"I understand." And he does. It's not like he's not used to working on a timetable, even an unknown one. But at least now he knows whatever ADI is doing, they're not going to maliciously cancel out the illusions of someone who wants to leave.

The dismissal is clear; he stands up, nodding. "Thank you. Do you - if you ever need anything. If you need help leaving ADI. I'll do what I can."