"Well, I figured I ought to at least let him finish that crossword he's been working on. I mean, it's been four years, he's bound to get 38 Down eventually."
You know, now that you mention it, I can completely see Chase working on the same crossword, hoping against hope that is mental repertoire magically grew overnight.

Also, there were a ton of other amusing House-ism that kept a foolish grin on my face throughout reading the entire thing. Especiall "By George," which brings to mind comedian!Hugh a la Blackadder.