That does make things more complicated and in this scenario there likely isn't a correct choice. I hope you can get some clarity on it while you are here so you can make the choice that you will be able to live with. It might not be the one that is best for all, but it comes down to whether there is one that you won't regret.

[Which might be impossible. He might regret it no matter what choice he makes depending on the situation. That is why politics are his least favorite thing.

He grins about the croquet ball theft though.]

Then do so! No one says you have to give it back. It might come in useful.