[And at that, he almost (almost) ends up wearing something vaguely akin to what might be a smile, because this guy has just proved that he is either:

1) completely serious
2) batshit insane
3) 100% on board for playing along with whatever shit Rudy might throw at him

and no matter which of those it is, this is going to be entertaining.]

Your Majesty. I see now that it is understandable I did not recognize you, on the grounds that your appearance as pertaining to your renowned identity was naturally kept from me for matters of national security.