The remaining members surveyed the docks from outside, watching the building that Yang's beloved bike, Bumblebee, was parked out in front of. "Well, at least we know Junior's information was correct," Weiss stated while eyeing up the motorbike.
"He must be somewhat reliable if Yang continues going back to him," Blake said absentmindedly. At the same time, her eyes scanned the building for anything that could be out of place.
"It's a wonder why he would let her back in the club after what happened when they first met." Ruby couldn't help but shake her head at the memory of her older sister. When Yang was trying to sneak out of the window when their father opened the door to the police.
"Well, your sister does have a way with people. She could probably talk herself out of trouble, wherever she goes." Weiss's voice had a tint of annoyance. "Actually, scratch that, I know she can talk herself out of anything."
"Well, unless she gets herself in trouble with you," Blake said dryly, Weiss glared at the girl, who just ignored her. "Don't you think it's strange," Blake's voice directed the conversation back to matter at hand. "If this is where Torchwick is hiding, why isn't there anyone guarding the entrance or even patrolling." The other two finally noticed the strangeness of the situation. "Also, if Yang had confronted Torchwick, I'm sure there would be a lot more damage."
"Yeah, your right, something doesn't seem right." Ruby's voice came out distant. The younger girl licked her lips, scrunching her eyebrows up, as she tried to think of the best plan of action.
"If that's the case, why aren't we going straight in there?" Weiss stepped forward, her hand grasping the hilt of Myrtenaster. But before she could go any further, a hand grabbed her bicep, keeping her in place.
"Wait, Weiss, we can't just rush in," Blake said firmly. "We don't have a plan, or even have any idea what we are walking into." Blake let out a heavy sigh. The truth was, the Faunus was doing everything in her power not to go rushing in and find Yang. She knew the risk of getting caught wouldn't help anyone. However, it wasn't easy to just stay still, while anything could have happened to Yang.
"Weiss, Blake's right. We can't just walk right through the front door, Torchwick will probably have Something in place for us." Ruby's eye's landed on the alleyway. "Come on, we'll see if anyone is guarding the back door." The three girls slowly made their way around the building, stopping every so often to check over their shoulders. It didn't take them long to reach the back door. The girls pressed themself against the wall, trying to blend into the shadows as much as possible.
The door was lying wide open, with no one guarding the entrance. "That's strange," Blake spoke up, her eyes never leaving the opening. "Something isn't right here. If Torchwick is hiding out, why aren't there any signs of the White Fang?" Blake asked the question to no one imparticular.
"We know that Yang must be inside. I mean, she would never leave her bike just lying around," Ruby added. "Do you think he left when he saw Yang coming?"
"I don't think so, somehow." Blake's hand hovered over her weapon, expecting someone to jump out at them.
"Do you think it's a trap?" Weiss sounded unsure about the situation.
"Considering the circumstances, I think that's probably the likeliest of possibilities." Blake rested her hand on her weapon, feeling uneasy. Her eyes darted all over the place, making sure there was no one ready to jump out at them. "What's the plan, Ruby?" Her voice was low, making sure only they could her talk. Ruby let out a heavy breath, her hand sweating, as she ran through the options in her mind.
"I don't think we have much choice. We'll just need to go inside, and maybe if we're lucky, we'll just find Yang in there, by herself." The leader said wistfully. "However, we'll go in with our weapons ready, just in case." The remainder of the team nodded in understatement. Blake took the lead, her Faunus ears would be the best to catch any sudden sound, Ruby and Weiss followed on behind her.
Stepping inside the warehouse, they were greeted with nothing but an empty room filled with a couple of dust boxes. "So far so good," Ruby forced out an awkward laugh.
"Don't relax too much. We have still got a full warehouse to search." Weiss scolded her. But Weiss understood why Ruby was trying to ease the tension. After all, it was her sister who could be in danger, she knew the young girl just wanted to get her sister back in on piece, back to Beacon.
They continued through to the next room, the door was also lying wide open, as they got deeper into the room the door slammed shut. All three girls spun on their heels, searching for the culprit, who had closed the door. Standing there was Roman Torchwick, a cigar in his hand, leaning his back on the wall.
"Oh, look more guest, I must be popular tonight." His voice was full of amusement as he mocked the girls. Blake bared her teeth, she couldn't stand how relaxed this man was, especially with them, right at that moment.
"Where is she?" Blake spat out, not given Ruby time to even speak. Torchwick cocked his head to the side, examing the girl. "What have you done to her? I swear, if you've hurt her, it will be the last thing you will do."
"Relax, kitten, She's about here, Somewhere." Torchwick pushed himself off the wall. "And let's not forget, Goldilocks is the one who barged in here threatening to kill Myself and Neo. So if I've done anything, it was in self-defense." The team tensed up at hearing these words.
"Look, if you tell us where Yang is, we'll turn a blind eye on what you are doing tonight." Weiss tried to bargain with the man.
"And what am I doing tonight? I'm just here minding my own business." Torchwick smirked at the girls, who had no answer to give to him.
"You're still a wanted man, Torchwick. I'm sure the police wouldn't mind dropping by, especially once they hear it's you." Ruby finally spoke up, catching the man's attention.
"That's fair enough, Red. Well, blondie, your friends are here to see you." The girls gave each other a look of concern before their eyes followed the direction that Torchwick was staring in. Stepping out from behind a pillar was Yang, accompanied by Neo. Blake's eyes caught sight of the bloodstain on the blonde's jacket and the recent scar on her stomach. However, what caught Ruby's attention was how casual her big sister was, standing next to Neo.
"Yang, what are you doing? We've come here to bring you back to Beacon" The red-themed teammate asked her, her voice sounded hesitant, unsure she wanted to hear the answer.
"No thanks, I think I like it better here." The blonde replied as Neo ran her hand over the girl's shoulder, stepping around the blonde. Blake couldn't help but glare at the smaller girl.
"You don't mean that Yang, we know about your semblance; if you come back with us, we can get you help." Weiss interrupted the younger girl.
"Who says I want help, this is exactly who I'm meant to be. I don't need to hide any longer." Yang snapped, causing Weiss to jump slightly.
"That's not true, Yang, you don't belong with them. You belong with us, back at Beacon with your friends." Ruby tried to put as much confidence into her voice as she could.
"OH come on, Rubes," Yang said darkly. "Once everybody finds out about this, do you really think I'll be accepted back." She looked at each of them, letting out a bitter laugh. "And I hate to break it to you, but the old Yang is dead. She was useless anyway, nothing more than a doormat."
"That's not true," Blake's voice came out desperate. "Yang, we would never treat you like that," Blake stepped forward, her grip tightened on Gamble shroud. Neo was now hanging over Yang, Blake had to stop herself from firing at the multiple colored haired girl. Yang noticed this, given the Faunus a smug smirk.
"What's up, Blake? jealous." Blake tensed, as she watched Yang wrap her arms around Neo. "Shame you missed out on all the fun before you got here. Maybe you could have joined." Blake's eyes searched the blonde for a hint of a lie, but only received a wink. Blake couldn't help the anger boiling up in her. She knew she shouldn't, but the Faunus couldn't help but feel slightly betrayed. Weiss and Ruby passed each other worried looks, Torchwick laughter snapped their attention back to him.
"Goldilocks has been having more fun here then she probably has had in a while." Torchwick said suggestively, "Why would she want to go back to that school now, Plus I don't think Neo wants to get rid of her new toy yet. Weiss's face turned up in disgust, rounding back on Yang.
"Yang Xiao Long," The white themed teammate screeched. " You're coming back to Beacon with us if it's the last thing we do." Weiss glared at her friend.
"Are you going to force me. We both know you can't take me, Weiss." Yang stepped forward, loading her gun, her eyes becoming darker.
"But you can't take us all by yourself," Ruby said, However, the confidence wasn't there. Yang's eyes fell on Neo, both nodding and given each other a smirk.
"Who said I was by myself."
Hey, guys that I finished with this chapter, hope you guys enjoy it. The next chapter will be up in less than two weeks due to my work. But as always, stay safe.