Merlin smiles, shaking the offered hand. He's a bit reluctant to give his name, he's quickly learned that people get a bit awe-struck when they learn who he is. Or they accuse him of lying. It's nice to just speak casually with someone. "I'd expect so! I, uh-- I'm Merlin." He says it a bit quickly, with a sheepish sort of grin. Please don't freak out.