The sound of cruel laughter filtered down the new illusory hall.

Alfredo looks dubious.

"Not all doctors are like Professor Casella," he begins - only to stop, blink, and shake his head more furtively.

"And I don't like the look of those needles."

The man looks to be holding them properly - but the stick part of the needle is plainly visible, and sharp.

"Could we trip him? Or just try running through him?"