YOYO It's me again hitting you up with a new chapter after a few months. Sorry if it's a little short and fillery. BUT I can guarantee that chapter five will be longer and more action packed!

Enjoy, my editor wasn't able to edit this one so forgive me.

~Entryshroud


Chapter 4 Answers

"SON OF A-"

"MR. WAKE! WATCH THAT TONGUE!" Ms. Goodwitch snapped at me as I slammed my mouth shut. I sat back down dejectedly as the rest of the gang around me gave me their dumbass smiles.

"Really hoping for that yes eh?" Jet broke, I gave him my ice cold glare colder than the Ice Queen's. That seemed to shut him up as the rest of the group snickered as we started to file out of the bus.

I stretched out my numb limbs as I looked around for Ruby, we were assigned partners when we had left the bus and low and behold I got Ruby frickin' Rose. God of love watching after me I see, I sighed at the thought as the rest of the group went and started milking those trees of their sap.

"Ruby!" I shouted into the green nothingness. I heard a rustle towards the left of me, I assumed it was Ruby as I walked nonchalantly over.

"Yo Rubes we gotta go collect sap," I informed as said bush stood up, Ruby's face visible as she held two branches next to her head. She shushed me as she whispered "Can't you see I'm hiding from the public Crimson?". I raised my eyebrow at this, I mean not that many people heard that final dare right? RIGHT? I gave her my cheshire smile as I parted the branches from her head.

"That dare doesn't matter Ruby, I mean I'll treat you to dinner anytim- er I mean do you wanna eat lunch with me later- I-I mean-" I stuttered myself to death. Ruby quickly pushed her finger to my lips which silenced me.

"Chill Crimson, of course I'd eat lunch with you. Now let's go grab some sap. I don't feel so embarrassed anymore after hearing you" She interjected, giggling shortly afterwards. Man am I smooth as butter with that attempt at asking her out, great for me. I picked up the mason jar and handed her the spigot so we can extract the sap.

"Ugh, so sticky," I heard Yang complain in the background, I turned around to meet the rest of the group near us and a agitated Yang attempt to unstick her hair from the sap. I sighed as I picked up my Mason jar full of sap and tossed another one to Ruby.

"I'll be back." I muttered as I walked towards my best bros Azure and Jet. I gave them the Group meeting signal, a double knee slap followed by a quick whistle. I got their attention as they nodded and walked towards me, we huddled up like a football team as Azure opened his mouth.

"Alright what's the problem today Crimson?" he spoke.

"What did Ruby say?" Jet inquired.

"Alright boys game plan today is that I got date with Ruby Rose, time is lunch, what's the protocol?" I spouted.

"Protocol 47 normal date, no fancy stuff yet because we are broke." Azure answered as Jet gave a scowl.

"No way! It's protocol 83, attempt for first kiss," Jet the romantic argued.

"Guys guys what about Protocol 76 normal date but if the opportunity arrives go in for the kiss." I countered as the guys seemed to agree, nodding their heads.

"76?" Azure questioned.

"76." Jet confirmed as they nodded simultaneously.

"Alright boys let's break up and go back to whatever we were doing" I called off as I broke off from the group only to be meet with Nora's awaiting face.

"Ooo you and Ruby are going to date at lunchtime AND you're going in for the kiss first try? Bold one Crimson!" Nora initiated with me. "Hey Ren did you know Ruby and Crimson is a thing?" Nora shouted towards Ren as I sneaked out.

"Really? We gotta think of a ship name like Riby or Cruby." Ren replied as I got farther and farther away.

"Cruby sounds superior!" Nora announced as I heard her basically herald my new found relationship.

"So what happened over there?" Ruby asked, making me jump in surprise.

"Oh, nothing just Nora announcing we're a thing to the whole grade. Nothing big." I instantly blurted. Great job Crimson. GREAT ONE. Ruby's cheeks went to a Ruby colour as I smirked once again. "Don't worry, I don't care what they think Rubes, me and you are number one!" I said cornily as she punched my arm and snorted.

"Stop it you're going to embarrass me even more!" The fair maiden said.

"Oh thou art my most beautiful Ruby, whose eyes are as amazing as quartz come and give me a hug." I impersonated shakespeare's writing as I opened my arms ready for a bear hug, which she happily accepted.

"Oh of course, fair prince." She responded as I looked into her amazing silver eyes. She nestled her face into my shoulder as I rubbed the top of my chin on her head. I let go of the embrace as I started to fill up another mason jar full of sap, I mean we gotta meet Ms. Goodwitch's expectations.

Suddenly I hear a rush of footsteps come towards us, "Ursa! Jaune is fighting it alone!" I heard one of them say as I instantly dropped my mason jar of sap, spilling it onto my new dress shoes of course. What the heck did Jaune do this time? I thought to myself as I rushed towards the sound of the Ursa, stomping and growling like a deranged maniac. Much to my surprise Ruby decided to follow me, I saw Pyrrha not too far from us as well. I assumed the rest ran back to the school bus to protect the pack. Not too long after we had reached the clearing, and low and behold Jaune was battling an Ursa alone, I took a step forward only to be stopped by a hand, Pyrrha's to be exact.

"Let's watch what he can do first, if he can't handle this then we will intervene." Pyrrha explained gracefully as usual. I complied as I took a step backwards. Jaune took a massive hit but managed to block it in the nick of time, he seemed to take a more aggressive stance as he dove in for his counter attack, he cleaved at the leg of the Ursa as it gave a mighty roar. Immobilized the Ursa sat using its arms to furiously slash in front of him. Jaune got crafty as he tossed his shield into the Ursa's awaiting paws; positioning himself behind the Ursa he hefted his sword and did a clean two handed slash to the mid abdomen. Once again the Ursa bellowed in pain as Jaune attempted to recover his beloved shield. Only to be met with a punch to his chest, knocking him down. He rose up from the grass and baited himself in; rolling towards his shield dodging the Ursa's hefty paws. Swiftly he recovered his shield and bashed the abdomen of the Ursa which seemed to anger it as it rose up from its seated position and using all it's might used the injured leg to stomp the ground, leaving it uneven. I heard Pyrrha and Ruby grunt as I saw Jaune go in for a blind attack, leaving him exposed. I saw a faint black surround his shield as it blocked his opening; with a hefty cleave he sliced into the Ursa's innards which was quickly followed up with a finishing beheading. Jaune then collapsed. Understandable, fighting such a beast requires stamina and strength.

"Wuh, how did Jaune move his shield that fast?" Ruby asked aloud.

"He got a little help from me. You have your speed, Crimson has his insane reaction time and I have polarity." Pyrrha explained as Ruby's mouth made an O.

"So you can control poles I see," Ruby interpreted as Pyrrha have a chuckle.

"No Ruby, Pyrrha can control metal." I explained to my beautiful partner as she nodded in understanding.

"Hey guys how long are you going to stand there?" Jaune asked in the distance as we started to walked towards him.

"Good job out there Jaune, make sure to minimize openings though. Other than that it was perfect. Now let's head out this place before anymore Grimm come charging in" I analyzed, offering my hand to him. He accepted as I helped him up on his feet. He and Pyrrha whispered some things that were inaudible to me as Ruby, Pyrrha, Jaune, and I went back towards the bus. I noticed the stickiness that was

As the four of us returned to the bus, its engine emitting a thick black into the air, we all filed into seats at the very back of the vehicle. Of course, the group automatically divided itself into its respective couples, but it made the first few moments of movement awkwardly quiet. The only sounds that could be heard on the bus were the occasional rustlings or shufflings of feet, and the hissing articulations of Jaune and Pyrrha whispering to each other. Ruby's right next to me. Shouldn't I say something to her?

"Those two are pretty happy talking to each other, huh?" The words escaped my mouth as the quietest tone I could muster.

"You've got that right," she giggled in reply, holding her hand over her mouth as she tried to keep her laugh unnoticed.

Apparently it was too late, though, because when I glanced back over at the two, Pyrrha's face had turned a shade of red I don't think I'd ever seen before. Jaune's only response was the disapproving knot that formed between his eyebrows, arms crossed as his gaze pierced my eyes. Defensively, I threw my hands up with wide eyes, as if to say that I hadn't done anything wrong. This evoked another laugh from Ruby, and I found myself smiling at her voice.

"What were you two talking about that was so interesting?" I pressed on.

"We were just discussing today's fight!" Pyrrha leaned over Jaune from the window seat, forcing a blush onto Jaune's face and sending Ruby and I into a spiral of laughter.

Pyrrha, looking immensely more embarrassed, crossed her arms and scooted herself right to the edge of the seat.

Well, one thing led to another and, though the bus ride was supposed to go smoothly and quietly as it had been laid out for us, apparently it wasn't going to. Jaune and Pyrrha crashed about twenty minutes after the bus' early events, but then I was the only one left who could keep my eyes open, and...

Ruby fell asleep. But the problem was, she didn't just lean against the window, which would have been a completely comfortable spot, she collapsed straight onto my shoulder. And now, I was stuck there, muscles tense and body completely rigid. If I moved an inch she could wake up abruptly, but if Pyrrha or Jaune woke up about now I would be in an extremely compromising position. So, there I was, body stiff to the point of becoming sore, and I had to find some way to wake up Ruby that I could explain before either of the two across from us found out. I mean, I was grateful for the opportunity, of course, wait what am I saying ok. Ok, calm down. It's just her sleeping. That's not anything to get worried about.

Yeah, well, that would have been great in theory, but now the blood is rushing to my cheeks to the point of strangling my skin and there's not much I can do to stop it.

My eyelids parted with the bus' abrupt jolt, and I felt a heat on the side of my head as I craned my neck up again. My eyes darted beside me.

I had fallen asleep on RUBY'S SHOULDER. And Weiss was RIGHT BESIDE ME. Not to mention that literally everyone else on the bus had seen the whole thing. Great foreboding, dream.

"Nice going, Crimson," Jet and Azure shot me looks simultaneously. Oh man.

Ruby's face could've easily been mistaken for a tomato as she held up her hands defensively. "No, no, it's ok, you were tired so it made sense..."

Weiss threw me possibly the dirtiest look she had ever given me, which was quite a feat considering how many of those I'd received. I guessed I'd be having a rough time for the rest of the ride back.

"Well, you gotta give a man credit for making a move," Yang tossed in from a couple rows up.

"I didn't mean to-" I started, but was quickly interrupted by a bitter expression written all over Pyrrha's face.

"Keep it to yourselves, would you?" She looked out the window. Well, someone was a little upset over nothing. Jaune said nothing, but rather looked like had missed an opportunity to have the same thing in his row.

Well, it wasn't like I was complaining about it, anyway.

But, the look on Jaune's face was calling out to me in desperation, so I began to slide out of the row, nudging Ruby with me. "I owe you money, and my bag's in the back. Let's go now, before the bus stops."

Jaune looked as if he had been touched by God as we shuffled past. I gave him a wink on the way by. He smoothly jumped across to fill the row so he was next to Weiss.

"So you enjoying school lately?" the words stumbled out of his mouth. Weiss glanced to him, almost with disgust, and all she said, through the piercing blue of her eyes, was "%^&# off".

Ruby and I watched the events unfold from the back of the bus, and we couldn't help but laugh. Jaune made his moves on Weiss, which seemed to agitate her to the point of breaking. Finally Weiss gave Jaune a hearty slap to the face which left a dejected Jaune crumbling in his seat. Pyrrha was still looking out the window like an edgelord ready to cut. I stood up and shimmed towards her seat and plopped myself down next to her which she didn't really react to at all but scooch a little farther away from me. I mustered my courage as I spoke.

"Tell me what's wrong Pyrrha?" I asked the maiden, she huffed and kept looking out the window. I don't want to be annoying but looks like I gotta pry.

"As much as Jaune is an idiot he is also considerate, now tell me what's up?" I pried once again. She then gave me a bone chilling glare, not even sure Weiss can top that one. I just smiled weakly and once again stood at the back, just waiting for the bus ride to end. Of course then shortly afterward I was flung forward and fell flat on my face, another great one for me as the rest of the group was falling dead from laughter.

"Alright students, file out in a nice orderly fashion." Ms Goodwitch instructed as she gave me a strange look. I sighed and pushed myself off the ground and dusted myself off. I was in the last row so it took sometime to get to me but when it was my time I took Ruby's hand in mine and guided her out the bus.

"Erm" Ruby sounded, I realized what I had just done, I took Ruby's hand. My new GIRLFRIEND's hand. I gave her my classic smirk and I took on a slight blush as I decided to let go when we met up with the rest of the group.

"Hey Crimson, do those shoes have enough grip though?" Jet snorted as the group once again bursted out in laughter. I gave him my belittling glare as I decided to look around my surroundings to bash against his skull; instead I found a basketball court. Who knew hunters and huntress' still play such sports. I smirked as I saw there was a basketball dispenser near the court.

"You, Azure and me. 2v1 on the court. Right. Now. No aura. First to 10. Keeps." I commanded as I took stride after stride with confidence. Shortly I heard the footsteps of the group start creeping up to me, I took a basketball from the dispenser and started to dribble. Feels great to be able to play the best sport in the world.

"Too easy, why even attempt to challenge us 2v1?" Jet gloated as Azure gave him a high five. Did they forget who was the Emperor of Defense was?

"Alright then, you start with ball." I excreted confidence as I tossed the ball over to my friends. The rest of the group sat on the bleachers that was oh so convenient.

"Your downfall Crimson." Azure taunted as he started to dribble the ball. I got into my defensive stance, wide base and down low. I had to play zone, man to man defense is impossible 2v1. I felt a smirk pinch my lips as Azure decided to dribble around me for a layup. He decided to fake me out though as he quickly passed to Jet for a deadly jumper. Jet's shot made it's mark as I started to get fired up. Once again they had the ball; my defensive stance strengthening as Jet attempted to post me up. I suppressed a chuckle as he was unable to move. He pump faked into a pass towards Azure however Azure fumbled the ball giving me a chance to run over and block. Azure unaware of my newfound speed attempted an easy shoot in the key which was denied by my hand. I now had possession.

I dribbled out the key as they double teamed me, a coward's move. I pounded the ball to establish my dominance as I posted up and pushed them inside the key. It was time. I pivoted on my left foot and pump faked causing Jet to jump, I then turned around and fake a lay up which put Azure out of position. When they were both frozen I jumped and held the ball with both of my hands and slammed it right over their arrogant faces. I let out a cackle as the expression on their faces changes to ones of terror. What had they awakened?

I heard the group roar with praise. 'Good Job Crimson!' 'I can jump higher with my glyphs' 'That slam was amazing!'.

"Y-you never dunked before!" Jet screamed mutiny as I widened my eyes and gave him a shocking smile.

"Did you think I just slacked off when we were training?" I asked him with my intimidating figure to which he cowered in fear over.

"It's still my ball." I announced as they regained their previously non-existent composure, passing the ball to me I started to dribble once again. The same double team. I broke through their defenses as I was about to take a lay-up. I noticed that Azure was bursting with speed to block my shot to which I responded by stepping back and shooting a shot right over his bloody face. The basket sunk in as once again praise roared from the bleachers. I looked over and saw I had attracted the attention of team CFVY and other various students. This is great, now these two fools will know who is the alpha male. Once more with the ball I decided to rush past the defenders before they got a chance to set up; I dashed past both of them the second my hands made contact with the ball and did another slam dunk. An even louder bellow came from the bleachers as I waved like I had won an olympic gold medal. Possession once again. I can't use any more of my tricks as the shot clock winded down in my head. I went to my bread and butter and posted up in the paint. I faked a lay-up to the left as I did a hookshot over their heads. It missed it's mark as Jet got the rebound. He gave me a grin as he went to go clear it. At the edge of the three point line he dribbled and took a step forward. I reacted and followed; wrong decision however as he took a step back and sunk it from three.

"You can't shoot threes can't you?" Jet taunted as I gave him a grin. This game will be fun. I passed him the ball as Azure and Jet stood parallel to each other and passed with perfect synergy, Azure earned them another point.

"COMEBACK!" Jaune screamed from the bleachers as I clicked my tongue. I have to stop this right here and now. Azure and Jet tried their combo once again as they took a step back jumper, but I was too quick on my toes and I easily blocked the stole the ball. I cleared it and once again posted up for a classic hook. An idea popped into my mind as I spun around and took a shot from three, banking off the board right into the net. I looked right at Jaune.

"Did you not understand before?" I shouted as the crowd we had accumulated burst out into a earth shattering roar. The ball in my favour I posted up both of them and spun around.

"Not this time!" Jet shouted as he jumped forward to block. I spun back around and took a leap from the free throw line and dunked it once more. The crowd was in total awe and shock from my dunk. To think in a world where even more ludicrous things happen on a daily basis a free throw line dunk was still a spectacle to behold. With the score with in my favour at 4-3 I closed out the game, utterly dominating the both of them. Even when I missed my inhuman defense came back and blocked every shot they wanted to take.

"So, does my shoes have enough grip now?" I asked to my completely distraught friends. They nodded weakly as I went in for a huge bear hug. The three of us bowed as the crowd cheered our names. Nothing could separate us right? Not even death do us part. I chuckled to myself as the crowd threw me a slung of high fives and greetings as they had left, leaving the usual suspects and Team CVFY. Coco walked up to me and gave me a pat on the back as she had brushed past me to speak with Jet. Do I sense an easy tease?

"Hey Jet, do you like your hot cocoa black?" I snorted at my absolutely terrible joke as I could swear I felt everyone else roll their eyes. Velvet started to take pictures of my katars, which were on my belt. I had took them off when I played basketball, unnecessary weight needs to be shed in basketball.

"Liking the show?" I asked teasingly towards the bunny girl. I saw her blush and hide behind Yatsuhachi I think?

"Don't worry Velvet is just a little shy." Yatsu explained which I nodded in response.

"Hey Ruby I'm hungry, wanna go out for lunch?" I inquired.