[A slight flinch at the reaction - no matter how many times he sees people do it, he will never really grow used to those screams. He is tempted to groan, or give a disappointed expression, but the stumbling distracts him enough to reach out and grip his arm gently to prevent a fall. And of course, he answers when he finally speaks.]
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Heh, h-hello. ... Do... d-do I, know you?