Heroes in Remnant Chapter 17: Dance and Infiltration, an Arrow + RWBY Crossover fanfic

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Bold and Italics are flashbacks

**Communications through scrolls and other devices

Chapter 17 Dance and Infiltration

"Dance is the hidden language of the soul"

-Martha Graham-

(Time skip: one week later)

(Location: Beacon Academy arena combat class Vale Remnant)

It was just another day at the huntsman, huntress school. Goodwitch stood evaluating the upcoming match as part of her job as combat class teacher. This week was more important since she's looking for potential contestants to participate in the Vital tournament. Today she was going to evaluate Pyrrha Nikos though she believed the red head champion was more than enough to be ready for the tournament she needed to do her job and put her to the test. Just when she was about to choose her opponent the red head made a special request to her, she wanted to fight team CRDL. Now the blond huntress knew it sounded as an arrogant request for herself to take on an entire team, even if she was skilled enough to take them on. Nevertheless she accepted her request match and it was about to begin.

Everyone stood seated waiting for the match to begin. All students, teacher assistants, guest students and even a certain duo who were under going rehabilitation. Everyone from team RWBY, JNPR, Barry, Oliver, the rogues and some guest students especially from Haven. They were all eager looking forward for the match even if many of the students knew what will the end results be. The members of JNPR already knew their teammate was going to win, she skilled and among the strongest students in Beacon. It was the same thing with RWBY and the two vigilantes because they knew CRDL wasn't that strong of a team. Soon the members of the team arrived on the arena ready for the fight and shortly so as their opponent. Pyrrha Nikos walked the center of the arena with her gaze filled with determination.

To Pyrrha this match was very important for only one reason, it wasn't the fame or the chance to enter the tournament. It was about acknowledgment from a certain person, her vivid green eyes gave a quick glance to one of the many spectators watching. It was none other than the blond leader of the team, her partner Jaune Arc. She admitted he has gotten stronger since he was taken by both her and Oliver to train him. But it was more than just his new found strength, it was everything else he was well...Jaune. A smile was formed mentally as she thought about him he was just a regular boy who was kind, goofy and friendly but most of all he accepted her as a person not as the champion Pyrrha Nikos. That's why she wanted him to watch her fight so he can acknowledge her as his partner and friend, and maybe something more. The last part made her blushed as she stared down at her opponents.

"Go Pyrrha!" Nora shouted to her teammate.

"She'll do fine, Cardin's team doesn't stand a chance" said Jaune with a smile.

"You're going to regret wanting to take on all of us" said Cardin.

"Yeah don't expect us to go easy on you just because you're a girl" followed Russel.

"Of course not I'm not expecting any of you to hold back" the red head champion readied Milo and Akouo.

"Ready...begin!" Goodwitch gave the call to start the match.

As the match started Cardin ordered his team to take the red head down. It wasn't going to be easy Pyrrha didn't falter she blocked and countered beating the three members with one strike. At this the CRDL leader glared charging at her raising his mace and she blocked it with her shield followed by using her semblance on his weapon sending him back. She was fighting again the rest of the team changing Milo to sword mode and rifle, then she will change it back to spear mode. Once more Pyrrha Nikos was showing to everyone why she was a five time tournament champion. She wasn't going easy on her opponents but she was making sure not to underestimating them, remembering she was fighting four members of a team. Her focus was only on their movements that way she'll be ready to attack, block or to make a counter.

The students watching wasn't in the least surprised. Many of them already knew Pyrrha had the match in the bag, after all team CRDL were considered an amateur team. The three members of JNPR thought, the same with team RWBY. The rogues were impressed that one girl was owning four members of a team, they were intimidated by the red head but they would never admit it. The guest students namely Emerald and Mercury were impressed, admitting she was a very skilled huntress. Barry saw it coming too and it was the same thing with Oliver. The archer vigilante was still keeping an eye on the team, namely Cardin. So far since Jaune stood up to the team leader he hasn't being picking on any faunus or other students. But he was still when it comes to treating his teammates, making him believe that the Winchester will never change his ways. He ever believe Snart and Mick have better chances at turning their lives around over the CRDL leader.

The red head member of JNPR wasn't showing mercy over the opposing team, not because she wanted to but because she needed to. Even if this was just a class match, not going easy on the opponent was out of the questions. She was being tested to participate in the tournament and also because she wanted to show Jaune. For the sixth time she has already beat Russel, Dove and Sky and she was now fighting their leader Cardin. The leader looked like a raging Ursai swinging his mace in all directions fighting so recklessly, something like that didn't surprised Oliver. Those actions had the consequences that the tall teen was sent flying followed by a flurry of attacks from the red head. That was it, the Winchester fell down looking unconscious making Pyrrha the winner of the match.

"And that's the match."

"Well done Miss Nikos you should have no problem qualifying for the tournament" said Goodwitch.

"Lucky shot" mumbled Cardin before falling unconscious.

"Thank you Professor" smiled the red head gazing at her team who were all smiling at her.

"All right now I know it's a tough act to follow but we have time for one more sparring match, any volunteers?" the blond teacher sighed seeing a certain busty blond raising her hand.

"Miss Xiao Long I will not repeat myself you will not fight Mr. Rory. All students are forbidden from fighting any of the members from the rehabilitation program, is that clear?"

"Party booper" muttered Yang while the pyromaniac chuckled at her remark.

"Let's see" the blond teacher checked her student list from her scroll as her eyes went to a certain raven haired girl" Miss Belladonna you've being rather docile for the past few classes why don't you-"

"I'll do it."

"Mercury is it?" the blond huntress adjusted her glasses staring at the gray haired teen" very well let's find you an opponent."

"Actually I want to fight...her" he pointed to the red head champion.

"Me?"

"I'm afraid Miss Nikos has just finished a match. I recommend you choose another partner."

"No it's fine. I'll be happy to oblige" Pyrrha smiled never backing down from a challenge.

All of the students waited for the challenger to leave the seats heading into the arena. The gray haired was facing his opponent with a calm expression he only saw it as a sparring match nothing too serious. Some of the spectators present saw the display of him volunteering to fight Pyrrha as strange, among them was Oliver. The archer stood in thought wondering why fight the red head instead of choosing another opponent. The rules were clear in combat class, a student couldn't challenge someone who already participated in a match, unless the participant agrees to fight the challenger. There was something about all of this he didn't like it and he wasn't the only one, Barry was thinking the same thing. Both vigilantes knew the guest students from different academies were tough but they should think better than to challenge a former champion.

Mercury picked his time as he charged at the red head with a high kick, she blocked it with her shield. She blocked more kicks with the last one the teen took a step back looking impressed with her skills. He launched more kicks with a couple of attacks were somehow revert like she was controlling them. Pyrrha charged at him and used her shield to blocked another attack from Mercury but he used it to increased his speed getting further away from the red head. To Oliver the match looked more than a sparring match, it was more like a testing match. He should know it wasn't going to be an easy fight so why test her? The archer vigilante got his answer when the red head was charging at him ready for another attack.

"I forfeit."

Pyrrha stopped in her tracks looking shocked at her opponent" you're not even going to try?"

"What's the point? You're a renowned champion, we're obviously leagues apart."

"In that case Pyrrha Nikos is the winner again. Next time, you might think a little harder before choosing an opponent" Goodwitch eyed the gray haired teen.

"I'd be sure to do that."

"That is all for today. And remember the dance is this weekend, but you all have mission on Monday. I will not accept any excuses!"

Oliver gazed at Barry and the speedster was giving him the same expression. They knew something was wrong, this sparring match was nothing but a testing match. Mercury just wanted to see what Pyrrha was capable off first hand. One would think it was pure arrogance but to both vigilantes, it was something more. He should have known he was going to get one heck of a challenge by taking on the red head member of JNPR. Then how he easily gave up like he wasn't even trying, there was no doubt he was holding back even if it was supposed to be a sparring match nothing serious. The archer was staring at Mercury along with his dark skin friend known as Emerald while the students were leaving since combat class was over. Soon everyone was gone along with the two vigilantes.

"That was weird."

"The match? I agreed."

"He should have at least try, Pyrrha sure looked disappointed" said Barry.

"He had no intention fighting her with everything he has. Maybe he wanted to keep his techniques a secret until the tournament."

"That's a good guess it was just a sparring match, no need to go all out."

"….."

"You okay?"

"I am, got a lot on my mind…."

"You mean Grundy?"

"That's not all" Oliver showed his partner his opened scroll showing a news broadcast.

*Police is still looking for forty eight year old Dr. Hammet Clint. A professional chemist who has being missing for five days. According to witnesses he was last seen at work at the Vacuo industrial chemical plant before going missing. Authorities are still looking for any possible leads that might lead to the whereabouts of Dr. Clint. This is Lisa Lavender reporting for Vale News.

"You think this missing doctor is connected to Grundy?"

"I'm positive. Grundy has being stealing chemicals from different plants all over Vale. Whatever he needs them he's trying to create something from them, obviously he needs someone with the knowledge of chemicals and that makes Dr. Clint a perfect candidate."

"The Queen wants something from all of this?"

"We know Grundy is taking orders from her since the White Fang are also involved. What have you found from your end?"

"So far, I made an analysis from all the chemical plants he has attacked. I come up with a list of chemicals he stole, many of them are liquid and some are gas type. I'm still trying to figure out what kind of chemical he's trying to create from all of this" the speedster was using his scroll checking on the list he made.

"Something that Dr. Clint will know" the archer took a glance at the list.

"Recognized any of them?"

"Not that I'm aware of, as if the White Fang, Torchwick and the Queen weren't enough trouble to worry about."

"It's going to be one of those busy weeks."

"I'll say since you're taking Ruby to the dance tonight" Oliver gave a smile closing his scroll.

"Yeah, I owed her that much. If it weren't for her I wouldn't be alive right now" the speedster softened his gaze.

"No need to think about it Barry, what matters now you regret doing something crazy like that and you want to continue living. I felt useless that I couldn't help you."

"Now who's feeling depressed?" smirked the scarlet speedster" besides I'm not the only one going to the dance, I'm sure you have plans too."

"Actually no, I don't."

"Aren't you going to the dance?"

"No I see no need for it, besides I have work to do with the investigation."

"Everyone needs a break every now and then, even you. And I thought you were going with someone."

"Someone….?"

"Yeah, didn't you ask Blake?"

"Trust me Barry, going to the dance is the last thing on her mind. Knowing her she's only thinking about the White Fang. After I told her Grundy was connected to them she has become more restless...you've seen her how she's being acting lately."

"And that's why I think you should ask her to the dance. She obviously needs a break from anything related to the White Fang, the dance is a perfect way to help her relax."

"I agree Blake needs to light up a little and get a break. But going to the dance, I don't see that helping her in any way. She doesn't look like the kind of person who would like to dance to try and escape her problems or her past."

"You're right Blake has always being the distant type who buries herself in her work. In her case, anything with the White Fang she has to get involve and she has to do everything in her power to stop them. Kind of someone I know" he smiled.

"Meaning?" the archer didn't like where he was going.

"She reminds me of you. You're just like her you always shouldering everything thinking like you're the only one who can make a difference. Forgetting he's not alone in this fight or that he has a partner, friends or a team."

"Since when have you approve of Snart and Mick as part of our team?"

"Since never, but Ozpin made us an official team. There's nothing I can do, doesn't mean I have to accept it. Point is Oliver, because you and Blake are alike you're the only one who can understand what she's going through. I think you should talk to her, maybe you can convince her to lighten up and ask her to the dance."

"Barry I understand you're doing this because you care, but I'm not going to make her go to the dance when she really doesn't want to. I will only be making her more miserable than she feels already. She didn't had an easy life when she was little, but I will talk to her to take a break from the White Fang not to ask her to the dance."

"But neither did you. You didn't had an easy life. Five years in Lian Yu shows that."

"And you didn't?" countered Oliver.

"Don't bring me into this, I only want you to take Blake to the dance. I know you guys will have fun if you go."

"Fine, I'll talk to her about the dance."

"You're not going to regret it" smiled the speedster.

"I'm afraid Blake will say otherwise."

"I wish you could stop acting so negative, you do know she likes you?"

"And here we go again Barry I don't have time to be worrying over a relationship. When will you get it through your head?" the archer gave a sigh getting tired of his partner bringing the topic.

"Okay fine I'll drop the topic if you agree to talk to her and ask her."

"Done."

(Scene change)

Of all the chores Mick Rory hated doing in Beacon was working in the cafeteria, namely taking out the garbage. There was so much of it that he lost count of how many times he had to go to the back and take it out. He couldn't believe how much of the food will be left even when dozens of students have eaten. Because of this one chore he will prefer to be doing missions with the team fighting bad guys hundreds of times than doing this. While his partner was serving the food he was taking out the left overs, he mumbled something that was probably curse words because he didn't wanted to get shock again by his collar. That was another thing he hated the stupid leash on his neck that prevented him from saying foul language or any mild behavior like setting things on fire. At this rate instead of getting rehabilitated, he was going to go insane.

A thought occurred to his head, there was something else he hated of being part of this rehab program. He couldn't fight the one person he wanted to fight thinking of a certain blond haired lilac eyed girl. Ever since he fought Yang he's being dying for a rematch the thrill of fighting her was intense. Even at a disadvantage with no aura or semblance he wanted another shot at the blond brawler of team RWBY. The pyromaniac gave a sigh dressed in a white mantle with hair net, gloves and long boots, he hated the outfit. As he threw what it seems to be the number thirty bag into the large steel garbage disposal, someone stood behind him. When Heat turned to return to the cafeteria he was met by those beautiful lilac eyes as he was staring at the blond bombshell who was giving him her usual smile. Then it turned into her cocky grin which he has come to like.

"Hey Mick!"

"What are you doing here?"

"Just needed to talk to you that's all."

"What for? We're not exactly in the best of places."

"I was thinking since we can't fight each other, thanks to those stupid rules. I was wondering why don't we go to the dance tomorrow?"

"The dance….?" he blinked.

"Yeah we can't fight, why not dance. It might be similar to fighting but it's not as cool and exciting. So what do you say, you and me tomorrow?" she grinned happily.

"Okay...I see nothing wrong with it."

"All right, see you tomorrow" she smiled happily leaving.

"….." the pyromaniac just stood on his place without a moving a muscle as his eyes widened in realization at what he has agreed to.

"Shit what have I done? Fuck aahh!" he shouted getting an electric shock from his collar.

Snart was doing one of his usual chores while he was in the school's cafeteria, serving the food. He was wearing the same outfit as Mick the hair net, with the mantle and the gloves. The rogue leader didn't know if he should chuckle at such twist of fate, he was a big time criminal and a clever one. He was among Central City's most wanted, now he has fallen to a mere servant. Serving food to the students it was truly an amusing thought. Unlike his partner Cold just stood calm and didn't curse, after all he wasn't planning in being Ozpin's lap dog for too long. A grinned was formed on his lips remembering his visit to the Queen and the revelation that she was willing to help him and Mick with their leashes, as long as they stay quiet of her secret and cooperate with her.

Just when things couldn't get any better for the rogue leader, it just did. Cold kept his grin when he spotted a familiar figure heading his way. A certain white haired girl who has taken his interest since their fight a Vale mall. Someone he considered beautiful, deadly and colder than him he still thought she looked good in that clear blue dress along with the bolero jacket. Weiss Schnee arrived holding the line of students from getting their food as she locked eyes with the criminal she defeated and supposedly got him arrested. That was what she thought before finding out he was in this school being part of some rehab program that she believed it wasn't going to work. She didn't like it one bit, once a criminal always a criminal so her beliefs were obvious someone like Snart would never change.

"Came for lunch Colder….?"

"I just ate" was her only replied in her usual cold and rude attitude.

"Right, you just passed the line an hour ago. Is there anything I can help you with?"

"Just to remind you low life I'll be watching you. If you do anything sneaky and suspicious I won't hesitate to take you down and tell the headmaster on you."

"There's no need to remind me you don't trust me, I got the message clear last time. How about we get straight to the point and tell me the real reason why you're here?"

"What? I just told you my reason for being here" she glared at him.

"I find it hard to believe you would bother taking some of your free time just to tell me that. No need to hide the truth, you're here for a reason now say it. I don't have all day."

The Schnee heiress stood quiet not knowing what to say. She didn't know what was going on of course she came here to warn him. She meant it, she won't hesitate if the rogue leader is up to something that goes against his rehabilitation. So why was it hard for her to tell him so? What was going on in her head? Her thoughts were interrupted when Snart was grinning at her, that grin of he's she hated so much so cocky like he could read her mind. And now she glared at him even more, he didn't knew a thing about her and here he was pretending he does. That was something she couldn't stand from people so arrogant, and pretending to know every single thing about them without anything at all.

"Just say it scum, what are you implying?"

"Fine I'll come out and say it. Since the dance is tomorrow you obviously don't have the guts to ask me to go with you. You come up with the excuse of warning me to hide your true intentions, its that simple."

"What….?" the heiress stood shocked and dumbfounded in her place, she tightened her fist wishing she had her rapier right about now.

"You arrogant, egotistical jerk you really think I of all people would ask you to the dance!? Get down from your high horse I would never ask you."

"Whatever you say Colder now are you leaving, you're holding the line?"

"Yeah I want lunch."

"I'm hungry hurry up!" came the shout of another student.

The heiress glared again" for your information I already have someone in mind to ask to the dance, and that is definitely not you! I would never ask you, I would never dance with you!"

"Let me assure Colder" that grin was up again" before the dance ends, you will dance with me, in fact you will come seeking me to dance."

Weiss shouted in frustration leaving without giving another glance at the criminal. Snart just chuckled resuming his duty from the corner of his eye he saw Mick looking like he was lost in thought, he had no idea what was wrong with him. Still the dance was something he was looking forward to because of the heiress and also, because he had a feeling the Queen was up to something. She was planning something tomorrow and he didn't know what, the amber eyed woman hasn't filled him in the details yet. For now he will lay low and stay quiet but his intentions were still clear, he and his partner wanted these collars off and they wanted to return to their old ways. Remembering the Queen still owed him a favor she has to offer her assistance to them if she wants her secret to remain a secret.

"This dance is going to be a very interesting event."

(Scene change)

Jaune and Oliver were having one of their sparing matches in the gym. The blond leader of JNPR knew just because he has gotten better in his skills it didn't meant he didn't had to continue with the training. The training will remain because you can continue developing your skills and your strength. The best of the best didn't train one day to become as good as they are, it took them years of training to make them who they are. When he told Pyrrha and the teacher assistant he wanted to continue learning through their teachings, neither of them turn him down. They were both eagerly please to continue teaching him, they knew the blond knight had a lot of potential to become the best. Once more Jaune has proven he was hard working and was willing to push himself to the limit.

Both combatants weren't holding back as the blond was trying to block all of Oliver's attacks. He managed to countered some of his moves but he wasn't having luck catching him off guard. It made the team leader wonder how much training the teacher assistant had to become this good. Sometimes he felt like he was fighting an adult with many experiences in fighting, not to mention Oliver acted very mature than any of the students in Beacon. It never occurred him to ask him what kind of training he received because it wasn't in the least easy, the blond knight has being through a lot of punishment to try and pass the training. Another counter let Jaune hit the ground as he got back on his feet with a flurry pf punches that made the archer blocked. The blond countered with a roundhouse kick that send Oliver to the ground, but he soon he met by the end of his fist.

"Not bad" Oliver gave a chuckle.

"I almost had you there."

"There's always next time" the archer gave him a towel and a bottle of water.

"You always say that. Makes me wonder if I will ever reach your level."

"You will, with time. It might take you years but you're slowly getting there."

"And I can't tell if you're being positive or sarcastic either. You can at least give me a compliment."

"I said not bad."

"How about good job Jaune, you're getting better."

"I get it you're being sarcastic?" smiled the vigilante.

"It's nice to make a joke every now and then. But thanks again Oliver."

"Always happy to help. So Jaune, ready for the dance tomorrow?" he took his own bottle of water.

"The dance? Oh yeah I am."

"You forgot about it?"

"No no I remember it was tomorrow I was just too busy thinking about school work and training. I...I am going though."

"Got anyone else in mind to ask? You're not planning going alone?"

"No, I do have someone in mind. But...I don't know if she will accept going with me" the blond leader gave a sigh.

"Who might that be?"

"I….." the blond knight felt nervous scratching his head not knowing if he should tell the teacher assistant.

"Jaune it's all right, you can tell me."

"It's...Weiss…."

"Weiss…." Oliver was thankful he wasn't drinking his water or he would have spit it out with the mention of the Schnee heiress.

"Ever since I first met her I felt like I was in a trance. She's so beautiful and strong but I feel like I'm not worthy of her. Maybe I don't stand a chance, I still want to try and ask her to the dance."

Now the archer knew he had to help Jaune with his problem. Of course he knew Weiss didn't like the blond leader, she wasn't into him. The real challenge is telling him without breaking his heart and also the way he describes how he feels about the Schnee heiress, he seemed to have a crush on her nothing serious. Just like Ren and Nora and probably the members of team RWBY, Oliver knew Pyrrha like Jaune since the start of last semester. What the red head champion had for her blond partner was no crush, she really likes him more than just a friend. It was obvious with the blond knight being as oblivious as he is, he needed help or a push to make him realize there was someone better for him than Weiss. Today he was planning to help him with that small push.

"Jaune has it ever occur to you that maybe Weiss isn't right for you?"

"Yeah I guess she's not right for me because she's too perfect for me."

"That's not what I mean. Weiss isn't suited for you because of her personality, I seriously can't see you with her and have a good relationship. I know you think she's attractive but maybe that's just it, you have a crush on her and its understandable. We all had our crushes."

"You don't approve of me and Weiss Oliver and I understand-"

"No Jaune I'm not telling you this to make you feel bad. I only want to help you, and Weiss isn't the one for you because…there's someone else who likes you" the archer managed to blurt out.

"What….? Are you kidding? Someone actually likes me who?!" the blond leader was so eager.

"I can't tell him it's Pyrrha I only want him to realize there's someone for him who likes him for who he is. I'll have to give him the hints without saying it's her."

"There's someone who has always being there for you and stood by your side when you needed a helping hand. That person taught you to become someone better, someone stronger and she's always being watching over you. If you look closely, that person is really someone worth of your attention. I know you will do the right thing and ask her to the dance."

"You...you know who she is….?"

"That's all I'm going to say. I hope you don't waste the chance" he took his towel and bottle of water" that's all the time we have for today, I'll see you next time."

"…."

Jaune stood in deep thought letting Oliver's words sink in. He had a lot to think about, especially when he was just told there was someone who likes him. Obviously it wasn't Weiss but whoever this person was, he wanted to meet her. The teacher assistant's words were that it was someone close to him who has always being there for him and that she always watches over him. This person sounded amazing, she was the perfect girl for him to be someone who will try so hard for him. He took a sip from his water and decided to leave the gym, he had a lot to think about. Tomorrow was the dance and he still didn't know if he should ask Weiss or find out who was this mysterious who feels so strongly for him. The blond leader gave a sigh he needed to return to his dorm and take a hot shower before heading to class.

(Scene change)

Team RWBY had a busy day for various reasons. First they were put in charge of the preparations for the dance by Ozpin. Supposedly that was assigned to second year team CFVY but since they were away on a long term mission the headmaster decided to give the first year team the responsibility. The second reason since the team's leader Ruby was going with Barry to the dance Yang didn't hesitated to go to the mall and buy her younger sister a dress for the event. Weiss decided to tag along since she had good taste when it comes to fashion. The team was currently in their dorm while the blond brawler was using her scroll to play some elegant dance music while the Schnee heiress was trying to help her partner dance.

Ruby has never dance before so it was obvious she didn't had a clue how to dance. And also, she didn't know how to walk in heels because she has gotten used to wear boots and sneakers. The heiress hadn't had a good day teaching the petite since she has messed up many times and right now she was fearing for the sake of her own feet. She gritted her teeth showing the scythe wielder the dance moves and carefully trying not to get her feet crush by the team leader. Yang was watching the whole thing with a grin knowing that Weiss was going to regret the minute she offered to help her sister how to walk in heels and dance. The blond brawler turned to the bed of her partner Blake and it was empty, the faunus member of the team has being in the library since combat class was over.

"I really need to talk to Blake, there's no way she's missing the dance."

"Ruby you dunce!"

"Sorry it's too hard!"

"I'm trying to show how it's done. Just follow my lead."

"Dancing is so tough."

"You're unbelievable, you can't walk on heels, you can't dance on them. You have to be ready for the dance."

"I've never wear heels in my life, I don't need them they're lame."

"I will feel sorry for Barry when you step on his feet. Let's go again from the top."

"Here we go again" the petite leader sighed.

"Sis listen to Weiss she knows about this better than anyone" said Yang.

"All right now left and right and forth and ahhh!"

"Sorry Weiss!"

"My feet, my poor little feet…."

Yang chuckled a little seeing the Schnee heiress getting her feet crush by her sister. The comical scene turned quiet when they heard a knock on the door.

"Maybe it's Blake back from the library" said Ruby.

"Blake doesn't have to knock the door" reminded the heiress.

"Ruby you in there?"

The scythe wielder was shocked recognizing the voice, while Weiss got alarmed and the blond brawler was grinning.

"It's Barry" whispered the rosette her face red.

"It's me, I'm here because you left your books at Professor Oobleck's class" came the voice of the speedster from behind the door.

"Awww that's so sweet of him. Maybe we should let him in so he can see you getting dance lessons from the ice queen."

"Hey stop calling me that!"

"Yang Xiao Long you wouldn't do such a thing. As my own sister you're forbidden from putting me into any embarrassing moments" said the young Rose.

"That's what you think sis, I'm allowed to tease you whenever I feel like it. It's part of the big sister code."

"And I'm telling you there's no such thing as a big sister code."

"Ruby?" Barry knocked again on the door but it opened showing the blond brawler.

"Hey Barry nice of you to drop by. I'll take those books from you, thanks."

"Is Ruby there?"

The lilac eyed blond gazed to see her younger sister telling her now with shaking her head. Of course she didn't wanted the speedster to see her in an embarrassing moment like learning to dance.

"She's with Blake downtown. They'll be back later."

"Oh, okay guess I'll see her tomorrow."

"You bet, she'll be ready for the dance" she grinned as the teen left and she closed the door.

"Is he gone?" asked the rosette.

"Yeah and you so own me sis."

"You're my sister I'm not suppose to own you anything."

"If you kiss Barry at the dance that will be enough for me" the blond kept on grinning.

"K...ki...kiss…kiss Barry" Ruby's face have turned red again.

"Enough you two. Ruby you can't do anything with Barry if you can't dance let alone walk on heels. We're going over with the walking lesson" said Weiss.

"Again?" the petite leader gave a sigh.

"Yes, we're not stopping until you can at least walk twenty paces" the heiress put a book on the leader's head" now remember the key is balance, walk without letting the book fall."

"Easier said than done, that stupid book is always falling. Can we go back to dancing?"

"And let my poor feet get more punishment from you? No thank you."

"This is going to be a long day" Yang smiled at the sight.

"By the way" started the heiress watching her partner trying to balance the book on her head" do you guys believe what Oliver told us?"

"You mean him and Barry being heroes from another world, then dying and being brought to Remnant?" asked the blond brawler.

"I find it hard to believe. Everything he told us is impossible to comprehend."

"But I saw it Weiss. I saw all of Barry's memories when he was in his home Central city. All the bad guys he fought and all the people he saved" Ruby's eyes softened as the book fell but she caught it, she saw more into the speedster's personal life.

"I find it hard to believe but I believe Ruby. I think she knows a lot of Barry even I still don't believe he's the Flash, who would have thought wimpy nerdy Barry will be the scarlet speedster."

"Yang, you promised me you wouldn't call him that anymore" pouted the rosette.

"Whatever you say sis, defend your boyfriend to the end" Yang grinned seeing her sister blushing at her comment.

"All I'm saying we should trust Barry and Oliver they only want to protect the people of Vale and the four kingdoms."

"I see them as our friends for a while now, I'm fine with trusting them" said the blond.

"And those two criminals are also from another world" Weiss glared thinking of a certain rogue leader.

"That's what Oliver said. But as long as they're in Professor Ozpin's rehab program they won't cause any harm."

"You're being too naive Yang" said the Schnee heiress.

"Maybe but I think they at least deserve a second chance."

"Not again!" Ruby got frustrated as the book fell off again" Weiss I can't do this, its too hard."

"Again."

"But-"

"Again!"

"Fine" the rosette sighed.

(Scene change)

Jaune and Pyrrha were having one of their sparing matches in their usual spot at the roof top of the academy building. The red head champion had to stop holding back on her partner since he has gotten better since she decided to teach how to fight with his weapon. To think he has come this far last semester, at the same time has seem to mature into this image of a perfect leader and comrade. Though he was still the same old Jaune, goofy, kind and loyal that maturity side of him will only show when they were on missions or sparring like right now. She could stare into those beautiful blue eyes forever, she stopped herself from exploring further. Every time start fantasizing about her leader and partner she will get impure thoughts between her and the blond knight.

It will make her blush and she will curse mentally or thinking such thoughts. Even if she knew her feelings well for Jaune, since she first met him. She over heard him saying where he was going to find another quirky girl to talk to, it made her smiled. If there was a way for her to tell him how she feels but she was unsure how he felt about her. The red head kept her focus on the fight blocking Jaune's attacks with precision she was happy he has become strong by letting others help him. Then she blocked a shield bash and a sword swipe, she countered with changing Milo to spear mode. The blond leader was trying hard to blocked the spear attacks and defending with his shield, but she was being relentless. Just when he thought he had the red head girl Crocea Mors was sent back as he fell to the ground.

"No fair your using your semblance."

"You can't expect the Grimm will hold back on us Jaune."

"Grimm don't use polarity."

"I guess you're right" she smiled.

"Whew man I'm beat I think we should call it a night."

"You're right, you've done well and you're getting better with each day."

"Thanks Pyrrha."

"Don't mention it."

The blond knight has stood quiet in deep thought as something seemed to have hit him mentally. After talking to Pyrrha something clicked as Oliver words were in his head. His blue eyes widened it couldn't be, it was like a revelation there was only one person who has always being there for him. One person who wanted what was best for him and offer to make him better even when he turned down her offer the first time. Maybe it was her, she was probably the right girl to ask to the dance. But he couldn't this was Pyrrha Nikos five time champion and he was just well, no one next to her. Should he risk asking her instead of Weiss? He already asking the Schnee heiress will get a "no" in a heartbeat, but Pyrrha his partner and friend. The blond leader knew what he had to do, it was better to take the risk then regretting it later.

"Jaune, what's wrong?"

"Nothing I was just thinking uh...I've being wanting to ask you Pyrrha about something."

"Oh what is it?" she smiled

"You're my friend and my partner and I'm very happy that you are. It's just that I feel like it's impossible because I'm sure others might have ask you to the dance-"

"What….? Jaune no one has asked me to the dance yet" the red head blushed feeling her heart beat faster hoping he was going to say what she wanted him to say to her.

"That can't be, you're Pyrrha Nikos the best! Any boy will be stupid not to ask you."

"I guess I'm not that lucky…."

"It doesn't matter, I mean you're pretty I'm sure boys will think twice I…" the blond knight didn't know why he was getting nervous.

"Jaune is there something you want to ask me?" she was blushing.

"I just thought that maybe you...you would like to go to the dance with...me"

"Yes!" she smiled so happy while her heart was beating like crazy.

"Huh?"

"I will be honored if you take me to the dance."

"Really? I thought you were going to say no…."

"Jaune nothing will make me happier to go to the dance with you" the red head champion knew she was blushing and she didn't care.

"Oh..okay then, I guess we're both going to the dance together" he smiled as his cheeks were red.

She smiled feeling the same way and her face was red but she couldn't help it for feeling so much joy in her heart. This has officially become the happiest day in her entire life. How she has hope and long for Jaune to ask her to the dance and now, her wish has come true. So eventually Pyrrha was going to pick the best dress she can afford and prepare herself to look as gorgeous as ever. Because she needed to be for the best night in her life, because she was going with the person she has held strong feelings for a long time. She couldn't wait to tell Nora and Ren, she knew the Valkyrie was going to be static because she was supporting her to tell the blond leader her feelings for a while.

"I guess I better get started on buying that dress."

(Time skip)

It was late at night when Oliver was in the gym doing one of his usual training regime. Right now the archer vigilante was meditating he needed to calm his mind since he had a lot to think about. Grundy was the first thing on his head, he was a big threat to everyone in Remnant whatever he was up to it was nothing good. Second was the Queen, he still had no clue what could she be up to. It includes lots of dust, the White Fang, Torchwick and now Grundy they were all together in her hidden scheme. The third thing in his mind was Doctor Fate he was also up to something. To be able to bring the rogues and now Grundy to this world, makes him wonder who else he has bring. There was also the fact that he hasn't seen the mysterious being since he brought him and Barry to Remnant.

The archer heard movement from the door as his eyes opened. Turning to the door he saw Blake walking to him and he could tell there was something wrong with the young faunus. Of course he knew all about it she has being like this for a week, getting restless because of the White Fang. He thought the investigation mission team RWBY did will make her feel better, but he was wrong it only made things worse for the raven haired girl. It was time he did something about it before she does harm to herself or the close people around her. She couldn't continue being like this because he couldn't take it watching her in this state. If this keeps up she might end up getting hurt or worse, and he'll be damn if he lets anything happen to the faunus member of the team. He got up from his position staring into her amber eyes, there was something in them like she needed his company.

"I doubt you came here for some training."

"….."

"What is it Blake? You know you can always tell me what's bothering you."

"I don't want to go to the dance. I think it's a waste of time."

"I figure you would say that. It's not like you to go to a dance" he smiled.

"My teammates think otherwise, Yang especially. She wants me to lighten up and enjoy myself but I can't. Not when…."

"The White Fang are out there and their aiding the Queen in her unknown plan."

"And that's why I can't sit here and do nothing about it. While they're out there they want me to be here and attend some silly dance. Relax and dance while all of Vale and the rest of the four kingdoms is in danger because of them, I'm sorry but I can't...I won't."

"I also figure you would say that. Once you set your mind on something it's very difficult to change your mind about it."

"Yang, she told me something personal about her past. It seems she has her own obsession trying to find someone important in her life. But she tells me it doesn't let it control her and abandon her life completely namely, her family and her friends. She doesn't want me to stop hunting down the White Fang but she asks of me to take a breather from everything every once in a while."

"Take a rest, I see nothing wrong with that. Even I know when to take some time off."

"I'm here so you can give me more training. I have to make sure I can take on Adam and Abel. You're the only one who can help me."

"Damn you Barry you were right all along" the archer kept his gaze at the cat faunus remembering the speedster's words of him and her being alike.

"All right, let's have a quick sparring match."

The faunus gave a nod as she made the first move with a quick charge. An attack that was easily blocked by Oliver and he countered hitting her with a kick.

"What's wrong Blake? We just got started."

She got up and attacked again but it was blocked and met with another countered sending the raven haired girl to the ground.

"You're not going to win this match, you can't even keep up with me."

She glared and charged but the archer caught her fist his eyes meeting her amber orbs.

"You've being like this since last week. You're exhausted, you're barely eating, you're grades are falling and I know because I was the one who graded your test from Port's class. You can't focus your body and your mind isn't in the best shape to do anything, and the bags under your eyes are telling me you haven't gotten any sleep lately am I wrong?"

"…."

"Blake you can't expect to prepare yourself to fight the White Fang let alone take missions in your current state. If you were fighting Adam right now, he would have kill you without trying. You have to stop doing this to yourself you're unaware that this doesn't just affect you, but your friends as well. Your teammates are worried and they don't want to see you like this. That's why I'm glad Yang tried to help you and make you realize that you need some time off."

The raven haired faunus felt like crying but Oliver pulled her closer their faces inches apart, namely their lips.

"Last week you told me I shouldn't be putting the weight of the world on my shoulders. Aren't you doing the same thing with the White Fang? You're not the only faunus who used to be with them, Tukson and the rest of the refugees who are hiding from them are also involve its not just you. You're not alone, you have friends trust in your team and they will never let you down."

Blake felt like blushing at the closeness with the archer while her heart was beating like crazy he was right. Why was she doing this to herself? She has learned to trust in her teammates to never do things on her own again. Why was she putting the burden of the White Fang on her shoulders when she basically told the same thing to Oliver a week ago? Why was she being a hypocrite? She couldn't find the answers to all those questions because all she could think about was in the handsome teen so close to her. Her mind was screaming at her to kiss him and get it over with and other things were as well, things that will put ninjas of love to shame. Then she felt the archer's hands on her shoulder admiring his beautiful blue eyes.

"Get some rest, please. Take a break from all of this, just focus on yourself. I'm not asking you to go to the dance I just want you to rest so you can gain your energy back."

"But Grundy-"

"Solomon Grundy is my problem not yours. My team and I will handle him, just focus in tracking Torchwick and the White Fang."

The young faunus gave a nod once Oliver released her she started walking away. She stopped on her tracks as her eyes were on him once more.

"Oliver, are you going to the dance?"

"Unfortunately yes. Ozpin wants everyone from the school's faculty to attend. So me and Barry have no choice but to go, but I doubt he will complain since he's taking Ruby" the archer gave a smile remembering the headmaster warning him to assist the event when he really didn't wanted to go in the first place.

He didn't know why she asked, he knew she wasn't going so what was the point in asking? The cat faunus left the gym as the vigilante gave a sigh feeling relief that now Blake will listen to him. Between him and Yang they were able to talk to her and convince her to take a break from business and missions. Maybe after tomorrow she will feel better and so will he. In truth he was worried about Blake's well being he didn't like seeing her this way. The fact that she and him were both alike was the reason he needed to help her no matter what, but there was something else. His strong feelings for her he knew it well, he has realized he had them for the cat faunus for a long time. But he decided to ignore them pretending he didn't had them burying himself in his work, it wasn't working. Now he was thinking whether he should take the risk telling her and live without telling her.

"Tomorrow…." he sighed if he should tell her before or after the event.

(Time skip: the next day evening)

(Location: outside of team JNPR dorm)

Jaune and Ren stood waiting for the girls to finish dressing up. They were going to escort them to the ballroom where the dance was going to take place. The magenta eyes teen wasn't nervous, but it was a different case for the blond leader. It was perfectly natural to feel nervous when you're going to take your partner to the dance. It felt like he was going on a date and he didn't regretted not asking Weiss, he still thought Pyrrha was the perfect choice. Because she deserves the chance to be ask out after everything she has done for him and the Schnee heiress hasn't done anything except avoid him. So here he was about to take the renowned champion to what will be a great evening. Maybe he won't be so nervous before the night ends. It wasn't every day he gets the chance to bring a pretty girl to a dance considering he was never good with the ladies.

"It's going to be a nice night heh heh. The fact that this will feel like I'm going on a date with Pyrrha, but hey I'm okay, I'm fine, I'm cool, I'm not in the slightest nervous. Nope I am not I'm am really really fine and-"

"Jaune….?" Ren started.

"Huh yeah?"

"Calm down. Just relax and enjoy the evening."

"S..sure I will try of course I will heh" the blond knight gulped.

"Just try to have fun."

"You got it Ren I will enjoy tonight."

The dorm door opened as the two female members of the team emerged. Nora was wearing a pink dress with the top area colored white and white heels. Pyrrha was wearing a red dress with red heels, and she was still wearing her gold headband. Jaune blushed at the sight of his partner she was truly beautiful with the dress. Nora smiled turning around for Ren smiling sweetly at her partner and childhood friend while the red head kept her smile at the blond leader. Turns out the leader of JNPR was for certain he doesn't regret asking Weiss to the dance when he has made the right choice all along. He also needed to thank Oliver for giving him the hints necessary to make him realize the truth, the right girl was in front of him all this time.

"Ready for the big night Ren?"

"Yes..."

"What about you Jaune ready?" asked Pyrrha.

"Yeah. Well ladies, shall we head to the ballroom?" the blond smiled at the members of his team as they gave a nod.

(Scene change)

The rogues arrived at the ballroom not looking impressed. The whole area looked too fancy for their tastes, including the clothing. Both Snart and Mick were wearing black suits, both were wearing a black bow tie. It wasn't their style to be attending fancy parties unless it was to still all kinds of riches from the guests. The thought made them grinned thinking of old habits. The place was filled with students the males were wearing the same type of suit and the females wearing dresses. Mick then spotted a familiar blond at the front she was the one holding the list of official guests to the event. Yang was wearing a white dress that made her looked even more beautiful in the pyromaniac's eyes, she was truly gorgeous. Heat stood in place not moving a muscle while his partner already knew what got him at such a trance.

"Well I'll be by the food area serving myself. Have fun Mick" Cold left heading for the large table with different varieties of food and punch.

Before Heat could say a word someone saw him. Her lilac eyes shined as a smiled spread over her lips, happy to see him.

"Mick you made it!"

"Oh...hey Yang."

"You look handsome. For a minute there I almost didn't recognize you in the suit" she smiled a little feeling like teasing him a bit.

"Don't like it. It's not me."

"I think it looks good on you. As you can see I'm busy with receiving the guest. But don't worry, once I'm done we're heading to the dance floor" she winked at him.

"About that….?"

"Hm...what?" the blond noticed his expression something was bothering him.

"Never mind, I'll be over there" Mick cursed mentally he should have told her he didn't know how to dance.

"Okay, save me a spot when we dance."

Snart was enjoying the many dishes on display. The table was large enough to have dozens types of food along with a wide bowl filled with punch, among other drinks that weren't alcoholic. That was the only thing the rogue leader didn't like he will always enjoy some liquor during a party. Honestly he saw the dance too boring for his taste, dancing has never brought his attention that is until tonight. There was one girl he had in mind in wanting to share a dance and so far he hasn't seen her yet, maybe she hasn't arrive. He paid no attention to anyone else until the she arrives he won't say a word to her, he will patiently wait for her to come to him. Because he had a strong feeling she will come seeking him out. Someone bumped into him turning to see a teen with blue hair and blue eyes wearing a pair of yellow goggles along with the black suit.

"Sorry man my bad."

"That's all right. Just make sure not to do it again."

"What's that you're wearing on your neck?" the blue haired teen pointed to the device.

"That will be my leash. You see I'm dangerous and the headmaster of Beacon made sure me and my partner don't rampage around school grounds, thanks to this."

"Really? Wait, you're one of those criminals that are going through that rehab program right? I'm Neptune nice to meet you."

"Leonard Snart it's nice to meet you too" Cold behave shaking his hand.

"So they even allow you guys to come to the dance."

"It's all part of the program, we're suppose to socialize with the students and the teachers."

"Cool I wouldn't be surprise if any ladies ask you guys to the dance."

"My partner got asked as for me, I'm just waiting for the right one."

"Yeah I know about waiting for the right one. Even if one asked me out but, it didn't turn out okay" he coughed after the last part.

"What happened? She wasn't good enough for you? You have the face of a young man who enjoys the company of women" Cold decided to play it cool maybe it wouldn't be so bad to socialize with other people.

"Heh well yeah I do. There are so many choices its hard to choose from" Neptune gave a chuckle.

"Who was this girl you had to turned her down?"

"How would you know that?" the blue haired teen stood shocked.

"Your face says a lot. Maybe she didn't meet up to your standards of approval."

"Don't get me wrong she was pretty and nice. But I...it's personal man, I feel bad for turning Weiss down like that. She asked me to the dance but I couldn't accept her."

Hearing the name of the Schnee heiress Snart gave a grin, he had a strong feeling it was her. Sometimes his intuition was so accurate it actually scares him.

"The one everyone calls the" Ice Queen" asked you to the dance? I find that hard to believe."

"I'm not making this up man, she did asked me to the dance. But I couldn't say yes I" the blue haired teen gazed around the crowd" I can't dance…."

"I see, such a shame. She will probably ask you to dance with her, it's understandable. But let me assure you, you did the right thing turning her down."

"Really? I did….?"

"Trust me Neptune this girl is not for you. She's too cold for you."

"I don't think that's true, I think she's nicer than people let her out to be."

"She is. Imagine yourself being in a relationship with her and once that happens, you can kiss your freedom goodbye. She's going to own you by having you on a leash, she's going to watch your every move by having you by her side always. She will give you a scroll where she will be calling you twenty four seven and always keep tabs on you. As long as you're with her you will never be happy, you will never interact with another girl again…."

The blue haired teen from team SNNN stood in shock imagining everything Snart told him. He could envision Weiss laughing evilly while putting a ball and chain on him like he was her prisoner. She will forbid him from spending time with other girls, let alone gaze at them, she will always call him on his scroll while having some kind of tracker to know where he was not having any freedom on his movements. His face was now pale, trembling at the thought of the white haired girl owning like he was an object or a piece of meat. The rogue leader chuckled as he put his arm around the teen trying to make him feel better and act all buddy buddy with him.

"Judging from your reaction, you're not in the least happy of that outcome."

"I can't live without talking to girls man I...I need them…."

"Sure thing you do and it's not a bad thing. Of course it's not a bad thing either to have her as a friend."

"Just a friend...I guess it's not heh. Thanks for the talk man I really appreciate it."

"Not a problem. Always happy to help."

Snart grinned watching Neptune leave his job was done. With this he will think twice before getting closer to the Schnee heiress. He will only be accepting her as a friend and that goes well with him, of course his intentions weren't to help the blue haired teen. It was the opposite, but rather to help Weiss from having a relationship that nothing good will come from it. He knew someday she will thank for what he did but until then, he will be please with her glaring and shouting at him. The rogue leader picked another cracker with cheese and ham enjoying the food at display. He has said before and he will say it again, this dance was going to be very interesting. Cold knew he was right and he will wait to see how the evening will plan out. Not to mention he had a feeling the Queen was up to something and she had her own plans for the night.

Pretty soon more people were arriving at the event, the ballroom became busy. Eventually team JNPR arrived deciding to join the rest of the students on the dance floor. Pyrrha smiled as Jauned led her through the crowd finding an open space to share what will be their first dance. And while the red head champion was blushing like crazy and smiled her partner and leader smiled back not feeling embarrassed because he knew he made the right choice taking her over Weiss. As for Ren the poor magenta eyed teen was regretting taking Nora's words of dancing with her as the Valkyrie was doing a crazy dance that will make anyone dizzy. But he knew she was being her usual self and she was having fun, that's what matter to him.

Members of team RWBY arrived as Weiss was the first to walk ahead giving Yang a quick hello at the reception table. The Schnee heiress was wearing a silver dress with black heels, it fitted her well. The second member was the leader Ruby wearing a red dress with black heels the rosette was nervous. For starters this was the first time she was wearing such fancy clothes for an occasion and second, because she didn't came alone. The petite was blushing because her arm was been held by Barry who was wearing a black suit like the rest of the teen boys. The speedster smiled at her making the scythe wielder blushed even more. She was obviously happy when he asked her to the dance but now she was so nervous, because it all felt like she was on a date with the teen.

"Oh you look so beautiful!" obviously the blond brawler would react so happy to see her younger sister wearing the dress she bought for her while Weiss did help in picking it.

"Yeah heh...even if this isn't my thing" she muttered.

"I know she looks amazing" Barry added his opinion and it made the petite leader blushed.

"Of course she will look amazing she's my sister. Now you two go and have some fun, enjoy the evening" Yang smiled walking closer to the young Rose.

"Remember Weiss's lessons."

"I don't know if I'll be able to pull it off sis. I can barely walk on these lousy lady stiffs."

"You'll be fine now have fun."

"Ruby would you like to dance?" asked the speedster.

"You know, how about we get some punch first?" the rosette gave a quick smile.

"Okay sure…."

Yang shook her head knowing Ruby will try to avoid dancing. She wanted to give her a push and motivate her confidence but she knew she needed to do her job first. The door opened as she gazed at the next people to enter the room. She has seen them before, one of them was the boy who fought Pyrrha at Goodwitch's combat class. The other girl with dark skin wearing a dark green dress she has seen her before too, they were the guest students from Haven.

"You guys are just in time."

"Wouldn't miss it for the world" Mercury smiled as he lead Emerald to the dance floor.

"Everything will go smoothly" muttered the dark skin girl.

"If we play our part right. They won't even know what hit them" Mercury muttered back.

On the other side of the ballroom members of the faculty were enjoying the evening and event. Professor Port and Oobleck were talking probably about school work or maybe about the good old days, eventually Port will start narrating a story when he was a young and handsome huntsman. Ozpin and Goodwitch were also talking, that is until General Ironwood arrived and offered his hand to the blond teacher and she accepted, rather formal. The headmaster of Beacon smiled enjoying the sight of so many students dancing, talking having fun they needed the break before the task to accept missions. Then he spotted a certain teacher assistant in a corner watching the students and trying to look like he was enjoying himself, but he was really bore. Ozpin walked over to the teen while he noticed his presence but decided to stay quiet.

"Mr. Queen quite a nice evening isn't it?"

"Yes I think it's nice."

"Oh, you don't seem to be please."

"Honestly I didn't felt like coming here but you made me come, I don't have a word about it."

"Always so bold. No need to be upset I'd figure you would enjoy some time off from school work and vigilante work."

"I can take a rest training, meditating or even reading a book. Apologies Ozpin but attending a dance isn't exactly my idea of time off."

"So you're telling me you never attended a dance or a party in your life? Not even when you were living in Starling city?"

The archer vigilante stood in thought staring at the headmaster. Ever since he told him everything about him and Barry Ozpin has being looking calmer than usual. Honesty he wasn't expecting it to take it so calm, unlike Goodwitch who didn't believed a word he said. The headmaster seemed to believed everything, that they were heroes from another world, that they were adults when they were killed and they were brought back to life and sent to Remnant by a powerful being. Now of course he attended many parties and dances when he was still in his home world. He will lose count on how many times he went with his best friend Tommy and all those times he was never in his best behavior. Not to mention partying hard will remind him of the kind of person he used to be.

"I attended parties during my time at Starling. But back then, things were different."

"Quite so, you were older and your responsibilities were larger. Looking after an entire city on your own is no easy task."

"I wasn't alone, like I said Ozpin I had comrades looking after me. And even if I started this crusade on my own I wanted to end it on my own. But I was wrong, I needed allies more than anyone."

"Indeed having allies aiding you makes things easier, especially when you're protecting a city or a world."

"But anyway, I still think you're taking things rather well. It's not every day someone tells you they're from another world and die to be brought back to life and sent to Remnant."

"I have no reason to doubt you, everything you have said has being the truth. It makes sense why you and Mr. Allen are very experienced in battle without attending any combat school. Not to mention you have shown a high level of maturity for the age of a teenager. Like you said your bodies may be young but your minds are a different story."

"I can assure you as long as me and Barry are alive. We will continue to fight for Remnant's safety."

"I will take your word for it. And I assure you as long as you two continue to fight for everyone's sake I will continue aiding you, and everyone in Beacon. Don't forget you now have a team to look after."

"I would really like to skip that topic Professor."

"Still feeling hostile towards Mr. Snart and Mr. Rory understandable. But whether they are criminals they are still your teammates. Do not forget they are undergoing rehabilitation. It is up to us to show them the correct path."

"But whether they choose to take that path or stay in the one they've always been, it is up to them" replied back the archer vigilante.

"Fair enough but it is up to us to show them this path is the correct one. For that to happen trust must be forge between teammates and those around them. If they can trust no one how can they change their ways?"

"You make a good point and I can start trusting them if they do show some progress."

"Only time will tell then" the headmaster gave a smile" it will appear my presence here are no longer needed, enjoy yourself Mr. Queen."

Oliver didn't know what he meant watching Ozpin walked out. He got his answer soon as he turned the other way to see Blake wearing a black dress. The dress fitted her well, it suited and she looked lovely in it. This was something he wasn't expecting tonight, he knew she wasn't going to come to the dance he was sure proven wrong. The cat faunus gave a smile that made his heart beat faster, that smile was beautiful he always love to see it. He smiled at her she was truly beautiful, now he knew coming to the dace was the right thing to do. At least now he has a reason to be here, and it was standing right in front of him.

"I thought you weren't coming to the dance."

"I changed my mind" she smiled.

"I told you to get some rest."

"And I did. You and Yang gave me plenty of reasons to take a day off and you were right. I have to stop doing this to myself, to let my past take over my whole life. The White Fang was everything to me, it was my life. I guess it's not that easy to let go even if now I have friends who can help me. I still feel like its my responsibility to do something."

"Blake believe me I understand exactly how you feel. Your so focus in your goal that you forget everything that's surrounding you including those who are close to you. That's how I feel when I started the crusade on my city, nobody was going to do something about the crime in Starling, so I took justice in my hands. Just like you want to take justice in your hands with the White Fang. But now things are different and we have to get used those changes, for both of us."

"I guess we have a lot in common" the young faunus kept staring at him.

"That's why I understand your frustration, your anger. They're out there, planning something and we don't know what. But whatever is, I hope we'll be ready to face it…."

"Together?"

"Your team, my team and everyone in Beacon."

She gave a nod looking around the dancing crowd" would you like to dance?"

"I never thought you would ever say that" he smiled.

Blake chuckled at how right he was as he lead her to the dance floor. She kept her smile as Oliver held her closer and they started a slow dance. Both were smiling happy to be present in this evening, for once they were able to throw away all their problems and relax. During the entire time the cat faunus was nervous feeling her heart beating like crazy but she wanted to do this, to ask him to dance with her. Now as she dance with the archer vigilante her heart was still beating fast and she knew she was probably blushing, she didn't care. Oliver was in the same boat but he was more happy that the young faunus decided to come to the dance and take a break from everything. Now he was arguing with himself if he should tell her how he feels, right now at this very moment.

If there was one time Pyrrha Nikos has ever felt so happy, it will be now. She started dancing with Jaune to an upbeat music, but when it came to a slow song her joy meter went off the roof. Here she was being held close by the blond leader of JNPR and something that will happen only in her dreams has become a sweet reality. There was no need to be nervous with all the happiness she was feeling right now, though her heart was skipping beat after beat and she will blushed nothing else matter. Only that the person she has developed strong feeling for a while was dancing with her. The blond knight smiled at her with that adorable smile she loves to see he truly surprised her when he asked her to come with him. Now she can die happy with no regrets, she paused at the last part. There was still something else she wanted to do, or more precisely to say to the blond teen.

"Thank you Jaune, for this wonderful evening."

"I'm actually glad I choose you to go the dance with me. Though I'm still shocked you accepted."

"Oh Jaune don't be like that. I am over joyed that you asked me to come, stop thinking that you aren't worth my time."

"I mean look at me going to the dance with the one and only Pyrrha Nikos. I say it was too good to be true honestly."

"Jaune...before you even knew who I was you acted like a normal person around me. You didn't care about my popularity, you just treated like any other person. I guess that's what I like about you" the red head felt her cheeks blushed.

"Th..thanks" the blond knight blushed at her words.

"Also….?"

"What? What is it?"

"It's nothing. Anyway I'm surprise you can dance so well who taught you?"

"Try living with seven sisters under the same roof?"

"Seven sisters? That's a big smile" the red head smiled.

"I'm the second oldest child in the family. The oldest sister is two years older than me and the rest are younger. They taught me to dance along with my mothers, I didn't had a choice in the matter. Looks like learning to dance is part of being an Arc" he gave a silly smile.

"I would like to meet your parents someday. If that's okay with you."

"Sure I'll take you with me the next time I return home and maybe, I will get to meet your parents."

"Of course I'll be happy to introduce you to them."

"Then it's a deal."

Pyrrha just giggled resuming the dance with the team leader and partner. Though she wanted to tell him her feelings, but maybe she thought it was still too soon. She believed right now Jaune thought of her as a good friend, they needed time to forge their friendship into something more. For now this will be enough for her until she's finally ready to tell him. Nevertheless this has turned out to be the best night in the red head champion's life. She leaned her head in his shoulder wrapping her arms around him wanting to be like this forever. As for Jaune, while he was blushing he didn't know why but it felt right to have Pyrrha in his arms like this. In a way that will be consider intimate, as if they were in a relationship. The thought made him blushed why should he think that? She was just his friend and partner, or maybe there was more. The last part made him think as he stood in deep thought.

Mick has never being so nervous in his entire life. He knew he was screw big time the moment Yang asked him to the dance. Sure in his whole life he was nothing but a criminal and crazy pyromaniac, so he was obviously never good with the ladies. He did had his chances to sleep with a couple of women but that was it. Now this girl comes to him and asks him to take her to the dance just like that, talk about getting straight to the point. Now the rogue member was trying to hide from a certain busty blond realizing she was no longer at the reception podium. Her job was done with listing all of the guests of the event, meaning she had her sights on him. Before he thought of leaving the ball room someone took his hand leading Heat to the center where all the dancing was going on. He turned to see the blond smiling at him looking very eager just the same when she was about to fight someone.

"Going somewhere Mick? You weren't planning on bailing out on me?" her lilac eyes has turned red for a brief moment.

"No...I was just about to get some punch."

"You look like you were about to leave. Don't try to run away from our dance."

"Look Yang I shouldn't have said yes, sorry but I can't do this…."

The blond brawler looked serious for a moment" you don't want to dance with me?"

"Hell no I'm pretty lucky to be asked by a babe like you it's just…." he paused while the blond chuckled at him calling her "babe".

"Oh I get it, silly Mick. You can't dance can you?"

"Keep your voice down" the pyromaniac felt embarrassed he didn't wanted anyone to find out.

"That doesn't matter if you can't or can dance. Let's just enjoy ourselves and have fun."

"I don't want to step on your feet."

"It will be fine, if you do step on my feet I'll punch you" she winked at him as she wrapped her around his neck.

"Come on man get your act together, you've survived worse than this" of course the rogue member has survived worst, including getting burn alive.

"Relax Mick it's okay. Sheesh for a big time criminal you can sure act like a wuss" she grinned.

"I'm not a wuss" he frowned.

"You sure are acting like one. Just keep holding my back and don't even think of moving your hand any lower. I don't want to punch you for touching my butt."

"I may be a criminal and crazy but I am not that kind of a person. I would never take advantage of a woman."

"Aren't you the gentlemen that's good to know" she smiled enjoying the slow dance.

"Hey...this isn't so bad. I thought it will be harder than it looks."

"Its only a slow dance. Just be worry if we get an upbeat song."

"So, why did you asked me to the dance?"

"I guess I felt like asking you" it was Yang's only answer.

"Even if you know who I am? Not to offend you or anything, but you pick the wrong person to take to a dance. You should play it smart and don't get involve with me, I'm definitely not the best candidate to spend time with. Heck I didn't wanted to come here but Snart and I didn't had a choice, either it was coming or get detention with that crazy professor Goodwitch."

"Maybe I want to take my chances with the criminal. I always prefer the bad boy over the average Joe. Besides you're enjoying yourself right now right?"

"Yeah but you're not listening kid. I'm more than just a bad boy, I'm a demented criminal who only cares about getting cash in his pockets and burning things. If you knew about half the things I've done in my lifetime you wouldn't be dancing with me right now."

"You mean when you and Snart were in Central city?"

"That's right. I was an orphan who got in trouble and raise myself in the streets. I did many things that I weren't proud of but I had to do it to survive. I realize my passion for fire earlier during my childhood and became a thug. But ever since that incident I started loving fire more than anything."

"Is that why part of your face is burn?" Yang got a little worried.

"Damn right. I enjoyed it and keeping these burns as scars are my pride and joy."

"You sound like they were your medals" the blond gave a laugh.

"Why not? Some say scars are remembrance of your past actions. They can be consider your greatest achievements or your worst mistakes."

"Well I say they look good on you. I don't mind a guy with burn marks."

"You're serious?" Mick couldn't believe what he just heard.

"Listen, I may not understand you completely but I know one thing. You had a rough life and you think the only way you can survive is to search for that purpose...wait maybe I said it wrong. Your whole life you're searching for that thrill, that's why you're stealing and burning things you get a thrill from doing those things."

"A thrill….? Yeah that's it. I feel great whenever I do those things."

"To be honest with you the only reason I want to become a huntress is because I'm a thrill seeker. I just love adventure all sort of things, like fighting chasing bad guys. My sister Ruby wants to be a huntress because she has always wanted to be a hero like the heroes from the story books but my case is different from hers. I'm trying to find the ultimate thrill, something that will make me feel alive. Maybe I might find it if I stick with you."

"You're making a mistake kid. I might back stab you when you aren't looking, I'm not to be trusted."

"Call me Yang not kid and I'm willing to risk it. You and Snart are undergoing rehabilitation, soon you guys won't be criminals anymore. Professor Ozpin might save you guys a spot in Beacon once you're rehabilitated."

"Don't push your luck. Snart and me have being criminals for too long, I don't see people like us changing our ways. This business, this life has become our own and it's the only life we can lead. I don't see myself as someone who will go his way just to help people let alone save lives."

"That's what this program you guys are going is for. Maybe not now or maybe not in the coming months but in a year or two, you guys might turn a new leaf. Oh man that was lame even for me" she chuckled never taking her eyes off the pyromaniac.

"You do know that I'm a lot older than I look. I'm probably old enough to be your dad."

"But you're not my dad and also...age is just a number" she grinned getting closer to him.

"This girl is...unbelievable" Heat Wave chuckled by now he has lost all fear of dancing.

It looked like both were enjoying the dance and the evening. For once Mick forgot about his criminal life and focus on the gorgeous blond before him, and smiled. It was a smile that mean he was grateful to have come here when he didn't wanted to come in the first place. He has met a girl who likes to fight and is a thrill seeker similar to him, not to mention believes he can change even if he believe she was making a mistake. Yang kept her smile happy to have had the conversation with the criminal. Looks like this evening was turning out exactly as she has hoped. A fun blast and to think she managed to find someone to bring to the dance when probably no one will go ask her, even if her looks got the boy's attention.

"Nailed it" she happily smiled enjoying the company of the pyromaniac.

Snart was still by the table of the food area still enjoying the many varieties it has to offer. A lot has happened since he first arrived to the dance namely with a certain white haired girl. He knew she has come alone since Neptune told him he turned down her offer to accompany her to the dance. Cold admitted she looked very beautiful in that silver dress but he will remain quiet and has also chose not to approach her. Since then the Schnee heiress has being things like fixing the flowers from the pots and other decorations since she along with the rest of her teammates were in charge of preparing the event. When he less expect a grin was formed on his lips when he noticed the presence next to him, a very similar presence. As the rogue leader turned to see Weiss glaring at him and as usual he will answer her glare with a grin.

"Enjoying the evening Colder?"

"Not as much as you" she fixed him another glare.

"What can I say, can't turn down free food."

"So you're going to eat all of the food?"

"Don't exaggerate I'm not a big eater. Although it's pretty good."

"What is Professor Ozpin thinking allowing you two to come here?"

"I asked the same question but its all part of his "rehab program", apparently he wants me and Mick to socialize with the students as well as the ones from the different schools."

"And I see that is a worthless effort. You're probably thinking of stealing something of high value."

"Then please enlighten me how am I going to do that without getting the attention of the headmaster? You haven't forgotten that as long as Mick and I wear these collars he and the rest of his faculty has eyes and ears on us wherever we go" the rogue leader pointed to his steel collar.

"I...I don't know, I just know you're planning something and when you do, I'll be ready to take you down again."

"Give it a rest Colder. Tonight I'm just a regular guy trying to enjoy the night. But anyway why are you here?"

"I only came here to get some punch" the heiress took a glass and pour some of the red liquid as she stood in her place not moving.

"Well….? You have your punch, why are you still here?"

"I feel like I want to be here, is there a problem?" she glared.

"Not at all, except that I'm here and I'm certain you don't want to be next to me. Or maybe you do" he grinned.

"You wish, I can't stand you. Just the thought of been near you gives me a migraine."

"Then you should go because I'm not going anywhere. I like the food a lot."

Weiss gave him another glare and the rogue leader kept his grin taking a sip from his punch.

"Since you're not going to admit it I will get straight to the point and tell you. You didn't came here to get some punch. You're upset because your blue haired friend shot you down and you came here all dressed up just so you can dance. Now you're here because you're hoping I will ask you to dance, can't have the original guy let's ask another."

"You are so deluded I will never dance with you, get it to your thick skull. Now if you'll excuse me I'm leaving, I got a headache now because of you" she took a sip of her punch.

"Go ahead you're free to leave whenever you wish" the rogue leader gave a smile.

"Fine" the heiress started taking a few steps away from him but suddenly stopped.

"What's the matter? Want more punch? Or maybe you will like some crackers with cheese and ham, take it from me they're very good."

The Schnee heiress was glaring at him and he kept his smile. She took another sip of her punch finishing it and was ready to take seconds. But just as she set the glass down Snart has taken her hand and lead her to the dance floor. The act has shocked the white haired girl as she started to break through his hold.

"What do you think you're doing? Unhand me you scum. Someone help he's trying to kidnap me!"

"She wants to dance and I'm simply fulfilling her request" Cold replied staring at the people present who were watching them back.

"That is not true I don't want to dance with him. Yang help me!" the heiress spotted her teammate who was still dancing with Mick.

"Weiss give it a break and just dance with him. It's not going to kill you" the blond brawler shook her head in amusement.

The heiress wanted to protest, she wanted to yell and break free from his hold. Before she realized Snart was holding her close with his hand on her back. Weiss glared thinking if he lowers his hand to reach her behind or even try to lift her skirt, she was going to smack him so hard she will sent him to the other side of the ballroom. With his other hand the rogue leader was holding her right hand and she was surprised he was able to keep up with the slow music. In fact she had no idea he was good at dancing, for a criminal he had some class and she wasn't going to admit it. Cold was smiling not bothered by her glare or that she wanted to get away from him. He knew she wanted to dance with someone it was for that reason she tried so hard to make the event as fancy as it looks.

"Enjoying the dance?"

"With you?" she glared though she didn't sounded that upset because she was actually dancing.

"Sadly it has to be me. Because Neptune can't dance so you have no other choice but to stick with me."

"What? How do you know that?" she was still glaring at the rogue leader.

"He didn't tell you? I'm quite shocked" he kept his sarcasm hidden.

"Yes he did. I talked to him earlier and he told me that was the only reason he turned me down. What I want to know is how do you know?"

"Let's just say he and I had a small talk and we were able to get along."

"What did you tell him?" her aqua eyes narrowed" wait, there was something else Neptune said to me. He said that it will be better for us to be friends and I was pretty sure that he likes me, unless someone said something to him…."

"Guilty as charged."

"How dare you, who do you think you are to be intruding in my personal life?"

"Now before you chew me out listen to what I have to say. That guy Neptune is the kind of person who likes to flirt around with girls. Imagine yourself if you were in a relationship with him, and he's flirting on your back how would you feel?"

"I..I guess I will be upset if he's into that sort of thing" the heiress knew it wasn't right to be in a relationship with a boy who will be flirting with girls in secrecy.

"No offense but you certainly look like the jealous type. Being with someone like Neptune will only lead to complicated situations and...what's that word? Oh that's right heartbreak."

"So now you think you know me? Like you had me all figure out. You don't know nothing about me, don't go insinuating like you do" Weiss didn't know why she hasn't broken off the dance with him and left already.

"Maybe I want to know more of you" Snart's tone was serious staring into her aqua eyes.

"….…"

"For starters" his fingers reached for her right eye" this scar…."

"What of it?" the heiress didn't know why she was feeling her heart beating faster as a small tint of pink has tainted her cheeks.

"I'm curious to know how you got it. It's definitely no birth mark, this was the result of an accident or maybe an incident. Well am I right?"

Weiss stood speechless not knowing what to say. Her brain was trying to process any information to give her but nothing will come up. This was the first time anyone has asked her about the scar in her eye, no one from Beacon or even her own teammates has asked her about it. There were so many times she pretended it wasn't there, it will help her forget about that day. Now someone she has come to see as an enemy has asked her about it, which left her to her current state. What to say? He was nothing but a criminal why should he care about her personal life when it came her and Neptune? Why should he care about knowing about her scar? She wasn't going to say a word she refused to tell him because he wasn't her friend. As far as she was concern Leonard Snart was a criminal and an enemy.

However before she retorted and slapped his hand away which his fingers was still touching her skin close to her scared eye. Snart has removed his hand and has stopped dancing with her leaving the Schnee heiress confused at his action.

"Maybe next time you will tell me about that scar. I'm heading back, I'm done for the night. Enjoy the rest of the evening Colder."

Weiss stood watching him leave the ballroom dumbfound at his action. Just like that he dragged her to dance with him and just like that he left her hanging. Not realizing the small tint of pink was still on her cheeks she was now feeling more anger towards the rogue leader. Remembering the physical contact made her angrier, still she didn't had a clue why her heart beat increased speed when she heard him sound honest. She excused herself deciding to take another glass of punch before taking a seat or maybe talk to one of the guests. She wasn't going to forget this insubordination from him because he didn't had the right to be sticking his noses where it doesn't belong, specially when it was her personal life.

"Who does he think he is? I swear I will never get along with him, never!"

"Ruby?"

The young Rose stiffened at the mention of her name being called by Barry. She knew what he wanted to talk to her about ever since they've arrived at the ballroom they have went to the get some food and punch and then, they spent twenty minutes seated. So far they haven't done anything and she knew the speedster wanted to ask her to dance with him, but she couldn't. The leader of team RWBY was still nervous about dancing remembering that she didn't do well during the dance lessons from Weiss as well as walking on heels. If she accepts to dance she was too scared she will embarrass herself in front of everyone or embarrass Barry by stepping on his feet just like she did with the Schnee heiress. The rosette was snapped from the train of thought as the teacher assistant got her attention touching her shoulder.

"What's wrong? You don't look fine."

"I'm okay I just feel like been seated" she smiled.

"You don't want to dance?"

"Nah it looks boring."

"I kinda thought you wanted to dance with me."

"I don't feel like dancing that's all."

"Just one dance Ruby I promise after that we can stay seated."

"But I-"

"Please I really want to dance with you."

Hearing that the rosette couldn't say no the fact Barry wanted to dance with her excited her and at the same time saddened her. Here she was too nervous because she's afraid of screwing up and the teen next to her was looking forward to dance with her. It should be after all it was a dance, dancing was the main point. The team leader gave a nod making Barry smiled he took her hand and lead the petite to the middle. He hold her right hand while he put his hand on her back, pulling the rosette closer to him. Ruby blushed this was probably the first time she's ever been this close to the speedster before. The silver eyed girl spotted Yang who was smiling at her, then she proceeded with giving her sister a thumb up. But eventually the dance was interrupted as the petite has stepped on the teen's feet.

"Ouch…."

"Sorry Barry I'm sorry."

"It's okay" he smiled resuming the dance but again the young Rose stepped on his other feet.

"I'm sorry I'm really sorry" tears were forming on the petite's eyes.

"Ruby it's okay it's no big deal."

"No it's not okay. I'm a real mess even with Weiss teaching me to dance and walk on these things I'm still screwing up."

The speedster tried to calm her down while noticing he has gotten the attention of a few people in the dancing crowd including Yang. The blond brawler got worried that her sister didn't learn enough from Weiss and that she was going to mess up dancing with the boy she has developed feelings for a while.

"Ruby please don't cry calm down okay? I'm not angry at you remember what I said at Christmas Eve I will never get angry at you."

"But I can't dance with you I'll mess up again stepping on your feet."

"Fine then take them off."

"What?"

"Take your heels off."

"Really?" she blushed noticing everyone staring at her.

"Ignore them Ruby take your heels off and we'll dance."

"I'm still going to step on your feet."

"Trust me you'll be fine" he smiled.

The team leader did as told and removed her black heels leaving her barefoot with her pantyhose.

"Okay now I want you to climb on my feet."

Ruby blinked not having a clue what Barry was up to but soon she found out. He helped her climbed to his feet doing son she was able to be slightly taller than him. The speedster lead the dance with the rosette on his feet and she couldn't help but giggle at his idea. They were basically dancing but he was the one in control and doing it like this she didn't had to worry with stepping on his feet. She kept on smiling while giggling she knew they looked funny together and all eyes were on them but as the speedster said, she ignored and focus only on the teen before her. Among the crowd Yang was watching them with a smile on her face and once more she was grateful her sister met someone like Barry. He was able to get her off from a possible embarrassing situation that would have probably affected her in the future. The blond decided to leave them be and resume her dance with Mick.

"Barry?"

"Yeah?"

"I'm glad you asked me to the dance. Just in case you wonder, I'm really happy you did" she blushed.

"Me too. I couldn't be any happier than right now."

Oliver smiled at the sight of Barry and Ruby dancing, both looked like they were having a lot of fun. He wasn't the only one who was having a good time tonight the archer vigilante was in the same boat. After sharing a slow dance with Blake they have taken a seat and started a conversation. They wanted to know more about each other talking about simple things about themselves like their hobbies and favorite food. Oliver wasn't surprised to know the raven haired faunus's favorite dish was tuna since she was part cat. The vigilante finally made up his mind to finally tell the young faunus his feelings because if he didn't say it now, he'll probably never will. He thought this will be the perfect time because who knows when he will get a break like this. The archer knew he needed to find Grundy and fast before anything bad happens.

"How are you feeling?"

"Good" Blake gave a smile.

"You're not thinking about the White Fang?"

"Not tonight, I want some time off from my past and business. It's all thanks to you and Yang."

"You're very lucky to have teammates like them."

"I am. Ruby, Weiss and Yang I owe them so much. I can finally see them as my closest friends."

"I'm glad for you to finally come out of your shell and accept others. You've come a long way from that silent distrustful faunus I met near Tukson's book store."

"A lot has happened since then. Time has given me plenty of reason to start trusting those close to me especially, when they have learn to accept me for who I am and not for what I am."

"You're stronger when you're like this. This new you is better, not to mention you're smiling more often. I actually think you have a beautiful smile."

Blake felt herself blush feeling her the rate of her heart beat speed up" thanks…."

"…."

"What's wrong? Why the long face?"

"I am having a good time too. And even if I didn't wanted to come to this dance originally, I'm glad I did. It's all because you chose to come, otherwise I would have been bore out of my mind."

His comment made the raven haired girl chuckled.

"My point is, Blake I am so happy I met you. To finally meet someone just like me, where our past turned us into different people and help us forge a strong resolve. Both of us became loners who shoulder our past and our problems. I hope together we can learn to lean on each other while relying on our comrades. Right now you're among the people I trust you with all of my life and someone very important to me. No matter what awaits us in the future I want you to know that."

"I don't understand...why are you telling me this?" the cat faunus felt her heart increasing its speed not knowing why.

Oliver out his hands on her shoulders staring at her amber eyes" because...I love you."

Blake stood shocked as her face has turned into a shade of crimson color. Her heart beat was going crazy like it was ready to burst from her chest. She felt that time has stopped as her brain froze making it difficult to process the words she just heard. Did she actually heard right? Did Oliver Queen someone who has grown close to her and held strong feelings, told her he loves her? He actually felt that way about her and here she was too shocked to say anything. What will she do? She remember her conversation with her adoptive father that she will spend time with the archer vigilante until she was certain what she was feeling for him was really love. Now the teen has catch up to her and she still didn't know her answer while he was giving her that lovely smile. She tried to open her mouth but no word will come out, she felt completely useless now.

"That's all I wanted to say to you."

"Wha…." she was still blushing.

"The music's change. Will you like to dance?" he noticed the upbeat song as everyone started dancing.

"….."

"Or maybe we can stay here seated" he took her silence as a no.

It worried him she wasn't saying anything. He obviously knew she didn't felt the same way, and that was fine by him. The archer was used to such, once he will have the love of a wonderful woman and then disaster will strike losing her forever. Shado, Sara, Laurel and now Felicity he lost them all forever. Maybe he was destine to never feel love again because if he does, death will show its ugly head and take that woman from him. That was fate and it was cruel and maybe he should just shut his heart from love, that's why he told Blake the truth. He knew she wouldn't return his feelings and rejection was the only outcome, truly he was a glutton for punishment. He kept his eyes on the dancing teens and spotted Sun and the girl known as Penny dancing together doing the robot, a sight that made him chuckled. As for Blake she remained silent with her face red taking short glances at the archer.

"What's wrong with me? Why can't I say a word? He...Oliver feels that way for me. What should I do….?"

"Ol...Oliver….?"

"It's all right Blake you don't have to say anything I understand."

"Say something for the love of Remnant!"

"I...I have to go..."

"Of course, better to call it a night" he smiled as she gave a nod.

"Stupid, great work Blake" she cursed mentally as she walked away from the archer.

After a couple of minutes to dancing to the upbeat music Barry and Ruby decided to take a break. The speedster went off to get some punch for both of them as the rosette leader was gazing outside as the night sky, watching the broken moon and the stars. But her silver eyes caught something unusual in the distance. The petite knew something was wrong spotting a mysterious stranger in black jumping from one roof to another. Now it was obvious it's not everyday you see something like that but it was definitely very suspicious. Her serious gaze was on seeing the figure heading towards a large building, she recognized it as the Cross Continental Tower or just easily called CCT. The team leader was about to leave the place taking out her control on her rocket propeller locker, good thing she decided to bring it just in case.

"Ruby, what's wrong?" Barry arrived with the glasses of punch.

"There's this stranger who was jumping through the roofs and it went to the CCT."

"That's not good. You think it could be trouble?"

"Yeah" Ruby pressed the button as the rocket propeller locker crashed and it opened revealing her weapon Crescent Rose.

Barry drank both glasses using his speed and left, quickly he returned wearing his Flash costume" so much for dancing and relaxing."

"Let's speed things up" she smiled feeling like she said a pum like Yang.

"That's original" the speedster rolled his eyes.

"Oops…."

"What's wrong?"

"I can't run heh I'm barefoot and I can't run on heels."

Flash solved the problem using his speed and returned with her red running shoes.

"That's much better!" the rosette happily put her favorite pair.

"Now let's see who is our mysterious infiltrator."

Both used their speed to reach the front of the CCT and gasped spotting the soldiers that belonged to General Ironwood knocked unconscious. Looks like Ruby's suspicions were right after all. The vigilante and the team leader gazed at each other giving a nod using their speed to enter the first floor of the building. The sight was more of Atlas soldiers on the ground the scarlet speedster checked on all of them and they were all alive like the soldier at the entrance. Looks like whoever did this wasn't that much of a coldblooded murder or maybe he didn't felt like getting his hands dirty and it was easier to knocked them down. But something was troubling Barry this happened so fast not at the same way he runs, but this infiltrator has shown to be very skilled to take down so many soldiers and quickly.

"Let's head to the top floor."

The rosette nodded using their speed on the stairs to reach the top floor. The speedster somehow had a feeling the intruder will be there. He remember Oliver telling him the Cross Continental Tower was the biggest communication center in all of Vale and there was one in the rest of the kingdoms. The top floor of the Tower was where they stored all communication data outside and inside of Vale, meaning it was the location of the mainframe. If the intruder was planning was he was thinking then, they were in trouble. Hacking into something as important as that the intruder will have eyes and ears all over the Vale. As they arrived at the tower there he spotted the intruder someone wearing all black and a mask. Long raven haired it was definitely a woman probably an adult in her middle or late twenties. Ruby reacted first as she changed her scythe into rifle mode pointing the fire weapon at the woman in black.

"Who are you?! What are you doing here?"

The woman replied firing some ice dust in the shapes of large ice needles. Flash easily dodged with his speed and used his semblance red lightning hitting the intruder straight on. Ruby followed using her semblance and changing her weapon back to scythe mode. The masked woman kicked her before she got the chance to attack her, the RWBY leader was sent flying but the speedster caught her in time. He countered spinning his hands rapidly creating a large whirlwind that made the mask of the intruder fall off, she quickly covered her face and unleashed her weapons, a pair of black swords. She quickly changed them to a bow and fired an arrow at the scarlet speedster. Flash was able to hear a voice coming from the device on the woman's ear piece he couldn't recognized it The intruder grabbed an USB device that was on one of the computers as she quickly used a flash bang grenade to blind both teens.

"Ruby! You okay!"

"I can't see! My eyes…."

"Damn it she got away" Barry's vision was slowly returning realizing the woman in black was no longer present, she has escaped.

"Hey you all right?" he pulled the rosette closer checking on her eyes.

"I...I am now" the petite blushed noticing she was very close to the speedster.

"You'll be okay. I don't think we'll be able to find her whoever she was, she made a good get away. Not to mention she was good at fighting."

"What is going on here?"

Both turned to see General Ironwood who has arrived at the floor. He has gotten a distress signal coming from the tower that a situation has occurred. The older man stared at the two teens he recognized the Flash and the second person with him too. He knew they were here because they have noticed something was wrong in the building. It was the reason why he left the dance earlier since he wanted to continue dancing with Goodwitch a little longer.

"I hope you two are ready to tell me what has happened here."

"Um...well..." Ruby started. Not knowing where to begin.

"We'll tell you everything General" Flash spoke in his echo voice because he knew Ozpin hasn't told him his identity and the same with the Arrow.

(Time skip)

After the dance ended Barry and Oliver were called by Ozpin after what the Flash told Ironwood regarding the intruder at the CCT. Ever since the descriptions of the intruder were explained Oliver was feeling restless. The speedster arrived at the dorm to see the archer vigilante checking on his scroll it was pretty obvious why he was feeling this way. Aside that he wanted to forget about what happened with Blake he had a strong feeling the masked woman who infiltrated the CCT was none other than the Queen. Now the archer vigilante hasn't said a word to the headmaster or the General, not yet until he was sure it was really her. The search for Grundy was at a dead end and he needed to get a lead on anything, what better way than to get a lead on the most wanted criminal in Remnant.

"It's been a long night Oliver. Don't you think you should get some rest?"

"Not yet. There's no doubt the intruder at the CCT was the Queen I am sure of it. Not to mention the appearance of the Queen's chess piece in the CCT mainframe which she probably hacked into it."

"Look I already told Ozpin about it. Between him and General Ironwood they'll be able to investigate the whole thing. Besides we don't have any clue if it's really her like I said, she made a clean get away and she was sure fast."

"There has to be something she must have left behind anything. Something, a small clue that might give us an idea where she she could have gone or who she might be?"

"There's a reason why she's the number one most wanted criminal in the four kingdoms Oliver. I highly doubt she will be able to keep her reputation if she leaves any clues behind. The only thing Ruby and I noted that her weapons were two black swords and they turned into a bow."

"This is probably the only thing I have that comes close to a clue."

"What is it?" the speedster walked over seeing his scroll.

"The surveillance footage from the dance."

"That's a hardly a clue" Barry chuckle.

"Like I said it's the closest thing I have to a clue" the archer rolled his eyes but then his eyes were fixed on something" wait…."

"What?"

"Freeze it there."

"What? What is it?"

"You said you and Ruby confronted the intruder at the CCT around five minutes ago"

"Yeah five, maybe four or three not too sure. What's your point?"

"Here" he showed him his scroll the footage of the dance showing a familiar raven haired woman in a black dress approaching two familiar students as she started dancing with the gray haired male.

"Those are the students from Haven right?"

"Emerald Sustrai, Mercury Black and Milla Heartdrake" replied the archer.

"Okay what about them?"

"Take a look at the time when Milla arrived at the ballroom."

"That's...five minutes after…."

"After the fight with the intruder. Say it took her a couple of minutes to get to the ballroom, and she fought you and Ruby around two minutes considering both of your speed."

"That still doesn't add up. The intruder was wearing a different get up. How is she going to change her clothes and made it to the ballroom in only three minutes?"

"I don't know but right now we have something that can be refer to as a lead on the Queen? That woman Milla there's something suspicious about her and I'm going to find out what is."

"Wait..wait, you think Milla Heartdrake is the Queen?"

"No, not yet anyway. But at least we know where to start looking regarding the identity of the intruder at the CCT. With this and the investigation of Grundy I say we have a very busy week ahead."

"I'll say. Look Oliver I know you're very dedicated to our work but it's late you should get some rest. You're acting a bit strange I remember you were so happy at the dance with Blake-"

"I'm going to change, need some training" the archer cut him off as soon as he mentioned the name of the faunus member of team RWBY.

"Okay…." he watched his partner entered the bathroom he obviously figure something must have happened at the dance between him and raven haired faunus.

Unaware to both of them they never realized Snart has listened to their entire conversation. He was leaning closely on the dorm door and left walking as quiet as he could, heading back to his dorm.

To be continued

-I know I messed up calling the CCT Central Communication Tower its Cross Continental Tower.

-Sorry if it took me a while to upload the chapter been very busy with work especially when Christmas is around the corner.

-I hope you guys enjoy the development to BlackArrow, Arkos, FlashRose, ColdComfort and BlazingHeat in this chapter there will be more development ahead.

-Oh my gosh Star Wars the Force awakens can't wait to see it. I know J.J Abrams won't let us down he has done an amazing job with the Star Trek movies he will do the same with Star Wars.

-RWBY volume 3: WARNING SPOILERS

-chapter 5- great fight between Weiss/Yang and those two from Atlas (forgot their names)

-Chapter 6- OMFG! The plot of RWBY has gotten even better with the revelation of the four maidens of season that use magic and they don't use dust. I already have a crazy theory that team RWBY are the reincarnations of the four maidens. That's why I fear that something bad will happen to Pyrrha when she tries to take the power of the Fall maiden like getting into a coma I really hope she doesn't die I love Arkos. In addition I feel sorry for what happened to Yang that was a dirty move by Cinder messing with the surveillance footage I'm pretty sure she's responsible for it.

-Just in case I don't finish the next chapter before Christmas I would like to say Merry Christmas to everyone on this site and everyone outside of the site hope you get many presents.

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DC spoiler section

Flash season 2- looks like I was right Wells doesn't have a choice but to help Zoom capture Flash because of his daughter's safety.

Arrow season 4- OMG NOOOOOO I swear if they kill Felicity I will quit watching the series. Stupid producers hurting Oliver it's like they prefer emo Oliver over the happy one fuck them. Excuse my language I love Felicity so much I don't want her to die.

-On another note who is watching the new hit series Super girl on CBS? It's awesome watch it now I still have to see the winter finale I recorded it. SPOILER the martian hunter John has made his debut in the last episode so cool.

Next time: The Hunt for Solomon Grundy