Shy Deer Steppes he runs, wishing he could fly

He kept his expression flat, but pride bloomed in his chest knowing he didn't even need to persuade Hela to choose them, having already played his part in tying her to their heinous band of villains — a place where she could form new connections to replace those lost and find new meaning in her life.

Seeing no need, he did not speak, instead awaiting Maegi's response to her decision. He expected resistance, and he'd step in if necessary, but Black Hat was confident there would be no changing the girl's mind.