[Grinning, Jacky gives the kid a proper brace and salute.]

Allo! Jacky, Jacky Faber at your service! And aye, it's a bit strange, but honestly, I think it's a good way to get someone's measure.

[Granted, she's mainly saying that because she can sing, and thus might be placing undue importance on that fact. But still, watching how the new hands react--whether they got drunk, jumped immediately on stage, or hid in the crow--could honestly tell you quite a lot. It wasn't as nonsensical as it appeared.]