When her report was viewed skeptically, MacTaggert's next objective was to locate an expert on human genetic mutation - newly-honored and celebrating Professor Charles Xavier.A boring speech was being presented at a microphone by a stereotypical, pompous Establishment figure.The two grandchildren were cornered in the kitchen by a pair of raptors, and were able to lock one in a freezer.Crews.Tina asked Nick about the no-show birthday boy, Michael, and what he looked like -- when he showed her a picture, she said worryingly: "I hink he's dead, Nick.When McCloud inquired about speaking to the owner Mr.Temple, he was told: "He ain't here.Hotel is closed." When McCloud strolled into the adjacent bar to order a beer, where two men and a female customer were listening to a live horse-race radio broadcast, he was again old: "The bar is closed.