New Horizons

Yatsuhashi is large, very large. He knew this the day he first hit his first growth that he would be much bigger than most people his age. However even in youth he understood that size won't help you if you don't have the strength to back it up. He lived in a small village which didn't have much in terms of major settlements being that they were on the outskirts of Vale, although what little they held in economic capital they doubled in might against the grimm threat which rested around every corner. You grew up in this village with a weapon in hand and you stayed on your toes even in the comfort of your house. Like many children on these border villages, he was an orphan and learnt how to take care of himself out of necessity. He went to a combat school and early on he quickly grew taller and taller and with every passing year he challenged his might. He fought against older students since his classmates couldn't keep up with his rapid growth. Though he would be beaten he would always come back for more and return ten fold what was delivered.

Its in these times where he would lay on his back after every difficult match where he saw a glimpse into his future, he would become a Hunstman. Ever since he's strode for that goal with all his passion. But as he grew, the other students grew in fear. His size was almost unnatural and the strength he could bring out in desperate situations was unnerving, almost beast like. Students and people alike started to avoid his gaze and tried to keep interactions to a minimum. He took it in stride and kept focused, for him this was just a acknowledgement of his strength. Besides he didn't need company to be strong, just their mettle. There was just one teacher who stayed close and from the beginning always came by to check on him. He was an elder who had lived through the great war and was the one who taught Yatsuhashi how to wield a sword. For Yatsuhashi he had been a invaluable mentor ever since and he listened to him like his words were the very answer to life.

The years passed quickly and he graduated with flying colors. As just as soon he sent his application to Beacon, Vale's most prestigious combat school. After a practical test and a personal interview he was accepted. When the time came to leave he packed little, not that he had much to begin with but he understood that leaving this town meant leaving his past self behind and everything with it. He took one last look at his village and the one person who came to see him off. His mentor could only smile and wave as the engines started. So with a small smile, a duffle bag slung over his shoulder and his great-sword on his back he stepped onto the massive bulkhead towards new horizons...

Standing strait at seven feet, he towered at least a head over the other students in the airship as it floated gently to Beacon academy. The academy was only a few minutes away and through the windows its great tower grew bigger every second. His classmates scurried to the windows trying to get a better look at their new school and future as huntsmen that awaited them. Though he was just as excited, he let the others rush by him and stayed back a few feet knowing that even from here he would be able to see perfectly well.

Looking at the school, he thought about how much his life is going change now that he was finally here. After years of training and preparation this is where he will discover if he is destined to be a Huntsman or if he will fall short and not be good enough.

Not good enough

Those words have plagued him ever since he started to train. He always pushed himself farther and harder because of the idea of failure scared him so. Mostly because he knew that in an occupation where he would be responsible for the protection of civilian lives; failure is not an option. Beacon made it clear that only top tier candidates would graduate and any wrinkle of weakness would be pressed out forcibly; either through the intense physical or educational regime. Would he be able to achieve this goal? This goal which every fiber of his being told him that he was made for this? Or will reality put him in his place and show where he belongs.

He continued to ponder however, amidst the crowded windows were a pair of tall brown ears and a frail voice that peeked out. "Excuse me... I need to get out! P-please I can't breath there are too many people here…" The girl's small arms swung around uselessly against the mob as she tried her best to leave. Yastuhashi moved forward, his enormous presence made the crowd part the way as he made his way to the crushed girl.

Velvet just wanted a peek at Beacon from this height. If she hadn't packed her camera she would be shooting away since the view was breathtaking. She wouldn't even need to position anything, everything about Beacon seemed to just have a natural beauty from any angle. Lost in her admiration, the others also wished to see and pressed together against the wall and windows.

The view was no longer great when you are packed like a sardine and that the quality of the glass becomes your primary concern. She tried to weasel her way out with little success and let out a small cry for help.

Velvet was trying to squeeze through two students when suddenly she fell forward into a empty space and collided with a green wall. Regaining her balance, she peered up to see what she had hit and was met with a pair of small dark eyes.

Her eyes opened wide as she realized what she had hit was NOT a wall but another student. "Ah! I-I'm sorry! I didn't mean to do that, I was just trying to get out of there but then people weren't moving and I lost my balance and then-" She stammered

"Its alright," Yatsuhashi chuckled "I saw you and came to help" He turned and lead her out as he finished. Using his long arms to gently push the others out of the way, he led them to the back of the transport as Velvet followed close by.

Once she had her personal space again, Velvet let out a relieved sigh and leaned against the back wall. There were a lot less students in this area leaving much space for the two to get comfortable. She peered back up to her new companion truly taking in his size for the first time. She scrutinized his face and body, trying to gather as much information about her companion. He was huge but not in a terribly intimidating way and he seemed had an air of gentleness and tranquility which betrayed his size and resting scowl. At least that's what she thought, she couldn't really make much of an assessment aside from the few words he had said

They hadn't spoken a word since they got here. Yastuhashi simply closed his eyes and meditated having accomplished his task and not seeing the point of further interaction. While Velvet squirmed a bit in place, trying to properly formulate a way to introduce herself and thank him without being awkward.

She tried simulating the interaction but it always sounded strange or ended the same way. She would look him in the eye and say 'Hi! I'm Velvet Scarlatina and I like photography, cooking pastries and reading!' Then he would say 'Hi! I'm so-and-so and I'm very big! I've been told that when you hug me I feel like a big teddy bear!' or something along those lines. Then they would shake hands and then…

And then what.

She really didn't know and this is where she would get blocked. Would he actually answer in that way? Does he really feel like a teddy bear when you hug or is she just getting too ahead or herself.

Instead of any of those situations, the remaining minutes of the flight ended with Yastuhashi almost falling asleep and Velvet squirming in place trying to not give herself a panic attack.

The bulkhead landed with a resounding thud and its doors opened to Beacon. Hearing the landing, the stoic giant opened his eyes and started to move forward startling Velvet. She saw he take a few steps and quickly realized that she would lose her first possible friend before she even stepped onto the school grounds. This awaken a small surge of confidence and will in Velvet as she sprung forward to tap on him on his back. He turned as Velvet stood a bit straighter and took a small breath. "I'm sorry, I haven't thanked you for earlier. I-I'm not the greatest at interacting with people and I really do appreciate what you did for me. So I was trying to find the best way to say thank you but time passed me by. I am sorry." She bowed slightly and then brought out her hand "Let me start again. My name is Velvet, Velvet Scarlatina. What's yours?" she looked him in the eyes and smiled.

Yatsuhashi was surprised for a moment, he hadn't thought that she wanted to talk. He thought that she was avoiding him like many in the past have, yet this small faunus stood in front of him and seemed genuine and unafraid. He looked into her eyes and saw for the first time just how full of energy and kindness this girl held. A small grin grew on his face as he met her handshake. "Yatsuhashi Daichi."

"A pleasure to meet you Yatsuhashi!" His hands were twice the size of Velvet's but they still shared a firm handshake and warm smiles. When they finished they followed the rest of the students out of the airship together and walked to the great tower.

As they walked along the long walkways, Velvet made note of a tan student who was freaking out over something to do with name brand sweaters and a tall beret wearing girl who was trying to calm him down. He seemed very adamant to help and apologize while the girl kept saying 'its okay' or 'dont worry about it'. Velvet chuckled and was about to check out the commotion when she noticed that Yatsuhashi had pulled ahead with his long strides. She jogged quickly back to him but not taking one last look at the scene behind her. This year was going to be special she thought as she scanned the school and walked towards new horizons with her new friend.

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"Hey Yastuhashi, I have a strange request..."

"Hrm?"

"C-Can I call you Yastu?"

"...Sure"

/AN: Yo what's up

So this is a thing. Its just gonna be some cutesy bullshit shenanigans with Team CVFY because its what I need after seeing the Season 3 finale, don't worry I wont say a word. Main pairing is gonna be Yatsu and Velvet because damn that's adorable and I will fight anyone who says otherwise. There is also going to be a bit of Coco and Fox going down as I don't want them to feel left out of the lovin. Its the beginnings of team CVFY and the adventures following their foundation. So expect some grimm hunting, dorm nonsense, school shenanigans and most importantly puns. Lots and lots of puns. Also the following Chapters will be MUCH longer, this is just an introduction.

Yeah this is just a small project that will get more and more updates slowly but surely mostly because I write in big burst. So expect the next update in like a week or a month from now. Sorry about that.

This is rated M because there will be some graphic makeouts and maybe a tiny bit of smut later on in the series because these are hormone filled teenagers and damn do they gotta release some of that stress. It is also for mature content in terms of suicidal thoughts, themes about growing up, understanding who you are, violence and all the good stuff your parents didn't allow you to watch on TV.

Alright I think I wrapped what this story is going to be nicely so...

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