"I can't say I've learned all about it, but I find the technology here fascinating. As much as I might prefer to be in my own city, there are certain benefits to being here, as well."

Meeting her has been one such benefit. Getting to work on his own engineering ideas rather than slog through paperwork has been another. "I've also considered going into business with a man I know here, but that has, for the most part, been idle discussion."