It didn't take long for Declan to consider people friends, it was just the way he thought. He liked to see the good in people, and Ana was a golden person underneath. He could see it and liked her for it. Plus she was sweet, friendly and helpful. What wasn't to like?
Although her answer wasn't what he'd hoped for, it was what he'd expected. "Fair enough. Ye've given me a fair bit t' think on. I'd best not push me brain too hard." Standing with a smile, Declan moved to the door. "Would ye be wanting me t' grab the rest of ye're bags for ye?"