Say, Toya. How would you react if you saw that I was hiding in a side alley and jumped out to try and scare you?

Well...

I'd probably decide whether or not to act startled.

Oh, wonderful! And?

(I knew Toya would be willing to play along.)

Please allow me to run a quick thought experiment to see whether or not I'd actually act startled during such a situation.

A thought experiment...?

Yes. First, the case where I don't act startled. I'd probably apologize to you for not reacting the way you were expecting because I'd already seen your clothes.

Next, the case where I do act startled. For better or worse, it'll put my acting skills to the test...

If only I were a talented actor, like Tsukasa... Alas, can a person like me who's experienced so little in life put on a performance that feels real...?

Haha... Um, Toya...

I'm really sorry for asking you such a silly question...