RWBY: The Lines Between Us

This story deserves to be rewritten in some parts. I do apologize for any inconvenience it might cause you. Due to huge work load, I wasn't able to focus on this one and as a result I completely and utterly forgot to upload and update new chapters. I ended messing up the original plot I had and unknowingly compressed the chapters without justifying the details enough to support the entire story. Since it's just a 5-chapter story for now, I decided to fix it in order to prevent the same mistake I had with the 'Knights of old Remnant: Jaune Arc Chronicles' on which I'm having a hard time to correct the grammars and the wrong spellings of words due to the number of chapters and its length as well. The rest of the new chapters of this story will be uploaded accordingly in the next few days.

Chapter 1

To which path shall I walk? The path of the righteous where Justice prevails and is define as the true yet only exist in words and dreams…

Or the one where justice is done by spieling the blood of those who sinned?

On the right, stands the Blue Whirlwind. On the other, stands Jaune Arc.

To which side will I take?

Love? or Peace?

Prologue

The night wasn't the same. I felt that this is going to be the end. The only thing that I saw as I stood from the cliff was Vale, burning. All our struggles to protect the people were in vain. Even with the cold Ocean breeze, all I felt was the raging flames that burned the City and Beacon. My instincts screamed to run, but my body was rooted in place. My heart keeps telling me to cry, but the tears wouldn't fall.

I refused. I didn't want to see them.

All of them. The sight would only make my nightmares worse. However, even when I refused, a voice called me. It was the voice of the person I once loved, the man that filled my life with so much happiness, the one that gave color and purpose to my existence. Him, who was my best friend, the shoulders I seek too lean on when I felt alone, the arms that gave me protection and sheltered me from harm.

Also, the one person…. I cannot forgive.

"Kill me before this war is over, will you?" his voice was cold and filled with anger, "You say that, but you do not have the strength to follow through."

He held his weapon on his right arm while his left, was already gone. Like me, he was badly beat up as well. Proof of the great fight we've been through again and again. Although this time, he was already soaked in blood before me even met in the battle field. On my end, I could feel the scratches, burns and scars on me. They screeched and ached. My eyes were tired, but I kept them opened. Still, even with exhausted physical state, I held Crescent Rose tightly beside me.

It was out of the desire to end the night that I swallowed everything. I ignored my fatal wounds, my aching head, and my shattered heart. I knew that this will be our last fight. One of us has to die. If not, then Remnant will have another tyrant much worse than my father.

He was the first to move. He walked slowly over the dead, and burning corpses. Not giving any care whose body lay before him… but I do, those where my kinsmen mixed with his own. Soldiers who swore oath to protect the last heir of the throne. I care for them as much as they care for the Kingdom's future. Funny, despite of it all, I can't help but think that fate is cruel yet wise enough to make us realize just how the real world works with both sides of the coins bearing their own definition of justice...

And peace.

So, I wonder… Is this his way of showing us foolish 'children' of old of his mercy? or pity?

It doesn't matter anymore, because right now… what matters is that everything has—no, it needs to end tonight… That's right, just like him, I also don't have a choice. The ground was covered by dead bodies. I'm not even sure if I was the one that did much of this or him, but like I said… that doesn't matter right now. I shook my head as I painfully lift my weapon. Without warning, he dashes towards me with full force. I immediately jumped out of the way to do a counter to his left side—right at his blind spot but I failed when he quickly redirects the swing of his sword. At the last second, he went counter clockwise and went for a low crescent slash upwards.

He managed to slash my right arm. Forcing me to let go of Crescent Rose as it fell towards the ground. I tried to use my semblance but my legs won't even budge. After that, all it took was to simply push me down… He was there, standing before me, ready to end it all. Blue eyes raged with anger but sharp enough to equal that of a killer. A surge of regret began to flood my mind as I await the final strike. I shut my eyes as I accepted my so-called destiny.

I have failed my family name…

I failed my sister, my team, my friends and above it all…. I failed you.

For the last time, he gripped his sword firmly as he lifted it high. The sight of him struggling from the act was too much for even me to watch.

"For Remnant" he said…

I waited for the end but oddly, it never came. I opened my eyes out of confusion only see him smiling. His eyes were different now, they reflected honesty and…

Tears…

His weapon landed next to me. He was facing back at the cliff as he coughs blood violently. The man reached his limit, we both did. I slowly stood as I muster up what's left of my strength and pour them in my legs. Something seemed different, and I know for certain that it is not the cancer that's doing this.

This… This was the man who suffered from the rule of my father, the man who changed because of our names, and the man who was shattered. We all cared for him and showered him with so much love, and in return, he loved us back. But I was blind, naïve even, I never saw his shadow. The pain and hate he sheltered inside his heart. We may be able to hurt one another physically, but we weren't able to break each other's hearts...…

Especially his ice-cold heart.

Out of my old habits, I reached for him. I held him close to me as he leaned his dead weight on me, "I wish…. I wish t-to bring….. Back time" Hearing those words from him hurt me emotionally, "I want to return to the exact day that I met you…."

I tried to fight the tears back but couldn't, "Why… why did things turn out like this"

"B-Because … it had to…." He broke from my hold. He held out his arm and caresses my cheeks as he gently wiped the tears away.

"I really am…. No match for you" he said those words slowly as I saw his eyes grew lifeless.

Another voice erupted and called me from behind, "Ruby!" I turned to see Yang rushing towards me with Ember Celica drawn.

"Congratulations….. I commend-you…. on a Job well done"

I turned to face him again, "W-what do you mean?" I stuttered.

For the last time, He reached for me. What happened next broke me even more. Confusion, all I felt at that moment was nothing but confusion. He leaned forward and gave me a kiss in the forehead. It was the one he used to give me back in our days in Beacon. The days when he was a caring, loving, and a supportive dork.

The kiss was gentle. It was full of emotions that I almost forgot, "T-To the… socially awkward….." He broke from me again. I heard Yang speeding towards us even more loudly.

"I…. will always….L-love—" his words was cut as he fell backwards off the cliff. I tried to reach out because in truth, deep inside, all this time….. I always loved him.

November the 5th, year XXXX

Why am I so weak?

Why am I so pathetic?

Why….. Why couldn't I save any of them?

Those were the questions I asked myself. My Mother was lying on the floor in a pool of blood. My Father was on a table while being mutilated by the armed intruders. While my sisters…. My sisters were being raped. Seven of them cried for help but none came to their rescue. Not even me. Two of my older sister struggled and fought back, but they were pinned down by so many men.

And there I was, sitting on the corner, petrified by the scene. Not moving a muscle, I wasn't even sure if I was still breathing anymore. In fact, in all honesty, I wish that this was all nothing but a bad dream… I tried to pinch my cheek in an effort to wake myself from this nightmare but then one of the men turned my way.

A loud bang on the door echoed the house, "Captain!"

One of the men guarding the door approached and let the guy in, "What is it?"

"The family's crescent glaives are coming!"

"How many?"

"An entire Battalion! Sir! Two or three battalion strong! They'll reach this place in no time!"

The man chuckled, "That's quite a number" The man turned and took something. He placed it inside a bag and gave it to the informant, "It doesn't matter now. Take this and give it back to the duke—I mean king. Tell him it is done"

The informant hesitated for a moment but still followed his orders. He took the bag and went off. The said Captain turned to his men, "Hurry up. We need to go"

The man who looked at me earlier dragged me up at my feet only to throw me across the room, "How about the boy, sir?"

The captain turned to me. He's unforgiving eyes looked straight at me, "Kill him….. And burn the House"

Those words quickly registered to me. My pained yet petrified body began to shake, my stunned expression began to break. Tears began to appear. The armed intruder took his dagger out and walked towards me. Ready to take another life, not caring if it was kid, an adult, a girl or a boy.

"From this night on, the rule for the Vale Kingdom will pass from the Lunatus De Montague to the Puniceus Rosa De Capulet Family"

He reached for me and grabbed me by my collar. I tried to find a way out but I was trap in a room, cornered by men who were busy defiling my beloved sisters. The door was locked and we were in the second floor. There was no way out. It was hopeless. The man with the dagger laughed for a while as he slowly played me. Killing me with small cuts that bled me slowly dry. His laughter got louder as he hoists his dagger and was about to stab me in the chest.

Out of pure fear and dire need to survive. I struggle to free myself from his grip. Stella, the oldest sister saw me, "Please let him go!" She pleads to let me go and spare me but she was silenced when a man jammed his thing into her mouth. More strangers covered her sight from me.

The man with killer eyes stared at me with a grin then back at my sister, "Just focus on eating that lady". I saw an opportunity there, the man was distracted. I then used my blood and splatter it to his eyes then bit his hand. The man quickly growled in pain and threw me aside. But that was a mistake. I quickly stood and ram him. I was able to knocked him off balance and pushed him even further towards the window. The glass shattered and we fell 2 stories down fortunately the man was able to serve as a cushion and brook my fall.

I felt pain all over my body. My wounds ache even more but I ignored it, all thanks to the adrenalin I felt. I stood right away as I heard the captain shout, "After him! Don't let him get away!"

It was dark, cold and unforgiving night. The raining won't stop but maybe that was for the best. I like how the rain drench me so much that I was able to hide my tears in the waters that soaked me wet. I ran. Ran toward the forest with uncertainty of what might happen to me. That was better than going back to my house. That place was my home, but not anymore.

Why….. why couldn't I save any of them?

I couldn't see anything. I was bleeding so much that my vision began to blur. I shouted for help but no one responded. That was until I heard an animalistic growl from my right side. It was then that all hope or probably my soul left me and gone to heaven… if there was a heaven.

What I saw were two red eyes and blood coated teeth, a young Beowulf. It was itching for human flesh as I noticed it drooling for me. The young Beowulf didn't waste any time and quickly launched at me. I couldn't move, what a pathetic and weakling I was then. The monster was able to bit my left arm and chewed right way. I screamed on top of my voice I fought back but it was useless.

What can a boy like me… a weak and a coward child do against a monster like a Grimm… or worse, like the men who destroyed my family.

I was going to die no matter what I do. No matter how far I ran. No matter how much I struggle to survive. It was only then that the realization dawned on me. There was no hope for me, knowing that, something snapped inside me. It was never my fault that this was happening to me. It wasn't me that brought such cruelty to my family. It wasn't me who got my mother and father killed. It wasn't my fault that my sisters are being raped and me running away.

It was the world.

It was the world's fault for this unfortunate kid to suffer so much. I also blame myself for letting all of this happen. Why did I let myself be this weak? Why did I run? Why was I about to die?

It wasn't my fault. None of it was my doing. It was the world. The world was cruel to me. Therefore, I shall be the same to it.

I bit the Beowulf back, this time I was able to sip some of 'its' blood. By doing so, something awoke inside of me. A pulse, a bit that echoed through my body and travelled my surrounding. I let that sensation to devour me. I surrendered my will to 'it's power.

A pure black and white figure began to appear before me. The figure reached for me. I didn't know then that it was the manifestation of my will. But I didn't hesitate.

The next thing I knew is that I found myself back at my house. My once innocent eyes watched as the structure burns. The armed Intruders were still there.

"HAHAHA your stupid enough to go back to this place" He wasted no effort and quickly ran towards me, "Die!" but before he even manages to raise his sword. A Beowulf snatched him and started to devour him. The rest of the armed intruders began to shake and cower. None of them understood what was happening.

Behind me, from the Forest that was dark and cold, came out hundreds or less Grimm. I simply pointed my finger towards the evil men who was the product of this evil world and spoke one word.

"Eat"

The Grimm did as told. They dashed towards the men and ate, tore, gripped and killed them all.

January the 7th, Year XXXX - 12 years later

"This is no joking matter" The man's words were calm yet absolute. Despite the passive face, he is dead serious. However, the woman next to him was silent though, but I can tell. Those eyes were hinting pity and concern, no matter how cold they were. She may seem to be known as an intimidating seductress but never to me.

I kept my passive expression still, "I know"

The man sat in front of me, and settled his cane over the table, "You know full well the consequences if you are ever to be caught. The Family name won't even save you. Not even the other kingdoms will shelter you from the one that is after you. There's no going back"

I know them full well. I will never run nor will I hide…. Not again. I will insure that my Family's death will be given justice, "I understand"

"Then let us begin" the man reached and turned the Camera towards me.

There was an urge inside of me to do wacky gestures first, but I decided to do that later. I had my serious and passively deadly expression on, "My name is Croceus Arcus. I will burn Remnant down"

*Wacky peace sign*

*Smack*

"Be serious with this!" shouted the seductress lady.

I rubbed my head because I think my skull cracked, "Sheesh, you know I think I felt a concussion there"

The man sighed out of the byplay, "Arcus …."

I fixed myself again, "Alright….. I, Croceus Arcus Lunatus De Montague…. Will burn Remnant. I will also destroy—kill Taiyang Long De Capulet…. The long-lived tyrant of my kingdom"

I took out a dagger and cut my palm for blood, "I swear this under the oath of the white Irises" The blood free flowed from my hand down to the flower innocently settling bellow.

"And I solemnly swear under my Family name to see to my oath be done. I am under no orders nor influence of any foreign bodies. Until the Infiltration is done I am under the orders of the current Headmaster of Beacon Academy, Ozpin and Cinder Fall is my babysitter"

The women frowned deadly this time, "I mean handler" I couldn't help it. I just had to.

Ozpin looked to Cinder then back to me, "It is done"

The lady steps forward and handed me a folder, "From this moment on, your name will be….."

Chapter 1

"Jaune Arc!"

It was another typical day in the Vale public market. By typical day I meant trouble for one notorious teen. He was running through the crowd of shoppers. Actually, I think he's doing that parkour thing.

"Slow down pig, slow down! HAHAHA!" That was an insult; he was running from a shop owner that looks like a pig. He couldn't even get close to him. The bystanders who saw the commotion either laughed secretly or cheered to him. For what it was worth, it has to be some kind of payback for the owner in destress.

"Thief! Thief! Guards!" As quickly shouted, 4 armed men rush towards the scene, "What's the matter?"

"That Thief! He took my bag! And some of the fruits I was selling!"

"Hey! It was just sitting out there" Jaune Protested, "How was I supposed to know you were selling any of them?" He stood on top of a roof of another shop, leaning towards one of the many sky bridge in the city.

"But you took my bag!"

The blonde acted as if he got seriously offended, "I did not!"

"Oh Yes you did! Look at your other hand!"

"Oh, you mean this?" Jaune held it out so everyone can see, "This bag is yours? Right?"

"Yeah!"

"Oooohhhh… Here you go" The teen sheepishly smile then threw the bag straight at the man. Which the man quickly took, "And how about those? You still have to pay for them!" But the teen only smiled and ran away. The guards tried to chase after him but failed as soon as the teen ran through a small crack on a wall and Parkour-ed his way through the mess. He was a sly dog.

"You're Dead! Jaune Arc! DEAD you hear me!" shouted the shop owner.

From a far, two strangers cloaked in robes were quietly watching the scene. They were tasked to observe the happenings deep in the shadows, "So, he's the rat…."

"Yeah and apparently, the leech who also adds his own personal tax to the rest of the shop owners here" The male stranger took out his scroll, "Nice job Jaune. We got this"

On the other line, "Good, then I'll head over point 'R' as planned"

"Just make sure you won't tell Mom about this" The female stranger added.

"HAHA I won't. Just make sure to get home before Dinner"

"Yeah-Yeah we will. Say 'Hi' to Tucson for us"

"I will, bye" With that the scroll went dead.

Over the quiet side of the City, near the stalls of the business district. A small female in a red robe was running through a crowd as well. Few of the bystanders and witness was curious to see the scene. There was no Thief in Vale who dares to steal from this part of Town. It was the most heavily guarded part of the Market. That was only possible because it was the den of the rich and noble people. It's a market that was full of fancy and expensive stuff that I don't even know exists.

The said girl now took off her robe as she jumped from one small crossing bridge to another. It was an act only dare-devils would do but for this girl, it was another day in the park. As she ran and dashed, rose petals rained her trial.

Vale was a Kingdom that defers from the rest of the Kingdoms of Remnant. Atlas, Mistral, Vacuo and Menagerie were Kingdoms that were rich with history and beauty. However, they were nothing compared to Vale. It was a Kingdom that exist on a continent that floats.

Yes, you heard me right. Vale Kingdom is a flying continent. Therefore, it was considered to be the most powerful Kingdom. The 'Neo Verona' of Remnant. Although that was already a fact. One factor was also a determining force that made them so. Vale is home for the world's most gifted individuals. How so? Well because 'Semblance's' exist to a particular bloodline. So, they were treated as Aristocrats. They were abundant in all of Remnant but Vale had two particular families in which were and still is considered to be the most gifted of all.

The Capulets and the Montague. Their families had mysterious abilities, and by abilities, I mean powers that are enigma and rare.

Especially the Capulets for they hold one of the 4 maiden powers of Remnant. For Peace, the four Kingdoms settled in an agreement that each kingdom will have the power of the Maiden. Except for Menagerie who was a neutral country out of the five Kingdoms.

Now back to that little girl….

The said teen is still running. She was hoping to outrun her body guards so she can roam around freely. That was the only thing she wanted. Having intimidating guards around would only send the wrong message to the people. She didn't want to start any trouble with the commoners. It will only intensify the anger of the people towards their king. When the girl noticed that she was finally far enough, she stopped.

"Finally…" she pant for a while as she rested to catch her breath. Now that she noticed it, the neighborhood seemed to be different and… unusual, "So, this is the 3rd district of Vale, huh?" She expected worse but it was better than she'd imagined. It wasn't smelly nor was the street dirty… Although, the buildings seem to be either too old or too run down due to lack of financial support and repairs. Still, from a perspective view of architecture, they looked amazing and she is certain that they were the proof of the kingdom's history.

She then went for a stroll around the new area that she found a bit fascinating. The shops were filled with various funny looking stuff that at first, confuses her. The public city park was filled with beauty and color that made her day. The sight of seeing strangers that didn't knew or recognized her is so uplifting. She didn't have to care about the fame of her name. The people were lively and seeing children playing freely worked wonders to her. They were happily doing and enjoying their games without her presence intimidating them at all. It was the first time she got here so she wanted to use her time and know the place more. She sighed in relief knowing it was better than what she initially imagined. She perfectly blended with the people. She wasn't thinking about home anymore so she skipped like the little riding hood that she was. No one would look for her back at the castle, not that anyone would care. The teen took a quick stop at the local clothing store and bought another hood, only this time it was a different quality. She couldn't live without a hood on, regardless of the color.

However, while paying for the item, few strangers caught a glimpse of the girl. Which made them skeptic, she was 'too' cute to look at. Her kind of cuteness is as rare as diamonds in this part of town.

She continued to explore more and more. Until she found herself in the middle of the 'patch' district. The lampposts, the houses and the shops, everything was astonishing for her, everywhere she looks, the district was covered with various festival theme colorful decors. Good thing it was the perfect day for her. It was actually the'Caelum Lumen Solemnitas'in translation, 'The Sky Lantern festival.' The townsfolk were in a jubilee mood as they merry their way to the celebration. They sang, dance and laugh as it was the day they were looking forward all year long.

The sight of it was unexplainable for the girl. It brought her heart so much pleasing happiness. She always wanted to see the lanterns up close. The view over the Castle was nowhere good as this. She quickly adapted to the people as they welcomed anyone to join in. For the first time in her life she was happy. Happy to be part of something that doesn't involve her family name nor prestigious bull crap for Aristocracy.

That was until she turned left and into an alley, hoping to find a good spot for the Lanterns. Four strangers quickly blocked her way. Two of them blocked her from behind, "You're lost aren't you kid?"

The girl smiled, "I'm sorry but I'm not…. I was looking for a good view of the—"

"Good view? We know a good view. I'm taking a wild guess here… You want to see the lantern, right?" one of the goons interrupted.

"Oh…. Uhm… yeah … but thanks anyway, I think I can find my own" She tried to pass through nicely but failed.

"Come on…. Don't be like that little lady. What's the hurry?"

"Yeah… we just want to make friends with you" The guy did a dirty trick and went for the mine field. He reached and squeeze her rear. Which made the girl quickly move away but not before she gave the man a good kick in the groin. The girl blushed in anger because it was perverted act and inappropriate a man can do towards a lady. The other three took out their daggers and swords out. One of them even took out a gun.

Conceived under her cloak, the girl wanted to reach for her weapon but hesitated to do so. She can't use it now, if she did, it could kill the noobs. And If she did kill the noobs everyone is going to discover that another royal aristocrat killed some poor bastards. It'll enrage the people. Not to mention the King. She just escaped on her own and ran here.

She was pulled and pinned against the wall, "Don't worry kid…. We're not gonna kill you… We'll just fuck you up…. really, really good, savvy?" Their eyes were attracted on how flawless her skin was, how perfect her body was, and how her silver eyes twinkles. She was mouth-watering.

She was about to shout for help but someone did it for her, "Hold it!"

She looked up as she saw a guy who performed a leap of fate down from the roof top. Blue rose petals blew their way as the man landed before them, "You dare to inflict your thirst for flesh on such a lady!?"

He immediately raises his hand and bowed like that of a stage actor as he took a moment to properly greet— who in his eyes— the damsel in distress, "Go any further and I assure you, this night will not end well for the four of you" He kinda look weird for the girl, but that didn't stop her from letting a low giggle. Now that she was out of the castle, do people like him really exist? I mean, for the girl, this exact scene looked like it came straight out from a story book of some kind. He was dressed in a blue Robe, blue vest, and long sleeves of a coat with matching feathered cowboy hat. He also had a mask covering only his eyes, hiding his identity.

One of the bad guys recognized the lad, "Hey you're that guy from before!?"

"Only fugitive and the lowest of criminal who would say that… and raise a sword in his defense as one got caught red handed" asked one of the noobs, "Know my name as the people's will and desire for justice finally took form!" He cracked his fingers as he prepares for a fight.

One of the guys who had the gun took his weapon and aimed it at him. He had heard of the guy in blue before. A vigilante who never uses a sword or any weapons against scoundrels. Although, he tends to leave a lot criminals who either suffered severe grave wounds or permanently crippled, "He's the Blue whirlwind!"

"You mean the weirdo?" the bald guy questioned.

"An ally of justice!" correctly protested from the background by the mystery man or whoever he was.

"Oh! who the fuck cares! You're the one who disbanded the Triad gang on the Duchess district!"

Taking slow steps forward, the Blue whirlwind smiled confidently as he ignores the threat of the narrow environment, "Those souls had it coming, the sin of their deeds decors their hands with blood… their own blood"

The idiot angrily took his hat off, "I don't care who you are! There's a bounty on your head and I tend to collect!"

"So sinful you are… Dare to dance and test just how confident you are to killing me?"

"That's it! The Benson's brothers leave no one to tell the tale!" the man hoists his sword up and ready. The rest did the same.

As the wind began to whisper, it quickly picks up as the hail of blue petals began to rain again, "Then let action do the justification!"

The 4 men quickly ran towards him but that was a mistake. The Blue Whirlwind quickly took out something from his pocket and ate it. He jumped backwards as he ready himself. He inhaled abruptly, "Sinful and hopeless, burn with the flames of Tartarus!" as pronounced, a huge fire ball erupted and blasted the 3 of the 4 noobs away, inches from the victim. The girl fixed herself but stumbled on her feet. It was the first time she saw someone who breaths fire. She turned towards her weird savior only to see him quickly running to the last person left

The only guy who survived the attack was the one who had a gun. He recovered after the smoke cleared only for him to regret not running away with its help. The Blue whirlwind appeared in front of his face and did a powerful round house kick which force the criminal to rocket away and slams against the wall. However, his action may be heroic as it seems, he failed to notice that the bald guy earlier— perhaps out of suicidal intent or desperation— dropped a dust grenade. Out of time, he quickly grabbed the girl victim and about to run way.

"Uhmm wait!" the girl declined. She broke from his grasp. He had no time for this, especially when the grenade finally gave off that click sound. In 2 seconds or less, without a word, he took off his robe and wrapped it to the victim and hugged her tight. With the light and the destructive force, the entire alley erupted violently with a loud boom which also dragged the ray of shops beside the place of incident panic. The good thing was, the walls contained and compressed the blast. The explosion happened deep within the alley and not by the entrance. It lessened any kind of damages with the nearby structured establishments. Thankfully no innocent civilian got hurt as well. There weren't much that can be considered as major destruction of public or maybe more or less private property.

The girl, not knowing what happened, slowly opened her eyes. Some bells ringed in her head but that was replaced by the sensation of… flying? Her eyes went wide as the wind brushed against her face, they got stronger and faster. Was she falling? After a few seconds of critical analysis. She was! Or rather they were! The girl panicked when she couldn't move her hands or legs, why was she wrapped with this thing!?

"Do not fear, my lady!" she turned to the source of the sound only to be shocked to see they were face to face. Inches away from each other's lips. The Blue Whirlwind, as he proudly named himself, shifted his landing position and glided with the wind. She soon found the two of them were being carried by the wind, like there was a tiny tornado holding them both and slowly decreasing their decent. Looking at the height, she quickly made an estimation… roughly 400, maybe 300?

Wait…

What!?

Are they seriously flying!?

"Wait!" she shouted, "Are we flying!?"

"No, my lady" He answered, "We're simply falling with style, I'm afraid"

"That doesn't make sense!" despite being wrapped by the robe, she hugged him tightly in fear of letting go and falling to her certain death.

The man smiled at her quirkiness, he actually finds it amusing for a change. Eyeing a good place to land, he found what probably the best spot in the entire City for the exact thing that the lady in his arms is searching for. With few adjustments, he slowly descended towards an abandon watch tower on top of the sky river. Right between the sky and the stars would be the best description of their current location.

"It's alright, fair maiden, you are safe" he gently rubbed her back and slowly toke off the robe around her.

"S-safe!? How can that be safe!? I mean how about the people!? Did someone got hurt!?"

The man slightly leaned his head to his right, but smiled nonetheless. She actually cared for them before herself? That is something he deeply admires among the people and strangers he meets here or there, "No one got hurt… the blast is not as big as it sounded. No civilian was around the area. If there were someone who got hurt… you'd know who"

Who? Wait, who indeed!? Those 4 idiots!

"Are they dea—"

"I bruise but I don't kill…" He answered, cutting her fear before it even consumes her already ruined evening, "They are wounded yes but not dead…"

"How can you be sure of that! That was an explosion right!?"

"Because of this…" He showed her something in his hand that glowed like a diamond, "Ice dust… I contained the blast using ice, the shock wave was contained by the walls, flames died out immediately after we flew up with the Dust I had in my slee—"

"And who are you!?"

That… was fast, never mind, "I am he who fight for what people like you deserve! He who took the form of what the people of Vale desire! It is I who seek justice in place of what the fools hiding in the shadows! Blue Whirlwind!"

The girl unknowingly nods, but then stood a few steps back. You don't need to be smart to figure out why the girl did that. So, an apology is in order. Kneeling before the lady is an act of a gentleman, therefore, he too did so as he whole heartedly explains his reasons, "I cannot simply turn a blind eye. It would go against everything I stand for… My apologies if I came too late or resulted for you to come out roughly held of the scene… As I said, I stand as an ally of justice. My heart raged to save you, my lady"

She was about to ask more when he quickly stood and gestured for a sec, "Forgive me if I may, but I seem to overheard your reason as of turning right into that alley. Allow this man the indulgence of helping the fair lady on her search. It's the least I can do for the rough end a while ago…"

He was weird, awkward, very expressive to say the least yet knowledgeable… At least that is what she thinks with all his word plays. But like before, without letting her say another word, the man removed himself and showed her just what lies behind him, "My lady…" The Blue whirlwind called, "You said you were looking for the best view for the Lanterns, right?"

Amazingly, it had a good view of the city. Which didn't go unnoticed by the girl, "Wow…" she whispered.

The girl nods. With that the blue hero stood and faced the view. Taking his hat off, he gestured to the master piece that awaits to unveil itself in front of a live audience in an opera. It was dramatic—yes, awkward—of course, and yet there was an explosive impact to it. One that Ms. Ruby Rose noticed, "Then all you need to do is wait…" he continued.

The statement as well as the action confused Ruby. She was about to ask something but the Clock Tower sounded off. The sound of the bell rang throughout the City, signaling the citizen that it was the right time of the night. All the lights that illuminated the city had suddenly died down, engulfing Vale in darkness. Of course, hearing the bells ringing, Ruby jolt in shocked, "Oh no! it's already 10 PM and I haven't found the good spot for the—"

She was cut off when the Blue whirlwind pat her head and pointed towards view, "Just relax and watch, my lady"

A few seconds later. One lantern appeared. It was small and was too far from them. Ruby was about to complain, this can't be! She always sees thousands of them every year! And one tiny light will not do this year! She ran from home just to see it up close! She pouted disappointedly but stopped when more of the said lanterns appeared. At first, there were 5, 11, 20 and more. Eventually the sky was filled with thousands of Lanterns with various shapes and sizes. It managed to illuminate the night sky. They were like stars that were up for grabs and for Ruby it is the unforgettable experience she wanted. One that she will treasure forever. That made her sigh in relief, she was now contented and happy that she ran away. In the end, like her uncle would sometime suggest…

It was the best choice and the greatest decision she would ever done in her life.

The Sky Lantern Festival is truly an amazing event. It was so beautiful up close. Some of the lanterns even flew near them. She giggled and became like a child when she reached for one and blew it away. Few tears escape her. The castle wasn't a happy place for her. Although it was big and majestic in view, it was hollow. While in the City…. The City was filled with life and wonders.

Ruby reached out for another Lantern that flew near them. She held them firmly and let the warm light creep through her hands. She also noticed the writings.

I wish for my family to stay together and be happy forever

Ruby giggled more; it was a handwriting of a child. She then held it firmly, gently lift the Lantern and let go as the wind carried it.

"I… I wish for the same" she told herself.

The hero standing beside her silently watch the girl. He found himself somewhat satisfied the expression Ruby had. The man lives to see these moments. Her eyes twinkled in the sigh she was seeing. They were so pure and innocent. It differs from his and the horror he witnessed first-hand in the underground world. Never mind that, with the current situation, he unknowingly found himself smiling as well. It only took a few seconds for him to realize it but there wasn't any hint of question in his mind. That is because he agrees to it as well, he wore his hat again only to hide his face and the smile he can't stop making. Ruby Rose was stunning. She was like an angel in the light given by the Lantern.

The Hero smiled through the mask, "Like what you see?" the mysterious savior asked.

"…." The girl frowned and pouted cutely. She really didn't have anything against the guy who just saved her. Though, she feels awkward for not saying at least a thank you first.

She then turned to the Blue whirlwind, as they call him, finally giving that reward she forgot to say earlier, "Thank you"

The man fixed himself and gestured a half bow, "Your welcome, my lady"

"I… I never got your name….." She meant his real name and not the alias that comes with the costume. Clearly, the guy before her understood that. He then again diverted the question and let her assume the rest. Ruby reached for a handshake, "My name is Ruby Rose"

The man hesitated but then accepted it only to hold it gently as he knelt down. He then took her hand and softly laid a kiss, "Ruby Rose. What a beautiful name, my lady" Ruby blushed out of the gesture, "Y-Your name dear sir?" the new-found stranger quickly rose up and stood on top of the railing, "I am but a concern individual who was just happened to pass by…." He then took his hat off and gave a knightly bow, "Take care my lady Rose. And I dare say, let this not be our last parting" Blue rose petals began to rain once again but this time they went perfectly with the lanterns as they were carried by the winds. He leaned backwards. Ruby's eyes widen as the stranger jumped off the bridge, "Wait!" She called out but it was too late.

He was gone in the shadows of the City.

At some Random Dark Alley….

"P-please! Don't kill me! He-h-here take it, t-take all of it!" the man scrawled back desperately only to find himself trapped by a wall in the possibly, the darkest and isolated part of the district.

The two strangers stared at him with cold eyes. They were not mercenaries, 'payable' Mercenaries to be precise. They prefer the word vigilante more to be honest. Like that Blue guy roaming around.

"We don't want your money mister…. We want something else" said the female.

"W-what do you want!?" The man already peed himself.

"Where's the documents for the market district?"

"That-What?" The blade forced a little more against his throat, "Don't play dumb with us"

He instantly felt the coldness of that blade… and the sharpness of it as well as it slowly drew blood, "T-t-they're at my safe. A-A-At my house. T-the combination is 3-4-16-32-7"

"Good…." The female turned to her henchmen, "Your turn"

The man froze. This time, a gun was pointed at him, "Mr. Piggy…" The stranger laughed a little, "I mean, Mr. Albert Robinson…. For leeching taxes over the market district and collaborating with the king's guards" the gun's safety clicked off, "You are here by sentence…"

The teen eyes turned unforgiving, "Death"

*BANG*

The man slumped in the ground with his head blown off. Pulling the gun away, the man took the blood-stained gloves away and cleaned himself up, "Argh! I think I got some blood splatter on my hand"

The girl gestured to stay away, "Eiw! Don't you dare hold my hands with that"

"Why?" the male reached and tried to comically hold her hand, "Cut if off!" the sweet little flirting of the two got cut short when his scroll vibrated. The girl kicked the guy away and answered it, "Hello?"

"Hey guys where the hell are you two? It's way pass Dinner you idiots!"

The scroll gut snatched by her partner and switched it to a video chat, "Oh hi! Jaune. Just finishing the 'business' here. If you know what I mean. We're heading over to Tucson to get the Cake…"

"That's good to know but you need to get home now! Mom is—" Jaune was cut off when someone snatched the scroll from him, "Mercury Black and Emerald Sustrai! Where are you two?" even when it was just a phone call. The two teens were petrified just from hearing the angry voice.

"uhmm.. Hi mom …. Emerald and I were….. just …" Mercury signaled for help.

"We're on our way home! We just finished some small things Mom! Don't worry, okay?" answered Emerald.

"Just make sure you two are home in 10 minutes. Got it!?" Knowing Glynda Goodwitch, fail to comply means a lot of regretful things to come.

*GULP*

Their Mom is someone who you wouldn't want to get angry or else you would find yourself already flying out the window. If Cinder was intimidating, Glynda Goodwitch was terrifying, "YES!" the two answered in unison. They quickly dashed their way out of the scene. But before they left, they made sure to burn the entire body and left the area without a trace.

Chapter 1 end

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P.S. The POV is a new thing for me XD

Kuya-taku is out, peace. ….(^_^),,"V"