Far Out!

What Herb Did While Scarlet Was at Villain-Con

Played her commercial on loop on every television in the fortress.

Invited all their villain friends who weren't at Villain-Con to watch Scarlet's commercial with him, marathon-style.

Cleaned the lab and then immediately started work on a new invention, which is why there's clutter and blueprints all over the place after Scarlet returns.

Daydreamed about Scarlet wearing the crown as Queen of England since she was probably too busy to do it herself.

Spent five hours shopping to pick out just the right card to give her at their reunion.

Spent the next five hours composing the perfect message (putting Shakespeare to shame in the process).

Rehearsed his "A little bird" routine in front of the mirror until he achieved the perfect air of mystery.

Moped around a bit because he missed her so badly, the poor dear.

Cooked homemade soup and ate it.

Stayed up as late as he wanted.

Planned a romantic evening for her first night back. The treats included a bubble bath, a scented-oil massage, petals sprinkled throughout their bedroom suite, candles, and everything else one would imagine he'd have on hand to give her pleasure.

Crossed off each day on the calendar until she came back. Drew a sad face on the date of her departure. Drew a happy face on the day marking the date of her return.

Watched Villain-Con coverage on the VNC. Grinned uncontrollably and murmured, "I love you, babe!" every time Scarlet appeared.