"Really Mr. Reese, I thought it would be quite fitting for the "man in a suit" to infiltrate the Christmas party masquerading as Santa. And the beard certainly provides enough of a disguise that it is unlikely our Number will recognize you from your earlier encounter."
"I still don't like it."
"Well, I suppose you could be an elf. Though I believe that outfit includes curly toed shoes and a pair of green tights. "
"…I'm good with Santa"