Letting them nip at your ankles is 'under control'. Got it.
[He straightens up, bends his legs, and jumps from the pillar. The sheer cape at his shoulders fans out in a way a normal cape wouldn't, taking on the appearance of great shimmery moth wings that are only a little bit dulled down by the rain. At least this means that he falls more slowly, so when he lands it isn't with another big splash. Partially this is because he's standing on top of the water, showing absolutely no sign that he has to think much to do so.]
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[He straightens up, bends his legs, and jumps from the pillar. The sheer cape at his shoulders fans out in a way a normal cape wouldn't, taking on the appearance of great shimmery moth wings that are only a little bit dulled down by the rain. At least this means that he falls more slowly, so when he lands it isn't with another big splash. Partially this is because he's standing on top of the water, showing absolutely no sign that he has to think much to do so.]
That was just a warning shot. They'll be back.