[ SOB WELL HE'S GOTTEN THE WATER GOING. You're lucky he didn't immediately nuke it in the microwave.

And America answers the door, just as well-to-look as before. His usual goofy grin has been suppressed to a happy grin (although it's hard for America to keep a straight face for long, AS DEMONSTRATED WITH "WHICH IS WHICH?").

STEPPING ASIDE AND HOLDING THE FUCKING DOOR FOR YOU. ]

Knocking is the usual greeting, but that's okay. Come in! I'm still making your tea, but have a seat anywhere you like.

[ The apartment may be clean, but the lice are always there. Lurking. Waiting. ]