Chapter 53: Tomorrow's Preparations
Amity Colosseum
January 30, 2020
Another day has passed, and today was when the winning teams moved on to the double round. Teams RWBY, GRMA, CFDT, Fox, and Velvet were all sitting in their seats with Cinder sitting behind them, as they just watched the rigged match between Coco and Yatsuhashi, and Emerald and Mercury.
"I hope they are okay," Velvet said.
"I'm sure they'll be fine," Fox telepathically said as he puts his hand on her shoulder.
Cinder got up from her seat and started to leave as the crowd around her were giving a mix between cheers and boos. Jacob watches Cinder leave then turns back to the others.
"Okay, she's gone," he said.
"I can't believe that we are told to lose the tournament," Fox said.
"We have to make it look like things are falling into Cinder favor until the hackers get control of the systems and erase the virus," Allen said.
"And until Amber is ready for transport," Kendra added.
"Me and my team will meet up with Coco and Yatsu," Britney said.
"We're coming with you," Velvet said.
"I must go meet up with my sister. I'll catch you all later," Weiss said as she walked away.
"The rest of us will talk with Professor Ozpin about tomorrow," Ruby said.
"And make plans If Mercury and I are to face off," Yang added.
"Alright then, let's go," Jacob said as everyone got up from their seats and started to walk out.
Pavilion
A half an hour later, Weiss and Winter were sitting at a table with a plate full of croissants and strawberries and both sisters had a cup of tea.
"I cannot believe this. An attack is going to take place soon, the story of the maidens are real, there is someone out there who is immortal that wants divide us all, our father lets innocent people die for a seat on the Atlas counsel, and to top it all off, there is another world out there," Winter said.
"Well, we now know everything, thanks to Earth. We wouldn't have known if they hadn't told us," Weiss said.
"But we don't know anything about them either, Weiss," Winter said.
"But, me and my friends do. We have been on Earth for months," Weiss said.
"Yes... that explains why you haven't called Father. So tell me, what do you think of this Planet Earth," Winter said.
"Despite its conflicts, it's nice there, sure it may not have aura or dust, but Earth still thrives and there is absolutely no Grimm," Weiss said.
"And what about the people that looked after you and your friends?" Winter asked.
"They're all nice. They teached us all about Earth. Its history, cultures, how it functions, everything we need to know. They kept us hidden from their world's population. We'd all be in trouble if it wasn't for them," Weiss explained.
"It sounds like they are quite nice people," Winter said.
"They are," Weiss replied.
"Have you been practicing on your combat and your semblance?" Winter asked.
"I haven't for the first month due to fear of expossier to the populace, but we found a spot to practice that was out of the public eye," Weiss answered.
"I see... It sounds like that world has changed you," Winter said as she sipped her tea.
"So tell me how is your summoning?" she asked.
"I haven't been able to summon anything yet. It is the one thing I've been having trouble with," Weiss answered.
"Well let's have you practice right now. After this, I must leave to inform the Ace Operative of the events that have and are going to transpire under General Ironwood's orders," Winter said as she got up from her chair.
City of Vale
Meanwhile within the city, Teams CFDT and CFVY were all walking around in the city.
"Look I know you guys were told to lose the match, but we all have our orders," Britney said.
"I still don't get it, why can't we just kill Cinder and get it over with," Coco asked.
"Because even with half of the powers of the Fall maiden, she is hard to kill and she is no push over," Robert said.
"Yeah, and even if we did manage to kill her, investigations will be launched about her murder and that is one of the things we are trying to avoid," Rebecca said.
"So until the hackers get control of the systems and erase the virus or until we can get new orders, we let Cinder do her thing for now," Kendra said.
"I still don't like this," Coco said.
"The rest of us may not like it either, but they are right. We need to wait until then," Yatsuhashi said.
"We knew you guys would be upset about this and losing the match, so we thought we'd accompany you guys wherever you go. You know, to help cheer you guys up," Britney said.
"Thanks guys. That's sweet of you," Velvet said.
"So what do you guys want to do?" Fox asked.
"Well, we don't know. This is the first time we have been into the city," Robert said.
"So maybe you guys can show us around," Rebecca said.
"Sure thing. You guys will like it here," Fox said.
"And maybe we can get some new clothes for you guys," Coco said with a grin.
"Oh boy," Velvet sighed.
"Sure thing," Rebecca replied to Coco.
"They have no idea what they are about to get into,"Yatsuhashi said.
"Come on. I'll take you to my favorite clothing store," Coco said.
Coco then grabs Britney's hand and pulls her as she starts walking. Everyone else then started to follow.
Beacon Academy, Vale
Headmaster's Office
Later at night in Ozpin's office, Ozpin, the inner circle, the marines, Penny, and the team leaders of RWBY, JNPR, CFVY, SSSN, GRMA, and CFDT are all discussing plans for tomorrow.
"When will your hackers finish getting control?" Ironwood asked.
"They said tomorrow night. Most likely during Yang and Mercury's match," Keaton answered.
"What about that Amber chick?" Sun asked.
"She'll most likely be ready to go tonight," Ironwood answered.
"And what if Cinder has a back up plan?" Jaune asked.
"Neo will be listening and inform us of their next move," Glynda said.
"Then I guess tomorrow night we take Cinder down," Ruby said.
"If we can catch her," Qrow said.
"You're such a negative nancy, Qrow," Britney said.
"Tonight is where we make our move and keep the peace between the kingdoms," Ozpin said.
"Okay everyone, here is what we are going to do," Keaton began.