[ Getting someone else to fabricate designs wasn't the most difficult task, and he quite liked these. The Society was very clear that they didn't really want him doing particularly magical or villainous things without a costume, unless he wanted to be fully public. ]

Regardless, they are beautiful. I may have a need of your mind at some point.

[ As to joining or not, he can understand the hesitance when there's a family history. ]

I certainly know about things looking great until they suddenly don't. Found myself an official of the empire at 16. Found out I didn't like murdering people. Was told no one ever left without being murdered themselves. Turns out they were wrong; I got out and wreaked havoc. I feel like I can probably do it again. Though I've been told I'm prone to gambler's fallacy, but alas, haven't learned my lesson.

[ What he means is, I respect your decision. ]

Regardless of your decision, I hope you'll keep in touch, and maybe send me a text next time you need a drawing partner.