That would be a terrible shame. I've come to look forward to our lunches.
[Their other activities, as well— even just passing chats in the corridors. All else aside, it's been a long, long while since he's enjoyed such warm comradery with any of his colleagues, save Tara— and she was more family than fellow academic, at this venture.
He leans against the bar once more, his chin resting in his hand as his smile pulls a touch wider. Though he's had less to drink than that first night, he can feel it working more keenly this time— perhaps because he's so overworked and worn thin to begin with.]
You've been after my health well enough, at least. Admittedly, the reminders to eat properly have been helpful, if not something I'd ever thought I'd need.
[He enjoys good food far too much for that, usually, though he's been known to miss a meal or two due to a good hyperfixation.]
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[Their other activities, as well— even just passing chats in the corridors. All else aside, it's been a long, long while since he's enjoyed such warm comradery with any of his colleagues, save Tara— and she was more family than fellow academic, at this venture.
He leans against the bar once more, his chin resting in his hand as his smile pulls a touch wider. Though he's had less to drink than that first night, he can feel it working more keenly this time— perhaps because he's so overworked and worn thin to begin with.]
You've been after my health well enough, at least. Admittedly, the reminders to eat properly have been helpful, if not something I'd ever thought I'd need.
[He enjoys good food far too much for that, usually, though he's been known to miss a meal or two due to a good hyperfixation.]