He was in the forest, which was filled with corrupted gems. Yet because he had a gem himself, and had Connie and lion with him, he felt safe. At least, safe enough to be relaxed and playing around with Connie while lion sleeps on a big rock. But he still noticed you and went over to you

"Hey! It's not that safe in the middle of the forest, what are you doing out here?"

he asked kindly with a warm smile