Ace, on the other hand, didn't consider Cid to be a proper candidate for caretaking duties of any kind, given the man's short temper - but such seemed to be the trend among those in the lead, which was something he'd already taken note of during his academy days. Though animals had their ways in swaying the hardest hearts, one had first to deserve their kindness... but perhaps, just perhaps, he could grow to be more lenient about his personal rules.

"This isn't how I tend to spend my evenings, I have to admit." The cadet inclined his head in a polite nod before taking a seat. He was quick to refuse any drinks, but the mention of snacks had his eyes sweep over to the other end of the counter, where someone else was currently busy digging into the contents of their bowl. It hadn't been his reason for coming there, but he was slowly beginning to see the appeal of getting some food.

"I'll pass on drinking, thanks. But maybe...." There was still some hesitation on his part as he spoke. "Something to eat sounds good. I'm not picky, so I'll gladly go with whatever you would recommend."