When Jaune's forged transcripts were rebuffed, his only option was to return home in disgrace or forge a new life in Vale. Opening a diner was an impetuous decision, being good at it a stroke of luck. Becoming the favourite haunt for students, teachers and criminals alike…? That was neither, but it sure did keep things interesting. Wasn't the civilian life supposed to be easier?

Team RNJR has reached Mistral. Ruby and Jaune spend the evening together. Some friendship, some humor, some sad memories and some fond ones. Some misunderstandings, some curiosity and some fluff.

His grandfather was a legendary Huntsman. His sisters were rising stars, the huntresses of tomorrow. He failed the Signal entrance exams. He couldn't wield a sword to save his life. But he had potential. Enough for Remnant's Secret Service to notice.

Breaking a golden rule, he decided to tell them what his semblance was about. Not like they ever believed him anyways, and they were about to die. As he wakes up for the three thousandth time, Jaune Arc is drained of will. Nothing worked, and he always failed. He once again tries to manage it all by himself. Except this time he won't have to. This time, RWBY went back with him.