[He...thought he'd have to argue harder. The relief washing over him is as evident as all his usual delight, and he holds onto the balcony rail a bit, just in case. Alfyn is overcome. It's not that unusual.]

Really? Shucks, that's great to hear, Nines. Er, uh, Ebegeezer?

[He looks down at the party again and rubs his chin.]

If you wanted, for the sake of the story, I'd help you out with a different kind of prank, though. Nothin' too serious! But something the likes of what you were looking for during the school scene. [He shrugs, open-armed.] Can't take away all the fun, or I wouldn't be a great Christmas Spirit.