Even though there was grumbling, they found themselves on the streets of Karl-Marx-Allee looking for a place to eat. Alec had asked who was Karl Marx and Liz had answered, giving an explanation that was succinct, but thorough somehow at the same time - she basically gave the same sort of answer she'd give to Michael who would stop listening after a minute or two.

"... Marx is typically cited as one of the principal architects of modern social science." She smiled as she finished.

Alec would never forget that now, but he didn't know how useful knowing about some guy and his way of thinking would help him stay alive back home.

"Why are you two so into all this history stuff anyways? What's the point of a museum? The only time I go to them back home is when I need some cash and there's something expensive on display."