The First Day
"It's been a while old friends. It's been nice talking with you, but I have something else I need to do."
A bell rang and students began to enter the room. Everyone was seated and waiting for the teacher, while chatting with friends. An averaged height female, wearing dark purple leggings, with a small black skirt, a black buttoned up shirt with the sleeves rolled up, black hair, low heeled boots, and a bow on top of her head walked into the room. She stood in front of the teachers desk and waited for the class to quiet down. All but one student realized she was waiting.
"Man I'm telling you she's a freak. I swear her tail was real." the Boy said to his friend in a quiet tone, but not quiet enough for the teacher to miss. Blake Wukong took note of the boys attitude and cleared her throat to get the students attention, which succeed.
"Mr. Winchester is it?"
"Yeah that's me." He said in a cocky tone.
"If you are finished, I would like to start class. If that's OK with you." Blake said sarcastically which earned her a few chuckles.
"Now seeing as you're all here we'll begin. My name is Ms. Wukong and as you should all know this is history. Can anyone tell me why we should study past events?"
A student with shoulder length grey-sh white hair and hazel eyes hesitantly raised her hand.
"Yes, Ms. Daichi."
"Well, I believe that it's so we can learn from past mistakes."
"To keep it simple yes. However there is much more to it then that. It's also so we can learn to not be ignorant about past events that became the future we have. I'm sure some of you may have heard of the Faunus War. Does anyone know what is believed to be the greatest turning point?"
A boy with snow white hair, light blue eyes, and perfect posture raised his hand.
"Mr. Vasilias, do you know?"
"It was the battle of Fort Castle, when General LeGume attempted to ambush the Faunus at night."
"Correct, I-" Blake was cut off when she heard Albert Winchester whispering, due to her cat ears under her bow.
"How do you think animals managed to beat that general?"
Blake was furious, but as a teacher at Beacon she still had rules to follow.
"Mr. Winchester, I assume you have a question to ask." she frowned.
"Yea, how could a bunch of dumb animals overpower a General?"
Another student with neck length black hair and blue eyes spoke up. "I believe that if General LeGume would have been a bit more open minded about his opponents ability maybe he would've, oh I don't know, known that they have an advantage in the dark."
"You-" is the only thing that Albert was able to get off before being interrupted.
"Mr. Winchester if you can not accept the answer to a question you asked, then perhaps you shouldn't ask it." She said as she winked to the girl who answered the question, without anyone else noticing.
The class continued on, however Albert Winchester occasionally spoke out of line with a comment about the faunus, which was put to rest by Blake. She did notice a few different students that got uneasy when such comment was made, she took note of which students they were. Eventually the bell rang signaling the end of the first class.
"Alright, class the assignment has been sent to your scrolls. An small essay explaining what you believe to be the best battle of the war for learning. Remember it doesn't matter what battle as long as you explain the lesson and logic behind it. I will see you all tomorrow."
The class got up to leave. Albert spotted a girl with a wolf like tail in front of him and was about to grab it. Blake used her semblence to get in front of him. Everyone noticed this and was shocked.
"Wasn't she over there a moment ago?" one boy asked his friend.
"Class one moment please."
Everyone stopped what they were doing and listened.
"I will not tolerate anything that is to discriminate against another. Am I clear?" Staring at Albert, but directing it to the whole class.
"Yes, ma'am." the class responded.
"Good, I wish to speak with Ms. Scarlet, Ms. Zelber, Mr. Raitzu, Ms Daichi, Ms. Trinity, Mr. Alvante, Mr. Gregory, and Mr. Arlet."
Each one who had their name called sat back down in the front row as the rest of the class left. The girl who answered Albert's question was about to leave before Blake stopped her.
"Ms. Arc." The girl stopped and turned around. "Yes, Ms. Wukong?"
"Thank you for your "participation" with Albert's debate and before you leave would you please lock the door behind you?"
The girl nodded and left the room locking the door behind her.
"Ms. Wukong, what is this about?" Nathanial Gregory a bull Faunus with short brown hair and black eyes asked,
"I just need to talk to you about something for a moment." she responded
"I couldn't help but notice that you only pulled aside those of us who are Faunus. Is there a reason for that?" Melody Scarlet, stated with a hint of anger to her words.
Blake stayed calm to respond "That's exactly why I asked you eight. It's less then it used to be, but there are still those willing to discriminate against the Faunus. Can you all keep a secret just between us?"
All but one nodded in agreement, Randy Alvante a gorilla Faunus with brown eyes, and short black hair that looked like he just rolled out of bed. His notable trait was thick facial hair and abnormal muscle tone. "Is this with dealing with my argument with Albert if so he started it. I think that this is-"
He was cut off by Blake swiftly moving her hand to her head and taking her bow off. The eight students gasped. She realized that nobody other than from her old team RWBY, team JNPR, and a few teachers from the past knew. She never felt comfortable taking it off, but she had to show Randy that she was willing to trust them.
"I want you to keep this our secret, but listen to me. I have certain rules to follow as a teacher, but I will deal with this accordingly. The headmaster will be notified and action will be taken. If you have anymore trouble outside of my class let me know and I promise I will help you." She finished by putting her bow back on. "Now what class do you all have next?"
"Sparring." they all responded.
"Ok, I will let your teacher know and have you excused for what you missed." They all left with a new appreciation for their teacher.
It's not as bad as I thought it was going to be. First day though so only time will tell. With that though Blake had a break in-between her classes and decided to go to the headmaster personally. She knocked on the door when she arrived
"Come in." Ren said as he heard a knock.
Blake entered and closed the door behind her. She set a file on his desk and sighed.
Ren opened up the file "What's this about, Blake?"
"It's one of my students, he's been less then cooperative. That's his file, and he's not much different then what Cardin used to be."
Ren looked at her curiously "Albert Winchester? It shouldn't be to difficult to handle. I'll call Cardin and notify him. After all he has become more then just tolerant of the Faunus, he's accepted them."
Blake smiled at that statement. Humans and Faunus getting closer to not having any problems. This has been one of the greatest times for peace between the two. Although there was a concern she had, and Ren noticed this.
"Blake, you seem rather abstract today." the headmaster simply stated.
"It's just.." she composed herself a little before continuing "I haven't heard of any recent White Fang attacks. It almost seems like they have stopped. It has helped the Faunus, but it's just strange."
"Yang was sent on a mission to investigate. I was unsure if they planned on making a move, however I won't know for sure until she comes to speak with me. I believe she's here now, but is busy at the moment." Ren finished with a sip of his tea.
"I see, that's all I wanted to speak with you about." She opened the door and left.
The eight students that Blake talked to walked in to a few students glaring and others just noting their presence.
"Glad you could join us. I didn't want you to miss anything so I waited for you. Take a seat wherever you want. Everyone, you can call me Jaune, Mr. Arc-" he was cut off by a tall blond women with her right arm missing just above the elbow.
"Or you can call him vomit boy!" this caused some to look confused and others to laugh.
Jaune looked over at Yang in surprise.
"What?"
"Guess who's back?" Yang said with a big grin on her face.
"Alright class feel free to talk, but just don't call me vomit boy." the class laughed and started chatting with their friends.
"So Yang, what's up?"
"Oh not much, just stopping by. Finished up a mission and have to swing by to talk to Ren."
"That makes sense. Give me just a minute to get started and we can continue our conversation."
Yang gave him a thumbs up.
"Ok, so today I'll be evaluating everyone individually. You have 10 minutes to form a strategy and make sure your gear is organized."
Jaune stepped to the side to talk with Yang. Unknowing to them a small figure cloaked in the corner was observing everyone.
"So how was your mission?"
"Oh nothing worth calling a mission. The best I got was pummeling a guy into a wall because he wouldn't tell me what I wanted to know. Other then that it wasn't exciting. I did get a little bit of intel on a few things, but that's for Ren to know."
"Right, gotch ya. So-" He was interrupted by a girl with blonde hair, light purple eyes, a slightly tan complexion, razor sharp canine teeth and a red wolf tail. She wore white cargo pants, brown combat boots, and a sleeveless black shirt.
"I'm sorry Mr. Arc, but I have a question?"
"Hmm, what is it Ms...?"
"Scarlet." she responded "and I have been trying to practice a take down for some time, but I can't seem to get it right."
"What are your weapons?" Yang interjected.
"Oh, I have these," pulling out two shotguns about 14 inches in length, "they also transform into gauntlet that wraps around my hand, sort of like yours Miss" she showed them how they transformed. "They have a custom clasp that goes around the palm of my hand so I can still grapple with opponents, and stabilize the recoil if I want to add a shot to any of my punches."
Yang offered a high five "Nice kid. Those are pretty cool. I think I could help with your style. What take down are you trying?"
"It starts off by grabbing your opponents arm, straightening it out, then flipping them over on their back."
"Ok try it on me." Yang offered
"Are you sure...?"
"Yeah, don't worry, you won't hurt me."
Yang was going at s slower pace to make sure the girl could effectively try the take down, but failed.
"I don't understand where I'm going wrong." she seemed a little down.
"Here, let me show you. When you try to flip them make sure you're close enough and kinda crouched. When you want to flip them, pop your hips while flipping them over, otherwise you'll just be hanging onto their arm and it'll be a chance for them to counter."
"OK. Thank you so much Ms...?"
"Xiao Long."
Melody was running back to her team, before Yang stopped her. The girl tuned around to Yang giving her a thumbs up and smiling. In a shadow where nobody noticed, a single tear dropped from the figures face.
"When are you going to tell her?" Jaune asked cautiously
Yang closed her eyes and exhaled "Do I deserve her after everything that's happened? After everything she's been through, do I even have a right anymore."
"Yang, she's still-" Jaune was cut off as Yang started to shake.
"Jaune..." she started slowly in a low tone "it doesn't matter. Think if that happened to Lilly. How would you face her."
"You forget, I'm an Arc." he defended.
"What do you mean by that?" she retaliated.
"Remember the dace we had our first year for the Vytal festival?"
Yang chuckled "How could anyone forget, you wore a dress."
"Yea I did. Do you know why though?"
Thinking to herself she realized that Jaune didn't tell anyone that she knew of. She shook her head in response.
"I told Phyrra that if she didn't get a date that I would wear a dress. Even if it wasn't thought through all the way, I still had to uphold my word in a sense of honor. It doesn't matter what's happened before, as long as you do everything you can to make it up to that person, then you've done your part." he finished with a small smile.
"You're right, but I don't want to throw off her focus right before a match."
"That's a good point. If you want to stick around and help out with class it wouldn't hurt."
"I'm game. Maybe get a few matches in myself." Yang smirked.
Jaune decided to start evaluation. He and Yang walked to the center of the room. He set up the board for the battles to come and decided how to go about choosing who went first. He spotted a blue eyed, silver hair, boy who seemed like he might have been reading his scroll. He looked at his roster and called the boy out.
"Yael Ren, care to start us off?"
The boy nodded his head, walked to the stage, and prepared his weapons. Jaune explained that it was a tournament style, and if his aura counter reached critical level he would call the match. Again the boy only nodded, which Jaune noted. The count down hit zero and the match began.
Yael began by rushing Jaune, while transforming his handguns into rings with blades. Slashing down with one and immediately across with the other, Jaune parried the first one with his sword, and blocked the second with his shield. Jaune attempted to hit Yael by swinging his sword. Yael dodged his sword rolling to the outside and started shooting.
Jaune's reacted to this by turning around, shield up. Yael was already on the opposite side of him, with one of the blades at Jaune's throat. Jaune stayed there a second before ending the match and commending him. Jaune started looking for another student.
A student with dark red hair, blood red eyes, and a dead pan look was next. Jaune called him down. Warren already had his weapons ready, and just stared at the blond teacher. Again the counter reached zero indicating the begin.
Warren ran forward meeting Jaune in the middle. Jaune started by slashing at Warren, who spread his arms above him, stopping Jaune's sword. This shocked everyone. Warren flipped, putting himself behind Jaune. Warren then began constricting the wires, that made his weapon. Jaune acted quickly slipping underneath the wire he was caught in, running towards the student. Warren, not expecting this, and struggled to regain his stance.
Jaune swung his sword at warrens side, which he caught with his Ghost Wire. He wrapped it around the sword and pulled the sword out of the blonds hand. Warren smirked and tried to wrap it around Jaune, but the teacher swept the students feet from underneath him. Jaune used the moment to carry his shield inches from Warren's throat.
He called the match, with his hand outstretched to help the angry student up. Warren swatted it away and got up. Yang was about to give him a piece of her mind, but Jaune stopped her.
"Warren, there's no disgrace from a loss in practice as long as you learned from it." Jaune calmly stated.
Warren avoided his gaze and went back to his seat. Jaune sighed and looked for another student. Falin Sky was next. The student walked to the center of the ring and prepared himself. Jaune noted that he had no weapon.
The count hit zero and they were off. Jaune took the offensive role this time. He closed the distance and swung his sword. The aqua haired student dodged and went to attack only to be hit by a shield. This sent him back 5 feet. He moved his jaw back and forth making sure it wasn't broken.
Falin decided to use his semblance. He created throwing knives out of aura and threw them all around Jaune acting like he missed. He created a sword and shield mimicking Jaune's. He swung at Jaune who side stepped, however Jaune didn't see the thin cord connecting the knives and tripped. Falin lunged, but his sword was blocked by a shield. Jaune kicked the student behind the knee and he fell down, this allowed Jaune to regain his composure.
Falin dispelled his current weapons and used his semblance to create two handguns like Yael's. He shot at Jaune who blocked, and went to flip over him. He wasn't expecting Jaune to jump at him however and was knocked to the ground, sword at his throat.
Jaune asked if he needed to go to the infirmary, but the student insisted he was alright. Jaune was panting at this point and turned to Yang.
"You want to take the next one?"
She pumped her fist and nearly shouted "I thought you'd never ask."
"Alright, choose anyone I haven't. Also go about half speed unless necessary."
Yang nodded at this. She thought for a minute about each student. She then pointed at Melody motioning for her to be next. Melody walked to the area, and looked at the blondes missing arm with concern. Yang coughed purposely and the Wolf Faunus looked up.
"Kid, I'm a full fledged Huntress. Don't let this slow you down, unless you want to get beat."
Melody got flustered, because Yang was right. Melody cared about people and didn't want that to be her downfall against any opponent. This didn't escape Yang and Jaune.
"You know, your just like me." Yang stated but with hidden tears.
"What's that suppose to mean?" Melody was getting a little angry at this point.
Yang didn't answer, because the battle began. Melody had her gauntlets on and sent a few shots at Yang. Expecting this, the blonde countered with her Ember Celica. Melody couldn't see through the smoke so she waited with her guard up. Yang came speeding through the smoke with the help of her weapon.
Melody charged at her and their fists collided. The ground shifted beneath them, a few pieces of debris flew outward, and there was a blast of air at everyone watching. Melody went to punch Yang with her other arm, but Yang countered with her only hand.
Melody took her chance to keep Yang's hand occupied as she went for an uppercut. Yang saw this coming and kicked at the girls leg. Melody used warp, her semblance and was now behind Yang. The blonde was confused and got hit in the back of the head. This set her off. She whipped around, eyes red, and screaming.
Everyone was nervous, including Jaune. However the purple eyed wolf was smiling and accepted the challenge. They were both throwing a fury of punches and kicks trying to hit the other. Melody succeeding a few times, because Yang was predictable.
Melody warping from time to time, to avoid a few oncoming blows. Eventually she started tiring, and slowing down. Yang taking her chance at one last uppercut to her stomach, landing the blow. The girl falling to the ground, was heaving for air, and passed out.
Yang snapped out of her furry and started to panic a little. She looked worriedly at Jaune with tears on the brink of falling. He nodded and Yang took her to the infirmary.
The class was almost over, so there was no time for anymore matches. Jaune decided to let the students ask questions, and answered many of them. However time ran out and the bell for lunch rang. The students were leaving and Jaune pulled Warren aside to speak with him.
"Warren, are you OK? I know it's not easy to lose, but I've had more experience in my time. This is meant as friendly advice, not to gloat."
"I'm fine. Now let me go." Warren said as he pushed his way past Jaune.
Jaune just shook his head and thought.
If you were here, what would you do?
Most of the students and some teachers went to the cafeteria and grabbed a tray for their food. Team WNTR sat at one of the tables in the middle, team WOLF stayed together as well, but the two members from team MSRY that sat together was Selfee and Raitzu. Yael finished his food and headed to the library. Not many could tell, but Blake knew that something bothered him. She followed him to the library to see if she could help. Everyone took some time and familiarize themselves with each other a little better, while they chowed down.
Meanwhile in the library...
Yael enjoyed reading, however this trip to the library was for more than fun. He wanted to do some research on Vale's history and look up files of renown hunters and huntresses. He found one book that seemed almost new and opened it.
He looked through the index and found what he might have been looking for. The destruction of Beacon. Looking through the pages, he found the page numbers. He found the section by skimming through the pages and saw some pictures next to the pages he was searching for. What he saw was horrifying..
Blake walking towards him made herself known "Yael Ren, if i'm not mistaken."
This startled him and he turned around, nearly dropping the book.
"Don't worry, you're not in trouble. You just seemed a little down is all. I just wanted to see if I could help."
Yael turned the book to Blake as he pointed to a picture of her, after Adam stabbed her. Blake looked at him for a moment, before she continued.
"What do you want to know?"
He turning a few pages, showing Blake the picture of Yang, indicating he wanted to know more.
"She was my partner here at Beacon. With the other two we formed team RWBY. However we split up. Yang Xiao Long became a fully active huntress. Weiss Schnee took up her fathers company and still accepts missions from time to time. I decided I wanted to become a teacher. The leader of the team... Ruby, well she went missing." Blake said in a somber tone as she recollected the past.
He mouthed an apology and decided to check the book out. They both went to their next destination.
Later at the infirmary...
Yang was carrying Melody on her back, while she rushed through the doors. Neo looked up from her paperwork startled. She looked at Yang and motioned to one of the empty beds. Neo started looking at Melody, then noticed Yang's concern for the girl. Neo looked at Yang with a questioning look.
"We were sparring, and I lost control and I hit her in the stomach pretty hard."
Neo silently sighed, while looking at Yang.
"Neo, I'm sorry, but is she going to be OK?" Tears running down her face.
Neo brought out a x-ray and started to set it up. She pointed for Yang to leave, while she took a few scans. She got the results and showed Yang.
"I'm not exactly sure what I'm looking at."
Neo explained using hand motions that it was only a small fracture to the lower ribs. She brought out some wrap to put around the girls body. Neo walked over to Yang, hugged her, and smiled.
"You sure she'll be fine?"
Neo nodded her head and motioned for Yang to go see Ren, and she would message her when Melody woke up. With that she left to report to the headmaster.
Ren sighed as Nora broke the doors off the hinges.
"Nora, I told you to open the doors carefully so that didn't happen."
"Sorry Ren." saying with a still happy expression "I just thought you should know that Yang was back." the blonde was following behind Nora.
"Hey Ren, what's up?" Yang seemed less enthusiastic.
"Well other then needing new doors, things have been pretty good."
"That's good to hear, but I do need to make sure we have some privacy about this." the brawler expression turned serious.
"Nora." Ren stated simply, but the tiny brute knew what he wanted.
"You got it!" and she left to stand guard at the newly broken doors.
"So, what have you discovered?" Ren sipped his tea.
"I know that it's almost impossible to find anyone connected to the White Fang. They haven't been active for the past few years, and I'm still not sure what that means for us. I can't confirm it, but someone mentioned that they might have been taken out." Yang reported.
"I see, that definitely would be a stretch without proof. We still must stay vigilant in case they do decide to make a move. I have a few ideas that might be possible, but without more proof I can't say they are plausible." He sipped his tea again.
"What do you think has been happening?"
"My first and most likely theory would be that they are planning something massive. Second and also possible to collaborate with the first, is that they are recruiting more and more people, but with extreme caution. Lastly and least likely, is that they have been disbanded or someone took it upon themselves to get rid of them. I would say a group possibly. It's almost impossible to think about a single person wiping them out." He stared at Yang. "What do you think?"
She thought for a second "If it were me, I would charge in with as many people as I could and beat them down."
"Do you know of anyone who could take down such an organization?"
"No, It's impossible against people like him." she placed her hand on her right stub.
"Of course, would you like to rest here at Beacon for a few days?" Ren suggested.
"Yea, I still want to see Blake, then there's also Emerald, and a few others." Yang started to think about everyone.
"It's only natural. Feel free to do whatever you need to. Also do not be afraid to ask me for anything." Yang nodded.
"I do want to ask you something, because she was our friend as well. Have you found anything about Ruby." he asked in a slightly somber tone.
Yang had a stream of silent tears, but her voice was low "No, it's been fifteen years Ren. She's probably...probably gone." she whispered the last part.
"I see" Ren put a hand on her shoulder "We're friends after all, so make yourself at home. I do apologize for bringing that up."
Yang left with a small smile. She was lost in her thoughts walking absently through the halls. The brawler turned a corner to make her way to the cafeteria, accidental bumping into someone causing her to fall over. Not realizing what happened, she shook her head while looking up. Staring down at her offering a hand, was her old partner Blake.
"Sorry about that Blake, I didn't even realize you were there." stating as she was helped up.
"Don't worry about it. Ren mentioned you were here. Did you finish your mission without too much trouble?"
"Yea, there wasn't much to report." Yang said absently.
Blake put her hand on Yang's shoulder "Something's bothering you. What's wrong?"
"Just a sparring accident with one of the students."
Blake raised an eyebrow "Which one?"
"Melody Scarlet."
"Have you talked to her yet?"
Yang sighed "No, she was unconscious."
"Are you going to?"
"I already talked to Jaune about it. I'm going to tell her, and whatever happens, happens. It was my choice and I have to accept the consequences from that."
"It shouldn't be that bad. At first it's going to be tough, but if anything she'll be happy to know someone is there for her. Have you had time to catch up with everyone?" Blake smiled.
"No, do you know if Weiss is around, or is she in Atlas?"
"I know we're suppose to have a meeting about what's been going on in the hunters world, but I don't know if it's going to happen. Almost nothing major has happened, and the worst we've had to deal with is making sure Grimm don't overpopulate the area." the cat informed the blonde
"Yea, I'm not sure what to think about it all. Anyways, did you already get lunch or are you going to join me?"
"I'll join you. I was checking on a student before I had the chance to eat."
Yang smiled as they started their walk. Blake asked Yang about what she found out about the White Fang. The Blonde told her what she told Ren, as she poked at her food. Suddenly out of nowhere, a banana peel flew into Yang's hair. Blake got uneasey, Yang flared up, and Sun was laughing from the distance.
"Good to see you Yang-" he was cut off from finishing his sentence by Yang pinning him, into a now cracked wall.
Eyes red with fire, Yang was staring into his soul and some students got scared hearing her roar "If you throw your garbage in my hair ever again, I'll make sure there's nothing left of you!"
The helpless monkey looked to his kitty for help. Blake sighed "Yang I know he's dumb, but I still need him. Please just forgive him this once. I'll even clean your hair for you." she persuaded
Yang dropped him "Alright, but if he does this again-"
"he's all yours" the cat Faunus finished, and they both smiled at each other.
The three of them ate their lunch as they talked about what's been going on in their lives. Most of which consisted of Sun getting glared at by the other two, or stories of recent adventures. They handed the trays they had to the dishwasher, and parted ways. The third period of the day was going to start soon.
I hope it wasn't too dull, as I tried putting a lot of thought and time into it. I will be trying to update every week by Friday night. Any input is appreciated, and welcome. I will also be working on a few other stories, however this will be my main one.
