I began to focus on my research and found it necessary to speak with Joseph. I convinced him to collaborate with me on the project. It took some time, but I accomplished it. Fernando is still unaware, and I'm uncertain how to inform him without causing unnecessary drama.
I was engrossed in my computer when Fernando entered the room.
"You didn't come down for dinner," he noted.
"I'm not hungry," I replied.
"Can you take a break for a second?"
I glanced up at him and noticed he was carrying a tray with a sandwich.
"I really don't feel like eating," I insisted.
"But you need to eat at least a little. I know you don't want to step away from your work, but you have to nourish yourself," he insisted.
"Fine. Just leave it there," I pointed behind the computer.
"No, you're going to eat it
