The Hunt has indeed helped them, and it's a large part of why he will likely never advocate any action against them that's too pre-emptive.

"They've shown they're not completely against helping us if they think it's to their benefit, and I do think that if we could get them to cooperate, they would be useful allies against the green-eyed spirits, which are a common enemy. But situations change," he says, trying not to sound too resigned. He's hopeful, but he wouldn't go so far as to say he's actually optimistic.

"If you make any progress with the spirits, let me know," he then says as he snaps his fingers again and the sounds of the market around them flood back in. That's enough of plotting the potential demise of people they share this world with. Unpleasant business.