Rey is right on the money. Firo's mouth flattens into a line, and he eyes her seriously. Though this may be a point they should address. "We already went over how she hasn't told you to buzz off, right? Not that that's always a perfect way to tell... But you could ask."

Firo's not so blind as to think that a woman would just feel safe telling someone to leave her alone. That's why he prefers to treat them like land mines and keep his distance. That's a surefire way to be respectful!

"And as for how, it depends on the person. My friend Keith'd be happy if you just left him alone to spend time with his wife Katie, but my friend Berga'd probably die if you left him alone with Kalia."