Disclaimer: No, I do not own RWBY. I just use them to play out my various Whiterose fantasies.

"Red like roses fills my dreams and brings me to the place you rest."

The office was silent. Outside, the harsh winds howled menacingly as it pounded the glass windows repeatedly, demanding entrance to destroy the warm and cozy atmosphere inside. The headmaster of Beacon Academy watched in sardonic amusement as the woman in front of him glared unflinchingly at the plate of chocolate chip cookies deposited on the table in front of her.

She broke her gaze from the baked goods and looked up at him.

"Is this a bribe?" She asked, a hint of annoyance coloring her tone. "Because, if it is, I am sad to say that it is not working."

Ozpin smirked at the irate girl, seemingly enjoying her distress. Her frown deepened and the beginnings of a scowl could be seen forming on her face.

"Are you so sure about that, Miss Ruby Rose?" He said coolly, green eyes peering at her from his seat. "Do not think for a moment, that I missed you grabbing a cookie and hiding it in your sleeve."

The girl of twenty looked away, cheeks dusting with red. True to what he said, there was indeed a cookie hidden in her long, black sleeve. Taking it out from its hiding place, she bit into said treat and savored the taste of sweet milky chocolate melting on her tongue. Ruby sighed in delight. Oh how she loved cookies, especially the chocolate chip ones. I wonder if he has any milk.

The headmaster tapped his cane on the carpet patiently, waiting for her to gobble down the rest of the cookies. He had to keep from smiling while watching her do so, it was akin to watching a hunger starved person set in front of a plate of food.

Ruby cleared her throat, acting as if she hadn't scoffed down a dozen or more baked treats in less than a minute. Wiping the crumbs of her pale cheek, she said: "Fine, I won't beat around the bush any longer, headmaster."

A pause.

"Well…unless you were in it."

She broke into a fit of giggles which caused Ozpin to sigh. Was this really one of the most powerful huntresses ever to graduate from Beacon academy?

He tapped his cane to gain her attention. Taking out a thin file from his desk drawer, he handed it over to Ruby. Beckoning her to open the file, he took out one similar to her own and began skimming over its contents, though he had read it once before, and waited for her to do the same. After several minutes of silence, Ruby spoke to him, her face painted in confusion.

"What the heck is this?"

"This is what I called you here for, Ruby." He said, and flipped the papers until it came to a rest at a single profile picture of a woman.

"I'm sure that you've heard that as an Alumni of the Beacon academy, you will eventually be called to lend a hand in one of our many requests from the public of Vale city." She nodded, and was startled when Ozpin gestured for her to flip to the same page as he. She did, and Ruby stared down at the picture of a startlingly good looking woman with electric blue eyes. The file also stated that this mysterious woman was two years older than her. She eyed the name at the bottom of the photo. Weiss Schnee. Wow, what an aristocratic nam – wait a second! Schnee? Isn't that the name of the Schnee dust company?

"Well, what has she got to do with this…whatever you're asking?"

Ruby asked; the confusion still evident on her face. Wasn't the headmaster going to send her on some perilous journey to slay Grimms or something? Maybe save a few villagers at least? What in the dust did this beautiful heiress have to do with anything actually?

"Recently, a dozen or so Beowolves ambushed a vehicle escorting the Heiress to her home. All her bodyguards were killed, and the only reason she survived was because she had her rapier, Myrtenaster. If she had been weaponless, there was no doubt that the Heiress would have been dispatched swiftly. Can you imagine the catastrophe that would follow after?" Ozpin said grimly, shaking his head and turning his gaze to stare out into the unravelling fields of snow and ice.

"The Schnee dust company would be without an Heir, and the Hunters would definitely be held responsible for it. Since the bodyguards were from the Beacon academy, he would have no qualms about throwing the blame on us. The president of Schnee is a cold and ruthless man. Our reputation would be utterly destroyed."

"Isn't it strange though?" Ruby asked once his speech was over, "Beowolves hunt in packs, but I've never heard of them staging an ambush before. At least, not outside their territory." She frowned. It sounded almost as if the Grimm were beginning to have minds of their own. The last thing everyone needed were intelligent monsters ambushing and killing people in the smaller towns in the outskirts of Vale. The many hunters and huntresses would also be at risk.

"That's another reason for calling you as well." Ozpin responded as he stared unblinkingly at her.

"The president of Schnee Dust personally asked for your assistance and wants you to investigate this strange behavior. He was scandalized to find out that a pack of Beowolves have settled in the forest near his daughter's home. It seems that your reputation has spread far and wide since you've graduated." He said bemusedly, and smiled when Ruby puffed out her chest in mock pride. "He's also searching for other top hunters as we speak. I know for a fact that Yang has been scouted as well."

Ruby perked up at that. Working with her sister sounded like a dream come true! Not to mention that the best of the best hunters would probably be there. I wonder what weapons they have. She thought excitedly. Ohhh maybe if I ask nicely, they would even spar with me! Hmm, should I bring some cookies? Maybe the ones with nut would be best. People like nuts. Or maybe I should bring the choc–

"Ahem."

"Ah, sorry. I got abit side tracked there. Say, do you have any more cookies? I'm still kinda hungry."

Ozpin rolled his eyes discreetly and said: "Pay attention, Ruby. As I was explaining, you will be getting one of the most important jobs."

Ruby stiffened, her spine going ramrod straight. This seemed unduly important. It wouldn't do for her to slack on her skills as a huntress. Any information available would be important. She learned that from her last job dealing with the Ursa. That thing had been huge. Oh crap, he's saying something. Pinching herself lightly to focus, she was stunned at what she heard next.

"Ruby Rose, you are hereby tasked with the job of being the personal bodyguard for the Schnee dust Heiress, Weiss Schnee. Good luck."