For what it's worth Hythlodaeus listens rather intently, surprised but not unpleased to hear of his fellow Ancient's life. A lonely man made lonelier through betrayal and loss- it's a terribly sad story, and he squeezes Lahabrea's hand and smiles softly.

"Would that I could have gotten to know you better back on Etheirys. Alas, there is little use in regretting what we cannot change. Instead, pray consider me your friend from here on. You are a remarkable man, 'tis true, but I am sure you make a remarkable friend as well."

Perhaps they were not destined to be particularly close back home, but here... who is to say they can't be? He shouldn't even be alive, it's true, but given this extra time who is Hythlodaeus to turn his nose up at new friendships and adventures?

"Perhaps you and I could rope Emet-Selch and perhaps a few others into a night of revelry. It will be fun!"