Syrlya perks up as he sees Strange approach, leaning off the pole with a smile in return. "Hello, Strange! Yes, I found something worth pursing among this, so long as it does not conflict with my duties... I shall be spending a year and a day here."

Saying it sounds like forever, but honestly he doesn't have better options right now. With a little evidence that the time-bending properties of the carnival are true, he's fairly confident about his stay.