BlazBlue-x-RWBY Crossover

Rebel 2 : The Observer, Part 1

RWBY is owned by RoosterTeeth.

BlazBlue is owned by Arc System Works.

"Tell me, Glynda. What do you know of the Azure Grimoire, or of the legends of the Black Beast?"

The blonde-haired woman blinked a few times, her smooth brow slightly furrowed in thought. "That is a rather old legend, sir... If my recollection is correct, the Black Beast was a monstrous creature that appeared without notice, rampaged seemingly without reason, and left massive destruction in its wake. It also exuded massive amounts of a harmful substance that polluted the surface of the planet, making it inhospitable to humans; as a result, people moved to higher grounds in order to escape this pollution and continue to survive." Glynda adjusted her glasses slightly before speaking again. "What does that have to do with your decision to mentor Miss Rose?"

Ozpin took another sip from his mug, and sat on his chair across the desk from Glynda. "I have reason to believe that Ruby Rose has access to a Grimoire. I want to see to it that she does not misuse that power, and that she can control it."

Glynda's blue eyes narrowed at him. "A... Grimoire, you say...? But how...? Were those not lost, as originally believed?"

Ozpin's brown eyes regarded the woman in front of him thoughtfully, before draining his mug and setting it on the table. He drew a deep sigh, interlocking his fingers, before speaking again. "I am not entirely sure myself, but the way I have observed her using her Aura seems to point to no other possibility."

Red eyes opened and settled on the teacup. There was a barely perceptible ripple as it was set down on the linen-draped table. A concerned voice gently spoke from behind, the words carrying the dignity of age. "Is something afoot, milady?"

A soft sigh before the answer was given. "Yes, Valkenhayn. However it may be too early to do anything yet." The speaker picked up the teacup and took a slow, leisurely sip before speaking again. "Nonetheless, I am curious. How will Bloodedge's heir act? Will she be as obstinate as her predecessor? Is she as brainless as he was?"

A tiny voice piped up from somewhere close. "Hah! I'm sure of it! As they say, the fruit never falls far from the tree!"

Another voice answered: "Gii, you're too hard on her. We haven't even seen her yet. I think I shall defer my opinion until then."

A pair of cinderblocks appeared from nowhere and fell on something, immediately followed by yelps. "Oww Princess! That hurt!" "W-What did I do, Princess?"

The teacup was slowly drained, then set on the table again. The seated figure slowly stood to its full height, revealing a slender girl clothed in a black dress and billowing skirt, designed with red crosses on the back and sides. Her long blonde hair was tied in two high pigtails, held by black ribbons. "Nago, Gii. I believe I have told you before to hold your tongues unless spoken to." She turned to her side, where a tall, elderly man wearing a black butler uniform with gold trim and matching pants was standing close by. "Valkenhayn, I would like you to accompany me later. I wish to pay a visit to Bloodedge's heir. Also, I leave you to decide how to discipline Nago and Gii. They have grown rather undisciplined lately. I shall rest in my room for a short while before we leave."

The man addressed as Valkenhayn bowed. "As you wish, milady." He turned to the two left in his 'care' as she vanished. "Now, as for the two of you."

Nago, a creature who normally appears as a large black cat, and Gii, a red bat, stuck close to each other as the elderly butler seemed to become feral.

Team RWBY got back to Beacon and was immediately called to Glynda's office. The blonde woman looked like she couldn't decide on something as the four girls stood in front of her desk. After a very long while, she looked up and met Ruby's silver eyes, then spoke in a flat voice. "Miss Rose, you are to report to Professor Ozpin alone after this. As for the three of you," she turned to the rest of Ruby's team, "you are to return to your dorms and await further instructions."

Yang stepped forward. "But, Miss Goodwitch, why does Ruby have to go alone? Did she commit any offense?" The blonde brawler's face was full of worry.

Glynda turned her eyes back to her Scroll. "No, she did not. This matter is not for me to disclose. You may leave." Her tone carried a note of finality to it.

Weiss led the way out of Glynda's office. The heiress and the other two girls waited for their leader to round the corner leading to the headmaster's office. Ruby waved before she disappeared from sight, Yang and Blake reciprocating the gesture. They remained standing there for a few more moments, the white-haired girl breaking the silence. "I wonder why the headmaster wants Ruby alone."

"Whatever the reason is, I'm sure Ruby can take care of herself." Blake replied, the ears under her bow twitching almost imperceptibly.

Ruby stood outside of the great double doors leading into the headmaster's office. She had to admit, she had no idea why she was being called here, and alone to boot. Could it be because of Penny and what happened earlier? No, that can't be it, I didn't even do anything! She shook her head. No, I gotta stay focused. She took a deep breath, and raised her hand to knock.

Before Ruby's hand could even make any form of contact, the door yanked open, the headmaster holding a mug in his other hand. "Ruby Rose. I was beginning to think you were already rooted to the spot."

The suddenness of the door opening, plus Ozpin's equally sudden speaking surprised the cloak-wearing girl, making her jump backwards a bit, both hands raised in a defensive gesture. "Gyaah!"

Ozpin didn't so much as blink, merely opening the door wider and gesturing for the girl to come in. "Let us talk inside. It will be more comfortable than standing here at the door." He moved away, leaving the door open for the Huntress-in-training.

Ruby took a few calming breaths before entering. The inside of Ozpin's office was a little short of the redhead's expectations: it was indeed what you would expect of a headmaster's office, although she thought it would also have... More.

Ozpin gestured to the seat on the other side of his table. "Please, relax. I only wanted to ask you a few things."

Ruby slightly paled. Her mind immediately went on overdrive. Oh no, he's going to ask about Penny... What do I do? What do I tell him? How much should I tell him? Can he detect lies?

The brown-eyed man merely eased back on his chair, taking a sip from his mug. "Ruby, were you aware that you had a Grimoire?"

Silver eyes shot up and focused on brown. "H-huh? A what? A Grimm wire?"

Both headmaster and student turned as they heard something - or someones - just appear suddenly and mysteriously in the same room as them. The black-suited elderly man spoke first. "It would appear that Bloodedge's heir is just as thick-headed as he is, madam."

Ruby slightly tensed as she saw the black cat, but didn't move. Ozpin merely regarded the new arrivals with curiosity. "And who might you two be?"

The elderly man smiled. "Oh dear, where are my manners. I am Valkenhayn R. Hellsing, butler to the Alucard family. The young lady at my side is the current head of the family, Madam Rachel."

The black cat moved to the side and simply morphed into a throne, and Rachel wordlessly sat on it. A plump red bat appeared out of nowhere and morphed into a table. Ruby's eyes were now locked on the throne and table. "Whoa... I didn't know Grimm could be tamed and change forms now..."

"They are not simple creatures of this world," Rachel replied. "Nago and Gii are my familiars. Valkenhayn, I desire some refreshments. Our trip tired me more than I would have desired."

Valkenhayn bowed. "Most certainly, milady. Sir," he now turned to Ozpin, "would you be so kind as to allow me leave to use your kitchen?"

Ozpin smiled slightly. "This office doesn't have a kitchen, but by all means you can use the stuff over there. I think there should be some Assam tea in the upper right cupboard, right behind the bookcase you're standing in front of. If you prefer cocoa, I'm afraid I am fresh out of it."

The butler nodded. "Ah. Very good, sir. If you will excuse me..." He bowed and excused himself, moving lithely and silently for someone his age.

As the butler was busy preparing on the other side of the division, Rachel regarded Ruby silently, red eyes meeting silver. "Heir of Bloodedge. Observe me."

Welp that's it for now.

I'm honestly not sure when I can do the next update since I got a call from one of the centers I applied to and it looks like I was able to manage the cut... This means less time for me to be able to think and write, but at the same time it also means new job (and a steady source of cash. Haha XD)

Anyways, feel free to leave your comments and reviews.

Sanguis out.