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**Communications through scrolls and other devices

Chapter 10 A little too late

(Location: Tucson's Book Trade book store downtown Vale Sonus continent Kingdom of Vale Remnant)

Hanzo has kept himself entertained for the past few days. He never imagined running a book store will be quite the task. Sure anyone would say it's boring it was no better than being in charge of the library of a school. At his age, it didn't bothered he like it very much. There were so many books he still hasn't read knowledge he was still unaware off. Tucson's collection really impressed him the faunus has gotten himself in the best. It was a shame not many saw the opportunity to come and buy his copies. They don't appreciate the joy that is reading. Young people these days would rather go to movies, arcades, fast food joints than spend a couple of minutes of their time to check these types of shop. The shop was opened for business and not a single customer has arrived yet. Well, it was still early in the morning but he knew this business would usually have slow days.

The old Huntsman has done everything from lining up all the books in categories, to sweep and polish everything. The place was more than ready for customers that is, if they do show up. Most importantly this was going according to plan. He was able to get Tucson to safety out of Vale. The puma faunus was now in Vacuo safe from any harm of the White Fang. Though he doubted Adam would send any of his men to go after him. More likely he will pay someone to take the man out. The commander hated traitors that will go against the cause of the group. How could have come to this from a peaceful group that strive for equality, to a terrorist one. Ghira should have never stepped down and let Sienna Khan take over, he must have lost hope in his dream. Whatever may be, the swordsman was expecting unwanted company. Today, tomorrow, any day he was that certain.

The samurai went to the back to get some fresh new books to put on the display window. If that will get anyone's attention not like he was expecting to earn money. Because it has been the same result for a couple of days. It made him wondered if Tucson was keeping the store standing with money he took from the White Fang. The faunus needed to do what's needed to be done in order to keep this charade. Make sure to convince the masses he was just a book shop owner than a fugitive from a terrorist group. His ears caught the sound of the jingle from the front door, customers. It has to be a miracle finally someone has come most likely it has to be elderly people. Not that he will complain, it was still a business after all. If he doesn't get any results then it will be unfortunate. Hanzo needed to get a lead on Adam before he leaves the kingdom. He has to go somewhere else in the coming days. So, he didn't had the luxury to stay here for too long.

As he went back to the counter of the shop his eyes were on the visitors and possible customers. There were two of them and they weren't old. Teenagers, a very rare sight. Checking them out that they were probably the same age as Jaune and his team. One was a girl with medium-brown skin and red eyes with mint green shoulder length hair with a straight fringe and bangs as well as two long locks on each side in the back. Her attire consist an intricate white top and an olive colored crop-top, on the back with white shorts decorated with a gold coin-plated belt with four gold chains draping around her back from two of the coins and what seems to be a green loincloth and brown heels. Hanzo noticed her weapons were sheathed on the back of her waist, a Huntress. Only Huntsmen and Huntresses can have their weapons in the open in case if there's an emergency.

The second person is a male with short silvery hair and eyes with a pale white complexion. Wearing a slate gray and black two-toned partial-zip jacket that covers his well built upper body, a single notched belt with a sash draped over it. Protecting his arms are a set of rerebraces vambraces. Long black pants with black shoes. This one didn't seemed to have a weapon like the brown skinned girl but he could tell he was also a Huntsman. At least, that's what it seems to be the case. In Hanzo's many years of experience he has learned to read people from a single glance and tell if they were shady or trustworthy. And these two, he had a bad feeling about them. Something was off and he didn't like it. His intuition told him that they could be related to Adam. Tucson's executioners. Or maybe it wasn't the White Fang commander at all and it was the doing of the person pulling his strings from behind the scenes.

"Welcome. If there's anything I can be of some assistance, please let me know" he gave them a cordial smile.

And he saw it, the expression the two teens gave to each other. It was of confusion like they weren't expecting to see him but someone else. His intuition could be right.

"This is Tucson's Book Trade?" asked the girl with mint green hair.

"Indeed. How can I help you?" he wasn't going to bother saying that silly motto the faunus came up with.

"Is Tucson here?"

That sure didn't take long looks like he was right. They were looking for the owner and it was clear as day why. These two are trouble they could be assassins paid by Adam or the mastermind himself. He doubted Roman Torchwick has anything to do with it. The thief was nothing more than a pawn in a game of chess and he was certain whoever helped him escape police custody must be said mastermind. Adam was the hardest one to control so whoever is in charge has to be strong to make the faunus agreed to help.

"I'm afraid he's unavailable. He's been feeling ill in the past couple of days I am taking over for him for the time being, until he's back at full health. My apologies."

"I see." She hide her tone of disappointment and anger but the swordsman noticed.

"Hey, where do you keep the comics?" asked the gray haired male.

"Left corner on the front."

"Thanks."

Hanzo kept a glance at the gray haired teen as he walked over to the comics section. At least he was keeping an appearance that he might be a potential customer and not someone who wants to kill the traitor book shop owner. The girl however, was doing a very poor job at hiding her intentions. Even now he could tell she wasn't happy with this turn of events. Questioning them wasn't a good idea. They will immediately suspect something is wrong. They could be aware by now with Tucson's absence. The old samurai couldn't risk it luckily he knows ways of getting information. And it doesn't include a hidden interrogation. He was waiting for the girl's reaction as she was now pretending looking around the books.

"See anything that has caught your interest?"

"Not yet, I will let you know."

"These are good. I like the art" the male smiled checking the comics.

"My word young lady, you're not doing a good job. You should take a few lessons from your friend" he had to chuckle in his head.

"Do you know when Tucson might come back?"

The gray haired teen gazed away from the comic staring at her. She just ignored him trying to keep a smile, so fake. Seriously he was starting to think she wasn't an assassin or even a mercenary. The male was better at it though.

"I said he wasn't feeling well. It's uncertain when he will get better. Do you have any business with him?" Hanzo knew he was risking it with the question.

"Well, not exactly we just-"

"We have seen enough" the male cut her off with a smile" you have a nice collection of comics too bad I'm not carrying enough lien."

"The shop will remain open until seven in the evening."

The girl was glaring at him and the older man took the chance at their exchange as he was able to take a quick shot with his scroll. The picture was perfect as he immediately put the device back in his pocket.

"We'll be on our way. Thanks for letting us know."

"On the contrary thank you. Come again soon."

As both teens left the shop Hanzo took his scroll again to see the picture. Those two are trouble all right. Even if he risked getting exposed. The male must have figured out the truth from his words. It didn't mattered, Tucson was long gone and safe from any danger. As for the picture he just took he send it before writing something on it.

To Qrow:

See what you can find on these two. Text me immediately when you do.

Hanzo sent the text and picture to the Branwen. His job here is done all he needed to do now is close the shop and be on his way. A sigh escaped his lips he will be missing his student Jaune. He has grown fond of him and his team. But a Huntsman's work is never done. Talking his weapon that was covered by a cloth he resumed with putting the close sing on the front door. Just as he negotiated with Tucson, the book shop will be sold and the lien will go to the faunus. The swordsman has no intention of keeping it.

"What do you think Mercury?" said the brown skinned girl as she and the gray haired male were walking the streets.

"It's not looking good. We might be a little too late. And you messed up Emerald, you were asking too many questions."

"I only wanted to know where Tucson is. I'd say he skipped town already."

"Yep, he must be in Vacuo by now. But don't beat yourself about it. It's not our problem it was Torchwick who screw up for letting that traitor get away. It's his fault not ours. Why should be the ones to clean up one of his messes?"

"I thought it would be better if we take care of it. We'll be doing Cinder a favor."

"Didn't she told us not to get our hands dirty while we're in Vale? I do remember her saying that."

"Aren't you curious why he left sooner than expected?"

"The guy knew the White Fang will be after him Em. Any traitor would have left the kingdom in a heartbeat.

"It's too convenient, something's up. It feels like someone warned him ahead."

"He must have his connections. It should be obvious someone snitched information."

Both stopped walking looking at each other at the sudden realization.

"You don't think…." started Emerald.

"That old man at the shop? Come on stop thinking too much you're being paranoid."

The girl rolled her eyes resuming walking with him. Great, they were returning to Cinder empty handed. But she still couldn't help but shake the feeling something was wrong. That older man must know something. Of course neither her or Mercury believed him when he said Tucson was feeling sicked. So he should be involved in the faunus leaving a whole lot sooner. Better tell the woman about their encounter with this man.

Ruby entered her team's dorm, they were still sleeping. It was a Saturday and it looks like they will be skipping breakfast because they were going to oversleep. It was okay, they've been hard at work so she can let it slide. Besides, this gave her time to continue working on her greatest creation yet. Jaune's new weapon the silver eyed leader couldn't contained her excitement it won't be long now. She came here to get some materials she left on her dresser before going back. The red cloak girl rolled her eyes hearing Nora's snoring and mumbling about pancakes. Once she had what she was looking for she silently left, softly closing the door behind her. The petite smiled was so wide as she walked the hallway. So close and it will be finish, she was looking forward to seeing her partner's reaction. Most importantly seeing that baby in action. This was going to be the best day ever.

"Just a few more touches."

Jaune, Ren and Nora were all feeling so much better after over sleeping. And now they were ready for some lunch. The cafeteria was always open seven days a week so they were lucky for being students of Beacon. Their leader wasn't here yet saying she needed to take care of something. The Arc just followed it up having a good idea it has to do with his new weapon. On the table next to their was NWYB eating their lunch. The Valkyrie was currently throwing white grapes at Yang as she was taking them right in her mouth. If she wasn't eating, she would be doing something to kill her boredom that's Nora for you. The blond stood in thought as he paused on his eating. His wooden sword was gone meaning he won't get any more training until he gets a weapon. There was also the issue that Hanzo wasn't in Vale. He mentally sighed hard to believe he was missing his training sessions.

"You're leaving?"

Jaune was shocked at what he just heard. Here he was hoping he will get more training done. He's been wanting to get in top shape since the Vytal Festival will be arriving soon. Also he's been kind of down after his wooden sword got destroyed. Maybe Hanzo will give him a new one and resumed where they left off. But now, he gets this piece of news. Wasn't expecting it, sure took him by surprised. It was the reason why the older swordsman has called him to the city instead of their usual spot. The city was never the place for training, his teacher would chose outside of the border. Where Grimm will be use as target practice to sharpen his skills. That won't be happening now. He sighed accidentally but it was clearly noticed by the older man.

"I have business to attend at Vacuo. I will be gone for a couple of weeks, perhaps more."

"Okay. Can you at least give me a new sword?"

"Unfortunately I don't have another wooden sword. You will have to wait until Ruby's done with your weapon."

"So I can't get any training then?"

"You can still practice the beginner course. Meditation, drinking tea and your katas. You don't need a sword to practice those. And also don't forget the naginata training you still have the long stick I gave you?"

"Yeah I really need to practice that more. I will do my best. Please be careful."

"You can always enjoy the free time to attend your studies. You can't leave your education behind."

"I know, my teammates keep me updated. So I get reminded to study for any tests."

"True teammates always help out each other."

Jaune wanted to ask him the reason he was leaving for Vacuo. Did it had something to do with Adam or, something different. He wasn't just his teacher but a veteran Huntsman. So he still has to do his duties as one traveling around and doing missions. His teacher put a hand on his shoulder giving him a warm smile. Which it was weird, Hanzo didn't smile often unless he will have a good reason for it. The Arc felt his expression and the smile as a sign of honesty. Most importantly, of trust.

"I'll return before you even know it."

"What about...The White Fang?" he hated bringing the faunus group due that it's commander used to be his apprentice.

"I doubt they will try anything, now that the Atlas military has arrived in Vale. With General Ironwood here they will most likely remain in hiding" that's what he thought anyway but it was hard to tell because he still didn't know about the mastermind behind them and Roman Torchwick.

That was sure true as the blond gave a nod" I'll keep on studying and training with my teammates for the Vytal Festival. I hope you get on time to see us win the tournament."

"So confident? That's good but don't get too overconfident. Remember overconfidence and arrogance are balance on the same scale. Just do your best and remember the training."

"You will arrive on time right?"

"I promise. You have my word."

"He gave me his word he will be here for the Festival, nothing to worry about. I'm used of having him around it's hard not to see him."

His thoughts were interrupted as Ruby finally made it to their table setting a big book. The title read" Best Day Ever Activities!". It made him smiled his partner and leader has already made plans for the coming semester. She has been so happy ever since they became a team. Then the idea of making him a weapon, meeting Penny and beating up Torchwick and the White Fang. Jaune decided not to bring Penny or the silver eyed girl might get down. They haven't seen or heard anything about her since the fight at the docks. She just vanished hopefully, she was all right.

"Friends and partners! Four score and seven minutes ago, I had a dream."

And the three members of the team had their full attention. Somehow, this was going to be good.

"A dream that one day, the four of us would come together, as a team, and have the most fun, anyone has ever had, ever!"

"I like that" replied Jaune.

"Me too" followed Ren.

"I hope we get to go somewhere cool like...That carnival that will be opening soon we are so have to go there!" said the hyped Nora.

"Already had it here" the silver eyed leader smiled touching the big book" there's everything, all sorts of fun with the point of kicking out the semester with a bang!"

"Well, I like to start my semester with a-"

"I don't want to hear it! This has nothing to do with you" she stopped her older sister from finishing the pun.

"That's mean sis."

"We've been through a lot these past two weeks and between more exchange students arriving and the tournament at the end of the year, our second semester is going to be great! But classes start up on Monday."

"Booo!" the Valkyrie obviously didn't like the idea.

"Which is why I have taken the time to schedule of series of wonderful events for us today."

"Wonder events?" spoke Weiss from the next table" like sleeping in and skipping breakfast."

"Give us a break ice queen it's a Saturday there are no classes and also, we've been busting our butts studying and training for the Vytal Festival. I think we deserve to oversleep for once" said the ginger head.

"We were tired" followed the Arc.

"And I approved as team leader because it's true. That's why I choose for us to spend a lot of fun between today and tomorrow for compensation of our hard work. No ifs or buts."

"That's a great idea hey how come we haven't thought about that?" said Yang turning to her teammates.

Weiss didn't had a clue, neither did Blake as she kept on taking notes from their last class. As for Pyrrha she just gave a nervous smile honestly she didn't know of any activities to come up with. She might exceed in combat but she was clueless when it comes to thinking outside of the box. Just like RNJR they have been studying and training for the upcoming tournament. The blond brawler sweat dropped at their reactions.

"Seriously you guys are freaking boring. Is my little sister the only one who knows how to have fun? And she's supposed to be socially awkward."

"She has a point" said Ren.

"Along with Jaune" followed Nora.

"I'm...I've been thinking about it but I just don't know. Maybe hang out with you guys" smiled the red head.

"That doesn't sound bad" Ruby stood in thought, though she wanted to spend more time with her team.

"Then it's decided. We'll go with whatever you have in that activity book after lunch."

"Might as well go with flow" said the heiress.

"Guess it won't hurt to go out and enjoy the weekend" replied Blake.

"Finally, this team is starting to talk some sense" the blond brawler was relief.

"So, what's the first thing on the list leader" the Valkyrie at the red cloak girl.

The petite has given a smirk getting close to her teammates whispering something. Nora's eyes widened as she smile in approval. Ren shook his head but he still smiled and so did Jaune. Looks like they agreed with their leader. The Valkyrie checked their trays,, turns out she did ordered a banana cream pie for dessert. Perfect this was going to be awesome. She turned to NWYB's table, they were talking not paying attention to them. This was their chance to strike. And suddenly it was Ruby who did the honors, taking the pie from her friend's hand and throwing it hitting the Schnee heiress right in her face. The opposite team gasped in shock while Nora was the first to laughed. Jaune and Ren sweat dropped, what has their leader gotten themselves into. The silver eyed girl got on the top of the table facing NWYB.

"First thing of activities, a food fight!"

The heiress removed the banana cream pie from her face glaring at the RNJR leader. Oh, it was on if she wanted a food fight she will get it. Glancing at her partner and leader she wanted this. It wasn't long until the rest of the cafeteria reacted starting to throw food. In seconds food was flying in all directions. The fight was wild as so many students got covered in all kinds of fruits and vegetables. Just like that, the cafeteria has turned into a battlefield. Both teams were also throwing any kind of food they can get their hands on. Their battle was fiercer as it was a real one where their lives are on the line. The other students stopped and ended up leaving in panic until they were alone. Both teams have set the tables as it was fortress as they were in a face off. RNJR on the left side, NWYB on the right. This was just the beginning of their bout as they stared into their opponent's eyes.

Neither teams were aware that Sun and his blue haired partner were present watching the whole thing. The monkey faunus was all smiles so excited a food fight in the cafeteria it was a classic.

"Hahahahah! I'm queen of the castle! I'm queen of the castle!"

"You guys are all going down!" said Yang as the rest of her teammates were ready to resume the fight.

"Justice will be swift, justice will be painful, it will be delicious!" cried the red cloak leader.

(Music: "Time to say Goodbye" from the RWBY volume 2 original soundtrack by Jeff Williams and Cassie Lee Williams)

Ruby gave the call ordering her team to take on each member of NWYB. Nora will fight Yang, heavy hitter versus heavy hitter, Ren will fight Blake, Jaune will fight Weiss and she will take care of Pyrrha. It was just a fun match but it can still be consider training. They have taken any near by food to use as a weapon. Blake used two pair of long bread, Weiss a swordfish not knowing where she got that, Yang two turkeys as gauntlet, Ren two broccoli sticks, Nora grabbed one of the poles from the roof and stabbed a melon creating the perfect makeshift of a hammer. Jaune didn't know what to do, not a single food resembles a sword so he will have to stick with anything available. The same with his partner as she grabbed a steel tray. Things got complicated as the red head leader has taken some bread going to the front lines. Looks like the reaper will have to face her sooner than she thought.

Ren and Blake were fighting, the same with Nora and Yang. Jaune suggested to Ruby to use the buffet table to their advantage since they didn't had any food that can be use to represent their weapons. Both ran ran off as Weiss and Pyrrha were a little taken back by such action. Still they won't make a mistake knowing underestimating their opponents could lead to defeat. The red head gave the order to her other teammates to keep fighting the other members of RNJR as she and her partner went after them. The Schnee heiress used her semblance casting glyphs to get ahead ready to attack the red cloak girl. The Arc came to her rescue using a tray to blocked the swordfish. The NWYB leader looked around seeing the bending machines an idea just popped in her head. With her semblance she ripped the large lids releasing dozens of soda cans. Once more using her polarity she unleashed a barrage of cans at the two.

Ruby used her semblance to get her partner to safety as both were behind the buffet table taking cover. The red head used her semblance again to lift the tables, not good. Weiss jumped to the other side as she clashed with the silver eyed girl. The blond used a tray to fend off her attacks before the reaper took a pie and threw it on her face. Unfortunately Pyrrha didn't saw her partner that had her face covered in pie and got hit by the soda cans knocking her out. The red head gasped but she kept on going, Jaune got in front of his partner using the tray to block any cans he could. But they were too many that he got caught and hit as he was knocked out. NWYB's was shocked seeing the Arc down, stopping her semblance in the process. This gave Ruby the chance to take the leader down as she ate a banana and threw the peel right in front of the red head. She went to check on the blond and that was her downfall slipping on the peel.

That was one down and one down from her team. The red cloak girl went to check on the others. It wasn't looking good for Ren as he was getting outmatched by Blake. The cat faunus has proven that she was more agile than him. The magenta eyed teen was send flying as he got KO'ed. Nora and Yang were still butting heads water melon hammer against turkey gauntlets. Showing that both girls were in the same level of strength. Then the tables were turned for the blond brawler as the Valkyrie hit her hard enough to send her flying and destroying the roof. She was sent sky high. The reaper smiled, another one downed leading only Blake while she and the ginger head were still standing. Ruby will be definitely writing about this food fight on her best day activities ever book. Blake was smart as she changed weapons through some sausages as a whip and took the water melon hammer away from her teammate's hands.

Using the sausage whip wrapping it in one of Nora's leg as the raven haired threw her on the other side, crashing with food and tables. Ruby glared she was the last one standing as well as the faunus guess this will be a stand off to declare the winner. Blake had her sights on the red cloak leader, this will decisive one. She kept holding the sausage as the reaper wasn't planning on losing. She used her semblance going fast like the wind with the trails of rose petals following, the force dragged Pyrrha and Weiss's body along with all the food forming a tornado. The faunus was shocked as she got caught in it, there was nothing she could do. They were slammed to the wall as the match was over declaring RNJR the winner. Ruby cheered loudly how long she's been wanting to participate in a food fight. That was one thing checked out of their best activities book. Too bad the cafeteria looked like a war zone wasteland.

(Music end)

"I love these guys."

Sun turned to Neptune who was covered in what seemed grape juice or soda. The double doors opened revealing a not so happy Goodwitch arrived using her abilities to rewind the whole place. Placing all the tables and chairs back where they were it was done quickly.

"Children please, do not play with your food."

Even with the warning the two teams didn't listened. Sure they were beat and covered in food but they were actually laughing. Yang finally returned hitting the ground and she laughed too. Has to be the craziest fight she has ever been to, the others were feeling the same way. Oh yeah, this was something they needed to do. Too bad nobody recorded it. Ozpin arrived shortly looking amused but he changed his expression as he needed to set an example being the headmaster.

"Let it go" he touched the blond teacher's shoulder.

"They're supposed to be the defenders of the world" the woman gave a sigh.

"And they will be. But right now they're still children. So why not let them play the part? After all, it isn't a role they will have forever."

The headmaster walked out while the teens were still laughing. Ozpin might have let this incident slide but not Goodwitch. She adjusted her glasses as she marched straight right at RNJR and NWYB. The two teams turned to see the teacher glaring at them. If she was upset it will be an understatement boy she was probably glaring holes in their heads. Ruby stood with a smile on her face, of course she was nervous while fidgeting. The food fight was her idea after all.

"Professor Goodwitch heh...We were just...Having a little fun…."

She kept glaring at them making everyone nervous.

"It was just a joke. You see this…." she started gazing everywhere before Jaune gave her the activities book that was covered in food.

"We had this idea of making great extracurricular activities as a team and we even invited NWYB too. I have wrote so many for this weekend before classes start…."

Yang couldn't helped but laughed at the extracurricular part.

"….."

"Heh heh...Are we in trouble?"

"…."

It would have been a miracle if Goodiwitch would pretend she never saw the mess the students made with the school cafeteria. Unfortunately, that didn't happened. The teacher was very strict and by the book someone who will follow rules no matter what. So she gave team RNJR and NWYB for the rest of the weekend. Both teams were now in the library though it was another miracle the teacher didn't gave them a whole week or more. Ozpin must have sweet talked her to go easy on them at least, that's what they think. Members of NWYB were reading while others were playing games on their scrolls. The opposite team were playing a board game Ruby brought. Yang recognized the game it's a strategic game where four players choose to be one of the four kingdoms in an attempt to conquer Remnant. Pretty fun but it will be a pain if you don't how it works.

So she was playing games on her scroll while her little sister gets to play the board game with her teammates. It should be obvious they are her team. The blond brawler will have to tell her she would want to play later or maybe in the next round. She didn't care if she got detention the food fight was awesome and a great idea. From the look of things Nora was the one dominating the game while the rest sweat dropped. The Valkyrie was being merciless as Vacuo was reigning supreme over the other kingdoms. Ren sighed and he has pretty much given up as almost all of his forces were wiped out, Jaune had half of his forces and he was trying to make a comeback. Ruby was doing her best to come up with a strategy so Atlas can prevail because Vale and Mistral are in big trouble. Weiss wasn't happy as they were making a lot of noise, forgetting where they are. Just when she thought she could get some studying done.

Blake on the other hand, was in deep thought. The raven haired girl was holding a book but her mind was pretty sure somewhere else. It was noticed by her teammates and they had a strong guess it has to do with the White Fang. They were able to stopped Roman Torhcwick and any White Fang members helping him during the docks. But they found out the thief has been rescued by a mysterious person on his way to the police station. The cat faunus knew Adam couldn't have been that person making her think that there could be someone else involved, a third party.

"You might as well surrender to the queen of the castle. I have this game won" grinned Nora.

"I...I give up. I declare my kingdom to surrender to the might of Vacuo" said Ren.

"Ha, that's one down. No more Mistral. What about you Jaune?"

"I just can't surrender Vale. I have a responsibility to the people."

"Then you can sit back and watch as I crush your kingdom" the Valkyrie kept her grin.

"Oh boy, I might throw in the towel" muttered the Arc.

"Not so fast, it's my turn" Ruby was determined checking her cards.

"Usually Yang is the one who wins the game now it's Nora. What can I do neither me or Jaune doesn't stand a chance against her army."

"I give up" said the blond" sorry but my hand is horrible and I won't last another turn."

"Down goes Vale. Looks like Atlas is all that remains from me conquering Remnant."

"I'm not giving up!"

"You tell her sis" replied the blond brawler.

"Excuse me may I have to remind you we are in a library? Silence please" scolded Weiss.

"Sup' losers" Sun smiled at the group.

"Right I forgot that you're an actual leader of your own team" said the heiress.

"Guys, I want you all to meet my partner Neptune" he pointed to the blue haired teen next to him.

"So, libraries are supposed to be for reading last I checked" said Neptune.

"I make it whatever it is. I'm playing games on my scroll trying to beat my old record and others around Remnant" said Yang

The blue haired teen's eyes widened as he walked over to the blond brawler. Weiss frowned because she thought he was cure but instead his attention was on Yang.

"Is that Honkai Impact 3? I love that game, I have it on my scroll too."

"Cool. Don't mind having you as my pal so we can beat Honkai together."

"Your captain level is 70, mine's only 64. And wow you have so many Valkyries."

"Patience is the key, collecting fragments is a real pain. I just made sure to have lots of crystals. My favorite is Fu Hua she's the one who uses her fists and kicks I'm a pro with her."

"Mine's Durandal she's the strongest of the Valkyries. By the way I'm from Haven."

"Patch" replied the brawler.

"What about me?" Nora got annoyed mentioning her last name.

"They're talking about the game. The fighters are known as Valkyries" replied Ren of course he knew about Honkai Impact 3.

"That can be so confusing" said the ginger head.

Neptune and Yang were hooked as the blue haired teen took his scroll showing the brawler his account and progress. Weiss decided to ignore them acting like a couple of geeks because of some silly game. Blake kept on reading while Pyrrha and Weiss were talking to Sun. Ren and Jaune joined them shortly while Nora and Ruby were still in their match.

Team RNJR were walking the hallways heading back to their dorm. Nora was feeling so happy because she won the strategic board game giving quite the defeat to their leader. Ruby was pouting expecting she will finally win for once instead of her older sister. She was good at the game but not as good as Yang and apparently, not as good as the Valkyrie. As for NWYB they decided to stay at the library even when they have completed the hours from their detention. On the way they saw three people wearing a black uniform, two females wearing checkered skirts with white socks and black shoes the third was a male. The team have never seen them before but it was obvious because they were wearing the uniform from Haven Academy. The one with the ashen black hair and amber eyes seemed to be older than the other two. While the other had dark skin with short minty green and the male had gray hair.

"You guys are new students?" asked the red cloak leader.

"Yes, visiting from Haven" replied the amber eyed woman.

"You must be here for the Festival" said Ren.

"Don't exchange students have their own dorms?" followed Jaune.

"Yeah I think it's east from here" replied Nora.

"Thanks, we were getting a little lost" said the dark skinned girl.

"Later" followed the gray haired male.

"Maybe we'll see you around" smiled the ashen black haired woman.

"Welcome to Beacon!" said the red cloak petite.

The three left leaving the team on their own in the hallway. They stood in thought for a while until they were gone taking the left side.

"Okay…." Ruby muttered.

"Didn't they look…." paused the Arc.

"Weird? I'll say" replied the Valkyrie.

"The one with black hair, doesn't she seem a little older for a student?" said the magenta eyed teen.

"She probably failed once or twice" the silver eyed girl came to conclusion.

Ruby smiled gazing at Jaune who was looking at some of his notes from class. Guess he was preparing him for the coming classes. While Ren and Nora were playing on their scrolls the Valkyrie's favorite MMO game. She will give it a shot but first there was something very important she needed to do. The petite finally made the finishing touches on her latest creation and she couldn't wait for her partner's reaction when he sees it. Minding her business she went to below the bunk bed of her blond partner making sure not to get his attention. Right where she put it, oh wait she forgot to cover it. It's supposed to be a surprise and she couldn't just show him the damn thing just like that it has to be special. And he was right there how will she pull this off without him seeing it.

"Jaune?"

"Hm?" the blond looked away from a book staring at his partner and leader.

"Can you...turn around for a moment?"

"What for?"

"Just do it" she pouted why is he arguing with his leader.

"You're finally done with his weapon?" Nora looked away from her scroll to her two teammates.

"We figure that was the case. We've seen you carrying things as you left the dorm many times" said Ren.

"It's supposed to be a secret" she pouted again.

"You're going to give it to me? Okay, I'll turn around" the Arc left the bed turning his back to the petite.

"Whenever you're ready."

"Close your eyes, turn around, face me and lift your arms."

The blond sweat dropped, so what was the point of him turning around in the first place. But he won't argue obeying his leader he turned back to her with eyes close and his arms lifted. Ruby smiled as she didn't said a word, she kept him waiting long enough. Jaune felt something long on his hands of course he knew it was his new sword a katana due to his training with Hanzo. It was a little heavy Was he touching the sheath, it was solid like it was made of metal. Now he really wanted to see it because he was dying to see his new weapon. The petite leader finally told him to open his eyes. Blue eyes widened staring at the weapon at first he was in shock, then in awe. The metal sheath was a dark gray there was a mechanism around the part where the handle of the sword is. And speaking of the sword it was indeed a katana, the handle was colored white with gold lining on the borders. The Arc was amazed by the sight his hands even trembled from the excitement.

He finally unsheathed the blade, blue eyes widened again and once more he was in awe. The blade was colored silver and it was bit of a curve just like the usual katanas. It wasn't light but it was perfect in his hand. Ren and Nora were staring at him yep, he likes it while Ruby was anxiously waiting his response to her masterpiece. Seriously in her opinion she deserves a pat in the back for a job well done. She spent hours, days and weeks making this baby. A lot of sweat, hard work and effort were put to make this exceptional weapon. Yet, the blond was still silent staring at the sword with an awe expression. Pretty much he was speechless, not knowing what to say. His brain was failing in processing any information so he can put into words. The fact hit him, this was made by a fifteen year old girl that got skipped two years to become a Huntress in training.

"So, what do you think? Don't keep me in suspense" she was pouting.

"Yeah tell us already" said Nora.

"It looks amazing" followed Ren.

"I….." again the blond was speechless.

"Do you like it because I'm not taking no for an answer?"

"Jaune?" spoke the Valkyrie he looked like he was lost in thought.

"This is...I have no idea what to think. You really made this?"

"Yep. I consider it a great achievement in my life. But just tell me already, what do you think?"

"It's unbelievable, it's great no it's beyond great. Outstanding one of a kind. Holy crap Ruby I knew you were amazing but this wow, this takes it to another level."

"I'm awesome I know it" she smiled as her cheeks got red.

"I just know master will love it wait till he sees it" the Arc was smiling losing himself at the sight of the katana.

"Glad you like it but there's still more."

"Is it a gun?" that his obvious guess.

The red cloak girl giggled as she took the weapon from his hands along with the sheath.

"Watch closely."

She pressed a button on the mechanism changing form, she put the sword backwards. The handle first with the blade facing the opposite direction. Pressing another button the sheath has increased in length. Eyes widened from the three as they witnessed the katana turning into a different weapon. It resembles a spear but Jaune knew exactly what it was as he was shocked.

"No way...It's also a naginata?"

"Right. I read one of those samurai books from the library. The katana isn't the only weapons they used, they also use the naginata."

"You didn't tell us about that Ren" said Nora turning to her partner.

"I didn't know" true his father never told him about it.

"That's true. Master has also taught me to use one though, I really need to practice my katas with it more. He gave me a longer wood which I kinda lost it during one of my training sessions heh heh. I'm not as good with a naginata but anyway this is so amazing Ruby."

"Now you will be able to. But wait, there's more!"

"More?" then the Arc smiled" is it also a gun?"

"How did you know?" she pretended to be shocked.

The silver eyed leader was so excited holding the naginata reaching for the end of the handle. Jaune was smiling not just at the weapon but as his partner. She was probably happy for the whole team showing off her new creation. The petite was pointing to a button.

"Here's the trigger. It fires mini homing mines that will lock on to the enemy, then after a few seconds boom!"

"Homing mini mines?" that was a complete new one for the Arc.

"That sounds awesome, let's see it!"

"We don't want to destroy our dorm" reminded Ren to his partner and childhood friend.

"Do they just explode into contact?" asked the blond.

"No, they stick on the enemy like glue. You can also program the mines to the desire time limit to detonate."

"Wow" that's all he could say.

"You can practice on your own later. Don't forget you have to practice with the naginata, don't want Hanzo to get upset."

"Never. Ruby all of this is…." he suddenly paused.

The rest of the team noticed that he was tearing up. The tears fell feeling so happy. To think someone will go this far just to make him a weapon just for him. These are his friends, who stood by his side even when he told them the truth. They have accepted him with his flaws.

"What's wrong, you okay?" Ruby suddenly got worried.

"I'm-Okay, I'm just overjoy that you were willing to do all of this just for me that's all."

"I volunteered silly remember?"

"No, you kept saying it's a secret or a surprise but it sounds the same" Nora smirked.

"No teasing!" the red cloak girl blushed.

"Either way, I'm sure Jaune was still surprised even if he was expecting a katana" smiled Ren.

"I knew it will have to be a gun but I wasn't expecting to turn into a naginata too. Anyway, I'm more than grateful Ruby. You have no idea how much this means to me" he dried his tears.

"No biggie, just make sure to look after it. Clean it, polish it and give it maintenance. It's also a Huntsman duty that his weapon is working properly."

"Will do leader!" the blond gave a salute.

"Don't forget to give it a name. Now if you'll excuse me I got the munchies. Cookies and milk are calling me!" she gave him the weapon before using her semblance to leave the dorm in a blink of an eye.

Jaune smiled still staring at the weapon then he got bombarded with questions from Nora. Obviously he wasn't listening because he was still in awe at the sight. Ren went after his partner trying to calm her down before she gives the Arc a heart attack. The blond was suddenly in deep thought looking at his weapon. It's appearance and the fact that it fire homing mines, it all sounded expensive. Just how much did Ruby spent in making this. Everything screamed expensive as hell maybe enough to drain anyone of his wallet. Sure he was thrilled but the idea of lien spending was worrying him. Asking the girl herself, he doubted she won't say anything. And he doubted she told anything to their teammates when it comes to the cost. Does someone besides her knows. For now he will enjoy his new weapon as a reminder to practice his naginata katas in the coming days.

It was just another night at the Klub it will always get crowded on a weekend. Junior has taken over the bar area serving plenty of drinks. Nothing to complain about more customers equals more money. The dance music blasted the whole area as they were all moving their bodies to the rhythm. The DJ wearing a bear costume was lit putting all kinds of remixes. Best part no one has acted like an asshole yet. Usually Melanie and Miltia will be kicking someone out by now. But it was actually going pretty good. The man didn't know if he should be glad or worried. Sometimes good thins happen before they turn for the worse, or so they say. Business was being very good so why was he troubled more like nervous. He saw the twins staring at him as if they could read his mind. The owner just waved his hand as a way to tell them that it was all good. Everything was all right, another great night in his joint.

"Damn it, I'm being too paranoid. Just take a freaking breather."

Maybe he was feeling this way because of Hanzo's words. But it wasn't the first time Junior will face danger or his life will be at risk. Sure, he knew his other job can put him in so much trouble. It was profitable because he was earning more money than usual providing all sorts of gossip and intel. So he will resume with what he does best, running his place and tell any important information to those that are willing to pay for it. Then his chest tightened as he got such a horrible feeling making him stopped at what he was doing. The front doors of the Klub has suddenly opened catching his attention. Eyes widened as he saw groups of men wearing masks and a very familiar uniform. The White Fang they have entered with rifles as the music stopped and the people started panicking. It has to be when everything was going so smoothly in his business, he cursed his luck.

"EVERYONE SHUT UP!"

The man with the chainsaw shouted the people were all trembling seeing so many weapons. Junior's men and the Malachite twins immediately reacted but the man himself told them to stop and be on stand by. One wrong move and there will be a blood bath. Too many innocent people are involve and he didn't wanted things to get ugly. He remained calm, he has already sounded the silent alarm it won't be long before the police gets here. Fucking faunus think they can just barged in here and threaten his customers. Leaving the bar with arms raised the owner went to the faunus with chainsaw who seems like he was in charge. Could this be the Adam Taurus Hanzo spoke.

"Look pal, I'm sure we can come to an understanding no need to point weapons. Whatever the reason you're here. I doubt you and your buddies would like some liquor."

"Keep quiet!"

The faunus punched his face sending him to the ground. Okay, maybe that wasn't the right thing to say. This is the White Fang so he should be more directive when it comes to the group's beliefs.

"Just to let you know, we don't hate faunus. Everyone is treated equal here."

"Equal?"

A new figured arrived to the Klub his outfit different than the others colored in black. This gave Junior the idea that this guy has to be the top dog of the group.

"Such a word doesn't exist between our species. Nothing but a dream to keep our kind at ease, while faunus are being torture and killed elsewhere."

"Let me guess, you're Adam right?"

"Very perceptive of you. Makes me wonder how your learned of me."

"A hunch that's all. Why are you here? From what I've heard on the news your group is only been interested in dust lately. Guess what, this isn't a dust shop. I'd say you go the wrong place bud. No need to form a scandal. If you go now it will all be fine. We can pretend nothing happen and the party can resume."

"We're not here for dust. Our business tonight is a different one" said Adam in a cold tone.

"Is it money you want? I have a safe filled with lien it's all yours, if you take your men and go now" he needed to kill time until the cops arrive.

"Are you Hei Xiong?" asked the commander.

"That's me. Everyone calls me Junior."

Adam kept walking towards him, he was so intimidating. Behind his mask his eye was filled with anger. Yet, the owner of the Klub stood with a strong front those damn cops better show up already.

"If there's one thing I can't stand more than a human is a human snitch."

"Excuse me?"

"Drop the act. I know you've been snitching on anyone things that you shouldn't be saying. All for a small fee. You will do anything for money, even sell your soul. You're nothing but scum sticking your nose where it doesn't belong."

"I own this place, I serve drinks, I provide music, I provide a good time for my customers. I have no idea what you're talking about, you must have the wrong-"

Junior stopped as Adam has unsheathed his sword Blush pointed it right at his neck at impressive speed. Melanie, Miltia and his men reacted while the people present in the Klub were ready to die from panic.

"I hate liars even more. Just admit it. I know you're the one who told my former master where to find one of my hideouts where we were keeping those human prisoners, I bet you also told him where to find the traitor Tucson. Opening your big mouth is going to cost you."

"Master? Is he talking about Hanzo? Old man never told me."

"Sir! The police is here!"

"Blow them all out!"

Members have taken rocket launchers at the four patrol cars that have recently arrived. They didn't got the chance as the faunus fired the weapons destroying all of the vehicles killing the officers inside. The people panicked as the other members kept pointing their weapons. Junior glared so much for relying on the law, he could sure use blondy right about now.

"Next you're going to tell me you didn't called the cops on us."

"All right, you made your point. It's me you want. Take me but leave everyone else alone, they have nothing to do with this."

"Junior don't!" shouted Melanie.

"For a snitch, you can be noble. But sorry no deal. You see Junior there are consequences for snitching. Your actions are going to cost you dearly...With blood."

The man couldn't keep his cool anymore as his bad feeling grew worse. There was no turning back this bastard was willing to do anything, he's insane.

"KILL THEM ALL!"

The people screamed as the faunus were firing their weapons along with Junior's men. There were faunus among the crowd but the commander didn't care. If they're not with him they're against him.

"LEAVE NO ONE ALIVE!"

Junior ran off telling his men to do whatever it takes to protect the people. They were civilians they didn't know shit about fighting. But his floor was already stained with blood from the innocent, so many people dead already. Even his men have been wiped out. The one with chainsaw was enjoying himself cutting people to pieces. He grabbed Melanie and Miltia's hand heading to the back room. The police will eventually call for backup but that won't a thing. Right now he needed to get away and take the girls to safety. That wasn't all no matter how skilled the twins are he knew they won't be able to last against the White Fang commander. Something tells him he was on another level than the others.

"Where we going?!" asked Miltia.

"To a safe spot. There's a hidden passage that leads to the sewers at the storage room. Take it and don't look back!"

"What about you?!" Melanie didn't like this just like her sister.

"Someone has to teach them not to mess with my club."

"We're not letting you face them alone-"

"I'm giving you an order so there's no room to argue. You saw what happened out there. No matter how good you two are you will either die by them or by that son of a bitch Adam!"

"What was that about me?"

The three panicked seeing the commander of the White Fang behind them. Holding Wilt ready to spill some blood.

"You made one big mistake coming here."

"How amusing, you have that backwards."

"You two leave."

"We're not-"

"I said GO DAMN IT! The passage is in the left corner next to the Vacuo whiskey. Just push the wall forward" he whispered.

The twins were in tears not wanting to leave him like this.

"We can't lose you" the girl in white whispered.

"I'll be right behind you. Trust me."

"You've always been a bad liar" followed Miltia.

"How about I make things fair?" spoke the faunus commander" I'll give you time to fetch your weapon and defend yourself. It doesn't matter how many cops show up, we'll kill them. You can only rely on yourself."

"Fine by me. I'll be more than happy to kick your crazy ass."

The twins stared at each other as if they were reading their minds. They knew what to do as they suddenly grabbed the owner and ran off.

"What the hell are you two doing?!"

"Saving you stupid!" replied Melanie.

The girls took Junior to the storage room as they heard Adam calling for back up. They immediately closed the door locking it.

"Where's the passage?" said the twin in red.

"I already told you where it is!"

"Over here!"

The twin in white called to them heading to the left corner there was a large amount of whiskey from Vacuo. This was the right place. Junior did the honors knowing which wall to press. It suddenly opened revealing the passage. The twins could smell the foul stench coming from inside, definitely a sewer. There was also a slide for fast travel. An explosion was heard as the door to the storage room has been destroyed. Adam arrived with the lieutenant by his side.

"Humans are all cowards."

"Get in! Hurry!"

The Malachites got in and Junior was about to join them. Then, they saw as a sword just right passed his chest. Adam stood behind as he stabbed him with Wilt. His body was now filled with blood as the girls stood in shock. The owner pushed them as they went through the slide leaving. Both were screaming his name.

"I gave you a chance to keep yourself alive and you threw it away. How pathetic."

"Let's be honest" the man coughed blood" we both know...You weren't planning in keeping your word whether I had my weapon or not. You were going to kill me anyway. We're both liars…."

"Tch, at least we can agree on something."

The commander pushed his sword as Junior lost more blood hitting the ground. He was already dead. Adam grinned as he removed Wilt covered in blood making it's red color brighter.

"Everyone in the building is dead" said the masked lieutenant arriving.

"Good. Take the snitch's body outside and do one of your works. But make sure he's recognizable. Don't forget to leave a note as a reminder we aren't to take lightly. As for the place, burn it to the ground."

The man nodded taking Junior's body. Adam stared at the secret passage no need to go after those two he has already wasted enough time here. After cleaning his sword he sheathed it walking off. One less snitch to worry about.

"If you were only here to see this, master."

To be continued

-Yes folks I'm alive, I'm all right I have just been busy during the month. I am sorry for not updating and for keeping Paladin and the Guild Heroes delayed.

-I am planning to keep it that way because I want to continue updating this story. I have so many ideas and motivation for this story is on full.

-Jaune's new weapon has finally been revealed. A katana that changes into a naginata and fires homing small mines similar to Yang's upgrade from v7. I will need for you guys to give it a name but I want it to end with Rose something like Wind Rose maybe something in Japanese. Please I really need help with that.

-Is it just me or has this chapter gotten quite dark? Junior's dead along with countless of innocent people, what will become of Melanie and Miltia?

-As for the food fight I did it a bit different from canon. A little short but that's how I wanted it to be.

-Am I hooked with Honkai Impact 3? What makes you think that? Is it because I included it on this chapter? Yang being an addict of the game along with Neptune lol.

-Okay I have to get this off my chest how in the hell Ozpin, Ironwood, Goodwitch, others and students didn't seem suspicious of Cinder, Emerald Mercury? Well not exactly Em and Merc because they're teenagers but Cinder she's supposed to be in her early to mid twenties you don't think people will start wondering "hey that student looks too old to be an actual student" Ruby think she failed more than once but they have to know something's not right. I just can't believe Ozpin never suspected them and all their plans came true. Maybe Cinder was right when she told him" such arrogance" after finding out the Fall Maiden was underground of the school. You can bet I will be doing things a little different from canon.

-I decided to go with this version of Jaune's weapon though ZonZus had different ideas for it. But since I haven't heard anything from him for months I decided to do it like this. I believe it was a suggestion from one of the reviewers. I pray for ZonZus' safety as well as his family.

-Replying to reviews:

*Guest- your first question yes, I will be giving those side characters more screen time during v2 and 3. I love making things more original than in canon. Your second question I have no idea Elizabeth Maxwell is part of KV is it true? I love her and if she's really one of those brainwashed zombies then my respect for her will be gone.

*Dragon lord Syed 101- I'm actually showing Adam a bad guy instead of an obsess psycho that can't move on from his ex and yeah I would like Jaune getting a hair to Link's from BOTW. And whose videos I should watch? I know it's been a while since I updated.

*Ultimate Kuuga- lol I am planning in making the next encounter to be one to remember.

*Spartan Ash- thank you here's the new chapter and sorry for taking so long.

*Kopul- thank you.

*GriMMrock- I hope with this chapter you can see that Adam is more than just a psycho obsess looking for his ex. He's really bad in this story and he really hates humans. It's not just about Blake anymore.

*Andres Fernandez- thank you glad you like the story so far. And I have plans but I just can't see Jaune fighting Adam I'd say this is more between him and Hanzo, teacher and student.

*Haseo55- maybe I like that you bring Power Rangers SPD it's been so long since I have seen it. But yeah Hanzo may be old but he has shown his stronger than he looks and we still haven't seen his full potential. His real weapon hasn't been reveal yet that will be a surprise for the future.

*Sigma-del-Prisium- lol yeah she sure did.

*Guest- I guess but to me he's more like the legendary samurai Jubei Yagyu with some of Hanzo Hattori.

*Gabriel443- gracias espero que te sigan gustando la historia.

*GunBlade2019- thank you I always like giving a different twist to Jaune.

*RedDragonRaven- I will keep those suggestions in mind remember I will be changing his outfit during the time skip of v4 and eventually v7.

*Luffy L Deathwalker- I agree Gen Lock was the nail in their coffin that hit them hard spending their entire budget on the show and hiring expensive actors like Michael B. Jordan.

*Exile Soul Nomad- he's dead I guess it was predictable after reading the last chapter. I wish I could give you a design of Jaune's new weapon. But I already said why I don't have it available.

*Bryan217- no I already said which character he's based on.

*The Exiled Darkness- I understand but I wanted to try something new I like Crocea Mors but I've been wanting to do this from the start of the story.

-As always thank you very much for the reviews, favs and follows I really appreciate it.

Next time: Fueling the Fires of Hatred