"Oh, Emet-Selch, don't be so hostile." Hythlodaeus is looking up at Cid with a bright smile, and there's obvious curiosity in his eyes. The way he speaks with Emet-Selch is playful and fond, and he shoots him a brief smirk before turning his attention back to Cid.

"Is this another friend of yours? My, you have so many!" He leans forward, gesturing to the seat beside him. "Come, sit! To whom do I have the pleasure of speaking with?"