They were standing face to face as silent filled up the room. Only this one question and both of their moods changed. Yang couldn't read the faunus at the moment. She knew for sure that she didn't remember the events at all. She was just like that night, and it happened again. She doesn't even know that this happens occasionally lately. Blake was pinching her forehead, squashing her eyes closed, trying to think back.
"As hard as I try… I can't remember anything from where we were standing on the ship." She answered, opening her eyes and leaning to the couch that was next to them. Yang did the same and turned her body so now she was looking at the wall. That plain surface showed the events that happened in front of her. She remembered it clearly. How Blake almost beat that faunus to death. She has never seen something like this before. And from her teammate? She thought she would never have to. The worst part was, that it was Blake. The one she would least expect it from. Not like any of them would do something like that.
"You weren't yourself… I saw it in your eyes… That burning desire to kill someone." Then she looked at Blake, and the expression she showed to the faunus was intense. Yang was agitated… scared. She showed emotions she had never seen from her before. "You were messed up… It didn't matter who stood in your way… you just kept going until you got what you wanted." She was still looking in her eyes, like she could burn those memories inside her head.
"But I didn't, right…? Please tell me that I didn't." She asked while looking at her palms that were once covered in blood. And it wasn't hers.
"No… Tori made what had to be done." If she wouldn't have intervened, that fox might have lost his life. It was a call that had to be made quickly to avoid becoming someone that you don't want to be. If Blake would have killed that person, she may had become what she was, and that is exactly what she tried to keep far away from herself for so long. Yang turned back her head to the wall.
"Blake… I know you weren't yourself when this happened. I wish I could show you what I saw. I'm sure it's hard, but you have to change this." She said slowly, every word.
"But if I could, I would have already done it." Blake answered back quickly. She felt like if this problem won't be solved, Yang might drift away from her. That would make her miserable. Losing her best friend, she could always count on.
"I hate seeing you hurting the others." She raised her voice, like she was angry. But this wouldn't change the fact that she can't control this darkness and she doesn't have a clue what is causing her to act like a wild animal. "What if Ruby…" Her voice was quavering as she didn't finish what she wanted to say. She started tearing up, trying to wipe it away fast while she was thinking the worst that can happen with her little sister.
"I would never hurt Ruby." Blake tried to calm Yang down by assuring her she would never do such a thing. But that statement didn't mean anything. She wasn't worried about the real Blake. She reached out to Yang with her arm, but halted midway. She let it fall back next to her shaken up body, but Yang touched her hand, holding it. She was hiding her face with her other arm, still looking at the wall. Well, at the inside of her arm, as it covered her eyes.
"I know... You wouldn't. But whatever is inside of you would." She lowered her arm that was covering her face. She turned back to the faunus, looking at their hands as they were holding each other's. Yang rotated their interlocked hands so now she was looking at the top of Blake's. For a moment she saw that red pattern on her knuckles that was another person's blood. She saw as the flesh on that body part peeling off as her own hand couldn't take it anymore. And now, it appeared to be clean, like what happened wasn't even real. She just wished that would be the case.
"I just… Even if you are dear to me Blake." She now looked up at her. Their eyes met. "I won't hesitate to fight back if you hurt my friends and family." She stated, firmness in her voice.
"I'm glad." Blake replied, causing Yang to feel shocked for only just a moment. "Please, prevent me from hurting anyone. I don't mind you hurting me." The faunus smiled and even if they were having a serious talk, Yang couldn't keep her mind to wander that way. Ohhhh why can't you stop working, brain! She screamed inside, looking away from the faunus. Noticing that she still held her hand and let it go quickly. She showed her back to Blake now.
"Ruby and Weiss went shopping for supplies. You should talk to Tori. Last time I saw her she was outside with Cyra. Just let her know that you are awake and fine… Just leave that apple on the floor. I will clean it up for you." She said, grabbing the broom and continuing what she was doing minutes ago. But she was really stiff now… and red, but Blake couldn't see that as she only saw her back. She only looked at her confused a bit, not knowing what caused her to change this fast. Anyway, she did what the blonde said, not pushing her with further questions.
She walked outside and they were standing there indeed. Wondered what they were talking about. Blake didn't know how to look in that teacher's eyes as she was the one who stopped her. She should be grateful to her and just hoped she didn't cause much trouble. Although, considering the woman's confidence, she was sure it didn't take her a lot of effort to put her into sleep. She closed the distance, giving out a sound of some sort to let them know that she is here. They turned her way and with that, Cyra walked away. She still has to talk with her about how she told the others what happened. It really wasn't necessary. Blake followed her shape with narrowed eyes, even turning around to do so.
"Believe me, she did you a favor..." Tori mentioned, earning a questioning look from Blake. She was sure that woman was referring to her slip up. "...As I did." She finished it. Blake automatically looked down, ashamed of herself for getting out of control for countless times now. Raven noticed this and put a reassuring hand on her shoulder.
"Don't worry. You just have to mow the grass and we're even." That's it for 'reassuring.' That was sinister, but not surprising at all. On the other hand, she totally forgot about the plus person that was in one room, tied up. Which was the last room that wasn't occupied. Raven didn't want to mention this to her, even if Blake knew there was an intruder. However, she didn't have memories of herself, beating him up. And from that time, everything was a little blurry. If Raven would bring this topic up, she would remember it immediately and who knows what she would do with that faunus.
"I recommend you change your clothes. It's really hot out here. Wahhh! Summer is already kicking in!" She said while walking away, using her hand as a fan. Now that Tori mentioned this she actually realised it was indeed pretty hot. No wonder Yang was in a black shorts and a yellow crop top. And here she was in baggy pants and a pullover. She has to change real quick.
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Weiss and Ruby were walking back from the shopping. They just needed to buy some ingredients for dinner. It seems they have to do everything in that house. That is one of the many punishments. Although, some could consider this favorable. Weiss wasn't that person, as she always had a butler who did everything for her. She didn't know how to cook and leaving her alone while the food is in the oven isn't a smart idea either. Ruby will do it, as she is always the one who made food for Yang and their dad. Maybe Ren can help her out. But they have to keep Nora far away from the kitchen.
They even bought tuna for Blake to make her lose up a bit. It was Weiss' idea, even though she should be angry at her. But somehow she just couldn't. And watching that girl consuming the fish with sparkling eyes and watering mouth is just adorable. The heiress still had her bow she wanted to give back. It seems as though the faunus doesn't really care about showing her ears anymore. Well, in this group everyone knows already that she is a faunus so why should she hide?
It shouldn't take much till they reach the house they were staying in. Walking next to each other while holding the plastic bags. None of them intended to start a conversation. Although, Weiss was pretty much occupied in her mind, thinking about how to deal with the faunus. Since that kiss happened, she noticed that her mind wandered to places where the faunus was always in the center. She wanted to talk with her about that kiss but she couldn't get herself to bring up the topic. Obviously, they have to be alone while discussing this and that way it's just way more nerve-wrecking.
"Hey Weiss… Are you feeling better?" Ruby couldn't keep herself silent anymore. It started to hurt her health. It just felt really awkward for her that no one said anything. Weiss looked her way, noticing that the girl pulled her neck back a bit, like she wasn't feeling comfortable.
"Oh, you mean the bruises?" Ruby confirmed her question with a little nod. "Yes, it is completely healed. My head is not hurting anymore either…" Ruby wasn't there so she didn't know why her head would hurt as well. She gave her a curious look. "...Uhmm… Side effect for healing… Nevermind." She didn't know how to explain the landlady's talent in more details.
"Oh, look! We are here!" Weiss shouted, more enthusiastically than ever. Why was she so happy about this? Ruby wanted to talk about some other stuff with her. To get a basic knowledge from her partner. To talk about random things, that didn't include violence, school, pain… and love.
Weiss rushed to the entrance and when she opened it she found herself in front of the garden. And she also found someone else, and that person was the one she couldn't stop thinking about. And when it clicked in her mind what she was wearing at the moment, made her gulp. She has never seen Blake this loose. And she had no idea she got such toned abs. She was wearing a sports bra, which was obviously black. And for some reason a yellow basketball short, which was most probably Yang's. She also had a white cap on and her hair was tied up.
Well, she did some physical work in the heating weather so it's not that surprising, seeing her in this clothing. Weiss saw Yang like this a thousand times now. And Yang was really bulk. Every part of her was muscle. But she never felt like this when she saw her blonde teammate like that. Blake on the other hand was slim, but really muscular. Seeing this made the heiress lose her breath. She actually started blushing and this time Ruby noticed this. She already had a feeling that they deepened their relationship. Maybe they were already going out. Yang still doesn't know anything about this.
The lawn mower was really loud next to Blake's ears so she didn't hear them arriving this time. She was also gnawing a halm she picked up because of her boredom. Walking back and forth wasn't her cup of tea. It was really boring and she couldn't even listen to anything, only the loud noise that was constantly burning her ears. And there is no way you can have a decent conversation with anyone like this. But this will be over… sooner or later.
Although when she looked up, she noticed them. One of them was someone she didn't want to face now… considering that she caused her pain again… like always. But Weiss was really blushing…? Or is it just the heat…?