Mick, however, seemed unfazed by Drake's announcement. "Of course it's you" he said, sarcastically tilting his head to the side. "Who else indeed! Who else would you trust, Drake, when you barely trust your own shadow? Who else would have the interest in keeping her alive that you do?"
Drake scowled, but smoothed it out into a placid smile. "Indeed, I have more of an interest in my protege than anyone else would, however, there are many qualified and esteemed slayers that would have been willing to take the role, had I not chosen to attend myself."