This isn't fate. It's simply an unnecessary diversion.

And you'd better not even start with him, Elidibus, or he'll tie you upside down by your shoe laces.

Emet will be fine with most of the rest, however, as long as the boys observe Quiet Hours (stern look). And also thank the star Emet has something of a sense of humor. Add in a little dragon-soul influence and he might even start teasing back.