Jack leapt back a little in surprise, even though he wasn't near in range to get hit. "Whoa there!" A bright laugh, and he is quick to smile forgivingly. He gives himself an exaggerated look over. "Um. Nope, same number of fingers I had a minute ago. I'm all good."

Jack deepens the smile, giving the new stranger an intentional flash of the dimples. "You're a newcomer, hunh? Still giving the jobs a try out?"