Heroes in Remnant Chapter 12: A Special Christmas, an Arrow + RWBY Crossover fanfic

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Italics are thoughts

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

**Communications through scrolls and other devices

Chapter 12 A Special Christmas

"Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone"

-Charles M. Schulz-

(Time skip: two weeks later)

(Christmas Eve: morning)

The city of Vale stood covered with snow and with its streets, shops and other buildings highly decorated with Christmas decoration. It was that time again to celebrate the season to be jolly. The people walking the snowy streets were wearing their coats, scarfs and other clothes for protecting them from the cold. From the looks of things it was going to be another great Christmas for citizens of Vale and the rest of the kingdoms. But it was different to certain people who have never seen snow before, who used to spend their holidays with their friends and families. Who continue to fight to protect the people from villains and other threats, who used to celebrate in Starling and Central City.

For Oliver Queen and Barry Allen, this will be their first Christmas in Remnant. With none of their friends and families to enjoy the holidays.

(Location: Sun Flower Cafe Downtown Vale Remnant)

The cafe was filled with people, just another day. Though there were more people than usual since how special today is. Barry was attending another customer, a smile on his face he has gotten used to the place from being a Jitters. In fact the cafe, was similar to his favorite spot in Central city. This is where he was working during Christmas break and so far, its being a good experience. Because of its popularity, it was always busy with eager customers. Sun Flower was the among the most popular cafes in Vale, known for its high quality coffee and other drinks like tea, cappuccino and late. The addition that the place gets more customers during Christmas also explained why the speedster couldn't seem to have a break. There were various reasons for Barry to be in such a good mood.

First it was the snow, he has never seen it before. He remember when he was little he always wanted to see it because it never snowed in Central city. And second, tonight he was going to Ruby's home to spend the night with her family. He remembered how happy the rosette got when he told her he will go to spend Christmas Eve with her family. Ruby's smile was truly contagious, every time she shows it he has to smile too. It was also beautiful, she was like a bouncing ball of energy with such a positive attitude. Before he realized that he was blushing while struggling with those powerful feelings he held inside, he even sworn they were stronger for what he felt for Iris. The speedster wasn't if what he was feeling for the rosette was real, he was interrupted by a sound from his scroll.

Opening the device he saw a message from Ruby" come to Vale harbor at 5pm and take the Ferry that will take you to Patch, can't wait to see you -Ruby-"

He chuckled seeing the happy face icon the scythe wielder posted next to the message. And he felt the same way, he couldn't wait to see her and her family. Yet he didn't know how to feel when it comes to the harsh truth that he will never spend Christmas with Joe and Iris. That he won't see Cisco and Caitlin again, Ronnie or Professor Stein. The teen mentally sighed not wanting to think about that and kept on focusing on the positive things from today. Nothing good will come from just thinking over the past, he needed to learn to move on and face the present with resolve. He had friends now and someone who was very important to him, no matter how much he will missed them he will onlt focused in going forward. The speedster gave a smile attending another customer, secretly he wanted five o' clock to arrive so he could get to Ruby's home.

(Scene change)

(Location: The Klub)

Oliver started his day arriving at the night club with cleaning everything. Wiping the bartender table, arranging the alcoholic drinks, wiping the glasses, arranging the seats and mopping the entire floor. It was a very busy day for the archer though he didn't minded the work, the place needed to be kept clean. Because of the holidays the Klub was going to be close to the today and tomorrow. He was wearing a black shirt with dark blue long pants and black sneakers, he has put away his black leather jacket and scarf because of the cold weather outside. It made him happy to actually see snow, it has never snowed in Starling and when he was younger he was curious to see it. But that was the last thing on his mind, something seemed to be bothering him regarding his boss.

It all started after Christmas break started that he arrived to the night club, to start his seasonal work. He quickly figured out something was wrong with Junior, his expression and attitude said it all. The club owner wasn't acting like himself, being quiet and sometimes he will looked like he was in deep thought. Eventually Junior revealed to him that his wife passed away. The bartender and owner, a while back told Oliver his wife divorced him put he was able to maintain the custody of his seven year old daughter Mei Lin. Finding out she was gone has really hit him hard, there were signs that maybe he may have had feelings for her. Yet the archer felt something else was off he couldn't put his finger on it.

Junior wasn't the only one who was acting weird, the Malachite twins were in the same boat. Melanie and Miltia have being very quiet too. Miltia who was a bit shy and small talker was being too silent than usual, as for her sister it was a complete different story. Aside from her silence the girl in white hasn't made an attempt to flirt with him, or try to dance with him. Every time Oliver will looked at her, she will avoid eye contact with him and that wasn't her at all. Melanie, aside from having a temper she was the opposite of her sister, never afraid to speak her mind. Now he knew both sisters care for Junior, but for them to be in the same mood as him was really strange. Again he wondered what has happening, there was something else going on and he didn't understand. After finishing the floor he spotted the owner with his two bodyguards behind him.

"There, I finished everything. The Klub might last a week being this clean."

"Thanks for keeping this place all shiny, wish it could stay like this for good."

"It will with me around."

"You've done a lot for my club Oliver, I really appreciate it."

"I don't mind at all, even if I'm working at Beacon I will never forget this place. You can always count on me with anything."

Junior's expression changed taking a quick glance at the twins who seemed to be thinking the same thing. He gave a smile shaking the teen's hand catching him by surprise.

"You always do a great job, take the rest of the day off."

"You sure?"

"Hey, its Christmas Eve you deserved it" Junior gave a smile, but somehow Oliver was able to tell that it was fake.

"Junior I know you're going through a lot for what happened, but if you need someone…."

The club owner stopped him" you're a good kid Oliver, don't ever change. But I'll be fine, I'm more concerned about my daughter."

"Of course, she has lost her mother. It must be very hard for her, to never see her again" Oliver stood in thought remembering the tragedy that befell to his mother Moira Queen.

"I will do anything for Mei Lin, anything…."

The archer gave a nod he understood that more than anyone, the love of a parent to their child. The club owner left passing the twins and he never expected Miltia giving him a hug. The girl in red who was a bit timid unlike her sister was actually doing this. He took a glance at Melanie and she looked like she was sad, it was reflected in her green eyes. This was more than just Junior losing his wife, he knew that but if he asks they will never tell him. All three of them were hiding a big secret and from personal experience, he knew keeping secrets has bad consequences. It worried him, he cares for these people and he knew they weren't bad. Junior learned his lesson from getting involved with Torchwick and he has changed for the better. But without knowing what was really going, he was helpless.

"Miltia-"

"Come on Melanie" the girl in white called her sister as they both left.

The archer vigilante gave a sigh he really wanted to know what was going with them and the club owner. Then his scroll was beeping, he had a new message. He opened the device expecting the message to be from Barry but he was wrong. It was from someone he never thought to received a message from.

Blake

Can we meet at the train station?

The teen didn't thought twice as he replied yes and got another message to meet her after three. But now he was wondering why the faunus member of RWBY wanted to meet him at the train station. Also it wasn't like her to be so open an invite someone, even if he was a good friend of hers. He tried not to chuckle thinking that she wanted to ask him out on a date, no that wasn't her at all. Tukson has told him but he chose to ignore him. For all he knew, he believed Blake wasn't interested in him that way. Maybe there was an explanation behind this, it was Christmas Eve so she probably wanted to spend time with him as a friend. As he left the night club Miltia and Melanie have watched him, both sisters were looking sad since they knew what they were getting themselves into.

"Maybe we should have told him about Mei Lin."

"No, we're not involving Oliver in this mess. Junior doesn't want to."

"And neither you Melanie."

"I don't want him getting hurt, if anything goes wrong" the girl in white was tightening her fists.

"I'm worried about Mei Lin, I just want her to be safe."

"You're not the only one Miltia. Her safety is the only reason why Junior is going to help that evil woman."

(Scene change)

(Location: Schnee mansion Atlas kingdom)

Weiss has let out a soft sigh, as she stood seated eating her breakfast. The long table that formed part of the dining room was occupant by only one person. The white haired heiress enjoyed her omelet just the way she likes it, but with no one to accompanying her. This was exactly what she was expecting since she her return to her home from Beacon. Ever since she arrived she's being on her own with only the servants to give her company. Her father has being busy with business, as usual and her sister was busy as well. Though she got a message from the older Schnee that she will be coming late for Christmas Eve, unlike her father. She hasn't forgotten that her father will be hosting a Christmas party, one she wasn't looking forward to. The heiress already knew what kind of party was, she knew from personal experience.

The heiress frowned finishing her breakfast, those parties that only citizens from the upper class could attend. Among them were employees from the company along with rich folk that were good friends with the Schnee president. Weiss didn't like those kinds of parties because she hardly knew anyone, not to mention they weren't any people her age so it was impossible to socialize or even fit in. She eventually gave up in attending them and she will be absent for this year's party too, its not like her father would care if she's absent or not. She knew he was still upset with her for entering Beacon without his permission and she could care less, it was her choice to become a huntress and not follow in his footsteps. As the white haired heiress wiped her mouth with a napkin one of the servants came to pick up her plate.

"Would you like some dessert lady Weiss?"

"No thanks Harold, I couldn't eat another bite. The omelet is as good as ever. You have my compliments to the kitchen staff."

"Really?" Harold was a bit shocked by her comment.

"Yes, make sure you tell everyone that I appreciate their services, everyone's services" she got up from the table and left.

The male servant stood in his place shocked at what he just heard. Weiss Schnee has said some complementary words, and she meant them. He's being serving the Schnee household for years and he has never heard such words from the young heiress. She was cold like her father and sister, stuck up, arrogant, selfish and the list goes on. Now it seems, things have changed this girl before him was a complete different person. It almost felt like he didn't recognize her at all and now that he thought about it, she's being like this since she returned from Beacon Academy. He found out she wanted to become a huntress, something that definitely went against the wishes of his master the lord of the Schnee mansion. Her trip to the school was probably the cause of her change, what did she experienced in Beacon to cause this?

"Lady Weiss, what on Remnant happened to you?"

Weiss climbed the long stair case that leads to the second floor of the mansion. She was looking bore, getting used to the environment of Beacon. It was livelier and positive, here it was a complete story. Though she could talk to her workers and servants, it wasn't the same like it was at the school. She opened the door of her room, which it was ten times bigger than a dorm and closed the door behind her. The heiress got seated in the king size bed giving another sigh, a large room, one big bed, no makeshift bunk bed, no teammates to talk or get angry at, nothing just silence. Her eyes went to the picture on her elegant white night stand, it was a picture she took in secrecy of her teammates when they were in Port's class. Ruby was picking her nose, Yang was snoring and Blake was reading one of her books. The gross yet silly sight made her smiled a bit.

It hit her full circle why she didn't wanted to return to her home for Christmas break. Because in doing so, she will experience what she has experienced for a long time. Loneliness, how she remembered the times when she was younger and her mother was around. So much joy and happiness it was the perfect life, that was all taken from her the moment her mother was murdered by the White Fang. Her aqua eyes narrowed thinking of the faunus organization, how she wanted to make them pay. Now a former member was her teammate and she was all right with it, she will be lying to herself if she didn't miss team RWBY. The truth was simple, in Beacon she has friends, a team and she wasn't lonely. She was complete and her life was for the better while being in the school, but being here in the mansion will make her feel miserable.

"This is my life…."

(Time skip)

(Location: Port Harbor Vale kingdom)

Barry arrived at the stop where the ferry's supposed to arrive. The medium size boat will come to pick passengers who wanted to travel to Patch. He found out that Patch was a small island outside of the four kingdoms, next to Vale to be precise. The speedster was grateful that it wasn't that cold and it wasn't snowing much in this part of the city. He was wearing a blue jacket with jeans, white sneakers, red gloves and a red hat to protect his head from the cold. He was holding a bag with a couple of things he bought smiling, having a feeling they were going to like it. His eyes caught something in the distance, a few minutes later he was able to tell it was a boat. It was the ferry and he noticed someone waving at him, a smile was formed on his lips recognizing the person. He could never forget the RWBY leader who was very happy to see him.

"Barry!" Ruby kept on waving.

He smiled watching the ferry getting closer to the harbor. The rosette was still waving at him jumping up and down, yep she was very happy to see him. Next to the young Rose was Yang the blond was smiling but not to the same extent as her sister. But she was happy that Ruby was being like this, she was looking forward to have the teen spending the night with them. This was exactly what her younger sister needed not just spending the holidays with her family, but having a close friend like Barry by her side too. The blond brawler was mentally grinning just thinking of the possibilities to tease her. She already thought putting many mistletoe in the house just to catch her sister kissing the teacher assistant and take a picture with her scroll. The blond rubbed Ruby's hair while the petite was still hyper looking so happy.

When the ferry reached the harbor, the people started leaving in groups. Soon Ruby left and she ran to the speedster giving him a bone crushing hug. It surprised Barry that how a small girl like her can carry so much strength, he was even having trouble breathing. Yang came and removed the rosette from the teen, giving her sister the sign that she was hugging the life out of him. The rose petite blushed while smiling and the speedster wouldn't want it any other way, after getting his breath back. He was so thankful that he will spend Christmas Eve with these great people and he hasn't forgotten, he was planning in telling Ruby tonight his secret. Because he trusted her so much he knew he was doing the right thing in telling her identity.

"I wasn't expecting you guys coming."

"You kidding? This one right here, was saying she wanted to come pick you up and I agreed after she said it like a hundred times" Yang grinned while ruffling her sister's hair.

"Barry hasn't being on Patch, so we have to be present to show him the way" said the RWBY leader.

"Yeah that's your excuse to be with him. She's being like this since Christmas break started, it's always Barry this and Barry that, she acts like she was your girlfriend" the blond brawler was grinning.

"Yang stop it!" Ruby failed to sustain her blush and she got closer to the blond" you promise you weren't going to tease me anymore."

"Did I?"

"Yes!"

"Anyway I'm glad you guys are here" the speedster gave a chuckle.

"Did you bought your ferry ticket?" asked Ruby after getting rid of her embarrassment.

"Yeah, I bought it early. Hope it's not cold there."

"Don't worry, it doesn't snow in Patch and the temperature is cool and breezy" replied Yang.

"That's great looks like I won't be needing some of these stuff" he smiled signaling to his gloves and the hat.

"Come on let's get on board" Ruby smiled walking back to the ferry.

"You can tell she's been looking forward to having you home" smiled the blond brawler.

"I'm honored that she asked me. I know how important the holidays are, usually families are the only ones who will spend Christmas Eve."

"You obviously haven't celebrated Christmas on Patch" the blond gave him a thumbs up walking to the ferry.

"I certainty haven't" he smiled following the teen girl.

The speedster gave his ticket to the attendant before he realized more people were boarding the ferry. It didn't took long before the it got filled, he was surprised how many people go to visit the island. He followed Ruby and Yang to a bench giving a beautiful view of the sea and soon the ferry took off. The rosette was always being her usual happy self, her older sister happy that she was happy and Barry felt grateful he was given the chance. Yet he felt like he was intruding, like it was not right for him to be involve with Ruby's family. It was something personal that he shouldn't be there, because he was just a friend not family. The train of thought was sure keeping him busy, not realizing Yang has gotten seated next to him. The blond with lilac eyes has been keeping an eye on him since he got into the ferry.

"Barry….?"

"Hmm….?"

"Thanks, for everything you've done for Ruby."

"You don't have to thank me for being her friend. I'm always happy to help any of my friends."

"I can see that, you're a good guy. I'm happy she met someone like you."

"Is there any reason you're telling me this?" Barry was a bit confused by her statement.

"Just to let you know you have earned a friend in Ruby for life. You mean a lot to her."

The speedster felt himself blushing at the comment while Yang noticed and she grinned, feeling like she should tease him a little" you know, I've never said this to anyone but I don't mind if you decide to have Ruby more than just a friend."

"What?" again he blushed.

"Consider yourself lucky, you have me on your side. If you want my sister to be your girlfriend" she elbowed him on the side.

"I…." if the speedster's face could get any redder it would be an understatement.

"What's going on?" Ruby arrived and got confused seeing Barry's face the same color as her cloak.

"Nothing I'm just telling Barry a joke."

"Y...yeah, a really bad joke" the speedster managed to compose himself.

"Must be one of her puns."

"Don't speak like that sis, you make it sound like my puns are a bad thing."

"It is a bad thing" she giggle making her older sister pout slightly.

"Whatever" the blond brawler went to another topic as her lilac eyes went to the bag next to the teen" so Barry, what's in the bag?"

"Not telling you" smirked the speedster.

"Ah come on tell us" Ruby was now giving the sad puppy eyes.

"I will only tell you once we arrive to Patch" Barry closed his eyes not wanting to fall victim to her sad puppy eyes.

"Okay we can hold you on that."

"Yeah you better tell us."

"So how long does it take to get to Patch?"

"About forty minutes" replied Yang.

"That's great I can't wait to get there."

"You'll love it at our home. You'll meet our dad and uncle Qrow" said the happy Ruby.

"Yeah I already met Qrow" the speedster knew he made a mistake.

"You have?" the blond brawler looked suspicious" how do you know our uncle?"

"There was this one time I went to Signal and I met him, we had a conversation he's pretty cool and bad ass looking" he kept calm.

"Yep that's uncle Qrow!" the rosette seemed to have bought it.

Yang kept staring at the teen but shrugged her shoulders" sure, okay…."

"Dodge a bullet there" Barry felt relief he did met Qrow during the fire at Signal, when he was the Flash.

(Scene change)

(Location: Vale Train Station)

As Oliver arrived to the station he noticed a decent amount of people present. People will obviously travel to the other kingdoms to visit their friends and families to spend the holidays. He was still wondering why the raven haired girl wanted him to meet her here, he didn't had any plans to travel. His eyes caught a glimpse of black at the train stop along with her olive complexion, looks like he didn't had to wait for Blake after all. The cat faunus was wearing a black coat with a dark purple scarf, over the coat he noticed she was wearing her regular outfit. Of course she was wearing her black bow, he didn't minded the accessory but he really wished she will get rid of it and let people see she was a faunus. But that was the thing she wanted to be accepted for being her, a person not a faunus.

Blake noticed his presence and greeted him with a train ticket.

"Are we going somewhere?" he noticed she had another ticket for herself.

"To Vacuo" was her only reply.

"Vacuo….?"

"Do you have other plans for the day?"

"Not at all, I currently haven't plan anything. But why are we going to Vacuo?"

"I'll tell you once we're on board."

Oliver didn't say another word knowing she will have a good reason to go to the kingdom of Vacuo. Minutes later the train arrived and its door slid open. The people entered by groups as the archer followed the raven haired girl inside, they took their seats next to the window and remained quiet. Once everyone have gotten on board the doors closed shut and the train took off. The archer and young faunus gave their tickets to the guard on duty, afterward the silence remains. He still had no idea why they were going to Vacuo, he did knew Blake was born there. She wanted to spend Christmas Eve in her place of birth, but he knew she has experienced many painful memories in the kingdom. He gaze over the window watching a beautiful view of the city of Vale with the falling snow.

"So?" Blake started" you're probably wondering why I dragged you to a train to Vacuo."

"I am wondering why, but I don't mind the travel."

"There are a few places I would like to visit. You don't mind if you join me?"

"I already said I don't mind the travel and you already paid for my ticket. The least I can do is appreciate the ride, so where in Vacuo are we going?"

"Places that mean something to me...in the past and the present."

Oliver knew going to Vacuo will be facing her past again and he knew the White Fang was involved.

"Of the four kingdoms, Vacuo was the most hostile towards faunus. It was really a hard life for us, many were on the streets. The only thing they could do is to wait to die. When we weren't protesting for equality, we we're aiding those faunus. We help those who were on the streets, those that couldn't afford a roof over their head, those that couldn't afford to buy food. We offer them shelter and food with what little we can give, but it meant so much for those faunus that have given hope to live a happy life."

"The White Fang?"

She nodded giving a sad smile" every Christmas we made a charity. Other faunus will pay us so we can aid the poor. We managed to built a mission to offer food and toys for the faunus children. To those faunus we made their Christmas wishes come true. We turn their sad memories into happy ones. It made me glad that we changed their minds, from thinking that their lives are worthless to think that their lives holds meaning and value."

Oliver nodded not knowing what to say. But now he understood very well why the White Fang means so much to Blake, and why it kills her to see the faunus organization taking such a dark path. This is why she couldn't have closure with her past until the organization is stop for good. They only wanted to make it easier for faunus to live in peace, to live freely in a world with no discrimination, easier said than done. This only motivated him more to help her take down the now terrorist organization. He wasn't resting until Adam and Abel are beaten. The White Fang has done too much harm to be given a second chance, it was better to put it to rest. He had a feeling Blake will agreed with him.

"Is that why we're going to Vacuo?"

"Not quite, there are a few places I would like to visit. Most of all, the Vacuo orphanage. I feel like I must visit that place one more time, because it's connected to me. The events of the past from that day, changed me into the person that I am today" her amber eyes turned to the archer vigilante.

"Blake….?"

"You once asked me why I left the orphanage. I didn't said a word that time because it was too personal, but now I feel like I must tell you."

"You don't have to say anything if you don't feel like it, I understand…."

"I must Oliver I...Before I tell you, there's something else I have to tell you it's important. About the day I awoke your aura."

"That was a while back why are you bringing that up?" the archer was confused, it's being months since that happened.

"Because on that day something else happened, aside from awakening your aura…."

"What do you mean?" Oliver got a little worried at her expression, like she was nervous what will be his reaction if she tells him.

"The moment I awoke your aura I...I suddenly got a vision. I saw a strong storm at night in the middle of the ocean and a ship sinking at the bottom of the sea…."

"What?" the archer felt his skin crawl turning pale.

"At first I didn't know what it meant, but soon I figure out it was no dream or vision. And I saw more of them as the months passed, they were memories Oliver...your memories."

The teen stood speechless his eyes wide from the shock.

"The Queen's Gambit, Lian Yu, Yao Fei, Shado, Slade, Hong Kong, ARGUS, Starling city, I've seen so much. I couldn't help it, there was nothing I can do, I have no control over these memories. Even if I wanted them to stop they will keep on appearing, its being like that for months."

"You know that much about me?" Oliver turned to her still shocked.

"I'm sorry, I should have told you sooner. I won't blame you if you're angry at me."

"How? How is this happening? Are you still having them?" he turned to her worried which shocked the cat faunus, expecting to see him upset at her.

"I'm still having them, like I said I have no control over them. They just appeared when they want to, it's like they have a mind of their own. As for the how, me and Ruby went to Professor Ozpin and he said because we have a strong bond, and that we share a connection of the sorts. It was triggered when we awoke yours and Barry's aura."

"Did you give Ozpin details of our memories?" Blake was once again shocked, Oliver didn't seem surprise that Ruby was experiencing the same thing, but with Barry's memories.

"No, we didn't give any details of the memories. We know it was too personal to say anything, we respect your privacy."

"Thank you" Oliver knew the headmaster of Beacon will eventually have to know the truth of the origin of both vigilante.

"You're taking this well, I was hoping you'll get upset with me. Or that you will be shocked of Ruby having Barry's memories" the raven haired girl stood confused.

"Ruby awoke Barry's aura so it should be obvious she will experience the same thing."

"So that's it? No burst of anger, no insults….?"

"Blake I'm not angry at you, I'm just shocked at how this happened. Anyway, if you've seen all of my memories, then that means you know I'm not from Remnant and I'm older than I look" he whispered knowing that there were people on the train.

The young faunus gave a nod which Oliver chuckled.

"You're taking this well, I was hoping you'll be speechless" he chuckled imitating her.

"I wouldn't believe if I never saw the memories. You've been through a lot" her amber eyes softened staring at him.

"That's one way of putting it. I think I turn twenty eight if I was still in Starling. Here I'm eighteen."

For some reason Blake gave a smile.

"You're not bother by that?"

"Not at all" she shook her head no, she didn't minded" because I know so much of you, I think it's only fair that you know more about me. We'll be even."

"I see no problem with that, and if it's all right with you telling me."

"After I ran away from the orphanage I just ran. I didn't know where I was heading, I just wanted to get away. I never realized how long I was running, that I ended up in a forest. On that day it was snowing, like today" she gazed at the snowy city from the window.

"I was alone, in the middle of nowhere, alone, scared, cold and hungry. I couldn't even cry because I was so tired, I eventually lost conscious. Everything went dark, all I could do is wait to die…."

"…..."

The child faunus has stopped in her tracks once her legs have gave up on her. Exhaustion and cold has beaten her as she fell on her knees, hugging herself trying to protect her body from the cold weather. No tears will fall no idea where she was, the trees around her only made it worse thinking she was no longer in the city section of the kingdom. She could still remember the angry cries of the children, calling her freak of nature, animal, monster. She had no will to live anymore maybe death will be better than live in a world filled with hatred for her kind. With no regrets the little girl closed her amber eyes waiting for death, the darkness has embraced her. As the world around her was turning black, she thought she saw a shadow heading her way. That was all she remembered as she completely lost conscious.

"What happened?" Oliver was interested as they were still boarded on the train to Vacuo.

"I once read a book that focus on the precious value that is life. That it didn't mattered the age, the gender or the color of one's skin. Life is everything, because you only live once. Truth is, I hated my life because I was a faunus. There were so many times I asked myself why I had to be born a faunus, and when I was in that forest about to die I didn't minded. I was ready to accept it, not having any ounce of respect for my life" she gazed back at him and Oliver's expression was clear, he didn't like seeing her this way.

"Do you still hate your life for being a faunus?"

"Not anymore" she smiled" I got rid of that burden a long time ago, thanks to help of someone who taught me to love myself for being me, not a faunus….."

"Because of him, I owed him my life" she smiled thinking back on that day.

Her amber eyes slowly opened, to realized she wasn't in the forest. Better yet she wasn't dead, alive and in a warm place. The girl faunus was in a beautiful room with walls that looked like they were made of paper. That was weird for her, she has never seen something like it. Another thing that she noticed that she was on a bed, and such bed was right on the floor. Basically she was sleeping on the floor, she got up realizing she was wearing a warm coat that covered her small body. Then one of the paper walls slid open revealing an older woman in her early forties with long chestnut hair and dark eyes. Her clothing was weird to the young Blake, to her it looked like a purple bathrobe. The woman gave her a smile as she gave her a bow like she was saluting her.

"I'm so glad you're finally awake."

"Where am I?"

"You're safe, you have no idea how lucky you are to be alive. After being in the forest with the cold weather, what were you thinking dear?"

"Why are you being so nice to me? Look at me" tears were falling from her amber eyes" I'm a faunus…."

The woman didn't reacted, she looked like she didn't care. But she offered the small faunus her hand.

"You must be hungry, would you like some food?"

"But I'm a faunus…."

"Give me your hand, there's someone I would like to introduce you" she gave another smile.

Blake didn't know what to do but seeing her smile made her trust her. She gave a nod taking her hand and the woman got her out of the room she was in. Leading her into the halls of the walls and just like her room, they were made from the same paper walls. The woman brought her into an open room with an opening that was showing the view of outside. There was a man standing watching the view. He was in his late forties with long dark hair, wearing the same type of clothing as the woman, only difference it was black. The man turned around meeting the faunus, his eyes were colored indigo. The expression of the man was fierce yet gentle, as he was gazing at her there was something she never thought she would see being shown to someone like her, kindness.

"You're finally awake" the man spoke in a calm tone.

Blake only nodded somehow she couldn't speak before him.

"Tell me, what were you doing in the forest? The temperature is below twenty degrees, a child such as you would have die from the cold quicker than an adult."

"I...I was just..."

"Calm down child you're safe here. I won't get mad" a smile has spread his lips.

"I ran away…."

"From your home?"

"No home, I don't have a home."

"Don't you have any parents?" the man gave a quick glance at the woman.

"I don't, I ran away from the orphanage because I'm a faunus and everyone was being mean to me. I hate being a faunus" the girl sobbed.

The woman went next to him as she was reading his mind, he gave a nod gazing at the faunus girl.

"What is your name child?"

"Blake…."

"Well Blake I am Dorell I'm the head of this household, this is my wife Milena."

"It's a pleasure to meet you Blake" the woman gave a bow.

"If you have nowhere else to go, would you like to live with us?" asked Dorell.

"But I'm a faunus?" Blake stood shocked.

"All that I see is a frightened child who's experiencing the ignorance of people. In this house we don't discriminate. You'll be treated like a member of this family, well what is your decision?"

The small cat faunus stood still before tears were falling, she gave a nod while sobbing. Milena put the girl in a hug while Blake felt like she was living a dream. To think she will find people who will not hate her for her faunus heritage. Maybe running away from the orphanage was the right thing to do after all, to witnessed all that cold and almost dying wasn't for nothing. To be accepted by these kind people, those actions made it worth it. She smiled accepting the hug from the woman. Milena broke it giving the faunus a smile and Dorell was next to the girl.

"Blake I can tell just by looking into your eyes, you're strong. You have the eyes of a warrior. I wish to take you as my apprentice and teach you to fight."

"You, teach me to fight? Does that mean I can beat the mean people who calls me names?"

"No" he frowned while his wife gave a chuckle.

"Oh…."

"If I teach you to fight, it will be to defend yourself not so you could abuse it by becoming a bully."

"Okay…."

"But let me warn you Blake. The training will not be easy, and I assure you I shall not go easy on you my child."

She gulped but her stomach started growling, an action that made Milena giggled.

"You must be hungry dear I'll prepare the dinner."

Oliver chuckled not imagining her saying something like that. Blake on the other hand rolled her eyes.

"You really said that….?"

"I was four" the raven haired girl blushed a bit.

"And he and his wife took you in, not caring you were a faunus?"

"Yes, because of them I started to love myself as a faunus."

"So Dorell was the one who trained you?"

"He did and he meant every word. The training wasn't easy."

"What kind of fighting style did he taught you?"

"All kinds of hand to hand combat, but his specialty was stealth. He was the one who taught me to conceal my presence through my surroundings."

"Use the shadows to your advantage?" the archer stood in thought.

"More likely to catch my opponents off guard."

"The art of stealth, attacking from the shadows. Is Blake's teacher a ninja master?" Oliver wasn't surprised if it was truth, it will explain the cat faunus's agility and strong offensive attacks.

"Dorell and Milena I owed them so much, they are the closest thing I have ever had to a mother and father. That's why I'm proud to have their last name" she smiled.

"Last name? So you got Belladonna from your teacher….?"

"His name is Dorell Belladonna. He told me his family lineage were all warriors who defended Remnant from the shadows."

"Then I'm right, Dorell is a ninja master that comes from a line of ninja warriors."

"Blake, thank you for telling me about your life. I know its not easy to be telling me all of this."

"I don't have a problem at all, you're the first person I have told of my past. Actually its not so bad to share it with someone you can trust."

As the train was about to reach the border of the Vacuo kingdom they continued their conversation. Blake resumed her story telling Oliver about her training with her master and adoptive father. The archer vigilante continued to listen to every word, he was able to understand her more. Both were aware that they were getting closer as comrades and friends. The raven haired faunus followed with her training and the trials she went through to get strong. He felt happy, so far his Christmas Eve was doing good compared to the last Christmas he spent when he was alive and in Starling. The family conflicts, the secrets being held with the Queen family and his duty to protect the city, they weren't a good experience. But it didn't meant he didn't miss his family and friends, Thea was always on his mind just like Diggle and Felicity. He smiled listening to Blake maybe his first Christmas in Remnant won't be so bad after all.

(Scene change)

(Patron village outside of Vale)

Jaune Arc gave a sigh not feeling happy. He honestly didn't wanted Christmas break to arrive, heck he prefers to take a never ending school semester over the holiday break. Ever since the semester at Beacon ended he has being spending his vacation in a hotel, never wanting to return to his home. Because if he does so, he will eventually has to face his father. The blond teen hasn't forgotten what he did, running from home stealing his family weapon and grabbing the forged transcripts to get to Beacon. Knowing his old man there was no doubt he would still be angry with him. The obvious choice will be to stay at the hotel until the second semester starts. But he knew better than that, he couldn't run away from his responsibilities he was a new Jaune. There was also a call he received from Phyyra telling him to return home and face his father.

Eventually, the leader of team JNPR chose to return to his home village and face his old man. However the blond knight has being standing in the same place since he arrived hours ago. Of course he was scared to see his father since he ran away, even if he has gotten stronger since he trained with Phyyra and Oliver. Not to mention he was ashamed with himself for what he did, both of his parents must be disappointed in him. He wouldn't be surprised if they shun him as soon as they see his face. The young Arc gave another sigh and picked his bag walking towards the entrance of the village. As soon as he was in, memories came flowing through him. The times when he was made fun at by the children because he was weak, because he wasn't huntsman material unlike his father and his ancestors.

As he walked the streets of the village he heard people murmuring things, when they passed him by. Jaune knew exactly what they were saying, probably" that's him, that's Jaune Arc dead man walking". Yeah he knew he was in big trouble, as of today he might die and that was enough to scare the living crap out of him. The blond knight felt himself turning pale when his eyes were set on one of the houses on the far left, his home. Ignoring another murmur from someone he marched to the entrance of the Arc household. Before he was about to knock, his eyes widened the door has opened and he was met by a fist straight to his face. The force of the blow sent him to the ground and it hurt so much, his aura may healed the injury but the pain will remain for a while.

"How dare you show your face here after what you did?!"

The blond knight slowly got up to see the figure of his father, John Arc. The man stood at 6'4 with blond hair tied on a pony tail, blue eyes, wearing armor similar to the one he wears. However, the differences were the chain mail behind the armor and the Arc family emblem in the middle. The tall man wasn't happy just as Jaune thought, his father was the kind of person who would never forget the actions anyone does in the past. What he did was unforgivable for the family, so the obvious will be him being pissed at him. Someone else was behind the tall Arc, a woman in her early thirties with dark blond hair, sky blue eyes wearing a white mantle and blue dress. He was happy to see his mother Joan again since he left the house on that night. But this wasn't a happy family reunion to spend the holidays.

"Hi dad…."

John just kept his glare at his son while his mother shook her head.

"That's all you have to say boy?! Not just you have the guts to show your face in this house, but you pretend like nothing has happened!"

"Dad, I'm not deaf I can hear you just fine."

"What did you just say?" John was shocked along with his wife.

"You heard me!" Jaune decided to stand up to his old man it was now or never" I know I did wrong, and I know you have every right to be mad at me. But the least you can do right now is say hello and welcome me back to the house, its Christmas Eve right?"

He took a closer look at his parents, both were shocked. Joan stood with her mouth wide open, her husband was the same but with his eyes. Their reactions was as he expected, they never believe their son would act or say such things. The way they remember him, he was a bit timid, never taking back just someone who will obey to whatever thing they will say. Now it felt like they were gazing at a complete stranger and probably asking if this was their son? Or what happened to you? This attitude was the result of his new developed strength, he knew this has to happened. He needed to face this and now he thought he was a complete fool, thinking he could run away from this. John was the first to recover from the shock glaring at the boy who is his son, he was ready to give him another punch.

"Don't say a word. I know you're angrier and I thought about not coming here at all. But I thought long and hard, and not coming here, not facing you I will be running away and that will make me not worthy of the Arc family name."

The blond knight took so much courage to walked towards the tall man that is his father" so dad, let me prove to you that you've been wrong about me, let me show you that I've changed. Dad...I want you to fight me. You want to know if I'm really a weakling not worth to be part of this family, then face me."

John stood quiet but for some reason, he didn't looked so angry. The tall Arc stood in thought processing his son's words, his tone and the look in his eyes he really meant it. The determination and the honesty was enough to change his mood and the only thing he did was nod to his son. Jonh lead his son to the house ignoring the worried expression from her mother, Jaune only gave a soft smile to the woman now it wasn't the time for greetings he had a fight to attend. Not even the presence of one of his sisters was enough to take away his attention for he was about to fight, his toughest battle yet. Cardin was tough but nothing was compared to his own father. John Arc was a legend like his grandfather and father before him, this was an opponent that was above him. But the young knight was confident remembering all the training he took to become the person he is today.

The irony he felt when his father has showed him to the same training field where he failed. This is where he started his training, the same training he couldn't pass. The blond teen didn't know if he should laugh, of course this will be the perfect setting for his match. Taking a deep breath Jaune removed his shield and sword, knowing his old man he was already prepare for the fight and he was right. The blond leader saw the Arc holding a large round shield and a sword bigger than his own sword. By now his sisters were present and though they were overjoyed to see their brother again, they knew it was the wrong time to ran and hug him. He kept his determination while he was nervous on the inside. But he didn't had any regrets if he didn't do this, he will be forever shun by his father.

"I shall prove if you're worth of Crocea Mors."

"I'm ready, dad…."

John checked his son's composure, he looked calm and his posture was right. His shield was on his right like he was expecting an attack from such direction, it made the tall Arc chuckled mentally. He was right handed, so it should be expected he will attack his son from said direction. John made the first move but instead went for an attack on the left, surprised Jaune has blocked it with his shield, it was more as he expected an attack on the left. The blond teen has attack hitting his shield but went with a flurry of attacks, which he blocked them but was impressed at the speed of the attacks. Not to mention they were done in the right precisions, he figured out someone has given his son training. It was pretty clear this wasn't the same Jaune Arc who failed his training.

"Not bad. My compliments to whoever trained you."

"Yeah, they did a pretty good job on me."

John didn't reacted knowing more than one person trained him, his eyes focused on his opponent. He went for a straight attack that didn't fazed his son. Jaune has performed a roll behind him, the tall Arc was shocked he was caught off guard. The blond teen attacked his old man behind, before he grabbed his shield and blocked more attacks. The tall Arc went for the offensive with strikes and using his shield to attack, he was surprised his son was able to take those attacks. The teen went for the defensive trying hard to find an opening to counter, it was a hard fight and he knew it from the start. No matter how hard he tried his father was stronger and his chances of winning were pretty slim. The last blow from his father caught him off guard, and this was it he was going to lose.

A shield bash from John sent him to the ground and he lost his sword in the process. The shield was lost shortly from a powerful shield bash from the tall Arc, that was the end of the match. Joan and the seven sisters stood quiet at the results of the fight. As Jaune was on the ground he didn't know if she should be pleased or disappointed with his performance. Of course he knew he wasn't going to beat his father, but still part of him wasn't happy with the end. He promised he wouldn't shed a tear no matter the results, but it was impossible not, before he realized tears were falling. Most likely, his father wasn't pleased and he might shun him forever. The blond knight couldn't get up the loss have really taken a toll on him. John has sheathed the sword and his shield away, his eyes never leaving his defeated opponent.

"The match is over, you have lost…."

"That's it huh? I knew this was going to happen, I never stood a chance, isn't that right dad?" Jaune was sobbing" I was never going to beat you…."

He slowly got up" I'm sorry dad, it's mt fault. Sorry you had such a weak son, that I will never meet your expectations…."

The blond teen was shocked as he felt his father's hands on his shoulder.

"No son, it wasn't your fault, it was mine. I should have given you another chance instead of doubting you. You fought bravely, and you lasted longer than I expected. You have prove me to be worthy of our family name."

"But I lost!"

"That doesn't matter, the point of this match was to prove your worth, and you have. I have forgotten, we Arcs are late bloomers. It takes longer than usual for us to grow strong, I was just like you when I was your age, always behind than everyone, failing at every training. If I have given you another chance, then perhaps you would have had better experience at Beacon. I wish I was more like Ozpin, even if he knew all along about your forge transcripts, he always believe in you. I should have believe in you, son will you ever forgive me?"

"Dad…." he couldn't say a word he was still sobbing.

"What do you say son? Will you let me give you some training?"

"I guess, I can probably take it now" he dried his tears.

"But first, let me welcome you back and celebrate. Like you said, it is Christmas Eve."

"Jaune!"

The blond teen was tackled to the ground by his seven sisters. They were all happy and in tears Joan smiled as her husband was next to her, both happy their son was back. The family was together again just in time to celebrate the holidays. John wanted to make things right again, this time he will train his son and gave him his full support. Jaune felt like a huge burden has being lifted from his shoulders, his father wasn't disappointed in him even when he lost. Now he can spend Christmas without any worries it was all thanks to his friends , Phyyra, Oliver and the rest of his friends who believe in him. He will always be grateful to all of them and also to Ozpin who kept him in Beacon when he knew about his fake transcripts.

(Scene change)

(Location: Patch island outside of the kingdom of Vale)

When Barry arrived to the small island he never realized it will be like this. Though Patch was small, there were many houses with quite the amount of people. It also had a beautiful view especially when the sun was setting welcoming the night. The speedster was currently trying to hold on not to fall off from bumblebee. Yang was obviously driving her bike with Ruby behind her, and the teacher assistant was holding on to her barely trying not to fall from the vehicle. The bike was after all, a two passenger vehicle, a third one was highly not recommended. The speedster had no choice to hold to the rosette's waist without noticing Ruby blushing, and Yang grinning from the corner of her eye. Seeing her sister embarrassed was too much for the blond brawler, so she never gets tired of teasing her.

The bike took a couple of turns from the small houses, pretty soon night has arrived. Barry was in awe the island village was even prettier in the evening. He was glad it wasn't snowing, though he was happy to see snow for the first time he wasn't ready to get used to the cold weather. Soon the yellow bike made a stop in front of a house, a little bigger than the others. The speedster noticed the designs of the houses were similar to the houses from his world making Patch the most normal place he has ever seen so far. The blond brawler removed her yellow helmet and removed her aviator glasses while Ruby got off the vehicle with the relief Barry. Staring at the house he didn't had to guess this was their home and looking at the sisters' faces they were happy to be back after being a semester away in Beacon.

"Home sweet home" Yang smiled.

"Barry! Mi casa!" Ruby happily pointed to the house.

"When did you learned spa-" the speedster was cut off with the scythe wielder taking his hand and leading him to the house.

Yang grinned watching the two teens leave" operation kiss is on the way, already set plenty of mistletoe around the house. Ruby's going to have a Christmas to remember."

"Ruby take it easy, I don't think we should be in a hurry."

"I want you to meet my dad and my uncle!" said the rosette so excited.

The speedster chuckled at her happiness and he didn't minded meeting her family. Since she only mentioned her father and her uncle, he thought the worst has happened to her mother. In fact, he's being suspecting such for a while because there were times Ruby has unintentionally mentioned her mother and she will stop herself from finishing the sentence only for her features changing to a sad reaction. Barry felt sorry for her, he knew exactly what she was going through losing your mother forever. He mentally gave a sad smile, looks like he and the leader of RWBY had more in common than he thought. His thinking was halted gazing at the inside of the house, it looked very pretty with the addition of the Christmas decoration. He did noticed other houses had decorations celebrating the holidays.

"Dad we're home!"

"In the kitchen sweetie" came an adult male voice.

Ruby kept her smiled and kept dragging Barry towards the kitchen. The speedster couldn't help but smile again, he always like seeing the rosette in a happy mood. The scythe wielder made a complete stop reaching her destination, with the teen behind her. Barry smiled when he saw Zwei being his usual self, the cute dog being happy and wagging his tail. He caressed the small dog while giving it a belly rub, Zwei was wagging his right back leg loving it. But he realized there were people present in the kitchen. One was a man in his early thirties with short blond hair and dark lilac eyes wearing a white apron with a brown shirt and long brown pants with brown boots, he was putting a plate of food in a table. The other was man also looking in his early thirties with short dark hair and silver eyes wearing a white shirt with long black pants and black boots, of course Barry knew him as Qrow.

"Is dinner ready?" Yang arrived at the kitchen.

"You're just in time" replied the blond man who was obviously the girl's father.

"Dad, uncle Qrow this is Barry" Ruby introduced the male teen who smiled in return.

"It's a pleasure to meet you both."

"Oh so you're the Barry my daughter keeps telling me about. Every time she called me she never misses mentioning your name. I'm Taiyang Xiao Long pleasure to finally meet your acquaintance" he gave the teen a handshake that almost crush his hand.

"Ow my hand…."

"Sorry Barry, force of habit" the blond man gave a smile.

"Please to meet you Barry, I am Qrow. You may have heard of me."

"I heard a lot from you at Signal and from Ruby of course."

"Well since everyone's finally here, let's get seated and enjoy dinner" said Taiyang.

"Everyone? You mean…."

"Yeah Barry that includes you" Yang smiled getting seated.

"T..thanks" he felt embarrassed getting seated.

"I hope everyone's ready for my turkey surprise."

"Dad I love your turkey surprise!" said Ruby.

Taiyang smiled serving everyone a piece of the cooked turkey which smelled and looked good too. Immediately the smell hit Barry's nostrils full force and his stomach reacted with a growl. Even if he ate plenty before leaving for Patch, everyone started eating. For a moment the speedster felt like he was among family, it felt like old times when it was him, Joe and Iris. During Christmas Joe will make dinner with Iris helping him. The dinner was bringing him those memories he cherished so much and for a moment he felt like crying. But he hold himself resuming eating the delicious food, his sad features were noticed by Ruby. The rosette silver eyes softened gazing at him, she was in thought pausing on her eating. Yang saw her sister's expression but chose not to say anything. Qrow, however noticed all three expressions but remained quiet he will give his opinion later if necessary.

"So Barry" Taiyang started conversation" Yang tells me you and Ruby have gotten close."

The rosette has bushed trying to swallow her food while Yang was grinning and her father followed with the same trademark grin.

"We are close" the speedster smiled.

"Oh really?" the blond man was still grinning.

"She's a great friend and because of her I'm spending Christmas Eve with all of you" Barry smiled turning to the RWBY leader.

"And since she's being asking me like ten times before getting here" he took the bag with the boxes" I know we're eating and maybe, now's not the time. But I think it's time I gave you and Yang your gifts.

"Really? You bought something for me Barry?" Yang.

"For you" the speedster gave the blond and smiled gazing at Ruby" and for you."

The rosette immediately shredded the gift wrapping paper and opened the box. Her silver eyes widened as they glimmered with joy, followed by drooling. She was staring at the speedster with the same expression on her face.

"Is this…."

"Yeah they're-"

"High impact dust rounds with maximum range capacity!"

"That, they're bombs that you can load to your scythe in rifle mode. Obviously they're stronger than the rifle rounds you usually use, but you probably already know that."

Ruby was still so happy with his gift not knowing what to say, she couldn't wait to test these babies on Crescent Rose. Yang opened her gift and smiled watching a small box that hold bigger dust shells they looked like they were compatible with Ember Cellica.

"Those are high impact dust rounds for your gauntlets. They hold stronger fire power than your usual rounds, also it has wider range" explained the speedster.

"Thanks Barry much oblige, I'll be testing these later" the blond brawler went to give him a hug.

She grinned noticing her sister pouting, but it was different from her regular pout. This one hold jealousy, her father was grinning too.

"Yang…." the rosette tried to say something to her sister to get her off the teen.

"Thanks again Barry" she broke the hug while Ruby was still pouting.

"I hope you two are grateful for Barry's gifts" said Qrow.

"Oh I am!" the scythe wielder smiled.

"Same with me."

"That's very nice of you Barry" followed Taiyang.

"Its okay you don't have to thank me. I'm just happy I was invited here, I was kind of nervous. I thought you guys weren't going to be happy because of me being here, I know Christmas is supposed to be spend by families."

"Oh here we go again" Yang gave a sigh.

"Barry that's not true" Ruby started.

"Now Barry there's no need for you to think like that. I am glad my daughter invited you, I can see you're important to her. I can also see that you're going to become someone important for this family."

"The meaning of family doesn't necessary means only people related by blood" Qrow started gazing at his two niece" family can be refer to as close people that can be trusted, I believe you can be consider as such."

"That's right, I see nothing wrong with considering you a part of this family Barry."

"If dad says so then it's okay with me" said Ruby.

"Welcome to the family" Yang smiled.

"Thanks…." that was all the speedster could take as the tears were falling" can you excuse me for a moment?"

The teen got up from the table and left leaving a confused family. Ruby reacted following him, she was worried.

"I guess he's very emotional" replied the blond brawler.

"No, I don't believe that's the case. That boy has been through a lot" said Qrow.

Barry was outside of the family house still in tears. The thought of being accepted in Ruby's family was too much to take. He believed while he was in Remnant he never believe he will be able to have another family like the one he had in his world, back Central city. But spending time with both sisters, Taiyang and Qrow brought the memories back. Those Christmas with Joe and Iris, those times that he was so happy to have them by his side, when his father Henry was in jail and couldn't be there for him. Drying his tears the teen got seated at the porch of the house, he never thought he will feel this happy in this world and during Christmas. He saw Ruby getting seated next to him.

"You okay?"

"Yeah, I guess I couldn't take it. I was so happy I started crying, I'm sure a wimp."

"That's not true, you're not a wimp. You're pretty cool to hang with."

"Thanks for the complement, you have a great family Ruby."

"I know, they're the best" her silver eyes softened thinking about her mother.

"Listen Ruby I...there's something I need to tell you" the speedster took a breath.

"Time to come clean and tell her the truth."

"There's something important I have to tell you...about the Flash."

"The Flash?" the rosette got confused not knowing why he was bringing the scarlet speedster.

"I know you've been wanting to know who he is, that you want to know his secret identity…."

"…."

"Well Ruby, it's me…I'm the Flash" he gazed at her.

"….."

"Ruby?"

The silver eyed girl has lowered her head" I know…."

"What….?"

"I know" she still had her head down.

"What do you mean you know?"

"I've known for a week" she scratched the back of her head.

"You've known that long, and how do you know?"

"There's something I have to tell you too Barry" the Rose petite took a breath" do you remember when I awoke your aura?"

"Yeah…."

"I...after I awoke it, well I started seeing your memories…."

"What? What do you mean by seeing my memories?" Barry stood shocked.

"It's being happening for months and at first I had no idea they were yours. But when I found out they were your memories I was seeing, me and Blake went to Professor Ozpin and he said I'm seeing them because we have a strong bond, and we have a connection. By the way, Blake's seeing Oliver memories just so you know" she gave a cute smile.

"Okaaaayyyyy" the speedster was still having a hard time processing all the information.

"I know you're shock, well I'll be shock too if I find out someone is seeing through my memories. Um, you okay?"

"Last I check I am, you said you started seeing my memories since you unlocked my aura?"

"Yeah…."

"I don't know if what you told me about Ozpin makes any sense at all. Honestly I don't know what to say."

"…."

"Ruby what's wrong?" he noticed the silver eyed girl was sad.

"I….."

"What is it?"

"Are you angry with me?" she whispered.

"Why would I be angry at you?" he smiled.

"I saw what happened to your mom…."

Barry stood shocked but something else shocked him a lot, tears were forming on Ruby's eyes.

"I saw everything that you went through after she died, that you're dad was sent to jail getting blamed for her death, that you started living with that nice police officer and his daughter, everything from your childhood, when you got struck by that lightning bolt becoming the Flash, the months you spent on a coma, when you started fighting crime, all those villains you fought, even that evil man who killed your mother…."

"….."

"There were so many memories about you, I know everything. That you're from another world, that you were older in that world, and the times when you and the Arrow joined forces. I think the memory that hurt the most was the one of your mom and the one when you tried to save her by going back to the past…."

Barry kept his eyes on the girl who was in tears, it looked like she was heart broken.

"I know how much it hurts to lose your mom. A long time ago my mom left on hunting mission and she never return, I found out she died on the mission. I was six when it happened. Barry I don't want you to get angry at me because it's not right for me to see so many memories from your life, something that is personal and it should be private. I wanted for you to tell me all about it, not finding out like that and it makes me angry that I found out that way. Please don't get angry at me I don't want to lose your friendship, you're such a super cool person and you're precious to me…."

"I..I..I..I don't care if you're from another world or if you're older than me I just care about you so much, so please don't get angry….."

She broke down but Barry pulled her to an embrace. He was in tears feeling so hurt for the petite. He thought that there was only one Ruby Rose, the one who was all smiles and cheery with a positive attitude and there was this one. The one who is broken because of the death of her mother, he had no idea how much she was hurting because of it. He was there, he has felt that same pain when he lost his mother and when he chose not to interfere with the course of time by not saving her. The other thing that was tearing him apart was the fact that she thought he will get angry at her for seeing his memories. He understood how she felt, she wanted him to tell her about himself and everything else about his life. But Ruby found out from seeing those memories how are personal to him, and she thought that was wrong.

"I will never ever, get angry at you Ruby you got that?" he broke the hug starting at the teared girl" never, I have no right to get angry at you, okay?"

She nodded as he dried her tears.

"Listen it wasn't your fault you were seeing my memories."

"But I chose to unlock your aura…."

"Yeah it was your choice but I accepted it. You have no control for seeing my memories, and you didn't knew that was going to happen for unlocking my aura either, so it wasn't your fault" he smiled drying his tears.

The speedster put his hands on her face" from now on, I don't want to see you cry like you just did. I want the Ruby who is always happy, that's the Ruby I want."

The petite leader gave a quick nod smiling, yeah she was back to normal he wouldn't want it any other way.

"You know, ever since I came to Remnant I thought I was never going to find any happiness. I was devastated when I found out I died and I can't return to my world, I can't return to any of my family and friends" he felt like crying but gave a smile running a hand through the petite's hair.

"But I was wrong, I met so many people I consider my friends and I have found happiness here. And you Ruby, ever since I met you I realized I was happy in this world. You're the best thing that ever happened to me in Remnant."

His smile was wide but the RWBY leader stopped herself when he said those last words. She was blushing and her heart was beating like crazy. That feeling was at it again, such a strong warm feeling that will bring her to her knees. It felt so wonderful and it was always there whenever she was with Barry, thank Monty Yang wasn't here or she will be teasing her till no end. There were also the time when her sister hugged the teen, she felt a bad feeling in her gut she didn't like it. But that feeling got worse when she saw in Barry's memories that he was in love with Iris and his love for her was so strong, he was willing to let her be with someone else while he was hurting on the inside. He only wished for her to be happy even if it was secretly killing him. She didn't know if she was jealous of such strong affection, but she hope that someday, Barry will love her that way.

Barry made sure there weren't anymore tears on the girl's face, when he looked above and smiled. He lifted Ruby's head to where he was looking at making her silver eyes widened in shock. There at the top stood a mistletoe she scolded mentally her sister has strike again, but those thoughts were erased when she felt her left cheeks being kissed by a pair of warm lips. She couldn't believe it, Barry has kissed her cheek her whole body has froze. He was still smiling and she was blushing, yet again her heart was beating like crazy, again. Its like her entire body was given up on her and she was ready to faint, sure this was the first time a boy has given her a kiss, so that was enough excuse to faint but she couldn't. She didn't wanted this moment to end, she will forever remember this night for the rest of her life.

"Thanks for tonight Ruby. It means a lot to me that you invited me to your home."

The young Rose didn't said a word she was still too happy to say anything. She felt like she was walking in the air and all she could do was smile, smile and more smile. Also that her cheeks were red and all she wanted to do right now, was to stay at Barry's side for the rest of Christmas Eve. She never noticed someone was gazing through the window of the house, a certain blond has snapped a couple of shots using her scroll. She smiled when she took the picture of Barry kissing her sister's cheek, a grin was formed on Yang Xiao Long's lips.

"Nailed it…."

She was about to head back to the kitchen when she heard Ruby gasped. The blond brawler saw through the window and gasp, Barry was releasing lightning through his body and he looked like he couldn't control it. She quickly ran outside and saw her sister worried sick.

"Ruby what happened?!"

"I don't know, one minute we we're looking at the sky and suddenly Barry wasn't feeling well. He started releasing that lightning!"

"Barry listen! You have to stop right now! You're going to get hurt or hurt any of us!" shouted Yang.

"I can't stop it! I can't control it aaahhhhhhhhhhh!"

"Barry!" Ruby cried she was starting to tear up.

Taiyang and Qrow arrived when they heard the teen's cry.

"Dad what's happening to him?" asked Yang.

"I think this is the result of…." started the blond man.

"It's his aura" Qrow replied" it has reached its limit, this is causing his body to go out of control. As a result his semblance is being developed. What we're seeing right now, is his semblance…."

"Lightning….? Why Lightning?" asked the blond brawler of course she didn't know his secret of him being the Flash.

"Can we do something to stop it?" asked the worried sick Ruby.

"There's nothing we can do, it is up to Barry. He's the only one who can stop his aura from going out of control" said the scythe wielder and teacher.

"Barry!" the rosette got closer to the teen.

"Ruby what are you doing?! Don't get too close to him!" said Yang worried.

"I have to! Listen Barry, you can stop it, you can control it. Its your aura, your semblance!"

"I don't know it's too strong!" the speedster cried feeling more of the energy leaving his body.

"Think about all the memories that make you happy. Your friends your family, everyone who gave you a reason to live, the reason you choose to try to make better each day" the RWBY leader wasn't giving up on him.

"The memories that make me happy, my friends and my family…."

Barry knew exactly what to do, Ruby's words really reached out to him. He thought about everyone from Central city, his father, Joe, Iris, Cisco, Caitlin, Ronnie, Professor Stein. Then he thought about his friends from Starling city, Oliver, Felicity and Diggle. He finally thought about everyone from Remnant, Seymour, team JNPR, Professor Ozpin, Professor Oobleck, Professor Goodwitch, then everyone from team RWBY. His final thoughts were on Ruby, everyone of those people have really made him happy to be alive and it was because of them he trying to live his life to the fullest. Before he realized the lightning was gone and his aura seemed to have return to normal, it was no longer out of control.

"You did it Barry!" Ruby ran to him giving the teen a hug.

"Yeah I did it, oh man what a rush."

"Looks like personal experience did it" smiled Yang.

"Personal experience….?" the speedster turned to the petite.

"I kind of went the same thing when I first developed my semblance" she blushed slightly.

"Thanks Ruby, I don't think I would have been able to stop it, if it weren't for you" smiled the speedster.

"It's okay, glad I was able to help."

"Should we leave you two alone and continue where you left off?" Yang couldn't help but grinned, but seeing her sister's red face was enough to make her comment worth it.

And of course her father laughing, best of Taiyang he's very easy to laugh. Needless to say her puns always make his day.

Qrow on the other hand, just sighed he was the opposite always being too serious.

Suddenly a growl caught everyone's attention. It was the sound of Barry's stomach he smiled to the family" so, can we get back to eat I'm hungry?"

"I have no idea you were still hungry Barry, maybe it was the Ursai we heard that gave the impression" said Taiyang with a laugh.

"Funny" he rolled his eyes while Ruby giggled.

(Scene change)

(Location: Vacuo orphanage kingdom of Vacuo)

When they arrived to their destination Oliver was expecting the building to be bigger, but he was wrong. The orphanage was small which made him hard to believe that children were able to live at such small accommodation. He followed Blake to the front entrance, the faunus pressed the ring bell. The door automatically opened due to someone releasing the lock from the inside. The cat faunus opened the door leading the archer inside, and that's when he was pretty much shocked. The place itself was smaller on the inside than outside, again he asked himself how could children leave here? Blake went to the front desk recognizing the elderly woman present. She had short white hair made in a single bun with glasses chestnut eyes wearing a brown jacket and a long blue skirt. The older woman spotted the raven haired girl and gave a smile while adjusting her glasses.

"Oh my goodness, Blake is that really you?"

"Hello Mrs. Swan, Merry Christmas" she smiled.

"Merry Christmas to you too dear. My look at you, all grown up and you're not alone. Who is this fine young man?"

"This is Oliver."

"It's a pleasure to meet you Mrs. Swan" the archer smiled.

The elderly woman gave a smile" nice to meet you."

"My Blake, you really know how to pick em'" she was elbowing the cat faunus on her side while giving a mischievous smile.

The raven haired girl gave a nervous smile while feeling her cheeks heat up. She noticed Oliver chuckling and she elbowed him on his side shutting him up.

"I'm glad to see you're doing well."

"I'm glad to see you're all right too. I was so worried when I found out you ran away from the orphanage dear. Luckily you were adopted by that nice man and his wife."

"I was truly lucky…." she smiled thinking of her adoptive parents.

"Excuse me Mrs. Swan are you in charge of this orphanage?" asked Oliver.

"That's correct sunny boy. I'm the owner as well as caretaker of the children. Originally the orphanage belonged to my late husband. The orphanage was his family legacy, after he passed away he left me ownership of the place through his will."

"I'm really sorry to hear about your husband."

"That's all right sunny boy, he's in a better place. I just hope I can last long enough for at least the children to get adopted."

"And speaking of the children, I would like to see them if that's okay with you."

The elderly woman gazed at Blake who nodded" sure thing, they're all full of energy."

Mrs. Swan has taken a whistle hanging it on her neck before leading both teens to the hallway. She opened the first door letting them in, their eyes widened. It was a wide room with all sorts of toys and it was filled with so many children. But what Oliver took notice that they were all faunus, it will make sense that was the case. Blake told him Vacuo was the kingdom who was the most hostile towards the faunus race. Obviously no one would bother to adopt one because of their hatred for them. Then he wondered if that was the case, then what will happen to them when they reach the age limit. An orphanage had a limit when they turned a certain age, if nobody has adopted one what will become the future of that faunus? He gazed at Blake and it looked like she was reading his mind.

The children were still playing not noticing the presence of their caretaker and the two teens accompanying her. Mrs. Swan reached for the whistle and blew it as loud as her lungs could, that was enough to get the attention of the children.

"Good evening children."

"Good evening Mrs. Swan" they replied in unison.

"I hope you're all behaving, I wouldn't want to scold anyone especially tonight. You all know what day is today?"

"It's Christmas Eve!" replied the chorus of children.

"That's right its the season were behaving is the most important."

"It's also the season for sharing" said a raccoon faunus.

"Correct dear, always share what little we have" smiled the elderly woman.

"Mrs. Swan, will we get presents this year?" asked a girl faunus who was a weasel.

"We might or we might not dear. Remember the most important thing of Christmas is to spend time together."

"Mrs. Swan, is it all right if I take a look around?" asked Oliver.

"Sure thing sunny boy, just don't get lost."

"I don't mind if I show him around. I still remember the place" said Blake.

They left the room with the cat faunus leading the archer to another door. Oliver didn't know what to say when he saw the next room, it was supposed to be the library. First the place wasn't in the best affordable conditions, the floor and the roof were damaged though it was clean it looked like it could use some remodeling. The second thing, he checked the books and was shocked that all of them were outdated, not one single book was new. Some of them had broken covers, broken pages and some had missing pages. He didn't turned to Blake who once more was probably thinking the same thing. The next room they went had a couple of beds with faunus children in it, they were hospitalized. The sight was enough to make the archer vigilante teared up, they were so young probably six to seven years old.

"What happened to them?"

"Unfortunately not all faunus were brought to the world healthy. Many got sick and had serious diseases, many died here. Mrs. Swan didn't wanted to bring it up because it will always break her heart. Even when I was in the orphanage they were still faunus who weren't lucky to stand in their feet, these ones, they're just waiting to die."

"Isn't there anything that can be done?"

"The orphanage's budget is not enough. Mrs. Swan can barely afford the beds and the equipment. You saw the library, you saw the conditions here. Its even a miracle the orphanage was able to hold on for this long. There are even people who want to tear the place down. Probably to replace it for a shopping mall or a parking lot, who knows" Blake's eyes softened gazing at the hospitalized faunus.

Oliver rubbed his forehead as he left the room in a hurry. Watching all of that really angered him to why there has to be so much hatred for the faunus? Why so much discrimination for the race? It was no wonder why Blake ran away when she was only four. Just because they looked different it didn't meant they deserve to be treated different. Before coming to the orphanage he noticed many faunus out on the streets, it was the result for never getting adopted. Once they reached the age limit they will eventually leave the orphanage and be on the streets, with nowhere else to go. As he reached the front desk he saw Mrs. Swan doing some paperwork. After seeing the conditions this orphanage was living he couldn't leave without doing something about it.

"Sunny boy what's the hurry?"

"I just think, being in the season for sharing your orphanage deserves a donation."

"A donation? You're acting silly, it doesn't matter how little I have. As long as I'm with the children, that will be enough for this old woman."

"I will have to insist" Oliver took some lien from his wallet as Blake arrived and her amber eyes widened seeing the amount he has taken.

"Oliver, what are you doing?"

"The right thing" he offered the lien to the elderly woman.

"Oh dear, I think I need to lie down for a moment" Mrs. Swan looked like she was ready to have a heart attack gazing at the amount.

"Take it, your orphanage needs it."

"This is too much lien I can't accept this."

"This generous donation is a gift courtesy of the headmaster of Beacon Academy. He won't mind helping your orphanage" he smiled.

"But this too much, what should I do with this?"

"You can start with buying the necessary equipment for the sick children. You can start remodeling the entire place, buy new and updated books, buy food, buy toys. I think that will be a nice start, don't you agree?"

"I...I don't know what to say" the elderly woman was in tears.

"Just promise me that you will turn this orphanage into a true home for any homeless faunus."

"That's a promise I can keep. Thank you Oliver."

"Merry Christmas Mrs. Swan."

"Merry Christmas."

The archer smiled as he left the place. Mrs. Swan was looking dreamily while turning a gaze at the young faunus.

"That boy's a keeper, when are you going to make your move on him Blake?"

The cat faunus gave a sigh trying not be embarrassed and head to the front door.

"If you're not gonna claim dibs on him I will."

"Merry Christmas Mrs. Swan."

The raven haired girl left the orphanage with her cheeks red. She couldn't believe she had the guts to claim dibs on a person who was fifty years younger than her. Then again, Oliver was supposed to be twenty eight and he looked like he just turned eighteen. Literally he was older than her by eleven years and yet she didn't care about that, it wasn't the age or the appearance but the kind of person he is. Thinking about that made her smile, then she remember what Yang told her and chose to ignore it. She caught up to Oliver who wasn't walking too fast, it was more like he was waiting for her. It confused her he was willing to give that much lien for the orphanage.

"What was that all about?"

"Just giving a friendly donation."

"You just gave two hundred thousand lien to Mrs. Swan's orphanage and you don't sound bothered by it."

"I'm not, I was happy to give her all that lien."

"Will Professor Ozpin feel the same way?"

"I'll call him to give him the news. He won't mind, after all its Christmas."

"Oliver…." Blake gave a smile" thank you, because of your donation the orphanage might last for a long time."

"That's what I'm hoping for. Now where else are we going?"

"Where else?"

"I'm sure you didn't came to Vacuo just to go to the orphanage. There's somewhere else you want to go."

"Actually, yes there's somewhere else I would like to go. I always visit them every Christmas."

(Time skip)

Oliver had a pretty good idea where they were going. They have left the city and went right through the forest, the snow was making it hard to see the path. But Blake already knew where to go, it wasn't the first time she has come here. She knew the path that clear from the many times she has come to this forest. They reached an area where there were flowers that couldn't be recognize because of the snow covering them. The archer was able to tell their form and shape and he has seen them before, from a book he read about plants and flowers. The irony made him chuckle, they were Belladonna flowers. Blake's teacher's last name was Belladonna, and he was surrounded by a field of the flower by the same name.

"You've done a lot for the faunus…."

"Giving a donation to a faunus orphanage is a start."

"Not just that, you have given them hope that someday they can achieve equality. You've given them strength."

"I have?" he turned to her like he didn't believe it.

"Haven't you watch the news? Or read the paper?"

"Can't say I have."

"Your speech months ago, just because of that many faunus follow you especially those who are members of the faunus right movement. They're calling you the Arrow of Hope."

"Never knew I'll be one to be giving hope to others."

"Well believe it, that's why I'm glad to have you as a friend. With the Arrow I can believe that our dream will come true, maybe not today but someday we'll be treated as equals."

"I want everyone to treat each other as equals, both humans and faunus. I know it will take a long time but I'm not giving up and I'm not planning to."

Blake smiled as she stared ahead" we're here…."

Oliver saw the house ahead, it surprised him a bit. The house looked very similar to one from ancient Japan, from back at his world. It was the perfect home for a person who teaches the art of the ninja. Blake reached the front door and gave a gentle knock, she smiled as the door opened revealing her adoptive mother. The teen saw her giving such a big smile, it was a smile he never thought he would see her make. The woman pulled the raven haired girl in a warm embrace and saw tears falling from the faunus. It made him happy that there were people who care for her for being a person and not a faunus, to see her as she was their own daughter.

"Blake I'm so happy to see you again" Milena broke the hug smiling at the young girl.

"Me too, mother."

"And who might you be?"

"This is Oliver. Oliver this is Milena, she's my adoptive mother."

"Pleasure to meet you" he smiled at the woman.

"Is he your fiance?" she asked in a whisper to the cat faunus making her blushed.

"Friend" Blake whispered back still feeling embarrassed.

She smiled while giving a nod" please come inside, I just made dinner."

Blake removed her shoes and Oliver followed, he expected such. Having a house similar to a Japanese house, obviously the owner must have the Japanese tradition of removing your shoes before entering. Milena lead them to a hallway arriving at the dining room. Just as Oliver thought the table was on the floor and one has to be seated on the floor as well. The raven haired faunus smiled spotting her teacher and adoptive father seated, waiting for everyone with the table filled with food. The food was also similar to Japanese dishes. For some reason the vigilante felt like he will get along with the man he hasn't met yet. He saved Blake's life when she was along in a forest filled with snow, accepted her as his own not caring if she was a faunus, and trained her to be ready for combat.

"Welcome back Blake" Dorell smiled at the sight of his adoptive daughter.

"It's good to be back master-I mean father."

Dorell gazed at the unknown visitor who was next to his daughter, surprisingly the teen gave him a bow.

"It's a pleasure to meet you sir, I am Oliver Queen. I am honored to finally meet the man who taught Blake to fight" he smiled.

"Likewise, I am Dorell Belladonna head of this household, you are welcome to join us for dinner Oliver. I am pleased for you Blake, that you have found a fiance."

"He's her friend" Milena whispered to her husband.

Dorell blinked gazing at the two, both were actually blushing" friends for the time being…."

"Anyway please be seated, let us enjoy the food and perhaps we can share stories."

"I will like that" Oliver smiled he was right, he was going to get along with this man.

As they got seated to start eating the archer felt lightheaded. His body growing heavy and he felt it, his aura. It was like his aura has grow in size and it hit a wall it was trapped, and it couldn't get out. At that moment his eyes widened and couldn't believe it, he was able to see the entire lay out of the house. It wasn't just Dorell's home but the entire lay out of the forest, he was able to see everything surrounding the forest, every small detail from the plants, flowers and the animals. The archer had no idea how this was happening or how he was doing this, but it scared him. This wasn't normal, he rubbed his eyes trying to get the image out and he was glad when he opened his eyes again it was gone. He was back at the table like nothing has happened, then he saw Blake looking at him worried.

"Oliver, you okay?"

"Yeah I'm fine, I just space out for a moment. Pay no attention to that.

Somehow the cat faunus didn't believe him, and it was the same thing with Dorell.

(Scene change)

(Location: abandoned ship terminal outskirts of the kingdom of Atlas)

The highly valuable sports car made a complete stop after entering the area. Captain Cold and Heat Wave emerged from the vehicle ready to start their mission with breaking the penitentiary to rescue the Queen's associate. Snart was being his calm usual self but Mick was uneasy, he didn't like any of this in the least. Simply because he didn't trusted the masked woman criminal mastermind one bit. Even if his was a pyromaniac obsess with fire who loves the thrill of fighting, he was well aware the Queen was not to be trusted. He and his partner were obviously being used to rescue another criminal and the result of the mission, will be both of them getting back stab by the woman. He grumbled softly but Cold was able to hear him and rolled his eyes.

"Let's remember what we came here to do."

"The prison break, right…."

"Mick try to sound happy about this. It's not every day we get to infiltrate a maximum security prison."

"Tell me again why are we doing this?"

"Because we're doing her a favor. Once we get her partner out of prison, she will owe us a favor. That's how it is, fifty fifty."

"And you think she's going to repay us? For all we know she might try to have us killed."

"Mick…." Snart stopped his partner" didn't I said, I don't trust her either? That I'm counting on her to stab us on the back."

"Yeah you did said that…."

"And didn't I tell you that I already come up with a counter plan in case she betrays us? A plan B, you remember I told you all about it?" he gave a grin.

The pyromaniac started grinning" right, I remember it's a good plan."

"What do you expect from me? Now let's get going, they're probably waiting for us."

The rogues resumed their walking reaching a landing dock where stood a large ship, completely different from a bull head. They spotted three people they've never seen before a tall man with a bear and two girls who were twins and they looked like they were sixteen. Cold concluded that they were part of the group for the prison break, he knew him and Mick weren't the only ones to be part of this operation. Either way both rogues didn't pay attention to the three, in fact neither Junior or the Malachite twins pay attention to the arrival of both men. They kept on waiting for the brains behind the mission. The ship's hatch opened revealing Queen and someone was next to her.

It was a girl looking in her mid teens quite short, her hair had a color variation of pink, brown and white streaks in the pink half. Her eyes were brown, pale pink and white. She was wearing a white jacket with a pink interior, brown pants and gray boots with very high heels. Under her jacket is a black corset, curved in the middle and at the bottom, exposing her hips. She was also wearing multitude necklaces, which hang haphazardly around her neck along with a parasol. The rogues were staring at the girl like she will get in the way, she looked like an innocent defenseless girl.

"You're all here on time, good we can now begin" said the Queen.

"Who's the brat?" Mick stared at the short girl with different hair color.

"This is Neopolitan."

"Like the ice cream?" blinked Heat.

"Mick, stay quiet" said Snart he had a feeling he shouldn't be messing with the short girl.

"You sound like you doubt her abilities" the masked woman was grinning.

"She looks like one of those harlequin dolls, how tough can she be?"

Cold chose to stay quiet while Queen gazed at Neo. The short girl gave a nod as she quickly performed a roundhouse kick on Mick so quick that send him to the ground. She unsheathed a sword from her parasol and was pointing it at his neck. Heat couldn't believe it, he was caught off guard by the attack and now he was at the mercy of a girl who was probably sixteen or younger and was only 4'9 in height. Queen made a gesture telling Neopolitan to stand down, the colored hair girl sheathed her sword back on her parasol.

"Told you to stay quiet" said Snart.

"I highly recommend you don't underestimate an opponent judging by their appearance. For your information Neo is among the most skill assassins in the four kingdoms" said the masked woman.

"This has been very educational. But how about we get to business? We all know what do, and how the plan goes. With your permission Queen, let's get this over with."

"I admire your enthusiasm Snart but I would like to make a quick explanation of the plan. All moves have to be made in the precise order for its success. Analyzing the penitentiary facility's lay out, the area is divided in three floors. Target should be located in the second floor. We will start with a full frontal assault using the ship's weaponry, after the security gets weaken at the front gate, assault team will intervene and keep the guards occupied. While that move has been made, infiltration team will get inside through the front. Infiltration team will break through the guards until reaching the target's destination. Does everyone remember your roles?"

"We're with the assault team" Junior said while the Malachite twins gave a nod.

"And we're with the infiltration team" Snart pointed to Mick and gazed at Neo" I will guess you're coming with us too."

The short girl gave a nod while giving a wink to Cold, and he ignored it.

"Then it's time we commence the operation" replied Queen.

(Time skip)

(Location: Atlas penitentiary maximum security prison)

Roman Torchwick was having one of his usual boring days in his cell. At least things weren't so bad, he was able to buy a small television set with the little amount of money he earned from his job at this facility. It was actually the first time he was doing an honest living working and earning money, so the experience felt alien to the criminal. Now if he could buy a box of cigars that will make his day, its being so long since he has smoke. He will have to buy one the next time he earns enough lien from his job as a janitor, yes that's right notorious criminal Roman Torchwick was working as a janitor it sounded like a horrible joke. Sweeping, mopping, cleaning toilets yep that was his work. He took the remote control and changed another channel when he heard an explosion coming from the facility and shortly the prison alarm was activated.

"Looks like my ride out of this hole has finally arrived" he grinned.

(Scene change)

The powerful ship fired its Gatling guns and missiles destroying the front gate of the prison. It fired more powerful rounds killing all the guards on sight. Once the front was completely exposed and weaken in security it was time to start the second phase of the plan. Cinder grinned piloting the ship so far everything was going according to plan remembering the objective was to get Roman out of the security facility. She already memorized all the weapons the guards were using and they were no match against the weapons of Snart and Mick, that was the reason why she chose them to be part of the infiltration team. The masked woman saw a group of guards arriving at the destroyed front gate, they all had helmets, riot shields some had rifles others an electric baton.

"Junior your move, remember your daughter's life is at stake if you fail" she said from her commjunicator.

The guards were firing their rifles at the ship while the hatch opened and a homing missile was sent at them. The explosion killed four of the guards, Junior changed his missile launcher to bat mode charging at the remaining guards Melanie and Miltia followed shortly. Queen grinned watching the three beat up so many of the guards even their riot shields were no match for their attacks. Everything she calculate was accurate Junior and the twins were powerful when they were together as a team. As the guards continued to fall it was time to execute the next phase of her plan, by now the numbers of security has been taken by half. The remaining will fall to the rogues and Neo.

"Snart your move, the target is in second floor of the facility. I shall pick you up at the roof."

*And what of the rest of your people?* Snart's voice was heard from the communication device.

"They have served their purpose, getting the target out of the facility is all that matters."

*Understood.*

Snart, Mick and Neo jumped from the hatch of the ship arriving at the front of the prison. Junior and the twins have done a good job beating up the guards in the area that they weren't paying attention to the new arrivals. Now Snart knew from the start that the old man and the twins were nothing but pawns, that they were expendable meaning they will no longer hold a purpose once the mission is done. After all, he has done the same thing too but he saw his partner gaving him a look that said" she will do the same thing to us". Cold ignored it and lead the team entering the security facility. He was grinning it was like the Queen has analyze the number of guards in the prison, if that was actually possible. What left of the guards they didn't stand a chance against the three of them.

"We're heading to the second floor, go all out Mick!"

"That's what I'm talking about!" he fired his heat gun burning a few of the guards, their riot shields were useless.

Neo however, was looking at all directions before she disappeared from the rogues.

"What the-where did she go?!"

"Never mind her Mick, we have a job to do."

"I knew it, she was nothing but a coward."

"Just focus on what we're here for!"

More guards showed up and Snart used his cold gun to turning them into Popsicle. They reached the second floor ignoring the other inmates in their cell. Queen has already given them the number to the target's cell, so they knew where they were going. At the end of the hallway guards were being sent flying from left to right, the rogues had no idea what was going on. When they reached the corner they saw Neopolitan blocking, punching and kicking the security like a bad habit. Mick stood dumbfounded at how such a little girl can fight like a professional, Snart however didn't say a word remembering Queen's words that Neo was the real deal as an assassin. The girl with different color hair and eyes was holding a bag explaining the reason why she left earlier.

"This is it" Cold saw the number of the cell which it was the right one.

"Oh my escort has arrived how lovely" Torchwick was grinning.

"You're the Queen's associate?" asked Mick.

"The name's Roman Torchwick, pleasure to meet you gentlemen."

"Then stand back" Snart used his cold gun on the cell freezing it he punched the cell shattering the ice.

Neo handed him the bag" aren't you a sight for sore eyes, a minute to change boys."

"Hurry up! We don't have the time" Snart fired his gun at two guards heading their way.

It didn't took long for the criminal to change from his prison clothes to his regular outfit. He grinned as he was twirling his cane, oh yeah he was back in action.

"If you're done, let's go" said Cold.

"Wait, where's my hat?"

"What?" Heat couldn't believe it.

"I'm not leaving without my hat…."

Suddenly Neopolitan put his bowling hat and a cigar to his mouth" oh Neo I can always count on you."

"We're heading to the roof" said Snart.

"After you gentlemen" Torchwick let them pass first as he spotted more guards.

"This is for not giving me complete cable, oh and the terrible food" he fired his cane killing them.

"Merry Christmas" he grinned.

The orange haired man followed his henchman Neo along the two criminals using weapons of ice and fire. They were able to break more guards reaching the third floor while Torchwick was enjoying shooting them down, he really wanted to get out of this hellhole. Not wasting time they made it to the roof and just as planned the ship was waiting for them. The ship landed opening the hatch and they went inside without a second thought. Cinder lifted the ship leaving the prison she was able to see Junior and the Malachite twins still fighting the guards and too bad for them, reinforcements have arrived. Junior gazed above spotting the ship and that's when he knew there was no more point fighting, he stand down and ordered the twins to do the same. A grin formed on the masked woman's lips, the last she saw before taking off was the guards arresting the trio.

"Pawns only purpose is to be use and thrown off."

"You have absolutely no idea how good it feels to finally be out of that stinking hole" Torchwick got seated in the passenger seat.

"Did you enjoyed your time at the penitentiary Roman?" Cinder felt like grinning.

"Is that a trick question? My Cinder never thought of you as the humorous type, the answer to your question no. I hated it, lousy service, lousy food, lousy cable, lousy job, everything about it was horrible."

"Then for your sake, I hope you have learn your lesson. Don't get caught again, because if you do, I won't bother attempting another rescue."

"You have my word" the criminal was in a good mood he wasn't feeling like coming up with one of his come backs.

"Do me a favor Roman, and take over the controls while I speak with my business partners."

Torchwick didn't said a word taking over the controls of the ship, letting the masked woman to head to the back where she saw Neo seated in a lady like fashion. For some reason, her eyes were on Snart and the rogue leader was ignoring her affectionate gazes. Cinder felt amused as the assassin was winking at him, she had no idea if she was just messing with him or maybe she actually has a crush on Captain Cold. Next to the rogue leader stood Heat Wave who was playing with his lighter, back and forth lighting the small flame. Nevertheless she admitted their assistance in the operation was a success because of their help.

"I'll say this mission was a complete success. Wouldn't you agree?"

"So what are you going to do now? Double cross us like you did to those three?" Heat Wave didn't sounded happy.

"Mick…." Snart warned he didn't wanted to go through with this again.

"If I wanted to double cross any of you, I would have done it back at the prison" she grinned.

"You really expect me to-" the pyromaniac was stopped by his partner.

"That's enough, now Queen what reason do you have for coming here?" said Cold.

"Just to congratulate you both on a job well done. You boys did better than I anticipate. As per to our agreement, I owe you a favor you can contact me whenever you like. You do have my scroll number."

"That will be fine, I look forward when you come to our aid."

"Where should I drop you two off?" asked the masked woman.

"I think Vale will do, it's been a while since we've been there."

"If you're heading for Vale Snart, a warning will be wise. Tread carefully if you and your partner want to have one of your adventures, the city is protected by the vigilantes."

"Vigilantes you say?" the leader of the rogues sounded amused" I never knew there was such thing as vigilantes in Remnant."

"Just warning you, the Arrow and the Flash aren't opponents you would like to have after you."

At that moment Snart and Mick were shocked hearing the names of the vigilantes of Vale. Cold was the first to react from his shock while Cinder kept her eyes on their expression, her suspicions seemed to be true. The rogues know the vigilantes but she remained quiet before she saw the leader chuckling slightly.

"Excuse me, can you repeat that? I swore you said the Flash and the Arrow…."

"Its exactly as I said, they're the vigilantes of Vale. Wouldn't the two of you getting capture by them."

"We're talking about "The Flash", wears a red suit and he's super fast?"

"The Arrow wears a green hood and he's an archer?" followed Mick.

"That's is correct" replied Cinder.

"The Flash...he's here" Cold stood in deep thought.

"The Arrow is the vigilante from Starling city" whispered Heat.

"They're both here, in Remnant" a grin has formed on Snart's lips.

"Looks like we weren't the only ones who got sent here by that freak in the golden helmet" said the pyromaniac.

"This make things even more interesting" said the grinning Captain Cold finally hoping for a challenge.

"….." Queen stood in thought, the odds will go in her favor if they chose to take out the vigilantes for her.

(Time skip)

(Christmas Day)

(Location: Downtown Vale)

Team RWBY stood in one of the shops of the snowy streets of the city. All of the stores were closed and they were currently waiting for the rest of their friends. They managed to make plans to meet up today and spend some time together. The four girls were wearing their clothing for the cold weather, they gazed at corner and smiled seeing the members of team JNPR. They were also wearing clothes for the low temperature weather. Ruby was overjoyed to see Jaune and everyone again, while Weiss was secretly happy that she was back with teammates and friends, Blake was smiling more often meaning she too was happy, and the same with Yang. It was the same thing with JNPR, Nora looking happier than the rest of her teammates.

"Guys!" to everyone's surprise it was Nora who greeted them.

"So happy you guys made it" Ruby smiled.

"When you called telling me that we should meet for Christmas, I wasn't planning to say no" Jaune smiled he was feeling so much better after resolving his issue with his father.

"How was everyone's Christmas Eve?" asked Phyyra.

"My parents made so much egg nob you wouldn't believe it! It was a giant bowl, like really big you could even dive into it!" said the happy Valkyrie.

"My parents made traditional Christmas dinner, with a variety of desserts and also" said Ren.

"Egg nob!"

"Yes Nora there was egg nob too."

"Sounds like you guys had a pretty awesome Christmas Eve" said Yang smiled remembering the pictures she took of her sister and Barry when they were under the mistletoe.

"We had a pretty cool Christmas Eve too" Ruby tried not to blush remembering when Barry kissed her cheek under the mistletoe.

"It was good" Blake smiled remembering Oliver's donation to the Vacuo orphanage and her reunion with her adoptive parents.

"I suppose mine was okay" Weiss didn't wanted to admit she didn't like her Christmas Eve except when her sister came to spend time with her.

"Looks like everyone made it."

Both teams turned to see Barry and Oliver dressed in their snow clothing. The speedster smiled before gazing back at the rosette who was smiling and blushing. The archer did the same but turned to Blake who was happy to see him.

"It was Barry's idea that we should get together for Christmas" said the archer vigilante.

"I only called Ruby talking to her if it was okay."

"And it was a great idea!" chimed the RWBY leader.

"We're all happy to be here" said Phyyra.

"Anyone will think Christmas is about the food and the presents" Oliver started" but they're wrong, Christmas is all about spending time with your family and your friends. To cherish those memories we make together and remember to be thankful to be alive. No matter where you come from, its the season to be joyful we're still here and hopefully we can continue making more happy memories."

Everyone was moved by his speech. Barry smiled knowing what he was talking about, he and Oliver may no longer be alive in their world, but now they have a new home filled with good people and those people who have become precious to them. Blake and Ruby knew what he was talking about, they knew both vigilantes were from another world and for now they chose to keep their secret. The others were probably not ready to hear the truth, for now they wanted things to stay that way. One thing was certain for sure, even if they were from another world or older than them, both girls considered them very precious people.

Ruby cleared her throat after the speech and grabbed some snow from the ground" well, now that we have that out of the way, we can begin the main reason for our Christmas get together."

Team JNPR knew exactly what the petite was talking about, they followed grabbing snow, forming it into a small ball.

"Snow ball fight!"

"What?" the speedster started but Ruby took his hand.

"Come on Barry you're with us!" she went to her team's side.

Oliver went with JNPR and the war started. Soon the street was filled with so many snow ball being thrown. Nora came prepare as from out of nowhere she has taken a bazooka and Ren was loading it with dozens of snow balls. She laughed maniacally unleashing the snow balls from the fully automatic cannon. Barry wondered where on Remnant she got that but aided RWBY in the battle. Oliver did the same but got a snowball to the face courtesy of Blake. The battle raged on both sides getting blasted in the face by snow balls, at one time Nora has built a snow castle with help from Ren. She was firing the bazooka from the top of the makeshift castle still laughing.

"I'm queen of the snow castle! I'm queen of the snow castle!"

"Think again!" Weiss used a glyph using it to unleash so many snow balls at JNPR and Oliver" queen of the snow castle ha! Don't mess with me I am the ice queen!"

"….."

The members of RBY and Barry stood speechless at her confession while the white haired girl stood blushing.

"She finally acknowledges the nickname" Yang was grinning.

"Oh shut up!"

Nevertheless the Schnee heiress was very happy she was back with her teammates than being locked in her mansion feeling like a prisoner to loneliness.

To be continued

-Its finally finished and as I said its longer than the last chapter.

-I wanted to bring more of Blake's past, I think its right that she got adoptive parents and she was accepted by them for her faunus heritage. Yeah I couldn't resist making her adoptive father a ninja master, come on seriously you have to agree with me Blake has the appearance of a bad ass ninja.

-I also wanted to focus more on Jaune wanting to bring his reunion with his father, I think Roosterteeth might do something like that. Then again maybe not.

-I will focus more on Weiss in later chapters, especially since RT has revealed Winter and Qrow at the third opening, along with the picture of his team that has Raven, Taiyang and Summer.

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

-On another notr HAPPY HALLOWEEN hope you get lots of candy. Well not me I went to Universal Halloween Horror Nights fuck yeah it was awesome! My favorite haunted house was Freddy vs Jason and favorite ride Hollywood hip ride Rocket truly epic ride (warning not for the fainted heart). Transformer the ride 3D was cool too.

SPOILER SECTION

Flash season 2- its hard to believe Wells from earth 2 is a good guy, if that's true than he's not Zoom makes me wonder if he's the Barry from earth 2 boy that will be an awesome twist. Also I like the new addition to team Flash as the other half of Professor Stein Firestorm. In addition I want to know Cisco powers and what codename he will choose for himself. Snart being a good guy we all knew already because like Sara being alive DC Legends of Tomorrow spoiled that too.

Arrow season 4- yep everyone saw Sara being revived by the Lazarus pit and coming back with no soul acting like a wild beast and now John Constantine will be the one to save her. Oh I can't wait for the next episode I'm so excited.

Next time: Cold collision and Heat collision