I don't think it's mean to have help! In fact, I think it's the opposite. It's better to accept help from others, then there's less of a chance that something could go wrong. And wouldn't that be bad? If something went wrong and your friends here were left worried about you? [ In a way it was somewhat impressive how determined he was to handle things on his own. At the same time she really didn't want to see anything happen to him. ]

That doesn't sound like the worst plan really, as long as you're certain you won't get caught.