Jacob probably should've known that was going to backfire miserably, and honestly, Tadgh's shaking his head a little. He's not going to SAY anything, but, he probably doesn't need to anymore.
"Eejit." He mutters, "Now you've gone and terrified him. Don't worry." He adds for Balthier's benefit, "The initiation's always brilliant.. Best nights of my life, including mine"