He shook his head, "Kid like you... you're too young to be so noble." He placed a hand on the wall behind him, a point of swirling darkness and smoke growing into a portal with an unearthly sound like wind or flames.
"I wouldn't be able to forgive myself, Maya." He looked down, still grinning, then summoned a single Assassin nobody, who stood at attention. "This guy's called an Assassin, and he'll keep you and Nick safe." He looked up, "After this damn curse thing is over, you and me should get tea." He gave a small wave and backed into the portal. "Ciao."