A/N: One more Chapter and I will officially have 20 of them in total. That's why I'm hoping to make this next one special. Hopefully in the end it does prove to be that and maybe even more. Oh and there is a matter I feel like I should really bring up. Ships, do you guys happen to have any requests or ideas. Cause if you do you should know I'm always open to suggestions.
Chapter 19: A Needed Petting of Ears
''You do realize how many questions we need for you to answer, right?'' Ozpin asked Courier Six while having his arms crossed. Behind him was Miss Goodwitch, as well as a few of the other members of the Academy's staff. Sitting next to Six was Coco, who only a few hours ago thought she had murdered her fellow student.
Wanting to reassure him that nothing paranormal had just happened, or at the very least none that she was aware of, the Courier made sure to explain everything to almost the smallest detail. ''It's all very simple if you think the way I do. Which means it probably won't sound simple to you guys at all.''
''See, there's this one of a kind place not all that far from where I live called Big Mountain.'' Big Mountain could have probably been it's own story with all of the events that transpired in that Old World treasure chest. But she didn't want to take up too much of their time.
''It's mainly used for research and sorts of scientific stuff like that. All of the Scientists that work there, who I should probably mention are also robots with brains inside them, could create just about anything with no real limits. One day while I was visiting the place, I began to drink a lot more than I should have. Not long after that an idea just found its own way into my head. Why not build a machine that can bring people back from the dead?''
Ozpin and the others found the first part of the story they were presented to be far from something that would occur in the real world. Each of their confused expressions told Six of their skepticism without the need of words. She couldn't exactly blame them for not immediately believing in her.
Despite taking notice of their lack of any real belief, Six continued to tell them everything that kept her from dying. ''And all of them thought it would be just a huge waste of time and resources. It does make a lot of sense, seeing as I'm nearly impossible to put down.''
Nobody could argue with her on that point. Except maybe Coco. ''But even with that I still wanted it more than anything. A couple of weeks pass and I get the news they're willing to make it for me. Took a hell of a lot of time to get it done though. Oh, and I'll kindly tell you not to ask me where they had to put it.''
There were a few smaller details that Six was hoping to add for more clarity, but Ozpin stopped her by adding his thoughts to the conversation. ''So, what you're telling me is that this device that these people put inside of you is a way for you to live forever?''
Sitting in front of him was a true miracle. She was really able to beat death. The eternal slumber that comes for us all eventually. But then she explained that he was only half correct and that she would at some point meet the same fate as everyone else.
But first she had to move around a bit. The chair she was sitting in was as uncomfortable as hugging a Cazadore while on fire. ''Of course I can still die from things like old age and all of the other natural causes. Add on top of that the longest recharge time you could ever imagine. But besides all of that you're right. I have found a way to beat even death. I can't say I'd blame you guys if you suddenly have the feeling to applaud me.''
Nobody granted her any clapping. In fact they were all silent, not letting even a whisper escape their breath. To see someone act so calm and collective to a situation like this was more than a little concerning. Almost like she had been doing things like this for entire years. What was even more concerning was what Six said next when she turned to look at Coco. ''Hey, we should do this again in a couple of weeks. I'm game if you are?''
Coco was now understandably disturbed by Courier Six. Just another name to add to the list. Six stood up from the chair and did a bit of stretching. ''Well, if that's everything you need I'm going to be on my way. I have to get my Adventure on. But first, do you guys know where Velvet is? I feel like I should get something out of this seeing as I did die? Not proud to say this isn't the first time I've used that excuse.''
Pointing to the door Ozpin told her that, ''She and the rest of the team is waiting outside for us to finish. Both team RWBY and JNPR also rushed here when they heard you were still very much alive. Ruby most of all. Oh, and I hope you don't mind but I'm going to have to ask you to stop by one more time later today. There are quite a lot of reports that the two of us will need to fill out.''
Six nodded and made a note to visit him soon. Upon opening the door she was immediately greeted with a surprise hug from team RWBY's leader. It caught her off guard so she couldn't exactly refuse the hug. Even if she was able to counter it, she wouldn't have. Hugs are hugs after all.
''You... You're actually alive?'' Ruby said, not letting the strong grip on Six untighten as she spoke. ''They said that they couldn't even find your heartbeat. I think they said a few things about your brain too, or I don't know. How the heck are you even still alive after that?''
After she was finally let go of her, Courier Six answered the popular question. ''Because unlike your other friends, I don't have any hearts or brains to worry about.'' She held up a finger at Weiss, knowing full well that she would try to turn it into an insult or joke of some sort. Terrifying Presence ''Say anything at all and I will blow off your legs and replace them with your arms you frosty BITCH!''
Weiss released a frightened gasp and even took several steps away from everyone else. She had the sudden urge to cower in fear. ''Now, as I was saying. Against my own will, they were replaced with Cybernetic versions. They also did the same thing with my spine. But I made sure they returned it. The new other one would always make these weird noises whenever I would...'' She quickly realized the people standing in front of her were children. ''Yeah, let's go with workout.''
''I won't lie, I was a little bit worried about you.'' Yang said, standing next to Blake who was for once in her life not reading a book while an important conversation was going on. ''I was just beginning to think you were awesome. And hey, if you ask me you totally won that fight. Coco just got lucky is all.''
The Courier shook her head, disagreeing with Yang's claim on who took victory. ''No, that's not how it works. Rules are rules and we always have to follow them. Well... Fight the Power ...except for when I don't feel like it. But thanks for reminding me about something.'' She turned to Velvet at lightning speeds.
Velvet took a few steps back and took refuge behind her friends, which was enough to make Six chuckle a bit. ''Oh come on, just for a few second.'' She begged the cute Faunus girl. ''Once I go back home I'll never have a chance to do something like this again. There are no other Faunus or even any Non-Mutated Animals from where I come from. Except for the birds and a few of the fish. But no one likes those guys.''
Hearing someone cough to get her attention she turned around and looked at Blake. She was blushing quite a bit and also scratching the back of her head right behind her own ears. ''If you really need to pet someone's ears that bad. You could... well you know. Maybe touch mine?''
Now that was certainly a tempting offer. One she would usually accept. But since Velvet was here it would be one met with a rejection. ''Don't get me wrong, Blake. You and your ears are cuter than anything out there in the Mojave. In fact...'' There was now quite a bit of seduction to be found in Six's voice. She wrapped her arm around Blake and whispered into her ear.
''If you ever need someone for a good cuddling session or just feeling lonely, let me know will you? I'd be more than happy to open my schedule for you.'' That worsened Blake's blushing by quite a bit. For some reason it also made Yang cross her arms and frown. ''But I really want to touch Velvet's. They are able to break the boundaries between just cute and full on adorable. So... what do you say Velvet?''
Once again Velvet refused and stayed behind the safety of her teammates. But then Coco stepped out of the office. She had been listening to everything. ''Velvet, Six has been through quite a lot today. My guess is that dying is not a very peaceful experience to go through. So don't you think that she deserves some kind of reward for beating death?''
Sighing, Velvet surrendered to Courier Six and approached her. Questioning her motives she asked, ''Is that really the reason you want to pet them? Or do you just find them to be so weird that you have to see them up close? Just like Cardin and his friends.''
Wrapping an arm around Velvet Six assured her she was in no way a racist. ''I have absolutely nothing against you or any other Faunus. And I certainly don't find your ears to be weird. In fact I'm kind of jealous of the fact that you get to be a Faunus.''
A few of the student's, Velvet's included, eyes widened. ''Yeah, I can see it now. Imagine how useful those would be during any stealth mission. Or what if I was a Deathclaw Faunus, able to move at fast speeds and swipe anyone's head off with just one slash. Guess I can already do that as I am, but still, it's the thought that counts. Oh, or what about a dragon one, where I could breathe fire all over the place, now that would be the second coolest thing ever. You know, right after me. Cardin and those idiots who follow him around have no what they're talking about. You Faunus are way better than us standard people.''
That made Blake, Velvet, and everyone else smile. ''Alright then, go ahead. I guess you've more than earned it.'' Upon touching the ears the Courier was suffocated by all of the cuteness. They were beyond fluffy and cute. Pulling out her camera, Courier Six took a photo with Velvet.
''Aw, look at them, they're so cute!'' Six made sure to clarify to everyone, even though she totally didn't have to, and then resumed playing with the ears even further. ''You must be making a very lucky man happy when you have ears like these?'' Velvet suddenly felt very nervous and uncomfortable.
She scratched the back of her head before correcting Six. ''Well, actually... I'm single.'' That little slice of information was more shocking for Six than when she uncovered each of the mysteries spread out through the Divide. Velvet is single? The Courier thought to herself. Wait a minute... she's single!
It wouldn't be the worst idea to have a spare choice in the event that reunification with Veronica didn't work out the way she originally planned. ''Alright guys, why don't you guys tag along for now? Like I said, I want to have some fun and go on an adventure.''