"I've been told there are openings in the kitchens and the garden. I can ask about the infirmary." Spike didn't really care where Elphaba worked. He figured it'd give her the same amount of responsibility. And maybe some socializing too. Or something.

"At least once a week, you've got to talk to someone you don't know, or don't know very well. And I mean have a real conversation, just saying hello doesn't count."