Elidibus's presence makes Hythloadeus straighten up slightly, and for a moment, when the man's attention is on the ambystoma, he closes his eyes, trying not to think about being drawn into Zodiark once again, with His heart right here.

But by the time he speaks, his expression is serene and easy, his eyes open and clear. He inclines his head.

"Elidibus. 'tis no disturbance, and I thank you for them - and greetings to you, in turn. Have you been well?"

The man deserves naught but his admiration and respect, and even after this time, affection, after all. Courtesy, certainly. He is not the youth that Azem went up to mischief with, and yet, he also isn't not.