Disclaimer: All characters belong to Rooster Teeth Productions

Edited by ToxicExotic

Caution: Light foreplay

Chapter 49 - A Need To Inform

Yang Xiao Long

It was finally a warm day, the bright sun bearing down over Vale while a soft breeze stopped it from being too warm. The people were taking full advantage of the renewed sunshine and traffic had been a pain, but after twenty minutes, and a pretty heft taxi fare, Yang and Ruby had finally arrived back at Compass Tower. The taxi driver had laughed when she first told him, thinking they were just messing around, but she was quick to assure him it was the right destination. Even Ruby had been shocked at the destination, her jaw hanging open for the first minute or two of the journey. And as Yang looked back to her sister to help her out of the car, she wasn't surprised to see her jaw was once again hanging so low that she feared it might scrape along the seat.

"Forget flies, you're gonna swallow the building if you keep your mouth like that," She chuckled and offered Ruby her hand.

Quickly correcting herself, the awed redhead accepted it and pulled herself onto the street. They both gave a thank you to the driver as they shut the door and turned back to the building as he took off. Seeing Ruby look up at the massive structure, just as she herself had almost a week ago when Weiss first showed her where she would be staying, Yang placed and arm around her sister's shoulders and rested her weight on the smaller girl.

"The sight never gets old."

"You're really living here?"

"Staying." Yang corrected the girl. Though she wasn't living at home anymore, she was still hesitant to say she was living anywhere else. "Anyway, the inside is way better. Come on."

Yang took a step forward and steered the girl towards the door, which opened to accept them as they triggered the sensors. While she was getting used to walking into the apartment itself, the entryway was something else. It still felt so regal, like she didn't belong, but she quickly shrugged that feeling aside as she knew it was wrong. Approaching the desk, she saw that Yatsu had finally started his shift.

She liked the man a lot more than the others. Yang had taken to calling him the Gentle Giant to Weiss because it really was a perfect description. He was huge enough to be intimidating to most people, but he always wore a smile and was more than happy to engage in conversation. So as she approached that desk, she fell behind her sister and held her out for the man to see clearly.

"Hey, Yatsu." His eyes brightened at her greeting and he gave her a little wave as his eyes moved to Ruby. "This is my sister, Ruby."

"It's a pleasure to meet you, Little Miss Xiao Lo…"

"Ruby Rose," Yang quickly corrected him. "She's fine with Ruby."

"Oh!" He smiled with a small bow. From what Yang could tell, he was actually from Mistral and had retained certain habits from there. Even a few unfortunate ones, but he was always apologetic and the other tenants, mostly the Faunus, seemed to understand that. "My apologies. Hello, Ruby."

"H-Hi," Ruby said nervously, offering out her hand which he took gently and gave a small shake.

"She has the same permissions as Blake."

"Comes and goes as she pleases, whether you are home or not?" Yang gave a nod. "Understood, I shall relay it to the other guards."

"Thank you, we're gunna head up; but tell me who wins that fight you are listening too, will ya?"

With a small chuckle, the man gave a smile and Yang continued on to the elevator. Yatsu was just as into fighting as she was, though he tended to go for more Mistral-based fighting sports like Karate and Judo. She actually like talking with him about the variations, but had been a little bummed to hear that, despite training, he never competed due to his size and fear of hurting someone. It made sense, she guessed, but she knew those things would make him a natural. However, it wasn't her business to fix, so pushing the disappointment from her mind, she pressed the button and enter the small area, pressing the keycard against the scanner.

Resting her head against her sister's, Yang thought on just how much she missed Ruby over the past week. She always missed her, even when staying at Blake's. While she did miss her dad, despite their falling out, not seeing Ruby every day was probably the most unbearable part about leaving. She couldn't ask how her day was and listen to her ramble about it, she couldn't torment and tease her, she couldn't kill time by mindlessly play games together; none of the things she cherished. Sure they talked on the phone, Yang being careful not to mention where she was staying so she got Ruby's genuine reaction, but it was no replacement for actually being there.

However, she didn't want to sour Ruby's mood with that kind of talk, so she let out a sigh and pulled her in tighter to place a small kiss on the top of her head. It wasn't much, but It was at least something to show she missed her without saying it. Thankfully Ruby understood and Yang felt an arm wrapped around her waist to hug her a little tighter. The silent admission only lasted so long however, as the elevator slowed and Yang gently pulled away and stepped in front of the girl to block her view. She wanted to see her step out first.

Finally, the door opened and she stepped out into the main room, But as she did, something happened that she didn't expect. From the corner of her eye, she saw movement and turned to see Weiss step out from the kitchen and felt her eyes widen at the sight. Her hair was down and the white shirt that she was wearing was definitely Yang's, but its top three buttons were completely undone and revealed a large portion of her upper chest. The knee high socks that covered her girlfriend's legs were also Yang's, but apart from those two articles of clothing, there was nothing else. Nothing that she could see at least.

"It's about time," She smirked seductively, one hand on her cocked hip and the other on the fourth button of the shirt.

"You didn't tell me Wei-yisshealmostnaked!"

Ruby's words jumbled as Weiss hurriedly ducked back into the kitchen and Yang turned to look at her sister, still half in shock. The younger girl had placed her hands over her eyes and done a full one-eighty spin. Yang's mind only came too as Ruby stepped back into the elevator and the doors began to close.

"Ruby, the doors!"

"Huh?" The blushing redhead spun around and lowered her hands to see they were indeed closing and quickly reached for the panel. "Nononono… Wrong but.."

Too late. The doors were closed and Yang knew they would not open again until the elevator hit the ground floor. Letting out a sigh at just how often Ruby found herself in such a situation, she turned back to Weiss to see the woman's head poking out from the kitchen.

The heiress' blue eyes were alight with restrained laughter and was clearly trying very hard not to let it out. Her pursed lips were squeezed tight in her attempt to not break, and Yang found it so adorable that she felt a huge grin form on her own face.

"That ain't funny," Yang said, holding back her own laughter.

"Not at a-all."

Their eyes connected for second and they both broke. Weiss let out a loud snort and quickly covered her mouth, while Yang let out a mirthful laugh and walked towards the woman. She really did look incredible, and while Yang knew Ruby would be back up in a couple of minutes, she couldn't help herself and wrapped an arm around Weiss' back and pulled her close. Looking down into the beautiful, happy blue eyes of her girlfriend, Yang gave her a wide grin.

"Ruby won't be long."

"I know. It's a shame you don't get to unwrap your present." Yang felt the woman's hands run up the front of her jacket and grab the collar. "Now you will have to wait till Sunday." Feeling the pressure on the back of her neck and Weiss pulled forward, Yang took a step forward and pressed Weiss against the archway, her hand resting on the wall to brace herself so that Weiss couldn't pulled her all the way into the kiss.

"Still so worked up," she said slowly as she grinned down at the gorgeous girl, inching a little closer.

She knew it was true as nothing had happened with them the whole week. With both of them having their time of the month and Weiss only being able to stop by for less than ten minutes at a time, there had been almost no opportunity to enjoy themselves. However, after another couple of seconds, Weiss made it abundantly clear just how she was feeling with a roll of her eyes.

"Just shut up and kiss me already."

The tug she gave the jacket's collar was much harder, and Yang happily let the distance between them close so that their lips came together. Weiss immediately let out a small hum, and Yang tilted her head so that Weiss head was leaned back. She loved kissing the woman like that, as she knew Weiss enjoyed the height difference, and she too loved kissing shorter people. There was something about the control it gave her, the ability to tease that sent a thrill running through her. As she let out another hum, Weiss reach up on her toes as Yang slowly pulled away. Their lips parted for a second and her eyes opened, the pleading look in them too much for Yang to resist.

Her lips crashed back down on her girlfriend's, her tongue coming out to wrestle for dominance. As Weiss took a deep breath from the new vigor and slipped one of the hands from Yang's collar to hook around her neck, Yang used the moment to slip her hand down from the woman's waist to her thigh. Her finger met soft, smooth skin and a gasp escaped the girl as they slowly trailed upwards again, this time pushing under the shirt. Higher and higher it rose with no resistance, and once it reached Weiss hipbone, Yang realised the woman in her hands really was wearing nothing but the shirt and socks. It appeared that, just like Yang's, Weiss time was over, and she had been prepared to take full advantage of that fact.

"I think I would have liked this present," Yang teased, pulling away from the kiss for a short breath. Her hand rose to Weiss' stomach, the woman's eyes still closed in sheer enjoyment while her bottom lip was captured with her teeth. "But since I can't unwrap it right now, maybe I should try and feel what it was?"

A small whimper of desire left Weiss as Yang slipped her hand further down, only her middle finger actually touching her skin as the others grazed lightly along it. Claiming Weiss' lips again, she let her hand dip between her legs but didn't touch anything. She could feel the heat emanating from her privates and suppressed a smirk as her finger touched the inside of her thigh to feel a small bead of moisture. Weiss certainly was raring to go, and while Yang would have loved to pull her away to the bedroom and show her just how much she wanted it too, Ruby would be back any second. Nevertheless, before she pulled away, she couldn't help but let her finger graze along Weiss' lips causing a lustful groan to escape the heiress.

"You are killing me here," Weiss breathed as their lips parted again, her eyes remaining shut as she worked on calming herself down.

"Good," Yang grinned, enjoying the effect she had on Weiss. Placing another short kiss in her girlfriend, she slipped her lips around to the Weiss' ear and whispered softly. "Because I will make you scream my name on Sunday."

At her words, she felt Weiss' body buck down on her fingers and held them firm so that her fingertips were enveloped in a sudden warmth. She'd been a little nervous when she first talked to her in such a way, the morning after their first sleepover, but Weiss seemed to enjoy it if her responses were anything to go by, and Yang had no problem continuing what her girlfriend liked. A soft moan issued around the kitchen as her fingertips entered Weiss, but Yang only kept them there for a second before pulling them out and backing away with a final kiss on her cheek.

She admired her work. The red hint to Weiss' normally pale body, the rapid breathing, the closed eyes, they all looked wonderful on her. She drank it in, enjoying every second of it as she stuck the tip of her juice covered thumb into her mouth before Weiss' breathing slowed and her lust-filled eyes opened to glare at her.

"You are so going to pay for that!" She breathed heavily, taking a step forward towards the hallway and failing to hide her shaky legs.

"Counting on…"

"Ummm… Is it… safe to open my eyes?"

Weiss' head snapped towards the main room where Ruby's voice came from and her blush deepened. A smirk pulled at Yang lips due to the reaction, and as Weiss quickly took off towards the bedrooms, Yang reached towards her and tapped her behind, causing the snow-haired woman to spin around and stick up her middle finger. The action was rare for Weiss, and even though the heiress was grinning from ear to ear, Yang put a hand to her chest and took a silent gasp at the gesture. The finger was quickly put down however, and replace with a smirk as she rounded the corner and moved out of sight.

"Y-Ya… WOAH!"

"In here, Rubes," she laughed and moved over to the sink to wash her hands.

It took almost a full minute before Ruby's head poked nervously around the archway, her silver eyes taking everything in and likely scanning the room for any scantily dressed girls. Seeing none, she let out an audible sigh of relief and walked into the room properly.

"So? What d'ya think of it?"

"It's huge."

"You ain't even seen half of it," she chuckled and turned the tap off, taking a nearby towel and drying her hands. "You want a soda?"

"Mhm." Pulling open the fridge, which was still rather empty as Yang couldn't afford to fill it, she pulled out a bottle of drink and handed it to her sister. "You two seem happy?"

"It's good having her around more," Yang said honestly, pulling another bottle from the fridge and motion for Ruby to follow. "So how are things at home?"

"Okay, I guess," Ruby shrugged as Yang led her to the same living room she had been using for her entire stay. "Dad is miserable, but putting on his happy face."

"I'm sorry, Rubes," Yang sighed guiltily.

"It's not your fault," Ruby countered quickly. "You need space, we both get that, but he misses you just as much as I do, so please call him."

"I will," Yang agreed quietly. "Soon. I just need to figure some things out first."

"How… How long will that take?"

Yang's hand paused as she reached out for the door knob. She had no idea how to answer that. She didn't want to lie and give Ruby a false time-frame, but she also had no real answer to give. She really had been thinking about it, but she still couldn't get past his admission and how it made her feel.

"I… I dunno, Ruby." It was a weak answer. She knew it was, but she had nothing else to give. "Can we please not talk about dad for today though?"

"You… You do still love him, right?"

Yang turned around to see doubt on her sister's face. It wasn't the first time Ruby had asked that question, in fact she'd asked it every time Yang had left after an argument, but there had never been doubt in her eyes before. She suspected that it was caused by how she left. Usually it was with shouting and the slamming of a door, but this time had been quiet and with farewells. It was unnerving, to say the least, to know that she was contributing to the doubt with her lack of clear answers; but there was a relief to finally being presented with a question she could answer honestly.

So placing a hand on Ruby's chin and lifted her downcast face up to look into her eyes, she took a deep breath and replied firmly. "Of course I still love dad, Ruby. We're in a rough spot again, but that will never change. It just needs time to work itself out, okay?"

"Okay."

"Good." A false smile pulled across Yang's face to convince Ruby that it everything was fine. "Then let me show you the best view in all of Vale."

A documentary had been started up by the time Weiss re-entered the room, Ruby having snuggled up to Yang on the couch the moment she had finished showed her the view of Vale. Yang wasn't actually keen on program itself, having never really been into historical battles and the weapons they used, but the fact that her sister was enjoying it was more than enough for Yang to tolerate watching it. Though, feeling Weiss' hand graze along her shoulder as the heiress circled the couch, she pulled her eyes away from the interview and smiled up at her girlfriend.

"Hey, Beautiful." She grinned wicked and threw an arm around Weiss's shoulder as she sat down next to her.

"Shut up," Weiss scolded her as her pale cheeks darkened slightly. "Good afternoon, Ruby. What're you watching?"

"Wow! Ignored by my gir…"

"A documentary on the Siege of Shion," Ruby said happily, her eyes glued to the screen. "Did you know farmers and blacksmiths held off the Vale troops for three months with nothing but swords and scyt…"

"... Oh boy, here we go…."

"... hes? Imagine fighting off an army with a scythe. It's so cool."

"You know they were against us in the war, right?" Yang asked.

"Doesn't stop a scythe being a cool weapon."

"You like scythes?" Weiss asked curiously, the woman's apparent reluctance to acknowledge Yang passing as she rested her head on her shoulder.

"Like is a bit of an understatement," Yang groaned and pressed a kiss against the top of Weiss' head, very happy to be sat between two people she loved. "She once stole one from Oscar's farm."

"I did not!" Ruby said quickly. "I was fixing the tang."

"Yeah, I have no idea what a tang is, but you kept that thing in your room for a week." she countered. "I've never regretted buying you those Soul Eater mangos more."

"Manga!"

"Whatever you say, Sis."

Feeling Weiss chuckle on one side of her, and Ruby shake her head on the other, Yang grinned down at her girlfriend and saw the beautiful blue eyes glance back up, full of humor. It never failed to amazing her just how quickly the sight would render her breathless. Weiss was always beautiful, whether she was stress from work or grumpy for other reason, Yang always considered her to be gorgeous; but to see the usually tense girl smile so happily with a gleam in her eyes was a sight beyond any other. It was even better knowing that she herself was the cause.

So leaning down, Yang kisses her cheek playfully and received a happy eye roll in return.

"So how was school, Ruby?"

"Not bad," Ruby shrugged. "My class is still treating me weird, a girl even asked me how I know you."

"And what did you say?" Yang asked cautiously, not believing Ruby had let anything slip, but knowing the girl had a tendency to do so accidentally.

"Just that you two are friends." Ruby said easily, her eyes still focused on the television. "It's kinda nice not having people laughing when I make a mistake, for once."

Yang looked at her sister and felt her eyebrows furrow. She hated that it was still happening, that she was still being laughed at, but there was nothing more she could do. Yang had been very quick to deal with most of the bullies back when they had been in school together, people who had chased her and teased her, but there was very little she could do about the snickering. If the other stuff ever started again, Yang would be right down there to deal with it, but snickering was a tough one. Even she herself laughed when Ruby did something so unbelievably Ruby, hell Weiss had done so earlier too; but there was a difference between laughing at something funny, and something she couldn't help.

There was also the fact that she knew she couldn't be there for every little thing. While they were still very close, Yang knew Ruby wanted to deal with some things on her own. The girl knew that she could ask for help, and that she would get it without hesitation, but she hadn't asked yet, and Yang was determined to let Ruby handle things where she could.

"Well they are idiots," Weiss said, Yang turning to see the earlier happiness having turned into a scowl. "That's probably why they won't be the ones getting into Beacon."

"I won't be getting into Beacon either," Ruby breathed sadly, a pout forming on her face and the documentary moved away from the farmers and to the blacksmiths.

"Actually, I've been meaning to talk to you about that." Yang said, reminded of what Weiss had revealed days ago. She had been waiting till Ruby had time to visit to tell her, as doing it over the phone felt weird. "Have you talked to your career counselor about Beacon?"

"No?" Ruby asked, looking up with a little confusion. "Why?"

With a small glance to Weiss, who seemed to recognise what conversation was about to happen and sat forward, Yang reached for the controller and muted the television. Ruby's attention was already away from it since the scythes were gone and Beacon had been mentioned.

"Well… Uhh... Weiss? You know more about this stuff. Would you mind?"

"Ruby, do you know what the Encouraging Bright Minds Initiative is?" Weiss asked straight away, earning a slight shake of the girl's head in return causing Weiss to sigh. "Setting up all these things to give students a better future and not bothering to tell them about it. Sounds like the public school system."

Weiss took a deep breath as Yang raised an eyebrow at that remark. She could hardly argue with that statement, but to hear Weiss, the most studious person she knew outside of Blake, bash a school was a little strange.

"It's a project started by the four major academies with help from the educational board. The board agreed to hand over the files of students who were excelling, so that the schools could give them better consideration on applications and scholarships, or even reach out to them specifically in certain situations. And there is no better indicator of excelling in school than graduating early. Especially by a whole year."

"I'm not sure I understand?" Ruby asked, shuffling back to sit facing them with her legs crossed on the couch.

"Weiss is trying to say that Beacon already know who you are, and that there is a chance you could get in if you apply. You might even be given funding."

"It's not a guarantee, but your odds are definitely more favourable than anyone in your class. Probably more than anyone in your school right now even."

"But it requires something else too," Yang said with a nod. "Volunteer work."

"H-How much?" she asked, thoughts rushing past her eyes.

"I don't know," Weiss answered honestly. Yang loved that she was always honest, even when it was an answer someone didn't want to hear. "Your career adviser could probably tell you a lot more, but I know it is a lot."

"And I will help wherever I can," Yang added, her tone serious so that Ruby knew she was more than willing. "If this is something you really wanna go for, I'll help you look for places and drive you anywhere you need to go, and pick you up whenever. It's up to you."

"I…"

Ruby seemed a little stuck. Yang didn't blame her, as it was a lot to learn you could be accepted into your dream school, and could only imagine what was going through her sisters head. But wanting to provide some reassurance, she reached out and put a hand on her knee and smiled as the silver eyes came up to meet hers.

"C-Can I think about it?"

It wasn't the answer Yang expected, but knowing Ruby likely had her reasons, she nodded. "Take your time. This is your choice."

"I could even talk to the dean and find out what the requirements are, if you want me too?" Weiss said kindly, but receive a firm shake of Ruby's head in return. "Alright."

Ruby looked down at her feet and tapped her fingertips together. As the girl thought things through, Yang turned back to Weiss and received a smile. However, while the smile should have reassured her, it only reminded her that there was another pressing matter that Ruby needed to know about. And since they were informing her on stuff already, there was not really a better time to tell her.

So letting her hand run down Weiss' back and into her hair, something that was oddly comforting, Yang let out a sigh and returned her gaze to her sister.

"There is also something else that me and Weiss need to talk to you about."

Another glance was cast towards Weiss, who seemed just as confused as Ruby, and Yang mouthed a single word. Jacques. Understanding immediately dawned on Weiss' face and she closed her eyes with a gentle nod as she reached out a hand that Yang happily took with her free one.

"You already know that me and Weiss are a secret because Weiss' dad won't like it when he finds out," Yang began and felt Weiss' hand squeeze hers a little tighter. "But I haven't told you what will happen when he does."

"I'm guessing he'll be angry? He doesn't sound like the friendliest person when he's on TV."

"The television paints my father in a much more pleasant light than his actual actions."

Weiss' clearly tried to keep her voice even, but Yang knew her well enough to hear the venom there. "Weiss is right. He is so much worse. When he finds out about us, he's going to do whatever he can to split us up."

"You're not going to let him, right?" Ruby asked quickly, a slight hint of worry in her voice.

"Never."

"But," Yang sighed. "He's a powerful man, Ruby. And vindictive. He's not only going to come after me and Weiss, but the people we love and care about. Which means he will likely come after you too."

"Oh."

"I promise I will do everything in my power to stop that," Weiss said immediately. "I have a plan to get my company out from under him, but there will likely only be so much I can do in the meantime."

"But there will also be the fact that we will be public, and Weiss is very well known," Yang added carefully, knowing this would be the part that might scare the girl. "The press already don't leave her alone, but when we come out, they'll try and get a story however they can. And they're very persistent. I know you still don't like being chased, but that doesn't mean they won't do it."

A flicker of fear ran across Ruby's eyes and it hurt Yang to see it. It had been years since the bullies at school had instilled that fear into the girl, since Yang had almost been expelled for making sure they never did it again; so to know she was going to be putting Ruby in that position again was not something Yang was happy about. But she also loved Weiss, and she couldn't hide their relationship forever. The only other choice would be to end things, and that was also something Yang couldn't see herself ever doing.

However, as she watched the fear switch to acceptance, Yang felt a wave of relief rush through her as her sister nodded.

"I-I can handle it."

"Are you sure?" Weiss asked.

"Yes," Ruby said with a firm nod. "You make Yang happier than I've seen her since Arslan. Even happier. So I can handle it."

"Alright," Yang smiled and placed a hand on her sister's shoulder. "But you know my Scroll's location is always on, and I will always pick up whenever you call. If someone is bothering you then you ring me and stay where you are, or you come straight to me, okay?"

"I will."

With a nod, Yang pulled her sister in a hug and whispered a quiet thank you. She still hated that she was putting Ruby in that position, but the girl seemed willing to face it. And though it was a little selfish, but with Ruby clearly trying to handle things on her own with Beacon and her dream job, maybe it would be a good thing for Yang to be taking a step back from the protective big sister and simply be there for her when she was needed. Though that didn't mean she wouldn't always be watching for those moments.

After a minute though, Yang felt the controller slip from her lap and the television's sound return. The documentary was interviewing the farmers again and Ruby's head immediately turned towards it.

"The scythes are back." Weiss said simply, leaning back into Yang as everyone returned to their original position.

"You can't stay for like… another hour?" Yang asked with a pout as she looked down at the girl in her arms. The past thirty minutes had been spent happily watching the rest of Ruby's documentary and having lunch, but Weiss had finally declared she needed to go. Just as she had the whole week, Yang had chosen to follow her out of the room to say goodbye at the elevator so that she could have just a couple more minutes with her. "Ninjas of Love is about to start?"

"Why do you think I'm leaving?" Weiss grinned in return, her back against the wall and her eyes looking up into happily into Yang's.

"You enjoyed it last time."

"No. I was afraid my brain was going to leak out my ears from how utterly crass that show is."

"But that's when you start to like it."

A soft chuckle escaped the heiress and a hand came up to stroke Yang's cheek. Lips pressed against her own in a gentle show of happiness that Yang let herself to enjoy for the few seconds she was allowed, before Weiss pulled away.

"I'm sorry, you know I would love to stay longer." She breathed, her finger finding a lock of hair and playing with it. "But I need to get in some more practise before the gala next week, and I can't come tomorrow because I have work right after college. I was only able to stay so long because my final meeting was cancelled."

"Mmm, I can deal till Sunday, I guess." Yang smiled, understanding completely that Weiss' work too precedence. "Shame the day wasn't how you imagined it would be."

"Maybe not, but it was still fun relaxing with you and Ruby." The woman kissed Yang again for a brief moment and then pulled away with a wide grin. "But you are definitely making it up to me on Sunday."

"I look forward to it."

"Good, because there is something I need you to do."

"Oh? Special requests already?" Yang laughed, earning and eye roll from her girlfriend as she reached into her bag.

"No," Weiss grinned and pulled a familiar piece of silver plastic from her bag. As if on instinct, Yang made to pull away, but Weiss' arm that was around her waist tightened and kept her in place. "I need…"

"Weiss…"

"I need..." Weiss interrupted firmly, clearly not caring about Yang's objections. "You to buy yourself something. Because if you don't, then what I have planned for Sunday can't happen."

"What? Why do I need to spend money for us to ha..."

"I want to take you out, you idiot."

"Oh!" Yang looked down at her girlfriend, a little confused by that admission. Their relationship staying a secret was important and couldn't be revealed yet, and going out on a date in public would most definitely reveal them to the world. "But we can't without being seen. What about the press?"

"Trust me. I have a plan, and a place I really want to take you," Weiss said softly. "But you don't exactly have anything here to wear that they would let you in with. So I need you to buy something."

"I can buy it myself, Weiss," Yang breathed, still reluctant to even look at the card. "You don't need to buy me things."

"Yang, I want to." The reply was firm and honest. "I know you don't care about my money, so please stop trying to convince me of that; because this will be something we have to move past at some point anyway. Now I don't care where you buy something from, you can fly to Mistral and buy something from the most expensive fashion shop there, or you can go to the cheapest thrift shop in downtown Vale; just get something to wear. Please?"

The piercing blue eyes took on an almost pleading look, and wanting to get rid of it as soon as possible, Yang finally looked at the card. Weiss was right, she would have to move past it at some point as she couldn't exactly go her whole life refusing to use that money, but it was still something she wasn't keen on. However, knowing that Weiss was not going to let her refuse this time, she let out a sigh and reached up to take it; finding a little relief at the happiness that filled Weiss' eyes.

"Thank you." the snowy-haired girl said with a smile. "Also, and this is not a request, but an order, while you are shopping for that, you can pick up some food. There is no reason I should be eating raman here when my girlfriend is an incredible chef, and more importantly, I don't want to keep eating raman. So fill the cupboards and fridge so that I can have a proper meal. Got it?"

"Yes, Ma'am," Yang groaned in response, realising that since she had already accepted the card, she had no valid reason to not do as Weiss ordered.

"Excellent."

Weiss chuckled and Yang leaned down to kiss her. It only lasted a couple of seconds, but the feeling that rushed through her was at least enough to push out more of her uncertainty about using the money. Finally though, Weiss pulled away and reached out to press the button to call the elevator.

"You're sure about taking me out? That it's not too risky?"

"It's a risk I'm willing to take." She replied simply. "I already told you that I'm tired of us always having to hide away, so I want to have one night where we don't. Not as much as we are normally, anyway."

Yang felt the same way, so gave a nod and pulled away. It would be good to be open for once, and though she was curious as to what Weiss had planned, she was also willing to keep the surprise. So pocketing the card, she gave the heiress a quick, goodbye kiss.

"Then I'm looking forward to it."

As she received a smile, the elevator arrived and Weiss stepped inside. Yang blew a kiss to her just as the doors closed and Weiss disappeared from sight. Letting out a small sigh, since that specific sight was one she still didn't like, she turned back to the hallway and made her way back to the living room where her sister was waiting.

A/N

Hello everyone :) So mainly just a small relaxing chapter with some housecleaning of other things. Also a little bit of fun... poor Weiss :P I mainly just wanted to show that Weiss and Yang are getting more comfortable just being around the apartment together and taking the opportunity to have fun. It also sets up some future stuff, so hope you look forward to that.

The next few chapters are going to be Weiss though, as her meeting with Ironwood is drawing much closer; but, the next chapter is the date and without edits is currently at 15k words. I currently have up to chapter 52 written as well.

Also, me and Toxic are working on something new. A fluffy one-shot that has been rather fun to write and allowed me to try my hand at a new style. Not sure when it will be out, but could be out before you get the next chapter of this, or maybe a little after, so keep an eye out for that.

As for the next chapter, that will be up on the 3rd of February.

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I asked last week if you were all okay with me replying through Private Message, and you all were okay with I started doing that :) However I do still want to make sure you all know I appreciate you. So...

crazyringo, Shadows Twilight, Zoro50.

Thank you so, so much for following this story and being so kind to leave your thoughts :)