Published on July 21, 2013
Pete: Annnd Myka's just staring at H.G.'s ass. Great
The Others: Third-Party Awareness of Bering and Wells
Often times, you can tell a lot about a person just by observing how the people around him/her act and react in response. Sometimes, the people closest to you can see things even before you see them. In the case of Bering and Wells, a lot of evidence exists to support a romantic reading of the couple, just based on the comments and behaviors of those around Myka and H.G.
H.G. vs. Helena
Myka is the only person who calls H.G. "Helena." Everyone else calls her H.G., as if it's an unwritten rule that only Myka is allowed to use that name. For the most part, Myka uses "Helena" only when she's talking to her, but refers to her as "H.G." in front of the others, which only reinforces the uniqueness of its use. The few times someone other than Myka calls H.G. "Helena" are in
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episodes 2.10 and 3.11 and their uses of "Helena" were done in very purposeful ways.
In 2.10: Where and When, Myka and Artie get in a fight over H.G., with Myka supporting her and Artie railing against her reinstatement. During their argument, Myka, in a rare moment (due to the fact that she's not speaking directly to H.G.), refers to H.G. as "Helena," causing Artie to take notice, and not in a good way: "Ohhh, it's 'Helena,' now is it? If it's all right with you, I'll just keep calling her 'the villain.'" Artie immediately knows that Myka's change in how she refers to H.G. is not insignificant. As they continue to argue, Artie refers to Wells as "H.G.," with Myka shooting back a response about "Helena." Their differing uses of her name show their starkly different views on who they believe H.G. really is at this point. By the end of the episode, though, Artie and Myka are trying to mend fences. As a peace offering to Myka, Artie mumbles out, though not with ease: "She did good, didn't she?" Myka responds, "Rebecca? Yeah, she did real good," while nodding her head. Pained that he has to be more explicit, Artie clarifies, "No, I meant, you know...Helena..." Myka, trying not to burst with glee, says, "Yeah" very quickly. Artie continues with, "And so did you," and then looks down to work on something, as if he wants to quickly forget that he said that. With Artie's head down, Myka smiles a wide, goofy grin and awkwardly walks out of the room, with Artie smiling to himself. Here, Artie's use of "Helena" was solely for Myka's benefit; it was a way for him to get back into Myka's good graces. By her reaction, it worked. Also, Artie's |
Myka: This isn't about Helena. It's about your eyebrows
Artie: You're just jealous. All of you are!
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statement that Myka did well too seems to imply two meanings: 1) Myka performed well on her mission, and 2) Myka did well in trusting and bringing H.G. to the team.
In 3.11: Emily Lake, Pete, who has been fervently anti-H.G. throughout season 3, calls H.G. "Helena" as a last-minute apology of sorts. Earlier in the episode, Pete refers to H.G. as "Lady Cuckoo" and warns Myka that she is a "lunatic killer" who is just
In 3.11: Emily Lake, Pete, who has been fervently anti-H.G. throughout season 3, calls H.G. "Helena" as a last-minute apology of sorts. Earlier in the episode, Pete refers to H.G. as "Lady Cuckoo" and warns Myka that she is a "lunatic killer" who is just
Pete: Hmm, yelling "Die H.G. die!" earlier seems a bit harsh in retrospect
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tricking everyone. Just a little bit later, Pete is arguing with Myka to persuade her to let him destroy the Janus coin, and by natural consequence, H.G.'s life with it. While Myka refuses, H.G. shocks them both by siding with Pete, agreeing to sacrifice herself for the protection of the Warehouse. As Pete would never have been allowed to destroy the coin without H.G.'s assistance with Myka, Pete suddenly discovers how wrong he has been in respect to her. With somewhat of a confused and apologetic look on his face, Pete awkwardly says: "Thanks for everything, Helena." This was the only way he knew how to try and make amends with her before she dies (at his hands, I might add), and he does it by finally using the name Myka uses with her. This shows an acknowledgment on his part that the use of the name "Helena" is not simply an alternative way to
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address H.G., but instead, it's a meaningful statement, imbued with the respect and affection that Myka has for H.G. when she uses it.
In 4.15: Instinct, when Myka reunites with H.G., she discovers H.G. is using the alias "Emily Lake" once again. Myka asks H.G., "So, does Nate know who you really are?" H.G. responds in the negative, explaining that she could never reveal her true identity
In 4.15: Instinct, when Myka reunites with H.G., she discovers H.G. is using the alias "Emily Lake" once again. Myka asks H.G., "So, does Nate know who you really are?" H.G. responds in the negative, explaining that she could never reveal her true identity
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to anyone else because they would think she is crazy. Yet, later in the episode, after the team has rescued Adelaide, H.G. corrects Adelaide and tells her to call her "Helena." This shows the shift in thought - the admission by H.G. that even if those around her do not know she is the H.G. Wells, the use of her real name "Helena Wells" is more than just a matter of accuracy. Just as Pete realized in 3.11: Emily Lake, H.G. understands that "Helena" is a sign of intimacy between herself and the person who calls her by that name.
Importantly, since Myka began calling H.G. "Helena," her usage has never wavered. Even when she was angry, sad, or disappointed in H.G., Myka still called her "Helena." The consistent use of that name shows that even in the darkest of times, Myka's deep reverence and belief in H.G. always persisted. |
H.G.: Please call me "big gay Helena" from now on
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H.G. is Myka's Sexy Business and Myka is H.G.'s Sexy Business
As mentioned on page 1 of The Case for Bering and Wells, one thing that seems to be apparent to everyone around Myka and H.G. is that each of them is the personal domain of the other. Observers may not be sure what exactly is going on with these two, but they know something is going on...and it ain't just friendship. Knowing this, third parties act accordingly, whether using one of them to reach the other, or just getting the hell out of the way if they find themselves alone with them. The ladies may not have figured out that they're a couple, but the rest of the world certainly has.
As soon as Pete gets duped by H.G. in 2.01: Time Will Tell, he understandably becomes very suspicious of H.G. and doesn't trust her at all from that point forward. Yet, time and time again, he refrains from acting on his "vibes" or creating animosity over H.G.
As mentioned on page 1 of The Case for Bering and Wells, one thing that seems to be apparent to everyone around Myka and H.G. is that each of them is the personal domain of the other. Observers may not be sure what exactly is going on with these two, but they know something is going on...and it ain't just friendship. Knowing this, third parties act accordingly, whether using one of them to reach the other, or just getting the hell out of the way if they find themselves alone with them. The ladies may not have figured out that they're a couple, but the rest of the world certainly has.
As soon as Pete gets duped by H.G. in 2.01: Time Will Tell, he understandably becomes very suspicious of H.G. and doesn't trust her at all from that point forward. Yet, time and time again, he refrains from acting on his "vibes" or creating animosity over H.G.
Pete: Oh man, Myka's gonna be grounded forever
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only because he recognizes H.G.'s importance to Myka.
In 2.09: Vendetta, when Artie and Pete find out that Myka has been in contact with H.G., Pete whines disappointedly, "Man, you've been talking to H.G.?" Even though Pete's bothered by Myka's admission, Artie is furious, and Pete, being the good bro he is, jumps in and distracts Artie from coming down too hard on Myka. When Pete discovers H.G. stalking Myka in Russia, he greets her with a Tesla pointed her way, but momentarily calls a cease fire if H.G. can help them locate Artie. When Myka approaches, she takes it a step further and tells H.G. that they need her help on the case. Pete, stunned by Myka's |
unauthorized invitation, admonishes Myka for the offer, but is quickly dismissed. The women go on to flirt and interact in their own little world, much to Pete's annoyance, but he tolerates it merely because Myka allows it (or for fear of being massacred by the "two Mykas").
Once the team returns from Russia, Myka bursts through Artie's office door, yelling at him for turning H.G. over to the Regents. Pete, unusually quiet, is tagging along behind Myka, trying to calm her down, but she ignores him and continues to make her indignation with Artie known. When it is revealed that H.G. is reinstated, thanks in no small part to Myka, Pete is noticeably uncomfortable with the decision, but, again, he remains silent, in acquiescence to Myka's complete and utter belief in H.G.
When Artie voices his dissent with the decision and walks out, the camera focuses on Pete unhappily watching Myka run after Artie. He then turns and accusatorily stares at H.G., distrustful of her and knowing she's the root of the newfound problems in the Warehouse team. Still, he remains silent for Myka's sake.
When Artie voices his dissent with the decision and walks out, the camera focuses on Pete unhappily watching Myka run after Artie. He then turns and accusatorily stares at H.G., distrustful of her and knowing she's the root of the newfound problems in the Warehouse team. Still, he remains silent for Myka's sake.
Pete: Don't look at her. Avoid the lesbian pressure
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Pete: Yup, she's twitterpated
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Pete: So, Pyka's not going to happen, is it?
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At the end of 2.10: Where and When, as discussed above, Artie is looking for a way to offer an olive branch to Myka over their fight earlier in the episode. His solution: complimenting H.G. Artie knows this is the best way of ending the cold war that existed
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between him and Myka. Complimenting H.G. would never have worked with anyone else, and he would have never said this to H.G. herself, but as the show demonstrates, his inclination was right, resulting in one of the biggest smiles Myka's face may ever be capable of making.
After H.G.'s betrayal in 2.11: Buried, a dejected Myka asks Pete a question she already knows the answer to: "You had a lot of vibes about H.G., didn't you?" Pete, trying to prevent Myka from feeling worse than she already does, unconvincingly replies, "No...not really." Frustrated with his transparent lie to protect her feelings, Myka grunts out, "God, you're a terrible liar," as she very lesbian-ly marches towards the Warehouse. Pete explains, "Look, I trust your instincts, Mykes. We're partners...a team." This conversation confirms that Pete has consistently had suspicions regarding H.G.'s reasons for wanting to rejoin the Warehouse, but he held his tongue specifically because of his awareness of Myka's feelings towards her. |
Pete: If you want, I can pretend I never heard you come out
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When the ultimate showdown between the Warehouse and H.G. comes to a head towards the end of 2.12: Reset at Yellowstone, H.G. is on the precipice of using an armageddon-esque artifact, and the only thing standing in her way are Myka and Artie. When Artie is shot in the shoulder, he falls to the ground, but stays conscious and continues to talk to Myka, urging her: "Myka, talk to her, talk to her." Artie is perfectly capable of speaking to H.G., as evidenced by his actual conversation post-bullet wound as to the source of an artifact. He also later reminds Myka of the urgency of the situation, pushing her to persist with H.G. This is because Artie knows the only hope of stopping H.G. is through Myka. No one else knows H.G. well enough or is even capable of being able to get through to H.G. outside of Myka.
Artie's only attempt to deal with H.G. was to shoot her; this did not go so well for him. No, Artie's last resort was to use Myka's relationship with H.G. as a way to save the day. If everyone, including Myka, believed H.G.'s closeness with Myka pre-betrayal was just a fabrication to further H.G.'s ultimate evil plans, they would not have tried to have had Myka speak to H.G. If this were true, Myka's attempts to capitalize on their "relationship" would be meaningless, if not laughable, because she would be trying to take advantage of something that does not exist. Instead, Artie believed that something between Myka and H.G. was real, and Myka's success in convincing H.G. to stop herself proved the actuality of their connection. Unfortunately, though, at this point, they are both drowning in the damage caused by H.G.'s deception, so there is nothing to be done. H.G. goes to Regent prison and Myka leaves the Warehouse.
Artie's only attempt to deal with H.G. was to shoot her; this did not go so well for him. No, Artie's last resort was to use Myka's relationship with H.G. as a way to save the day. If everyone, including Myka, believed H.G.'s closeness with Myka pre-betrayal was just a fabrication to further H.G.'s ultimate evil plans, they would not have tried to have had Myka speak to H.G. If this were true, Myka's attempts to capitalize on their "relationship" would be meaningless, if not laughable, because she would be trying to take advantage of something that does not exist. Instead, Artie believed that something between Myka and H.G. was real, and Myka's success in convincing H.G. to stop herself proved the actuality of their connection. Unfortunately, though, at this point, they are both drowning in the damage caused by H.G.'s deception, so there is nothing to be done. H.G. goes to Regent prison and Myka leaves the Warehouse.
Artie: This is awkward. I gotta find a way out of this
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Mission "Hiding in Plain Sight": Accomplished
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In 3.01: The New Guy, we find out Myka has not returned, despite multiple efforts from everyone - Pete, Artie, Mrs. Frederic, etc. Myka eventually gets pulled into assisting on a case again, seemingly enjoying herself and appearing to miss being part of the Warehouse. Yet, even that mini-reunion is not enough. Without explanation, at the end of 3.01, Mrs. Frederic appears before Myka and tells her, "There's someone I want you to speak with," revealing a very subdued H.G. behind her. Myka begins to panic at the sight of her, frantically asking, Mrs. Frederic, "What...whe...why? Mrs. Frederic, why would you bring her here?" That's a very good question, which is not answered. Mrs. Frederic only responds, "She can't hurt you Myka. She can't hurt anyone, trust me. I'll leave you two alone." She then quickly turns and disappears.
This whole setup demonstrates that Mrs. Frederic firmly grasps the deep and complex relationship existing between Myka and H.G. For this to have even occurred, Mrs. Frederic had to have believed that H.G. was capable of doing something no one else could with Myka, that H.G. actually cared for Myka enough to be willing to do it (for the benefit of people who were currently
Mrs. F: Now, will you two stop drunk texting me about each other?
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imprisoning H.G., no less), and that, in the end, having H.G. speak to Myka (alone!) would be a good thing. Those are a lot of specific presumptions by Mrs. Frederic, and yet, she is proven correct. By the time H.G. is placed back in her holo-prison, Myka is already unsettled by her disappearance, and Mrs. Frederic reappears with a knowing look. Myka is now aware that Mrs. Frederic brought H.G. all the way to Colorado because Mrs. F believes that H.G. has a way with Myka that no one else does.
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suspicions about her and H.G.'s relationship, Myka still packs her bags and departs for Univille without hesitation. In episode 3.05: 3...2...1, when H.G. mentions that she may be partly responsible for Myka's return, the rest of the team doesn't even flinch. Whether they already know of H.G.'s role in Myka's return or not, their non-reaction reveals that there is an implicit understanding in the Warehouse that Myka and H.G. hold special places within themselves that belong only to the other.
Later in 3.05: 3...2...1, Pete's anger with H.G. boils over and Myka defuses the situation by placing H.G. back in the orb. In a telling exchange:
Later in 3.05: 3...2...1, Pete's anger with H.G. boils over and Myka defuses the situation by placing H.G. back in the orb. In a telling exchange:
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Pete furiously yells out, "That woman ruins everything!" Myka, gently: "Pete, I'm back." Pete: "Look, Myka, I just..." Myka, interrupting more forcefully: "No, I came back! Pete: "It still doesn't change the fact that...*sigh...Okay, I'm sorry." Myka: "Me too." |
Myka: Oh God, he's lost his damn mind
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What is left unsaid in this discussion between Myka and Pete is significant.
The fact that Pete is hostile towards H.G. is not surprising or unfair. H.G. did also betray Pete; she sent Lizzie Borden's compact to his girlfriend Kelly, knowing it would make her try and kill the one she loved (Pete); and even though Pete survived the attack by Kelly, the experience resulted in Kelly leaving Pete. Interestingly, though, those previously mentioned misdeeds do not appear to be the primary justifications behind Pete's animosity towards H.G.
Myka simply tells Pete, "I'm back." When he continues to try and rationalize his anger, she reasserts more firmly, "No, I came back!" Myka has surmised that the root of Pete's bitterness with H.G. is really his resentment towards her for causing Myka to leave the Warehouse, and consequently him. Pete's inability to finish his statements and eventual apology in the above conversation is a tacit admission that Myka's assessment is correct.
The fact that Pete is hostile towards H.G. is not surprising or unfair. H.G. did also betray Pete; she sent Lizzie Borden's compact to his girlfriend Kelly, knowing it would make her try and kill the one she loved (Pete); and even though Pete survived the attack by Kelly, the experience resulted in Kelly leaving Pete. Interestingly, though, those previously mentioned misdeeds do not appear to be the primary justifications behind Pete's animosity towards H.G.
Myka simply tells Pete, "I'm back." When he continues to try and rationalize his anger, she reasserts more firmly, "No, I came back!" Myka has surmised that the root of Pete's bitterness with H.G. is really his resentment towards her for causing Myka to leave the Warehouse, and consequently him. Pete's inability to finish his statements and eventual apology in the above conversation is a tacit admission that Myka's assessment is correct.
Myka: I won't apologize for her Earth-shattering skills in bed. I just won't
Pete knows that: 1) Myka left because of H.G.; 2) Myka came back because of H.G.; and 3) he ultimately was not a factor in either decision. No matter what he meant to her, Myka still left the Warehouse; and no matter how hard he tried to get her to return, she would not do it for him. Instead, the woman who lied to her, threatened to bring down the world, and who now sits in Regent prison, still has some inexplicable hold over his partner. Understandably, that drives him nuts and for most of season three, we see the fallout from Pete's realization that H.G.'s betrayal still did not change Myka's unbreakable bond with H.G. He doesn't want to be mad at Myka for this, so, he resorts to blaming H.G. for everything. By the end of 3.05, Pete manages to force out a "Good work out there" to H.G., solely due to Myka's prompting, but his demeanor towards her remains the same.
Pete: Why can't Myka just have a normal girlfriend?
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The next time we see H.G. is in episode 3.11: Emily Lake. Myka sees H.G./Emily Lake and tells Pete she wants to go speak with her. Pete yells at Myka to stop and wait for him, but he begins sprinting to find her while he says this. Pete knows Myka is not going to listen to him when it comes to H.G. She never does. Later, when they visit Emily's apartment, Pete continues to try and convince Myka that she's just falling for H.G.'s duplicity again and he seems frustrated that they are even wasting time on this. When the team is on their way back to the Warehouse, Pete |
comes up with an idea to stop Walter Sykes. Knowing his idea will be met with resistance, to say the least, he hesitantly brings up the topic by telling Myka, "I have a thought...about a way to protect the Warehouse, but you might not like it." Even though Claudia is present, Pete knows the obstacle to accomplishing what he wants to do is Myka and no one else. He introduces it by framing it in terms of one of Myka's main priorities - her job, keeping the Warehouse/world safe. Eventually, though, Pete has to spit out his proposition to Myka, and expectedly, she is not a fan.
As soon as Pete's idea is revealed, Claudia turns to look at Myka, knowing the implications of what Pete has just said will affect her the most. Even though Claudia is pro-H.G. and presumably against destroying the Janus coin, she remains silent and in the background, knowing this is Myka's battle to fight, not hers. Claudia eventually retrieves H.G., wanting her to have a chance to try and save her own life. When H.G. surprisingly agrees to sacrifice herself to protect the Warehouse, everyone turns again to focus on Myka, as she is the only person left who has not agreed to enact Pete's plan. For the most part, Pete and Claudia step out of the way, allowing H.G. to try and get through to Myka without their interference.
As soon as Pete's idea is revealed, Claudia turns to look at Myka, knowing the implications of what Pete has just said will affect her the most. Even though Claudia is pro-H.G. and presumably against destroying the Janus coin, she remains silent and in the background, knowing this is Myka's battle to fight, not hers. Claudia eventually retrieves H.G., wanting her to have a chance to try and save her own life. When H.G. surprisingly agrees to sacrifice herself to protect the Warehouse, everyone turns again to focus on Myka, as she is the only person left who has not agreed to enact Pete's plan. For the most part, Pete and Claudia step out of the way, allowing H.G. to try and get through to Myka without their interference.
Claudia: Uh oh, Pete's attacking the girlfriend
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Claudia: Oh look, a twig. Just gonna stare at it for an hour or so
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Claudia: Oh man, Myka's going to lose it any second
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Claudia: And yep, there she goes
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By 3.12: Stand, when H.G. and Myka reunite in the Ancient Regent Sanctum, Walter Sykes immediately picks up on the wicked vibes of love bouncing between Bering and Wells. Seeing that it may help him achieve his objective, he forces H.G. to put Myka in the chess lock chair, saying, "Now that there's somebody in the chair that you care about, maybe your memory will come back." In the end, this move by Sykes pays off, as H.G. does flashback to the solution after Myka orders her to calm down and save her life.
In the annual Christmas episode 3.13: The Greatest Gift, when an annoyed AU-Myka asks Pete why he keeps mentioning "H.G. Wells," Pete explains, "H.G. Wells is a woman. You guys are best pals. She gave you a grappler." Not only does Pete acknowledge that Myka and H.G. are "best pals," he even mentions the gift that H.G. privately gave her in episode 2.07: For the Team, showing he was made aware of it and understands how meaningful that sentiment by H.G. was to Myka.
In episode 4.01: A New Hope, when the surviving Warehouse 13 members reconvene to discuss the true magnitude of what has happened, they disagree about the use of MacPherson's watch that Artie possesses. A disillusioned Claudia frustratedly argues, "Who cares? Mrs. Frederic is dead. Steve is dead. H.G. is dead." As soon as H.G.'s name is mentioned, Myka cuts in harshly: "I know. I watched her die." Then in a softer tone, Myka continues, "But everyday people die. Sometimes it's people you care about and sometimes it's even people that we love." While Myka is saying this, you can hear a pin drop in the B&B. Everyone lets her finish her statement, and no one comments on the meaning behind it, as they all are aware that she's discussing H.G.
In the annual Christmas episode 3.13: The Greatest Gift, when an annoyed AU-Myka asks Pete why he keeps mentioning "H.G. Wells," Pete explains, "H.G. Wells is a woman. You guys are best pals. She gave you a grappler." Not only does Pete acknowledge that Myka and H.G. are "best pals," he even mentions the gift that H.G. privately gave her in episode 2.07: For the Team, showing he was made aware of it and understands how meaningful that sentiment by H.G. was to Myka.
In episode 4.01: A New Hope, when the surviving Warehouse 13 members reconvene to discuss the true magnitude of what has happened, they disagree about the use of MacPherson's watch that Artie possesses. A disillusioned Claudia frustratedly argues, "Who cares? Mrs. Frederic is dead. Steve is dead. H.G. is dead." As soon as H.G.'s name is mentioned, Myka cuts in harshly: "I know. I watched her die." Then in a softer tone, Myka continues, "But everyday people die. Sometimes it's people you care about and sometimes it's even people that we love." While Myka is saying this, you can hear a pin drop in the B&B. Everyone lets her finish her statement, and no one comments on the meaning behind it, as they all are aware that she's discussing H.G.
What in God's name compelled me to say H.G.'s name?
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That's it...just say "I'm in love with H.G." Come on...you can do it
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Oh God...here it comes. Myka's going to come out
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She came so close. Why can't they be canon?
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Episode 4.15: Instinct is one big episode full of moments that demonstrate the theme of this section. In particular, there is a constant effort by one Pete Lattimer to get the Hell out of Dodge when Myka and H.G. are together because he knows they have a lot to talk about and that he has absolutely zero to do with it.
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When Myka gets a call from H.G. at the beginning and says out loud, "Helena?" you can practically hear a record scratch playing in the scene, as the lively breakfast table suddenly falls silent. Pete, Claudia, and Steve freeze and just stare at Myka, knowing this phone call is very different than just a normal phone call, and that this is all about H.G. and Myka.
In Boone, Wisconsin, Pete stands as far away from H.G. and Myka as he can, without leaving the room. When they start off discussing non-artifact related issues, Pete stands there quietly, letting the two women hash it out between them. When Myka visits H.G.'s new home with Nate, Adelaide immediately calls H.G. and Myka out, observing that they are "dear old friend[s]" who had amazing adventures, just based off of their body language. I assume that is child-speak for "passionately in love soulmates who want to rip each other's clothes off." Either way, Adelaide can smell the gay from a mile away. Later, when Pete, Myka, H.G., and Nate are all at Nate's home, interestingly, Pete and Nate are paired off, while H.G. and Myka are having an intense conversation in the kitchen. Nate is upset about all of the new information coming out about H.G./"Emily," yet instead of H.G. and him talking about this, the men leave Bering and Wells to talk privately. So, Pete is then responsible for dealing with Nate and all of the questions Pete can't or doesn't want to answer about why "Emily" has been hiding her true identity. Pete repeatedly looks over at Myka and H.G. talking, but he makes no effort to interrupt them. |
Pete: Oh man, things are not going well over there
I can practically taste freedom...it's so close
Pete: It's going to be awkward when they kiss in front of us
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Myka and H.G.'s conversation ends when Nate finds out that Adelaide is being held hostage in exchange for an artifact. H.G. tries to speak to Nate, but he roughly walks past her, upset over all that has occurred. Realizing he's alone with Myka and H.G., Pete waits about a millisecond before almost sprinting out of the room, using the excuse that he was going to go talk to Nate...you know, that guy he knows nothing about and has no connection with.
Third Wheel Pete Knowing What's Up
Pete: This lesbian bomb is going to explode
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Pete: Play it cool. Relaxed speed walking
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Pete: Screw that. Get out of here, Lattimer!
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By the end of 4.15: instinct, it's just H.G., Myka, and Pete. The three of them have a very brief conversation, but it seems obvious that everyone is just waiting for Pete to leave Myka and H.G. alone. Knowing and wanting this as well, Pete hastily makes a joke and bolts into the awaiting car's driver seat. Even more awkwardly, the passenger side window is completely rolled down, so Pete just sits in the car, making nary a peep, while being able to hear the very intimate and emotional discussion between Bering and Wells. I presume he put his headphones in and daydreamed about wrestling and the Cleveland Browns.
Look at this unintentional creeper
Regardless of what Bering and Wells believe themselves to be, all of those around them clearly see the duo as something entirely unique and separate from the rest of them. They take their relationship into account when planning to deal with either of the ladies; they go out of their way to give them their own private moments; and if they want one of them to do something, they go to the other to try and use their relationship to further their goal. You'll notice that every time someone sought out Myka or H.G. to get the other to do something, it always worked. Artie got Myka to talk H.G. out of using the Minoan trident; Mrs. Frederic got H.G. to convince Myka to return to the Warehouse; and even Walter Sykes used Myka to make H.G. solve the chess lock. They are the key to each other in every way. When the time finally comes when Bering and Wells become official (on screen or off), it is apparent that the universal reaction from everyone will be, "Finally."