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Italics are thoughts

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

Italics and underlined are summons talking

**Communications through scrolls and other devices


Chapter 29 Unleash

(Location: Downtown District Vale Sonus continent Kingdom of Vale Remnant)

Jaune was supposed to be conducting an investigation with his partner. They were gathering any information related to the White Fang. It was just business. Huntsman business. Something to take seriously. But apparently Ruby didn't got the memo. Both have done their part going to the many dust shops all over Vale that got their merchandise stolen by the faunus group. He talked to all employees and owners if they have seen anything about the terrorist group. Unfortunately, they haven't seen or heard anything about. Not since the time they got robbed off their dust. So the investigation didn't went well, coming back empty handed. That's what the Arc thought at first. But he knew that wasn't true. Since his partner has had a blast. Jaune had to smiled, he couldn't helped it at the red cloak girl. During their investigation, the petite was only paying more attention at the weapon magazines rather than questioning the workers.

Apparently Remnant Arsenals wasn't enough to satisfied the young scythe wielder. There were other magazine brands and Ruby being Ruby, wanted to checked them all out. So while Jaune was talking to the owners, the silver eyed petite was busy reading about the world of weapons. It wasn't that bad. The blond didn't had a problem with his partner not taking the investigation with interest. It's not like they got any leads on the White Fang or Torchwick. So might as well enjoy the moment. The blond smiled at her attitude, so care free, innocent, cheery, she was perfect for a partner. Of course Pyrrha was also perfect as a partner too. So either way, he was happy with having them both on his team. Can't forget Yang. Thinking of the blond brawler made him sigh softly. Not wanting Ruby to noticed. The lilac eyed blond was probably still upset with him. Maybe going with her would have helped fix their relationship. Instead he let Neptune go with her.

Or maybe he did the right thing after all. Being away from will help her get some space and vent some steam. He hoped she doesn't take it on poor Neptune. Now Jaune was glad he wasn't with her. Who knows what kind of trouble she can get to. And she was heading to Junior's club again. So it wasn't going to be a pleasant visit with what happened the last time he went with her. Thinking about other things he hoped the others have had better luck than him and his partner. The Arc checked the map on his scroll and it seemed that they were done checking all of the dust shops in the city. Except for any cargo from the SDC. After what happened at the docks, the blond leader doubted the White Fang will attempt another robbery of that scale. But their silence really worried him. Hopefully Blake will find something when she goes to that rally. He hoped any White Fang members don't recognized her being the leader of the Shadow Fang and their enemy.

As they traveled further into the streets, they made it to the central plaza. There was a lot of people gathered. There was something going on, an event maybe. Jaune and Ruby took a better look and saw it was some kind of show, revealing what it looked like the regular models of the military mechanical soldiers. The Arc's eyes widened seeing a hologram of a person behind it. He recognized the young woman with the short white hair, slate blue eyes and the uniform. It was Winter, Weiss's older sister. He remembered when the heiress introduced her to his former JNPR team. What was she doing here. The blond's memory of the original time line was still sharp. The older Schnee arrived to Beacon during the Vytal Festival. They were still weeks away from it. It was Ironwood who came to the school before the start of the Festival. This must be another effect due to this time line being an alternate one. So instead of the General, it was Winter the won who came to Vale.

*The AK130 has been a standard security model of Remnant for several years. And they have done a fine job as the results speak for themselves. However, the kingdom of Atlas is a kingdom of renovation. And fine, well that's just good enough. It's time for a change. For the better.*

Behind the models were two small chambers that opened their gates. Revealing a new models of mechanical soldier. It was completely in white contrary to the old model that was colored gray.

*Let me introduce you. To the Altesian Knight 200.*

The new models crushed the old ones like they were made of paper as the crowd applaused. Jaune admitted those new soldiers were good. But he remembered the invasion, they somehow turned against the military and started attacking everyone. It's like they got reprogrammed.

*Smarter and sleeker. The best way to guarantee your safety and stability. These models will become active later this year, but they won't be alone. As they say we have left the best for last. The Altesian military has always supported the idea of removing men from the dangers of the battle field. But, there are still many situations that it will require. The work of a human. So, our kingdom's greatest minds, in cooperation with the Schnee Dust Company are proud to introduce. The Altesian Paladin.*

Winter's image was replaced by a giant mech that looked very intimidating. Jaune recognized it too from the Vytal invasion. There were so many of those models attacking citizens along huntsmen and huntresses alike. Just like the Altesian Knight. The blond wondered if there was a way to prevent their reprogramming. Because of Cinder gaining the Atlas military fleet they were able to cause more damage and Chaos. It helped bring more Grimm to the city and Beacon. The Arc was lost in thought he was unable to hear the crowd clapping at the new model.

*Unfortunately. We don't have them available for you today. But these latest models will be available within the year. They'll be the ones to defend the borders of our kingdom.*

The people resumed their clapping. They were indeed impressive weapons. But in the wrong hands it could only spelled trouble. Jaune has seen it how the machines turned against their superiors and started wrecking havoc on Vale. And the Grimm made it worse. The irony they were the weapons to protect the people and instead, they ended up being the enemies. They formed part of the downfall of Beacon. Ozpin's words were still ringing in his head. The invasion will happen no matter how hard he tries to prevent it. That's why he was preparing himself and his team to face the coming storm. But what difference will it be. Will it be the same, or worse as stated by the headmaster. The Arc noticed his partner was staring at something that has caught her attention. Was it someone in the crowd.

"What is it?"

"I...I think I see Penny among the crowd" whispered Ruby.

Jaune blinked hearing that. He took a better look at the people present. Blue eyes widened seeing a familiar person wearing sun glasses and a floral hat. But, same attire. It was definitely Penny. Looks like the robot has spotted her friends as she gave a friendly wave to the two. But she did it very secretive way as she didn't wanted anyone to know she was here. The Arc was able to understand what was going on. The girl was a living weapon developed by Atlas. So they believed it was for the best if she doesn't interact with people. An excuse he thought it was stupid. She may be a robot, but she was very close to being a real human being. And he didn't had a problem with it. The blond saw Penny as a friend just like everyone else. Ruby didn't hold back as she gave her friend a hug. She was so happy to see her again. Not to mention she has missed her, not seeing her since the incident at the docks.

"Penny, I'm so happy to see you!"

"Keep your voice down. I am glad to see you again friend Ruby. And friend Jaune too. But we should go somewhere else. Less crowdy."

"Okay. Let's head to the streets" replied the Arc.

Once they were away from the plaza Penny was feeling more relaxed. Jaune understood her. The area where Winter was showing the display of the new model soldiers. There was a lot of security surrounding the place. They were keeping an eye on her. It will explained why she was wearing a hat and sung lasses to concealed her face. It won't be long before they start searching the city. To them, Penny was nothing but a weapon of the Atlas military. But he saw her as more. She was as real as she is. Like any other person. When they were far enough Penny removed the hat and the sun glasses. Smiling at both. It's been a while since she last saw them. Back at the docks. She was so happy to finally have made friends. Jaune decided to asked her about the White Fang and Torchwick while he was at it.

"I wish could help you both. But I don't know anything about those men."

"It's okay Penny. Our investigation isn't an easy one" replied the Arc.

"What happened to you that night at the docks? We were all together and then you just disappeared. Were you kidnapped?" said Ruby.

"Oh no, nothing like that!"

"Well then where did you go?"

"I've never been to another kingdom before. My father asked me not to venture out too far away, but, oh you have to understand, my father loves me very much. He just worries a lot."

"I wonder what kind of person is her creator?" thought the blond.

"Believe me, I know the feeling" the silver eyed girl thought of her older sister and father, mainly the second choice who is over protective of her.

"I think the important thing is, that you're okay. Nothing bad will happen to you, after watching you fight" Jaune smiled at the orange haired girl.

"I did say I'm combat ready" she smiled.

"So where did you go that night?" Ruby pressed on.

"I was taken by people that worked for my father. But most of all" her eyes softened" I, was asked, not to talk to you. Or Jaune, or Pyrrha, or Yang. Anybody really."

"Figures. They don't want their" weapon" to spend time with people. I hate those that will only see her as a robot. What was the point of keeping her secret if she's going to be isolated from everyone else?"

"Was your dad that upset?" asked the red cloak girl.

"No, it wasn't my father…."

"You said you were competing in the tournament" said the Arc" I don't remember you saying which kingdom you're from?"

"I'm from Atlas. I'll be representing Atlas Academy" she chirped getting to a good mood.

"The Atlas military must be the ones that don't want her interacting with anyone."

Suddenly Jaune's eyes narrowed as he saw from the corner of his eye. There were two people following them. Guards. This is the last thing they needed. They must have recognized Penny.

"Guys? We're being followed."

"Oh no" the orange haired girl got worried seeing the guards" I must have been spotted back at the plaza."

"Penny?" Ruby saw her walking off.

"Come on. We're going after her!"

Both ran off after the orange haired girl as they were able to catch up to her. The guards saw them and they were hot on their trail. Jaune immediately summoned a crystal, releasing Celsius. The blond ordered her to create an ice wall covering the alley, where they were running. The ice spirit did as told and casting "Ice Tornado" she created a giant pillar of ice covering the entrance. The guards stopped on their tracks unable to pursued them. Celsius returned to her crystal form vanishing as the Arc thanked her. He saw his partner reaching a street before she tripped in the middle of the street. A van was heading straight her way. The leader running as fast as he could. He wasn't going to make it so he was about to summon another creature to help Ruby. Until Penny got in front of the girl and stopped the van with her bare hands. The silver eyed girl was shocked and so the people that were passing by.

"I actually forgot she's a robot. A robot with superhuman strength."

"Ruby, you okay?" he approached his partner worried.

"I'm fine" she got up gazing at the orange haired girl.

Penny immediately ran off again as the petite went after her followed by Jaune. He noticed the driver of the van was the old man who owns the "From Dust Till Dawn" shop. He also saw the two guards arriving. Looks like they took a detour. But they haven't seen them yet, so it was good. The Arc arrived at another alley seeing both girls have stopped. Near a large thrash bin.

"Penny! Please what is going on? Why are you running? Why are those men after you? How did you do that?!"

"Ruby calm down, you're asking too many questions. Penny, we won't stick our noses where it doesn't belong. So we'll leave before you get into any further trouble."

"What? No, I don't want to leave her!" argued the scythe wielder.

"This is not our business. And have you forgotten that we came here for the investigation? You know find the White Fang and Torchwick?"

"But...But…."

"Wait…?" Penny hesitated a bit" I...I can't. Everything's fine!"

"Stopping a vehicle with your bare hands, that's not fine. Even Yang isn't that strong. Well, except when she uses her semblance. But still. I don't think it should be normal for anyone to do what you just did."

Mentioning the" normal" part made Penny depressed.

"Ruby, we're leaving now."

"I'm not leaving my friend."

"She obviously doesn't want to talk about it. So let's leave it at that. Look at her, she's uncomfortable."

"If something's troubling her I want to help her. I will never abandon my friends. You would do the same thing!"

"Guilty as charged" the blond mentally sighed.

"It's okay Jaune. I really don't want to talk about it. But you and Ruby are the first friends I've made since coming to Vale. No one suppose to know."

"Know what?" asked the red cloak girl.

"Will you guys promise me. You won't tell anyone?"

"I promise."

"Me too" followed the Arc.

"Ruby, Jaune...I'm not a real girl" Penny showed her hands it's like they had pain but behind it they were made of metal.

"Oh."

"Okayyyy…." the Arc did his best like he didn't had a clue.

"Penny, I-I don't understand."

"Most girls are born, but I was made. I'm the world's first synthetic person capable of generating an aura. I'm not real."

"You look pretty real to me. And you're still my friend robot or not" smiled Jaune.

"He's right. Of course you're real. You think just because you got nuts and bolts instead of squishy guts makes you any less real than me or Jaune?"

"I don't, um…."

"What she's saying, she doesn't have a problem with you being a robot. Just like me."

"You two...Are sure taking this extraordinary well."

"You're not like those things we saw at the plaza. You got a heart. And a soul, I can feel it."

"Oh! Oh Ruby!" she hugged the petite" you're the best friend anyone could have!"

"That looks painful" the Arc smirked.

"You too, Jaune!" now the girl was hugging and he felt like his squishy guts were about to leave his body" okay Penny, I get it. Remember, super strength?"

"I can see why your father would want to protect such a delicate flower" the silver eyed girl was obviously being sarcastic.

"I know" the blond was feeling better after that bone crushing hug.

"Oh, he's very sweet. My father's the one that built me! I'm sure you would just love him!"

"Wow, he built you all by himself?"

"Well almost, he had some help from Mr. Ironwood."

"The General?" asked the scythe wielder" wait, is that why those soldiers are after you?"

"They like to protect me too!"

"So we we're running away from them, for nothing?" Jaune raised an eyebrow.

"Pfft. They don't think you can protect yourself?" Ruby felt like laughing.

"They're not sure if I'm ready yet."

"After seeing you at the docks. I'd say they're wrong" said the blond leader.

"One day, it will be my job to save the world. But I still have a lot left to learn. That's why my father let me come to the Vytal Festival. I want to see what it's like in the rest of the world, and test myself in the tournament."

"Penny…." the red cloak petite started, they were supposed to be in a time of peace.

Jaune understood why his partner was hesitating. After telling her about Cinder. She must have had second thoughts about being in peace. Torchwick, the White Fang. There were bad people who wanted to do harm. Who wanted to destroy that peace. The Arc knew of the four maidens and Salem. So the threat was bigger than the young reaper was thinking. The blond suddenly turned the other way and gasped. He saw those two solders again heading their way.

"Check down here!"

"You guys have to hide!"

"Way ahead of you" Jaune took his partner and hid to the closest thing, the thrash bin.

"It's okay you two. They're not bad people. I just don't want you guy to get in trouble" she smiled closing the lid.

"But Penny-"

"Stay quiet" warned her partner.

"There she is!"

"Salutations, officers!"

"Why were you running? And what happened to that girl and boy?"

"What girl and boy? I've been by myself all day."

"You shouldn't cause such a scene."

"Are you okay?"

"Just a scratch."

"Penny, your father isn't going to be happy about this."

"Please, just come with us."

"Yes, sir!"

"Um...Ruby?" Jaune saw something moving in the garbage next to his partner giving a squeak" I think a rat has passed you by."

"Eeekkk!"


Weiss gave a sigh as they arrived at the CCT. She rolled her eyes seeing Nora so excited. More than usual. She was jumping up and down while taking pictures with her scroll. The heiress remembers she was going to behave. Well, she wasn't doing anything wrong. She was happy to be here. Even if it wasn't a social activity. They were doing their part in the investigation. This was no time to be having fun. But the white haired leader decided to let her do what she wants until they entered the communication tower. The Valkyrie was then texting, her partner guessed it was Ren. Who was also in the investigation with Pyrrha. Then she laughed and kept on texting, and laughed again. The Schnee heiress rolled her eyes her partner and the magenta eyed teen had something going on. She knew they were" close" but wasn't sure how close. She finally had about enough as they were about to enter the tower.

"That's enough Nora. It's time to get serious. Put the scroll away."

"I never knew the CCT was so high" the Valkyrie stood in awe gazing at the communication tower.

"You should see the one in Atlas. It's the tallest of them all" she replied proudly.

"Oh! Let's take a picture together in front of the tower!"

"Nora we don't have -" she was cut off as the Valkyrie already had her in the position pointing her scroll in front of them.

"Say cheese!"

"No."

Nora took the photo before pouting" Weiss you didn't smiled. You looked grumpy."

"Don't forget why we're here?"

"The investigation."

"Correct. Now let's enter the CCT so I can make my call."

"Just a minute. Let me post our picture to my Remnantbook account."

The heiress was about to protest before she stood shocked" wait. You have a Remnantbook account?"

"Doesn't everyone?"

"I...Don't have one" she blushed in embarrassment.

"No way! It's okay, I'll help you create one after we're done here. I'm surprised you don't have one though. Aren't you the heiress of a multi million lien dust company?"

"Yes. But I never had the luxury to create an account in the first place" she was still feeling embarrassed.

"I will also post our picture on our official team account."

"There's also a Team WNRB Remnantbook account?" now the white haired girl was really shocked.

"I created it the day we were made a team" replied the happy Nora.

"And why wasn't I informed of this? I'm your partner and most importantly, I'm the leader. Did it ever crossed your mind to let me know" she crossed her arms.

"Guess I forgot" she scratched the back of her head.

"Whatever. Wait, does that mean Team JPRY also has an account?"

"Oh yeah, they do. Yang's the administrator of the page. Cardin's team also have a Remnantbook page."

"I feel...Dumb for knowing all of this now" she thought how long has it been since the team initiation.

"Come on, Weiss! Let's head to the tower!"

"Oh, right wait for me!"

The two teammates entered the tower and it was bigger on the inside than outside. There were many students from different kingdoms wearing their standard school uniform. Nora didn't got distracted with the interior and all the fancy technology. She has read about the Transcontinental Tower. It was first created in Atlas and they wanted the four kingdoms to communicate with each other. It was their gift to the world after the end of the Great War. The Valkyrie followed her partner to one of the elevators. They had business in another floor. The doors closed on the two.

*Welcome to CCT. How may I help you? Said the intercom.

"I'd like to go to the communication room please."

*Absolutely. Could you please place your scroll on the terminal to verify your identity.*

Nora made a mental note almost forgetting that their scrolls were more than just devices to communicate and readers of their aura level. They were also their identifications. Proof that they were students of a huntsman school. It will be very stupid if their ID will be a plastic card similar to lien. The last part made her mentally chuckled. She saw as Weiss did as told and placed her scroll on the camera of the elevator. It made a quick beep, as she put it back.

*Perfect. Thank you Miss Schnee.*

The elevator started moving to the designated floor. The heiress started doing facial expressions. She started smiling slightly, then she changed to smiling brightly. It got the Valkyrie's attention.

"What are you doing?"

"I'm practicing my facial expression when I contact the secretary at the SDC."

"That's silly. Those smiles you were doing now were fake. Why would you greet someone with a fake smile."

"I guess you're right. I'm not good when it comes to putting face. I was making an attempt at being cordial."

"You're a cordial person. But you don't need to show a fake smile to prove it. Just be yourself. The way you are is enough."

The heiress stood in thought before smiling at her partner" thanks. I appreciate the thought Nora."

"No problem. It's not like you will get mad at me for taking your binder."

"What?!" she exploded" I knew it. So it was you. Do you still have it?"

"I do. But it's better if you don't find out what I'm using it for" the Valkyrie gave a nervous smile.

"You're right. I don't want to know. I'll buy a new one."

The elevator made a ding sound reaching it's destination and it's doors opened. The two huntress left seeing a lot of students seated in front of a computer screen talking to other people. They headed towards a desk as a hologram of the secretary appeared.

*Welcome to the Beacon Cross-Continental Transmit Center. How may I help you?*

"I need to make a call to Schnee Company World Headquarters in Atlas."

*Absolutely. If you could head over to Terminal 3, I'll patch you through.*

"Thank you" Weiss gave a true cordial smile before turning to her partner" what about you Nora? Aren't you going to take the chance to call someone at your home?"

"Ren and I have no one to called. We don't have a home to go to."

The white haired leader bit her lip at her mistake. Of course she knew that she and Ren were orphans when they were very young. Ren told her he lost his home when he was young and the Valkyrie was an orphan from the start. So she never knew her family. She actually forgot of that important detail. The hologram of the secretary vanished as Weiss went to the Terminal she was assigned to. Giving a quick glance at Nora, she didn't looked upset. She was her usual self. But maybe she was hiding her feelings. The heiress mentally sighed reminded herself to apologize to her after she makes her call. She got seated as the screen was still black. Suddenly the screen turned appearing a young woman and behind stood the symbol of the Schnee family which is a snowflake. Nora kept watching at the screen while stealing glances at her white haired partner.

*Thank you for calling the Atlas-oh, Miss Schnee. Good afternoon! Would you like to me to patch you through your father?*

"No thank you, I was actually wondering if you could find some files for me."

The Valkyrie noticed how her tone changed when the secretary mentioned her father.

"I've complied a short list" she showed her scroll where the data was in stored, the heiress inserted the device in the slot sending the information to the young woman.

*I see. If you don't mind...What may I ask is this for?*

"School project."

"Hi!" Nora smiled at the secretary" I'm Weiss's partner, nice to meet you!"

"Nora! What are you doing?"

*Um...Hi, pleased to meet you.*

"Just get back and let me finished" scolded the heiress while the Valkyrie smiled in return.

*Anyway. Um, there are some sensitive documents on this list, ma'am.*

"Well then, I'll be sure to treat them with care."

*Right…Very well. The data is being transferred to your scroll now.*

"Wonderful. That will be all then" she was pleased as her scroll beeped telling her the information has been successfully sent to the device.

*Are you sure you wouldn't like me to patch you through your father before you go?*

"Yes, I'm sure."

Once again Nora noticed the changed in her partner's tone at the mentioning of her father.

*Well then, have a nice day.*

The transmission ended as the screen went black again. Weiss stood in thought not wanting to think about her family. She did her part of the investigation and now she possessed the information on the most recent dust robberies done by the White Fang.

"You don't like your father. Do you?"

"Huh?" she turned to her partner" I don't know what you're-"

"You obviously don't get along with him. I bet he's a real jerk isn't he?"

"That's...Putting it lightly."

"Wow, so he's a horrible person like an asshole?"

"Nora!" the heiress scolded at the curse word before her features softened" I suppose...I mean, he's very strict and hardly pays any attention to me. He wanted me to attend Atlas Academy but I refused and in return he got angry."

"With a father like that, no wonder you chose to go to Beacon. You wanted to be far away from him. Sorry for putting my nose where it doesn't belong."

"It's all right. Anyone can tell from a simple glance, when it comes to my father. My relationship with him isn't the best. But also, I'm sorry Nora. I forgot about you and Ren not having a family. I should have been more careful speaking of your past. It is a personal topic not to bring anywhere."

"No biggie, we all make mistakes. You're still my best friend."

"And you're still my wacky partner" Weiss smiled" but anyway. We got the information we need. Time to head back."

"Roger!"


In another part of the city Pyrrha and Ren weren't doing that good. They have walked for so long asking people after people for anything about the White Fang. Humans as well as faunus. But none of them knew anything. They were only familiar with what was said in the news. That the dust robberies were connected to the faunus group. They even went with children and the elderly but so far, no success. They knew the investigation wasn't going to be easy. After hours of traveling, the duo decided to head to the Police Station. Maybe they will have better luck there. After arriving at the station they talked to the receptionist explaining their situation. They had to show their scrolls proving their identification as students of Beacon. What surprised the two that apparently, the headmaster allowed them to conduct this investigation as a special school project. Which it was very strange. Meaning, that Ozpin must know of they're doing even when they didn't tell him a word.

The receptionist lead the two students to one of the officers who are investigating the dust robbery case. The receptionist told him their purpose for being here. So the police officer was more than glad to help them with any information. Most of it, they already knew. About the wanted criminal Roman Torchwick involved with the faunus group and everything they have stolen is dust. They weren't interested in taking money. But at the same time with the amount of dust they're collecting, they can earn a lot of lien from it. Was that their plan. Steal so much dust so they can sell it to the highest bidder. Another theory that they wanted to drain the supply of dust so it gets harder to find. Making buyers to spend more money on it. At least that's what Ren thought. In the end they didn't got much on the White Fang, neither possible locations for their hideout. The investigation wasn't a success.

"Hope the others are doing better than us" said Ren.

"Yes. It was worth the try. You're idea was still good."

"How's Jaune feeling?" the magenta eyed teen asked out of the blue.

"He's doing better than I thought. He always gets back on his feet" Pyrrha kept a reassuring smile.

"You know what I mean. I'm talking about his emotional and mental state. After what he went through. Anyone wouldn't be the same."

"He's trying hard, to act normal. I've seen it and so is Ruby and Yang. But I'm sure he's still suffering from that horrible experience."

"Any PTSD?"

"I think so. But he's doing a pretty good job hiding it. He's been having nightmares and he rarely sleeps. I talked to the others in wanting to help him. But you know Jaune, he doesn't want others worrying over him."

"If he's hiding it. His condition could be worse than I thought. Have you tried talking to the headmaster about it?"

"I did. Well, all three of us did. We told him he might need counseling or psychological help. But Professor Ozpin believes he's in the right state of mind to continue his work as a huntsman in training."

"That sounds very irresponsible from his part" Ren stood in thought.

"I know. I can't imagine what Jaune might be feeling. He was kidnapped, missing for five days and he was tortured by the commander of the White Fang. We're all worried for his condition. We want to help him in any way."

"It's understandable. I would like to help as well. Jaune's my friend too."

"Thank you Ren. I appreciate it" smiled the red head.

The scroll of the magenta eyed teen suddenly rang, getting a text. Opening his device he read the message" it's from Weiss. She says she's done and she'll be waiting for us at the meeting point."

"Then let's get going."


Yang parked her bike a few kilometers from the Klub. This time, she was being cautious. After attacking Junior and his place two times she knew, the night club owner will be prepare. They say third time's the charm. And it seems her intuition was right. In front of the entrance stood four large men she didn't recognized. They definitely weren't Junior's usual goons. They looked strong and their attire was similar to what a professional huntsman would wear. Usually the blond brawler wouldn't worried and she will go with the plan to charge in and ask questions later. This time, she made an exception. She will have to think. Those guys didn't looked like pushover. Did Junior hired huntsmen to protect his club. If they were experienced, she was screw. Though Neptune was with her, she didn't know how good he was in a fight. They needed to play this one safe. None of the reckless choices that she will picked.

The Klub was obviously opened as Yang noticed they were letting people entered. They were showing their identification. Especially those, that were in the VIP section. She missed the good old days when she could just entered as she pleased and start punching people. She and Jaune made a pretty good team that one time. The brawler needed to get in and asked the man. Junior was her only lead on the White Fang and probably Torchwick. He didn't knew a thing about the whereabouts of her mother. But he must know about scumbags and a terrorist group. What to do now. The lilac eyed blond wasn't one to think things through or come up with a plan. That was Jaune's job. Looking behind her and saw the blue haired teen, her light bulb was on. As she actually had an idea. And it wasn't a reckless one. At least, that's what she thought. But she was going to need her new buddy's help to pull it off.

"That must be a very famous spot to have security that tight" said Neptune.

"It didn't. Only a bunch of amateurs that were hardly a challenge. But those guys over there may be different. It won't be easy getting in."

"So the owner went with an upgrade?"

"Don't blame him. It's my fault, I kinda...Wrecked his place, twice."

"You're a troublemaker?" the blue haired teen stood shocked.

"If I want to be. But now, it's different. I know the owner must have some sort of information on what we want to know."

"If you have a plan. I'd be more willing to listen."

"I do, actually. I need you to keep those guys busy. Just talk to them no fighting. While you do that. I'll sneak in the back. Junior will never expect me going to his back entrance."

"I can do that. But those guys don't look like the talkative type to me."

"Just come up with anything. Make sure to keep their attention on you while I sneak pass them."

"Got it" the blue haired teen gave her his flashy smile.

Neptune went ahead walking towards the Klub while Yang watching from a safe distance. The four men have immediately seen the blue haired teen who was giving them a friendly wave.

"Evening, fellas. What's up?"

"Identification?" asked one of them.

"Sure, here you go" he gave them his scroll.

They used a small device to scanned it.

"You must be eighteen or older to enter. Leave."

"I know. I'm not here for the party inside. I'm just been wondering about you guys. You guys are awesome, your muscles. You have to tell me what kind of secret training you went through."

While Neptune was running his mouth Yang saw the chance to slipped by. She gave him a smile and a thumbs up she went through the alley. Heading to the back of the Klub.

"Mission success. Now to keep talking."

"Are you guys new employees or something?"

"Nah. The owner of this joint is paying us to keep a certain someone from entering."

"So you are hired hands?"

"Mercenaries" corrected one of the men.

"Cool. You know I'm training to become a huntsman but I've been thinking lately. Maybe I want more, maybe the life of a mercenary is more suited for me."

"Whatever kid. The job pays depending on the client. This one's a bit on the cheaper side."

The blue haired teen nodded giving a friendly smile" say...Can I have your autograph?"


Yang smiled to herself. Neptune did a good job distracting those bodyguards. Looks like they were all muscles and no brains. She grinned reaching the back of the dance club. The brawler could hear the loud techno music coming from inside. Checking the back door of the place and no surprise it wasn't locked. Junior was truly predictable. He really thought she was going to show up through the front like the last two times. Carefully, she closed the door before entering. She was now in the storage room. Where they keep all drinks, glasses, tables, seats, everything needed for a night club. The music was getting louder as she approached a door. It might lead her to the bar section where Junior is. Some of the bottles caught her attention. Lilac eyes widened reading the label that said" Strawberry Sunrise". The blond brawler still hadn't had the drink yet. Maybe she should take the chance now.

"Damn it! Who's turn was it to bring back more bottles?!"

Yang softly gasped as she hide behind a shelf that was storing bottles. Taking a peek it was Junior. The owner didn't looked happy as he started searching through the storage room.

"Where the hell is it? Usually this is Melanie and Miltia's job when they weren't kicking someone's ass. I sure miss those two. The Klub hasn't been the same without them."

The brawler grinned. This was the perfect chance to take him and make him talked. He was alone. She needed to make sure he doesn't screamed. Even with the loud music, his new men might be able to hear him. Once his back was turned the blond went for it. In a quick movement she had Junior strained by his arms while covering his mouth. His eyes widened in shock seeing her again.

"Easy Junior. Believe me when I say I'm not here to fight. I'm not here to destroy your club for the third time. I just need information. Information that you might have. Don't try to call out to your new buddies. Or this time…."

She slightly touched his crotch with her knee" you won't have to worry of any future children. Are we clear?"

He only nodded in return.

"Good. Now, I'm going to remove my hand and you better talk in a regular volume or else" Yang removed her hand.

"Can't you just leave me the hell alone? It was enough that you beat up my men and trashed my club not once, but twice. Now you have to come again?"

"Like I said. I only came here for information."

"Like the picture of that woman you showed me? Or your blondy boyfriend gone missing? You ended up making a mess of my business. You will do it again."

"I won't Junior. You have my word. If you give me the information. I promise, I'll leave. And I won't bother you again."

"You promise?" the owner stood dumbfounded.

"I promise. You must know something about the White Fang or Roman Torchwick right?"

"Well…." Junior paused for a moment" I don't know where they are. But I did overheard that they've been busy. They stole some high class tech equipment, weapons. All that crap."

"How high class tech?"

"Very. Like, Atlas type class high tech. They must be planning something big if they got their hands on the good stuff. I also heard that they're currently searching for some people. No names were given but they did mentioned the leader of the Shadow Fang."

"Blake…." Yang was shocked, it was no surprise the White Fang will be looking for her.

"Whatever they're planning. It must involve the leader of that group."

"If that's true then…." lilac eyes widened in shock "the White Fang rally. It could be a trap and they're probably expecting her to show up there. I have to warn her!"

Just before the blond brawler took her scroll Junior tossed it away. He took a small device from his pocket and pressed a red button. An alarm was now sounding throughout the entire Klub.

"I made some renovations the last time you destroyed it. A remote control to activate the fire alarm. Because I told my new friends as you call them. When I activate the fire alarm it will mean you're here. So they know already. You're not leaving my club this time blondy."

"You always have to choose the hard way. Don't you?" she activated Ember Celica.


Outside of the Klub people were leaving, running and screaming as the alarm was being heard throughout the streets. The four men guarding the front entrance have taken their weapons. Knowing exactly what it meant.

"I guess this means the plan went south."

Neptune has taken his weapon trident taking the chance the mercenaries had their backs turned. Usually he was more of a fair fighter. But this time, he couldn't risk it. The blue haired teen attacked them while using some lighting dust on his weapon, stunning them. After knocking them out he went to the building. People were still running panicked. Entering he actually complimented the place. It looked nice for a dance club. He spotted Yang running and fighting more mercenaries. The blue haired teen changed his weapon to it's rifle mode and fired at them. The blond brawler saw him coming to her aid and gave him a thumbs up. Both reunited facing the odds as more of the hired men were arriving surrounding them. Yang fired her gauntlets and Neptune fired his rifle. They kept doing that until moving to another location near the bar. Junior was with the group, glaring at the blond.

"I bet you weren't expecting it was going to turned out like this?" asked the blue haired teen.

"I had a feeling it was going to end up like this" Yang gave a cheeky grin.

"Give it up blondy!" shouted the owner holding his bat" there's nowhere to go. And I also called the cops. They'll be here in a matter of minutes. So you and your blue friend are taking a trip to a nice comfy cell!"

"I need you to buy me some some time. I had to get my scroll and call Blake. I think she's in danger."

"You want me to take on all of these guys by myself?!" Neptune was shocked, he was a capable fighter but he wasn't that good.

"Find a way! Blake's life could be at stake."

"Okay. I'll cover you, hurry!" he fired his rifle.

"Thanks!" she ran off heading to the storage room while firing her gauntlets.


As leader of the Shadow Fang Blake has gained a sixth sense. Maybe, a seventh one. And right now, both were telling her that this wasn't right. She and Sun arrived at the right coordinates where the White Fang rally taking place. Along with her faunus senses. Everything was telling her something was off. Walking the alley where the entrance of the building stood. There were no faunus. First sign that something was awfully wrong. The raven haired girl signaled the monkey faunus to stay quiet as she took her weapon. He did the same. Though the lights of the building were on, Blake still couldn't shake her bad feeling. And it get worse when they entered the place. It was empty. Not a single faunus could be seen. This wasn't right, she was sure her sources told her this was the right spot where the rally was going to take place.

"Are we in the wrong place?"

"No. These are the correct coordinates."

"Maybe we arrived too early" suggested the monkey faunus.

Blake didn't replied but her scroll rang, opening the device and recognizing the number of one of her friends" Yang, what's wrong?"

*The rally's a trap! Get out of there!*

In seconds both faunus were suddenly surrounded by members of the White Fang armed with assault rifles. Others with swords. The raven haired girl glared. She was so stupid and naive to think everything will go fine. Of course they will expect her to come to one of their rallies. It was a suicide move. There was no time to be regretting her choices. There was no way she and Sun will be able to take on so many. A new figure emerged from the group of armed faunus. Amber eyes narrowed at the sight of Adam. She still hasn't ended the call with Yang and she could hear gun fire and fighting noises. Looks like the blond brawler was dealing with her own troubles. She ended the call never taking her eyes off the faunus in black. This was different from the time at the docks. She had her people to back her up along her teammates and team JPRY. But now, it was just her and the monkey faunus. They were at the commander's mercy.

"So glad you could join us, my love."

"I have nothing else to say to you" she glared.

"It was so predictable that you will try to come here. Just to get information. Or maybe...You wanted to see me?"

"Adam. The only thing I feel when I see you is pity."

"Your words flattered me. In case you wondered. We know the locations of your friends. The ones that aided you at the docks."

Amer eyes widened so he thought ahead. Coming here was truly a mistake.

"What are we gonna do?" muttered Sun.

"We're not getting captured. So we make a run for it."

"If we can."

"Seize them" Adam ordered his men" I want Blake alive. Do what you wish with the other one."

They started attacking the ones that were closer to them. They fired their rifles as Blake used her semblance to avoid the heavy fire. Sun did the same, but he summoned four of them in golden color. Their goal was to leave this place and get to safety. The raven haired beat a couple of masked members reminding herself that they needed to warn the others. Who will Adam sent to handle both teams. She saw the commander unsheathing his sword. Looks like he wanted to give involved. The cat faunus signaled for Sun to followed her out of the building. They barely escaped with their lives while being chased down with fire from their rifles. Blake could hear Adam yelling angrily to go after them and not to let them escape. Some of the faunus caught up to them not giving them a choice but to fight them off. They ran through the streets while still being chased.

Sun summoned his clones again to handle their chasers. Until he saw something that caught his attention. As they arrived near a tavern they saw a man about to leave hoping on his bike. The monkey faunus signaled Blake that they were going to hitched a ride. Or more precise, still the man's ride to get away. The raven haired faunus didn't like the idea of stealing someone's vehicle. But they didn't had a choice. Adam wasn't going to stop until they're found. Using his long tail took the young man's keys, getting on the bike with the amber eyed faunus getting seated behind. The man was shocked and angry as they turned on his bike and left him. After this, they hoped the White Fang were no longer chasing them. Blake looked behind, there was nothing. Looks like they did it. Her eyes widened a truck blocked the road and White Fang members were ahead firing bazookas at them. Both jumped out of the way as the bike got hit and exploded.

"I thought we lost them" panted the monkey faunus.

"Same" the cat faunus turned to all the masked members walking towards them, she took Gambol Shroud once more" we don't have a choice but to fight."

"A hundred against two. I like those odds" Sun was obviously being sarcastic.

"I hope the others are doing all right" Blake glared at the ones who were about to fired another bazooka round.


Weiss, and Nora were able to meet up with Pyrrha and Ren at their spot, at the town square. The two teams gave their reports about their investigation. Neither of the two did good. Not enough information or anything new that will lead them to know more about the White Fang or the criminal Roman Torchwick. Just when they were planning to contact the others they were met by quite a sight. A giant mech speed towards them. Weiss didn't recognized the model. But she had a feeling it was built by Atlas engineers. So it must be a new prototype. But the Schnee heiress asked herself the following question. What was it doing here and why did it came to attacked them. All four had to dodged it's punches. It fired machine gun along with missiles. Showing the mech having some serious fire power. It was also fast so the four teens were forced to fight it not knowing of it's intentions.

Pyrrha used her semblance stopping the giant robot in it's tracks. Nora used her semblance charging her hammer hitting it hard, damaging it. Weiss used her glyphs to moved rapidly and changed Myrtenaster with lightning dust, causing more damage. Ren followed firing Storm Flower then slashing at it. They kept repeating the same combo doing a good job putting the mech in it's place. However, the red head was starting to get tired. Using her semblance on something so big, drains a lot of her aura. She couldn't hold on anymore so she eventually let the mech go. Weiss ordered Nora to keep attacking it with her semblance and add her grenades from her weapon. Also to teamed up with Ren while she will protect the red head champion from any attacks. Any fire from the robot were being blocked by the white haired leader's glyphs. It was being overpowered by the four until it released a large cannon from it's chest. It was about to fire.

"Everyone, get behind me!" shouted Weiss.

The Altesian Paladin fired the powerful ray. Focusing all of her aura on this one glyph. It was bigger and able to withstand the mighty blast. But the ray turns out to be stronger than the heiress thought and it destroyed the glyph, sending her along with the others to the ground. She took most of the hit and was unconscious. Ren and Nora checked on their leader. She was breaking, but she didn't looked good. Pyrrha threw Milo in javelin mode damaging the Paladin, then she threw Akouo while using her semblance once more to retrieved the weapons. Just because she was low on aura. It didn't meant she was out of the fight. The giant mech was about to fired it's main cannon again. Only this time the Valkyrie used her weapon firing grenades that destroyed it. But it's other weapons were still active. It started firing it's machine gun and missiles. Nora used her semblance with her hammer she took out the missiles.

Suddenly a white Deathstalker using it's tail stinger pierced the armor of the Paladin like it was made out of paper. That was enough to put it's systems offline. The three stood in shocked, seeing a Grimm here in the city. The ice Grimm finished the mech destroying it with it's pincers. The creature has suddenly vanished as the pilot of the robot emerged. It was the White Fang lieutenant. But he didn't got the chance to go too far as he pinned by a white Beowulf. Pyrrha, Ren and Nora were in awe at how a Grimm could appeared just like that. While the high ranking faunus was still being pinnned. A new figured arrived. Winter walked calm as her eyes were fixed on her younger sister. She saw everything since the fight started. She was arguing with herself to interfere. But now she knew she made the right call. The three looked like they were reaching their limit. The older Schnee checked on the girl, she was all right. Just unconscious.

"Do not be alarmed" the Specialist turned to the ice Beowulf keeping the White Fang lieutenant prisoner" the police is on the way."

"Thank you" Pyrrha felt so relief.

"You all did admirably. But I'd say my sister did quite a better performance."

"Sister?" Nora blinked no wonder the woman looked so much like her partner.

"Winter Schnee. I represent the Atlas military."


Jaune was panicking. At first he thought this day was going to be smooth. They didn't got any leads on the White Fang or Torchwick. Until it got dark. So he was asking himself. How a day of investigation turned out with being chased by a giant robot. The Arc and Ruby were currently flying on Red Eyes while the mech was still following them. It fired it's missile while the black dragon dodged and countered with his fire balls. But the mech seems to have fire proof armor on. Making the dragon's attacks useless. That really pissed off Red Eyes calling the robot a cheater. The blond leader was running out of ideas. He was starting to worried about the others. If they were in this pickle, then who knows what they were going through. The Altesian Paladin kept firing it's missiles with machine gun fire until it hit the dragon on it's left wing. Red Eyes as he didn't had a choice but to crash land. Ruby used her semblance to get her partner to safety.

"Son of a bitch!"

"Red Eyes, you okay?!" said the worried Arc.

"No! I'm not okay! This hurts like a bitch!"

"Go back and rest. You did a good job."

"Sorry for screwing up…."

"You didn't" he shook his head as the dragon returned to his crystal form and vanished.

"What are we gonna do?" asked the silver eyed girl.

*Awww….Is that all the big mean dragon had to offered?* Said a very familiar voice coming from the giant robot.

"That sounds like…."

"Torchwick" Ruby glared.

*In the flesh-well, not exactly. But I am here. And I must say this sight is very nostalgic.*

The two gazed around they saw From Dust Till Dawn. The old shop keeper has closed the store and was already hiding away.

*This is where we first met. When you two ruined a perfectly planned dust robbery.*

"Should we feel sorry that we did the right thing?" Jaune turned to his partner with a sly smirk while she giggled.

*You soon will be. This is as far as you go.*

"Ruby. Used your semblance. Attack it's joints and legs. See if you can bring it down. I'll cover you."

"Roger" the petite readied Crescent Rose.

In a swirl of rose petals the young reaper attack the lower-half of the Paladin. While Jaune charged attacking the upper section. He dodged gun fire and missiles. He needed a stronger weapon so he sheathed Crocea Mors and changed it to it's Great Sword form. It seemed his plan was working as the robot was getting staggered. Between the two they were showing the Paladin what teamwork was all about. That is, until Torchwick decided to play smart ass. In the mech's cockpit he was grinning pressing a button. The giant robot was now covered by a yellow force field. Afterwards, their attacks weren't doing anything. The Arc glared, it's like the mech had aura protecting itself against any attacks. He told Ruby to regrouped with him. They could hear the thief laughing from inside the Paladin. If they don't think of something fast, they might not make it. Another laughed from Torchwick as he prepared the weapons on his robot.

*It looks like your luck has run out for you Mr. Hero and his red side kick.*

"She's my partner."

"Uh...Isn't that the same thing?" asked the petite.

*This baby is packed with the latest Atlas has to offered. This shield is ever lasting and it can withstand any kind of attack. So basically, your weapons are useless.*

"Fine. If that's how it's going to be. Then I'll have to use brute force. Ruby, get back. I'll handle this."

"You're going to summon Behemoth King?!" the petite was so hyped.

"The one and only."

The blond summoned the crystal that belongs to the beast. As it shattered, the roared of the Behemoth was heard as it was summoned to the battle field. Jaune ordered the creature not to hold back and take down that mech. Behemoth King obeyed and went with it's Heave charge attack. The Palading was sent flying hitting the ground. To his shocked, it was getting back up. With no damage, the force field was still there and Torchwick was laughing. The beast went again but this time, the Paladin was able to grabbed it's horn and threw it as it smashed part of the street from it's weight. The thief kept on laughing mocking the strength of the summon. That was when Jaune told him to go all out. Behemoth King went on two legs and removed his horn showing his weapon. The mighty saw. It clashed with the force field of the Paladin while he has shown he had greater strength. Able to pushed back the mech. The thief wasn't laughing anymore. Ruby was cheering for the beast summon.

Now the tide has changed to the Arc's favor with his summon pushing back the Altesian Paladin. Though it wasn't clear if the large beast was causing any damage to the robot. He has proven to be stronger than the Atlas weapon. From inside the cockpit of the mech Torchwick didn't looked worried. He should be afraid he was being beaten. This is why he wanted to pilot this model. It was more advanced than the one the White Fang lieutenant picked. It was time to show this model's secret weapon. The chest of the Paladin opened revealing a large cannon. The thief locked on it's big target and fired the blast that hit Behemoth King right in the center. The summon was sent to the ground and it was hurt bad. So bad, it changed back to his crystal form. Jaune couldn't believed that thing was able to beat the Behemoth. That was one heck of a weapon it was packing.

*Did I forgot to mention. It's equipped with a powerful laser cannon? Sorry, my bad.*

"What are we going to do?" asked Ruby.

"We can't take him on our own. We'll have to run and call for the others."

"I already tried calling Yang, she's not answering. Blake said she was fine that she had help from the Shadow Fang against a trap set by the White Fang. I haven't called Pyrrha yet."

"We'll use their GPS to track them down."

"Look out! It's going to fire again!" said the red cloak girl.

It was too quick and Jaune reacted by his instincts. Removing Crocea Mors to normal mode. He used the shield to protect his partner and himself. The blast hit them but the shield wasn't strong enough and both got sent flying, hitting the ground. The Arc was hurt, immediately he turned to Ruby. She was unconscious. Dragging himself ignoring the pain from his injury, he went to checked on the girl. She was breathing. Looks like the shock wave from the blast made her lose conscious. The Altesian Paladin was still standing and now, he was on his own.

*It's a real shame when the time comes to say goodbye. But what the heck, I'm the bad guy. I won't miss either of you* Torchwick was ready to fire the cannon again.

"Carrying Ruby will be a problem because of my injury. Damn. I'd rather lose to Cinder than Torchwick."

"You can't win, you can't run either. You have to fight…."

"It's you again" the Arc remembered the voice from the unknown summon" what do you want now?"

"The time has come to show me in you are worthy of my power. But my power comes with a risk."

"Look, if you want to help me then I'll summon you. Enough with the cryptic crap."

"Very well. I did warned you."

the summoning crystal has finally appeared as Jaune used his aura to break it. Once it was shattered he felt a powerful presence has entered him. It took over his entire body. Torchwick stood shocked at what he has just seen, stopping all actions. Expecting to see the blond teen. Now stood, someone else, or maybe something else. It was a figure clad in black armor that covered his entire body. The helmet had the shape of a wolf. The armor itself was emitting a lot of power.

"What happened? The pain...It stopped. I was hurt but now, it's gone. What kind of summon is this?"

"One that becomes one with you. I am the Berserker Armor."

"Berserker Armor…?"

"Now prove to me you're worthy. Feel my power."

Jaune's eyes widened as he felt something powerful and evil taking a hold of him. It was driving him crazy. His eyes were glowing red as he was still holding Crocea Mors. He grabbed the shield and changed the weapon to Great Sword mode.

*What's with that old chunk of armor? An upgrade? Obviously Torchwick had idea what he was dealing with now.

"Foolish human. You're not dealing with Jaune anymore."

The thief fired the powerful laser again hitting a building, crushing it completely. But there was no sign of the armored figure. It appeared right in front of him before cutting it's mechanical arms. Then he disappeared again and cut the laser cannon.

*What the-?!* now he was scared as the mech's systems were failing.

Another swing from the sword and the two legs were sliced off. The Paladin before the black armored fiend went to the area of the cockpit and opened it so easily. Like it was a can opener. It revealed Torchwick looking scared, ready to crap his pants. He couldn't react in time as he was being grabbed by his neck. Making him unable to breathe. Not too far away Ruby was finally waking up. The first thing her silver eyes saw was a person clad in black armor with a wolf for a helmet and he was holding the criminal Roman Torchwick like he was ready to take his life.

"What's going on? What happened to the giant robot? And who's that holding Torchwick?"

Her eyes widened "Jaune?! Where is he?!"

The red cloak petite was looking for any signs of her partner. But she couldn't find him.

"S-S-Stop…." Torchwick was gasping for air.

"Your life is meaningless and pathetic. It will be so easy to take it away."

"Jaune!"

The armored fiend turned to the source calling his master. Ruby stood still as she was able to put two and two together. It must be some new summon. Yet, he ignored her and went back to hurt the thief.

"What are you doing?! Stop! You're going to kill him! We don't want him dead!"

"Y-You...S-Should listen to red…."

The Berserker Armor threw him to the ground as he readied the Great Sword Crocea Mors. He stabbed Torchwick on his right shoulder making the man cried out in agony. The black armored removed the sword and this time he was planning to land the killing blow. Just as he was about to lunge the weapon. It clashed with another one. Crescent Rose. The armored turned to the red cloak petite. Silver eyes meeting glowing crimson orbs. Ruby didn't wanted to believe it that somehow, someway. This new summon has taken over her partner's body and mind. What kind of summon would do that. She has seen his other summons and they weren't that bad. They were actually good. But this one, it was different. It felt evil. She tried to pushed him back but it was impossible. The way her scythe clashed with the Great Sword the strength was insane. It was so strong.

"Jaune...If you're in there, please...Don't do this. I know you don't want to kill him."

"Do not get in my way!"

Berserker Armor sent the girl flying with it's inhuman strength as it gazed back at the horrified Torchwick. He was planning of finishing him off.

"NEO!"

The girl with the parasol appeared and gasped seeing her partner in crime in such a horrible state. Then gazing at the person in the black armor made her looked afraid. She quickly grabbed Torchwick and teleport away.

"Get back here coward!"

The black armor turned to a new target. Ruby, who was starting to get up. He charged at her at impressive speed lunging the sword right at her throat. Before the weapon clashed with another scythe. It was different looking Crescent Rose.

"Uncle Qrow!" she rejoiced at her savior.

"Ruby, get out of here now!"

"But…."

"The kid isn't himself. This new summon of his has over powered his mind. He can't tell friend from foe. It has lost his mind and only wants to kill by sheer impulse. He's gone Berserk."

"No, Jaune…."

"If you don't leave now. He will kill you. He already attempted to do it."

"No."

"Don't make me repeat myself. He's too dangerous!"

"Jaune. If you're in there then please, stop! Don't let this thing control you!"

The black armored pushed back the scythe master and has changed target. Now he wanted a piece of Qrow. But started clashing weapons and the Branwen was impressive. Not just his strength, but speed, and agility. It was beyond human or faunus. This was definitely not an opponent you would want to fight. The chances are were very high no one could survive fighting whatever this thing is. Even with his semblance he was having a hard time landing a successful blow on it.

"Jaune listen to my voice! It's me your partner. I know you can hear me. I know you're stronger than this piece of junk armor. Don't let this thing win!" Ruby was trying to reasoned with the Arc.

While Qrow and the fiendish armor were still fighting sirens could be heard in the distance. Ruby saw a large group of Police cars arriving to their location. As the officers left their vehicles. They weren't alone. She saw Pyrrha, Nora, Ren, Weiss, Blake and Sun. No sign of Yang or Neptune yet. The Police has immediately set their weapons at the figure in black armor who was a threat.

"Ruby!" called the red head champion" what is going on?!"

"It's Jaune. He's not himself. His new summon took over him and now he has lost control!"

"No…." Pyrrha was shocked at the revelation.

"We have to do something" said the white haired leader.

"Stand back, Weiss. You're still recovering. I shall handle this" Winter was chuckling mentally who would think she will end up helping Qrow Branwen" officers stand down! Do not open fire. This one seems to be worse than any criminal or Grimm."

The older Schnee summoned an ice King Taijitu as the snake wrapped it's body all over the black armor, freezing it saving Qrow.

"Never thought, I'd be thanking you ice queen. I was in quite a bind."

"Be quiet. Or you'll be next" she glared at him.

"Whatever you say" he grinned.

But the Berserker armor wasn't going down that easily as it freed itself, shattering the ice. The Police opened fire with their guns but they weren't even laying a scratch on the suit of armor.

"Jaune!" Pyrrah ran at him.

"Wait!" followed her silver eyed teammate.

"Ruby! I told you to stay away from him. It's not Jaune!" said the Branwen.

The black armor changed target again lunging at the two girls. He quickly dodged attacks from both Qrow and Winter and were ready to kill them. Before the Great Sword were mere inches from them, he suddenly stopped.

"What is going on? What's happening…?" Jaune was shocked seeing the horrified expressions on his two teammates and everyone else" what just happened? Did I...No, I don't want this. Stop! Stop! Let me go!"

"I was right. You're not worthy of my power."

"STOP!"

"Stoooooooppppppppp!" shouted Jaune from inside the armor.

"Jaune!" shouted Ruby and Pyrrha.

The Berserker armor has suddenly removed itself. Revealing the Arc. It changed back to a crystal before vanishing. The blond fell on the ground unconscious. His two teammates along team WNRB and Sun were checking on him.

"He's all right. He only has a minor injury. Nothing aura can heal" said Ren.

"Tonight was really a mess" said Blake" Sun and I we're able to survived all those members of the White Fang if it weren't for Tukson arriving with reinforcements. I'm just glad everyone's all right."

"This has been a very eventful evening" said Winter.

"Tell me about it. I guess we can actually agreed on something ice queen" Qrow ignored the glared the white haired woman was giving him as he walked towards his niece.

"Ruby. I know you're worried about the kid. But there's something you should know about Yang."

"Yang? Oh yeah, where is she?" the red cloak girl realized her older sister was missing.

"And where's Neptune too?" added Sun.

"They're in jail" was his reply.

"Oh" Ruby replied somehow it didn't surprised her.


To be continued

-Well this has been an eventful evening indeed. Full of twists going to different ways than in canon. Blake and Sun were saved by the Shadow Fang in the last second, Yang and Neptune got arrested for attacking Junior's club again, Weiss chose to put herself in harm's way to protect her teammates and finally Jaune went through another traumatic experience. I hope you have enjoy this chapter.

-I wanted to include Winter and Qrow showing up in the last moment like a super hero.

-Jaune's seventh summon has been revealed. The mysterious summon is none other than the Berserker Armor from the anime/manga Berserk. It will categorized in this story as a fiend type.

-For those that don't know about the Berserker Armor here's the info I found at the wiki page of it's abilities. For those that are curious and like to read:

*The Berserker Armor's ominous od overtakes its wearer's mind, suppressing their fear and perception of pain.[1] This allows for the transcendence of subconscious limitations placed on the human body, granting its wearer extraordinary gains in strength and endurance coupled with an inhuman tenacity for battle. In this empowered state, its wearer is more than a match for typically-overwhelming supernatural creatures. The armor also temporarily repairs debilitating injuries in the heat of battle: reinforcing broken bones and forcibly reallocating dislocated joints, while simultaneously piercing the flesh of its wearer with thin barbs and spikes in the process. Such invasive reparation can lead to its wearer's untimely death, however; piercing into and reconstructing their injuries until their last drop of blood.[4]Rather than actually healing its wearer, the armor heals itself when pierced by powerful thrust attacks.

In addition to the perilous nature of the armor, it can induce raging insanity, by drawing out its wearer's most negative emotions, therefore dissolving the differentiation between friend and foe.[5] It can also cause chronic mental deterioration, providing a hotbed for its wearer's inner darkness to fester.[6] Upon inducing such rage, the armor's helm takes on the appearance of its wearer's inner beast. In Guts' case, the helmet and bevor are shaped like the Beast of Darkness; able to function as a mouth capable of biting enemies. When the armor is active, the helm's eye sockets glow red and Guts' face is completely obstructed; if in control of himself, however, the swordsman's face is partially visible and the helm's eye sockets stop emitting their red glow.

-The part of the helmet changing shape depending on the users inner beast. For Jaune I chose a wolf. I know it's cliché. But wolves are noble and will do anything to protect it's pack or family. It perfectly describes Jaune's nature of wanting to protect his friends and everyone around him.

-If you read the abilities of the Berserker Armor then you know it's freaking OP. Now I don't favor OP power ups. But I wanted to add this one as part of his summons. Torchwick got wounded bad but he's lucky to stay alive if Neo hadn't come to get him out of there. He would have been dead. Qrow and Winter wouldn't have lasted long no matter how experienced and skilled are. However, there is a drawback and like all summons there's a time limit to remain on the field. Jaune can use his aura to buy his summons more time. But that's it. If he doesn't do it then they go back. After what happened with Berserker Armor I doubt he'll be counting on it. His first time summoning and it became a horrible experience. He would have ended up killing both Ruby and Pyrrha.

-I hope you guys got the "Berserk" reference when Qrow said Jaune has gone berserk.

-There are only 3 summons left you guys are always welcome to guess ^_^.

-I have come up with Jaune's theme. Obviously it's not a Jeff and Cassie Williams song. But it belongs to a heavy metal band I've been listening a lot lately. The song is called" Roar of the Underdog" by Dynazty. I listened to it so many times and read the lyrics and they perfectly fit Jaune's desire and determination to do the right thing. Not to mention, he's the underdog arch type in the series. You can watch the lyric video and hear the song at youtube.

-Replying to reviews and PM's:

*acw28- nice theory but like I said it's still to be seem the identity of the" mole" in Cinder's faction.

*Vanitas50- You guessed wrong on the mysterious summon but I like I have previously stated. The mole's identity will be kept a secret for the time being.

*NinjaFang1331- thank you I hope you continue to enjoy the story.

*Dcraus- here's the problem I have friend. I've been having a hard time getting inspiration to write any AGK stories. It has nothing to do that the manga ended a long time ago. I can't even update my Vesperia/AGK crossover. It's all about inspiration. If I don't have it then my writing mojo is off.

*Sentinel103- Ozpin does know everything of Jaune's story. Second NO Pyrrha will not be chosen to become the Fall Maiden since Amber is still alive. And also this is an alternate time line. So she won't struggle with the decision to become a maiden. I will assure you the events of volume 3 will go different just like this chapter. That's an example. As for Summer...Well only time will tell.

*Guest- am I really bashing Junior? You should blame Yang for it. And besides she got arrested in this chapter. So I will say I have him served some justice at the blond for trashing his place for the third time. And Neptune went along for the ride. I honestly don't hate him. The only character in RWBY I hate so much is obviously Cinder but at the same time I love her as an antagonist. I know it sounds screw up lol.

*tanithlipsky- thank you I hope you continue to enjoy the story.

*bamba12- I'm sorry to hear that but I appreciate taking your time to at least read the first chapter.

-As always thank you very much for all the favs, follows and reviews I really appreciate it.

Next time: Dance