Paraphrasing this passage, Pretty soon it was plain that something had got to be done. I suggested cigars, Thompson thought it was a good idea.(1) The smell was so bad Thompson thought it would be a good idea to move the box (2) It was clear something had to be done to mask the smell, so I suggested cigar smoke, and he agreed. (3) It was clear we both needed a break to smoke a cigar.
Before long, it became evident that action needed to be taken. I proposed smoking cigars to mask the smell, and Thompson agreed. (1) The odor was unbearable for Thompson, prompting him to suggest relocating the box. (2) Recognizing the need to address the issue, I recommended smoking cigars for a temporary solution, which Thompson agreed with. (3) It was apparent that both of us needed a break to smoke cigars.
