Sorry, people. No joke here. Sometimes it's just plot development and character information. I wish I was funnier.
Here are some replies to comments on the last page:
Doctor Shadow - I'm glad some people still connected the dots for this gag. I know my update schedule doesn't make it easy. Loud_G - Thanks! reaper89 - Makes you wonder if it's worth it, doesn't it? Erk - Luckily ninjas have more common sense than teenagers on deviantArt. Donovan - If Alec had telepathy I'm sure he would have broken Tadashi's nose well in advance for the things Tadashi thinks. :) BlueBeacon - The very best in health care! magicalmisfits - That's basically Tadashi's character right there... a smart letch. Mutation - ...AND break your nose. Worth the cost? You decide. taltamir - It's true. That's what it's like for people who want things they can't have. EnigmaMan - Thank you! I really should update the cast page though. Something is in the works. treebobber - Thanks! Hoolo - Let's hope not! Zang One - Thank you!
Alec is probably squinted in the last panel to avoid the "Cute Puppy Eyes" that normally would convince him to follow Brooke's wishes. In truth he probably just doesn't want to put her in danger.