My first story. English is not my primary language and candid feedback is appreciated.
I do not own RWBY and make no monetary gain from this. Writing is for entertainment purposes only.
Update: A big thank you to Blood Shinobi for proofreading the chapter and suggesting improvements.
Update 2: This chapter was revised on the 25th of December 2016. Key moments were expanded upon to clarify important points, additional dialogue was added to better show the dynamic between Ruby and Weiss, characterization was improved in general, and necessary adjustments were made to enhance the text flow and to better set the scene for the story.
Finally, please be aware that this story was conceived before volume 4 started. It is thus operating on the at the time widely accepted theory that the only relative Weiss has beside her father is Winter. For the same reason, Blake will not have a home or parents who are alive.
With all of this said, I hope you enjoy the chapter.
After a tedious day of classes, Weiss and Ruby were on their way back to the team RWBY dorm room to spend the rest of the afternoon studying or relaxing, depending on who you asked. Blake and Yang had excused themselves when they got out of class and would arrive later. Apparently they had something they needed to do, but when Weiss had asked they had declined to reveal it, sending infuriatingly knowing glances between one another. Begrudgingly, she had accepted that she was to be kept in the dark and had continued on to the dorm as usual to occupy herself with reading through her Grimm biology textbook or help Ruby with her studies.
However, as had lately been the case, Weiss' plans would soon have to be put on hold for just a few minutes, though she in all honesty couldn't say she objected or even put up much of a fight about that prospect. It wasn't like she was slacking on her studies, but there would be a little something prior to them A little something that was growing to be an increasingly frequent occurrence.
It could better be described as taking a break, something Ruby had slowly taught her was necessary to do every now and then.
Upon arriving, Ruby held the door open for her, and Weiss shot her girlfriend a thankful smile before stepping into the room. "Thank you, Ruby," she said, managing to keep her voice composed.
Her heartbeat picked up the pace though. They would be alone in the dorm room, and she knew what Ruby wanted. It was the same thing she wanted after an hour of building anticipation between them in class. Nervousness still flared up whenever she thought about it, but thankfully with less force for every week that passed.
The moment the door closed, Ruby pounced on Weiss and gave her a long kiss. Weiss, having predicted her girlfriend's plan, leaned closer and wrapped her arms around Ruby's shoulders gingerly. She smiled into her girlfriend's lips when she felt Ruby's arms snake around her waist, possessively diminishing the slight space between them.
It was a fun game for them, as both were eagerly invested and could be very stubborn at times. The innocent occasional glances and inconspicuous hand-holding throughout class certainly had done its part too, Weiss idly thought, as she met Ruby's lips and carefully ran her fingers through her hair.
After another few moments, needing air, Weiss pulled away slightly, a blush and a small smile adorning her face. Her heart was pounding in her chest and she felt giddy, like she could take on the world. She had discovered during the last month that she liked kisses - a lot.
Probably more than Ruby realized too. Weiss' upbringing caused so many conflicts within her, on top of having had to get used to being close to someone else, and that made it often difficult to display her feelings honestly. That knowledge caused a sense of resignation in her, but she knew she was making progress.
The train of thought took a sudden turn however, delving into less pleasant territory. Her heart sank when she thought about all the restrictions she had imposed on Ruby. Progress was too generous of a word; she had a long way to go.
"Thank you for waiting until we were back here. I feel bad about it," her eyes lowered in guilt, "but I'm not ready to display what we have to everyone just yet." Nervous fidgeting with her sleeves accompanied the admission. She felt shame, like she was not worthy of someone who didn't care what anyone else would think of them.
Yang and Blake were the only ones that knew, and revealing it to those two alone had felt like a huge leap of faith for her. Deep down, she had known they wouldn't judge though, and as it turned out, she had been right. The duo had guessed already that the attraction had been mutual and had been okay with it - genuinely happy for them even. Yang had moreover encouraged Ruby to ask her out. That had certainly taken a ball of worry out of the equation when Ruby, after confessing to Weiss in the garden and them arriving together back in the room, had grabbed her hand and shyly told them they had announcement to make.
Even if it irked Weiss that she wasn't as subtle as she thought, she was grateful to Yang for having understood where she was coming from. The blonde brute had accepted her with a, for once, soft hug. Unsurprisingly, the teasing over how she'd caught her staring at Ruby many a time started a few seconds later, ruining the mood completely.
Ruby smiled and pulled her into a tender embrace. "It's fine, Weiss. Take the time you need."
That was all Weiss needed to hear for her anxiety to lessen and her mood to pick back up again. She was so grateful that Ruby, along with Blake and Yang, accepted that she wanted, no, had to keep it hidden. The thought of publicly showing she had a girlfriend filled her with fear and too many negative thoughts for her liking. There was a tangible sense of envy over those who could proudly proclaim who they were to the world, but she wasn't like them, and this was all she could do for the moment.
Ruby then let go of her and flopped onto Weiss' bed, not even bothering to change out of her uniform.
Weiss sighed in equal parts bliss and exasperation. The cute little redhead could be such a dunce at times, though she supposed it was a part of her charm, as reluctant as she was to admit it. Ruby certainly looks lovely on my bed - no, let's not go there...
Fighting down the blush assaulting her anew, she changed her train of thought. "Ruby, your uniform will get wrinkled!"
"Five minutes, Weiss", Ruby stalled. Weiss groaned, but didn't push the subject further; it wasn't the end of the world. Ruby buried herself deeper into her pillow to rub her victory in, though Weiss didn't mind her pillow carrying a hint of Ruby's fragrance of apple-scented shampoo - not at all.
"As long as you iron them later… anyway, I'll get some studying in for the test next Wednesday."
"Nope!" Ruby exclaimed with more joy than Weiss considered to be healthy for such an important matter, even as the younger girl jumped out of the bed.
"No? Ruby…," a scowl graced her face, "we have the entire day free, and I at least intend to do a bit more reading. We can relax later. I know it's Friday, and that there's not too much to prepare for over the next two weeks, b-" A yelp of distress escaped her as Ruby once again showed who the brave one in the relationship was, by pulling Weiss down on the bed with her and nuzzling her face into the crook of her neck.
It tickled and Weiss began to giggle, especially when Ruby started to pepper soft kisses there. She struggled without much conviction for a few seconds before resigning herself to the pleasurable fate and relaxed into the bed. After all, Yang and Blake weren't here, so if Ruby wanted to continue what they had been doing for a few more minutes, she supposed it would be fine.
With her justification firmly in place, and with the pounding of her heart intensifying, she went in for a kiss, tilting her head to just the right angle. Ruby met her at the halfway point, craning her neck while scrambling to elevate herself. The kiss lacked coordination, lips smacking together with more force than either of them had intended, but it was soon forgotten as they began to find a languid rhythm, slowly but surely growing more attuned to what the other wanted.
Weiss felt how Ruby's fingers began to tread through her hair, a sure sign that she was enjoying herself. Coherent thoughts grew more elusive, and she willingly resigned herself to enjoy the moment they shared.
After a good ten minutes of what Weiss could only describe as an overwhelming sense of contentedness and relaxation, combined with the euphoric joy of being so close to her partner in this game of unconditional and pressure-free affection, Ruby's scroll gave a shrill beep, and the magic was broken.
Weiss let out a small sigh of disappointment as Ruby pulled away from her, opting to sit up in the bed. The look on Ruby's face had her puzzled though. She looked pleased, brimming with anticipation and happiness. Weiss had expected a pout from having been interrupted.
"Check the envelope on your desk," Ruby urged, as Weiss untangled herself, sat up and began to fix her slightly disheveled clothes and her very messy hair. Ruby loved playing with it, and while Weiss wouldn't dream of robbing her of that enjoyment, it did mean a minute of maintenance was sometimes needed.
Despite not showing it, the envelope made Weiss a bit nervous. She'd never been one for unknown factors, and Ruby looking like that could only mean something was up. Not that she thought it was anything bad, but the feeling was deeply rooted in her. Surprises in her childhood had more often than not meant she'd been assigned a task, test or something of that sort.
She stood up and walked over to the desk, carefully peering at the white envelope that had 'Weiss' written on it. Weiss recognized the writing style right away. She had been right; her girlfriend was up to something.
Carefully picking up the envelope, she noticed the light weight of it and the faint scent of roses drifting towards her, instinctively letting out a pleased hum. Mindful of Ruby restlessly watching her every move, she slowly opened it and found a folded letter inside that was hugged by hand-plucked deep red rose petals. After gingerly removing it from the envelope, she unfolded it and read:
"My fairest lady,
Wouldst thou kindly partake with me in a day of celebration of our new relationship, with a meal in the outdoors to comomorate the passing of a month since the fateful and joyous day we bared our deepest feelings for each other?
Your red-caped hero,
Ruby Rose"
Weiss couldn't stop the deep blush that bloomed on her face, feeling very self-conscious over the words in the letter. She was flattered, and in no small part amused at Ruby's questionable attempt at medieval chivalry and flowery phrasing. Then, in an instant, it all connected. The beep of the Scroll, why Yang and Blake were away, and Ruby's plan for the rest of the day.
A warm feeling began to spread in her chest. It seemed that she was being spoiled today. This was a surprise she wouldn't dream of objecting to.
Their second date was apparently about to start in a few moments, already sending her nerves into a state of anxious anticipation.
A date was still a new concept to both her and Ruby alike, the word having a certain set of expectations and promises attached to it neither girl was very familiar with. However, precisely because of how new it was, she could take comfort in that very knowledge. They would figure it out together, putting their own meanings and memories into it.
Out of the corner of her eye, she could see Ruby anxiously hover near the bed as she awaited her reply, so she deemed it best to not keep her girlfriend in suspense for any longer.
When she was about to open her mouth to accept, she caught sight of something in the letter that nearly made her laugh. Weiss smirked, suddenly feeling up for a bit of mischief. "Ruby, this is a wonderful idea...but...", she trailed off slowly as she neatly placed the letter in the top drawer to save it as a memory.
She turned to Ruby, met her eyes and walked over to her, making sure to keep a small smile on her face to not overly worry Ruby, but not saying a word.
Ruby's silver-colored eyes showed apprehension at Weiss' silence, and the heiress felt amused at knowing she could have Ruby at her mercy with just a few small gestures if she so wanted. Still locking gazes and swatting the thought aside, she leaned down slightly towards Ruby and, fast as a viper, flicked her on the forehead.
"Weiss!" Ruby whined in distress, "what was that for?"
Weiss smiled at her. "You dolt, it's spelled c-o-m-m-e-m-o-r-a-t-e. But yes, of course I'll join you. It's a lovely idea."
Ruby pouted and stuck out her tongue in retaliation before throwing herself at Weiss, nearly bringing the both of them down into a mess of flailing limbs on the floor. "Thank you! I'm glad you like it! I've made sure we'll have a lot of fun, even if we're not doing anything fancy!"
"Can you tell me more of what to expect?"
"No, silly, of course I can't. It's a surprise."
Weiss let out a giggle at Ruby's antics, then gave her a quick kiss on the cheek as she let herself be hugged. She still couldn't escape the blush that coloured her face from even such an innocent gesture. Ruby smelled good, she was warm, and having someone else so close to herself didn't feel bad at all.
She was really appreciative of how Ruby had gone out of her way for her like this too, giving her the opportunity to experience something new and to spend some time together, apparently away from Beacon. Studying felt less important by the minute, and Weiss was sure the textbook could wait for a few hours; it wasn't like she was slacking off, and she was already well ahead if the curriculum.
Ruby let go of her, meeting her gaze with eyes that sparkled with happiness. "Princess, go change out of your uniform."
"Princess?" Weiss asked, raising an eyebrow at Ruby.
"I mean, I am your red-caped hero-knight, right? And it only makes sense that a knight needs a princess." Ruby looked very pleased with herself.
Weiss huffed at the comparison but then let out a chuckle. It was endearing, if a bit silly. Well, she could humor Ruby, so long as she introduced a term of her own. "If I'm a princess, then you're a dolt."
"Deal!" Ruby laughed, not a care in the world as she fetched Weiss' regular combat skirt for her and ushered her into the bathroom.
After changing out of their respective uniforms - an activity that had Weiss daydreaming about Ruby, even if she felt guilty about fantasizing like that- they left the dorm and made for the south-western corner of Beacon, where that part of the Emerald Forest lay peaceful and undisturbed by Grimm.
The mid-afternoon sun shone brightly in the blue sky and enveloped them in its warm rays. A pleasant breeze from the west, carrying with it the faint smells of salt and sea, further added to the perfection of the early autumn day. It reinforced the sense of elation and contentedness already present in Weiss, and she allowed herself to show a broad smile as she relaxed just a bit further. This unexpected break in their daily routine wasn't bad at all. The anticipation over seeing what Ruby had planned steadily increased in her, now that the initial nervousness had abated, making her feel a little giddier than usual as well.
As they were walking across the courtyard, they saw Blake and Yang in the distance. Weiss' smile turned back into a more neutral expression, wary of the kind of teasing Yang would inevitably subject them to. Without a doubt, the sister was filled in on Ruby's plan and hoped to get at least one jab in. Even if Weiss couldn't say she knew Yang too well, that much was certain.
"Hi Ruby, Weissicle!" Yang said with a knowing grin when they got closer. "Hope the two of you have lots of fun on your date... but not too much fun, Weiss!" she added in a much lower voice out of respect for her. The good-natured smile and voice carried a hint of an overprotective edge though, even if her smile or the glint in her eyes didn't betray anything.
Weiss instantly went beet-red at the suggestion. "Y-Y-ou brute, be quiet! We'll do no such things," was all she managed to sputter out. That train of thought was still far too raunchy for her to dare contemplate much upon, curious as she may be.
Ruby's face had in the meantime taken on a deep shade of red. After a few seconds of not knowing what to do, she simply resorted to a low groan, firmly refusing to even look in the direction of Weiss. It was something Weiss was grateful for as she dared not risk their eyes meeting at the moment. They hadn't broached that subject and were still only kissing and hugging each other. Thinking about… more, was definitely too much.
"Yang, is everything arranged?" Ruby asked, a potent glare directed at her older sister once she had finally recovered.
Blake decided to take that moment to intervene on behalf of the beleaguered couple, smacking Yang lightly on the arm. "Yang, you promised. Let them be."
The blonde girl looked miffed, yet embarrassed at the scolding from her friend, but nodded. "Sorry, Rubes, Weissy, it's just too much fun to give up on. And yes, it's all been taken care of. Big sis got your back! Have a lovely date, you two."
With that, the two of them took their leave and made their way in the general direction of the cafeteria. Weiss caught Yang looking back at them, an expression on her face like she contemplated taking another shot at embarrassing them, but Blake grasping her jacket firmly in a threatening manner effectively deterred that.
Ugh, she'll be the death of me. I'll have to thank Blake later, Weiss thought and sighed. "Come on, Ruby, let's go; your sister won't change anytime soon so we may as well get used to it." Weiss smiled at Ruby in an attempt to dispel the awkward atmosphere, and the younger girl perked up again as they continued walking, looking more comfortable by the second.
"Yang can be a bit a bit too much at times," Ruby apologized and groaned. "But Weiss, you have to remember that she's deep down really happy for us and is just trying to show that in her own way… nothing to do about it, but hopefully she'll calm down over time." She accompanied her words with a helpless shrug.
"I'll keep that in mind," Weiss replied, silently steeling herself for what she had walked into. However, it was a price worth paying without a doubt.
Ruby led her out from the academy grounds and towards the edge of the forest. Once they got out of sight of the academy and any students, she slowed down a bit and walked next to Weiss, surreptitiously slipping her right hand into Weiss'. A blush dusted both of their cheeks as soon as their hands met. Weiss squeezed Ruby's warm and slightly calloused hand, enjoying the freedom of being able to express herself like this, even if she could only do so with nobody around.
She loved these small but heartwarming displays of affection. Sure, it had only been a month, and she wasn't certain how things would change in the future, but she hoped they would never lose this innocent quality to their relationship. Holding hands, hugging, and kissing felt intimate to her - sacred even, and she wanted those acts to keep instilling that sense of wonder and joy in her.
As they walked through the brilliant green woods along a small forest path, they made small talk, only occasionally broken up by Ruby making sure she took the right path. It continued this way for close to fifteen minutes but the undergrowth wasn't troublesome and the path, that looked like a deer trail, was free of obstacles. Weiss wasn't sure what to expect, but for each minute the suspense was building inside her. Ruby had certainly seemed to have gone through a lot of work, even recruiting Blake and Yang, so whatever she had prepared had to be special.
The wind rustled the leaves overhead as they walked, but the forest was otherwise tranquil save for a few birds and critters going about their business. Up ahead, it looked to her like the trees were beginning to thin out. Maybe they were soon there?
"We're almost there," Ruby exclaimed, confirming her guess. "Can you hear that?"
Weiss strained her ears as she continued being led by Ruby. After a few seconds, she picked up the sound of running water, and soon they walked out into a small glade full with wildflowers in a multitude of colors. In front of the treeline in the opposite end of the clearing ran a modest forest stream, just a few feet across. Water flowed merrily over submerged rocks and carved its way through the landscape in a testament to time and the unyielding forces of nature. The sun shined down upon them and the heat picked up in the open space, embracing the couple in its warmth again. The fresh smell of wild grass, green leaves and a multitude of wildflowers permeated the air, with the faint birdsong in the trees adding the final touch to complete the idyllic picture.
Weiss was awestruck. The place had a beauty and serenity to it that no words could ever come close to capturing. She found herself standing still, just taking it all in and wishing for the moment to never end, memorizing it. A stream of emotions rushed through her, fueled by Ruby holding her hand and giving her a warm smile, the girl eagerly anticipating to hear her thoughts.
Ruby had really gone that extra mile for her sake. Like she always did. Constantly looking out for her, being at her side, making her laugh and making her feel more alive, loved and hopeful than in a very long time.
For a moment she thought it was too much for her, that she would spill tears in front of someone else, but she instead settled for a large, genuine smile free from the worry and discipline usually holding her in check. Weiss, in that moment, decided that for one afternoon she would let go of all of that completely and just revel in the moment and not worry about tests, company business or anything else. It was perhaps the best gift she could give to Ruby.
"Ruby, this...this is really wonderful. It's so beautiful. How did you find this place?"
The younger girl let out a wide grin and took Weiss' hands, dragging her into the field and towards a picnic basket on a blanket close to the water's edge, placed beneath a large oak tree standing guard over the stream.
"I like to explore, and one day when I had more excess energy than usual, I went on a run through the forest. I just stumbled across it, and right then and there, I knew that I would take you on a date here… after I gathered up the courage to ask ," she ended on a somewhat sheepish note, looking faintly embarrassed.
Weiss was sure Ruby was reliving the moment she had asked her out. The poor girl had been a stammering mess the second Weiss arrived in the garden late one evening after Yang had told her Ruby had something important to say to her. She smiled, fondly thinking back on it. It really had been a daring leap of faith for Ruby, despite that they had both secretly suspected their shared emotions for a while, since neither girl had really been the essence of subtlety. To think it had all began with a cup of coffee late one night for both of them.
"Fairest lady, please have a seat and enjoy the feast I have prepared in your honor," Ruby said with an exaggerated voice, earning a giggle in turn from Weiss as she did as she was instructed, red tinting her face.
Ruby proceeded to unpack the picnic basket. Plates, a thermos of hot coffee, one bottle of cold milk, sandwiches, a salad with Weiss' favorite vegetables and dressing, homemade cookies and a few fruits filled a good portion of the blanket and made for an appetizing sight. Weiss, not having had lunch yet, certainly wasn't complaining.
"When did you have time for all of this, Ruby? We've had classes since morning, and while I assume Blake and Yang brought the food here, when did you prepare it?"
"Yang helped me with most of this before classes, and she bought the ingredients yesterday in Vale City. We got up extra early this morning," Ruby admitted, a tad embarrassed as she was working, occasionally glancing at Weiss. "I needed her help since I never really learned how to cook...Yang did it when dad couldn't and I never wanted to..." a blush coated her cheeks as she went on, "at least not until I met you. I hope it tastes delicious and that you'll like it. There was a reason I was stubborn about us not using the communal kitchen for pancake breakfast with JNPR today, since the smells would've given it away and ruined the surprise. The cookies are my mom's recipe, and I don't think even you can resist them! They're the bestest cookies in the world!" she finished, shooting Weiss a smile and not shying away from her gaze despite her face having turned fairly crimson during her confession.
"Oh, so that was why we ate breakfast in the cafeteria today. Thank you for going through all this effort for my sake, Ruby. I'm sure it's just a delicious as it looks." Yet again, Weiss felt that deep surge of emotions hit her. Not having had friends growing up, it was a new sensation to have someone willingly do all of this and go through so much trouble for her without expecting anything in return. She felt tears prickle the corner of her eyes as the joy and gratitude threatened to swallow her.
A part of her wondered what Ruby had meant by her dad not being able to cook - having noticed the way Ruby slightly tensed when she spoke of it. Today, however, was not one for bad memories when they were making a happy one, so she banished the thought and went back to admiring the girl in front of her. In time, she was sure Ruby would tell her about it.
As Ruby finished the last preparations, Weiss leaned in, wrapping her arms around her from behind in an attempt to dispel any lingering negative memories in her. "Wei-" was all Ruby managed before Weiss let her lips meet Ruby's, cradling the younger girl close to her and locking their lips. After a few moments, Weiss removed her lips and released her grip slightly to let Ruby settle in more comfortably. Ruby had ended up supported by Weiss' body as she was twisted sideways to meet her gaze, and she proceeded to nuzzle into her makeshift pillow further, head resting on Weiss' collarbone. Their eyes met, and in that moment Weiss felt herself be completely sure about she would say next.
For a moment, her mind told her it was too soon, but her instincts kicked in and she felt confident she would be making the right call. Had it been a normal relationship it would've been another matter, but she spent almost every waking moment together with Ruby as it was. On top of that, Ruby had made it exceeding clear how much she liked her.
"Thank you, Ruby. This is perfect. I love you." Warmth and happiness suffused her entire being as she said it. Her heart beat wildly in her chest as she met Ruby's eyes.
Ruby's eyes widened almost comically, and for a moment she appeared to be rendered speechless. Then, a multitude of emotions overcame her features, and her face pulled up into a big smile. "Weiss… I love you too."
It was all the warning Weiss received. In the next moment, Ruby's fierce hug toppled her and they collapsed on the blanket. Weiss only had a second to orient herself before her girlfriend's soft lips met her own. The food was quickly forgotten as they lavished affection upon each other, both girls overjoyed at each others words.
Soon though, a grumble from the heiress' stomach broke the mood and a laughing Ruby helped the embarrassed girl up from their compromising position, and began serving the food.
It was delicious, and Weiss entertained for a moment the thought that the food was spiced with love and affection. While it was silly indeed, it felt and tasted like the best meal she had ever had, far surpassing any luxury meal at Schnee Manor. The company and intentions behind it made all the difference.
She hummed in contentment as she took another bite from a sandwich, or occasionally shared a quick kiss with Ruby. And when Ruby speared a few pieces of the salad and motioned for Weiss to open her mouth, her face a lovely shade of red, Weiss indulged her.
What they were doing was naturally very embarrassing, and Weiss was sure her skin would take on a permanent change of colors after this. The date so far was everything she'd had hoped for though, and then some. It was a new memory the two of them would be able to fondly think back on, their bashfulness only etching it into their hearts all the more vividly.
As the meal went on, the two of them sat close together under the shade of the oak, feeding each other and experiencing the serenity of the moment together. Weiss didn't regret for a moment her earlier decision to let go of everything today. In return for it, she felt closer than she ever had to the girl next to her.
Soon, the meal drew to an end as both she and Ruby felt full. It didn't prevent Ruby from wolfing down a few extra chocolate chip cookies though. They were a lot better than Weiss had anticipated, not being overly fond of cookies or sweets, and she was grateful that Ruby had decided to share the product of her mother's special recipe with her.
It made her wonder what her mother was like. Ruby hadn't spoken of her, and neither had Yang, but maybe she hadn't been paying attention to it? She herself was reluctant to bring up her family for a number of reasons, so it never became a topic of discussion. Weiss just hoped that, if things worked out between them, Ruby's parents would be a lot more accepting of them than her own father would be. Concealing the relationship from him for as long as possible was all she could do since he detested same-sex relationships.
Weiss noticed that Ruby was beginning to look tired, and it was confirmed by a yawn a moment later. She understood Ruby was exhausted from having woken up early in the morning and working hard to prepare everything for the date. It had evidently taken its toll on her, especially since she spent so much effort with training and catching up to her peers in academics.
Progress was being made steadily on the last point, the former not a cause for concern since Ruby was well ahead there. Despite Ruby's desire to catch up and Weiss assisting her often with studying, it didn't happen in a day, and there was some way to go. With some effort though, another two months ought to be enough to bring her up to speed. Ruby's at times childish manners could be deceiving, but Weiss had discovered that she was a lot more intelligent than she gave herself credit for.
"Let's take a nap. You look like you need it," Weiss suggested with a smile as she moved the picnic basket to the side and rolled a spare blanket into a pillow for the two of them.
"Sorry, I'm just really tired. The warm weather makes me drowsy." Ruby's face took on a sheepish expression as she laid down. "And maybe I had a few too many cookies."
Weiss let out a laugh that transformed into a yawn. She felt tired too, the food and warm weather combined with hours of classes and her normal level of stress all conspiring to make her drowsy. Laying down and resting for an hour seemed like an increasingly appealing idea with each passing moment.
"Don't worry, I need it too. Ruby, thank you for taking me on this date. It's been wonderful."
Ruby's eyes sparkled with happiness over her words. "I'm glad. You always work so hard, and I wanted to make you forget about all of that and just relax and have fun."
"You succeeded with flying colors." Weiss leaned down and gave her a brief kiss before joining her and enjoying the closeness as they held hands.
They settled in, each finding that perfect spot that would allow for a comfortable rest. After a while, their breathing grew slower and their eyes heavier, and before long the two girls, who for just one afternoon didn't have a care in the world, slipped into the world of dreams together.
I hope this first chapter was enjoyable. Reviews are appreciated, no matter how long or short they are.
