[It makes sense, even if being alone right now definitely leaves him feeling a bit on edge. If they were to go together, the likelihood of them being seen goes up. The likelihood of this getting messy goes up even more.

Basil wants nothing more than for this to be easy, for Max, even though he knows it's not possible for it to be.]

I'll stay right near the park entrance. If you need help...I'll be able to hear you if you call for me, like this.