Heroes in Remnant

by Gravenimage

Arrow/Flash/RWBY crossover after a tragic twist of fate Oliver and Barry get a chance to start a new life in a new world. Will they live a normal life or continue their calling as vigilantes? MAJOR SPOILERS pairings are BlackArrow and FlashRose other pairings will be included too. Alt endings to Arrow season 3 and Flash season 1. DISCONTINUED

11. First Mission

Disclaimer: I don't own Arrow, Flash and RWBY they are the rightful property of DC comics and Roosterteeth.

Italics are thoughts

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

**Communications through scrolls and other devices

Chapter 11 First Mission

"Alone we can do so little; Together we can do so much."

-Hellen Keller-

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(Time skip: one week later)

(Location: arena combat class Beacon Academy Vale Remnant)

It was just another day of school, even when it was near for the semester to end and the beginning of the Christmas break. They were in Goodwitch class as they were already two students in a match. Representing team RWBY was Yang and her opponent, representing team CRDL Russel Thrush. Though the fight just started everyone present knew who was going to be the winner. Russel has used a couple of quick attacks, but the blond brawler blocked and countered giving the male teen a good punch on the chin. She has performed a couple of combos, on both the ground and the air. Pretty much Russel didn't stood a chance. Ruby cheered loudly for her older sister alongside Nora while Weiss and Blake watched like they weren't surprise that the member of CRDL was getting beat up badly.

Oliver and Barry watched from the side lines knowing very well the winner of the was already decided before it even started. Yang had the skills and the training making her a very strong opponent, Russel was the opposite. The archer could care less of his training, he knew team CRDL were incompetents and irresponsible not taking their roles as future huntsman seriously. As long as Cardin and his team were behaving like a bunch of immature bullies, he won't acknowledge any of them as true huntsman. Barry did felt a bit sorry for Russel, though he was able to fight, next to Yang he was nothing but a defenseless puppy. Finally the member of CRDL's aura has hit the red declaring the blond brawler the winner of the match. Minutes later Yang returned to her teammate with a grin in her face while being congratulated by Ruby and JNPR.

"Well done Miss Xiao Long. Perhaps the next time, you should consider going easy on your opponent."

"Heh, sorry" the blond grinned thinking she might have gone a bit too far against Russel.

"It seems we have time for one more match. Now are there any volunteers?" Goodwitch gazed at the seats.

Phyyra gave a slight cough as she made Jaune raised his hand" what the-Phyyra what are-"

"Mr. Arc, so good you decided to volunteer. Now to find you an opponent" the blond Huntress was checking on her scroll.

"What are you doing?" Jaune asked the red head champion.

"I think it's time you show your new developed skills in a match. You have been training very hard, in the last couple of months" she smiled.

"I guess, I wonder who will be my opponent."

"Mr. Winchester….." called Goodwitch.

"You got to be kidding" the blond knight gulped.

"You can do it Jaune" said the red head.

"Yeah Jauney you're stronger now, you can kick Cardin's butt now" said Nora.

"I do believe she's right" followed Ren.

"Well I'm sticking Cardin will beat him" said Yang.

"Yang! Why are you against Jaune?" said Ruby.

"I just like taking the better chances that's all, nothing personal Jaune."

"Oh yeah! Well I bet fifty lien Jauney will kick Cardin's butt!" said the orange haired girl.

"You're on Nora!"

Hmph….another win for me" Cardin grinned before heading to the locker room to change.

"Jaune, this is your chance. You can finally show him you're not the same person he used to pick on" said Oliver.

"Yeah, I won't lose. I can't accept defeat.

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(Time skip)

Jaune has changed to his combat clothes, entering the arena. His blue eyes were on Goodwitch and his opponent Cardin Winchester. It felt like deja vu when he first fought the tall teen. But back then, he was only the weakling Jaune who never pass his father's training, the same person who ran away from his home taking his family weapons and got his hands on forge transcripts. For months he has spend training his body and mind with Oliver and learning to use his weapons with Phyyra. The teacher assistant was right, he wasn't the same person when he started at Beacon. Everyone was cheering for him while the leader of CRDL was shaking his head, thinking the blond doesn't stand a chance. He was now next to the Winchester with Goodwitch in the middle, he readied his sword and shield.

"Go Jaune!" said Ruby.

"Don't forget your training, you can do it!" said Phyyra.

"Break every bone in his body!"

"Nora please, there's need for that" said Ren.

"Remember the most important thing in a fight Jaune, focus. With a focus mind you're more prepare for any kind of opponent. Cardin doesn't think clearly in his attack patterns he has no battle strategy, except for a full frontal assault. Use that information to your advantage."

"I will" the blond gave a nod.

"You can do this Jaune, you're ready for this fight" Oliver remembered in one of his lessons to the blond leader.

"Are both contestants ready? Remember whoever aura's level reaches the red will lose the match" said the blond teacher.

Jaune only gave a nod while Cardin was grinning.

"Ready to lose again Jauney boy."

"I don't feel like losing today Cardin."

"That's too bad. Guess I will have to remind you" the tall teen readied his mace.

"Begin!"

Cardin made the first move feeling like finishing the blond now, he charged with his mace raising it right above his head. But the attack was blocked, Jaune used his shield and countered hitting Winchester with said shield. The teen staggered and the blond leader took his chance performing some quick attacks with his sword. Everyone stood in awe at his reaction time. CRDL's leader got angry and tried attacking only to be blocked again by his shield, he countered with his sword this time. He was shocked gazing at Jaune's expression, it was so serious like he was a different person. By now, he has lost his patience there was no way he was getting beaten, especially when he hasn't landed one single attack on the blond. But from the look of things everyone knew who had the advantage on who.

"I refuse to let him out best me" glared Cardin.

But no matter what kind of attack he unleashed, Jaune will always find a way to block and counter. For the blond leader he knew Oliver was right all along. All of his attack patterns were the same and he wasn't planning any strategy just charged in head first. That lead the blond knight to have the upper hand by predicting his moves, meaning he had this match in the bag. His teammates and friends were still cheering him on and that gave him more strength to win. Now, it was perfectly clear he could have never gotten this strong without the help of his friends. Phyyra told him, that everyone needs a push every now and then, she was right. With a flurry of attacks on Winchester he managed to removed his mace while shocked the leader of CRDL.

"That's enough, the match's over. Mr. Winchester's aura has reached the red."

"No way...I lost…."

"Yeah you did it Jaune!" shouted Ruby.

"Pay up Yang!" followed Nora.

"I'll pay you later."

"Boo don't be a sore loser!"

"Well done Mr. Arc. You have certainly improved, since the semester started" said Goodwitch.

"Thanks Professor Goodwitch" he smiled as he was leaving the arena.

"Aaaahhhhh!" Cardin ran at him with his mace filled with so much anger.

"Mr. Winchester the match is over, stop right now!"

"Jaune look out!" cried Phyyra.

The blond knight gazed from the corner of his eye and reacted on cheer instinct. He rolled over getting behind the Winchester and performed an upward attack sending the tall teen to the ground. Jaune sighed watching the leader getting up, giving him a glare.

"Cardin, the match's over. We can have another match later if you like."

"Listen to you Jauney boy, acting all high and mighty."

"I don't consider myself high and mighty. Actually I see myself as someone who has become strong because I have friends who believe in me. Besides, being all high and mighty is kind of your thing."

Cardin glared at his comment before he could feel a dark aura coming from behind him. He was met by the sight of a very angry Glynda Goodwitch. The Winchester has never being so scared since he saw that big Ursai at Forever Fall, he knew he was in big trouble. Because of this she will punish him severely, and this wasn't the first time he has been scolded or punish by the blond huntress. His actions, bullying and not paying attention in class has earned him such. Now he was fearing the worst, because if looks could kill, he would been dead twenty times all over.

"Congratulations Mr. Winchester, you just earn yourself another week of detention with me."

"Oh no, not again…."

"That will be all the time we have for today, class you're all dismissed."

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(Scene change)

After Jaune won the match and was congratulated by everyone, the group headed towards the cafeteria to get lunch. The blond knight was still feeling embarrassed for getting so much praised, it couldn't be help he has gotten better since he joined the school. Now he felt like he truly belong in this prestigious school, no longer being too weak, or a burden. He tried so hard not to cry, he has become worthy of being a leader, if only his father were here to see him. Maybe he will change his mind of him, and maybe he will start feeling proud for his son. The Arc gazed at Phyyra smiling at him and Oliver giving him a nod of approval, he truly has a chance to become a great huntsman.

"That was so cool how Jauney owned butt face Cardin!" it had to be Nora.

"Yeah, he was like "hya, yah ah!" and Cardin was like" ouch, what? I lost?" and of course Ruby joined in.

"It was really impressive Jaune, all that torture Oliver put you wasn't for nothing" Barry gave a chuckle while his partner rolled his eyes.

"My favorite part was when you used that rolling attack, didn't see that coming" Yang said.

"You still owed me fifty lien!" Nora pointed at the blond brawler.

"I'll pay you later."

"Well I think you were great Jaune. Cardin won't be messing with you after that" smiled Phyyra.

"I have a feeling he will keep on bullying me."

"But this time he will lose. Remember you're a new Jaune" replied Oliver.

"It feels great to finally stood up to your bully" said the speedster while the blond leader gave a nod.

"So everyone, what are your plans for the end of the semester?" asked Phyyra.

"Plans?" said the speedster.

"Well, we are in the month of Christmas" said Ren.

"Yay Christmas break!" said the RWBY leader.

"Me and my family will be spending time with Ren's family" said the happy Valkyrie.

"Are families are close friends" replied Ren.

"Me and Yang will obviously be with our family" Ruby smiled while the blond brawler gave a nod.

"Christmas….?" Weiss stood in deep thought.

"What's wrong Weiss?" said Yang.

"It's nothing, but anyway, I suppose I'll be spending time with my family" she hide her somber tone, pretending she was happy.

"Same for me" smiled the red head champion while gazing at Jaune who seemed to be uncomfortable.

Blake was listening to the entire conversation but she was reading one of her books, of course she didn't wanted to say a word of her plans for Christmas.

"I think I might work at Junior's club until the end of the month" said Oliver.

"What about you Barry?" Ruby smiled at the teen.

"Uh, I don't know. Maybe I'll help Oliver with work" the teacher assistant seemed hesitant.

"Oh, that's okay" the petite forced a smile while Yang was looking at her.

"Come on guys, I'm hungry. I want to be first in line at the cafeteria" the leader of JNPR went ahead.

"Oh I hope they have cheesecake with red sap filling!" cried a joyous Nora.

"The last time you ate all of the cheesecake, so I doubt they will have it" followed Ren.

"That will explain Nora's hyperactive nature" Barry whispered to Ruby making her laughed.

Once JNPR went ahead Yang got closer to her younger sister elbowing her on the side.

"So….?"

"What?"

"Ask Barry to join us for Christmas?"

"You heard him, he's helping Oliver. I don't think he'll say yes."

"Not unless you try and ask him."

The scythe wielder twiddle her thumbs showing some anxiety.

"Something wrong Ruby?" asked Barry.

"No, it's nothing."

As team RWBY were heading to the cafeteria to join JNPR, Ruby has suddenly stopped. Her silver eyes widened having a familiar feeling, she was having another vision. Or more precise, memories that belong to Barry.

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Barry entered his office ready to watch the broadcast, they were minutes for the activation of the Particle Accelerator. His eyes were in the window watching as there was a huge explosion coming from Star Labs. No doubt it was the Particle Accelerator, but something was wrong. A large wave has hit over the city and the young man heard the lightning from above. As he went to the open roof of his office he was struck by a lightning bold that send him to the ground and crashing most of his equipment and chemicals.

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"Ruby, you okay?" Yang got worried gazing at the girl who seemed to have spaced out.

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Barry was taken to the hospital and the medics were doing everything they could to stabilize his condition. Joe stood watching in tears until he was met by an older man in a wheel chair, with glasses.

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"Ruby?" the blond was shaking her sister.

"Is she okay?" Barry got closer, he too was worried.

"I don't know she looks like she's spacing out."

"I….what happened?" the RWBY leader snapped out.

"You tell me sis, you spaced out."

"I don't know, guess I was thinking about something" she forced a smile.

"You sure….?" the speedster was still worried.

Blake had lowered her book and she had her complete attention on her teammate and leader, she closed the book in thought. The raven haired faunus had a feeling that she knew what has happening to the teen. And here she too, she was the only one who had the same thing, aware she and Ruby have something in common. The cat faunus gave Oliver a look and the archer was able to understand what she meant. Somehow they learn to understand each other with a simple gaze. As for Oliver, he will like if she tells him what's going on later or he will find out on his own.

"Why don't you guys go to the cafeteria? I would like to talk to Ruby alone?"

"What?" Yang turned to Weiss who had the same quizzical expression.

"We'll catch up later" Blake gave them a small smile.

"Um...okay sure, we'll wait for you guys" the blond brawler left with the Schnee heiress.

"Are you sure-"

"Let's go Barry" Oliver made him leave with him.

Once they were gone the raven haired girl went to the confused petite.

"Blake why-"

"Listen Ruby, you need to be honest with me okay?"

"Okay, sure I guess."

"The reason you spaced out, is it because you're having visions?"

Ruby was shocked" how...how do you know?"

"They're not visions, but memories. You're seeing someone's memories?"

The rosette was never a good liar so she knew she had to come clean. Honestly, she didn't wanted to tell Yang because she will get worried. What kind of explanation there is for seeing another person's memories? But it won't be bad if she at least tells Blake, since she seems to know. She was aware she needed to tell Yang and Weiss about it, they were part of the team after all. They wasn't going to be any secrets between them.

"Yeah, I've been having those memories."

"How long?"

"For months now I don't know why. It's not normal."

"Whose memories? If you've have been having them for months, then you must know the person's memories."

Ruby gave a nod as her silver eyes softened" its Barry…."

"Barry?" Blake was shocked.

"I've been seeing memories from him. It's like his entire life is passing right through my eyes. I still don't know how or why, and there's more. Some of the memories I've seen, he's older, I saw him as a child, then a teenager and now an adult…."

"Ruby...did you started seeing Barry's memories when you unlocked his aura?"

"What….? How do you know Blake? I started having them the moment I awoke his aura."

"Because its the same with me. Ever since I awoke Oliver's aura, I've being seeing his memories. I've being seeing right through his life and many things he had to endure in his past."

"Okay, so I awoke Barry's aura and you awoke Oliver's aura, and now we're both seeing their memories. So what does that mean for us?"

"More importantly, how are we able to see through their memories?"

"I wonder if there's anyone who can help us. Do you think we should tell Professor Ozpin?" the rosette pondered.

"I see no harm in asking him. But we should do it after lunch."

"Right, I am hungry."

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(Time skip)

(Location: Headmaster's office)

Ozpin has been very busy for the past couple of months. All because of the Vital Festival, since Vale was hosting it this year. It was his responsibility that everything goes according to plan. The Festival itself was easy, the tournament was the complicated part. The headmaster rubbed his forehead, who would have thought this work was going to be hard. There was also the fact the council was on his back making sure he doesn't go astray from his job. He gave a sigh checking the pile of papers on his desk, thank goodness he has coffee to help him stay calm. It was impossible to live without such, he was interrupted from his work by a call from Goodwitch telling him he had people to see him. He couldn't be any happier for the visitors, anything to make to stop this infernal work.

"Miss Rose, Miss Belladonna what a lovely surprise" he smiled seeing both girls entering his office.

"Hey Professor Ozpin, you seem to be in a good mood" said the rosette.

"I am now that you're here."

"Huh….?"

"Never mind, what brings you both to my office?"

"There's something we would like to talk about with you, hoping you could help us."

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

"Um, well I it's about Barry and Oliver…." the leader of RWBY was getting nervous getting to the topic.

"What she's trying to say is, it's about when we awoke Oliver and Barry's aura" spoke Blake.

"Yes Mr. Queen already told me about what you two did for him and Mr. Allen. What about it?"

"Ever since we did that, we...we've been having visions" Ruby explained.

"Visions….? Please be more specific Miss Rose" the headmaster looked interested.

"It's not visions, it's their memories. I've being seeing Barry's memories, and Blake has being seeing Oliver's."

"Hm interesting, so what you're saying is, you unlocked their aura and now you're experiencing their memories right through your eyes. For how long has this being going on?"

"Well Professor you see, I don't want to get you upset or anything but…."

"It's being happening for months Professor Ozpin. It's being that long but we couldn't understand it, not at first. But we're clear now, we are seeing their past and none of us know how is this happening or why. We hope you will know and might be able to help" said Blake.

The headmaster was in deep thought as he got up from his desk. Ruby looked nervous, thinking he will get angry because they waited so long to tell him. He took another sip from his coffee while taking a glance at the rosette, she was starting to get frightened. She was obviously the kind of girl that will get scold by her parents if she keeps a secret for too long. Yet the raven haired faunus stood calm, waiting for his answer. Ozpin took another sip making the scythe wielder looked desperate, that made him chuckled.

"It's all right Miss Rose I'm not upset. I was merely surprised you two are experiencing such."

"You said it like it's not the first time this has happen" replied the raven haired girl.

"I do know the cause Miss Belladonna. What you and Miss Rose are experiencing is only temporary, it will last no less than a year."

"But how is this happening?" asked Blake.

"Miss Rose, you and Mr. Allen are close?"

"Um...I, we're good friends" the rosette has blushed while fidgeting.

"And you Miss Belladonna, are you and Mr. Queen good friends?"

"I guess we are" the cat faunus kept her composure.

"There's your how, sharing a strong bond. Unlocking someone's aura at such conditions causes the person who awakens it to create a connection with that person. That connection, is to see the memories of his past. The more memories you see, the stronger the bond."

"I guess that explains it" said the RWBY leader.

"Now, may I ask how many memories have you seen?"

"Just a couple, most its the same memory" said Blake.

"Same for me" the rosette gave a force smile.

"I see, and I suppose Mr. Allen and Mr. Queen don't know anything?"

"I haven't told him" the scythe wielder lowered her head.

"No I haven't" followed the faunus.

"It's understandable you want to keep quiet. But perhaps it will be better to share your secret, if they're truly your friends that is. I won't say a word, it will be up to you."

"Tell Barry…." Ruby looked thoughtful.

The raven haired faunus only gave a nod.

"Thanks Professor Ozpin, guess we better be going."

"Really? If that's all? If you have more questions, I'll be happy to answer them."

"That will be all Professor thanks" Ruby left the office with Blake following.

Ozpin gave a sigh taking a sip" well, back to business…."

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(Time skip)

(Location: JNPR dorm)

Team RWBY gathered in the dorm they were on the left, while JNPR stood on the right. Barry and Oliver were present because of a game the speedster come up. There were two white boards and each of the teacher assistant were holding a stack of small cards. The game was of someone drawing a picture depending on what the contestant read from one of the cards, then the partner of the contestant will guess the picture. They had a three minute time limit to guess the picture correctly and the scoreboard was 1 to 1, they just recently started. Gazing to the left team RWBY looked pretty and pumped looking forward to another round. Oliver had the cards for JNPR and Barry for the other team.

"It's JNPR's turn, you're up Ren" said Barry.

The boy in green went to pick a card and quickly knew what to draw while Nora was pretty hyped to begin. He started drawing something thin and made a couple while the orange haired girl had her eyes shinning like she already knew what it was.

"Pancakes!"

"It should be obvious you would have it right Nora" said Ren.

"Hey that was too easy, it's no fair" whined Yang.

"I agreed, Oliver I think you should give them something a little more challenging" said Barry.

"You're on RWBY's side, it's all part of the competition" said the archer.

"Whatever its their turn, you're up Weiss."

The Schnee heiress got up and read the card the speedster has shown her. She frowned gazing back at Ruby, the one to guess what she was about to draw. The white haired girl started drawing something big, like a big house, probably a mansion. Everyone present had no idea what it was, except for Barry who showed the Schnee heiress the card with the word she had to draw. Ruby was confused of the sight, she didn't had a clue so the only thing she could do was take wild guesses until she get it right.

"A Grimm...it's an Ursai!" her comment made Weiss cringed as she to the large drawing.

She followed with drawing something tall in the building shape drawing, while the young Rose still had no idea what she was seeing. Blake shook her head and decided to read a book like she knew they were going to lose and Yang just sighed she also knew they were going to lose this one.

"Weiss I seriously don't know, is it a Nevermore?"

The white haired girl face palmed losing her patience she followed with adding a bridge with lamp post.

"Is it a Deathstalker?"

"Ruby I don't think it's a Grimm."

"Barry don't help her" Oliver scolded.

Finally Weiss couldn't take it anymore as she threw the black marker from frustration" its Beacon you dunce!"

"Beacon….? It doesn't look like the school" blinked the rosette.

"Yep it looks nothing like Beacon" Yang followed.

"Stop it! It is the school, see this is Beacon tower" the Schnee heiress pointed to the tower shape drawing.

"I think you should take drawing lessons first before competing in this game" grinned the blond brawler while Ruby laughed.

"How rude, there is nothing wrong with the way I draw" she crossed her arms.

"I thought it was the movie theater from downtown" Jaune said.

"The one that has the tower monument?" followed Phyyra.

"Yeah, that one."

"Well team RWBY loses this round, which makes JNPR in the lead with two on one."

"Yeah we rule! I'm queen of the castle! I'm queen of the castle!" said Nora.

"No fair" bumped the rosette" Weiss, next time I'm drawing."

"As if" frowned the Schnee heiress.

Ruby's scroll beeped as she opened it having a new message. Her silver eyes widened reading it thoroughly" its from Professor Ozpin, he says he wants us to meet him at the auditorium, he says its urgent."

"Are you guys in trouble? Did you do something wrong?" Jaune got worried.

"Not that I'm aware of" replied the petite leader.

"It's probably one of his lectures" replied Weiss.

"I hope its something about beating Grimm up" Yang said happily.

"Looks like we will have to cancel the game for today" said Barry.

"That's all right, I'm sure we can continue next time" said Phyrra.

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(Scene change)

Just like the message said, the headmaster waiting for the girls at the auditorium alongside Goodwitch. Ozpin was checking his scroll, his expression was serious. Whatever he was seeing wasn't good it made Ruby worried that they could be in trouble. But she hasn't done anything bad, and the same with her team. Maybe he was giving them detention, that will be the worst punishment, especially if the detention is to spend the day with Goodwitch. Ozpin has closed his scroll looking in deep thought, his face was still the same like they weren't any good news. Goodiwtch was in deep thought, she didn't looked happy. The rosette knew she has never seen the blond huntress smiled before, maybe the last part was an understatement.

"Glad that you're here on time" said the headmaster.

"What is it Professor Ozpin?" asked the young Rose.

"Did something happened?" asked Yang.

"The reason I contacted you four is since we're almost at the end of the semester, I have decided that it's time team RWBY gets their first mission."

"Really?" the leader stood shocked along with the rest.

"You will head to the bullhead ship at the front of the school and you will be fill in on the details from the elite huntsmen who will be accompanying you. They will be responsible to guide you throughout the mission, please obey their orders at all cost. Are there any questions?"

"None whatsoever" replied the cheery Rose.

"Very well, head out immediately and good luck."

They nodded while Goodiwtch gave a sigh" are you sure it's wise to send them on a mission so soon?"

"They need to be prepare for anything Glynda. This mission will be perfect to start their roles as huntresses."

"I just hope you're right. They're suppose to start missions in the second semester."

"They'll be fine. After all, they're not going alone."

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(Scene change)

Team RWBY has prepared their weapons and gear walking towards the bullhead ship dock at the front of the school. Ruby looked very hyped because they were finally having their first mission, it was a chance to prove they were worthy in being huntresses in training. It was also what the young Rose wanted since she was younger, fight evil, save the innocent, to be a hero. Yang was hyped because of the thrill, Weiss wanted to prove herself as a huntress and Blake because it was the right thing to do. Yet the only thing they weren't feeling was fear, or they weren't nervous in the slightest.

"Can't believe we're going on our first mission" said Yang.

"I'm really excited!" followed Ruby.

"I wonder who is going to be the elite hunter who will be coming with us" said Weiss.

A red blur arrived near the ship as Ruby smiled spotting the Flash. Then another person was next to the scarlet speedster, the Arrow of course was present too. Yang and Weiss were surprised while Blake smiled at the sight of the green hooded archer.

"We've been expecting you team RWBY" said the Arrow in his deep voice.

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(Scene change)

Team RWBY stood seated on the ship waiting to arrive to their destination, and better yet, waiting for their mission. It was their first mission and yet, they had no idea what it was about. The Arrow was seated in the corner checking his scroll, while the Flash went ahead, he was probably already there waiting for them. It was quiet for a while and anxiety was starting to the get the better of the girls. All except Blake, the cat faunus knew something was really bothering the archer vigilante. His expression as he gazed at his scroll, something bad must have happened and she bet it has something to do with their mission. Maybe she knew him enough to read his face and probably his mind. With the addition that she has seen many of his memories.

"Listen up. There has been an accident in Vale bridge northeast of the highway. A school bus has crashed and its currently hanging by the border of the bridge, the bus is filled with children, thirty of them…."

The archer saw as team RWBY has changed their expression. From anxiety, to shocked and horror, Ruby most of all. The young Rose stood still on her seat looking horrified, he had his doubts if they'll be able to take this mission. He was wondering why Ozpin chose this one for the girl team, as their first mission. They were huntresses, their main objective was to hunt down Grimm, of course they're suppose to protect the people and save lives. Apparently the headmaster has forgotten that the leader of RWBY was a fifteen year old girl that was sent to Beacon two years ahead. The hooded archer saw Yang trying to cheer her sister up, but it wasn't working. Maybe the revelation was too much for the girl, maybe it was enough to traumatize her. The Arrow decided to resume the briefing, it was very important to say all the details.

"The bus is balancing between the edge of the bridge, the possibility is high that it might fall to the river along with those children. That's not all, the police have reported sightings of Grimm near the bridge, as well as outside on the outskirts of the border."

"Geez, thanks for being the informant of good news" Yang was still holding Ruby.

"The police are doing everything they can to stop them, but it's not enough. That's where we come in, your mission is to rescue the children on the bus. Flash went ahead and he's probably took down the Grimm on the outskirt as I speak. I will also provide backup, any Grimm you see near the bus, take it out."

The hooded archer took a small breath gazing at the shocked Ruby" though, this is your first mission it is up to you to decided if you want to accept it. It might be a little tough for you Ruby-"

"No" the Rose petite got up looking serious, her silver eyes were filled with determination" we're doing this mission, we're saving all those kids. Team RWBY isn't backing down from this."

Yang smiled ruffing her sister's hair while Blake and Weiss gave a nod. As small smile was spread on the archer's lips.

"All right, just remember you're not alone. You're a team, don't forget your teamwork, stay close to each other, and follow your leader's instructions."

*We're here came the voice of the pilot from the voice box.

"Take us in position!" The Arrow walked to the controls of the hatch and pulled the lever down.

The hatch slowly opened revealing a windy weather and the afternoon sun. Below them stood the large bridge built from concrete and steel with a barricade and the VPD task force behind it trying to keep any Grimm at bay. Their eyes were now on their mission, the bus stop that was currently hanging by the broken border of the bridge. They saw the children were screaming and crying from the fear, it was true the bus wasn't going to hold for too long. The green hooded vigilante shoot an arrow reaching reaching down one of the pillar of the bridge creating a long zip line. He needed to be careful with the wind that it might cased the line to become unsteady.

"Go!"

Ruby took Crescent Rose and use it to slide through the line. Weiss used her glyphs to get down, Blake used Gambol Shroud in sickle mode to slide down and Yang with Ember Celica came down. The archer was the last one as he got rid of the zip line letting the bullhead ship to leave. The Arrow saw the team heading straight to the school bus, they already knew their mission, so he was going to do he's. He spotted Grimm at the corner of the bridge, a couple of beowulf he used three arrows straight at their heads. Another Grimm was taken down by the red blur known as the Flash, he approached the green hooded archer.

"There are so many Grimm on the outskirts. I took down a hundred, and there are like a hundred more coming this way."

"We can't let them get to the bridge. Whatever happens, we have to make sure team RWBY gets time to save the children."

"Guys?" Ruby watched the two vigilantes in the distance" I know we're in the middle of a very serious mission, but working alongside the Flash and the Arrow, so cool!"

"Ruby!" scolded Weiss.

"Right! Blake tied up the buss, Weiss use one of your glyph to keep it from falling, Yang take down that back emergency door, I'll handle the rest."

Just like that team RWBY made their move. Blake used her weapon in sickle mode tying it around the back of the bus, she gave it a couple of push making sure it was tight enough. Weiss cast a glyph on the back of the school vehicle, doing so the bust wasn't going nowhere. Yang charged at the back door use for emergency only and rip it open with her strength. The petite leader grinned knowing she will do well, thanks to her training with the scarlet speedster.

"I have the need for speed."

The rosette sheathed her scythe and used her semblance vanishing in a black and red blur, followed by a trail of rose petals. She was saving the frightened children two by two and thanks to the speedster's training, she was going quite fast. The teen leader managed to save all the kinds just in time as Blake's weapon lost grip on the bus and Weiss released her glyph not wanting to use too much of her aura. Before Ruby made a victory sign she heard screaming coming from inside the school vehicle. Her silver eyes widened in horror, of course she has forgotten to save someone, and she hated herself for making such mistake.

"Oh no the driver!"

A red blur with lightning arrived at the nick of time to get the middle aged bus driver out of the vehicle. Once everyone made it out of the bus the police force came to get the kids and the adult out of harm's way. They were still Grimm in the vicinity that needed to be taken care of. Team RWBY head out without any orders, they knew what to do. They followed the speedster aiding the Arrow with the incoming creatures near the bridge. Ruby teamed up with the Flash, Weiss teamed up with Yang and Blake teamed up with the hooded archer. Combination of teams and attacks tore to every Grimm like an unstoppable storm, soon they were all eliminated. The battle was over and team RWBY just cheered at the results from their first mission.

"Not bad" said the Arrow.

"That's it? Come on give them a little more credit they were amazing" said the Flash.

"I say we rule" Ruby chimed in with a smile.

"I think we should give credit for the Arrow and the Flash for holding off the Grimm. Thanks to them, we we're able to save the kids" said Blake.

"We all contributed on something and we performed as expected of a team" said Weiss seriously but on the inside, she was happy with everyone's efforts.

"Hey sis, what's with that cheesy line? I got the need for speed" Yang was smirking.

"Hey, it's not cheesy it's cool" the rosette pouted.

"Flash are you teaching her those lines?" asked the blond brawler.

"Don't look at me, I'm only teaching her to go faster" the speedster defended.

"There is nothing wrong with my line. Compare to your lame puns."

"Hey, lay off my puns. They are original and funny" Yang looked offended while the rest of RWBY sighed.

The Arrow gazed in the distance. By now the parents of those children have arrived, thanks to the police for contacting them. Mothers and fathers were crying as they hold their kids with joy, happy that they were safe and sound. Among those children, there were also faunus, whom the archer turned to Blake and she smiled always glad to help her own kind. There kids and the bus driver were saved and there were no casualties, which made the results of RWBY's first mission a complete success. He took a glance at Flash who was talking to Ruby, both were very happy and he didn't argue that they shouldn't. The only thing left to do, the green archer opened his scroll and contact the headmaster of Beacon.

"Professor Ozpin, mission accomplished. We're heading back."

---

(Time skip)

(Location: Beacon Academy Team RWBY dorm)

Ruby stood on her bed doing one of her usual routines of giving maintenance to her weapon. She always has to give Crescent Rose a check up, that includes a tune up and cleaning up the weapon's parts with a soft cloth. The rosette always takes her time because her scythe was not just her weapon, but her baby as well. She believes all weapons were alive and there were consider an extension of themselves, her scythe was no different. She carefully cleaned the super enhance scope rifle that Barry gave her, thanks to the accessory she was able to shoot targets farther than usual. She remembered how many Grimm she took down with her baby in rifle mode, she was proud of creating Crescent Rose. Another smile was formed remembering the success of her team's first mission.

Then another thought popped in her head. The semester was almost over, meaning Christmas break was coming. She will return to her home and spend the holiday tradition with her family, the young Rose paused remembering what her sister told her. Her cheeks started reddening, Yang wanted her to ask Barry if he wanted to spend Christmas Eve with her family. Its not that she was against the idea, of course she will be thrilled to have him but the only thing that worried her was her older sister. Knowing Yang she will be teasing her the entire day, embarrassing her with all sorts of comments. No doubt she will play the mistletoe trap on her, making her kiss the teacher assistant. By now her face was red imagining herself kissing Barry on the lips it was too much for her, she won't be able to hold on without fainting.

"Ruby!"

The rosette leader snapped her head to see that Weiss has peeked her head to her bed. She felt relief, erasing all those embarrassing thoughts from her head. Her partner has come to her aid to save her from the Christmas madness Yang was planning on her. Or maybe she was over thinking too much, she couldn't help it imagining Barry at her home. The young Rose set Crescent Rose after she was done polishing the scope rifle.

"Hey Weiss, what's up?"

"You haven't been paying attention to me, have you?" the Schnee heiress was frowning.

"Um...nope, I guess I haven't" she gave a smile.

"I said I saw Barry at the library just now."

"Barry at the library? Okay so what?"

"Yang told me you're planning to ask him to join your family at Christmas Eve. She wanted me to remind you."

Ruby blushed not believing her sister will go the lengths to embarrass her" what?! She did?!"

"And as long as I'm here I will make sure you do that" she dragged her partner out of the dorm.

"Wait Weiss! Crescent Rose-"

"Your weapon can wait, it's not going anywhere."

"But why are you doing this?" Ruby's face was still red.

Weiss kept quiet still dragging the team leader through the halls of the school. The rosette felt like she was going to die from embarrassment, because she couldn't through with it. There was no way she could ask Barry, she didn't know if he will accept. She knew if he says no, she will be hurt and even cry, she couldn't risk it. Her heart wanted to escape from her mouth when she reached the library, she tried taking breaths but that was failing miserably. The Schnee heiress kept dragging her and the silver eyed leader consider the possibility of playing a prank on her partner, for doing this. Then she stopped, the white haired girl has halted when she pointed to one of the tables and saw the young teacher assistant. Barry had a pile of books and he looked very busy.

"There he is."

"I don't know, he looks so busy."

"Quit making up excuses and talk to him."

"I still don't get why you want me to do this…."

"Just talk to him already."

Ruby sighed walking towards the table, and it happened again. Her heart was beating faster, she was getting nervous and she started blushing. This sort of thing always happened to her whenever Barry was close, she still didn't know why. What she was about to do wasn't that hard, just to ask him if he will like to spend Christmas Eve with her family at her home. To the rosette it was extremely hard, not to mention she didn't wanted him to say no, she wouldn't be able to take the rejection. It was unbelievable, she has fought so many Grimm and even faced Roman Torchwick and it has never faze her. Yet telling Barry about spending time with her family for one day makes her knees tremble. Once she was near she cleared her throat catching the teen's attention.

"Ruby hey" he smiled.

"Hi Barry, are you busy? Because I can tell you look awfully busy."

"I'm only helping Professor Oobleck with the material for the final test."

"Final test?" the petite turned pale for a moment, nope she had no idea the final test was almost there.

"Yeah, you are studying for it right?" he smiled because he knew she hasn't started studying.

"I..I..I just might start studying today heheh."

"Then I suggest you start studying. The test has a lot of material that has been covered throughout the whole semester."

"How about you help me, like making me a cheat sheet."

"You're a smart girl, you don't need a cheat sheet."

She smiled feeling her cheeks heat up, she followed with fidgeting. She turned to the corner seeing Weiss sighing, she was signaling her to get it over with.

"What is it?"

"I...there's something I want to ask you. I know you said you might be busy during Christmas break but I was wondering, would you like to go to my place during Christmas Eve? I mean, spend the night with my family."

"Really?" Barry stood shocked" are you sure? I don't want to be a burden with your parents…."

"No No you won't be a burden. Actually my dad would like to meet you and my uncle too."

"Oh wow, I didn't know they wanted to meet me."

"I told them about you whenever I called them, or messaged them" Ruby lowered her head while her face heat up.

The speedster and felt himself blushed" thanks…."

"So...can you go?" her silver eyes were pleading him.

"I would love to" he smiled he would never say no to her.

"Really?" the rosette gave a big smile.

"Yeah."

He didn't saw it coming when the young leader hugged him feeling so happy. Just looking at her eyes she really happy, he didn't minded spending Christmas Eve with her family. Barry felt his hear beat a little quicker and it wasn't because of his powers. He ruffled her hair while Ruby was still staring at him smiling, with her cheeks red. Maybe Christmas will go better than he thought, just when he believed that he will miss everyone at Central. Maybe he can finally call Remnant his home, and the people he has met in Vale his friends, and his family. The thought made his eyes watered but he couldn't cry, not in front of Ruby.

"I better go" the rosette was jumping and down from joy.

"Don't forget to study for the test."

"I will!" but gasped realizing they were in the library.

"Did you asked him?" asked the inpatient Weiss.

"You bet! He said yes, he's coming to my home on Christmas Eve."

"And the other thing?"

"What other thing?"

"That you like him…."

Ruby just blushed" what….?"

"Come on you dolt, even I can see that you have a thing for Barry."

Her reply was leaving the place using her semblance letting the rose petals fall. She was obviously embarrassed, she has to put with Yang's teasing, now her partner was pointing to her that she likes the teacher assistant, more than just a friend.

"Don't leave me behind! That dunce" the Schnee heiress gave a sigh.

---

(Scene change)

(Location: Tukson's Book Trade)

Bumblebee made a stop in front of the book shop. Yang removed her helmet and her aviator glasses, gazing at the store it didn't look that much. Behind her stood Blake who got off from the vehicle, she was still confused why she wanted to accompany her. But the faunus wanted to be here, after she revealed to Oliver that Tukson was a former White Fang like her. She has also told the archer that he has being leaking information to the police regarding the movement of the faunus organization. In other words, Tukson was pretty much a traitor who has become a snitch, in exchange for protection. But the raven haired girl knew the protection wasn't going to last, knowing the White Fang they will eventually figure out who the snitch is, and they will send someone to silence him.

That was the reason why she went to Oliver, as the Arrow he might be able to help Tukson. To help him get far away from Vale as possible, luckily for her the book store owner already expected the White Fang looking for him. After all, it wouldn't be long before his undercover will be blown, being a book shop owner while secretly giving information to the authorities regarding the Fang. That's why she was here, to give Oliver a hand in helping the faunus packed everything. Since Tukson have planned to leave Vale for a while, he already paid the tickets to take the first train to Vacuo. The only thing she couldn't figure out is, why her partner wanted to be here not that she didn't minded her presence. Gazing at the blond, she could tell that much that she wasn't impressed.

"A book store that's really….fun" Yang hide her sarcasm.

"What do you expect?"

"Right right, I forgot it's you. You're probably the only person in Remnant who would think a book store or the library its a fun place."

"There is nothing wrong with going to those places. Learning is fun."

"I'm still wondering how can that be fun?"

"Only intellectual people will know, I guess" the cat faunus gave a smirk.

"Yeah that's right and….hey wait a minute, are you saying I'm not smart?" the blond brawler gave a fake hurtful expression.

"Remind me again why you decided to come?" Blake gave a sigh.

"I just wanted to see the chemistry between you and Oliver…." her lilac eyes widened seeing that the amber eyed girl was frowning at her.

"Is that the reason why you wanted to accompany me?"

"That, and Nora. She's being stalking me, whispering" fifty lien". Seriously its creeping me out."

"Maybe you should pay her."

"Yeeeaaahhhhh. But anyway, what's with you and Oliver?"

"No, this is not happening" Blake reached for the door of the store before she was stopped by her partner.

"I've being so busy teasing Ruby, you know she likes Barry and she also likes the Flash. It's been fun teasing her and why shouldn't I? It's not like my baby sister has ever like someone before, I can't help myself."

"I'm not Ruby and I don't like Oliver or the Arrow. Let's drop the topic."

"Now that's where you're wrong. The fact you have gotten so defensive proves my point, it's all right to like someone Blake."

"Why do you keep on insisting Yang? There's nothing between me and Oliver, we're just friends."

"Yet, I have notice for a while how you've been spending a lot of time with him. He doesn't seem to mind your company either, which its good."

"Well I don't like him that way. As for the Arrow, he has helped me deal with the White Fang, and for that, I owe him a big debt."

"A debt of romance?!" the blond brawler put a dramatic emphasis at the last part.

"Why do I even bother with you?" the cat faunus was frowning.

"Okay jokes aside, I honestly think you two have a lot of chemistry. You guys look good together."

"My life is too complicated for any of that. I was particularly raised by the White Fang while being mistreated because of my race. Then I left because the organization went dark, I'm a traitor who has decided to fight against them. I don't have time to pursue a relationship, in fact I don't need it. I have no need for romance in my life, I'd rather read a book on such" she threw her arms in the air.

"Now you're just making up excuses. I think everyone has a shot at love, everyone deserves that chance. Blake maybe you still haven't realize that you feel that way for Oliver yet. That's how love is, you never realize it until the last minute, especially if its the first time."

"Yang, I appreciate what you're trying to do for me, but its not like that. Love isn't something that you read on fairy tales, everything is perfect, no walls, no conflicts. Just one kiss and they live happily ever after without saying a word or knowing a thing about each other. I can never be like that."

"It's because you haven't fall for someone….yet" she smiled.

"Can we finally drop the topic?"

"I guess, but my final diagnosis to you. You like Oliver, but you're in deniiiiiaaaaalllllll."

The raven haired girl gave a frown before entering the shop, her partner following closely. Yang was shocked to see the shop completely empty, expecting to see it full of books. It didn't help that Blake hasn't filled her in on the details. It made her wonder why her partner was interested in coming to an empty book store, of all places. She followed the faunus girl to a door that leads to the back of the store. The blond brawler saw at the exit of the back door a large truck with many boxes stacked inside. Oliver was grabbing the boxes getting them on the vehicle, she didn't had to guess that the boxes were full of books. She mentally grinned, it was no wonder why Blake likes him. He was so helpful especially when it comes to books, yep that was a big thumbs up on the cat faunus's book.

"Need any help?"

"That will be all right. I just finished loading the final boxes."

"So everything's set?" asked the blond.

"Yang, you're here" Oliver turned to Blake who only rolled her eyes.

"She's trying to avoid Nora, she owes her money."

"Avoiding Nora….? I know that feeling" smiled the archer.

"I also wanted to check on my partner" smiled the brawler while the cat faunus rolled her eyes yet again.

"I always knew team RWBY has some great teamwork and chemistry" the teacher assistant closed the door of the truck.

"Sure thing, we always have to look after each other" Yang smiled.

"You done Oliver?" Tukson got off the truck.

"Everything's ready. The hard part's over."

"All I need to do is get it to the transport warehouse and they will handle it from there" the book shop owner gave a smile.

"Thank you Oliver. Without your help it would have taken me longer to pack."

"When Blake told me your predicament I just couldn't stand and do nothing. I'm happy to have help."

"You didn't had to bother yourself you know."

"I insist I think it was my responsibility to help you. You were the one who gave me a job when I desperately needed one, it's the least I can do."

"Where will you go from here?" asked Blake.

"Well, once I leave all the books from the shop at the warehouse transport. I will head to the station and take the first train to Vacuo. Once I settle underground, I will feel much better."

"Underground?" the archer had no idea what he was talking about.

"You thought me and Blake are the only ones who used to be with the White Fang? Think again, there are many faunus who left the organization because it went dark. None of us like how it stands out today. That's why we hide away from the rest of civilization."

"Living in isolation from the rest of the world? Is that wise?" asked the archer.

"We don't have a choice, we're nothing but traitors. If the Fang finds us, they will most likely execute us on the spot."

"They are willing to kill their own race" the cat faunus wasn't happy in the slightest.

"Hey, if you need any help with the White Fang you can call us. We'll take care of them" Yang clenched her fists.

"I like your style, but its better if we do things our way. We'll continue with providing intel on the police and of course, to the vigilantes of Vale."

"I'm sure the Arrow and the Flash will be happy with the information" said Oliver.

"Now, don't get sad Blake just because I'm leaving doesn't mean my book shop is out of business. Tukson's Book Trade will resume its services underground. If you need a book, just give me a call and I'll deliver it to you."

"Thanks, but I'm mostly glad you'll be out of danger. I honestly didn't like you were here out in the open."

"Don't worry, I won't go down that easily. I better get going."

"I'm coming with you."

"Come on Oliver, I don't think its necessary for you to accompany me."

"I don't mind the trip, I want to make sure you get to the station safely."

"Okay, don't complain if you get bore" Tukson gave a chuckle.

"I'll see you later Blake" the archer left while the raven haired girl gave a nod.

"Oliver...thanks" she smiled while Yang noticed and was grinning.

He nodded and got on the vehicle in the passenger seat. Tukson inserted the keys before he paused, turning to the teen. As a faunus he knew there were so many people who hated their kind, but he also knew there were others who treated them as equals. Oliver fitted that list well and after getting to know him better, he wasn't wrong. People like him were the reason why he hasn't given up on the humans and as long as there were humans like him he wasn't going to give up on a dream of equality.

"Oliver, thank you."

"You can thank me when you and your other friend are on board the train."

"Yes there's someone else who's coming with me. My son, he's only eight."

"That will explain the two tickets."

"Listen Oliver, look after Blake. She's been through a lot and I've always seen her as a daughter."

"Aren't all faunus been through the same?"

"Blake has seen more discrimination than any faunus. She has seen so much violence and death, she has experienced it all. I don't want her getting hurt anymore."

"You have my word, I think she's in a better place."

"She is, I can tell. She's smiling more and looks happy. You're doing a good job."

"I wouldn't give myself so much credit. Blake has friends and a team that cares for her."

"And she has you" Tukson was grinning.

Oliver chuckled" I don't think I'm ready for that, and I'm sure Blake isn't interested."

"You'll be surprised, the way she looks at you. I'll let you decide" he turned on the engines.

The archer stood in deep thought at his words. Of course he knew what he was talking about, he has experienced the affectionate expression women in his life has given him. From Laurel, Sara, Shado and Felicity all of them has given him" that look". He wasn't stupid, there were times when Blake has given him that look, but he chose to ignore it. After having four special women in his life, he just wanted a break from a relationship. Not to mention he honestly didn't wanted to have a fifth girl, because he feared he might lose another special person. And he didn't wanted to see Blake dead, no she didn't deserve that not after everything she's been through. It was worst after what Tukson told him he couldn't risk it. Maybe it was for the best if he remains her friend and help her in any way he can.

Blake watched the vehicle in the distance giving a small smile happy that Oliver has come true to her once again. She made the right choice telling him about Tukson's being a faunus, his past with the White Fang and his intentions in helping the police with information on the faunus organization. Once he found out the archer did everything he could in helping the book shop owner to gather all the things so he could move to Vacuo with his son. She knew very well if the White Fang finds out Tukson's the spy they will find him and kill him, they don't tolerate traitors one of their rules under Abel's command. Apparently the raven haired faunus forgot Yang was next to her, and the blond brawler was grinning at her. Then, she turned her gaze to her blond partner like she was reading her mind right now.

"Yang…."

"That smile on your face, it's weird seeing you like that."

"I can't smile?" she was frowning.

"Don't get me wrong, but you don't smile often. But with Oliver around, you're smiling more and I'm not saying its a bad thing, its a good thing actually."

"Please don't bring the topic again" Blake felt like a headache was coming.

"Okay fine I won't, but Blake. Your my friend and partner and all I want is for you, to be happy."

"And I appreciate that you care, but like I said, I'm not interested in him like that."

"She's in so much denial, looks like I will have to let her figure out on her own. But that doesn't mean I can't tease her about it" the blond grinned.

"Say, have you ever thought how it will feel to kiss Oliver?"

"Yang!" shouted an irritated cat faunus.

"Okay I'm shutting up now for good!"

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(Scene change)

(Location: RWBY dorm Beacon Academy)

The dorm was absent by two people. Weiss wanted to give her rapier Myrtenaster a clean up and check up and Yang wanted to do the same with her gauntlets. Ruby smiled giving the final touches cleaning her scythe, Crescent Rose looked even better when it was all cleaned. She was in a happier mood, because Barry agreed to come to her home on Christmas Eve. Blake was on her bed reading one of her books trying to forget everything Yang has told her about Oliver. She realized she won't be able to read a word thanks to the blond invading her thoughts with the archer. The raven haired faunus stood watching Ruby remembering what they talked about with Ozpin, their experience seeing the memories of Barry and Oliver and the headmaster's explanation that they have formed a connection when awakening their aura, all because they shared a strong bond.

"Ruby….?"

"Yeah?" the silver eyed girl turned to the faunus member of the team.

"Have you told Barry that you can seen his past memories?"

"Um I….no I haven't. But I'm planning in telling him when he comes to my home on Christmas Eve, I asked him and he said yes" she smiled happily with her cheeks red.

"I don't want to keep this secret from him, if we do have a strong bond that is" she felt embarrassed.

"I might have to do the same with Oliver. I've been keeping this from him for too long, he deserves to know."

"Me too, they both deserve to know. It's not right that we're seeing through their memories and we get to know all those personal details about their lives, without telling them a word" her silver eyes softened remembering the memory when Barry got struck by lightning.

"I will tell Oliver on Christmas Eve. I owe him a lot, he's done enough for me" Blake noticed Ruby has giggled" what?"

"It's nothing…."

The cat faunus felt happy, at least Ruby wasn't like Yang who will tease you and rub it in your face. Her amber eyes felt on the leader's weapon, another thought came to her mind. There was something else she needed to talk to the young Rose.

"Say Ruby, you made your weapon?"

"Yep, I built Crescent Rose from the ground up" the RWBY leader said with pride.

"You can built other types of weapons?"

"Yeah, as long as I made the sketches and have the parts. But I can only do it in my workshop, which its in my home on Patch."

Blake gave a nod maybe this could work after all.

"Why are you asking?"

"I might need a favor from you. You're going to your house for Christmas break, maybe you can take time working on it."

"You want me to make a weapon for you?" the rosette was smiling.

"I, well I don't want to bother you. You probably want to spend your Christmas vacation with your family."

"Blake, you're my teammate and my friend. I won't get bother if its to make a weapon, I'll be very happy to make one."

"Okay" she smiled at the girl's kindness.

"What kind of weapon do you want?"

"Actually, the weapon's not for me. I want you to make a bow for the Arrow."

Ruby stood with her mouth wide open, her silver eyes were wide" a bow for the Arrow, "The Arrow" the vigilante?! Oh my gosh oh my gosh! Did he asked you to tell me to built him a weapon?!" the petite was bouncing up and down from joy.

"Not quite. During the incident at the docks, we fought a very strong opponent and the Arrow's bow got broken. I thought maybe he could need a stronger bow, more efficient."

"Hm..." the young Rose was in deep thought.

"Think you can do it?"

"Of course I'll do it! I've been thinking in creating my best creation yet. Something better than Crescent Rose and thanks to you I will do just that. And because its something for the Arrow, it has to be special."

"Thanks Ruby. I'm sure the Arrow will be grateful when he sees it."

The door of the dorm opened revealing a freaked out Yang.

"What's wrong sis?"

"Shhh, be quiet" the blond shushed her younger sister" try not to make a sound."

The RWBY leader gazed back at the faunus member of the team with a confused expression.

"It's Nora isn't it?" asked Blake.

"She's stalking me, its creepier than before."

"Why don't you pay her already?" asked the cat faunus.

The blond brawler shushed her while leaning closer to the door, her lilac eyes widened locking herself in the bathroom. Ruby and Blake gazed at each other, not knowing what to say until they heard evil laughter. It was coming from outside of the dorm.

"You can't hide from me Yang! I will have my fifty lien, muahahahahaha!"

Both girls turned pale at the laughter. Ruby ended up hiding beneath Weiss's bed and Blake did the same in her bed.

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(Scene change)

(Location: Teacher assistant dorm)

Barry was cleaning his Flash suit he usually does it weekly. After helping with Professor Oobleck he wanted to give his vigilante costume a clean up. Oliver was seated on his small desk, doing the same thing but instead of his costume it was his arrows. He already did the cleaning with his vigilante suit, but today he was cleaning his green colored projectiles. He will always take his time cleaning his arrows, especially the explosive ones. Cleaning them took more time, because he needed to remove the tip that has the red dust stored. He never minded, being very patient as long as he cleans all of them. Being self aware of his surroundings he knew the speedster was looking at him.

"Yes Barry?"

"What are your plans for Christmas break?"

"I already said what I'm doing for Christmas."

"You're only going to work at the Klub?"

"I see nothing wrong with it. And you?"

"I thought helping you at first, but I don't see myself as the bouncer type. I might find a temporary job at a coffee shop" he smiled remembering when Iris used to work at Jitters.

"You know, until Christmas Eve. I'm spending the night at Ruby's home, she invited me" the speedster tried not to blush.

"Congratulations Barry, you earned it."

"What about you?"

"What about me?"

"I….it's okay" he resumed cleaning the vigilante suit.

"This isn't about me" Oliver paused cleaning his arrows gazing at his partner" your face says, you want to say something to me."

"Guess I can't hide anything from you, yeah there's something I want to say. I don't know if you'll approve it or not" he took a breath and Oliver kept staring at him.

"I want to tell Ruby of my secret."

"And?"

"And...I want to know if its okay with you."

"Since when do you need my approval for telling someone your identity?"

"I only want to know if you approve of my decision or if you're against it."

"Barry, whoever you chose to tell your identity, it is entirely up to you. If you want to tell Ruby, then it's okay with me. As long as you're aware of what are the risks by telling her."

"I know of those risks and…." his eyes softened.

"Is there another reason for telling Ruby? Besides trusting her completely."

"There is...Back at Central, I never told Iris of my secret. Joe told me that keeping her in the dark about me being the Flash will keep her safe, and it was hard for me to believe it. There were so many times I wanted to tell her, but I couldn't do it. I got scared that something might happen to her because she knows me behind the mask. I kept quiet and I regretted that choice a lot. She found out who I was on her own, and she was so angry with me. It crushed me that she glared and told me she didn't recognized who I was that she barely knew me, do you know how it feels to have your childhood friend telling you she doesn't know you?"

"It took a while for Iris to calm down and forgive me, well I'm not sure if she did forgave me but I hated myself for never telling her the truth. That's why I'm telling Ruby the truth, I know I can trust her with my secret. I am not making the same mistake again. I would rather die, than having her hate me for keeping this secret from her."

"I know very well the consequences of not telling those close to you the truth and how hard it is to keep those secrets. So if you want to tell Ruby, then you have my full support."

"Thanks Oliver, that's all I wanted."

"When are you telling her?"

"Christmas Eve, I think it will be more appropriate to tell her that day, I want it to be special."

"Then I wish you good luck. I'm sure she'll be happy because you told her."

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(Time skip)

It was night and as the members of RWBY were laying in their beds, except for one who was wide awake. Blake smiled happy that her teammates were sleeping soundly, she can finally resume reading her favorite erotic novel. Usually at this late at night she will go to train with Oliver, but tonight she had a free evening. She took her candle from the drawer along with the matches and lit it, to get the necessary amount of light. Finally she took the book from underneath her bed and opened it to the page where she last took off. Her marker was obviously in the designated page, not wanting to get lost where she read the last time. Another smile was formed on her lips, she truly loves this novel and she wasn't ashamed to admit it. As the raven haired faunus read on, she imagined the whole story taking place.

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(WARNING: This part of the chapter contains mature content (or basically its rated M) because it's ninjas of love duh! If you're younger than 18 please DON'T READ THIS You have been warned. Maybe this will be the last time you will see an M section in a chapter, or maybe not).

A shadow was moving rapidly throughout the moonlit forest. The kunoichi known as Koga Kureha heiress of the Koachi clan ran as she could sense someone was chasing after her. It was obviously a member of the Iga clan, sworn enemy of the Koga clan. She reacted by sheer instinct drawing her wakizashi to block the incoming shuriken projectiles. Another fast shadow charged at her with katana in hand, she blocked the strike and countered but her enemy was as quick, and the clash of steel began. Each strike was precise and deadly, it was all for the intent to kill. It was a fight that it looked both ninjas were equal in skills. Kureha took her distance throwing some kunai knives, her opponent blocked them with his katana. The fight turned into a projectiles clash.

Neither of them realized when they lost their blades. They followed to collided using their hand to hand combat skills, punches and kicks were throw at such speed. The match threw them off to a cliff, near a river. The enemy from the Iga clan had her in his clutches and she was trying to get him off her, using all of her strength. The ninja removed his mask showing the face of Iga Izamu, heir of the Iga clan. He was her sworn enemy, yet she was ignoring the strong feelings she has developed for him, for quite some time. Izamu pulled down her mask showing the beautiful pale face of Kureha, though she was glaring at him, behind her hazel eyes there was such a strong feeling of lust and longing. And it was the same for the young Izamu, who has developed powerful feelings for the kunoichi beauty of the Koga clan.

"Must we fight….?"

"It is the will of our clans to fight to the death" replied Kureha.

"No, it is their will not ours."

"It can't be help Izamu, we're from different clans who hate each other. We're both heirs of those clan, there's no choice but to fight or die."

"I refuse to believe that twisted ideology. What about choosing to live freely?"

"That choice doesn't exist in our clans, nor our way of life. The path of the ninja only knows life and death."

"Then let's try and change for once Kureha. I don't want to kill you and neither are you."

"We're doom by fate to fight, why can't you see it?"

"I refuse to believe such fate. I'm the only one who controls my fate."

"Izamu, you truly believe there can be a life of freedom for us?" a lone tear escaped her eye.

"Let's find out, whether where this path leads, I know I won't regret it."

"And neither will I, I love you Izamu" she smiled.

"As do I Kureha."

They shared a passionate kiss using their tongues and before they knew it they started stripping their ninja uniforms. Soon they stood naked beneath the beautiful full moon and Izamu prepared his erected manhood in Kureha's wet entrance. The heiress positioned herself spreading her legs, having her enemy and lover on top of her. He slowly entered her before going faster, since this wasn't the first time they have engage in the intimate act of sex. Izamu trusted faster making Kureha moaned louder and just like that, both ninjas have been replaced. Kureha was now Blake moaning and on top of her, it was known other than Oliver. Both resumed their intimate act, neither of them thinking of stopping.

"Oh yes ah more."

"Blake I can't hold it any longer."

"Me too go faster!

"Blake!"

"Oh yes Oliver!" she reached her climax.

(End of the M content you can continue reading from this point on).

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Blake has closed her book so fast, it made a loud noise. Yet the other members of RWBY were still sleeping. The cat faunus stood shocked with her whole face red from sheer embarrassment, she couldn't believed she has imagine something like that. She and Oliver engage in sexual activity, she could still remember it. Imagine herself as Kureha and the archer as Izamu, what would it lead her to think such thing. She frowned knowing very well the answer, thinking of Yang who was the one that started teasing her. She was sure she didn't held romantic feelings for the archer vigilante, but there was still that unknown she still didn't know what to think. The cat faunus sighed and put the book back underneath her bed, she wasn't going to continue reading and risk her imagination will get the best of her.

But a loud banging noise coming from the door shocked her along the rest of her teammates.

"Yannnnggggggggggggggggg! My fifty lien!"

Ruby ended up falling from her bed hitting the floor, Weiss woke up from the shock and Yang fell from her bed hitting the floor, just like her sister. Blake was the only one who stood shocked in her bed, since she was the only one awake.

"Yannnnnggggggggggggg! Give me my lien!"

The three members were staring at the blond brawler with frowns and glares. Yang glared as her eyes turned red and her blond hair was glowing like bright flames.

"That is it!" she took some lien and marched right at the door.

She opened it glaring at Nora in her sleeping clothes smiling at the blond" here! Take your stupid money and leave me the hell alone!"

"Okay!" she replied being unfazed by her glare and yell, she returned to her dorm very happy.

Yang deactivated her semblance going back to her bed ignoring the glares from Weiss and a grumpy Ruby.

"I swear, that's the last time I make a bet with Nora."

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(Scene change)

(Location: Rogues hideout somewhere in the outskirts of the Vacuo kingdom)

The large mansion like place was filled with all kinds of things for entertainment. The was a casino roulette, slot machines, a couple of pin ball machines, a juke box playing some rock courtesy of Cassie Williams and Jeff Lee Williams, different of classic decorations and two pool tables. Snart was playing pool on his own taking his time to insert another ball to the many holes. Mick was seated on a table with a mountain of lien and he looked like he could care less about it. He was playing with a lighter cased in silver, admiring the beautiful small flame. This was the life style of the so called" Kings of Remnant" the owners of the underground crime life in the four kingdoms. They were probably nobody in the criminal ranks that could take them on, they were pretty much unstoppable.

Snart smiled sending another pool ball to a hole" nothing but perfection…."

"I'm bored…."

"Look around you, there's plenty of entertainment."

"You know what I'm talking about. Let's go steal something or beat someone up."

"This is the third time I will say this Mick. We are laying low for now, because if we go out there everyone is going to hit us with everything they have at their disposal."

"You said they're scared of us."

"And that's exactly why they won't hold back. The more fear, the more hatred they have for us, the more they will be sending every arsenal they have available."

"We can take anything they throw at us, I don't fear them."

"Remember a few days ago? We we're being chased by a heavy armed tank, courtesy of the Mistral military. The next time we go outside it won't be the police chasing us, it will be their military and the next time it won't be crime family flunkies, it will be their elite, assassins, mercenaries, anyone they can buy with their money. Well, at least with what little money they have left" Cold grinned remembering how much lien they stole from them.

"I know what you mean, but I don't like staying here doing nothing. Can I at least burn something? Like a Grimm?"

"Be my guess and go outside of the borders of the kingdom. I'm sure there's plenty of Grimm for you to burn."

"You're being sarcastic" the pyromaniac frowned.

"No kidding, yes Mick I'm being sarcastic. What part of laying low don't you understand? We only have to stay here for a couple of days, until things outside cool down for a bit. Do you understand now?"

He gave a nod while the Rogue leader went to the table filled with lien" look at this, why don't you order a pizza? When the delivery boy comes, you can beat him up, steal his cash, even burn him to a crisp for all I care."

"His cash?" Mick glared at him" there's no cash here! It's all damn plastic, I hate credit cards or any type of cards!"

"And I said get used to it! This is the tenth time, there are no dollar bills here, in this world money is lien. Now I would appreciate if you don't make me repeat myself."

"I don't want to continue waiting here, not for a couple of days. I'm sick of this, I want some fun, some thrill to make me feel alive. Something to burn beautifully."

"Fine, how about you burn yourself, again?" by now Snart has lost his patience.

"Better yet, how about I burn you instead?"

"Just try it" he took his cold gun" I will freeze you before you pull the trigger on your gun."

"I'm telling you Snart I am bore!"

"I don't care! If you don't want to follow my rules, then feel free to leave. We'll see how long you'll last out there before you get caught, send to jail or worst."

"Give me your scroll, I'm ordering pizza."

"Glad you see it my way" he gave him the scroll" and I told you to steal a scroll for yourself."

"Internal discord, I've never approve."

"Who the hell are you?!" Mick took his heat gun at the visitor.

Snart took a glance at the intruder. A woman with long raven haired, amber eyes, wearing a black mask and black outfit. There was something about her, he knew better than underestimate anyone and this woman read, she was dangerous.

"Mick, stand down."

"She knows about this hideout, we can't let her go. For all we know, she could be working for the cops."

"I wouldn't be too sure about that" replied the masked woman.

"Mick, I said stand down."

"I'm not taking any chances" he fired the heat gun creating a large flame wave.

Mick was hit by a kick sent to the ground, his neck was being pressed by the boot of the mysterious woman. Snart was impressed at the way she was able to move and dodge the fire. But another thing that impressed him, from out of nowhere she was holding a pair of black swords looking very intimidating.

"My reason for coming here isn't fighting. I simply want to negotiate."

"Very well, I am more of a negotiator myself" he stand down putting his cold gun from use.

"Aren't you going to tell me to let your friend go?"

"Snart…." replied the choking Mick.

"Hm...no, he's tougher than he looks he can take it. Now Miss, what brings you here? Thought I'm surprised you were able to find this hideout."

"I've being keeping an eye on you two for a while. You've been busy owning the crime families, letting Remnant to be your little playground of destruction. I admire your talents. Talents I could sure need."

"I still don't know who you are Miss…."

"You already know who I am, Leonard Snart."

Cold gave a grin" yes I have a pretty good idea, the mask convinced me. You must be the one they're calling the Queen."

"You truly are clever as you are devious. You're guessed correctly."

"And what honor do I have in being in your presence?"

"As I said, I would like to negotiate. I am not your enemy" she smiled finally letting Mick go.

"Get up" Cold helped him up.

"I couldn't breathe."

"Suck it up, you've had worst. What kind of negotiation?"

"I would like to borrow your services for an upcoming operation, a very important operation."

"You want to hire us? And what's in it for us if we help you?"

"I could pay you handsomely, but maybe you're not interested with all the money you have stole from the notorious crime families."

"You're right, we don't need money. But I would prefer if you're willing to repay us by owning us a favor."

"Interesting, a favor for a favor. As they say" you scratch my back, I scratch yours"." Cinder gave a devious smile.

"Snart what are you doing?"

"Negotiating…."

"Why even bother? She's the big fish. If we take her out no one will be able to stop us."

"Because I'm leveling our odds of survival Mick. I don't want you as an enemy, but rather a partner. You feel the same way, don't you Queen?"

"Great minds do think alike, that is correct. I accept your terms, a favor for a favor it is."

"Splendid, since we have that out of the way. What would you like us to do?"

"I require your services for getting my business partner out of Atlas penitentiary."

"A prison break hmm? All right, we'll help you get your partner, name the date and time."

"This operation is very delicate and it will require time. But it will be on Christmas Eve."

"A day the police won't be expecting, not bad. It's done Queen, or should I call you partner?"

"Then I will take my leave gentlemen. You will remain on standby until I contact you" she walked out leaving the hide out.

"What gives Snart? She's suppose to be an enemy, you said you wanted to take out all the big wigs of crime, she's the most wanted criminal in the four kingdoms."

"Mick look what she did to you? She was able to dodge the heat gun and put you in submission in a second. This is someone who will benefit us more as an ally than an enemy. As they say "keep your friends close and your enemies closer"."

"I don't trust her" glared the pyromaniac.

"Neither am I" grinned Cold.

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Queen left the hideout with a grin" the rooks are set. The pieces are ready."

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To be Continued

-Only 14k+ and 44 pages didn't wanted to make it even longer.

-As I see it the Christmas chapter will probably be even longer, since there are a lot of things I want to cover in it.

-I am hyped for RWBY volume 3 this Saturday is ep 1 and 2 release.

-Happy to inform that I finally found a job. Don't know how much that will affect on my updating status.

-As I said in the AN above, this might or might not be the last time I will put an M rated part in the chapter, so you've been warned.

-As always thank you very much for the favs, follows and reviews.

SPOILER SECTION

-Flash season 2: it makes perfect sense the Wells from Earth 2 is really evil and he's Professor Zoom. Remember the Harrison Wells from Earth 1 (Barry's earth) was really good before the Reverse Flash took his DNA and killed him.

-Arrow season 4: it should be obvious Sara will be revive by the Lazarus pit, since they already spoiled us that with DC Legends of Tomorrow.

Next time: A Special Christmas