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Ozpin let me stay with Cinder without asking why. I was curious to say the least but just shrugged it off. It was breakfast time so I headed towards the dining hall. I was about to sit at my usual table when I remembered my conversation with Blake earlier. Well at least I can say I tried. I grabbed my food which consists of a few steaks and walked over to the table where team RWBY sat. I noticed Jaune sitting at the table as well as some others who I didn't know. A red-headed girl was the first one to notice me. She discreetly elbowed Jaune who alerted the others of me. When I reached their table all of their eyes were fixed on me.
"Hey guys..." No one said anything. "I was wondering if I could eat with you." They quickly huddled in a comical fashion and after a few hushed whispers Ruby spoke up. "We would be happy for you to sit with us." Blake and Ruby shuffled apart and I sat down awkwardly with everyone's eyes on me. "So Ash, just a quick question. Why did you want to sit with us?" Questioned Weiss. Everyone turned to me expectantly.
"Well I promised I would try to trust you so..." I trailed of before slicing a bit of my steak with my gauntlets. I then used the blades like a fork to eat the meat. Everyone looked at me weirdly. I gulped down the morsel. "What?" I asked annoyed.
"It's just...you used your weapon as an eating utensil." Explained Weiss.
"Well to me their not just a weapon. Their a tool for survival. I used this thing for much more than just fighting. Anyway since I don't know all of you some introductions would be nice." I said trying to redirect the attention.
"Well you already know me,Weiss,Blake and Yang but that's Jaune,Nora,Pyrrha and Ren." Ruby said pointing to each of them in turn who all gave a nod or greeting in turn.
After a few minutes of eating,or reading in Blake's case,Pyrrha asked me "So Ash where do you live?"
"I was born in Mistral but grew up in Vale,more so in the forest and caves then in the town. I mostly settled in the Forever falls. Thats why Miss Goodwitch let me fly off during our field trip."
"What happened to your parents?" Questioned Ruby softly.
I sighed heavily. "My mom died giving birth to me but my dad well... he left when he found out my mom was pregnant with me. I never found out who he was though. Guess he didn't like me" I laughed humourlessly.
"Dude that's harsh" said Jaune.
"That's life." I retorted simply.
"You dolt,why would you ask him that" Scolded Weiss at Ruby who was on the verge of crying.
"It's fine" I said waving it off"She was curious."
I suddenly found myself in a side hug and flinched. I looked beside me to see Blake hugging me. She slowly withdrew from me saying "I thought you needed one."
"It's fine i'm just not used to it." She gave a small smile and returned to her book.
I covered my ear when Ruby squealed excitedly. "Oh my gosh! Blake you mphhh" but was shushed by a red-faced Blake.
"Ignore her" said Blake embarrassed.
"Okay..." I said wearily
We ended up eating in silence after that but Ruby was smiling excitedly and Yang had a devilish smirk on her face. Weird.
I went searching for Cinder after breakfast. I had to ask her about the ground rules. When I finally found her she was observing the school from the gardens. "Cin I have to ask you something?
"What is it Ash?" She said still looking out at the school.
"Can I tell people we're related or does that ruin your plans."
"What plans Ash?" she said with a mask of fake calmness.
Don't play dumb. I may be younger than you but I am not as naive or dumb as you may believe. I know your planning something big with Roman and the White fang. And judging by all the dust robberies he has participated in I can say that it is big. The only reason I haven't told Ozpin is because unlike you I actually care about you. Just promise me you won't harm any of my friends and I will keep it a secret." I stated.
She gave a small smirk. "Well you've definitely got mom's intelligence and we have a deal. But to answer your other question you can just leave out the abandonment otherwise it will draw to much attention to me. By the way I do love you,never forget that okay." She said the last part sternly.
"If you loved me you wouldn't have left a 4 year old boy in a grimm invested area!" I was close to tears but what happened next shocked me. I found myself in a tearful hug.
"I never wanted to hurt you. I left to become stronger,to protect you. I wasn't strong enough to protect you from everyone but now I am. I know I probably don't deserve it but can we please be a family once more?" For once her calm facade had broken and I didn't know what to do.
After a small time I finally spoke. "I always considered you my sister Cin. I always loved you and still do. I just thought I wasn't a good brother. I got us in serious trouble and I contributed nothing to our survival. You did everything for me and when you left,well... I thought that was why." We were both in tears by the time I finished. I felt like we were finally a real family again. For once I had hopes for a bright future.
The rest of the day went by as usual. Professor Port bragging, Doctor Oobleck talking so fast you could barely keep up and the daily sparing match with Miss Goodwitch. It was weird though. For some reason though all of Blake's friends kept trying to make us sit together. I guess I have a lot to learn about people. Emerald and I eventually started talking and I learned a bit about her which was nice. She grew up in a relatively similar style and knew all about the cruel reality of the world. It was nice to have someone share similar views with me although I suspect Blake grew up in a similar fashion. Whenever we talked she tried to avoid her past all together. She was a nice person though and I admired her calm disposition. Yes I know what the word means. I've read a book once or twice.
The day eventually ended and after dinner everyone headed off to bed. I was genuinely surprised by how much I enjoyed today. I felt...content.
I enjoyed talking to Emerald and Blake.
I enjoyed eating with people.
I enjoyed having my sister back.
When I reached my dorm Cinder was already in bed but she was staring at the roof as if trying to pry secrets out of it. Mercury and Emerald were already asleep although Mercury had a comic book lying open on his chest. I walked over to the bed and as I did she turned to me and smiled. "Are you ready for bed?" She asked. She rolled over so there was enough space for me and held up the blanket so I could get in easily. I manoeuvred myself into the bed and snuggled up next to her.
"I'm going to say sorry in advance for waking you up." I said talking out loud to her.
"It's fine Ash. I just want you to sleep comfortably." She replied yawning.
"Good night sleepyhead,"I said laughing slightly.
"Good night brat," she retorted lightheartedly.
I instinctively snuggled into her chest and she wrapped her arms around me. I guess I missed this more then I knew. Eventually I fell asleep and embraced the land of dreams but this time I had no nightmares.
AN:New Chapter and for once Ash is happy. I have exams next week so sorry if I don't put up a new chapter but be sure to review and give your thoughts on my story and any improvements.