By the time the mermaid had appeared, Reimu was rather annoyed at how long she had been waiting.  The eventual appearance of her "host" did little to comfort her, as it was clear she knew Reimu was here and weren't willing to approach her.  Still, she did her best to be cordial.  "Greetings, mistress of the waves," she began, hoping the title would seem appropriate to the mermaid, "I do indeed bring a tribute.  A bounty of gems for an audience with you and your kind, and even more beyond that, should I find what I seek."