Disclaimer: I don't own RWBY it is the rightful property of RoosterTeeth and Monty Oum (RIP friend).

Italics are thoughts

Bold narration

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

*Communications through scrolls text messages among others*


Chapter 3 Promises

(Time skip: one month later)

And just like that a month has passed it really went quicker than I thought. Eventually graduation came and all of the third years from Signal Academy graduated. Yeah I officially graduated booya! I was overjoyed that everything paid off in the end. Though I should be more happy than usual there were things in my head I couldn't shake. First Professor Qrow's words were still ringing in my head asking me to look after Ruby and even if she's my friend I find the request very personal.

I'm not her family so why this responsibility should be placed on me? Maybe he was still trying to hook me up with his niece but his expression says otherwise. Speaking of Professor Qrow I was down he wasn't present during graduation. He's my favorite teacher so of course I will expect to see him at the event. I asked Principal Elderwood of why he couldn't come and all he said that he had some important business to take care of honestly I thought it was something personal.

The last thing that was bothering me is Ruby. I suddenly got worried about her. During graduation she was all smiles as she stood seated cheering for her sister and me. But somehow I could tell those smiles were fake she wanted to be there graduating with us. I don't blame her if she wanted to graduate with her sister because she will be staying alone in Signal for two years. I knew how socially awkward she can be so socializing with new people was out of her reach. Maybe I can cheer her up anything to make her feel better. Even if I was about to fulfill my lifelong dream I couldn't stop feeling bad for her.


(Location: apartment complex downtown Vale Remnant)

Nate opened the door to his small apartment after just arriving from his part time job. The place itself wasn't that much but it was enough for him, he was never ungrateful for the things he has. Not to mention working as an assistant at Tucson's Book Trade was a good pay. Along with some extra lien he was receiving from his adoptive parents he had enough to live by. The young Highwind gave a sigh going to his fridge to pick up a soda and enjoy his stay for now. Since Tucson gave him the rest of the day off he was planning to go somewhere fun.

Taking another sip of the orange soda his scroll gave a small beep telling him he had a new message. Expecting it will be his best friend Owen his sapphire eyes widened as he read the contents of the text message. He even spit his soda from the shock and decided to give the message a couple of reads until he stopped to let his brain process the information. Not believing what he was reading the spiky haired teen went for another read making sure he wasn't seeing things or just dreaming.

*Greetings:*

*After carefully reviewing your transcripts and battle stats you have met the necessary requirements to become a full candidate to attend our prestigious academy. You have been selected along with many to attend at the upcoming academic semester. At exactly one month from now you will head to Vale terminal and board the Bullhead ship heading to Beacon. All questions you have will be answer once you arrive. I'm looking forward to meeting you at the opening ceremony congratulations.*

*Signed: Professor Ozpin*

*Headmaster of Beacon Battle Academy*

"Oh my Monty! Holy crap this is real! This is real!"

"YES!" Nate couldn't contain his joy any longer.

"I'm going to Beacon baby booya! Whoo watch out Beacon Academy Nate Highwind is coming!"

A ringing beep was heard and the teen open his scroll receiving the incoming call. His smile never left his face knowing very well who was calling him.

"Yello?"

*Did you get the message?* obviously it was Owen.

"Which message? The one that says I'm going to Beacon, hell yeah!" he cheered.

*You got it too. I just got mine looks like we're both attending Beacon next semester.*

"Wouldn't want it any other way Owen buddy I say this calls for a celebration."

*Got a place in mind?*

"Yep, to the movie theater I think one of my most anticipated movies are premiering tonight."

*Say the time and I'll be there.*

"The movie starts at seven so be there!" it was impossible for Nate not to be excited.

*I'll teleport there right away* the wolf faunus has given a small chuckle.

"Good then I'll see you tonight buddy."

*By the way Nate. You should check Remnant chat I think Rose is online.*

"Ruby…." He whispered thinking of the petite.

*I didn't get the chance to speak with her but I think she's been trying to contact you.*

"Right see you at the movies" he ended the call and went to use the internet to enter the Remnant chat site.

*Windy4U is online*

Just as Owen said he saw Ruby's username on his contacts list next to owen's username which he's was "Lupenthe3rd". He gave a small smile touching her username to start the chat.

"Maybe I can cheer her up now."

*Windy4U: you there?*

*Rosedbud: hey!*

*Windy4U: Owen told me you want to talk to me.*

*Rosebud: I guess.

*Windy4U: what is it?*

*Rosebud: can U and Yang repeat the first year?*

*Windy4U: LOL!

*Rosebud: I'm been serious P*

*Windy4U: so am I. Don't think they will let graduates attend the first year at Signal.*

*Rosebud: but if you guys return to been first years we can all graduate together and maybe, just maybe attend Beacon together too! *wink*

"No surprise that's what's been bugging her. There's no way I'm telling her that I was selected to go to Beacon."

*Windy4U* look how about we meet up and continue talking. You can choose the time and the place.*

*Rosebud: don't know if I can today Yang is taking me eating and then we'll go to the park or the arcade. You know sister stuff.

*Windy4U: oh sister bonding no problem spending time with family is important. Anyway I have plans tonight so if you feel like needing a friend just give me a call or a text.*

*Rosebud: sure I will! *D*

*Rosebud: hey Nate?*

*Windy4U: what?*

*Rosebud:…..*

*Windy4U: what's wrong? You there?*

*Rosebud:…I don't want to be alone at Signal* *sad face*

"Great now I feel worse" it really hit him hard imagining Ruby's sad face not wanting to be away from her sister and her close friends.

*Windy4U: got to go.*

*Rosebud: see ya!*

*Windy4U is now offline*

"What can I do?" Nate sighed closing his scroll.


(Scene change)

(Location: Beacon Battle Academy Vale)

Ozpin was walking the long hallways of his school been joined with his co-worker Glynda Goodwitch who was just like him a Huntress. Both have been very quiet ever since Ironwood's visit a month ago. First of all the General have told them a few things regarding the teenager who was going to be a new student in the upcoming semester. A student that he recommended to the headmaster to take since there was no available spots at his academy. The information he provided to the two wasn't easy to swallow.

According to Ironwood Van Pcimitar was very exceptional and skill in combat. He was an expert at fire weapons, hand to hand combat as well as demolition field. He was considered to be the perfect elite soldier his explanation to such was very shocking to both hunters. Van's origin or his past wasn't meant to be talk about and they have chosen to remain quiet thought Goodwitch was hesitant in having the teen Ozpin was the opposite. The headmaster allowed him to stay in a vacant room until the semester starts.

"Honestly what was James thinking sending us that boy?"

"I see nothing wrong with it Glynda. I will trust his judgment as usual" replied Ozpin in his calm demeanor.

"But what if it's true what he said about him?" the blond huntress gave a frown at the thought.

"All the better reason to take him in, if it's true then he needs our help we will not turn our back on him."

"Have you considered that he could be dangerous? We still haven't begun the semester and it won't be favorable to have a hostile on academy grounds."

"You're worrying too much. We have constantly kept an eye on him since he arrived and so far he has behaved well."

"Depends how you define" well?"" Goodwitch gave a sigh at his behavior.

True be told ever since Van arrived at Beacon he has been quiet, too quiet for comfort. He only spoke when he introduced himself to the headmaster. Making him a character with a very few words, which it didn't bothered Ozpin. As for Goodwitch that was a complete different story his silence only made her distrust him even more. Not to mentioned ever since they showed him to the guest room where he'll be staying he has been locked in said room for almost an entire day. What was he doing? He was polishing all of his weapons another characteristic of Van that he was a person who truly loves his guns.

They arrived at the guest room while Goodwitch didn't look anxious to check up on the teen. Probably he was polishing his weapons there was still something about him that didn't sit well with her. Ozpin gave her a look and was amused at her expression before knocking on the door and opening it. True to the huntress's expectations there stood Van seated on a desk polishing one of his weapons. It was a silver colored 45 magnum revolver that shoots dust shells. If any of them would guess that revolver was his favorite gun. The teen stopped his polishing gazing at the visitors and quickly got up receiving their presence.

"How you doing Van?" asked the headmaster.

"Well" it was his only reply.

"Enjoying your stay?"

"Yes…."

Goodwitch had to sigh the teen doesn't waste any words does he?

"Polishing your gun aren't we?"

"I have to."

"Yes it's important to give any weapons maintenance. Otherwise they can become obsolete, leaving them useless in combat" replied the headmaster.

Van only gave a nod while Goodwitch adjusted her glasses. Clearly there was some irritation in her features.

"May I take a look at it?"

The teen gave another nod handing Ozpin his magnum revolver. The headmaster took a firm grasp at the weapon and was surprised to be a bit heavy. He knew fire weapons were had more weight because of the dust shells use for ammunition. Needless to say with a single glance he could tell the gun was very reliable and mostly effective when fire. Though he wasn't a fan of such weapons he knew their power and contribution in a fight. Anything that could fire fast dust projectile is a deadly blow to anything, especially to a Grimm. The headmaster returned the revolver to Van deciding to confirm his thoughts regarding the gun.

"You're always polishing this revolver, is it your most preferable weapon among your others?"

"Yes. I also like Deathseeker and Razorsigh. But Punisher will always be my favorite."

Goodwitch was a bit taken aback it was probably the longest sentence the young man has said since he arrived to Beacon.

"The revolver is called Punisher?" asked Ozpin.

"Yes. Deathseeker is my other magnum which fire power is superior to Punisher" Van showed the headmaster another gun from the desk which it was a .50 caliber magnum revolver colored silver too with a longer barrel than Punisher.

"He's very talkative when it comes to his weapons" Goodwitch noticed but remained to keep quiet.

"And what of Razorsigh?" Ozpin kept his interrogation.

The dark green haired teen showed him a long combat knife which blade looked extremely sharp. You could probably cut someone's head with ease. The headmaster only nodded acknowledging the weapon.

"Close hand to hand combat is very important after all."

"Yes" replied the dark green haired teen.

"Did you make any of the weapons?"

"Only Punisher and Deathseeker, I bought Razorsigh on Vale's Hunter magazine."

"I see" of course Ozpin had knowledge to the magazine series which has a large amount of different weapons for Huntsman and Huntresses.

"The other weapons I bought them from the same magazine, only I made a couple of custom jobs and upgrades."

"I suppose that will be all for now" the headmaster turned to Goodwitch and she gave a nod they needed to attend other businesses.

"Sir-I mean Headmaster Ozpin?"

"You can call me Professor too if you like. I used to be a teacher before taking this position."

"I will make sure to meet your expectations" Van kept a determined gaze.

"I'm looking forward to your performance at my academy Mr. Pcimitar. Oh by the way I can't help but feel curious about something."

"What is it?"

"If you don't mind would it be too much trouble if you can show us your semblance?" Ozpin gave a quick glance to his co-worker.

Van gave another nod and suddenly he vanished shocking only Goodwitch and the headmaster gave a small chuckle.

"Where did he go?" asked the blond Huntress.

"He's still here Glynda."

"What? Where?"

"Mr. Pcimitar, can you please show her?"

Suddenly Punisher was floating like it was taken from the desk by an unknown force. Goodwitch was shocked and Ozpin already figured out his semblance the moment he disappeared.

"He's really here" said the blond Huntress.

"Invisibility, a very useful ability if I might add it can give you quite the advantage when facing multiple numbers of Grimm. Thank you Mr. Pcimitar that will be all."

Van appeared again holding his favorite revolver giving a nod to the headmaster. Ozpin passed Goodwitch ready to leave.

"We will leave you to continue you're polishing Mr. Pcimitar" he opened the door and left with the blond huntress following close by.

"….."

"Still think he's hostile?" Ozpin turned to his co-worker.

"I don't know what to think of him. He's so quiet but that changes once you bring the topic of his weapons."

"It's probably the only topic he's interested in or perhaps is communication skills are lacking. Needless to say Glynda if he was really a threat as you claim both of us would've been killed the moment we step inside the room."

"What are you talking about?" the huntress didn't like where this was going.

"His eyes say too much. He's skilled and experience if what James told us is true then he could've ambush us when we enter."

"You can't possibly mean he's skill enough to take on both of us."

"It's his training and experience that makes such difference. Then there's his semblance turning invisible becoming one with his surroundings masking his presence. His training provides that he can control his breathing anyone wouldn't notice him until it's too late."

"He's that good then…."

"Yes. Someone like Mr. Pcimitar has probably developed a sixth sense, an intuition that warns him if anything is wrong. If he saw us as hostiles he could've shoot us on sight in a blink of an eye not giving us enough time to react or come up with a counter move."

"You gave it a lot of thought. Very well I suppose we can have him. It doesn't mean I won't keep an eye on him" said Goodwitch.

"But still this only makes me distrust him even more. We will have to be cautious I suppose."

"Wouldn't want it any other way Glynda, now I have a favor to ask of you…."

"What is it?"

"There is someone I want you to check. This person needs some looking up" Ozpin took his scroll opening it he showed an information with a picture of a teen girl.

"Ruby Rose…." her eyes widened slightly turning to the headmaster.

"Rose…Is she-"

"Summer's daughter, yes she is. When you have time I want you to investigate her just in case."

"As you wish" the blond huntress gave a nod.


(Scene change)

Nate was standing not too far away from the building that is Signal Academy. Before heading to the movies he decided to visit the academy since he won't be returning to the school ever again. The memories came rushing right to the first one when he first arrived been a first year, taking his first classes, creating Gale Fang, his first battle in the combat simulator among many others. A smile grew on his lips when he first met Owen and quickly becoming friends as well as meeting Yang and Ruby. His thoughts went to the reddish hair petite still feeling bad she couldn't graduate with him and her sister. Clearing those thoughts he kept his gaze at the academy building.

"After three long years it's finally come to an end. I graduated and now I'm heading to Beacon. So many memories I'm really going to miss this place"

The young Highwind gave one last look at the building smiling at the place where he forged three years of good memories as well as embarrassing ones.

"Goodbye Signal."

But the dramatic moment for the teen was cut short as Owen appeared from out of nowhere next to the sapphire eyed boy.

"Ah!" Nate fell down from the shock with a comical expression.

"Why are you here?" asked the wolf faunus.

"Damn it Owen don't do that! I still don't get used with you popping up like that" he was still startled with a tick mark on the back of his head.

"Sorry" he chuckled.

"You should appeared far away from me to prevent scaring me to death" Nate sweat dropped.

"I saw you heading to Signal, I tried calling you but there was low signal so I decided to teleport here."

"It's okay I wanted to come here to remember the good times. We graduated so its bye Signal."

"It's a new chapter of beginnings for us to start a new life and academic year."

"That's very true Owen starting now we're officially Beacon candidates!" the Highwind raised his fist.

"Since it's a new beginning might as well confess something to you" Owen turned to his friend.

"A confession…what is it?" blinked the curious teen.

"Remember this year's Valentine's Day?"

"Yeah why?"

"I switched the card you give to Rose" the wolf faunus said coolly.

"What?" Nate raised an eyebrow.

"You always gave her friendship cards. I switched it with a love card and wrote a romantic message with your name on it. Rose sure bought it."

"….."

"Well that explains why she was avoiding me for a month and her whole face would turn red whenever she saw me."

"You okay?" the faunus was waiting for his reaction.

"NO! I am not okay Owen!" snapped the Highwind taking Gale Fang ready to attack.

He never got the chance as the wolf faunus teleported away hitting nothing but air.

"Come back here and fight me like a man! I mean faunus!"


(Scene change)

Ruby and Yang were in one of the many burger places of Vale. The blond brawler decided to take her younger sister out as spending time with her. If there was one thing she digs is sisterly bonding time and it seemed the reddish hair needed it with the way she stood seated. She had a big juicy burger right in front of her and she hasn't taken a bite or taken a bit at the grape soda she ordered. Such sight was a bad sign for the blond knowing very well what was wrong. She couldn't stand seeing her sister down she needed to do something before she keeps this behavior.

"Aren't you hungry?"

"I guess not" replied the rosette.

"Fine then you won't mind if I take your Vale double cheese burger" she snatched the food from her.

"Go ahead…."

"You sure it looks delicious?"

Ruby just gave a sigh not paying attention to anything.

The blond brawler sighed at her failed attempt and put the burger on her sister's plate" we already talk about this…."

"It's not fair" she mumbled.

"I know I wish we could've graduate together I really do. But it can't be help that I'm older and finished Signal before you little sis."

"But you got accepted to Beacon and I still need two more years, it's not fair!" she gave her usual cute pout.

"Don't feel bad I know you will get to Beacon too. I believe in you Ruby you're special" she ruffled her hair.

"Yeah yeah I wish I could just graduate already" she finally took a bite of her cheese burger.

"Thought you weren't hungry?" Yang gave a smirk.

"I hmm-mange my mind mmm…." The scythe wielder was now enjoying the burger.

"Um Ruby…."

"They *munch* should give us a test *munch* and whoever passes it gets *munch* to *munch* graduate early from Signal" Ruby was throwing small pieces from her burger to the table because she was talking with her mouth full.

"Ruby try chewing and swallowing then talk" the blond sweat dropped noticing the people at the fast food restaurant were staring at them.

"I'm *munch* going to *munch* show them all *munch* I'm ready for Beacon *munch* now *munch* I don't need two years *munch* I'm ready to become *munch* a full fledge huntre-"the petite just released part of her demolished burger due to her constant talking on the table it was truly a gross sight.

Yang on the other hand was trying to hold her laughter at the sight. Ruby could manage to make her laugh when she's not trying to be funny and while the people present were giving them gross expressions she saw the grotesque sight cute. Rolling her lilac eyes she reached for a napkin and offered it to her little sister.

"I think you need a couple of these."

"Thanks" she smile wiping her mouth and the mess she made on the table.

"Listen it doesn't matter how long I have to wait for you. I will keep on waiting at Beacon because I'm that confident you'll be selected" the blond patted her head.

"But by the time I get to Beacon you'll be a third year that's unfair!"

"Like I said I will keep on waiting sis. What matters the most is the times we spend together, make the most of it."

Ruby gave another pout while giving a nod" you sure you don't want to take my idea of repeating the first year at Signal."

"Just finish your burger and your soda" the blond rolled her eyes again.

"Come on I gave the same idea to Nate when we we're chatting he said they weren't going to let graduates repeat the first year."

"And he's right. The teachers are going to teach the students that are new over the ones who finished the course."

Ruby took a long sip from the grape beverage before putting it down. Reaching what remained of the burger she suddenly belched loud enough for everyone to hear. Yang was the first to react laughing while the petite was blushing from the embarrassment.

"That's my little sister who did that and if any of you have a problem with that, you'll have to face me!"

"Couldn't be any prouder of you" the blond smiled while Ruby was finishing her burger.


(Scene change: time skip evening)

After two hours in the movie theater Nate and Owen have finally saw the movie which it was a premiere night. The movie had one of Nate's favorite actors Spruce Willis and when he found out his latest movie" Dust with the Vengeance" was out he just needed to see it. Both teens left the place walking the streets making plans to where they will go next. The Highwind has moved on no longer upset with Owen's prank from Valentine's Day he was focused on the next place in mind. Watching the movie helped him forget a little about Ruby's predicament yet he was still concerned. He put on a smile remembering the movie he was truly blown away from all the action.

"Awesome just awesome!"

"It was a good movie" replied Owen.

"Nope just the best Spruce Willis always delivers."

"I just wish it wasn't so exaggerated."

"Owen it's an action movie of course it has to be exaggerated. The dust special effects have to be on maximum or it wouldn't be an action movie at all."

"I guess. Anyway I'm glad you used the lien I gave you to watch the movie" said the wolf faunus.

"And it's all thanks to you buddy" the Highwind smiled at the faunus.

"All because you lost" followed Owen.

"I hope you make another losing bet" he grinned.

"Maybe, we'll have to see, so where to next?"

"We're already here."

The faunus noticed they have arrived at Vale Arcade one of the many fun spots in the city. It was the one place where gaming fans will go and since it was still summer the place was a bit packed. But there were some machines that were new among classic ones the sight was enough to excite both teens. As they stood at the entrance Nate noticed a vehicle parked on the side of the street and he recognize it just like Owen. It was a yellow bike which it was called Bumblebee and it belongs to Yang Xiao Long. Pretty obvious the blond brawler was here and if she was here so was Ruby.

Entering the teens cheeked the different games at least the ones they like the most. The fighting games were already occupied along with racing types. Then they passed the shooter games and noticed their favorite game" Grimm invasion 5" was occupied. It wasn't a surprise to see Yang and Ruby playing the co-op first person shooter. Both sisters were using the toy guns as their eyes were on the large screen shooting at the game type Grimm. It wasn't looking good because a certain scythe wielder was losing health meaning she wasn't going to make it. Both of the male teens got closer to the game machine.

"Hurry Yang!"

"Calm down we're almost close to clear the stage."

"Look out Ursai! Shoot it!"

"I know Ruby."

"It's going after me Yang don't let them get me!"

"Hold on I'm trying!"

The rosette's eyes widened noticing she has been killed and the continue option appeared on the screen" no I'm dead! Yang you didn't watch over my back!"

"Busy here…."

"How could you let them kill me? Me! Your partner and sister…."

"Ruby it's only a game nothing to take serious."

"I don't like using this weapon can I use Crescent Rose?"

"You could but you will end up scrapping the arcade machine and we don't want that."

"I choose Crescent Rose over some gun any day" the petite crossed her arms looking stubborn.

"Well looks like I'm done but I prefer using my fist over a gun any day" Yang saw the game over screen because she got killed too.

"I wanted to clear the game" pouted the silver eyed girl.

"You still have to get through the final stage and defeat the last boss" Nate smiled getting the girl's attention.

"Nate and Owen you guys are here!" Ruby happily smiled at the boys.

"Hello Rose" replied the wolf faunus.

"It's R-u-b-y Owen" the rosette made sure he calls her by her first name.

"Sorry force of habit."

"Yeah no need to be so formal Owen" followed the blond brawler.

"So, I couldn't help but notice you guys playing Grimm Invasion 5" said Nate.

"You played this game before?" asked Yang.

"We cleared it" Owen replied.

"And we have the highest score" added the sapphire eyed teen.

"No need to rub it in our faces" Ruby gave her usual cute pout.

"Say Ruby why don't you play that racing game you like with Owen. We'll catch up with you guys" Yang only kept her lilac orbs on a certain Highwind.

The scythe wielder got a strange vibe like something was wrong. But after her sister gave her a big smile she shrugged it aside and left with the faunus following her. He did give his friend a quick glance before leaving.

Now Nate knew something was wrong the moment Yang wanted her sister and his best friend away from them. With the gaze the blond gave him was enough to make him panic. Did she want a re-match? No there was no way he will accept another fight with her. Honestly what else could it aside from beating him up since she won by default. The atmosphere soon changed with the blond brawler leaning on the Grimm Invasion machine. She gave a glance at her sister noticing she was enjoying playing the game with Owen it brought a smile to her face. That all change when she returned to look at the young Highwind.

"So Nate" it was strange her tone was normal.

"So Yang heh heh is-is there a reason why you sent your sister with Owen?" the sapphire eyed teen was nervous.

"Yeah I need to talk to you about something that has been getting the best of my curiosity for a while now."

"And what would that be?" for some reason he didn't felt so nervous all of the sudden, he was curious now.

"About a month ago I saw you leaving with uncle Qrow. And I couldn't help but follow you to his office, the same thing I couldn't help but eavesdrop on your conversation with him."

"Oh crap she was listening" the Highwind went back to get nervous.

"The part it got my attention is when uncle Qrow mentioned your name and Summer Rose" her lilac eyes were now piercing his sapphire orbs.

"So that's it, I thought it will be more serious but she doesn't look that angry."

"And what do you think?"

"I don't know the way my uncle said it, feels like you were close to Ruby's and my mother."

"Close….? As what kind of close are you talking about?"

"Like you knew her…."

"Look Yang I have nothing to hide. It's true I consider Summer my hero she was amazing there's no need to interrogate me like I was some kind of suspicious criminal" he chuckled trying to bring some humor in the atmosphere but it didn't help.

Suddenly her eyes turned red her expression said it all" why do I feel like you're not been honest Nate?"

"I'm not lying" he replied calmly.

"I think you're lying."

"We all have a right to keep our secrets" saying that was a big mistake the blond brawler got closer to him and she meant business.

"If Summer is involve so is Ruby and that gives me plenty of reason to butt in. So if you're hiding something Nate then spill it."

"Sheesh Yang I'm not your enemy I know how personal the topic of Summer is to you but I'm not hiding anything" the Highwind gave her a serious glance.

"If I do have a secret then Ruby will be the first to know. Know this I'm your friend and I want what's best for Ruby because she's my friend and I will never betray my friends. You can count on that."

Yang gave a sigh as her eyes returned to her original lilac color feeling like she got carry away" look Nate I'm sorry if I over reacted. I saw it strange for uncle Qrow to ask you to look after Ruby. It's not like you like her that way right?" she gave a grin making the Highwind blushed.

"Stop that already she's just my friend. You have every right to be worried for Ruby I know how much she means to you…."

"I made a promise….to mom a long time ago. That I will look after Ruby through good times and bad no matter what. To forever be there for her" her eyes softened at the memory of Summer.

"I made a promise to someone a long time ago too. That I will become strong enough to be the best Hunstman there is. I know I still have ways to go but as long as I try my best and never give up then everything will be fine."

The blond brawler gave a chuckle as she gaze in the distance at her sister playing the racing machine" did you get your invite to Beacon?"

"I did, so you're going too?"

"Yep, thought it kills me Ruby has to stay two more years at Signal. Nothing will make me any happier than seeing my sister attending Beacon with me."

"I don't want to tell her I got selected to Beacon. She's upset she can't come too. No matter what I say nothing will make her feel better" Nate gave a sigh.

"Well you can always take her advice and repeat the first year at Signal" the blond smirked.

"Like that's going to work" he rolled his eyes.

"Yang Nate!" Ruby shouted in the distance" I'm actually winning against Owen!"

"Really? Owen is getting his butt kick, this I gotta see" Nate smiled heading their way.

"Right behind you" Yang suddenly stopped the Highwind.

"This conversation never took place you tell Ruby and I will punch you out of Vale" she smiled.

"No need for threats" he sweat dropped.

"Just in case…."

"Guys I can't believe I'm in first place!" Ruby smiled playing the game like she was a pro.

"Not having a good day eh Owen?" Nate smirked at the faunus.

"I'm not good at racing games" sweat dropped the faunus.

"Don't be a sore loser Owen and take it like a man" Yang smiled seeing her sister crossing the finish line of the game.

"I did it! I'm the champion!"

"Way to go Ruby!" smiled the Highwind.

"Looks like Owen just got"owned" get it?" the blond brawler gaze at everyone.

"I don't get it" said Owen.

"Same here" followed Nate.

"You know Owen rhymes with owned."

"No it doesn't" sweat dropped the Highwind.

"That is not funny in the least" frowned the wolf faunus.

"Yaaaannngggg! That is probably the worst pun you have ever said!" her younger sister had to face palmed.

"Everyone's a critic I'm proud of all my puns."


(Time skip)

After a couple of hours of playing different arcade games the group decided to call it a night. Ruby was smiling more than usual which probably she has forgotten all about her sister going to Beacon without her. That was enough to put a smile on Yang's face happy that her younger sister wasn't feeling so down, even for a little while. Nate was in the same boat he was always happy whenever the rosette was all cheery and smiles he never felt better when she's depressed or sad. Yet there was still part of him that wanted her to attend Beacon next semester with them because in all honesty, she was ready even if she still had two years in Signal. Just before the sisters were about to leave there was something he needed to do.

"That was so much fun!" Ruby beamed jumping up and down.

"Glad that you enjoyed it" smiled the blond brawler.

"It was more fun with Nate and Owen joining us!" the scythe wielder turned to the two boys.

"Was it fun because we joined you or because you beat up Owen at Remnant Grand Prix?" Nate gave a grin.

"Both!" Ruby kept her big smile.

"Figures" the Highwind laughed.

"Not one of my proudest moments" Owen gave a sigh remembering his defeat.

"Don't forget Nate I owned you at Ultimate Dance Revolution" Yang was grinning rubbing her victory over the spiky haired teen.

"Which reminds me how the heck you learned to dance like that?" the Highwind turned to the blond.

"You know, going with the flow."

"I highly doubt going with the flow will make you that good at dancing. Whatever I still say you cheated."

"Sore loser" she shook her head disappointed at his attitude.

"I think what's important that we all had fun. We should do this more often" said Owen.

"You bet I want to return next time Yang!" Ruby was jumping again.

"So glad she's back to normal. I can't stand it when she's sad" the blond brawler smiled ruffling her sister's hair.

"Well it's getting late looks like it's time for us to go" the blond noticed how dark it has gotten.

"Awwww" the rosette immediately was upset.

"Hey we'll come back here that's a promise" Yang gave her a thumb up.

Ruby smiled giving a nod while Nate stood in deep thought. For some reason he was feeling nervous thought he didn't know why. He has bought something for the young teen as a token of friendship nothing else. Oh that's right Owen was teasing him when he was buying it and he was thinking about it. The Highwind blushed while giving the wolf faunus a frown in which he returned with a small grin. He mentally sighed it wasn't like that he cares a lot for Ruby and she was a close friend just like the faunus next to him, friendship was very important to him. He took the present from one of his coat a pocket thinking it was now or never.

"Aren't you going to give Rose your present?" it had to be Owen who broke his thoughts and got the attention of the sisters.

"Present?" Yang blinked but suddenly gave a grin to the Highwind.

"I…." he trailed off a small blush striking his cheeks.

"You hear that sis, Nate has something for you" she was elbowing her younger sister.

"Really!?" Ruby beamed again getting closer to the sapphire eyed boy.

"Yes it's something I decided to buy for you. As a token of friendship" he eyed Yang proving his point that it wasn't romantic while the blond brawler just rolled her eyes.

"Oh oh! What is it?!" it was impossible for the rosette to be any happier.

Nate smiled handing her a red bracelet small enough to fit her wrist. The words" forever besties" was written in black letters. Ruby gasped but gave a bigger smile at his gift she quickly accept it and put it on her right wrist.

"Yang look! We're forever besties!"

"That's so nice of you Nate" the blond gave a smile at the bracelet.

"I have mine too" the Highwind showed his bracelet on his left wrist only difference from Ruby's it was colored sky blue with the words in white.

"It so cool thanks Nate!"

"Just so you could remember that you have a friend that will always be there for you whenever you need one" Nate smiled.

"I know thanks" Ruby gave a nod and her cheeks had a small tint of pink in them.

Yang not wanting to waste the chance to tease her little sister got closer to her ear" the next gift will be flowers and chocolate and the next one will be a wedding ring."

"Eeek!" the rosette blushed crimson.

"What did she tell you?" Nate was frowning knowing very well that the blond brawler told her sister something that isn't right.

"N-nothing!" the scythe wielder was still blushing.

Owen who was chuckling at the display has suddenly stopped. His wolf ears sensed some movement not too far from their position and he suddenly got a bad feeling. It was dark but it was nothing to the faunus since he could see in the dark pretty well. His yellow eyes widened in shock spotting three creatures immediately knowing they weren't human not in the least. The faunus was more shocked as he recognized the Beowulf type Grimm and that was pretty impossible considering they were in the city. He narrowed his eyes and has taken one of his Krokus boomerang from his shirt pocket. Luckily they were allowed to carry their weapons when they were in the streets.

"Nate….?"

"What's wrong Owen?" the sapphire eyed teen got worried seeing his friend's expression.

"Trouble…."

"What do you mean?" asked Ruby

"Grimm around the corner…."

"What?" Yang turned serious going to over protective sister mode.

"Three Beowulves ten kilometers from here they seem to be looking for something" said the wolf faunus.

"You're kidding? Grimm here in the city….?" Nate couldn't believe it.

"Finally!" Ruby has taken her scythe Crescent Rose from her holster on her back.

"Ruby let's not rush into things" Yang quickly warned her.

"No way finally we can kill some Grimm. It's only three right? The four of us can take them!"

"We're not official hunters. This is a job for the police and the Vale military" said Owen been the voice of reason.

"I agree but since we're closer to them we should check it out" Nate gave a nod to the rosette while she smiled at him.

"Fine but I'm coming too" Yang activated Ember Celica.

"Like I was expecting you three will follow the rules" the wolf faunus gave a sigh before giving a nod.

"Finally we're going to fight real live Grimm" Ruby couldn't contain her anticipation.

"Lead the way Owen" Nate took out Gale Fang from the holster on his back.

The faunus nodded as they head out through the dark streets. Owen was following their scent leading to a long alley way and yet his bad feeling was growing. Something wasn't right for starters how could three Beowulf managed to get to the city without getting spotted by the authorities or any Huntsman that could be scouting the border of Vale. Ruby on the other hand she just wanted to fight the Grimm already after all the training she went through with her uncle Qrow along with the training in Signal she was ready to take on the real thing. Yang was hiding her excitement while trying to look after her sister if there were Grimm here then she was in danger. She couldn't help been over protective she has been like that for so long, she will do anything to protect Ruby.

"We're finally going to fight Grimm. Looks like I'm about to find out if all the training I received has finally paid off" Nate gave a small grin.

Owen halted the group when the three Beowulf emerge to a small opening of light been provided by a land post. All four of them gazed at the Grimm with focused expression ready to fight them. The creatures had their sight on none other than Ruby yet the rosette didn't hesitated she kept holding her scythe ready to attack. Surprised one of the Beowulf charged at her and she sliced it in half with one swing. Another charged at her but it got an arrow on its head courtesy of Nate using Gale Fang in bow mode. Yang punched the wounded Grimm killing it from the powerful blow. The last Beowulf chose to attack the rosette just like the previous two but it was decapitated by Owen throwing Krokus at a fast speed. Just like that the battle was over all Grimm were eliminated.

"Aw it's over already" Ruby pouted in disappointment.

"At least you got a preview of what will be life as a Huntress" Yang smiled patting her head feeling relief that the danger was gone.

"Am I the only one asking how those Grimm got to the city? It's not like we have a sing that says" Welcome to Vale Grimm enter here" right?" said Nate.

"I agree it's too suspicious that three Beowulf will get to the city just like that considering the high security available" said Owen.

"Yeah not to mention there's supposed to be high experienced Huntsman patrolling the borders of the city" followed Yang.

"Maybe they sneaked into Vale somehow" Ruby decided to add her two cents.

"Grimm aren't that stealthy, at least from what we learned at Signal" said the Highwind in thought.

"That is true then how…." The wolf faunus stood in deep thought.

"They all attacked Ruby just her, why…." Nate narrowed his eyes remembering Qrow's words.

"Can I count on you to look after Ruby?"

"This is staring to make sense I think. Maybe there's something more to this."

"So should we tell the police about this?" Ruby broke everyone's thoughts.

"That we did their job? Nah what will be the point they're already dead?" said Yang.

"We should at least inform the military about this. If they managed to infiltrate the city without warning they can do it again" replied Owen.

"Good point" followed the rosette.

As they left the long alley none of them noticed one of the Beowulf corpse's red eyes were glowing. Its bloody eyes were on Ruby for reasons unknown.

After that night I started thinking more and more about Professor Qrow's words. At first I thought he was just been over protective but now, I honestly don't know. It's no coincidence there was four of us and all three of them decided to attack one person, which is the same target. I hate to admit it but they were after Ruby Grimm instincts are always to attack anyone who represents a threat. They only saw Ruby as the threat and not the rest of us why? Because I was over thinking things I started having trouble sleeping even with just a few weeks away from going to Beacon. And then that night came I got the best news ever from her.


(Time skip: one week later)

(Location: Nate's place)

Nate was sleeping soundly when his scroll was beeping. The annoying sound was enough to wake him up and thought of throwing it into the trash bin. He was still having trouble sleeping because what happened a week ago. Opening he noticed the familiar number and picture of the person who was calling him but didn't noticed he was still sleepy.

"Ye…." The teen mumbled.

*Nate!*

"Huh…Ruby?" he gazed at the clock from his scroll and was shocked" its one thirty in the morning why are you calling so late?"

He only got a giggle in response and he didn't take it as a good sign" you okay? Did something happ-"

*I did it Nate! I'm going to Beacon!*

"Huh what?"

*I'm going to Beacon!*

"W-what are you talking about? You still have two years at Signal."

*I know but you see I went to my favorite dust shop, you know "From Dust till Dawn"? I was reading my favorite weapon magazine when someguytriedtorobmeIknowhowstupidthenIbeathimupandthiscrookwithasillyhatattackedmebutIfollowhimand-*

"Whoa whoa slow down even I can't follow you when you're rambling at turbo speed. Okay take a deep breath and try to talk slow so I understand what's going on okay?"

*Okay….so I beat up these crooks and I follow the one with a silly hat and a cane. He was about to escape in a ship he threw these vial of red dust and when he fired I was saved by this cool Huntress. Then we doubled team him but someone interfered and was stronger than the orange haired crook and they managed to get away. After that I asked the Huntress for her autograph which her response was not good….*

"Wow, that's some adventure to have in one night you should've call me. I could use some action and maybe Owen too. I guess it pays to play vigilante."

*Yeah the Huntress was very scary she slapped my wrist with a whip like thingy and sent me to the Police station but you're not going to believe what happen next. I met Professor Ozpin the headmaster of Beacon and because I'm such a cool fighter he offered me to go to Beacon to start this semester! How super cool is that!?*

"Ruby…That is awesome congrats!" Nate was no longer sleepy he was wide awake and very happy.

*I know I know!*

"You got acknowledged by the headmaster of Beacon and you were moved ahead two years that is super cool you see I told you. You're amazing it takes a lot to pull off what you did. I guess I'll be seeing you at Beacon in a couple of weeks."

*Thanks! I can't wait I'm actually going to Beacon with my sister and my bestie my dream has come true. Watch out Beacon Ruby Rose is coming to become a hero!*

"Congrats again Ruby you deserve it. And speaking of your sister does Yang know you're going to Beacon?"

*Uh oh….oops guess I forgot to tell her. Don't know how she's going to take it*

"Trust me she's going to be static when she finds out" he gave a soft yawn" listen Ruby I need to-"

*Um…Nate?*

"Yeah….?"

*Can we continue talking I'm too excited to get any sleep?*

"Heh sure why not, okay what would you like to talk about?"

*Oh! You're favorite band!*

"Well you know I'm just like you I love Cassie Williams but my favorite band is Amaranthe."

*That's the group with the three singers. The one that sings "yeah" and the girl that sings" ah ah"and the other guy that sings" rawr!"*

"That's one way of putting it" he chuckled at her cuteness.

*I still have their self-tittle debut sorry for not returning it to you. I'm always listening to it.*

"As long as you took care of it I see nothing wrong with you keeping it for a while longer. I also have their second album" The Nexus" I'm still downloading their latest album."

*I saw the Nexus video on Dust Tube it rooks! "Set the Nexus free at last, as we wait for the future to save us"*

"Ruby your voice is better than Elize you should replace her and become the female singer of the group" the Highwind smiled hearing her singing.

*Stop it! I'm not that good but I wish I could sing like Cassie Williams and Elize Ryd.*

Nate gave another chuckle as they continued their conversation.

After three hours of talking about music, video games and weapons Ruby finally hang up. Not that I was happy or anything that she did. But finding out that she was moved two years ahead to Beacon was the best news I've heard second after I got my acceptance letter to the academy. After that I was sleeping like a baby which I was glad. I couldn't believe things were going as I wanted I'm going to Beacon and so as Owen, Yang and Ruby and how knows how many friends I will meet there. Now I was getting more excited than Ruby which it may not be a good thing considering the long weeks I have ahead. The only thing I can do now is to gaze forward and see what the future has to bring. I was going to become a Huntsman I only wish she was alive to see me fulfill my dream….Summer.


To be continued

Yay this one's a bit longer than previous and thank you for the favs and follows. Just to let you know Amaranthe is a Sweedish melodict metal band and is among my favorite bands you can listen to their three albums on You Tube I might add their music to this story. Finally I have entered into the volume 1 story which I will make a few adjustments and changes but not too much that will change canon events. On another note I am staring to put ideas to an upcoming crossover story I have had in mind for a long time and no it's not a crossover with Naruto sorry if I lift your hopes up I guess I can give a spoiler. It will be a Tales of Vesperia X Akame ga kill story bet you weren't expecting that lol. Anyway don't know when I will upload the first chapter of the story I still want to write a couple of chapters more for this story. Keep on reading favorizing and following or review I will see you all next time.

Next chapter: Welcome to Beacon

OC information:

Name: Van Pcimitar

Symbol: two AR-15 assault rifles crossed together with a skull above (like the pirate flag but using the rifles as the crossed bones)

Race: human

Weapon: Punisher

Gender: Male

Age: 17

Outfit: black with camouflage colors

Accessories: dog tags

Handedness: left

Complexion: white

Height: 6'2

Hair color: dark green

Semblance: invisibility

Eye color: black

Affiliation: Beacon

Occupation: student

Team: TBA

Partner: TBA

Voice Actor: Micah Solusod (he voiced Soul in Soul Eater, Jona Mar Jormungand and Rei Ogami Code Breaker)