I simply don't care what the perception is. I want the Mueller investigation to come to a merciful end and let the findings be what they are. If Trump is exonerated, I'd be perfectly happy with that outcome. I'd still dislike him for his personality and behaviour, but at least there won't be this legal case hanging over his head. Anything more nefarious than that is a figment of your imagination.
When Trump got into the race early on, I had numerous misgivings about his past, his character, his business dealings. I made no secret of that. I've read and seen enough since then to believe full well the Mueller investigation was and is warranted. I don't have a personal vendetta against Trump, he doesn't owe me any money, we've never crossed paths. I just happen to think he's neck deep in illegimate business dealings, corruption and - possibly - illegalities when it came to Russian hacking and the campaign. Again, this should all be cleared up at some point.
If Trump is cleared I'll accept that outcome, apologize to you all and move on. I've stated from the beginning I don't give two ***** about Hillary, the Dems or partisan politics. Don't care if you or anyone else believes it or not, it is what it is.