Now that both "religious pressure" and "secular pressure" can be dealt with, the remaining issues are simply not worth mentioning.
A bit of infamy, to Wizard Nemiah who's been wanted for years, is certainly no big deal.
"Robert, Nemiah's point isn't entirely without merit. If we can keep this a secret, so be it, but if it leaks, you'll be the one to carry the can!
Of course, you could consider diverting this disaster eastward and throw the trouble Marshal Hudson's way. He's got the broad shoulders to take it.
Still, this would indeed be a great risk. If things go south, you might be whisked away by a Dragon dropping from the sky or by some bear as a snack..."
No sooner had the Necromancer finished speaking than he immediately garnered support from everyone. It was clear it was a joke, but there was nothing funny about this joke.