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Italics are thoughts

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

**Communications through scrolls and other devices

Chapter 9 The Knight Strikes Back

"The journey of a thousand miles, begins with one single step"

Shado Arrow season 2

(Location: First National Bank Central City day zero)

The oversize safe door that has been frozen from Snart's cold gun broke down in pieces. The young criminal gave a satisfactory smile as he entered the large vault. They have managed to infiltrate one of Central city's most important banks. Though he was ignoring the screaming from the people coming from outside, he and his partner made quite a commotion when arriving. Another smile was formed on his lips staring at the inside of the safe, everywhere he looked there was money. So many packs of dollar bills waiting to be taken. He took a bag and started filling it with the many packs of bills, by now he was wondering where was his partner in crime Heat Wave. He growled seeing that his bag was filled already, and he wanted to grab every dollar bill from the precious vault.

"Mick!" he shouted in anger" get over here and lend me a hand!"

"Snart!" in a second a panicked Mick Rory entered the vault.

"Can't you see we have a lot of work to do?"

"Snart you gotta see this" his partner was actually scared making Snart curious.

"What's wrong?" for as long as he has known Mick it will take a lot to scare him.

"You're not going to believe what's happening in the city."

His expression was enough to tell Cold that something was really wrong. He already knew it couldn't be something small like an entire squad of police officers ready to give them a welcome committee. He was in deep thought thinking of the possibilities, anything that will get in their way they will take care of it with their powerful guns. After all they were the rogues, minus one since his younger sister decided to take a trip to the states. Then when he stepped outside of the back gazing at the city he understood why his partner was so scared. Snart couldn't believe his eyes that he lifted his goggles to take a long look. In the sky a giant tornado like hole was destroying everything in its path buildings, cars, streets and people were all been suck like a giant vacuum cleaner.

"Let's get out of here!" Snart dropped the bag filled with money and got into the armored truck they stole from the bank's security.

Mick shortly followed entering the passenger seat. None of them gave a crap about all the money they have abandoned at the vault because no matter the amount of money, it didn't worth a thing if they were dead. Cold stepped on the gas leaving as fast as the vehicle could drive them. He cursed at the speed meter this was as fast as the truck could go, he made a mental note to steal a sports car instead. As things looked they might never get a chance to take a faster vehicle. Both criminals were shocked at the sight before them, watching so much destruction and people die wherever they go. Though they were thieves, cheaters and they were willing to kill anyone that got in their way, none of them wanted any of this to happen.

For once in his life Leonard Snart was scared for his life. Even with everything he's been through in his life, this was by far the worst experience ever. He never favor destroying the city, like he told the Flash he loves the city and he only wanted was to live in it while doing what he likes doing. Stealing taking things without permission like he owns the city but this, this goes against all of his beliefs. These were the times he wished the Flash was here saving the day, now it looked like he has reached his end. At least his sister was out of the city if someone deserves to live, it was her. Eventually the truck was taken by the wormhole as it was crushed. The last thing he heard was his and Mick's screams before everything turned black.

(Present day)

(Location: Downtown Vale Remnant)

So here they were, in an unknown city they couldn't recognize. It was pretty clear they weren't in Central city, yet it held similarities. The buildings, vehicles, the stores it had that similar resemblance to Central. The only difference were the people, some of them were weird because they had animal traits like ears or even a tail. Both criminals looked at each other like they were thinking the same thing, if what they were seeing was real. But it was real and neither felt like it was a dream, they were alive when they officially died in the Central city tragedy. They have survived and they stood as if nothing ever happened. Snart noticed the people weren't paying attention to them, especially when they were armed. It's like they didn't care that they had weapons, or maybe that sort of thing was pretty common in this city which it was weird.

The stores were selling things that were common like electronic devices, books among other regular items. Snart noticed that the customers that were paying the store clerks with plastic cards that resembles credit cards, now he knew you don't pay giving someone such cards other than been processed to receive the payment. Another difference noted and also noticed the difference clearly when he and Mick gazed at the glass windows from the many stores. Of course they were different, younger to be precise. Both criminals looked like they were in their late teens probably nineteen, but neither of them looked trouble from this revelation. It was the least thing that had them freaked out, other than been alive and in an unknown city they couldn't recognize.

"We're really alive" Mick said gazing around.

"That's what it looks like. We're alive and it looks like we are in a new world" Snart mumbled the last part.

"Then that guy was right, the one with the costume."

"It's hard not to believe him when you look around this place" Snart noticed more people with animal traits they were different from meta-humans, that was going to take some getting used to.

"He really did us a favor" the man with the heat gun gave a smile.

"…."

Snart opened his eyes as if he has awoken from a bad dream. Gazing around he was in a white room, his partner was next to him still unconscious. Was it really all just a dream? No, it felt too real to be a dream he saw it all happened. That giant wormhole appeared in Central city sucking on everything in its path. He could still remember how every building, vehicle, man, woman and child were all pulled dying in the process. Then he remembered how he and Mick were pulled from their vehicle and they died, well that's what he thought. The following question was where were they? Yet here he was and his partner in crime was still down this was exactly why he was the leader of the Rogues. He could never leave the serious stuff to the pyromaniac.

"Mick, wake up!"

The man opened his eyes feeling a bit groggy" Snart...what happened?"

"I'm still trying to figure it out."

"I remember that thing destroying all of the city, and we…."

"Died…?" Cold realized he wasn't the only one who remembered, so the tragedy in Central city did happened after all.

"That's what it looks like and if that's true, then this must be…."

"Heaven?" Snart gave a laugh" we made it to heaven, I was never good at making jokes."

"This whole place is white so it must be heaven. I guess crooks like us have a chance" Mick smiled never believing he will belong to such place.

"Never accept things from appearances. For all we know this could be a trap and we might be on "the other side" of heaven."

"What other side?" then the pyromaniac understood the message" right…."

"Seriously you think the two of us have a shot at heaven?"

"No way" Mick accepted things.

"That's right, were criminals who lies and cheats. Heaven don't want people like us, and that is if such places exist. I was never a strong believer of faith."

"Okay, if this isn't heaven then where the heck are we?"

"In my sanctuary…."

Both criminals looked at the source of the new voice. Someone has appeared before them with a golden helmet with golden gloves, boots and cape with a blue uniform. Mick turned to Snart giving a nod believing this wasn't heaven and their first thought, they were kidnapped. The fact he appeared just like that gave them the idea that he was probably a medi-human and it will make him hostile. Cold thought he did captured them and he and his partner could end up been his slaves or worst, pawns for whatever devious plan he has in mind.

"Now whoever you are you just made a big mistake" he pointed his cold gun to the mysterious figure.

"Damn right, you're no angel just another medi-human" Mick pointed his heat gun.

"I am not a medi-human" replied the stranger with the golden helmet.

"We find it hard to believe" Snart was ready to pull the trigger of his gun.

The stranger just waved his hand and both of their weapons were gone.

"What the-if you're not a medi-human then what the hell was that?!" Mick was shocked.

"It was my magic…."

"Magic? Right...next you'll pull out a rabbit from your helmet" Cold wasn't convinced.

"It is no joke Leonard Snart and Mick Rory. I am Doctor Fate you have probably noticed that you have departed from your world and I have brought you back to life using my magic."

"Okay we already know we're dead, that part is true. But the other part…." Mick was having a problem believing it.

"You brought us back to life….? And you say you're not a medi-human. Forgive me if my partner and I don't believe you."

"You are standing before me alive, correct?"

"I'm confused just what are you?" asked Heat.

"This isn't about me Mick Rory. Fate still have plans for both of you, that can't be change by no power in the universe."

"Fate? And what does fate is telling us?" Snart sounded amused, contrary to his partner.

"You two have a destiny to fulfill."

"Fate? Destiny? Oh brother, and they say I'm crazy" Mick shook his head.

"Let me tell you something doctor, I control my fate and my destiny no one else. I get the last word of what I do with my life."

"Of course Leonard Snart that is correct. Which your fate is tied up to someone else, yours and Mick Rory's destiny is not in this realm but in another."

"This realm? You're not making any sense" said the pyromaniac.

"You both died in this realm, Central city was swallowed by the wormhole due to a change in the time line, but another alteration to it caused the tragedy of the city.

"….." Cold was in deep thought thinking about the change in the time line and the alteration he had so many things to ponder.

"Central city was only affected by it? The other cities are safe?"

"Yes…."

"My sister's safe" he mumbled thinking about Lina he felt better since she decided to take a trip to New York, it was one of her" shopping sprees" and he didn't wanted to be involve then his eyes fixated on Doctor Fate.

"Can you take us back?"

"To this world? I'm afraid I can't, my magic has its limits. Even if I brought you back from the death you cannot go back. Even my magic can't go against the natural laws of the universe."

Snart growled tightening his fists in anger. Mick for once decided to be the calm one, and that was pretty much impossible. He was always the one with the temper while his cold partner was always the one with the cool head and the brains behind everything.

"Snart….?"

"I'm fine Mick" he gave a sigh turning again to the man with the golden helmet.

"Okay you brought us back from been unrecognizable corpses, now what? What is this destiny you're talking about?"

"As I said you're destiny has already been determined the moment you died. Your fates are tied with someone else in another realm."

"Another realm...another world?"

"You know I still find it hard to believe all that crap that is coming out of your mouth" said Mick.

"You probably haven't heard of the multi-verse theory. I assure you it is quite true. There are many dimensions out there, so many worlds that man kind would never imagine to exist."

"Please tell me you're not believing any of this?" Heat Wave turned to his partner.

"We're alive Mick maybe some of this makes sense" Cold turned again to the sorcerer asking the big question.

"What do you want with us?"

"I will use my magic to send you to another world. Your time is done in this world but I can send you to another where if you wish you can start a new life."

"Can you send us to wonderland?" Mick gave a chuckle still not believing Fate.

"Not exactly this world has similarities to our world, you will eventually find out. One important detail you should know before I send you there. You will experience a slight change when you enter this world."

"A slight change?" Snart was actually looking forward to see if he was telling the truth.

Doctor Fate has made their weapons appeared before they disappeared.

"Leonard Snart and Mick Rory fate has decided. Their paths are destined to cross with Barry Allen and Oliver Queen. Whether they will walk the same path, only love will decide…."

(Present day)

As they continued to gaze at the unfamiliar city Snart knew Doctor Fate was right all along. He has somehow sent them to a new world which has similarities with their world, just as he brought back from the dead. But there was one thing he forgot to ask the mysterious sorcerer, Fate said that he's and Mick's fate was tied with someone else. Who was that person? Was this person here? He should have asked him when he had the chance and now its too late. Now the only thing to do was to ask what will be the next thing in their agenda?

"So what do we do now?" asked Mick.

"First things first. We need to know about this world. Every important detail about it and then we go back to what we do best" Snart gave a grin.

Heat Wave gave the same grin" now that's I'm talking about, the Rogues are back in business."

"Now if we want to find information about this world, our best bet is going to a library."

"Can we burn some books?" the pyromaniac was still grinning.

"We'll see, it's a new world Mick and no one knows about us. Let's show this world who we are."

Mick couldn't agree more.

(Scene change)

(Location: Beacon Academy combat classroom)

Jaune Arc stood seated with his team as they were paying attention to the teacher Glynda Goodwitch. Quite frankly the young knight wasn't even paying attention to a word the blond teacher was saying. He was in too much thought recalling everything that's happened since he started at Beacon. His father trying to train him but eventually failed because according to his old man, he was weak. Of course his family were late bloomers and their auras aren't supposed to be unlock until their eighteenth birthday. Then the night he decided to leave his home taking the family's treasure sword and shield, he left without saying a goodbye to either of them or any of his sisters. He also forged some fake transcripts in order to get accepted to the prestigious academy, something he was still wondering how did he managed to do it.

His fake transcripts did got him into the academy for huntsman and huntresses and so many things crossed his mind as soon as he arrived. For starters he didn't had any training, he had no experience whatsoever in fighting and his aura was still blocked. Well the last was fixed thanks to Phyyra and also he was able to make some friends, no longer been the awkward new student. Still he didn't knew about aura because his father never told him about it, only that when he turn eigthteen his true power will be awaken those were the cryptic words of his old man. There was also the miracle that he was able to pass the initiation test at the Emerald forest, and the shocked that he was named team leader. The blond teen has mentally sighed everything that has happened to him has been nothing but mere luck.

For as long as he remember he always wanted to be a hero, following his descendants footsteps. It was all about keeping his family's legacy alive and making them proud. That was the reason he was here, becoming a strong huntsman and make a name for himself. His thoughts were interrupted when Goodwitch was about to announce the next contestants to fight, he really hoped he doesn't get picked. Anyone but him because he wasn't a fighter, it didn't matter his opponent the results will be the same. He will lose badly making him a complete embarrassment in front of everyone and namely, his team. Finally Goodwitch chose the first name Cardin Winchester the leader of team CRDL, his blue eyes widened when his name was picked from the huntresses scroll.

"It's official my life is over...I'm done for. There's no way I stand a chance against Cardin."

"Go for it Jauney!" Nora cheered.

"Good luck" was Ren's replied.

"Yeah I'm sure going to need it…."

"Be careful Jaune you can do it" Phyyra smiled at her blond leader.

"Phyyra you're giving me too much credit I deserve" he mentally sighed as he got up.

"You can do it Jaune!"

The blond teen saw Ruby cheering for him along with Yang. Weiss was quiet and so as Blake, maybe they were cheering for him in their own way. Then he noticed Barry was next to the leader of team RWBY. He did knew that the teacher assistants are allowed to be present to watch the exhibition matches. Before he left to change into his combat attire he saw Oliver in the corner. His expression was serious and in thought, honestly he had no idea what he was thinking. Maybe nothing good because he was going to lose so bad. Without giving another thought he left heading for the locker rooms. He took a glance at Cardin who was grinning at him as he took off to change into his attire.

"I am so dead…."

(Time skip)

Jaune changed in his combat outfit holding his sword and shield has entered the arena stage of the classroom. Goodwitch stood in the center with his opponent on the left side. How he was going to get out of this one alive? It was impossible to beat Cardin it was a fact. He was taller and bigger than him, he could probably squash him like a bug. Again he stood listening to his teammates and friends cheering for him among them were Ruby, Nora and Phyyra. Then he heard Barry yelling to believe in himself, those words really struck him. Maybe if he was actually prepare for this, then maybe he will be believing in himself. If he had any combat training he wouldn't be doubting himself he couldn't forget the most important thing. Cardin had training and actually graduated from combat school, he didn't.

Jaune stood face to face with the leader of CRDL while Cardin didn't looked worried in the slightest. Goodwitch took a look at the combatants she activated her scroll showing the aura level of both students.

"Now I'm sure you two remember the rules. Remember to keep an eye on your aura levels. Are we clear?"

"Yes Professor Goodwitch" replied the blond teen while Cardin just gave a nod.

"Ready…."

"Heh this won't take long" the leader of CRDL gave a grin.

Jaune felt anger surging through him from his words, he took a hold of Crocea Mors.

"Begin!"

The blond teen was the one to make the first attack swinging his sword at his opponent. Cardin easily blocked it with his mace while the blond kept doing flurry of attacks, the results were the same. The leader of CRDL was barely doing any effort in blocking his sluggish attacks, he already knew his opponent was weak and unprepared. It made him wonder how someone like Jaune was able to get to Beacon much less passed the initiation and become leader. Even his teammates have shown to be stronger than him, this match was needless and unneeded of his attention. Jaune went for another attack only this time Cardin has countered hitting the blond with his weapon, sending him to the ground. The tall teen gave a yawn in mocked not looking like he has broken a sweat, and for the leader JNPR it meant bad news.

The audience weren't surprised while members of RWBY and JNPR were still trying to cheer for Jaune, as well as Barry. Oliver remained quiet and just shook his head clearly he knew from the start the blond leader couldn't beat Cardin. Finally he was able to see what Jaune can do as an individual and it was still a miracle he got accepted to the academy. His moves were wrong, his composure was wrong, he wasn't even holding his sword and shield the right way. He wasn't ready for combat because he hasn't had any training at all, not to mention lack of experience. The archer vigilante has seen what the rest can do and they have proven to be ready and worthy of been future huntsman and huntresses, but Jaune still had way to go before he can achieve it.

After so many failed attacks and getting beat up Jaune was panting, getting tired from the match. There was no surprise he knew this was going to happen from the start the cheering from his team and friends wasn't going to do a difference. Cardin stood tall not tired without getting hit from one of his opponent's attacks. Yet the blond kept on attacking and he kept on countering at this rate, the blond leader was only embarrassing himself further. Finally he made contact with his mace and they kept on staring at each other. Jaune tried to over powered him but that was impossible, his strength was too much. The leader of CRDL knew it as he gave the blond teen a grin that gave the message" you will never defeat me weakling". Even with his aura and his friends support Jaune couldn't do a thing.

"This is the part where you lose."

"Over my dead-" he got hit by Cardin's leg on his stomach as he sent flying with his mace.

His shield was toss aside while he was still holding his sword. He could only watch as Cardin walked closer to him and raised his weapon ready to finish him off. This was truly a very embarrassing defeat right in front of everyone and he didn't wanted to go down like this. Suddenly a buzzer sound went off as the leader of CRDL stopped from delivering the final blow, and he looked disappointed. It was like he wanted to perform that final blow.

"Pardon, that's enough" Goodwitch got between the two teens" students, as you can see, Mr. Arc's aura has dropped into the red. In a tournament style duel, this will indicate Mr. Arc is no longer fit for battle and the official may call off the match. Mr. Arc please try to reefer to your scroll during combat. Gaging your aura will help you decide when it is appropriate to attack or when it is better to move to a more defensive strategy. We wouldn't want you to be engulf by a beowulf now would we?"

"Speak for yourself" Cardin muttered as he left.

"Remember everyone the Vytal Festival is only months away! It won't be long before students from the other kingdoms start arriving at Vale so keep practicing. Those who choose to compete in the combat tournament will be representing all of Vale."

The sound of the bell was heard meaning the end of the class. Barry stood watching Ruby, Weiss and Yang getting pumped up just by hearing of the festival. He was told by Ozpin the Vytal festival was a party where students from all the kingdoms arrive at a designated city to enjoy the festivities. But most importantly to compete in the tournament, many students representing their schools and kingdoms. Now that wasn't such a bad idea to compete fighting other skilled students. It was no wonder why the three members of RWBY were all exited. The speedster turned to the other vigilante and noticed Oliver was in thought and he's been like that since Jaune's match with Cardin started. Maybe he didn't like the disadvantage he had over the blond, it was pretty much unfair.

"Hey you okay?"

"I'm fine, not so sure about Jaune" Oliver gave a neutral gaze as he left.

Barry knew something was bothering him as he turned to the confused team RWBY who were ready to head out. All four girls has seen his expression just like him, and maybe they were thinking the same thing.

(Scene change)

(Location: cafeteria)

"So, there we were, in the middle of the night" Nora said in a creepy tone.

"It was day" corrected Ren.

"We were surrounded by Ursai."

"They were beowulf."

"Dozens of them!"

"Two of them."

"But they were no match, and in the end Ren and I took them down. And made a boat load of lien selling Ursai skin rugs!"

"Ah, she's been having this reoccurring dream for nearly a month now" Ren gave a sigh.

"That's...really something" Barry stood not knowing what else to say.

Jaune was playing with his food on the tray still thinking about his loss to Cardin. How could he be a team leader if he wasn't strong? If he wasn't properly trained? Or if he didn't had any combat experience? The answer was simple, he wasn't meant to be one. He was weak and he shouldn't be here, he will forever be a victim to Cardin. Now that he thought about it he was afraid of the leader of CRDL. He was stronger than him and every time he was near him, a shiver of fear will ran down through his spine. Currently Phyrra, Ruby and Barry were gazing at him obviously worried for the blond teen. The others were acting pretty usual, Nora still grinning from her dream, Ren sighing at her response, Yang chuckling from her story, Blake reading a book, Weiss polishing her nails and Oliver in thought not paying attention to the teens in the table.

"Jaune, are you okay?" asked the red head warrior.

"Huh…? Oh...yeah."

"It's just that, you seem like you're not okay" replied Ruby.

"Not okay? Guys I'm totally fine. Seriously look" he smiled but seemed nervous watching Cardin and the rest of CRDL who seemed to be bullying a female student.

"Jaune, Cardin has been picking on you since the first week of school" said the red head.

"Who? Cardin Winchester? Nah, he just like to mess around, with people you know."

"He's a bully" Ruby couldn't have said it any clearer.

"Hey, named one time he has bullied me?" the blond put the emphasis on the comas.

"He did threw your books one time" said Phyyra.

"And he opened your shield when you were about to enter the classroom" followed the young Rose.

"And there was that time when he put you on a rocket propeller locker and sent you flying" followed Barry.

Everyone was now staring at the speedster of course it sounded bad to hear such because he was a teacher assistant.

"I was there and I told Goodwitch about it, she did scolded Cardin afterward."

"And I didn't landed that far from the school."

"Jaune, you know if you ever need help, you could just ask" said the red head.

"Oh! We'll break his legs!" Nora put her two cents on the matter.

"Guys, really it's fine. Besides he's not just a jerk to me, he's a jerk to everyone."

"Ow that hurts!"

At that moment Oliver has tightened his fist so hard they were red, and it looked like he will bleed any minute. His attention was only on the table behind him to a lone teenage girl. Oliver knew her name she was Velvet Scarlatina, a second year student and she was a rabbit faunus. He knew her because she was part of the second year group that Port teaches. She was sometimes quiet and she was pretty smart, she was probably among the few who actually pays attention to the Professor and by that the archer saw it as an achievement itself. His eyes were on the girl the moment team CRDL arrived and they started mocking her, due to her large rabbit ears. Now Oliver considered himself a patient person, but his patience has a limit. That limit broke the moment the leader Cardin grabbed one of her ears and pinched it, causing Velvet a lot of pain.

"Oliver, you okay?" Barry asked the teen looking worried.

"Yeah you've been quiet the whole time" Yang added.

"And you have a scary look on your face" Ruby tried not to sound nervous, true his expression said" I'm mad and I want to kill someone".

"I'm not okay…."

"Aren't you going to eat your lunch?" Phyyra noticed he hasn't touched the food on his tray since he got seated.

"Actually, I just lost my appetite. If you would excuse me" he got up and left the table.

"Oliver where are you-" Barry paused when he saw where he was going.

"Oh no, don't tell me he's going to…."

By now Blake has put down her book and her attention was on the archer vigilante, she figured out what was going to happen. And honesty she supported his choice, she couldn't watching a faunus getting bullied.

"Please, stop" Velvet pleaded as Cardin was still pinching her animal ear.

"Haha, I told you guys they were real" he finally let her go laughing.

"What a freak" said Russel while Dove and Sky Lark were laughing.

"Velvet are you all right?" Oliver completely ignored the presence of team CRDL.

"Oliver I...I'm okay now" the rabbit faunus was trying hard not to cry.

"Would you like to join our table?"

"I…."

"It's okay you can seat with us" Phyyra was the first to reply.

"You're always welcome to join us" Blake followed as her amber eyes fell on Oliver like she was silently thanking him for the kind deed.

"Really…?" she smiled.

"There's no hate for faunus among us, so feel free" Barry smiled.

"Thank you" she dried any incoming tears.

"Oh, what's your weapon like?" Ruby decided to start conversation on her favorite topic.

"Do you like pancakes?" followed Nora.

The speedster was about to congratulate Oliver when he saw Cardin and the rest of his team behind him. Yet the archer vigilante remained calm and he was well aware they were behind him. Honestly he was expecting things will go smoothly without starting any conflict, looks like he was wrong. But on second thought, he was looking to set CRDL straight when it comes to bullying faunus. He knew doing this wasn't allowed and quite honestly he didn't care. Stand and watch while an innocent person gets bullied, not on his watch. Turning to Barry the speedster gave him the look" don't do it you'll regret it later" oh no he wasn't going to regret it in the slightest. The archer made a vow to himself that as long as he was around, no faunus will be mistreated and he took that vow seriously.

"Well, what do we have here?" Cardin spoke getting everyone's attention.

"He's a freak lover" said Russel.

"Come on Cardin we-"Jaune started until he saw the menacing glare he was giving him he kept quiet.

"Why don't you guys return to your table?" Rhyyra asked nicely though she was glaring at the team.

"I'm only speaking to you" the leader of CRDL pointed to the back of Oliver.

Finally the archer turned to him and his team remaining a calm expression, on the inside he wanted to beat the crap out of him" yes Mr. Winchester what can I help you with?"

"He's Professor Port's assistant" pointed Russel.

"I just want to know why are you defending that freak?" he pointed to the rabbit faunus while Blake was glaring at him.

"Freak? Her name is Velvet I will appreciate if you call her by her name."

"He is a freak lover" Russel gave a laugh along with Dove and Sky Lark.

"We have a freak lover here guys" Cardin chuckled.

Oliver gave a serious gaze" don't...call her freak, don't call any faunus that."

"Why shouldn't I?"

"This is a school for huntsman and huntresses, not a school to bully faunus."

The group that stood seated could feel the tension between the two teens growing stronger, you could probably cut it with a knife. Jaune was nervous, Ruby was in the same boat, Phyyra looked worried, Ren was calm, Nora looked excited wanting to see a fight break out, Yang was just like Nora ready to cheer on Oliver, Blake looked calm but on the inside she wanted Oliver to beat up Cardin, Velvet was nervous she didn't wanted problem because of her and Weiss was frowning not approving of what will happen if this keeps up. As for Barry, he was hoping it doesn't end up in a fight. But judging the way Oliver was staring at at the leader of CRDL, it was going to happen. The question was who will be the one to make the first move with the staring contest they were having. Cardin looked very arrogant and Oliver giving a neutral expression.

"You think you're funny?"

"No, I don't consider myself funny. But I would like if you apologize to Velvet."

Team CRDL started laughing at his comment.

"Really? I should apologize to the freak. And what if I don't? Who's going to make me you?"

"If it comes down to it, yes. And I told you not to call her a freak" the archer was now glaring at the leader.

"Um...guys how about we calm down?" Barry's words fell on deaf ears.

"What can you do? You're just a teacher's pet" the leader of CRDL gave a chuckle.

"Well I tried to stop this" the speedster gave a sigh.

It all happened so fast for any of them to noticed. Everyone had their eyes widened in shock as Oliver had Cardin on the table putting pressure on his right arm. The CRDL leader was in pain trying to break free but he couldn't, it scared him that his grip was solid like steel. Russel was the first to react as he tried to help his leader and partner but he was knocked down by a high kick from the archer. Dove was the second to try and interfere but two quick punches send him downed, Sky Lark was the only one left and he looked like he was ready to crap his pants. He stood there not wanting to fight the teacher assistant and Oliver kept his grip on the pained Cardin. The vigilante mentally grinned, ever since Blake unlocked his aura he has gotten stronger making his martial arts to a deadly level.

As for the rest of the group they still stood in shock. Ruby was able to muttered" so cool", Yang has lifted her fist enjoying the fight, Weiss remained quiet, Blake was impressed she knew he will get stronger with his aura awakened, Jaune was in awe just like Phyyra, Ren was impressed just like the cat faunus, Velvet was shocked never imagined Oliver was this strong and Nora, the orange haired girl was cheering wildly for the teacher assistant. Everyone else in the cafeteria has given their attention as soon as the fight took place. Barry was the only one who was sighing not knowing what the hell was his friend doing. The archer kept his hold on the tall teen not wanting to let him go, he wanted him to pay dearly. Somebody needed to open his eyes and make him behave, he didn't care if he gets in trouble with Ozpin or Goodwitch.

"Let me go!" shouted Cardin.

"I will, as soon as you apologize to Velvet" he made the leader was facing the rabbit faunus.

"Go ahead, tell her you're sorry and you will never make fun of her or pinch her ears again."

"Forget it ahhh!"

"You don't have a choice. I think it's important that every huntsman and huntresses in training have to respect their fellow students or teammates. Whether they're human or faunus. And if you have nothing nice to say, then don't saying anything at all."

"…."

"Well, are you going to apologize to Velvet?"

"I…."

"Break his legs!"

"Nora, don't encourage him" Ren tried to calm down the hyperactive girl.

"I'm...I'm sorry…."

"Say it louder so she can hear you."

"I'm sorry! I won't make fun of you again or pinch your ears. There I said it, now let me go!"

"Do you accept his apology Velvet?"

"Yes, just let him go he looks really hurt" said the worried faunus.

"What do you know Mr. Winchester. The same person you've been bullying feels sorry for you" Oliver finally released his hold as Cardin felt to the ground in pain.

"There's a book in the library titled" Well customs and manners" by Dohan Esther, I think you should read it."

"Holy Monty" Jaune was still in awed at what he just saw.

Even with all of the pain Cardin was able to glare at the teacher assistant. He was thinking of ways to make him pay. The others from team RWBY and JNPR were still pretty much shocked or dumbfounded at what just happened, since it all happened so fast. Barry sighed having enough of this but it was too late for his friend, Oliver was in a lot of trouble for his behavior on the leader of CRDL. And Oliver didn't looked worried for what he did, on the contrary he felt a whole lot better.

"What is wrong with you?" the speedster got closer to the archer whispering" Ozpin told us not to bring any unnecessary attention to ourselves. Do you want everyone in Beacon to know your secret?"

"Cardin deserves this, he needs to behave and obey."

"You sound like a bully."

"Mr. Queen!"

"Now you're in trouble" Barry felt sorry for his partner.

Oliver saw Goodwitch walking towards him with a frown, yeah she wasn't happy. She probably saw everything from the entrance of the cafeteria. The blond huntress and teacher saw the downed Cardin along with Russel and Dove, Sky Lark was still scared out of his mind to move from his spot. To think a teacher assistant would do such thing, she expected this kind of behavior from a student without discipline. It wasn't just that, but he was also a vigilante who fights for the will of good and the protection of the people. This was not the correct behavior for someone of his status, that was the reason she will be so upset with the archer. She fixed her glasses expecting that he will know better than this, Oliver turned his gaze at her and he was unfazed by her expression.

"You're coming with me to Professor Ozpin's office, now."

"As you wish Professor Goodwitch."

As they left the cafeteria team RWBY and JNPR were still speechless. By now Cardin and the rest of CRDL recuperated and left without saying a word. But the leader's face was enough to tell that he was very upset with Oliver, he didn't even spared Jaune a glance. He will never forget the humiliation the teacher assistant has given him in front of the whole school.

Finally the long silence was broken by Ruby" anyone agrees that was the coolest thing ever? I mean besides when Flash and the Arrow were at the initiation."

"No doubt, Cardin got owned" followed Yang.

"But Oliver didn't broke his legs" Nora felt a little disappointed.

"Don't even joke about that" said Ren.

"I just hope Oliver is all right, I feel like this is my fault" said Velvet.

"No it's not. Cardin's treatment on you is wrong. Bullying should not be permitted on school grounds" said Phyyra.

"I agree even if Cardin had it coming, I still think Oliver shouldn't have gone overboard with him" said Barry.

"Cardin deserves it" Blake muttered as she went back to her book.

"Am I the only one who thinks he did wrong? Both Cardin's and Oliver's actions are incorrect and immoral" said Weiss.

"Leave it to the ice queen to ruin the fun" Yang gave a grin.

"Don't call me that!"

"I still think it was pretty cool" Ruby pipped in.

"But you have to admit it was a real shocker that Oliver can fight. And he's strong too, it's too bad you're not like that Barry" the blond brawler was grinning at the teacher assistant.

"Was that a joke Yang? I still don't see the difference between your puns and your comments."

"Don't mess with my puns."

"Anyway, Oliver is a teacher assistant he should know better. It's not the proper behavior he should show for a student, even if its Cardin" the Schnee heiress resumed her lecture.

"I think we should all be glad that Velvet's okay and she won't be treated like that again" smiled Phyyra.

"And if Cardin tries to bully her again, he will have to get through us!" Yang closed her fists.

"Thank you everyone" smiled the rabbit faunus.

While they continued chatting Jaune was still quiet looking in deep thought. The blond teen was still in awe at what he witnessed a few minutes ago. The images were still been repeated in his head. The way Oliver moved, so fast and how he was able to put the hold on Cardin. How the leader of CRDL cried in pain, he was at the teen's mercy. The same person who has been bullying was brought to submission just like that, the answer he was looking for was before him. If he wanted to get training and become strong he needed to find Oliver and ask him to take him as his apprentice. With his training he'll finally become a worthy huntsman and leader. No more weakling and maybe, he won't lose to Cardin again.

(Scene change)

Oliver stood in Ozpin's office not looking scared in the slightest, he was so calmed. It was the same thing with the headmaster seated in his desk, with his usual coffee mug. However, Goodwitch had her upset and disapproving look. Clearly she wasn't pleased with the archer's behavior regarding Cardin and the rest of team CRDL. Yet the vigilante wasn't worried, what will be the worst that will happen? Getting kicked out of the academy? He wasn't a student and he didn't considered an official teacher assistant. As far as he was concern his position of assistant was just a cover up to hide his secret as the Arrow. The headmaster lifted his mug taking a sip of the hot coffee while the blond huntress was staring at the teen with a frown. Ozpin was cool as a cucumber setting the mug down, he had a small smile staring at the archer.

"Well this is unexpected. I find it a surprise, usually students get sent to my office because they have done something that goes against academy rules. But I never imagine you of all people will be sent to my office, Mr. Queen."

Oliver tried not to roll his eyes, leave it to Ozpin to act all calm and unfaze.

"Pray tell what reason were you brought here Mr. Queen?"

"Mr. Queen got involved with team CRDL, put Mr. Winchester in a submission hold and attacked his teammates" Goodwitch kept her disapproving gaze.

"Oh, is that so?" the headmaster seemed a little taken back.

"My reason for it was simple. Cardin Winchester was bullying fellow student Velvet Scarlatina because she's a faunus. I wasn't going to stand and watch as he was pinching her long ears."

"That is understandable Mr. Queen, but you still went against academy rules. You fought students outside on combat grounds. Worst, they're first year's" said the blond huntress.

"Fine punish me whatever you like, but there has to be something that can be done to prevent any more victims like Velvet. This is exactly how all faunus outside of Beacon are been treated."

"That can't be help, there will always be prejudice with the faunus. Your heart is in the right place Mr. Queen but the facts remain the same. There's nothing the school system can do with the treatment of faunus."

"That is not quite true Glynda" Ozpin finally spoke" there is something this academy can do with such. I think you might know Mr. Queen."

"Page three of the Beacon student manual says, "we do not judge by sex, religion, political status, social status and species"."

Goodwitch was slightly shocked remembering that important rule, she couldn't believe she has actually forgot about it.

"That is correct Mr. Queen, thought it won't be easy. Discrimination with the faunus has been around for many years, getting rid of it will be a long and hard road. But we can start trying to bring a change, starting here."

"A dear friend of mine once said" the journey of a thousand miles begins with one single step" I know it won't be easy to change the mind of those who hate faunus, but there will always be those who are willing to change. Even if it's a minority, it will be enough" Oliver's eyes softened remembering Shado one of the many he has fallen in love with.

"I suppose there's something we can do. As teachers we have a responsibility to look after all students, I agreed we should do something with those who mistreat any faunus in this school" Goodwitch adjusted her glasses.

"Very well if there aren't anymore things to discuss then Mr. Queen, you're dismissed."

"And what of my punishment?" the archer felt like he made a mistake asking for it.

"Punishment….? Hm...I don't see nothing wrong in letting you go with a pat on the back, this time."

"Ozpin…." Goodwitch gave him a frown telling him that was wrong.

"Of course it will be appropriate if you are punish for your actions. Just as long as you don't repeat them. All right, Mr. Queen you are to head to team CRDL's dorm and apologize to Mr. Winchester for your behavior, its an easy task."

"I suppose that will do" the blond teacher gave a sigh.

"That will be easier said than done" Oliver forced a smile.

"You don't have a choice. The rules have to be obey at all cost."

"You're right, the rules have to be obey. I hope I don't see another faunus been bully in this school again."

"We will work on that eventually Mr. Queen. Make sure you learn your lesson."

"Please don't do it again" Goodwitch gave him a serious look.

"You have my word" he was about to leave the office before stopping, and turned back to the headmaster" actually professor Ozpin, there's something else I will like to discuss with you."

"I'm listening" he took another sip from his coffee.

"It's about Jaune Arc and team CRDL…."

(Time skip)

Jaune gave a sigh running a hand through his blond hair. He has left the academy's roof top after speaking to Phyyra. The red head warrior brought him there to tell him she was willing to help him in his training. At first the thought made him smiled, it was so like her to willingly offer him help. Been trained by her sounded good, he knew she was very skilled, she wasn't a four time tournament champion for nothing. The one thing that got in the way was his foolish pride, that he didn't needed her help to become strong. Asides from that, he was going to find Oliver to ask him if he was willing to train him. After watching him put Cardin and his team in their places it was enough to make him believe, Oliver was the one. He didn't realized he was heading back to his team's dorm not knowing where the teacher assistant could be.

The blond has stopped when a thought came to his mind. It was the expression of Phyyra's face when he turned down her offer, it was so sad. Even when she told him she understood his decision her face looked like she was hurt by his answer. Now he was wondering why her hurtful expression was hurting him on the inside. She was his friend and she asked him to help him when he never asked for her help. He shook his head of the thoughts he needed to focus at his task, finding Oliver. Jaune turned back heading for the library maybe the teacher assistant was there picking some books for reference of class. The young knight was too concentrated that he had no idea he has bumped into someone. Before he apologized he saw Barry smiling at him, he sighed mentally he wanted to find the other assistant.

"You seem to be in a hurry Jaune."

"Sorry about that, I guess I wasn't watching where I was going. Sorry Professor Allen."

"Don't call me that, I'm just an assistant."

"But it's because of you many of us are doing well in Professor Oobleck's class."

"Usually I would say flattery will get you nowhere, only this time I will make an exception" the speedster gave a chuckle.

"It's great to take a compliment, every once in a while" the blond gave a nervous laugh.

"And speaking of doing well in Professor Oobleck's class, how are you Jaune?"

"What do you mean?" he acted dumb, of course he knew what he was talking about.

"I want to know how you're doing in class. I noticed you frequently have been sleeping in, and even in study sessions you're not really there. You basically have your mind somewhere else."

"Okay, I admit I sleep during class. But I'm really paying attention during sessions."

"Why do I find that hard to believe?" Barry raised an eyebrow, nope he didn't believe him.

"I just…."

"Jaune, what's wrong?"

"…..."

"Is it Cardin? I noticed he's always throwing paper balls at you during class. I know how annoying that can be."

"I'm just not strong enough to beat him. I don't like that he beats me in front of everyone, in front of my teammates" the blond knight gave a sigh he felt like telling a half truth.

"I knew, it was that. Listen Jaune I know that feeling of been bullied. I used to be you, I once had a bully and it wasn't the best times of my life" the speedster cringed at the memory of Tony Woodward tormenting him during junior high school.

"R-really? What did you do?!" Jaune sounded interested maybe he can help him with his current problem.

"I finally stood up to him" he smiled thinking when he first used the super sonic mega punch on Tony who was a medi-human with the ability to turn his entire body into solid metal.

"Me…? stood up to Cardin….? No way that's impossible. I can't do that, he's bigger and stronger than me."

"My bully was bigger and stronger than me too. But I eventually stood up to him. You see Jaune, it's all about getting the courage to go through with it and the self respect."

"Self respect….?"

"You're important, you have to show that you're not to mess with. Bullies like Cardin won't even consider respecting you if you don't respect yourself, and by doing that, you have to stood up to them. But if you keep letting him push you around, then he will continue to bully you for the rest of your life. He sees you as weakling bug that he can squash whenever he feels like, unless you show him otherwise, he will never stop."

"Oh...I get it, it does make sense" Jaune stood in deep thought.

"But how can I stand up to him when I'm weak? I don't have any training, I truly am a weakling bug that can be squash by anyone. Everyone in Beacon is strong and I'm…."

"To stand up to yourself, you gotta have courage and to do that, you have to believe in yourself. But if you don't, might as well let everyone step on you."

"Believe in myself…."

"Take your time to think about it. Don't make the same mistake I did. I waited too long to find the courage to stand up to my bully."

"I think I will, thanks profe-I mean Barry. I know what I have to do."

"Also don't forget to study, especially the faunus war."

"Yeah, I do have an essay to write for Professor Oobleck."

Jaune then saw someone opening the door of JNPR's dorm, it was Phyyra. The red head champion stopped gazing back at the blond teen, her green eyes were on him. Her expression said it all, she was still sad he refused her offer to help him in his training. He tried not to look at her but it tore him apart, for a moment he believed he was making a mistake. Choosing training with Oliver over the red head, maybe he should talk to her. That will probably make her feel worse, he stopped himself from taking that choice. Once she went inside he mentally sighed and went to the reason he was here, especially with Barry present.

"Barry, have you seen Oliver?"

"I'm right behind you."

Jaune gasped seeing the other teacher assistant" y...you startled me."

"Couldn't help it. Why are you looking for me?"

"I just...can we speak elsewhere?"

"Sure" they walked away from the speedster.

"Barry….?"

The teen blinked spotting Ruby in front of him. The rosette was wearing her red cloak covering her face. Now her behavior was strange, the speedster noticed it immediately. She was acting shy, he knew she was a bit shy but not this shy. On the far corner the door of team RWBY's dorm was opened, Yang and Weiss had their heads poked gazing at them. That was really strange, it was like they were watching over Ruby, at least that's what he thought. Then he went back to stare at the Rose petite, showing more sings of strange behavior. She was fidgeting rapidly, the poor teen looked like she too timid to say a word. This behavior wasn't like her at all, though it wasn't the first time he has seen her act this way before. One thing he never realized, Ruby's whole face was red just like her cloak.

"Ruby...you okay?"

"I...I...I….I…."

"What's wrong? You sound nervous."

She kept on fidgeting until she finally exploded" I can't do it!"

The scythe wielder used her semblance speeding back to the dorm and Barry was ignoring the rose petals that were in the way. The teacher assistant stood there blinking not having a clue what just happened.

"See, I told you she wasn't going to go through with it. You owned me thirty lien" said Weiss.

"It was worth to try" the blond brawler shrugged her shoulders.

"Hey, you guys know what's wrong with Ruby?"

"Oh it's nothing. We we're just having a friendly game of truth or dare" Yang grinned.

"Okay…." he saw the girls closing the door.

"What was that all about?"

(Scene change)

Jaune has lead Oliver all the way to the auditorium, he didn't know what to say. At first he was feeling confident and just right ahead and say it. But he was starting to feel uncertain, what if he says no? Maybe he was too busy to be taking people under his wing. With his work as teacher assistant to Professor Port, he probably had his work cut out for him. Then there was the possibility he will say no because he wasn't worth his time, he was too weak and pathetic for him to give him any training. The last one really made the blond teen cringe if he refused, then he should at least say it in pretty words rather than been harsh or cruel. He couldn't turn back now he needed the training, he needed to become strong, he needed to become a better person and he needed to stand up to Cardin or anyone else that dares to bully him.

"What would you like to talk to me about Jaune?"

"Well I...I kinda…." he mentally cursed, he couldn't said the words.

"Later today, I went to give Mr. Winchester a visit" Oliver decided to bring a topic since the blond wasn't doing a good job in saying what was on his mind.

"Huh? You went to CRDL's dorm, why?"

"I was asked by the headmaster to apologize to him for my behavior at the cafeteria."

"Apologize to Cardin, yeah right he didn't deserve an apology. He was been a jerk to that nice faunus girl."

"Oh I agreed on that, but the fact remains. My behavior and my actions were uncalled for and wrong. There are rules in this school and everyone must obey them. I had to apologize to him, but it doesn't mean I have to like it."

"I guess, we do have to obey the rules. Still you were very cool how you handled Cardin and his team I was so shocked, I mean everyone was shocked. You're a real fighter" Jaune thought this was the perfect chance to tell him his reason for calling him.

"I should also bring, while I was talking to Mr. Winchester, I kinda overheard you and Phyyra talking. It sounded like it was coming from the roof of the school building."

"What?" the blond teen turned pale.

"Don't tell me, did he heard everything? I told Phyyra I forged my transcripts, that I cheated my way to Beacon. If he knows, he might tell the headmaster and I will be kick out of the academy…."

"Really….? If you heard me, then that must mean CRDL's dorm is the closest to the roof" his blue eyes widened at the realization" wait...did Cardin heard my conversation with Phyyra?"

"He might have, but I made sure he kept his attention on my apology. I doubt he was able to hear everything."

"That's a relief...and you?"

"My attention was only on Mr. Winchester. I find it impolite to eavesdrop in someone else conversation."

"Thank Monty he doesn't know, I'm safe. Now all I have to do is convince him to give me some training."

"Jaune, I don't know the reason you wish to talk to me about. But since you're here I might as well talk to you about something that's been on my mind for a while."

"Sure I don't see a problem" the blond knight didn't minded, he will make sure to tell him when the assistant was done with his topic.

"When I saw your performance at the initiation test, I noticed you have some good leadership skills. But that's all I saw."

Jaune had a bad feeling where he was going with this, but he gave a slow nod.

"Your combat skills are below average, your skills to be aware of your surroundings are below average. You don't confuse a relic with the point stinger of a Deathstalker tail."

"Hehe...that was really my bad."

"You didn't even paid attention to the warnings of your partner. Do you know where I'm heading with this?" Oliver's gaze on the blond leader was fierce making him gulp.

"I think...I do…."

"Now be honest Jaune. You don't have any training experience, do you?"

The blond leader knew lying to Oliver was impossible, so he did the only thing he could do. He gave another slow nod.

"You never went to a training school?"

Another nod from the blond teen.

"That means your transcripts, aren't real?"

"They're forged" he replied lowering his head in shame.

"They're fake, which means you're not suppose to be here. You cheated so you could come to Beacon."

"That's right, I'm a cheater" tears were forming on his blue eyes.

"Why…? Why did you have to do something like cheating?"

"It's my family, everyone had something to prove their worth. They were all heroes, my grandfather was a hero, he fought in the Valean war, my father's a hero. Every descendant of my family has a history for been heroes. I thought I could become one if I join one of the most prestigious academies in Remnant."

"Cheating your way into the academy will never make you a hero, no training and no experience will never make you a hero. What you did was wrong and the only thing that can cost you is, expulsion…." Oliver kept a glare at the teen.

"…..."

"Your way of solving things is wrong. What happened? Why you didn't had any training?"

"I wasn't strong enough" the tears were falling" my dad started training me, but I failed at every exercise. He gave up on me, he thought I was a failure. He was so upset with me, saying I will never be worthy of our family name. So one night, like a coward I stole our family weapons and ran away from home. I didn't said goodbye to any of them, I just kept walking forward. I managed to forged the transcripts and before I knew it, I was accepted at Beacon. So here I am, a pathetic weakling in a prestigious academy, where everyone is stronger than me, where I'm not worthy of been a leader."

"Everyone is stronger than you?"

"Of course! It's true. My team, Phyyra's way stronger than me, Ren and Nora they're strong too. You're strong, Cardin's strong, heck even Ruby's strong and she's two years younger."

"That may be true Jaune. But all of us have two things in common."

"What's that?" the blond teen started drying his tears.

"The first, we weren't born with the gift. None of us were born with the knowledge or the skills to fight and the second, all of us had training. Every one of us had a lot of training to become the people we are today. I had training, Phyyra had training, Ruby was trained by her uncle. Every student here had the necessary amount of training to become skilled and strong enough to attend this academy."

"Everyone except for me" Jaune lowered his head.

"That's because you haven't had any training….yet."

"I had training and I failed it but- wait what?" the blond blinked.

"I can give you some training, but it will only be hand to hand combat. As for weapons training, you'll have to find someone else."

"You will train me, for real?" Jaune was shocked while smiling.

"I will, and you better give me your all. I won't go easy on you."

"I promise I will train hard. And for weapons training, I think there's someone who can help me" his blue eyes softened thinking about the red head champion.

"Back at the roof, Phyyra told me she was willing to help me in my training. I'm pretty sure she can help me using my weapons, her weapons are similar to mine."

"There you go, now you have a full training regime" Oliver smiled.

"But I...I turned her offer down. I know it was stupid to do so I was feeling stubborn, thinking I didn't needed her help to get strong. What should I do?"

"What do you think you should do?"

"I should talk to her. But I don't know if she will accept now, she must be so mad at me" the blond leader gave a sigh.

"I think she believes in you, just like the rest of your team. You should give her a second chance. Remember Jaune, Phyyra isn't just your teammate, she's your partner. You're supposed to support her and believe in her."

"Okay, I'll try to talk to her. I don't know when, but I will."

"Don't take too long. We will start the training as soon as Phyyra's accept."

"Thanks Oliver. Wait, does that mean you won't tell the headmaster that my transcripts are forged?"

"If I'm offering to give you training, then it means I won't say a word. Besides, it wont be necessary he already knows."

"Oh, okay" Jaune's eyes widened as his mouth opened" what?! He knows!"

"Calm down. Professor Ozpin has known for a while, he told me himself. Can't say the same for Professor Goodwitch. And he also told me you have potential to become a great huntsman."

"He really said that?" the blond knight stood shocked.

"That's right, the headmaster of Beacon believes in you. The question is, what are you going to do about it?"

"I know exactly what to do. I better go back to my dorm. Thanks Oliver."

"Just make sure you talk to Phyyra" smiled the archer.

"I will, thanks again" he left happy.

Oliver kept his smile not looking at anywhere particular" you know it's not polite to eavesdrop in a conversation, Phyyra."

The red head champion emerged looking in thought" so you knew I was here?"

"For a while, you listened to everything?"

"I did and I thank you for trying to help Jaune. And for not telling the headmaster of his forged transcripts."

"The headmaster already knows."

"Still, if he didn't know I'm sure you still wouldn't tell him" she smiled.

"Can I count on you with Jaune's weapon training?"

"Yes, I'll do my best. I hope Jaune accepts my offer. He wasn't happy the first time."

"I have a feeling he will accept this time."

"Thank you again Oliver."

(Time skip: the next day)

(Location: Forever Fall forest)

The group of students have arrived at the forest which it was considered the most beautiful and widest. They were in awe watching so many trees with red leaves. For Oliver and Barry it was the first time they have visited the forest. The archer vigilante was able to tell its vast capacity, it was probably larger than the Emerald forest. Not to mention he was told by Port that the forest is filled with Grimm, he wouldn't question his knowledge. It was one of the reasons why he and Barry wanted to accompany the students for this field trip assignment. Because of its length anyone could easily get lost, it didn't matter how pretty it looked. Without a sense of direction and no fighting experience staying in this forest was above suicidal. The speedster gave a glance at the many crystal jars they were holding, it was necessary for the assignment.

"Yes students, the forest of Forever Fall is indeed beautiful" Goodwitch started hearing some of the students whispering of its radiant beauty" But we're not here for sight see. Professor Peach has asked you to collect samples from the trees deep inside this forest and myself along with Mr. Allen and Mr. Queen are here to make sure none of you die while doing so. Each of you is to gather one jar's worth of red sap. However, this forest is full of creatures of Grimm. So be sure to stay by your teammates. We will rendezvous here at 4 o' clock, have fun."

Oliver could sense Cardin was glaring daggers at him, and he didn't care. He was still angry at him for what happened yesterday at the cafeteria, and he knew his apology wasn't going to be enough to pleased his anger. The archer knew the kind of person that he was, the kind that gets angry so easily. Quite frankly he didn't care how angry the leader of CRDL was with him, his only focus was today's field trip. He and Barry are to watch the other teams making sure they're safe while collecting the red sap. The only thing he didn't wanted to find out, how this forest will look during the evening. He noticed Barry has decided to stick with team RWBY, so he went with JNPR. Because there was no chance in hell that he was going to stick with CRDL, especially with Cardin wanting to beat the crap out of him even if he couldn't.

(Scene change)

Team RWBY managed to find the right trees with help from Barry. The speedster has checked the trees in which the red sap can be extracted. It was all thanks to some of the books he read about the vegetarian life in Remnant, obviously he knew about the red leaf trees from Forever Fall. Many of them can reserve an amount of red sap, depending on the season. He pointed to the ones with the most sap as the girls got their jars ready. Ruby smiled watching the red sap from the tree filling her jar, it was a sticky substance that hit her nose with its sweet smell. The petite leader gazed around watching her sister taking sap filling her jar, the same with Weiss and Blake and Barry was keeping an eye on their surroundings. She grinned in an innocent matter as she raised her jar ready to taste the sap.

"I wouldn't do that if I were you" Barry smiled.

"What?! I wasn't going to do that" she blushed as she has been caught with her hands on the cookie jar.

"The red sap is very sweet like sugar, it is used to create syrup for pancakes. It's not good for your health, you'll be also damaging your teeth."

"Listen to Dr. Allen sis, he knows what's good for you" the blond brawler grinned filling another jar.

"I'm just saying eating something too sweet is bad for you."

"And I say it's good to have you with us" Ruby pipped in.

"Sure thing, don't worry Barry if any Grimm shows up we'll protect you" Yang hide her grin while Blake rolled her eyes.

"Okay Yang I get it, I'm not a fighter so sue me."

"It doesn't matter if he can't fight. Strength isn't everything. Barry might not fight but he's smart, he knew which trees have the most red sap" said the rose petite.

"Yeah and without me, it would have taken you guys a whole lot longer finding them."

"Our hero" the blond brawler chuckled.

"Would you guys quit goofing off?! We have more jars to fill" Weiss scolded.

"And the ice queen ruins the fun again" Yang said.

"Stop that!"

"Yang can I have a sip please?" Ruby was giving the sad puppy eyes.

"Hm...I don't know…."

"Yang don't, red sap it's not good for your health" Barry tried to be serious because the scythe wielder was trying to cover his mouth but she couldn't reach him.

"Maybe, but one tiny sip wont hurt. Go for it sis!"

"Yay!" she took a sip from a newly filled jar, her silver eyes widened" it's so good!"

"Okay Ruby that's enough."

"Here Barry, just one sip."

"I don't want to."

"Yes you do."

"No I don't."

"Knock it off Barry, take one sip for my sis or else" the blond brawler gave a friendly threat.

"Fine" he took the jar from the petite drinking a small portion" this is too sweet. It's really good."

The team leader smiled before she realized the jar was empty and Barry's lips were red from the sap.

"Barry….?"

"Mmm that's good sap."

"You just drank the whole jar" Blake said.

"Oh really?" he blinked realizing his mistake, Ruby giggled, Yang was grinning, Weiss face palmed and Blake didn't had a reaction.

The speedster cleared his throat getting serious" let's keep going and fill the rest of the jars."

"Thank you" Weiss was glad someone agreed with her.

(Scene change)

Team JNPR with Oliver were in another part of the forest filling their jars. They were able to find the right trees to extract the sap, thanks to Oliver with his knowledge. However they were having a small problem, with each jar they filled a certain orange haired girl will drink it leaving the jar empty. The archer was getting annoyed by Nora, they would have finished a while back if she hasn't been on a drinking sap frenzy. The archer was now keeping an eye on the girl, rather than keeping watch on the team in general. Just as Ren finished filling his jar for the second time Nora snatched it and just when she was about to drink it, the jar was snatched back to its owner. The hyperactive girl gave him a pout while he ignored and glance back at Jaune and Phyyra. The red head warrior have finished filling her jar but the blond leader was having problems.

"Nora please don't drink another jar."

"You're no fun" the girl pouted at Oliver's comment.

"We're done" replied Ren.

"That is if Nora doesn't get the urge to drink more sap" the teacher assistant turned to the orange haired licking her lips at sap filled jars.

"I'm done too, what about you Jaune?" Phyyra turned to the blond.

"This tree is out of sap, guess I'll have to find another one" the blond leader left.

"Don't go too far!" Oliver warned but it was too late.

"I got a bad feeling about this" the archer turned to the remaining members" you guys rendezvous with the others, I'll go after Jaune."

Jaune was checking some of the near by trees but so far, he wasn't successful finding one that had red sap stored. He checked a couple more before sighing, this usual thing has to always happen to him. The leader of JNPR blinked gazing at his surrounding, the entire place looked the same he had no idea where he was. Then the thought sink in, he was alone and in the middle of the vast forest.

"Great, I'm lost just perfect…."

"Are we really going to do this?"

"What?" Jaune recognized the voice from one of the members of CRDL, Dove at least that's what he thought.

"Yes we are, that bastard is going to pay for humiliating me."

"That's Cardin" he will definitely recognized the team leader's voice.

"He humiliated all of us too Cardin."

"That's Russel."

"Didn't he apologized to you?"

"And that must be Sky Lark."

"Yeah right like I'm going to accept that crappy apology. The headmaster must have made him to apologize, he better think again if I'm buying it."

The blond knight got closer to the sources of their voices. He spotted the team seated in a clearing. Next tot he four stood five jars filled with red sap, wait five? Jaune wondered why they needed five jars when they were four. For some reason he got a bad feeling. Was it possible that they were up something? Obviously something not good. Something else caught his sight, aside from the extra jar. There was a small wooden box that was moving, there was something inside. The blond leader had no idea what could it be, he got closer when he stepped on a branch. He gasped the sound has gotten the attention of the team.

"Who's there?!" shouted Cardin.

Jaune was about to make a break for it when Dove and Sky Lark grabbed him. Both teens brought him to their leader. Cardin saw him and looked surprise, he was the last person he was expecting to see. Now that he thought about it, he hasn't bully him since the incident at the cafeteria. Maybe because the blond was no longer his priority, someone else has gotten his attention making him hate that person, a lot. Right Oliver was the only person he wanted to beat up with all of his strength. The leader of CRDL felt almost sorry for the blond for been here. Honestly he didn't wanted to get him involve in this.

"You're in the wrong place at the wrong time, Jauney boy. You shouldn't be here."

"I got the idea hehe, well looks like I better get back to my team."

"Jaune!"

Just like that CRDL have changed their attitude when they heard the new voice. They will recognized the voice of the person who humiliated them in front of the entire cafeteria. Cardin glared hard at the incoming person in the area, he tightened his fists seeing Oliver. His hatred for the teacher assistant returned full but this time, things will be different. He has come up with a plan to humiliate him and give him some extreme pain, so he grinned. Who would have thought the person he was bullying will bring him his worst enemy. The assistant however, stood calm watching the four teams while Jaune seemed unharmed and that was strange. Something was up, their faces said they were up to no good. Without a warning Dove and Sky Lark have grabbed Jaune again making the archer vigilante glared at the leader.

"Hey what's going on? What are you guys doing?"

"Quiet Jauney boy" Cardin turned to the teacher assistant.

"Are we really going to do this?" Oliver was still calm" Look Cardin, whatever is you want can it wait until we return to Beacon? This isn't the best place."

"I think this is the best place to finally get even with you teacher's pet."

"Looks like my apology hasn't changed your mind."

"Your apology was forced, you didn't wanted to apologize."

"You got me Cardin. I didn't wanted to apologize because you don't deserve it, you're nothing but a bully who has a childish temper tantrum if he doesn't have his way."

"I'm going to make you eat those words" the leader growled before signaling to Russel.

The teen opened one of the jars of red sap and threw the red liquid on Jaune's chest.

"What gives?!"

"Cardin stop this now" Oliver glared at the teen.

"That's the same look you gave me at the cafeteria. Things are going to be different" the CRDL leader pointed at Jaune.

"There's a reason I want Jauney boy to have that red sap on him, and here it is" the tall teen was grinning picking up the small box that was moving" actually, I wanted you to be in Jauney boy's place, but this makes things more interesting."

"Do you have any idea what's in here?"

"Should I know?" the archer kept glaring.

"It's rapier wasp" Russel replied.

"That's right and their stingers packs quite a punch. But the interesting thing about rapier wasp, they sure do love the sweet taste of red sap."

Oliver's eyes widened figuring out what Cardin was up to.

"What do you think will happen if I release them, with Jauney boy covered with the red sap?"

"Let him go now. It's me you want Cardin."

"Damn right! It's you. Now, I guess I can release Jauney boy unless…."

"Unless I take his place."

"What?" Jaune stood shocked.

"Should it know a teacher's pet like you will figure out."

"What do you want Cardin?"

"Nothing, just stay still."

"You want to beat me up without me making a move."

"That's about it. If you agree to play training dummy, we will let Jauney boy go."

"Don't do it Oliver!" cried the blond knight.

"Shut it!" the CRDL leader glared.

The archer stood quiet before he started chuckling getting the attention from the team.

"What's so funny?"

"Nothing, it only proves that I was right about you and your team all along. You and your team don't belong in Beacon, none of you are worth been huntsman. You are nothing but cowards and incompetent in your fighting skills."

"Shut up!" Cardin was mad.

"The fact you're using Jaune as a hostage to prevent me from attacking proves my point Cardin. You're a coward not fit to be leader."

"That's it!" the leader of CRDL charged punching the teacher assistant in the face.

"Oliver!" Jaune panicked.

Cardin walked to the downed teen and started kicking him over and over again. Jaune stood shocked while the rest of CRDL were laughing at the sight. Was he going to stay like nothing's happening and let him continue to hit on the teacher assistant. This was happening because of him, it was his fault that Oliver was in trouble. Something inside him seem to have snapped, anger was taking over him. There was no way he was going to let this continue any further, not after Oliver believed in him. It didn't matter if he had to go against Cardin and his team, this was about saving a friend. Then Barry's words reached out to him.

"You're important, you have to show that you're not to mess with. Bullies like Cardin won't even consider respecting you if you don't respect yourself, and by doing that, you have to stood up to them. But if you keep letting him push you around, then he will continue to bully you for the rest of your life. He sees you as weakling bug that he can squash whenever he feels like, unless you show him otherwise, he will never stop."

"To stand up to yourself, you gotta have courage and to do that, you have to believe in yourself. But if you don't, might as well let everyone step on you."

"I have to believe in myself and stand up to them. I gotta respect myself" he glared at Cardin still beating Oliver up while his team was still laughing.

"Stop it!" he screamed in rage making the leader of CRDL stopped along with his team.

"Whoa, you sound angry Jauney boy" the tall teen chuckled.

"Maybe because I am!" Jaune finally got the strength to break away from Dove and Sky.

"Cardin, I finally had it with you! You're going to back away from Oliver now, or else."

"Or else what? What are you going to do?"

"I'll fight all of you if I must. But I will not stand and watch you beat my friend."

"Big words coming from you Jauney boy, but can you back them up? Can you really take all four of us?"

Jaune didn't replied but his heroic moment was shattered, by a loud roar. Everyone turned to see a rather oversize Ursai heading their way. The Grimm didn't looked happy but its eyes were on the blond teen, namely the red sap that was on his chest armor. Team CRDL saw the Grimm and the only thought that ran their heads was leaving.

"That's a big Ursai!" shouted Russel.

"Run for it!" Cardin knew this wasn't worth getting even with Oliver or messing with Jaune.

The four teens ran away like a bunch of worthless cowards while Jaune stood in his place shocked. He reacted by running to Oliver's aid and saw that he was unconscious, but what matters that he was fine. Usually the blond leader will be scared out of his mind but seeing that the teacher assistant was out, running away wasn't an option. He glared at the Ursai unsheathing his sword and preparing his shield. The Grimm charged launching one of its sharp claws but the blond blocked it with his shield. With its free claw hit him making the knight stumble. Another charge from the Ursai hitting the teen dead with its claws. Jaune hit the ground again he checked his scroll behind his shield seeing his aura level was in the red, he did took Goodwitch's advice in checking his aura level.

If this keeps up he will be drain of his aura. Without aura he will seriously get hurt, his blue eyes set on the oversize Grimm. The Ursai charge again but he blocked its attack with his shield making sure it didn't counter with its other claw. But it did and he raised Crocea Mors to counter its surprise attack. Then he felt some unknown force guide his shield blocking the attack and that was it. The Grimm was opened for an attack he unleashed a fast slash with his sword aimed at his head, decapitating the Ursai. Jaune stood shocked not believing he has done it, he was able to defeat a Grimm on his own. Maybe he had a chance to become a strong huntsman, with the right training that is.

"Oliver!" he ran to the who was slowly getting up" you okay?"

"I'll be fine, nothing aura can heal. But anyway, congratulations Jaune, you did it."

"Huh? Wait, were you awake the entire time?"

"Yes I was" the archer gave a smile.

"Then that means" Jaune realized something was odd" you could have taken Cardin on with no problem. You could have been able to beat his team like you did at the cafeteria, but you didn't why?"

"For starters I was faking, didn't like playing the defenseless victim" he kept his smile.

"You were faking the whole time! But why?"

"Because I needed to know your resolve. After seeing you stood up to Cardin and defeating the Ursai, I finally know. We're can finally begin your training. So what do you say? Are you ready?" Oliver stretch his hand.

The blond knight smiled shaking his hand" I'm ready, oh and I already spoke to Phyrra she accepted in giving me weapons training. And I apologized to her for acting like a jerk" he scratched the back of his head.

"You did the right thing. You're already acting like a true leader."

In the distance stood Phyyra watching with a smile. Next to her stood Ruby and Weiss, the red head has explained to both girls that she used her semblance to help Jaune blocked the Ursai's attack. Originally the three huntresses were going to aid the blond teen but the red head champion decided to let him fight alone, and she didn't regretted her choice. She felt so proud that Jaune was able to defeat the Grimm, with time he might become a great huntsman and leader. The three girls started walking away letting the blond leader have his moment in the spot light. Her green eyes narrowed thinking of Cardin, with her training she will make sure Jaune won't be bully again by that jerk.

"I guess Jaune didn't needed our help after all, which I'm glad. I knew he was strong all along" Ruby gave a smile.

"He is strong and soon, he will get even stronger" Phyyra smiled too.

"Still, I find it hard to believe that Oliver was beat up by Cardin so easily. Considering how he fought, back at the cafeteria. Something tells me he was faking it" said Weiss.

"Of course he was faking, I mean at the cafeteria he was all like" apologize to Velvet" and Cardin was all like" stop let me go ahhhh!" the leader of RWBY was doing an imitation of both teens.

"Ugh you're so childish" the Schnee heiress scoffed while Phyyra gave a laugh.

(Time skip)

(Location: Team RWBY dorm Beacon)

"Ruby…."

The Rose petite opened her silver eyes hearing her name been called. She removed her night mask gazing around the dark dorm. She took a quick peek at her bunk mate below, Weiss was sleeping soundly, the same with Yang hearing her light snoring. Blake's bed was empty she was obviously having one of her evening training sessions with Oliver. The scythe wielder gave a sigh, maybe she was hearing things. Or maybe she was too tired, either way she was going back to sleep. But still she could have swore someone was calling her.

"Maybe I should quit eating cookies and milk before going to bed."

"Ruby…."

Her silver eyes widened, this time she heard it pretty clear. Someone was really calling her, the voice sounded like an echo, and it came from outside of the dorm. But what if it was a ghost? The thought almost made her laugh, of course she didn't believe in such things. To think she wasn't afraid of Grimm, but ghost was a different story. Also, the voice sounded familiar so she was planning in finding out who was calling her. She jumped down from her bed, carefully not waking Weiss. The last time she woke her, the heiress she got bombarded by so many insults from her white haired partner. The rosette opened the door of the dorm gazing outside, it looked like there was nobody there. She finally left the dorm, taking a better look at the hallway.

"Ruby…."

The silver eyed girl got startled but she managed to keep her voice low. A huge smile was formed on her lips staring at the Flash before her. The scarlet speedster was smiling at her happy to see her.

"Flash...it's you. Were you the one calling me?"

"Yeah, I'm sorry for coming so late. Hope you're not angry."

"No no, of course I'm not angry at you. I will never be angry at you" she smiled widely she will always be happy whenever her idol come.

"That's good, I don't want to be on the end of your scythe" he chuckled and she giggled.

"So why are you here? I don't think anyone's in trouble at this hour."

"The reason I'm here is I have a proposal for you."

"A proposal? What..kind of proposal?" Ruby was blushing feeling her heart beating fast.

"Your semblance is speed and I was told by Barry that your speed has a limit. You can only run in short distance."

"Y..yeah, but that's because my aura levels aren't that high" the RWBY leader was surprised the scarlet vigilante knew Barry.

"That's why I'm here. I want to help you get faster, I will give you training to increase your stamina and that's the key to increase your speed. You might become fast like me."

Ruby stood shocked as her mouth was wide open.

"So what do you say? Do you accept my help?"

"Are you kidding….?" the petite has squealed like a fan girl" of course I will accept your help, I want to become fast, real fast!"

"Okay, we'll start tomorrow. Meet me outside of the school at eight o' clock sharp" he then left in a blink of an eye.

"…..….…..….…..…...…."

"YES! I'M GOING TO TRAIN WITH THE FLASH!"

"Ruby keep it down!"

"Oops sorry" she was startled by the shout coming from members of her team and the half of JNPR.

(Scene change)

Oliver has changed into his gym clothes heading straight for the place. It will be another night of training, but this one will be different. He was fulfilling his word and tonight, he will start training Jaune in hand to hand combat. While Phyrra agreed to help him train in how to use better his weapons, especially when her weapons were similar to the blond knight. As he reached the double doors that lead to his gym he saw Blake. The raven haired faunus was wearing her sleeping clothes giving the archer the idea that tonight he won't be able to help her train. As he got closer the faunus turned to him with a small smile, which it was unusual from her. Blake wasn't the kind of person who will smile often nevertheless, he admitted she has a beautiful smile.

"Sorry to say I won't be training you tonight. But you probably know that."

"Phyyra told me you're training Jaune now."

"He has a long way to go, I think I have my work cut out."

"I think you'll do fine."

"Thanks for the vote of confidence, I'm going to need it" he smiled and he noticed Blake felt a bit flustered she avoided eye contact.

"Is something-"

"I want to thank you" she interrupted him.

"Thank me? For what?"

"For what you did for Velvet. I can't stand seeing other faunus getting treated like that. Cardin had that coming."

"You're thanking me for what I did for Velvet, or for what I did to Cardin?" he raised an eyebrow with a smile.

"Both" she smiled again.

"I'm going to do whatever it takes for faunus to be treated equally. At least the ones, in the school. I think it's a good start to express tolerance for the faunus."

"Good luck with that. I better get back, train hard" she left before giving him one last glance.

Oliver gave a chuckled as he entered the gym. Jaune was already there wearing a white shirt with one blue long sweat pants and white sneakers. Phyrra was next to the blond leader and he wasn't surprised. The red head warrior has been very supportive for the blond knight making him think if Jaune knew how lucky he was to have a partner like Phyyra. The archer saw the blonds face, he looked mighty eager to begin. The thought made him laugh, he won't be eager once they start. He admitted the training wasn't going to be easy, if he wanted to teach him everything he knows regarding martial arts it was going to take a long time for Jaune to become the hero he has always dreamed. His heart was in the right place unlike Cardin.

"You're early."

"Yeah, I want to start as soon as possible."

"I think Jaune should start training with you before I get the chance" said Phyyra.

"Good idea, the torture will begin sooner than I thought" the archer gave a smile.

"Um hehe..you're joking?" the blond teen stood looking nervous.

"He's kidding right?" he turned to the red head champion.

"Jaune you have to know I will not easy on you. If you want to get strong, then we'll have to follow this training all the way. We'll do things my way."

"O..okay I trust you, and Phyyra too" his comment made the red head smiled.

"Well then" Oliver smiled" let's start with the basics."

(Scene change)

(Location: Vale Public Library)

The tall building that was usually closed due it was late in the night, stood with the front door frozen and opened, mostly shattered and the alarm was also frozen. Some of the large book shelves have also been frozen while there was a long trail of books. Leonard Snart have been searching, book after book until he found the ones he was interested. The clever criminal wanted information of this world to get to know it better. Mick had a bore expression on his face, he was never a fan of books he usually saw the library as one of the most boring places in the world. He hated that this world also have libraries, he will let his partner find the book he was looking for. Finally Snart have found a big book, which he's been ready for almost an hour. The owner of the cold gun walked towards his pyromaniac partner while keeping his eyes on the book.

"Remnant, dust, the four kingdoms, huntsman and huntresses, Grimm, lien, aura, semblance, combat schools, faunus. I must admit, all this information is truly unreal."

"I don't like this world. If it's true about the money here, I don't want to stay here" Mick glared.

"Calm down partner, the money is the least of our worries."

"It's a big problem for me Snart. I don't want plastic cards for money, I want dollar bills, you know the green pay."

"Sorry to disappoint you, but dollar bills don't exist here. If everything that's written here true, then this world is very interesting."

"Whatever, if I ever see that freak in the gold helmet again I'll burn him to a crisp."

"I know something that will cheer you up" Cold threw him a book that the pyromaniac caught with his free hand.

"Crime history in Remnant, hm...not bad. I might give this a read."

"Every single crime done in this world is written there. The more we know about its crime history, the better for us.

"We have to know the competition" Mick gave a grin.

"Exactly, you're finally seeing things my way. Imagine if we bring down all the big wigs of crime in this world, leaving only us. We will be the owners of the four kingdoms. The kings of Remnant."

"I like the sound of that, count me in."

"Well, we have what we came here for. No need staying here, let's go Mick."

"Wait Snart, can I burn the whole place?" his grin was filled with excitement.

"We have the books we need. Why not, enjoy yourself."

Mick gave another grin putting his goggles and activated his heat gun. The high temperature flames embraced everything in its path. The books, the shelves along with the rest of the library. Both criminals left the building walking with grins in their faces. It was a new beginning for Cold and Heat Wave, and that's why Remnant better beware.

Because The Rogues were in town.

To be continued

-Phew 48 pages and over 16k words, probably the longest chapter I have ever written for this story so far.

-I know I change many things from canon. Honestly I didn't like Cardin blackmailing Jaune. I also wanted for Jaune to see Barry and Oliver to be his positive role models. I wanted something in common between the two and him. Barry knowing the feeling of having a bully tormenting you (his experience and battle with Tony Woodward) and with Oliver, his desire to become strong for the better.

-I like Jaune's character a lot. He's the usual underdog that eventually becomes a strong person in the future. I really hope when volume 3 is release they show his semblance, I can't wait to see it. But anyway with Oliver training him and with additional help from Phyyra you folks will see he will become strong in this story.

-Speaking of volume 3, does anyone know the official release date? I only know that it's going to be release late this year, but we're only three months away from the new year, so anyone knows when?

-Later in the story I will be focusing on team JNPR. I want them to share the spot light too, along with team CFVY.

-I will say this now, before going to the story events of volume 2 I will be writing a couple of filler chapters (but they will be very important for this story). So hopefully you guys will like them.

-Yet again I thank you all for the favs, follows and reviews I always appreciate it. As a thank you gift I will show a small teaser preview of the next chapter:

"I want to hear your real voice" Ruby said staring at the Flash" I want to know everything about you, even...your face."

"What…?" the scarlet speedster couldn't believe he heard right.

"I want to see your face, behind that mask. Please…." her silver eyes were shinning with hope.

"…..…..….…..."

"Please Flash, you can trust me with anything."

"You really want to see the face behind this mask?"

"More than anything" she smiled.

"…..…..….….….…..….….….."

To Ruby's joy the speedster vigilante reached for his mask and pulled it upward, it was about to be remove.

Next time: Facing your Demons