Did that mean joining the Empire had not been part of his mission? What kind of opportunity? Hopefully one to further support the Ascendancy, but...

"I cannot say. My apologies." His own mission was still classified.

"Once the skin heals." The scalp wound was likely small and already sealed, but the blaster burn was more of a problem. "Unless the skin can be reliably hidden from the humans, I should remain injured for now."

It hurt, but he could withstand it. He had more reason to, knowing who was watching him.