Hey guys, Constable Paperbag here. I thought I'd write something fun on the side, whilst working on my other story. Power is Red is a dark fic, so to even it out a bit, I figured something lighthearted would keep things a bit more happy. This will be updated often as well, although chapter length may not be as long. They'll definitely be longer than this prologue anyway.

Enjoy

Chapter 1 - Date Prep

Jaune combed his hair for what must have been the hundredth time, as he stared hard at himself at the mirror.

This was it. The day most young men feared when in a relationship. For the longest time, Jaune hadn't really worried about such a day. After all, he never expected him of all people, to hold down a steady relationship for too long. Hell, he thought it'd be a miracle if it lasted even a week. He knew he was an awkward, goofy, mess of a man, who probably needed an instruction manual just to get through life.

But, somehow, he had done it. He had been together with someone for not just one, but three months. Three wonderful months that he wouldn't change for the world. He didn't know what he had done to get so lucky, but it had worked. Maybe his dad had been right all along. Maybe confidence really was all he needed.

… Nah, Jaune thought as he remembered how his first date went. How he blushed and stammered each time he was given a compliment. How he nearly had a heart attack when his hand got held. Oh, his date had found it charming, and wanted to continue with their relationship with him. But he knew that it sure as hell wasn't his confidence that had won them over.

However, none of that was important right now. What was important, was what was about to transpire. You see, after three months of being in a healthy and stable relationship, his partner and requested he meet their family. They gave him a week's notice in advance, just to have him stop hyperventilating and give him a chance to prepare himself. Needless to say, next week had come much quicker than expected.

He was finally gonna meet his partner's family!

"C'mon, Jaune. You can do this. Be a man for god's sake!" he told himself as he still stared at himself in the mirror. Did he look presentable? How was his hair? Oh god, a million questions were running through his mind. What would the parents be like? Would they approve of him? What would he do if they didn't? How was his hair?

Jaune thought he was gonna have a heart attack. He had taken all the necessary precautions to prepare. He had practiced speaking formally, eating with proper table manners, dressing nicely to avoid looking like a slob. His older sisters often brought back their lovers to their house for dinner, so he had picked up a few things observing them. Though, Solomon Arc never did look too thrilled with anyone associated with his daughters in that way. Come to think of it, Jaune had alway been a bit protective of them too.

But now, the tables had turned. Now he'd be the one put under the spotlight. He had to make a good impression, he had to! His entire relationship could be on the line just from one little family meetup.

For god's sake, how was his hair!?

"You're losing it, Jaune," he told himself, "Just breath. Remember what you've learnt, and this will be a cakewalk. Maybe just give 'em a bit of the 'ol Arc charm. That ought to convince 'em." Though come to think of it, his partner may have said hold back on that "charm" just a little bit. Unless he decided he no longer needed his tongue and/or legs.

Argh, he'd already screwed up and he hadn't even met them yet!

"Stay focused!" he scolded himself, "You're not gonna be some bumbling idiot around them. You'll be the ultimate smooth talker. Simply say what they want to hear, and they'll be putty in your hands." At least, that was another piece of advice his dad had given him. Still, at least he believed he would make a good impression.

Yes, when he told his own family that he was in a relationship, the reception had been… mixed. His dad had patted him on the back, boasting about how what a great wingman he was. His mother became both teary eyed - going on about how they "grow up so fast" - but also very sinister, as she threatened to destroy all who would defile her baby boy. His younger sisters didn't even believe him, but his older ones had. Two had given him the advice on what to say and how to dress, whilst the other two made great efforts to keep tabs on his partner, just so that they weren't doing anything to hurt Jaune behind his back.

His family was neat.

But now, it was time to meet family number two. And boy, was that time approaching. He didn't even realise, until he looked at his watch, that he had been staring at himself in the mirror for thirty minutes. He usually only needed fifteen. Though, he thought him going the extra mile was warranted for today.

He then got a text from his partner, telling him where to meet them. With deep breath, he walked away from the mirror - though quickly went back for one more sweep of the hair - and walked towards the door. This was the moment he had prepared for. It was time to meet his destiny!

Or, if things went poorly… his maker.

He made his way outside into Beacon's courtyard, where they had both agreed to meet. His partner was waiting for him, with a cheerful look on their face.

"They you are," they said, "I thought you chickened out. What kept you."

"Sorry for the wait," he said sheepishly, "I just wanted to make sure I looked good. Y'know, for your family."

"Just my family?" they said with an eyebrow raised, causing Jaune to give his trademark blush and stammer.

"W-well yeah, but also for you too. I mean, it's the least I could do to make-" they silenced him with a quick kiss on the cheek. That always calmed him down.

"You don't need to crazy over this," they said softly, "They'll love you just as much as I do." The words were comforting, but it was what they said earlier that made Jaune's heart skip a beat.

Love

His partner loved him? Well that was great, cause he loved them right back. Oh wow, his mind was processing too much to make any sense of this day. He then felt fingers entwine with his. He always loved it when they held hands.

"Now come on," they said reassuringly, "No more worrying. Everything's gonna be fine." Well, when they put it like that, how could Jaune not believe them?

"Your right," he said, "Sorry, guess I just panicked. I do that sometimes."

"Yeah, but that's what makes you adorable," they laughed. The pair of them then made their way out of Beacon, still hand in hand. Jaune had a better feeling about today all of a sudden.

"By the way Jaune, your hair looks good."

Yes!

Well, there's the first chapter done. As I said before, don't worry, chapters will be much longer than this. In this fic, Jaune will be meeting the families of many of the RWBY characters. What fun he will have. I don't really have an upload schedule when it comes to fics. All I can say is, you won't have to wait too long for each chapter. Thank you for reading.