[And naturally, Lorenz is peeved about being manhandled around again, even if it's to stop him from tipping over into someone - it's like wrapping an arm around a coat rack with an attitude, the way he goes rigid automatically when Sylvain pulls him.

The coat rack sputters, indignant. Who said anything!! About enjoying it!!!!]

That is the justification of a rake and a swindler, I'll have you know. I humbly suggest- [lol. as if] you avoid this nasty trick in the future. Unless you aim to face an even greater number of angry companions than usual.