In the trenches...
"Well I have to say guys there were points during this project that I didn't think we'd ever complete it" said Markus with a grin on his face. The rest of the team all smiled, including Klaus.

"It wasn't the easiest thing we've ever done," started John, "but it sure has helped us out in so many ways." Markus grinned, "Well ya big bunch of gits, hows about we head off early today and take a trip to the pub. First round is on me."

The room roared with shouts and cheers as they began to file out of the room, gather their things and head towards the Dog and Duck.

* * *

The team had been in the pub for well over two hours and several of Tamagoyaki Inc's were beginning to feel the effects of the consumption of alcohol. Martha and John had broken away from the rest of the pack and were sat on a table on their own. It hadn't been intentional, but their conversation hadn't seemed to fit with the rest of the team.

"Thanks for all the help John," started Martha, "You've been really good to me."

"Hey! I'm just glad you're on my team." he replied. "We certainly couldn't have done it without you."

At that point the effects of the alchopop were too much for Martha. Her cheeks began to flush a bright shade of red, and in a totally out of character manouver she leant across the table and kissed John.

The rest of the team caught a glimpse of the events taking place in the isolated environment and cheered loudly.

"Geee, it's about time," jeered Klaus.