There's exactly zero chance that Teren is going to listen to some idiot stranger who says he's got a bright idea and wants volunteers, but that doesn't mean she won't absolutely watch this shitshow unfold. Having noticed the man dragging his contraptions up to the top, she's standing below with her arms folded, wondering how big of a stain he'll make on the cobblestones.
She could try to prevent this, but it's none of her business if a fool's already made up his mind.
If he were aware of the audience—the audience’s skepticism, especially—he would be sure to wave cheerfully as he passed. As it is, he glides overhead without paying her much attention, focused on tightening a strap mid-air, and disappears over the wall.
down below
She could try to prevent this, but it's none of her business if a fool's already made up his mind.
no subject
no subject
....
"shit."
She goes about her day, a little disappointed.