I already work here, [ Strange explains, with a little shrug. ] The price is different when you're employed than when you're a visitor.

[ After all, the carnival had moments when they weren't performing. There were quiet times here and there when Strange could cheat at carnival games and be a nuisance to the smoke spirits. Though, he realizes he hasn't answered the first part of her question: Strange smiles an ironic little smile as he continues talking. ]

And I cheat to see if I can. To properly cheat at something like this is harder than expected. I want to challenge myself.