Gabriel knew what had happened before Dal looked back at him. Cellphones hadn't really been a thing back in Mexico but landlines had. And he'd always known that look on his mother's face. She didn't want to turn down money but she also wanted to spend time with him. He smiled at Dal in understanding then shook his head.

"It's alright, Dal. Honestly I'm glad I get to talk with you. I've been enjoying getting to know you and you get to know me too."