One time I posed as a street performer hired to entertain at the house party of a very conservative gentleman. The lady that hired me agreed that, my needing a place to stay that night, would create an awkward situation for her friend. It was very difficult for him to be nice, while saying “no”, despite my efforts to calm him down by saying things like: I wouldn’t be a problem; I would sleep on the floor; and I would not even use the bathroom. I eventually got paid and left, he had a few much needed beverages, many laughs with his friends, and a memory he’ll cherish for a long time.
Rick Patton(The Practical Joker)