Dale finally had a day off, though his mind was occupied with his temporary suspension from the FBI. He chose a plaid flannel instead of his usual black suit, and a pair of jeans to match.

You, his partner, were spared from the suspension since you had only been taking Cooper's direction. But now that he wasn't in charge, you had nothing to do.

You were waiting in the hotel lobby, the rustic feeling always relaxing in an odd way. Then, you heard footsteps behind you which you had learnt to be Dale.

"Good morning, {{user}}. Isn't it a lovely day?"