[The phrase Venkman states is utter nonsense to Kim--he doesn't know what the hell the "fifth" is, though he can assume that it's related to law enforcement in some way. He doesn't have time to ruminate on this, though. The lieutenant simply crosses his hands behind his back, turns around, and proceeds to walk away without another word. His footfalls echo through the hallway as he retreats.
He tries to keep his mind on other things--police radio codes and signals, how the engine of a Coupris Kineema creates the distinct sound that so many people complain about, the mechanics of the cranes that lift cargo crates in the harbor. But this headache makes his fingers itch to reach for the cigarette he knows is in his pocket--the cigarette he saves for his nightly ritual of going over the day's events. Would it be worth it to break his own rules to deal with the pain?
The doubt is enough to make Kim's barrier falter slightly, and Venkman's thoughts inadvertently seep through the cracks. Kim's response rises instinctively, but it's...likely not what Venkman was expecting. It's uncharacteristically envious in tone. With how easily it seems to bubble to the surface, it doesn't seem to be the first time Kim has said this to himself.
He has something that you've always wanted--something that you'll never have.
The lieutenant is gone from Venkman's immediate presence, but his thoughts take some time to fade.]
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He tries to keep his mind on other things--police radio codes and signals, how the engine of a Coupris Kineema creates the distinct sound that so many people complain about, the mechanics of the cranes that lift cargo crates in the harbor. But this headache makes his fingers itch to reach for the cigarette he knows is in his pocket--the cigarette he saves for his nightly ritual of going over the day's events. Would it be worth it to break his own rules to deal with the pain?
The doubt is enough to make Kim's barrier falter slightly, and Venkman's thoughts inadvertently seep through the cracks. Kim's response rises instinctively, but it's...likely not what Venkman was expecting. It's uncharacteristically envious in tone. With how easily it seems to bubble to the surface, it doesn't seem to be the first time Kim has said this to himself.
He has something that you've always wanted--something that you'll never have.
The lieutenant is gone from Venkman's immediate presence, but his thoughts take some time to fade.]