"Call me crazy, but I'd like to know something about the thief who's taking things from my garden. Helps me sleep at night." He figured she wouldn't respond well to him saying I want to help you, be your friend. But if she asked again, that would be the answer he gave her. "They've got knives. One a gun. Just be safe if you're gonna hang out here. Staying in town during the day would probably significantly reduce them doing anything to you though." He pointed out, looking back at the garden. "How are they?" He pointed to the cucumber in her hand. "I haven't tried any yet. I've been away."