"Ugh, my head," groaned Ruby as she opened her eyes. She looked around the room she was in and saw several people, both friends and enemies. She stopped when she saw that her mother was with them. Tears formed in her eyes as she stared at her late mother. She slowly reached out, afraid this is all a dream. Gently touching her mother's hand, Ruby's tears finally fell. Summer's eyes fluttered open as she felt her daughter's touch. Letting out a gasp as Ruby leapt on her, Summer embraced her daughter as people around them awoke. Barely a second passed after everyone got up before they were ready to fight. Ruby was about to rush forward when everyone felt a powerful force pushed to their knees. "I knew that I would have to interfere and make you don't fight. But I didn't think that it would be this soon". Everyone turned their heads to see who was speaking. The man was, for the lack of better terms, average. Brown hair and eyes, average height, and skinny. Nothing about this person really stood out. "You may call me Azreal and I am what is called an Editor".
"And an editor is?" asked Roman as he felt the pressure ease up.
"there are three main groups," explained Azreal. "These groups are Creators, Editors, and Observers".
"Okay," said a confused Yang. "Explain please".
"Creators, well, create worlds. Editors takes copies of those worlds and character and make their own variations. Finally Observers simply observe the world. As you can guess Observers are the most common. In fact, all Editors and Creators are also Observers".
"So we are just copies of the original?" asked Blake.
"Basically, but you are still alive," said Azreal. "Now this is the third time I attempted this. Your job is simple. Listen to these songs and then you go home."
"You kidnapped us just to have us listen to some stupid songs," complained Emerald.
"Not just any songs," said Azreal. "Songs from the show simply called RWBY. Yep, in the world I live, you guys are nothing more than characters in a show".
"Oh, oh," said Nora, getting everyone's attention.
"Yes, Nora, you are queen of the castle," the Editor said, getting a cheer from the hammer user. "Now, go ahead and find a seat. Food and drinks will be provided and lyrics for the song will appear on the screen. Finally, some of these songs does have adult language. However, this words will be censored for Adrian". Azreal watched as everyone found a place to sit, only having to interfere twice. "Now this song is known as This Will Be The Day". The song began with a short instrumental before a female began singing.
They see you as small and helpless;
They see you as just a child.
Surprise when they find out that a warrior will soon run wild.
"Hey, I know this song," said Ruby, remembering listening to it in the store.
Prepare for your greatest moments;
Prepare for your finest hour.
The dream that you've always dreamed is suddenly about to flower.
"I guessing that the song is about one of us," said Blake. "I'm guessing that is Ruby".
We are lightning,
Straying from the thunder,
Miracles of ancient wonder.
"Miracles of ancient wonders?" repeated Oscar. "Are they talking about us or Ruby's eyes?" He glanced at both Ozpin and Ozma. Neither of them had an answer.
This will be the day we've waited for.
This will be the day we open up the door.
I don't wanna hear your absolution;
Hope you're ready for a revolution.
Welcome to a world of new solutions.
Welcome to a world of bloody evolution.
In time, your heart will open minds,
A story will be told,
And victory is in a simple soul.
"A revolution, huh?" said Adam. "With the exception of the last line, it sound like they are talking about the White Fang".
"Victory is in a simple soul," said Ozma, glancing at Salem. "Those words should sound familiar".
Your world needs a great defender.
Your world's in the way of harm.
You want a romantic life; a fairytale that's full of charm.
"Okay, that is definitely Ruby," said Yang. Blake smiled as she remember her first real meeting with the young huntress.
Beware that the light is fading;
Beware if the dark returns.
This world's unforgiving, even brilliant lights will cease to burn.
"I know that our battle with Salem will have casualities, but being reminded of the lives it cost still hurts," said Ozpin, glancing at Summer. Ozma placed his hand on his future body's shoulder.
"We made a mistake, but we have to keep moving forward".
Legends scatter.
Day and night will sever.
Hope and peace are lost forever.
"Well, it sounds like you got pretty far," said Roman. "However, we need to see if you can finish the job".
This will be the day we've waited for.
We are lightning.
Welcome to a world of new solutions.
This will be the day we've waited for.
This will be the day we open up the door.
I don't wanna hear your absolution;
Hope you're ready for a revolution.
Welcome to a world of new solutions.
Welcome to a world of bloody evolution.
In time, your heart will open minds,
A story will be told,
and victory is in a simple soul.
"Okay, If every song is this short, we'll be out of here in no time," said Jaune. "Ugh, how many song are we listening to?"
"as of right now, 42 songs".
"What?" said Weiss. "You expect us to sit through 42 songs?"
"You want more?" Azreal said jokingly. Weiss glared at him, but didn't say anything. Azreal chuckled as he set up the next song
"Okay, The next song is Red Like Rose from the Red Trailer," said Azreal as he pulled up the lyrics. "This is the song that people heard when they first met Ruby. Maybe I'll show some of you your adventures.". He said the next part under his breath, "Hopefully my third attempt at this will work."
