AN: Sooooooo here's the next chapter, nothing crazy happens just some plot build up, setting the scene. The usual. It seems as I continue the story everyone gets a little shadier and shadier? Anyone else a little suspicious? Haha. Hit me up with some reviews, ask questions, or even let me know what your theories are. I was thinking I'll reply to comments and post them with the new chapters? Well without further ado enjoy~!

Chapter 4: What to talk about?

The time passed by fairly normal for Ruby. Except she was experiencing the same recurring dream from a few weeks back. She tried to push the nightmares out of her mind, but it was such an odd development. Every time she would try to remember details about the dream she would get a horrible headache. With such persistent headaches she eventually asked her father about it, he quickly came to her aid by supplying her with a peculiar pill bottle.

Ruby was unsure of taking the medicine at first, she had always been a horrible pill taker. Deciding it must be fine after her father told her she was actually prescribed the medicine. He said she used to suffer from horrible migraines when she was younger, but soon stopped taking It. Apparently after the accident the headaches seemed to of… stopped on their own. The pills were surprisingly big but she didn't complain since the medicine was helping her sleep through the night. Ruby was able to attend classes like normal, finishing whatever work was assigned to her now that she was well rested and refreshed.

Today in fact she had successfully succeeded in making the perfect cup of hot chocolate! She grips her cup intently when a chilling breeze blows, sending chills down her spine.

"Whoa it sure is chilly today!" Yang says.

"Oh, maybe we'll get some snow?!" Ruby replies gidley.

"Mmmm so I can school you in a snowball fight again this year? "Yang snickers.

"If I recall Ruby and I tied with Nora and you, Yang."

Replies Pyrrha intercepting the pair of sisters, squeezing herself between them and lazily wrapping an arm around them both. Causing Ruby to laugh and stick her tongue out at Yang.

"Well we caused more fatalities!" Yang responds.

"Oh, Jaune totally doesn't count Yang he was out in like the first five minutes!" Ruby responds.

"She does bring up a good point, Ren didn't last long either. Sacrificed himself for Nora if I remember correctly." Pyrrha says off off handedly.

"Okay, okay fine this means a rematch is in order!" Yang shouts.

"Do I even want to know what's got you so feisty in the morning?" A voice says.

Ruby looks up finding an inquisitive Blake standing a few feet in front of them,

"Of course you want to know Blakey, so you can be on the winning team!" Yang says latching onto Blake.

How does she always get here before us? I swear I never see her leave that house…and I get up pretty early.

Yang walked ahead with Blake, talking adamantly over the prospect of having another snowball fight. Surprisingly it snowed often in Vale, it rarely snowed back home on patch where Ruby grew up. Considering it was an island you certainly wouldn't expect it to snow often. Ruby could remember some things about her old home, Yang and her father would often take her to see the old house in hopes of sparking any memories.

"Yang sure does work fast, Doesn't she?"

Pyrrha says snapping Ruby out of her thoughts, she motions toward Yang and Blake little ways ahead. Causing Ruby to roll her eyes.

"You know how Yang is, she's always fast at making friends. They've been pretty much inseparable since like two or three weeks ago. Yang said they have two classes together pre-calculus and I think their actually...partners in biology. Plus, it helps considering she's also our neighbor. Yang wouldn't stop pestering her…" Ruby and Pyrrha snicker at the comment.

"Touché, she's like a kid bugging you until you give in. I remember how hard she kept pestering me about having a match." Pyrrha rolls her eyes at the memory causing Ruby to laugh out loud.

Yang had practically become Pyrrha's stalker, she knew where each of her classes were and which time she got out. Each time she would ask Pyrrha for a match after school, she would usually decline. Apparently Pyrrha was one of the best, she was a very well know athlete even had sponsors and such! I thought Yang she was going to propose to the poor girl with how persistent she was. What was even better was watching the actual match they had...

Ruby and Pyrrha's laughter draws a suspicious blondes gaze, Yang and Blake slow down enough to where the red duo are walking on par with them.

"I can't help but feel that my ears are burning little sis?" Yang questions.

"Well...don't worry all good things I swear." Ruby says sweetly.

Yang pauses seeing through Ruby's innocent facade.

"Why do I get a feeling it's completely opposite Rubes? Is it my hair? Be real with me, just tell me if it is. Help a sister out."

Yang's mini speech causes the other three girls to chuckle contently. Not necessarily because it was funny but, Yang seriously had qualm about her hair. She could go on for rounds and rounds in the ring but, it was game over if someone even caught a single strand of golden hair.

Ruby leaves Pyrrha side and went to Yang's wrapping a reassuring arm over her shoulders. Simultaneously pulling her down a bit to match Ruby's height.

"Don't worry you're still rocking the messy just got out of bed look."

"Hey, you make it sound easy. I don't just wake up like this!" All the girls stop and glance at Yang pointedly. Bringing out her signature smirk. "Okay only some low maintenance is required. But hey at least everyone's thinking damn, she must of had some Yang-tastic sex!" She states looking around.

All the girls simply roll their eyes, use to Yang's sense of humor. They continue walking until a voice pipes up,

"Only you would think that you brute." A shrill voice states.

Ruby glances up to see Weiss standing at the entrance, in her usual uniform. The school's standard uniforms were compiled of a black blazer with red trim and a red or blue skirt. Which most students wore to look acceptable, but each added their own flare to express a little bit of themselves. Weiss being well…Weiss altered her uniform quite a bit.

Her blazer and skirt were a pristine white, with black lining. A pale white undershirt which if you looked closely at was a little ruffled. Over that she wore a pale blue vest, with a matching ribbon tied around her collar. Most students weren't permitted to change the uniform so drastically but…the Shinee's were hard to say no to. She at least went through the same company that made the original uniforms. It was nice seeing everyone in a uniform, the school was all about equality and what not. It still made casual Fridays refreshing and quite entertaining. It was always interesting seeing what some people wore outside of school…the teachers were sometimes the best.

"Hey princess I can't change what everyone else is thinking. I can only find the humor in it!" Yang replies.

"Hmph I'm sure most people are thinking how lazy, she can't even brush her hair." Weiss sneers throwing her braid over her shoulder.

"You know that's why people call you ice queen."

Yang says as the group walks into the building. Ruby quickly steps between her sister and Weiss, unsure of how far their bickering would go. She looks to Pyrrha for some help but is only met with emerald eyes sparkling with entertainment.

Of course always the one to take a step back and watch how things unfold. Ruby glanced between the pair of girls. Why can't they ever seem to get along? I wonder if they've always exchanged witty banter like an old couple.

"If you two continue to argue so often, people are going to think you're an item." Pyrrha says exactly what Ruby was thinking.

Yang opens her mouth then shuts it pointing to herself then Weiss, jesting to the group before shaking her head ramboxiously bouncing her long golden locks. Ruby couldn't help but notice a certain tinge plastered on her dear sisters face.

Did my big and bad sister just blush? Wait she can't possibly like-

"Please me and that brute? Not even if she was the last person in Remnant, and even then just no." Weiss says shaking as if brushing off the idea.

"Okay princess you didn't have to say it like that. I get it okay? Besides I'm way too hot for you to handle ice queen." Yang snarks before practically stalking off.

Well there went that idea…there's no way! They'd rather claw each other's throats out. Only the wittiest may survive!

Ruby waves at Pyrrha and Blake as they walk off in the same direction as her fiery sister. She then turns her attention to a scowling Weiss. Ruby smirks and latches onto the un-expecting Weiss, she looks up at her smiling. Weiss turns away from Ruby blushing profusely at her friend actions.

"You dolt, your starting to act like Yang. Come on let's just go to class already."

Weiss starts to walk away but stops after a few steps, peering back at her best friend. Ruby looks up at her questioningly squeezing her arm slightly tighter.

"Are you going to let go?" Weiss asks.

Ruby seems to ponder the question as if she was seriously considering it, but she soon tilts her head looking at Weiss with a smirk.

"I don't know is it bothering you?" Ruby asks.

"Yes of course it is! How do you expect me to walk around with you latched onto me?"

"Nope!" Ruby replies.

"What kind of answer is that?" She questions.

"Nope!"

Is Ruby's only reply as she only clutches onto Weiss tighter, knowing it flusters the girl. Ruby may have a slightly devious streak, she would never admit it though. It really only came out when It came to teasing Weiss or Yang, but that was a rare event. Weiss on the other hand, her reactions were always top notch.

I feel like I might be turning into Yang…

"I could pick you up and carry you if that pleases you princess?"

"No thank you. Your so stubborn…You better of finished your notes because I'm not letting you look at mine." Weiss harrumphs turning on her heel.

Ruby let's go after a few steps, finishing with her fun. She walks beside Weiss quietly, which causes Weiss to look at her sideways. Ruby hip bumps her lightly, jarring her in an odd direction. Ruby opens her mouth to say something, but after a moment of contemplation she changes her mind. Weiss noticing Ruby's indecision lightly grips her forearm. Hesitantly Ruby turns meeting Weiss's icy gaze.

"Is there something on your mind?"

Ruby glances away and shuffles her feet lightly, thinking about what exactly It is she wants to say.

I want to ask her…but I'm not sure what to say. I don't think she knew me that long before the accident. She must at least remember how we met? I previously asked dad and Yang about it but they seemed reluctant to answer, maybe they wanted me to ask Weiss directly? Alright…then that's what I'll do! She helped me through recovery and became my best friend I trust her enough to ask finally.

With a new look of determination Ruby turns to Weiss,

"Actually there is something I want to ask you, it's kind of complicated...Maybe we could talk about it after school?" Ruby asks unsurely.

Weiss glances at her curiously but nods her head in confirmation.

"Sure we can go to that little café you like and talk, does that sound efficient?" She questions.

Ruby nods her head excitedly already thinking about all the fresh baked goods she could devour. "Yup that sounds great, want me to meet you at your car?"

"That seems adequate. Don't make me wait all day though."

"I know, I know. Ready for this lecture?" Ruby replies sarcastically while walking off.

Weiss takes her time. Maintaining a few steps behind Ruby, she whips out her scroll and sends a speedy text.

Group chat:

Fwd: Ruby just asked to talk to me after school. She seems pretty serious, any Ideas? What could it be about?

.. Weiss waits for a reply taping her foot repeatedly. A high pitch beep alerts her of a reply.

Bumblebee18- Not sure, she didn't seem off really today…Although dad said she's been having some odd dreams though.?

BlackKat-Seemed normal to me. Think the dreams are dredging up some memories?

Bumblebee18-Maybe, she didn't say anything to me though…she usually comes to me first.

Yeah thanks for the heads up! Why didn't you say anything to us earlier?!

BlackKat-It's not that big of a deal. Let's just see how it pans out.

Bumblebee18-Yeah you know how Rubes is, she probably wants to talk about the dance or something.

Well I guess. I'll update later. TTYL

Bumblebee-Don't forget!

BlackKat-Don't act suspicious.

Duh, I know that!

Weiss clicks off her scroll and struts into class, making her way to Ruby. She sits down quickly and whips out her work.

"What took you so long?" Ruby asks.

"Nothing just had to take care of something really quick."

"Ah got you, I should probably hit the restroom before class too."

Weiss looks over as nonchalantly as possible,

"Maybe you should." She states.

Ruby jumps up a moment later and dashes to the restroom. Weiss simply shakes her head at the speedy girls exit. Wondering about what Ruby could possibly want to discus with her? She wanted to be as honest as possible with the little rose however, some things weren't really her place to say.

Ruby pops back into class just in time, the teacher only a couple seconds behind her. She takes her seat quickly, but not without turning to Weiss and gives her a thumb up. Weiss opens her mouth to probably give a shrill reply but the teacher interrupts.

"Today we'll be talking about the great war, and what hunters and huntresses had to do with it. We'll discuss faunus and their influence as well as the benefits of semblance. So sit down and get ready to start." He states.

Ruby practically begins shaking with enthusiasm, she had always found it so Interesting. Her mom was a huntress that was one thing she did remember clearly; she had been thinking about going to a combat school for a while so a lesson on It was a great opportunity.

"Isn't that great Weiss? Your family was highly involved to!" Ruby says excitement clear on her features.

Weiss scowls for a moment not liking where this lesson was going, who knows what all the information could do to Ruby.

"Yeah, it should be interesting…" Weiss replies skeptically.