Emet-Selch shifts his gaze to the boy. The statement is... funny, in a way. So much so that the corner of his mouth tugs back into the slightest smile at hearing such optimism.

People often focus on their own lives without consideration for those around them. As long as their own lives can continue with as little inconvenience as possible, then why lift a finger for the sake of altruism?

"I gather the natives have not welcomed your help with open arms?"