I think there’s a possibility it ends up that way. I think Fox want 8, Gillian would agree for 6, and David could do 2 on his own. I could live with that, if they’re good and we get some closure.
But I don’t think he would agree to do more than 2 without her, and clearly not a full season without her. He knows there’s no XF without Scully, and I think a big part of the thrill to do it again is to work with Gillian again. His interest would decrease a lot if she’s not here.