Well...it's not really that other demons hate humans, so much as that they see them as weak and worthless. A lot of devils have the attitude that if you can take something from someone, they deserve to lose it. And on top of that, human flesh is a pretty popular food among demons...though I've always preferred, uh...softer meats.

But I think of strength a little differently. I consider human determination and creativity a lot more valuable than raw power. Sure, you guys are weaker and more fragile than demons, but you still manage to do amazing things. You band together and trust each other in ways demons never even think of, and most humans show real courage when things go bad instead of just doing whatever leaves you most likely to survive.

[His smile has become more genuine, real affection for the culture he's describing clear in his voice and body language.]

You live short lives, but maybe that's why you're always moving forward. When demons keep to ourselves, we stagnate. The underworld doesn't have anything like the technology here, because most devils are happy to keep the status quo as long as it means they get to keep their own power. The next generation isn't even a concern...but humans always seem to be thinking about tomorrow, and how to make it better.

Humanity is so much more progressive and compassionate than demonkind, and I guess...I just find it fascinating.