Captain Stottlemeyer: Natalie, where is Monk?
Natalie: Change of plans. Uh, it was a last-minute thing, but Mr. Monk joined the cult.
Captain Stottlemeyer: He what?
Natalie: I couldn't help it. They wanted him.
Captain Stottlemeyer: Of course they wanted him, Natalie. He's like play-doh to them.
Natalie: No, no, no. He seemed okay. He waved like he was okay as he got into the van. He did.
Captain Stottlemeyer: He waved? Come here, Natalie. Look at this guy. Eighteen months ago, he was teaching at M.I.T. He was considered a genius. Now he's a complete basket case. Can you imagine what they're doing to Monk?
Natalie: Don't underestimate Mr. Monk. He's a lot stronger than you think.