[center][h2]Cid[/h2][/center]

The old priest gave an amused huff as he politely turned away as Miina began to change clothes. 

[b]"Really now,"[/b] He chided in jest, setting his broom aside. [b]"Youth these days."[/b] Cid chortled, waiting patiently for Miina to give any indication of being done before turning around. 

[b]"At least you won't catch cold now, being out of those waterlogged robes. The hat was an inspired touch, though. In any case,"[/b] He glanced to the side, where Izayoi and Rudolf had entered, conversing. [b]"It seems your companions have caught up with you. How have you all fared since leaving the temple? I admit, it was touch-and-go on my end for a moment. Ifrit remains...rather unhappy about the whole affair. I admit, neither of us anticipated that armored monstrosity to be able to give him such a sound thrashing."[/b]

[b]"And what did cause all this wetness to begin with? Took a dip in the harbor, did we?"[/b] He gave an indulgent smile, like a teasing grandfather.