TIM THE FANBOY I know you don’t think you’re anything special, and that’s what makes you awesome, but... Weren’t you watching her vital signs while we were in there?   WILL No, I was kind of distracted by her face, voice, conversation, you know, trivial stuff...   TIM THE FANBOY (jabs a finger) Then you friggin’ missed out, because those curves got a lot less sluggish after Tim told his dirty jokes. In fact, cancer patients at her stage aren’t supposed to have vitals that good. Like, ever.   Tim Mitts attempts his usual jocular smile, but does not quite make it.   TIM Well, uh, yeah... I have that... that arousin’ effect on people... I... thank God that worked...   TIM THE FANBOY Not just that. You remember we were told not to take too long? We were in there for ninety minutes before she got tired! My dad kicks visitors out in five... unless they’re doing something for the patient!   There is a beat of silence from everyone as Tim the Fanboy’s words sink in. Fanboy is absolutely quivering.   RIKK So we can go home knowing we’ve done a good thing.   TIM THE FANBOY Like Hell! I think you have a chance to save her life again! Haven’t you heard of cancer patients who’ve found the strength to fight through laughter? Or a feeling of importance? Is it really a coincidence that her health is failing now, when the StarTec fan community is forgetting how much they owe her? Will starts to say something about the SF Channel, then reconsiders. Harry looks away, at something painful that only he can see.   SHANNA Look, "Fanboy," a laugh track is not a cure for...   RUMY "Who Mourns for Adonis." There are parallels with "Who Mourns for Adonis..."

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