"Wha?" It takes a second for things to click. "Oh. Oh niña..."

Ay, he is a fool sometimes, isn't he? He turns closer to the door, hoping that will make his voice easier to hear, easier to reach.

"No, no it doesn't mean that. I didn't realize you were asking about me. I'm an adult, see, and most kids usually just make friends with other kids. But... that doesn't mean we can't be. I like you. And I guess you like me. And we spend time with each other so, if you really want, then we can be friends. Would you like that, Reira?"