I'm back... and well, a lot of stuff happen over the past several months. I don't want to get into any detail because of privacy and I just don't want to spoil the entire story. But there's a lot to cover right now.

I also want to thank everyone for being patient for the next entry. This one's not gonna be split into any parts, but not expect something like that again soon.

Anyway, before I begin answering your reviews, I just want to say that we have reached the 100 Review Mark. Another milestone to my time here! Thank you all for the support you guys and gals have given to this diary. If it weren't for you, then this diary may not have stayed up here too long.

Anyway, let's start answering your reviews:

Guest (1): I'll most likely have an Omake of all the characters watching Star Wars: The Last Jedi (really great movie, btw) and have an entry of New Years Eve.

gamelover41592: There will be a 'certain' event between then and now; when RWBY and JNPR will know the future. Also, this isn't gonna be the only time where things get emotional...

DragonWalkerDEW: 1.) I know right!? I really need to catch up!

2.) Your theory about the Relics does make a lot of sense. It's gonna be interesting once we see the landscape of Vacuo and Atlas on screen for the first time.

3.) And also your theory about the Maidens; that also makes sense. In fact, both these theories can most likely come true.

Guest (2): Well, I already discussed the problem with robots with Penny herself, and the problem with the Faunas with Blake's parents. Aura though;... I don't think that problem is as big as with Penny and the Faunas, since it's like very hard to notice; unless one of the characters gets hit by something hard in front of a crowd, then that problem can get worse.

John Lanford: I never heard of a music group named NEFFEX before. But, I'll see what I can do.

jruiz82: Yah, now that I look back at it, I can see that some parts were rushed in the last chapter. I actually did wanted to include Jaune's family in my entry, but there's two reasons why I didn't include that: One, it would take more time for me to finish the part, and I didn't want to upset a couple of readers. And two, it's hard for me to create OCs from a show. Self Insert OCs? I can do that, since I already know those people. But Character OCs? That's a whole 'nother level. It would've made things a lot easier if Jaune's family was seen on screen. We may actually get that in the future... And also, yah; there's definitely gonna some omakes on certain characters soon.

Sephchipmunk: No offense, but I'm not sure how that would work. I already got a plan made out for the first part of my diary.

Now that's done, it's time to move forward once again! Here's the next entry!

P.S. I actually got in touch with Interstellar Industries and he wanted to apologize for what he said. I simply forgave him for what happen. No one should stay mad forever, guys. Eventually, you will understand the consequences of your actions and move forward from there. And he did just that, and I am grateful for it.

P.S.S. If you can't recognize what the first words are about, then I suggest you go listen to "I Don't Want To Set The World On Fire" by The Ink Spots.

Let me ask you something...

Have you ever wondered if you could go back to a certain point in time and try to reconfigure those events and make it so that the end result is much better than beforehand?

Well, you see, that was what I felt like on this day...

November 8th, 2017

8:46pm

I don't want to set the world on fire...

I just want to start a flame in your heart...

With my iPhone in my hand, I raise it to my face, pause the song, and lay my hand back on my bed...

...I have started my diary entries in a number of ways. I sometimes start it off in a happy tone, a sad tone, a surprised tone, an angry tone, a boring tone, a proudful tone, an excited tone, etc.

But, not once, have I ever started an entry off with these simple words:

We're dead.

This is metaphorical; not physically. And no, I'm not in a depressive mood.

But, something did happen today. Well, actually it was a number of things, and it had resulted in me laying on the side of my bed and listening to soft music. It really didn't help much, since I was still shivering in fear.

I knew this was supposed to be expected sooner or later.

...I never thought it would end up like this.

If you still don't know what I'm talking about, then sit down boys and girls because this is going to be a long story.

Thirteen Hours Ago...

7:45am

It all started during my home period. Today was a B-day, and I had Creative Writing for my first period. I was sitting in my desk, in Mrs. Abbruzzi's room, typing the latest chapter of one of my stories on the FanFiction app on my iPhone.

Now, before I go any further, I want to give you all my analysis on the latest episode of RWBY Volume 5. And I gotta say; the ending of that episode.. was very heartwarming.

First; Yang's skirmish with Raven's tribe. I don't think I realize this when I saw the season premiere. But, I found out that Yang was actually looking for her mother all along; BUT for a certain reason. I'll talk about that later. Anyway, I had a feeling that she would take that bandit with her. He was basically the only lead she had to find Raven. And I also had the feeling that bandit would lead Yang into a trap. I think Yang probably knew this was coming; hence the expression on her face. Besides that, the fight was cool. Yang took the bandits down with ease. She's been there. She's done that... I'm talking about her first character short. But something strange happen after her fight: her 'physical' arm was visibly shaking. This wasn't the first time this happen; we had seen it in the season premiere too. So why was her hand shaking? Maybe it is a side effect of her having only one arm left? Or is it just that she's not used to her powerful blows anymore; since she's been out of the fight for about 8 months? It could be either.

Second; Team RNJR's and Oscar's training. Basically, in this scene, it was only Ruby and Oscar training. You can also count Ren, since he was meditating during the training session, but he wasn't part of Ruby and Oscar's spar. It made sense for both Ruby and Oscar; they both had no hand-to-hand combat training. So, this was all too new for them. But, when Ozpin stepped in, things got a bit interesting.

Ren and Oscar then talked about how Aura and Semblances work; which then leads to my third point: RNJR's Semblance Origins. We all know how Ren got his; look at his backstory in Volume 4, for example. But, we did got how Ruby and Nora got their Semblances. Ruby got her Semblance during a training session when she was young. Nora got her Semblance due to being struck by lightning... it makes perfect sense! :( Not only that, but then Team RNJR and Ozpin decided to offer their help for Jaune to unlock his Semblance. That's awesome! This clearly shows that we may get to see what Jaune's Semblance is later in Volume 5! And you know what, I'm not gonna even guess! I want to be surprised. :)

Fourth; Yang finally meeting Raven. This is the moment that the entirety of the RWBY fandom has been waiting for! And as I predicted, their reunion wasn't sweet. While Raven congratulated her daughter, Yang never smiled at her mother at any moment in this episode. Raven then offered Yang answers to one specific topic: why she left; which I was kinda happy, to be honest. But, surprisingly, that wasn't the case. This then brings to the 'certain reason' why Yang wanted to find her mother: she wanted Raven to use her Semblance to find her sister Ruby. And while Yang requested that, she also gave us more information about Raven's Semblance. Her portals have a bond with her relatives; which she has only three at the moment: Taiyang, Qrow, and Yang herself. This goes to show on why and how Raven was there to save her daughter on the train back in Volume 2. This then leads Yang to two choices: either stay with Raven, become part of her tribe, and abandon Ruby, OR, let Raven use her Semblance, find Uncle Qrow, and then eventually reuniting with Ruby. We all know what Yang chose... and oh boy, many results came after that.

Which then leads to my Fifth part: Yang reuniting with Weiss. I. Was. Happy! I didn't even care if my theory from my Episode 2 Analysis was correct. I was just so glad Freezerburn reunited. And it was emotional, too. Weiss really missed Yang; which goes to show that her character has develop a lot throughout the series. But,... oh GOD! I just can't stop thinking about their reunion! Now, all they have to do is use Raven's Semblance to find Qrow, and reunited with Ruby. Plain and simple.

But Lastly; Raven's answers to Ozpin. I'm pretty now sure know how this is gonna go. Raven may tell Yang and Weiss about the origins of Ozpin, which will then leave them stunned, and well... you know. But, that also doesn't mean that's gonna be the only thing Raven's gonna tell the duo. She may tell other things; like Salem, the Maidens, and possibly even the Relics. I do hope things go smoothly; even though I know that will most likely not happen.

All in all; another good episode. Yang and Weiss reuniting was definitely my favorite part! This basically gives us a better chance of the entirety of Team RWBY reuniting in Volume 5. I really hope this happens. But, I do get the feeling that each reunion of another member will be different. Things may get a bit tense with Ruby seeing Yang and Weiss again; if you haven't look through the internet, there are a few fan arts where Ruby and Yang's reunion don't go very well. Blake reuniting with her team may be even worse than Ruby's reunion, because, after the Fall of Beacon... she did things that made a certain blondie feel broken throughout Volume 4. I do hope that neither of these scenarios does not happen, becuase I don't want to see too much drama in this series.

Anyway, back to the story of my life.

At that moment, I was so focused on my iPhone that I barely got to hear my teacher speak.

"Alright, everyone. It's time to once again start a new day of Creative Writing. Now, before we begin, I am proud to announce four new students who will be joining our class for the first time today," Mrs. Abbruzzi began.

To be honest, I wasn't really interested at the moment. I mean, it is good for new students to come into the Creative Writing class; even better if they're new to the school. But, at this time of the school year, it's rare for new students to come in. Even if I wasn't interested in the news, I would've gladly accepted the new students into our community...

...But when those students walk into my classroom, my whole world quickly shut down.

I watch in horror, as the new students were properly introduced by Mrs. Abbruzzi.

"Everyone; meet our four new exchange students from Japan. These four have always wanted to come visit America together; and lucky for them, their parents have afforded enough money to spend time with all of us at Rondout Valley this school year," Mrs. Abbruzzi said, while motioning her hand towards the four familiar faces standing next to her.

The first student to her left is a young woman. She is wearing a red turtleneck sweater, tight black jeans, and white boots; with the addition of an orange wristwatch on her right hand. She has long, dark black hair and ember colored eyes. Some of her hair was even covering her left eye. "This here is Cecilia Fadel," Mrs. Abbruzzi introduced the first student.

The second student next to Cecilia is another young woman. She is wearing a black and white striped, long sleeved shirt, olive colored short jeans, and black shoes. She has dark skin, blood red eyes, and mint green hair. "To Cecilia's right is Emily Stacy," Mrs. Abbruzzi introduced the second student.

The third student next to Emily is a young man; actually he was the only male in the small group. He is wearing a grey and black squared wool shirt, blue jeans, with the addition of a black belt strapped around his waist, and black and white sneakers. He has coal colored eyes and grey hair. "To Emily's right is Mike Bracken," Mrs. Abbruzzi introduced the third student.

The fourth and final student next to Mike is a girl; and by girl, meaning she looks younger, and smaller, than the rest. She is wearing a white short sleeved shirt, with the addition of a large pink heart in the center, brown tanned jeans, and low heeled black shoes. She had brown eyes and light pink hair. "And finally, to Mike's right is Noel Pace," Mrs. Abbruzzi introduced the final student.

"Keep in mind, that this their first day of school. So I suspect you all to show good behavior to these four," Mrs. Abbruzzi continued.

...H-How can I even do that?

Doesn't anybody here notice who these four really are!?

...No. Of course not.

They don't know much about RWBY like I do.

As you can tell already, this was the day that I had not met Cecilia Fadel, Emily Stacy, Mike Bracken, and Noel Pace...

No...

This was the day that I, Jared Lyman, had met Neopolitan, Mercury Black, Emerald Sustrai, and the worst of the bunch...

Cinder Fall.

"Now, why don't you four tell a little bit about yourselves?" Mrs. Abbruzzi kindly suggested.

"I'll go first," 'Cecilia' stated, walking up a bit in front of the class.

I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS IS ACTUALLY HAPPENING!

I mentally scream.

I just couldn't believe that I was in a close proximity to the same person who started this whole drama fest in the RWBY series!

The one who started the Battle of Beacon.

The one who stole the Fall Maiden's Power.

...The one who killed Pyrrha.

Sweat starts to pour down my face. I can feel a shiver through my spine; freezing me into place. I didn't know what I was supposed to do at the moment. I could have barge out of the classroom and run as far away as I can from any of them, or I could have attempted in beating the living hell out of any of them...

But, I knew, that neither would make much of a difference. I would either end up dead or just more scared than ever.

I suddenly felt my head getting heavier. I could hear a ringing noise within my ears; covering the now muffled voices around me. My eyes blurred my vision.

...No!

It's happening again.

Not during a moment like this!

I have to calm down...

...But, how can I?

Even with trying to regain my composure, I am still literally right next to death's doorstep.

It feels as if my life is on the line, and every choice that I make really matters!

COME ON, JARED!

YOU'RE BETTER THAN THIS!

"Jared?"

I then suddenly hear Mrs. Abbruzzi's voice calling out towards me. I look up and notice that everyone, including Cinder, Emerald, Mercury, and Neo, were looking at me with curiosity or concern.

"Jared, are you okay? Why are you crying?" Mrs. Abbruzzi asked, her eyebrows lowered and her face frowning.

Huh?

I then touch my face. Surprisingly, I can feel water trickling down my face.

I'm... crying.

My eyes widen from the thought.

It feels like these tears have no emotions at all.

I really need to get out of here now.

"I'm okay," I began, "May I use the bathroom, please?"

"Sure," Mrs. Abbruzzi answered, "Take all the time you need."

Right as she finished, I stand up from my seat and walk out of the classroom. It only took a minute or two for me to reach the nearest restroom. As I walk in, I went straight to the sink. I turn the faucet on, and splash water onto my face.

I look at myself through the mirror.

"What was that just now?" I asked myself. It felt like a nuke went off when I began thinking about Cinder.

I knew right then and there that I was having a panic attack.

This wouldn't be the first time that I had one.

It was during my time in middle school. I can't really recollect all the memories, but at some point during gym class, I suddenly felt light-headed and my entire body was freezing up. I barely had the energy to get to the nurse office, and when I arrived there I was completely immobile. In the end, I was sent to the hospital and stayed there for the rest of the day.

Ah man, if it weren't for my teacher then I would've had another one... or maybe even worse.

But still, those tears...

Was I hallucinating? Did I almost had a seizure?

thump!

I suddenly slam my fist down on the side of the sink. "Fuck!" I cursed under my breath.

I felt angry.

Angry at Cinder.

Angry at myself.

Angry at... well, everything.

I couldn't believe that I was broken down so easily by just taking a glance at the False Fall Maiden.

What am I; some piece of shit!?

A freaking scaredy cat!?

I can already feel my teeth gritting in rage.

I'm better than this!

I can't just let people like an antagonist from a web series control me!

I HAVE RIGHTS, GODDAMNIT!

Not wanting to lose my temper, I slowly took a deep breath and calm down.

"Why is life so cruel, sometimes?" I whisper.

12:16pm

After my little fiasco with Cinder's group during Creative Writing, I slowly continued my morning off like always.

But, it was harder than it looked.

I was able to get back into class ten to fifteen minutes before the first block ended (that's a set of two periods, btw). Throughout the rest of my time there, Mrs. Abbruzzi gave me a simple rundown version of 'Cecilia's' group introducing themselves. I didn't really focus on what my teacher said, since I already knew what were Cinder's, Emerald's, Mercury's, and Neo's likes and dislikes are. I mean, you guys already know that Cinder likes power, Emerald likes stealing things, Mercury likes beating people up (and not the same way as Yang and Nora does), and Neo likes ice cream, right? And there are also so many other things that they like and don't like.

But, there was one thing Mrs. Abbruzzi told me that caught my interest: None of them were in the same grade; Cinder was a Senior, Emerald and Mercury were Juniors, and Neo was a Sophomore. Depending on your grade, the Superintendents will choose which classes you are required to take. This means that not all of Cinder's group will be in the same classes as me. And I'm a Senior this year, so...

...You get where I'm going with this? Cinder will be in most of my classes, while the others will be in certain classes...

Yah, go figure. :(

Anyway, after Creative Writing, I then went through Gym, Post Secondary, and Study Hall. And what do you know, Cinder's group is also in those classes; expect Post Secondary, which I'm very relieved about.

I now was sitting in one of the many tables in the cafeteria. From afar, I watched Cinder, Emerald, Mercury, and Neo sitting in another table; talking to each other. I barely got to eat my lunch after what happen earlier.

Throughout the rest of the morning, I couldn't stop thinking about them. I mean, it's shocking for me to see the main antagonists of the first three volumes of RWBY in my school; and as students, to top things off. But why are they here? It shouldn't be obvious for them to do the same scenario like they did when they disguised themselves as Haven students just to enter Beacon for the Vytal Festival. Earth doesn't have a Cross Continental Trasmit System for them to hack into and we don't have any Grimm or airships patrolling the skies, so they can't just destroy my school with what little they have right now.

Actually, I don't think their main objective is destroying my school. My school is not as important as Beacon was; no offense. And I'm pretty sure that Amber, or one of the Relics, is not hidden inside my school either.

So, what are they planning?

I wasn't sure if this was the right time to think about all of this. I mean, what else was there to talk about? I got four RWBY villains attending my school! And they're not just any villains. These are the ones who have been seen in the show, since the very beginning!

Emerald Sustrai:

The one who would always pickpocket you when your not looking...

The one who has the semblance to create any illusion...

The one who was directly responsible in framing Yang...

...and killing Penny.

Penny's death was the worst thing that Emerald had done; thus far. I could have given her the finger right now, but I had to repress my anger, in order to avoid suspicion and trouble.

Then there's Mercury Black:

The one who had killed his own father; just before he met Cinder...

The one who had those metallic legs; ever since that event...

The one who was also directly responsible in framing Yang...

And the one who would indirectly set up the events of Pyrrha's death... I'm pretty sure that you may remember his spar with said 'Invincible Girl' in Volume 2. That's where things really began... I just didn't know it at the time.

And then, there's Neopolitan:

The small, mute girl in Cinder's squad...

The one who is also Roman's partner...

The one who can easily disguise herself...

And the one character we haven't seen since the Battle of Beacon... I mean, seriously! Where is she!? We never really saw her die on-screen! So, where did she go after the Fall!?

And let's not get into Cinder Fall, because she had done so much in the series that I just... don't want to go there; and also I didn't want to have another panic attack.

Anyway, you get my point, right? These characters have committed so many violent acts in their lives and now they just suddenly appear in my school as students?! What's up with that!? I can imagine what it'll be like if all the other RWBY villains were to pop up into my school... That'll be a living nightmare. :(

But, I do know that I need to talk to Ozpin, Glynda, and Ironwood about this after school today. Pretty sure Oobleck and Port must know about this, as well; since they already know about Salem.

With a plan finally being set, I patiently wait for the rest of the school day to end...

...Well, I would have if it weren't for what happened next. :(

At that moment, I had just remembered that, as I continued looking at Cinder's group, I had never even bothered looking at the other students today; not even once! So I decided to do just that. I began looking closely at the students around me. It was easy for me, because there weren't that many students during 7th period lunch than the capacity of students during 5th period lunch. After a few minutes, I found nothing out of the ordinary within the cafeteria. No one else was acting surprised. Not even that one student who was curiously eyeing at the small group...

Wait, what? :o

I quickly look back at where the specific student was, and who I found was a familiar face. Sitting at a table across from me was Kevin McAllen; the same friend I would always be with during my study halls and Post Secondary classes, who at the moment was looking over toward Cinder's group.

Wait... I think I know what's happening here.

As you may know, Kevin is very openminded. He would always say hello to every person he knows and try to come up with a conversation with them. He would always keep talking and asking questions, but at the same time he would always try to make the other person feel comfortable, and somehow it would always work.

But, in these cases, when he introduces himself to new people, Kevin would kinda do the same routine, though more on a mellow tone.

...such as right now.

I just had to jinxed myself! This is bad! Like real bad! No; this was like, besides meeting Cinder or any of the villains, one of the WORST things that could ever happen to me! Why did they have to join my school at a time like this!? Wasn't it best for Cinder and her crew to just remain hiding!?

I GOT TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS, BEFORE THIS ESCALATES EVEN FURTHER!

Okay, okay, calm down. This is not the time to freak out. But still, I needed to fix this problem before it gets any worse...

But, with the situation I was in, I knew that my choices were limited...

I can't just right here and now tell Kevin about my dilemma, nor can I tell him at any point after.

No offense to him, but I don't think Kevin would understand what I tell him, and if he did, he would easily freak out and panic. Kevin's very sensitive to stuff like this, so it would not solve anything if and when he knows the truth.

Even then, I can't just let Kevin become friends with the wrong people.

I can almost feel my anxiety double over, as I watch Kevin get up from his seat and walk over toward Cinder's table.

I fight every nerve in my body to jump out of my seat and drag my friend far away from the cafeteria, as I now see Kevin introducing himself toward Cinder's group.

"This. Is. Horrible," I quietly mutter, while covering my mouth.

This was the last thing that I wanted to see today.

My friend, Kevin McAllen, is now in danger.

...and there was nothing I could do.

.

.

.

No.

I should not give up that easily.

Kevin's my best friend, and I should not leave him like this.

There has to be something I could do to help him.

...But I know I can't do this alone.

There is still Ozpin and the other members of his group that I still need to talk to.

However, I honestly don't think they will be enough.

I need someone on the inside.

...and I think I know just who.

2:33pm

I didn't have to wait that long for the rest of the school day to end. Honestly, the only class that I had left was Spanish (which you probably know already by now; my school is always on a two-day schedule.)

But even so, I don't think that this was the shortest two hours that I had in my life. While setting up a game-plan did help calm my nerves a bit, I still had the feeling that someone from 'Cecilia's' group was going to be a part of this class.

As I predicted, I was right; Cinder Fall was attending my Spanish class, and to only make things worse, my teacher had assigned the villainess to sit right next to me (which, beforehand, was basically the only goddamn chair left empty in that room)!

However, not much happen durng today's class; that was the upside. But the downside was being in a close proximity with a main antagonist. It was very nerve wracking for me...

So, I tried my very best not to go nuts and jump out of the window. After an excruciating hour and twenty minutes, I was finally set free from her clutches.

Now I was outside at the back of the school, my back leaning towards the wall. I already called my mom that I was likely going to miss the bus because of this, and that I needed her to pick me up and drive me to Rondout Valley Resort when I'm done. She did asked me 'why?', though; so I had to come with a short answer. I didn't want to let her freak out again.

I watched the pack of students heading to their perspective buses, as I began to think.

I know I already thought of this before,... but why are Cinder and her minions here? What is their main purpose?

It was very strange to me. Again; I knew I would meet them someday. But for our first time together to be at my school? Call me crazy; but I don't think this was a coincidence. There is no way that the only reason they're here is because that they just want to learn more about our academics (and if it is true, then that's just completely ridiculous in my book).

Also, as of right now, they've been in almost all of my classes... which I don't really mind; actually. Don't get me wrong, I know they're bad people. But I don't think they're just gonna suddenly attack the students at any given point. That's not how they operate. Though, this does leave me suspicious. I'm gonna have to report this to Ozpin, as well.

"You wanted to see me, Jared?"

My train of thought broke by the sound of a young woman's voice.

I look up and see my sister standing near my position.

I now really hope she agrees with what I'm about to tell her and not freak out.

Honestly, Emily was the only person that I could think of. She was the closest person that somewhat has the knowledge of the RWBY series. The other, and more obvious, reason was the fact that she goes to the same school as I do, so with her on my side, we can cover more ground and have an easier time in figuring out Cinder's motives.

Even then, there was a 50/50 chance that Emily doesn't know about the antagonists. I think I said this before in my first entry on here, but Emily doesn't watch RWBY as much as I do. But like I said, she was the closest person that I could think of that the right amount of knowledge about this series.

Also, she was the only person that I could trust.

I mean, there's always my parents, but I don't think they'll have enough time to help me. They both have their own responsibilities, and I can't pull them away from that.

Then there's RWBY and JNPR, but I don't they will help either. When they left Remnant, it was still during the point where they considered Cinder, Emerald, and Mercury as their friends. Like Kevin, I can't just straight up and tell them their colors. They either won't believe me or I'll lose their trust. I can't have either of that.

So Emily is the only person that I must count on.

All I hope is that she takes this well in the end.

I pushed off from the wall and start to check my surroundings; don't want anyone to spy on us while Emily and I are having this secret conversation.

Okay, let me pause things right here; before I forget about this. Until now, I never really had a private conversation with my sister before, specifically under these circumstances. Sure; I did had private conversations with my parents and also with the main cast of the show. But, to tell you the truth, Emily and I don't talk that often during school. Our schedules are totally separate, except for that one Math class, so we really don't see each other that much. We still keep in touch; but it gets harder for us to talk in person, you know?

Anyway, back to the story.

It took awhile for me to see if no one was watching us from a distance. Surprisingly, we were in the clear.

...You think Cinder would at least send one of her minions to spy on us.

Guess not.

I look back at Emily, "Okay... so Emily, at this point, you and I both know about the existence of characters in our world from a show called RWBY, and as proven yesterday, there are more people out there."

Emily nods, "I do. But where are you going with this?"

"I found more people today. In our school," I simply let out.

"What?" Emily gasped, almost loudly.

"But they're not like the others," I replied.

My sister then gave me this confusing stare for a few moments, before slowly widening her eyes in realization. "...You're kidding?"

I slowly nod.

...Yep, there she goes. This prediction came a mile away. I knew Emily would feel surprised by the discovery of the antagonists, especially now that some of them have enrolled into our school.

Now, I just need to make sure she's okay with what I'm about to say next.

I place my hands on her shoulders, "...I really hate to break this to you, Emily. But I didn't see this coming either."

Emily was still in a state of shock, and I can hear her soft rhythm of breaths from her open mouth. At least she hasn't panic yet. She then looks down a bit to the side, her face now filled with concern, before looking back at me, "Who are these people and when did this started?"

"Cinder Fall. Emerald Sustrai. Mercury Black. Neopolitan. I first notice them all in my Creative Writing class," I answered.

"Those guys!?" my sister then softly shouted.

I nod.

"Have they talked to you, yet?" Emily asked.

"No, but I have notice them in most of my classes. They seemed to look friendly, but I know that's all part of a fake persona," I replied.

"Did anything else happen?" Emily said.

"Yes," I answered, as I let out a deep sigh, while closing my eyes. I then look back at her, "It's Kevin."

"No...," Emily breathed out.

"But, he's okay," I quickly reassured her, "I only notice him talking to them. Nothing else... Even then, I still think he's in danger."

"Then what should we do?" my sister now frantically asked.

Now, this is the part that I have been waiting to tell her. She has been taking this well, so far.

Let's hope this plan of mine gives her enough confidence to help me.

"Well first, we are going to go to the Resort and tell Ozpin everything. From there on and forward, we are both going to keep a close eye on Cinder's group. There is a possibility that one or two of them could be in some of your classes, as well. If they're nearby, try to not let them see you. But if they come across you, then they're most likely gonna ask you to help them on something school-related. All the while, try to act natural," I answered. I then comfort Emily by hugging her and said, "Look, I know you're scared. But, you don't have to worry about anything. You can come to me whenever you feel uptight, scared, or worried. We're gonna be fine. You need to trust me, okay?"

I then momentarily feel my sister's arms wrap around me, "...Okay."

I smile at her response.

By now, I actually do hope that Ozpin would accept bringing Emily into the mix. I mean, if he didn't, then I wasn't sure how Emily being part of my plan would operate. I mean, she would still be part of it, but it would also feel a bit awkward.

However, there was still one more thing I need to tell her.

As I let go of my sister, I then ask her, "Can you promise me one thing, Emily?"

She nods.

"If you ever talk to Team RWBY, JNPR, or anyone else at the Resort, promise me that you do not tell them about Cinder or her allies in our school. Only tell Ozpin on what you saw," I explained, before giving her the reason, "RWBY and JNPR don't know about their true colors. They still think that they're friends with them, so it's best not to tell them what Cinder or her allies are doing. Do you understand?"

"I do," Emily nods again.

"Thank you," I pat her shoulder once more.

This is gonna be a long school year...

3:44pm

We didn't have to wait long for our Mom to come pick us up.

As she drove us towards the Sanctuary, I told her what happen today. It was not easy for me to do, though. I had to, once again, keep myself from having another panic attack. I didn't want my Mom to panic either. So, what I did was, I told her who the main antagonists were in the show. But, what I didn't told her were their capabilities. I'm still glad my parents haven't watched the show, by now; because things would've probably gotten worse if they did.

Anyway, my Mom understood what was going on, and pick up the pace. We arrive at the Roundout Valley Resort in less than 10 minutes.

When me and my sister got out of the car, we quickly went straight toward Ozpin's office; but not before I knocked on his door. Even with all the things that have happen before, that still didn't mean I lost my manners.

Luckily, as I walk in, I found Glynda and Ironwood sitting near his desk; with the Headmaster in front. Good thing too, because the situation I was in was very severe to them as well. Since Volume 3, everyone knows that Ozpin, Glynda, Ironwood, Qrow, Lionheart, and maybe the Headmaster of Vacuo, were all part of this hidden group. They are the ones that protect humanity from the forces of Salem. So telling them that some of Salem's minions were now attending my school is actually a big deal.

So, that is what I did. I told them everything.

From seeing Cinder in my Creative Writing class,...

...to my sudden meltdown in front of everyone,...

...to Kevin possibly becoming friends with them...

...to telling my sister about everything that had happen so far.

So, yah... there was a lot to talk about.

Emily and I were now sitting along with the three adults, waiting for them to respond to what I told them a few minutes ago. This was something that I had expected throughout most of today. They do not take things lightly about anything connected to the Grimm Queen; especially Ozpin. Also, since a lot had happen today, I knew it would take some time for them to take it all in.

After a good 15 minutes, I noticed Ozpin taking off his glasses, closing his eyes, and squeezing the tip of his nose; with air blowing out of it. "I knew this day would come," Ozpin said softly, loud enough for all of us to hear, "But this is not what we expected."

I then heavily sighed, and agreed, "Me neither."

"I can't believe this," Glynda said, who was on my left, rubbing her forehead in frustration, "How come Cinder Fall and her allies were able to get into your school?"

I shrugged, and answered helplessly, "I don't know! M-M-Maybe they used fake transcripts or something."

Which is something that has never happen before, now that I think about it.

I have heard students, especially Seniors, oftentimes skip school. But not once have I ever heard anyone using fake transcripts before. Unlike Beacon; Rondout Valley High School is not hard to get into. Students just have to get an average 65 in their GPA; that's it. Nothing else... well, except for the money requirements that their parents need to pay for.

"Whatever they did, their appearance in this neighborhood is a serious matter. We need to take caution," Ironwood warned.

"That is exactly what I was thinking, Ironwood," Ozpin agreed, "But, in addition, we need to focus on why they're here; and, more specifically, in Jared's school."

"Well, I was thinking about this the entire day," I said, as everyone turn back towards me, "Look, I have watched all of you on a screen for over three years now. I have seen, listened, and learned every single plot point in this series thus far. From what I can tell, none of those plot points seem to be connected to my school. So, I really can't figure out why they're here in the first place. But, I can tell you that they are planning something."

Like I said earlier, I don't believe that Amber or any of the Relics are within my school, and it does feel ridiculous for my school to have some sort of Vault. So, I don't really see Cinder or anyone attacking my school.

"...He does have a point," Ironwood hesitantly said, looking back at Ozpin, "I don't see Salem or her pawns intending on attacking any civilian structure for no specific reason whatsoever."

"Let's not forget about the Grimm," Glynda noted, "Even though there have been no sightings of them, there is still that small chance that the Grimm could be on Earth; but that's only if Salem is here, as well."

As Miss Goodwitch first mentioned the creatures of darkness, a new sudden, scary thought form into my mind. If Salem is here, then... does she have the ability to create Grimm!? As of right now, in the series thus far, we really don't know much about Salem's character. All we know is that she is an powerful being who is responsible for... well, practically every bad thing that has happen!

"If she is here, then that would make our situation even worse," Ironwood crossed his arms, his voice filled with a bit of anger. "Much like the people in this world, and no offense to you two," the general reassured me and Emily, "Grimm do not have Aura. Without knowing the landscape of the area, it'll be tough to find them and Salem."

And there's that, too. Huntsmen and Huntresses have the ability to sense someone's Aura.

"Let's get back on topic," Ozpin stated, while resting his hands on his desk, "Like you said, General, their presence here is not something we can ignore. In order to safeguard this neighborhood, and possibly the larger area around us, we must come up with a strategy to deal with Cinder Fall."

"Actually, my brother has already thought up of one," Emily said.

This comment made the three higher-ups face my direction. I knew I would get their attention sooner than later.

"You don't all have to agree with me, but this is still a work in progress," I begin, "Let me and my sister get close to them. I know Kevin. It's obvious that he'll eventually introduce Cinder's group to me. When that does happen, me and Emily will get acquainted with them; get to know each other. I also know that it's possible that they'll not reveal their plans with us, but at least we'll get to know some more information about them."

There was now an eerie silence between them, and me and Emily.

They are most likely deliberating on this plan of mine.

I also expected this. I mean, who could blame them?

Not me.

But, I knew better. These three are all professionals. They all had much better plans than this and have a lot more experience.

Me; I'm just a normal kid who once lived a normal life in the countryside.

I didn't ask for this, but it happened anyway.

...and now I have to live with it.

"You two do realize that you're putting your own family at great risk," Glynda finally broke the silence, while giving my sibling and I a stern look. Her tone did sound harsh; that I can agree on, but I knew deep down that she was concerned.

"We do realize that," I assured her. I look at Emily for a moment, before looking back at Glynda, saying, "We both know what Cinder is capable of, and we are both scared because of that. But we don't want to put anyone else in jeopardy."

"We are all concerned about everyone here, Jared," it was now Ozpin's turn to assure me, as I look at him placing his intertwined hands on his desk, "We just want to make sure that you and your sister can really do this."

At that moment, for some strange reason, I felt a lot of courage build up inside me; enough for me to stand up from my couch and look down at Ozpin with a determined expression.

"We will," I gave them my honest answer, "Whatever it takes."

Present...

In that moment, I felt like I can do this.

But I also felt like this was the point of no return.

I knew what I was getting in. I knew how much danger I was putting myself, my sister, and my parents in. But ultimately, I knew that this was the only thing that I can do.

And there was no way I was gonna take 'No' for an answer.

In the end, Ozpin, and hesitantly, Glynda and Ironwood agreed with my plan. Shortly thereafter, the meeting was adjourned and me and Emily walked back to Mom's car, where she drove us home.

I eventually told Dad about the events today, when he got back home from work. His reaction was generally the same as Mom; all concerned and filled with worry. I assured my parents that everything was gonna be alright and that me and Emily were gonna work this out.

...I wish I can say the same thing to my friends, though.

True to this day, I still do take these events as unexpected.

When I created that plan, I instantly knew that my life was now on the line.

You can say that this was a turning point for me and my family.

Well, in my opinion, this was just a precursor...

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