"Precisely." Spock can tell that Kirk is interested and engaged in a way he normally is not even without him saying so and that too is fascinating. He watches the human quietly for a moment, as the explanation of the work and the resultant headache is of note despite his apparent flippant nature about it.

Spock is familiar with the sensation. It is satisfying.

"I would find it a gratifying activity to set configurations for you to solve should you also desire to continue. I am aware that many of the courses are not as engaging as one would hope for both of us."