"Who do we need to bring over?"
The Adjutant nodded. Since the sheriff had seen through Merlin's trap, she also felt that bringing someone in from outside for the trip was the better choice.
"We need someone who understands the principles of magic, and who can fight well enough to hold their own. Once we reach the Dark Tower, I'll negotiate with Gan. On the practical side, we'll also need someone who can break some spells and traps."
"Then Miss Illyana. This happens to be her rest period." The Adjutant suggested Magik, who fit the requirements perfectly.
Magik was half-human and half-demon, a Hell Lord, both a Mage and a Warrior, and the sheriff's direct disciple. This world was so dark that it suited her perfectly.
"That works. Ask whether she wants to come have some fun. Of course, if she wants to go to The Boys Universe and play with Polaris instead, that's fine too." Su Ming snuffed out his cigarette. He spotted the ruined chicken coop by the roadside, which looked like a brick kiln. "Come to think of it, there don't seem to be any Heroes with demon traits over there. If she goes, she'll have a rare attribute."
That was true as well. Although Magik's demon lord form was extremely ferocious, even outrageously so among Hell Lords, any kind of idol could find a market if properly managed.
But just a few seconds after Su Ming leaned into the shadows at the street corner, Magik appeared beside him, her long platinum-blonde hair smooth and flowing, dressed in her X-Men uniform.
"Teacher, I'm here."
She looked delighted. Though she had felt a little drawn to The Boys Universe after hearing the Adjutant talk about it, traveling with her teacher was naturally the better choice.
She wrapped both