[HIS PRIORITIES NEED SOME HELP. Actually, Elliot in general probably needs some help. That's a conclusion Kaoru came to a long time ago and he still has no actual intention of helping the poor guy out though, since it's pretty dang amusing as long as the target is someone or somewhere else.

The smile presented is patient and kind, at least. Like a schoolteacher having to deal with a particularly obstinate and rambunctious child, maybe...]

Markets have always worked in this way, sir. Rather than acclimatization, it's already the status quo in quite a number of worlds. The shoppers who go through these places are aware of the fact that unrealistic claims will be made, as well... In an attempt to sell their wares, exaggerations are common, after all. [A beat, and then:] Do you not often go to marketplaces?

[callin him out on being a DUMB SHELTERED RICH KID.]