Weiss and Ruby meanwhile where still questioned. Professor Ozpin let Blake go early. She was too distressed to say much anyway, he said. But the two girls in front of him weren't much more use either. They told him what they knew. Adam and Blake having been partners. Blake leaving him, (though they left out the story about the train) and coming here. How she and Yang became lovers. How the two ran into Adam one evening. The damn letter from Sun a few weeks later. How worried Blake was about him, especially after they knew that Adam really was behind it. The screams they heard. How they rushed in, because they recognised Blake as the screamer. How they knocked him out. Professor Ozpin just nodded. "Fine. Thank you, Miss Rose, Miss Schnee. I assume you now want to see the rest of your team. Unless there is something else you want to tell me?"

They shook their heads and went out the office, rushing to the hospital wing where Yang lay. Blake lay there, too. Someone had built up a second bed for her next to Yang. Blake was asleep. Shock, they were told. She had been given something and was now asleep. So was Yang. So, after they were sure that there was nothing they could do, they left. They too had been offered a medication but declined. They walked back to their dorm. It felt empty and cold without the rest of their team. They sat down and Weiss tried to work up the courage to tell Ruby about her dream when her scroll rang. She sighed and answered. "Winter?"

"Weiss. I heard you've to involved in the capture of a high ranked White Fang member, is that so?"

"Yes, it is."

"Father is on his way to Beacon. He has a great interest in that guy, and the people who caught him. He wants to thank them. Make sure you greet him properly."

Her voice now turned softer "You know he can be... Uncomfortable. Are you okay? I was worried when I heard you got into a fight."

Weiss swallowed. "Yes, I'm fine. But two of us are asleep now. Those who were first attacked. When will our father be here?"

"Soon. I'm on my way, too. General Ironwood has a certain interest as well. He also heard that someone lost an arm. He wants to offer her a replacement. Do you know the girl?"

"Yang? Of course, I know Yang. Like I said, she's my teammate. And so is Blake. The one he attacked"

"Well... Won't that be an interesting family reunion. I'll see you soon, Sister. Take care!"

And with that Winter ended her call. Ruby looked at Weiss. "Well... If your father wants to see you... You should probably wash yourself. And maybe I should, too. You go first"

Ruby turned away from her, looking out of the window.

"Ruby! I ... "

"You should hurry. I think I see an airship arriving"

So, Weiss did just that. Ruby sounded so cold. Was it because of what happened to Yang? Or... Because of this morning? She was just ready when she heard a knock on the door. Ruby answered.

"Yes, she's in the bathroom now but she should be ready any second now"

Weiss left the bathroom. Her father stood there, accompanied by Glynda, who looked fairly annoyed. She stepped forward. "Miss Schnee, your father wants to see you."

"Weiss. It is nice to see you again."

"Hello, father" her voice was small but stiff.

"Won't you introduce me to your friend here?"

"Oh...of course. Father, this is Ruby. Ruby Rose. My friend, partner and team leader"

"I see. It is a... pleasure to meet you, young Miss Rose."

"Er... It's...er... eh... it's mine... my pleasure. I mean... pleasure is my...mine" Ruby quavered. She still had no manners for high society. But Weiss didn't mind. Her father did, though he acted as if not. But Weiss knew her father enough.

"Well, Weiss. Kindly lead me to the other girls involved. The rest of your team as I gather."

"Yes. It was my older sister Yang who ... lost ... Her arm" Ruby stuttered and fell quiet again.

Mr. Schnee raised an eyebrow in annoyance but chose to say nothing. The girl hadn't had a chance to learn how to behave properly. It wasn't her fault. But before he followed her and Glynda, he took Weiss to his side, grabbing her by the upper arm and pinching her slightly. She fidgeted and gave a little yelp.

"I hope this girl does not make you forget your own manners." He whispered to her, then gave her a slight push forward and went to follow the others. In the hospital wing they met Ironwood and Winter. Her father was not happy.

"Well, today seems to be meeting your runaway daughters day. How are you doing, Winter?"

"I'm doing fine, father. Thanks for asking."

Weiss noticed that Yang and Blake were still asleep. The nurse ushered them all out. General Ironwood remained behind, taking pictures of Yang's arms. Weiss looked from her sister to her father. He looked extremely unhappy.

"My daughter seems to be unhurt. Professor, would you please inform me now, what happened?"

"I do not think so. It involves private information about the two students asleep in the hospital. I must ask you to ask them yourself. And I must insist that you leave them alone for the time being. I understand that you were relieved to hear about the capture of Adam Taurus and proud of your daughter's involvement but there was no reason for you to rush in like you did."

"It was no big deal, my dear. I was on a business trip not far from here."

The general opened the door and closed it again behin him, careful not to make any noise.

"Glynda? I think I am done here. I'll have some of my best men and women create a prosthetic arm for Miss Xiao Long. I hope it will help her heal. My best regards to Professor Ozpin. Jacques? I gather our meeting tomorrow will happen as planned. I'm on my way back to Atlas now. I'll see you there."

Mr. Schnee nodded. He watched his older daughter leave, then turned to his younger daughter.

"I expect a detailed report from you... Once you are rested. And I must insist on more regular calls from your side. Beacon had a... Poor influence on your behaviour.

Maybe you should have found better... Friends. It's a shame."

"Father!"

"Weiss, you are clearly in shock. Maybe you should come with me for a few days. Until your lessons start again."

Her eyes widened as she found her nightmare repeated in real life, though with some differences. She glanced at Ruby, who shrugged. She made a choice.

"No."

"I beg your pardon?"

"You heard me, father. I said no. I will not come with you. Not now. My team needs to remain together. I will not leave them. You should know, you were the one who told me to be loyal to my friends and partners."

"Weiss. It was not a question. You could use your time in Atlas to some good. I will celebrate the recent events and what would be better than to have my wonderful daughter around, who was a part of the events. You are the heiress to the Schnee Dust Company, you have a duty!"

"I said no! I will remain with my team!"

Her father grabbed her arm, but he had not been thinking about Ruby. She grabbed his arm and growled at him. Her childish tries to act properly were clearly forgotten. No manners at all. Glynda reappeared. The noise must have carried further than they thought.

"Mr. Schnee. Miss Schnee. Miss Rose. What is going on?"

"I asked my daughter to come with me to Atlas until classes start again. I want her to perform at a celebration I plan, to honour the capture of this... Individual over there. But would you believe it, she outright refused. Neglecting her duty as my heiress. And this child attacked me."

"Let go of me, father. I remain with my team."

"Mr. Schnee, I assume you thought it would be for the best, but your daughter is old enough to make her own decisions. If she wants to go with you, we will not stop her. However, since she made it clear that she wants to remain with her team, we will accept her wish and we will stop you from kidnapping her in front of our eyes."

He snorted but let go. So did Ruby.

"Well. You sure are old enough to make a choice. So am I. You will hear from me. Good day to all of you." With that he turned and left.

"You two better go to your dorm. You had enough excitement for today. I'll make sure you get dinner. Rest now."

"Yes, Professor"