"Bartending takes a great deal of skill, it is an admirable profession." Malik replied, offering a faint grin. "If Altair does not want to learn from you, I would."

Malik's expression softens, though he's careful to keep it away from pity. "I think, if you consider him your friend then he likely considers you one as well. Some friendships are made on the basis of both being able to bother one another in a particular way and mutual respect. I am sure he misses you."