Ansel frowned. "[i]You[/i] protect [i]me[/i]? I don't need protection. It's just that I'd rather avoid fighting with them rather than confronting them." He wasn't worried about being in the city itself though, as this dark guild would likely be too scared to attack in a town. Let alone in the town where the famous Fairy Tail guild was in. "Also, good to know you're not one to shy away from a fight. I fought thirty of those guys before. Separately they're weak, but they rely on swarm magic. Basically they all use the same summon spells to overwhelm their opponents. So having more on my side will drastically reduce the chance of getting hurt."

The two kept on walking for an hour or so. And Ansel didn't have too much to say during that time. He was used to travelling with just Valier by his side, so it would take some getting used to when there was someone else around. But then trouble finally found them, in the form of the people that were after him. "Finally found you! We knew you couldn't hide forever!" A voice exclaimed from the bushes. And out sprung a dozen men dressed in cultist-looking robes. "You're coming with us whether you like it or not, our boss has use for you." The guy standing in front spoke, an evil grin on his lips.

Ansel groaned, hanging his head a little. "Seriously? I barely show myself and already I have to deal with you guys from Velvet Night again? I'm too lazy to go anywhere with you, beat it!" He grumbled. Though then he had an idea. His frown turned into a slight grin as he looked in Taunie's direction. "Say, you seem quite strong. Maybe you can handle them by yourself? I'm not really in the mood for any fighting." That was Ansel's trademark laziness. If he could avoid exerting energy, he would. And right now such an opportunity might have presented itself in the form of Taunie.