Running a hand through his hair, he pulled out his wallet. He counted out several glass coins and put them on the table. "I, uh, I ought to go. This ought to cover the drinks--mine and yours--and my portion of the meal, which I thoroughly enjoyed." He started to stand up, then paused. "I, uh.....I hope we can do this again sometime. I enjoyed your company." His tone was sincere, and hopeful.
Masozi stood up in earnest and gave a little bow. "See you this afternoon," he said, then headed for the door and back to the house he shared with Kasmai, Cari, Cosme, and Citlali. He was going to need a long nap to sleep off all this alcohol. He paused at the pub door to chance a last glance at Coracias. He really did like her.
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