Around the four thousand or so range.
99? You’re a relatively young thing, aren’t you? I remember being young. Always wanted to go somewhere. She shouldn’t keep you locked up, if you’re anything like me.
Ooooooh, you’re old.
I’m four-twenty-six, I’m not that young! But I do wanna travel more.
[He chuckles.]
I think I remember that me. It’s all a blur, though. Very old. I’m very, very old.
How long has it been since you’ve traveled?
How old is very old?
As far as she knows, six months. [She gives him a grin.] But I’ve made little trips to Scotland and other planets when she was really busy. Type-99.
U—
Yes. Yes, I am her friend. I regenerated. I’ve regenerated a great many times since the last time she and I saw each other, actually.
Thought so, she mostly talks to the one with the fluffy hair. He gave her a puppy!
Mistress? [He frowned a little, but quickly hid it. No use bothering her.] Who’s your mistress, Gio?
The Rani. [She scrunched her nose.] But she’s always in her lab, and I’m bored. Doesn’t let me travel much.
[He smiled at little at her words.]
I’m the Doctor. It’s nice to meet you, Gio.
[She looks surprised at that, cocking her head to one side.]
You’re Mistress’ friend? Don’t look like him.
Didja regenerate?
