sorry for the wait ladies and gentleman! Here's chapter 9!

Chapter 9: Date

The sound of swords was heard within the auditorium. The two teens were fighting with ferocity. Dante and Jaune advanced upon one another.

Jaune's skills have improved! Looks like Pyrrha's been teaching him well!

Jaune and Dante clashed swords and faced each other.

"Not so bad..." Said Dante, trying to push Jaune back.

Jaune tried to use his shield to bash Dante with it, but Dante flipped back and got into a pose. He then dashed at Jaune, who countered Dante with his sword. Dante parried Jaune's next attack, exposing him. With that, he then twirled his sword upside down and smashed the butt of Rebellion into Jaune's abs, sending him backwards. Jaune regained his stance and looked up to see Dante above him, who swung his sword down. Jaune blocked with his shield and tried to attack Dante, but he disarmed Jaune by striking his sword before Jaune could attack. The white haired teen tried for a lunging stab, which Jaune blocked with his shield and charged forwards again. Dante jumped back once more. Using only his shield, Jaune tried to attack Dante. Dante dodged his attack and swung his sword, disarming Jaune's shield.

"The winner is Dante."

Dante sheathed his sword as he picked up Jaune's sword with his left hand. He helped up Jaune and gave him his sword, which he sheathed as well. The two smiled as they grasped each other's hands and shook.

"That was a damn good fight Jaune. You nearly got me off balance."

"What can I say? I'm getting better. But really, I owe it to Pyrrha. She's really been helping me out with my combat."

Humble. A trait you really you don't see in many guys these days.

The two stepped off the stage as they were greeted by their teams, RWBY and JNPR.

"That was great guys!" Said Ruby.

"Yeah! Way to go Jauney boy!" As Yang punched Jaune in the shoulder.

"You performed spectacularly Jaune!" Said Pyrrha.

"Thanks you guys. Really it was nothing big."

"You're really improving Jaune." Said Dante.

"Thanks."

"Well guys, as to celebrate Jaune's improvement, let's go get some lunch!" Said Dante as many of them cheered.

They all gathered in the cafeteria as they enjoyed the small feast before them. Ruby barely touched her food. She was busy. Busy messing with her hair and staring at Dante. She couldn't help it really. Dante looked up from his food, but Ruby looked away quickly so he wouldn't notice her.

Why did I have to go and kiss him on the cheek? He probably thinks I'm weird now! Great! Here's a nice guy that I really really really like, and I totally screwed up my chances!

"You okay Ruby?" Asked Yang.

"Huh?! Oh yeah! I'm-I'm totally okay!"

There was a huge grin on Yang's face, and this told Dante everything. She knew what was going on. And Dante didn't. And that's what scared him. Yang somehow had a devious plot for anything when it involved people's feelings.

Dante could hear laughter behind him. He turned around to see Cardin and his team picking on Velvet, pulling her ears, calling her a freak.

"I swear! This never gets old!"

It's about get very old.

Dante rose from the table, a fury in his eyes.

"Should we stop him?" Asked Blake.

"No, I say he lays down the law. He's been getting restless about this thing. And since he couldn't prove anything, he's finally going to do something about it. Didn't you see the bruise Velvet had last week?" Said Weiss.

"No...they didn't!" Said Ruby.

"Apparently they did." Said Blake, angrily looking at Cardin and their team.

"Looks like they're getting the ass whooping of a lifetime." Said Yang smiling.

"Hehehe! How do you like it freak?" Said Cardin laughing, unaware that Dante was approaching.

After a few seconds, be heard the screams of his team as he turned to see his cronies lying on the ground. One had a broken arm, the other missing all his teeth, and the other with a broken leg. Cardin was a bit nervous when he saw Dante approach menacingly.

"What do you want?" He asked, still holding onto to Velvets ear.

"Let go of her ear, Cardin. Or you're not gonna get that hand back."

Dante said with a chilling tone. Cardin was taller than Dante and more muscular, standing at six five. Dante only stood at five eight.

"What did you say?"

"I said let go."

"Or what you little sh-"

Cardin's face was smashed by Dante's fist. He flew onto a table as Dante grabbed Cardin by the neck and proceeded to repeatedly slam his body into the ground, leaving dents with each slam. Dante then held him in the air, taking a good look at Cardin's face of horror before he smashed him once more in the ground. Dante left as he brushed off his clothes and rejoined his friends at their table. He was expecting looks of fear or disappointment. But it was the exact opposite.

"He got what he deserved." Said Yang.

Ruby was walking down the hall outside of the lecture room. Class had just finished.

"Hey Ruby." Said Dante, now walking with Ruby.

"Dante! Hi!" Oh god! He's walking with me! What do I say?! "Uh...nice hair?" Nice hair?!

"Uh...thanks."

Ruby's face was flourishing red. I guess I should ask her now. Dante carefully looked around. No Yang.

"So...any plans for Friday?"

"No, some of us were just going to hang out and talk."

So she's not busy. Good. Still no Yang! Even better! "So...I was wondering..."

"Yeah?" Is he going to-?

"Would you like to go out tomorrow? I mean, if your not busy or-"

"I would love to go."

Deep inside Ruby's mind was excitement beyond belief. She couldn't believe he asked her out! Maybe Yang or Blake or Pyrrha, but her? Wow!

I can't believe she said yes! "What time do you want me to pick you up?" Asked Dante.

"Around six."

"Great! I'll get something in order!"

"See you at six!"

"So she said 'nice hair' and then you asked her out on a date?" Asked Jaune.

"Pretty much." Replied Dante.

The two friends had been walking to the training complex. Since classes were over for today, Dante and Jaune thought it a good idea to train for a while. Dante opened the door and stepped inside with his blonde friend.

"Does Yang know about it?"

"Why does Yang need to know we're going on a date?"

"Dude, the last person that asked Ruby, was only seen again yesterday."

"Yesterday? How long was the guy gone?"

"A week."

Dante felt the wind leave his lungs for a moment. "Really?" He asked Jaune.

"I was just kidding."

"Dude! Don't scare me like that!"

"No, but seriously now, I swear it might have happened at some point in time. I mean, they are sisters. And you know how older sisters are protective of their younger ones."

Yeah, because I'm totally a girl Jaune, and I have a sister. "So what should I do if confronted by Yang?"

"Run like hell."

"No seriously, what do I do?"

"Well, you are the leader of both teams, so she might listen to you?"

"Might Jaune?"

"Listen I think you're kinda taking this too seriously."

"How can I not? I mean, I am going on a date with one of the cutest girls in this school! Not to mention, her dearest sister Yang is a deadly menace when angry. So yeah, I think I have my reasons for being uptight about it."

"Like I said, relax." Dante took some breaths.

Okay. Calm down. Breath.

Dante inhaled through his nose and exhaled out his mouth.

"Okay then, let's get this show on the road Jaune."

Ruby had made it back to the dorm room and squealed happily.

"What's got you all worked up little sis?" Asked Yang.

"Oh...um...nothing! Just...happy?" Said Ruby with a thumbs up and a smile.

"Uh-huh. So! How'd your day go?"

"Oh you know, we had classes, lunch..."

"Talked with boys?" Added Yang.

"What?!" Said Ruby.

"What's...his...name?" Asked Yang.

Jaune and Dante were out breath, only exception was, Jaune was laying on the ground for air while Dante joined his friend.

"You're doing good Jaune. Caught me off balance at some points."

"How can you...do all that crazy stuff...and not get tired at all?"

Dante was the first to get up and soon helped up Jaune. They smiled as they shook each other's hands. Within the next second however, Dante's smiled dropped to that of pure horror, when a door exploded from its frame, flew out of nowhere and took Jaune with it into a wall. He slowly turned his head in horror to the entrance from where the door came. A figure began to step out from the smoke.

Oh god.

Where did she go?!

Ruby had been searching the school for Yang, hoping she didn't kill Dante yet.

"Ruby!"

"Pyrrha! Have you seen Yang?"

An explosion sounded in the distance as smoke poured. Dante ran towards the two girls at lightning speed, screaming fearfully.

"Dante! Where are you going?!" Dante ran for his life as he told them, "Can't talk! I gotta go!"

He then resumed his full on sprint as Yang was closing in on him.

"There's Yang." Said Pyrrha.

"But why is she-"

"Its a long story." Said Ruby.

Yang passed them saying, "Get back here!"

She fired shots from Ember Cecilia at Dante, who was zig zagging and dodging the shots. One flew past right his head and hit a tree ahead of Dante, which fell towards him. He jumped and ran up the tree to roof top area.

Is she still after me?!

Dante turned to see Yang's red eyes tracking him.

That's a definite yes!

Before he could continue his run, one of the shots landed at his feet and sent him in the air screaming. He fell and slid on the roofs tiles with his back as Dante was closing in on the ledge. Just as he was about to fall the white haired teen grabbed the ledge, guaranteeing his life would continue. At least for a couple more seconds.

"You!" Said yang standing over the ledge.

Oh sh-

She grabbed him by the collar and pulled him up.

"Well?! What do you have to say for yourself deadman?!"

"Uh..."

"Well?!"

"I really like Ruby because she's really cute, sweet, smart and funny and I really want to date her with your permission!" He said rapidly.

He was taking deep breaths afterwords.

Whew. Got that over with. Wait-

Yang still had him by the collar, but soon moved him away from the ledge and dropped him.

"Okay then, mr. team leader. If you want to date my little sister, you have to prove to me you're worthy."

"And what do I have to do?"

Yang smiled a devilish smile, which sent shivers down Dante's spin.

"You have to go through me, pretty boy."

Both team RWBY and team JNPR had gathered in the training complex. A fight between Dante and Yang? Who would miss this? Dante was intimidated. And that was speaking volumes about how Yang can easily out fear into people's hearts.

My bones may be unbreakable, but I can only imagine that Yang will find some way to break them.

"What's the probability that he might live?" Weiss asked Blake.

"Knowing the way how Yang fights, little possibility."

"I just hope he's gonna be okay." Said Jaune.

Thankfully, Jaune's shield got in the way of him and the wall, causing little damage to his body. Ruby was watching closely, hoping her sister wouldn't kill Dante.

"Ready to start pretty boy?" Asked Yang.

She smashed her fists together as Ember Cecilia activated.

Oh yeah. I almost forgot. She fights hand to hand. Well, with gauntlets.

Dante drew his black Rebellion and clicked the trigger on the sword twice, smashed his fists together as his sword transformed into its black greaves and gauntlets form. The saws on the sides of his greaves buzzed for two seconds, and the drills formed and deformed. The back armor extended on his back. The mask armor formed and covered his face from the bridge of his nose down to his neck. Dante was set.

"Just before we begin, I really don't believe in hitting g-"

Dante had barely avoided one Yang's uppercuts to his chin, as he jumped back and saw one of Ember Cecilia's shots fly past his face.

Man, she really doesn't like me right now is she's going for the face.

"Okay then Blondie, looks like I'm gonna have to take this seriously!"

Dante charged in and tried for a punch, only for Yang to grab his arm and toss him over her into the ground. Dante quickly exited the imprinted image of himself and got back on his feet.

Okay, bad idea rushing in.

The two circled each other like lions do with their prey, Yang with a grin on her face, Dante fully focused on his opponent. They charged in and locked fists, only to push of each other once more. I have to focus and keep track of her movements. Yang had shot out more blasts, which Dante punched and kicked. She shot out a large burst which blinded Dante for a moment. Yang exited the flames with a punch going for Dante's face, which he blocked with his gauntlets. He activated the saw blades on his right greave and tried to kick Yang, only for the blonde to grab his leg and toss him. Dante spun around in the air for a moment, then landed in the ground, rolling as he used his hands to stop himself from spinning out of control. Yang charged in once more, trying to attack Dante, only for the white haired teen to block and doge each of the brutal attacks.

The blonde managed to nail Dante in the face, stunning him for a temporary second. She quickly grabbed Dante by the head with both hands as he struggled to get free. She head butted him and then proceeded to rip off his mask. Dante's mask was ripped off as Yang attempted to pummel the white haired teen. He quickly pushed up Yang's arm as he slipped away and got ready again. The blonde attacked Dante, only in resulting the white haired teen catching her punch. He pushed her away as another attack from Yang closed in. Dante blocked her attack and went for a back fist. The blonde went to block, but felt the power in the attack. She noticed Dante's greaves and gauntlets glow with white energy outlined in black. Yang tried for a flurry of combos, only for Dante to block all of the punches. Yang tried for a finalizing kick, only to be blocked by Dante's kick. He retaliated with another quick kick that Yang blocked with her gauntlets, the force of the kick sending her into a wall. As quick as she entered the wall, she exited and punched Dante in the face, sending him tumbling into the ground.

"What's wrong pretty boy? I thought you said you were going to take this seriously."

Dante got up and noticed a little trickle of blood from his mouth. He wiped it off with a grin on his face, "Don't get a creak in your neck from looking down on me Yang."

The two smiled as they engaged each other once again.

Ten minutes. Ten minutes it took for Dante and Yang to near the end of the fight. Both had tatters on their clothes and bruises. Dante took a deep breath as he rushed in with a roar and tried to attack Yang with a flurry of punches and kicks. Yang was dodging and blocking and even returning the attacks. Dante tried to swipe with his right hand and barely missed Yang as she jumped back.

"Don't tell me its over alre-" she looked closely as a strand of her golden blonde hair fell in front of her.

"You...you...you son of a bitch!"

Yang exploded with fiery golden energy surrounding her entire body.

You've got to be kidding me!

Yang rushed at Dante at a blinding speed and smashed her fist into Dante's abs while firing a shot of Ember Cecilia. She punched and fired more shots into Dante as he flew into the air. Dante was in the air, watching as Yang launched herself in the air towards him.

Dammit! I can't lose like this!

White energy outlined in black surrounded Dante. His aura bursted full force as he descended upon Yang with his kick. The fight resumed on the ground, Yang still glowing with her fiery aura while Dante with his glowing white aura.

This is it! I gotta end this...in one hit!

Dante charged forward, charging his right gauntlet to its maximum level. Yang also made a dash for Dante, firing shots off from her weapon, only for the projectiles to bounce off Dante's aura. She raised her fist and charged in. Their fists collided as a large explosions of energy blinded the spectating teams. The dust settled as the two warriors were a distance away from each other.

"Not too bad Dante."

"Not so bad yourself."

"Well I guess its over."

"Ahem!" Coughed Dante.

"Oh fine you big baby. I guess...you can date my little sister then."

Yes!

"Way to go Dante!" Screamed Ruby.

Dante smiled nervously as he looked back at her.

Unbeknownst to Dante until now, Weiss had a feature installed in the room. It was a wall that would separate the boys from the girls in case of emergency meetings only involving the girls or special occasions. It was an advantage for Dante at least. Jaune and Ren had been helping their leader with his preparations for the date.

"Ready Dante?"

He stepped out in some nice attire.

"Wow!" Said Jaune.

Dante was dressed in black shining dress shoes, black trousers, black long sleeved shirt, black suit and tie. He checked the mirror. For once he did something with his hair. He didn't cut it or gel it, he simply had his hair somewhat parted to the left, partially covering his left eye, with his bangs brushed down.

"So guys, think I'm ready for my date tonight with Ruby?"

"Totally." Said Jaune with a thumbs up and smile.

"You definitely got the look. Did you get the reservation for the theater?"

Dante checked his right pocket.

"Right here. Alright guys. Looks like I'm all set."

"Good luck with Ruby tonight." Said Jaune.

"Thanks for the help guys. I'll see ya later."

Dante exited the room and waited outside the secondary door to where the girls were separated. He took a deep breath as Dante knocked twice on the door. He was greeted by Blake.

"Hey Blake."

"Hi Dante. She's just about ready."

Dante was trying to peek over Blake's shoulder into the room, but she was blocking his way. That was until Yang came out the door with Blake.

"Okay, here's the deal. I think I punished you enough in the complex and I pretty much told you on the airship I'd kill you if you hurt her. So I know you're not dumb enough to try anything. But if you do, I don't care if you are our team leader-"

"I think I get the picture Yang."

"Good. Just remember though, I'll..."

She turned to her partner, looking for the right words.

"Crush his bones into dust?"

"Yeah! What she said!"

Dante gave Blake a small glare.

Thanks for giving her ideas!

Blake stared with an apologetic glance. Sorry! It was all I could think of!

Ruby stepped out of the room. Dante was stunned. He couldn't find any other word he could use to outdo beautiful. She wore a simple, yet elegant red dress.

"Wow...Ruby you look..." What should I say? Beautiful? Yeah! That works! "You look beautiful."

She smiled at him as she started to walk with him.

"Have her back by midnight! Or I'll hunt you down!"

Shivers went down Dante's spine.

"Relax. She won't hunt you down. I hope." Said Ruby.

"You hope?"

As soon as the two turned the corner, Yang went down the corridor to see if they were still here. She went back to the doo room and grinned.

"Are you sure we need to do this?" Asked Blake.

"You can't always trust a boy, even if they give you their word."

"I still don't know if-"

"Just get ready and let's go."

The two got off the airship that took them into Vale and walked the streets for a while. It was awkward and silent for a couple moments.

This needs to go better. It's my first date and all! And I'm screwing it up. Alright. Calm down. What to do? What does Ruby like? She likes weapons. She likes cookies or other sweets. She likes red the same way I love black. Wait...red. Red! Of course!

He looked around, trying to find something in close distance that could sell anything that was red.

Aha! The flower shop! "I'll be back in just a second Ruby!"

He darted off quickly into the store.

"Hello! Welcome to the-"

"Hi do you have red roses in stock?!" Asked a hurried Dante.

"Why, yes we do! They're all the way in the-"

"Thanks!" Dante quickly went to the back of the store, rapidly checking the aisles of flowers present.

Red roses, red roses, red roses...aha!

The white haired teen quickly picked the red rose and sped to the counter.

"That will be-"

"five lien?! Awesome! Thanks!"

Dante left the lien on the table.

"Thank you and come again!" Said the clerk.

"How long was I?" Asked Dante.

"About thirty seconds." Replied Ruby with a smile.

Good. Wait...is that good?

Dante cleared his throat before speaking in a knightly manner. "I bring a gift milady!" Said Dante as he pulled out the rose from behind his back.

Ruby giggled at his cheesy line.

"That's so sweet of you."

"Not done just yet though." Said Dante. He carefully configured the stem of the rose, making sure no thorns were present. And with that, Dante placed the rose on the left side of Ruby's hair, further adding to her beauty.

"I like it. How do you think it looks?" She asked. Dante smiled.

"Like an angel from heaven." She giggled once more as she held his hand.

"What's the plan for the evening?"

"A play at the Vytal Theater. It's about a story of a man with two souls, each fighting for control over his body."

"Ooooohhh!" Said an impressed Ruby.

"Are you still sure we need to be following them?" Asked Blake.

"Of course!" Replied Yang, looking through a pair of binoculars on one of the roofs.

"This may be a play Blake, but same the same thing could happen in there like in movie theater."

"And that would be...?"

"You know...holding hands..."

"They're already doing that."

"The old yawning trick...then there's the kiss at he end of a movie."

"And you feel that'll be the case?"

"Blake, need I remind you he's a guy?"

"A respectful guy full with honor and intent?"

"What if there's another side to him we don't know about?"

"Really?"

"These things usually happen! How many movies have you seen exactly?"

"You're basing these facts off movies?"

"Yes!"

Blake simply sighed.

"Did you get those disguises?" Asked Yang. Blake reached into back pack the two partners brought with them and pulled out a black dress and a golden yellow dress.

"Perfect..." Said Yang as she tucked away her binoculars.

Dante and Ruby found their seats rather quickly. A large amount of people had attended the play. It was based on a amazing book, and became a theater adaption that would supposedly rival the marvel of the book. He also picked it for another reason. At one point in time, Dante had the same kind of struggle, a brutal one where the other him almost won. But it didn't. And that's why he was still here. When Dante found out about the play, he simply smiled at the sheer irony of re-living almost the same kind of experiences...only, through the eyes of a different person this time. It was perfect. The lights dimmed and the curtains unveiled.

"What are they up to now?" Asked Yang.

The two partners were seated in the above section of the theater, watching Ruby and Dante. Blake was focused on the play instead of wasting her time spying on her two leaders. The blonde was constantly vigilant, watching for any sign of funny business.

Maybe Blake was right...I shouldn't have done th- aha! The old yawning trick!

Yang watched as Dante yawned and put his arm around Ruby's shoulder as she scooted closer to him with a grin.

"I highly doubt that something will happen." Whispered Blake.

"I knew it! I knew it!" Whispered Yang agitated.

"So what? It's just a hand over the shoulder. I don't see what the big deal is."

"The big deal is that it usually leads to a kiss!"

"Again, so what? She's growing up. You can't keep babying her."

"I know but-"

"Trust me Yang. It's okay."

It was difficult for the blonde haired girl to relent. Ruby was her little sister. And would continue to be so. Regardless of her thoughts, Blake was right.

Ruby's not a kid anymore. I gotta try to stop treating her like one. And besides, she's with Dante. And Dante's a really great guy. Jealous I may be a little since my little sister has a really hot boyfriend, but still, if it were to be anyone, I'm glad its Dante.

The play was almost over. The final confrontation between the two souls was nearing a close. The darker soul had managed to wound the soul of light, seemingly bringing an end to the conflict. But like a flame that refused to be extinguished, the soul of light rose up once more and defeated his darker self. As the battle ended, the good soul fell, his wounds taking over and darkness blanketing his eyes. The one he loved appeared, holding his hand, weeping, begging him not to leave her. And just as the soul was within deaths hands, a light appeared from the heavens, giving the good soul life. He rose once more, holding his loves hands. They kissed a long kiss, as the sun shined and removed the stains of darkness upon the land. The curtains closed and the lights were brought back on as everyone rose from their seats and clapped.

"That was...that was an amazing play Dante."

"I know. That's why I picked it. So...what did you think?"

"I think it was an amazing and beautiful story. Blake was reading something good."

"Yeah..."

Dante had pulled out his black scroll and checked the time. Ten o'clock. Two hours to midnight. To think they were here from seven to ten...

"Let's go see if a restaurant or cafe is open somewhere."

"We still have two hours at most, so let's see what we can find!"

Dante had managed to find a cafe open at this hour that was near an airship that would take them back to Beacon. Dante had a sweetened, sugary drink that included raspberries in the drink, while Ruby had a strawberry milkshake.

"Enjoying the strawberry milkshake lovely lady?" Asked Dante.

Ruby giggled. "Do you always know what to say a girl?"

"Only when pretty girls are involved."

Both of them laughed. "So what kind of powers did you have before Dante?"

"Nothing special."

"You're too humble."

"That I am. Well alright. Are you sure you want to know?"

"Yes!"

"Okay okay. When I had my powers, I could do all sorts of things. One of them was flying."

"You were able to fly?! That's super cool!"

"Yeah! It was pretty cool! It made getting around a lot easier. The other was I could use my energy to make me stand in midair."

"What else could you do?"

"My favorite was being able to launch energy wave attacks, which were pretty devastating when fully charged."

"So you were like a superhero?" She asked excitingly.

"Let's just stick with hero. I feel like superhero is kinda pushing it."

Dante took a sip of his drink before Ruby asked another question.

"So what was your life like? Before the hero stuff I mean..."

"Boring really. I was just a straight A student who always got the perfect grades on homework, tests, all that other stuff."

"It kinda shows. Well...you do get nothing but excellent scores in all the classes."

"It was kinda difficult. I mean, I've never knew the history of Vytal or about the Grimm before I came here."

"But you still managed."

"Do I detect a bit of jealousy?" Asked Dante with a grin.

"No! It's just...your a better student is all!"

Ruby's face was red.

"You do know its my job as a leader to help you out on these kinds of things right?"

Ruby was quick to change the subject.

"What about your parents?" She asked.

"Huh?"

"Your parents?"

"Oh...um..."

I guess I should tell her the truth. It's only right.

"My parents were wonderful people. My mother was everything you could ever wish for in a mother. She was always kind, caring, and respectful. Even to those who really didn't deserve it. And my dad was just awesome. He was honestly the coolest. He kinda taught me everything I know. He would say, 'Son...a man isn't someone who is just strong. A man is one who thinks, who has honor, who is courageous and has heart.' My dad is the main reason my fighting skills are so fine tuned. The best part was I never got in trouble. I got a slight scolding now and then for doing something stupid, but they were always listening to my side of the story. In a general summary, they were good people."

"They aren't around anymore are they?" Asked Ruby sadly.

Dante wasn't too sad about it. But there was that small feeling of loss in heart that would never heal.

"My mother died when I was five. My father...he just...disappeared. He didn't leave me behind, he was...missing. It was tragic. But I never let it get in my way."

"How? How does someone just do that?"

"Because I came to terms with it. I knew they were gone. I knew I wasn't going to get them back. So instead of crying all the time like almost any other person would, I left it all behind me and continued my life. And here I am today. Insanely in love with you."

Despite Dante's sad backstory, Ruby giggled.

"You really do know how to talk with girls."

The two stared at each other for a while, then proceeded into closing in on one another slowly before both of the teens lips were pressed against one another. After a good fifteen seconds or so, they pulled away faces flushed with red.

"First kiss huh?" Said the both of them nervously.

A small double chirp tune sounded in Dante's pocket. It was the alarm Dante set on his scroll. Eleven forty five.

"Wow...hard to believe its been nearly six hours."

"Yeah..."

"We should get back before your sister decides to 'hunt me down'. Because that won't be good."

"You do realize she won't actually do that?"

"Knowing Yang, I'd prefer to keep my head on Ruby."

The two laughed one more.

"Dante...could...could you-"

"Carry you?"

What?! How did he-?

"know? Your face told me everything."

I'm that easy-?

"to read? Totally."

"Stop doing that!"

"Sorry. As to your question, I would be honored to carry you."

Dante then got up from his side of the table and took Ruby into his arms, while she wrapped hers around his neck.

"You think your sister would kill me if she saw me carrying you?" Asked Dante as he was heading for the airship.

"Probably."

"We have to do this more often."

"Definitely." Said Ruby as she smooched him on the cheek. "Do you think you can do your hair like that everyday?" Asked Ruby.

Dante looked at her with a smile. "I'll think about it."