There is a loud dramatic sigh from Emet-Selch - or should it be 'Hades' in his friend's presence? "Oh...fine." The exasperation is more of a quiet acceptance than reluctance to do what he's been asked. How could he refuse after saying something like that?

So he leans in and wraps both arms tightly around Hythlodaeus, squeezing him with all the intention of not letting him go. He may have frowned and huffed but feeling the warmth of his dear friend brings the faintest of smiles to his face.

How long ago was it that he had told his fellow Kenoma that he longed to hold his friend in his arms once more?