Lion Head Mesa Sips froth from soft, warm joe

The guard gave logical answers to his question. He wasn't attracted to men, which Sayf thought was a shame, even if he had turned down his advances. And he had a wife, he had mentioned her the first time they had met. He only wanted to be with her in the way Sayf wanted to be with him. But the fellahin respected his answer, and wouldn't push him for more. 

He stared strangely at the mazoi as he spoke of the coyote being enough as just a friend. He was unsure how to feel about the words, mostly because he never felt like enough to anyone, no matter how many times he gave them whatever they wanted. 

The fellahin finally looked away and down at the water lapping at his upper arms. He nodded after a moment. Okay, he said. 

Does something weigh on your mind today? Is that why you are in need of the company of a friend? Sayf would listen if that was what he needed.