t bring another on board for an adventure again, he really could never help himself. It was a useless promise made in the throes of sorrow. How could he ever deny any individual the wonders of the universe? Especially ones so deserving! He would make sure that this would be one of the very best adventures!
Leading Alice into the TARDIS, excitement clearly bubbling up into his features, he released her hand & ran up the ramp to the console, opening his arms wide in a welcoming gesture. “ She’s beautiful, isn’t she? Although I don’t want to spoil the fun just yet, I am told that I should make a habit of explaining that she is sentient, & it’s really best if you try not to upset her. She tends to--- be snarky in her own way. However, I’m quite sure she’ll take a liking to you.” &, then, after a few moments, allowing her to take in the sight of the ship, he asks; ---What d’you think, then, Alice? Wanna go for a ride? “