Minato wouldn't have to ask him twice, as Ace's response came almost simultaneously in a form of an involuntary step backwards. No verbal answer followed as he glanced over his shoulder to assess the situation, the look on his face revealing certain bewilderment with the way his brows furrowed.

It was in that moment when another voice struck their ears, much sharper and higher-pitched than the previous one, as if whoever had made it was only getting started. Perhaps there was nothing to be gained from their patience, so he opted for a quick slots roll in an attempt to at least land a buffing spell. Unfortunately, the summoned machine only made more noise than it truly helped, resulting in what was supposed to be a weak attack on an enemy that was still nowhere to be found.