Once again, there is some stuff you'll notice missing, but it is all intentional. Anything left out here will be tackled in the next story.

Xiao-Long Home

Cobalt opened the door and used his free hand to rub his hair. He knew he'd have to return to Star Village eventually. Not only to tell the villagers of his grandfather's death, but now to deal with their recently acquired prisoners.

Qrow, who was in the room, noticed that the manager seemed a little off. "Hm, what's wrong Cobalt?"

Cobalt sighed before closing his eyes. "You were right Qrow."

"I was right?" Qrow asked.

Cobalt clenched his fist angrily. "You were right about Mercury. Not only was he working for Cinder, but my little sister is the crown princess of the Order of Grimm headed by my still alive mother."

Qrow's eyes went wide before he shook his head. "That's rough, but what have you done with them?"

"For the time being, they'll be locked up in Sky Villager." Cobalt held up a hand. "I know what you're going to say, but we don't have the time for you to interrogate them. You need to get to Haven."

"You're going to stay to interrogate them?" Qrow raised an eyebrow. "I was certain you'd be coming with me."

"Let's just say Sakura's provided me with another lead to follow up on." Cobalt began.

They both stopped as they heard Ruby's voice from above. "What happened to the school and Vale! Were they able to clear out the Grimm?"

Qrow sighed. "Well, considering all the time we've spent together, I'll trust you on this." He started moving towards the stairs. "Now come on because I think Ruby would like to see you."

Cobalt nodded as he followed his mentor.

Ruby's Room

Tai sat on a chair beside Ruby's bed which contained the girl dressed in pajamas. "Things in Vale aren't the best right now, and it's even worse at the school. Look, I know Oz informed you about your silver eyes, so you must realize what you did."

"Did I kill the Grimm with a single look?" Ruby asked.

Tai shook his head. "If only, but you are untrained. As a result, the Gigaton is simply immobile. Frozen. I know that doesn't sound bad, but it's continuing to spawn Golems. Its mere presence attracts Grimm to the school." He shook his head. "Things are just kind of a mess right now."

"Things are always a mess." Qrow stated as he and Cobalt entered the room.

Ruby was overjoyed to see Cobalt. Even though he lost limbs and changed appearance, that didn't matter to her. All she cared about was the fact that her boyfriend was alive. Even though he seemed drained, there was life in his eyes.

"Mind if Cobalt and I have a minute with Ruby?" Qrow asked. "Alone."

Tai seemed offended. "What, I can't stay?"

"Master Xiao-Long, please." Cobalt tried.

Tai looked at the ground before standing and kissing Ruby on the forehead. "I'm glad you're alright." He started to walk off. "I'll go and make us some tea."

Tai then looked at Cobalt and Qrow with a gaze that promised death if they hurt Ruby in any way. Once he was gone, Cobalt pulled up a chair while Qrow leaned against a nearby wall with his arms crossed.

"I'm so glad you're alright Cobalt." Ruby looked at the manager. "I thought the worst when we saw you after your fight with Adam."

Cobalt nodded. "I wouldn't blame you." He looked at his shoulder and what remained of his missing leg. "I would think the same."

Ruby was shocked. "Oh, I didn't mean…"

"Ruby, it's fine." Cobalt chuckled. "This state I'm in is just temporary. Once I get to my grandfather's lab, and somehow find or figure out a way to attach limbs, I'll be good as new."

"What about the new look?" Ruby shook her head frantically. "Not that I have a problem with how you look because I love you for who you are but is it permanent?"

"I am a dragon Faunus Ruby." Cobalt shook his head. "Don't worry, I know you care for me, not my appearance. That said, it can't exactly be undone, but my Faunus traits can be hidden unlike the Faunus which exists today."

"What do you mean?" Ruby asked curiously.

"Maybe I'll tell you later, but it's not exactly important now." Cobalt looked to Qrow. "What is important is how are you feeling?"

"Well, I kind of hurt all over." Ruby looked to Cobalt. "What happened to everyone at Beacon?"

"It's isn't good." Cobalt looked at the ground. "We lost many friends and family."

Ruby looked at Cobalt before covering her mouth. "You mean you lost…"

"I lost Guard, Aunt Glynda, and Grandpa Lloyd." Cobalt shook his head. "Honestly, it's hard to come to terms with, but something that may hit you harder is the loss of Pyrrha. She died saving Nora from Cinder."

"What?" Ruby's eyes watered. "No, she couldn't have died. She was the strongest of us."

"While that's true, we must become stronger than Pyrrha ever was if we hope to stand a chance." Cobalt looked to Qrow. "Anyways, I believe your uncle has some words to say."

Qrow sighed. "Look, I'm not going to beat around the bush here. You're a smart girl Ruby. Given how much time Cobalt spent around Ozpin and I, it must make things pretty obvious." He walked to the window. "All those missions I took, were for Oz, but he's missing. Something has been set in motion, and it falls to Cobalt and I to pick up where he left off."

"What about me?" Ruby questioned. "I'm supposed to be this silver-eyed warrior, so I can help, right?"

"Thing is, I don't know how Tai would react if you said you were to leave." Cobalt stated.

"True words Cobalt." Qrow approached the bed. "You're not really in a condition to go anywhere even if you could pipsqueak. My advice is to get some rest." The old hunter then left. "Anyways, catch you two later."

Once Qrow was gone, Cobalt stood up. "Ruby at this point there are two trails to follow. I won't go into specifics, but I have a solid lead on the Order of the Grimm. It's a lead I intend to follow." He walked to the doorway.

"I know you'd wish to come with, but I think you'd be better served going to Haven. Hey, that's just my advice." He looked back at her. "If you end up following it, I'll come along after I've dealt with the Order of Grimm."

Cobalt attempted to leave, but Ruby spoke up. "Cobalt, I love you."

"I love you two Ruby." Cobalt smiled. "No matter where we go, that won't change."

Ruby nodded. "Same here."

The manager then left her to think.

Outside the Xiao-Long Home: Winter…

Ruby closed the door behind her and turned to face Jaune, Nora, and Russel.

Jaune nodded. "Hey."

"Hey Jaune." Ruby walked over to the group. "Haven's a long way to go."

"I know, but it's the only lead we got." Jaune stated.

Nora added, "Both for those who attacked Beacon and to find Raven."

"Still, are you sure you want to come along?" Ruby asked.

"Rose, I won't lie." Russel sighed. "When I first entered Beacon, I'd have never considered doing any of this shit, but times change. Now, I think I can speak for myself and these two when I say there's nowhere else, we wish to be."

Ruby smiled. "Let's get started."

So, the group of students started the long journey while a familiar dragon Faunus watched them from atop a tree wearing a simple, white cloak on the recommendation of his older sister.

"Farewell for now Ruby." Cobalt thought. "I promise, as soon as I've dealt with my mother, I'll come running to Haven."

Cobalt then jumped out of the tree before making his way to Star Village.

"Wings"

R.W.B.Y ending credit song

One life is not a long time

When you're waiting for a small sign

Patience is hard to find

Shadows seem to fill your life

(Ren is seen with his arms chained to the bars of a cage while moonlight shines down on him. He looks to the sky wondering what's become of his friends.)

Don't be disappointed

Don't let your heart break

Don't spend another minute in this way

It's okay

(Nora walks out onto the balcony of an inn before staring at a star filled sky. She hopes Ren is okay and that they can find answer for why everything had to happen.)

Dry your eyes now, baby

Broken wings won't hold you down

You'll take flight soon, baby

You'll be lifted and you'll be there

(Yang is sitting in her room staring out at the snow-covered landscape emotionlessly. It then shifts to Weiss sitting on a plane next to her father as they're heading back to Atlas.)

Twelve hours is a long night

When you're searching with no hope in sight

Aimless on the inside

And the damage makes you want to hide

(Rain is seen standing in the middle of a group of students and Hunters coordinating the next day's attack to free Vale. Later, he leaves his tent to stare at the ravaged city with a sigh.)

I know that it seems pointless

I know that it feels fake

I know you can't stand the thought of being stray

One more day

(Blake is seen running through the destroyed Vale before it transitions to Cobalt staring at his grandfather's lab. By the look of things, he's been like that for a while.)

Dry your eyes now, baby

Broken wings won't hold you down

You'll take flight soon, baby

You'll be lifted and you'll be there

(Ruby, Jaune, Nora, and Russel step onto a boat together leaving for Anima while Cobalt enters his grandfather's lab.)

The story continues in Lights of Remnant:Volume 4-5 which had been posted.