Summary/Disclaimer: Time for another chapter of Swordsmen and Thief. Enjoy the 1200-word chapter. I do not own any rights to Fairy Tale, Hiro Mashima, Kodansha and a few others that I may write about.

"Those Blades belong to a kingdom called Gyanveer…" Lucy explained to the others while holding a book. "Named after the king who founded the kingdom… And the one who spoke to the Hydras that the kingdom is known for." Lucy added while putting the book down.

"So, they're not even from Fiore?" Erza asked to which Lucy nodded.

"No. And considering we found this?" Wendy asked as she held up a coin which had a symbol. One which looked like a castle surrounded by poison with lizard heads rising out of it. "This is a coin from Gyanveer… They haven't been seen in over a century outside the kingdom. We were asked to look into it." Lucy said while Erza looked at Clell who frowned.

This was either the first time he had heard about it? Or he knew something and was trying to recall it all over again.

"Then I'm guessing we are checking Gyanveer out?" Clell questioned as he looked at the mark on his right arm.

A sign he was part of Fairy Tale… But he didn't feel one of them, not yet.

'You have to earn the right to be part of a family like this.' Clell thought to himself.

"Well King Toma did want us to establish a relationship with this kingdom…" Lucy put in which caused Clell to hum and lean on the wall.

"When do we leave?" Erza questioned while looking at Clell. His face was scrunched up and it looked like he was going through a flurry of emotions.

"Within a few days… Its far outside Fiore, though." Lucy said while Clell hummed.

"I'm guessing not the entire guild is going?" Clell questioned, knowing something his friends didn't seem to know.

"Considering we don't know what's out there?" Lucy questioned as Clell hummed once more. "I don't think we should consider they might want the rest of us for another mission." Lucy added while Erza looked at Clell who leaned on the wall.

Lucy noticed this as well because she turned to the others and motioned them out of the room. They had to think of a plan anyway considering this wasn't a short journey.

"You've been looking around left and right." Erza stated while Clell shrugged. Erza narrowed her eyes which caused Clell to sigh and look away. "The truth, Clell." Erza growled as Clell looked at the S-Class mage.

"I…" Clell started to say before he let out a sigh in annoyance. Clell rubbed at his temples. "That name sounds very familiar. I've heard about it before Lucy mentioned it. I've had a few dreams about it, honestly." Clell said while closing his eyes.

"So, you know about Gyanveer?" Erza questioned Clell. The thief gave a shrug.

"Not really," Clell put in before patting the holsters of his blades. "That kingdom is ancient. you'd be lucky to find anything on that empire." Clell added while brushing off his new blackish blue longcoat.

Clell was glad someone was willing to sell him a new greenish shirt and longcoat. He was also glad to be able to wear boots and gloves that weren't worn out.

"Not really doesn't imply you know nothing." Erza put in while Clell leaned back. "You said you trusted me, yes?" Erza asked, Clell said nothing, but let out a sigh.

"Yes… I do." Clell said and cracked his neck. "But I'm not lying, there's very little about Gyanveer that I can realistically tell you about." Clell put forward.

"Whatever you can tell me is something we're be prepared for." Erza stated which caused Clell to sigh and nod.

"Ok, then… But if anything, I said is wrong?" Clell questioned while pointing a finger at Erza. "I want you to know it isn't even close to being my fault." Clell said with a smirk which Erza nodded and returned.

(Unknown Location)

"You know Fiore will withstand our attack." Fahim stated while Aalamgeer chuckled and leaned back on his throne.

"I am well aware of how powerful Fiore's military is… They're not what I'm focusing on." Aalamgeer said with a smirk gracing his lips. "Our focus is on Titania and her guild." Aalamgeer added while looking at his lieutenant.

"I am well aware you allowed them to discover the coins." Fahim said as he adjusted his monocle. "And I know you wish to have Titania and her little boyfriend captured… Alive." Fahim added in.

"All of my plan will be revealed in time, doctor." Aalamgeer stated while reclining on a stone throne. "But I want Titania and the thief captured. You can experiment on the others if you wish. That thief is vital to my plans." Aalamgeer put in while Fahim chuckled.

"As you've been telling me before these plans started." Fahim stated while he folded his hands behind his back. "Very well… But don't forget our deal, your 'highness'." Fahim stated which caused Aalamgeer to glower in anger.

"Just capture them in the forest… Or I'll give your job to one of my other inner circles." Aalamgeer hissed with anger as Fahim gave a mock bow and retreated from the room.

Aalamgeer glowered as the hand rests of his throne sizzled. Acid flowed from his palms onto the ground.

(With Clell and Erza)

Clell started to pack things up and into a knapsack. Erza sat with another knapsack. Lucy had told her Fiore was sending a convoy for them to escort with to Gyanveer.

"We need to move soon." Clell said as he turned to Erza. "That kingdom is over 100 miles away." Clell said while he closed the knapsack.

"So, it's over 100 miles away?" Erza asked while Clell hummed and rolled his eyes.

"No, it's 99 miles away." Clell snarked as Erza rolled her good eye. "I LITERALLY told you before… 1. I have very little clue where the kingdom is. 2? What I do know? The kingdom is put in a forest surrounded by ruins of a war that founded the kingdom." Clell stated while he checked his daggers.

Erza hummed and nodded. Clell besides being snarky? He was giving a lot of intel that they could use.

Still? She couldn't blame Clell for not really knowing about this Kingdom. They had just found out it existed. Clell walked out past her as Erza followed.

"I do want to point out there is dozens of bandits and mercenaries around the kingdom." Clell stated while turning to look at Erza. "People from what I know scavenge the ruins around the kingdom." Clell added and brushed off his coat once more.

He didn't know he'd falling for Erza after the first battle on the way there.

Author Notes

Phew, another chapter done! I want to point out Clell is going to train with the others. Next chapter will end up being in 3-5 or so weeks and will be 1500 or words. It will also show a fight scene and will show more of Erza and Clell bonding more. Until then, Lighting Wolf out!