[ Hector just watches Fai close up much in the same way he himself does, and he smiles.

It's too late for that, because he's already decided he's going to. It's not a waste of energy if he wants to do it.

He just chuckles in response as he places his wine glass down, opting not to rattle the locks now that they're shut. ]

...I appreciate the help, Fai. I feel better now.

[ He stands, stretches lightly. ]

I'm not going back to that city, but I'm heading out anyway. You're welcome to come if you want.