[ What might be completely obvious to the merchant throws Frederick for a loop completely, and he jerks his head backwards in surprise, spluttering. ]

Intended effect?

[ The disbelief in his voice is clear as day. ]

Are you not aware how boorish it is to perform such tricks on someone without their permission? How much suffering and chaos you could have caused?

[ To which the merchant replies with a carefree wave of his hands: ]

Maybe, but it's all in good fun. Loosen up a little, will ya? [ To Allura: ] You're having fun, right?