[ In a way. He won't complain if all this goes unnoticed—but his plan does not revolve around not being caught. The only thing he cares about is that the Cities don't know where he went or why, something that's simpler to ensure if he occupies their attention. They'll want someone to question and blame; he imagines he'll suffice. ]
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They know.
And I'm counting on it.
[ In a way. He won't complain if all this goes unnoticed—but his plan does not revolve around not being caught. The only thing he cares about is that the Cities don't know where he went or why, something that's simpler to ensure if he occupies their attention. They'll want someone to question and blame; he imagines he'll suffice. ]