...was something wrong with his throat? Cian watched him a moment then saw the gesture. Looking to the sand near him, he then looked back. The other didn't...seem bad? After a moment of hesitation, he gave a quick little nod then darted behind the rock again. This time to sit down in those shadows so he could watch while the stranger came to sit with him.

He could always just run if it was dangerous. Yeah. He could do that.