I focused as best I could as we got down to work, discussing and arguing over the numbers and findings for the next several hours. Despite the complexity of the project, I was enjoying myself. I felt like I was contributing something, and it helped that I was working right alongside Marc.
“Llewellyn.”
I looked up at him and blinked. “Huh?”
Marc smiled and took the pen out of my hand. “Take a break, dude. We’re ahead of schedule, and I’m hungry.”
“Oh.” I had become so involved, I didn’t even realize I hadn’t eaten since arriving that morning. “Okay. Well, you go ahead. I’ve got some breakfast bars to tide me over.”
Marc shook his head. “Come on, now. You need to eat more than that, build up your energy. My treat?” And his smile sealed the deal.
“Well, if you insist.”
He laughed and c
