One evening in the kingdom of Vale at the school known as Beacon there was a professor that was looking forward to a quiet night to relax and ready himself for the new term to start in a couple of days. This man was known as Professor Andrew Tinman and he was one of the leading combat experts not only at Beacon but in all the huntsman academies. His appearance was that of a mid-thirties man with a mess of black hair on his head, stubble on his face that was kept nice and trimmed and a body that was always kept in shape. He would be unassuming man if not for a few glaring differences in the form of cybernetic implants in several areas of his body. His left eye, ear and forehead, the entirety of his right arm, most of his abdomen and his whole left leg were all robotic and the metal was coloured a faded gold. His clothes revealed the fact that even though he was a professor at Beacon, he did not care how people viewed him. He wore a military styled navy blue long sleeve shirt covered with an old green jacket which had seen its fair share of adventures. His trousers looked like a cross between combat and casual wear and were a much lighter blue than his shirt, but these were partly covered by his large steel toe capped black boots which had four buckles on each one.

His small flat where he lived only had three rooms, a living area cross kitchen, a bathroom, and a bedroom. This was still more room than he would ever really need as most of his work he did in his office that was in the school. He only ever did work here if he had real need to as when he was at home, he like to switch off from everything else around him.

He was enjoying a late evening drink in his private rooms when suddenly, his scroll started to vibrate on his desk and he was inclined not to answer it but he knew he would most likely regret it. He stood up and walked over to where his scroll was and opened it to reveal a message from Glynda Goodwitch and it was an interesting message at that. It appeared Glynda had had a run in with a dangerous individual but in the process come across a huntress in training that Ozpin seemed interested in. Ozpin was on his way to see this young girl and wanted Andrew to attend so he could see her for himself, Glynda had sent him the details of where they would be if he was interested in coming along.

"Okay, colour me intrigued." And with that he put his scroll in his pocket, finished his drink and left his room within seconds.

When he arrived at the interrogation room where the girl was being held, Ozpin was standing outside the room preparing a coffee for himself.

"Evening Professor." He called out. Ozpin looked up and smiled whilst still pouring his drink into his own mug.

"Ah good evening Andrew, I'm glad you could make it." Ozpin replied

"I came as soon as Glynda messaged me, not sure why you wanted me to come but if you wanted me here then so be it."

"There was a robbery this evening at a dust store and it was thwarted by a girl wielding a scythe with some skill. I wanted to question her and I thought you could add something to this."

"Add something? Like what? Questions, opinions, what?" Before Ozpin could answer they both heard a girl shouting "They started it!" and both men looked towards the room then each other.

"She sounds young, too young. Are you sure about this?" Andrew asked. Ozpin grabbed his mug as well as plate full of cookies and then said

"Let's see shall we" and with a smile and he entered the room. Andrew half-smiled as he shook his head and followed in behind. When he walked in he saw a young girl, just as he guessed from the tone of her voice. She was small with dark hair that had red coloured tips, she was wearing a black corset style top with sleeves and a long bright red hood and cape.

"Ruby Rose." Ozpin said and Andrew thought the name sounded familiar but couldn't quite put his finger on it. But Ozpin wasn't finished talking "You…...have silver eyes." That is when he noticed the colour of her eyes, he was sure he had seen that trait before.

While Ozpin was showing her the surveillance footage of the robbery, Andrew wasn't paying attention to him and shot a glance at Glynda which said Are you serious? She replied with a shrug and nodded in Ozpin's direction.

"They taught you how to use one of the most dangerous weapons ever designed?"

"Well one teacher in particular" Ruby answered to which Ozpin offered her the plate of cookies. She hesitated before taking one then took several more in a flash. Andrew wasn't one for standing still so started to walk around the room, clasping his real hand in his cybernetic one. The conversation continued but when he heard Qrow's name and that she was related to him he finally remembered who those eyes belonged to. No way he thought to himself. When Ozpin asked her why she wanted to slay monsters, Ruby started to babble on at such a speed that Andrew was only catching odd words. Then the last part of her speech really hit home.

"The police are all right, but huntsmen and huntresses are just so much more romantic, exciting, cool!" followed by a sound of pure excitement. Andrew had now moved behind her and when she finished talking he slammed his cybernetic fist down on the table next to her, causing her to not only jump but squeal as well. He lent in to her with his cybernetic face side facing hers so close they were almost touching and with a dark voice he said

"Not as much as you would believe, little girl" she looked straight into his robot eye ignoring the rest of his face. Ozpin razed his hand, telling Andrew to back off. Once he was out of view Ruby, she eventually started to turn back to Ozpin but staying aware that he was still behind her. Andrew started to switch off again as Ruby and Ozpin continued talking so he moved back to where he was originally standing. Only coming back into the room when Ozpin asked

"You want to come to my school?"

"More than anything." Ruby replied. He looked at Glynda who rolled her head and then he looked at Andrew. He knew Ozpin would do what he wanted to do regardless of his opinion so he sighed and dropped his head.

"Well O.K." he said back to Ruby who was looking back in amazement. Andrew then shook his head and left the room without saying another word.

He stood outside and waited for them to finish, it was only another five minutes before Ozpin came out followed but Glynda escorting Ruby. Ozpin then turned to Ruby and said

"I will see you in a few days miss Rose."

"Sure! You won't regret it!" then Ruby was walked off by Glynda. Ozpin turned to Andrew and gave him a smile.

"You made a good first impression on her Andrew. Don't you think that was a bit harsh on the girl." Andrew scoffed

"No, if it had worked she would not have taken you up on that offer." He then pushed himself away from the wall he was leaning against and started to walk off.

"Give her a chance, I do believe she will surprise you." Ozpin called after him. Andrew stopped but didn't turn around

"Only if she grows up about ten years by this time tomorrow." And then continued walking away, hearing Ozpin laugh behind him. Andrew would never disrespect Ozpin's decision as he owed him more than his life was worth, but he did think that Ruby should have at least thought about the offer first.

Whatever happens now, that's what will be. He thought to himself and decided that he needed another drink, or three.