[ It hangs awkwardly in the air, and Hector wonders if he said something wrong. Maybe he shouldn't be prying into their personal business. Whatever they do is up to them. And how he feels about it? Is his own problem.

Hector downs the last of his wine, then places it on the counter with an audible thunk. ]

Right. [ He doesn't look at Fai. ] I should check out the rest of the carnival. I don't want to drink your bar dry when you've just opened.

[ He flashes a smile before sliding from his stool and offers a little wave as he steps back. ] See ya 'round, Fai. Thanks for the invite.