Heroes in Remnant Chapter 19: Breach, an Arrow + RWBY Crossover fanfic

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Italics are thoughts

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

**Communications through scrolls and other devices

Chapter 19 Breach

"You must not fight too often with one enemy, or you will teach him all your art of war"

-Napoleon Bonaparte-

(Location: temple desert ruins desert region south outside of Vale Remnant)

Adam has unleashed the attack that cause a red shock wave to destroy everything in its path. The Arrow was caught in the attack and he was sent to the wall landing unconscious. The aftermath of the attack was followed with rose petals the masked faunus was expecting more of a challenge from the green hooded archer. The second in command walked over to the fallen body he could end it right now even if he got orders not to harm the archer. The Arrow has become a symbol of hope to the faunus population making it difficult for the White Fang to gather potential members. It was difficult to spread their ideals when the faunus was supporting the ideals of the vigilante especially his speech from a year ago. Even Blake seemed to have embraced and accepted his ideals of equality. That is why he believed the archer was preventing them from progressing with their plans.

He walked closer to the unconscious vigilante raising his sword ready to deliver the finishing blow. Been aware if he does this he'll be going against Abel's orders not unless he gives him a valuable excuse like he did it on self defense implying the Arrow attack him first and was willing to kill him. Or maybe he could come up with a scheme to make it look like a human was the one responsible creating an uproar with the faunus. They might take arms against humans considering how much they looked up to the hooded archer, either way there were many choices that will go in his favor. And maybe Blake might reconsider and return to the White Fang, she was also brainwash by the vigilante in following the path of equality. A vision of equality has been the faunus organization's greatest enemy after the humans, it was the belief of the founder of the group.

As he raised down the sword the Arrow got back up blocking the attack. Jumping high he changed the weapon back to a bow and fired an arrow which Adam retaliate changing his sword to rifle and fired on the projectile. It caused a massive smoke to covered the entire church-like temper the archer thought the smoke screen wasn't going to do much against a faunus. Because they can see in the dark so it should be fair that they can see through so much smoke, so he might be able to catch him off guard if he makes the right move. Arrow changed his bow back to sword mode and kept his distance from the masked faunus. Trying to come up with a strategy to beat him since both seemed to be in the same level. Adam however, noticed his getting further away from him and he gave a silent mocking sound.

"Hiding through this smoke. I wasn't expecting the Arrow to be a coward. The symbol of hope of our kind hiding from his opponent, you bring shame to our brothers and sisters."

"Better to be a symbol of hope than a symbol of destruction. That's exactly what Abel and the White Fang are doing."

"We desire survival against the humans who oppresses us. There's nothing wrong with wanting to live in this cruel world."

"By stealing, killing, bringing war to the human race. That's not living that's terrorism."

"What other choice do we have than force?"

"You can start by turning yourselves in and show the world that you can take a new path. Show them that the faunus mean no harm to humanity, let them know you want to live with them. To prove your worth in this world as equals."

"A predictable answer from the Arrow, equality. That is nothing but an illusion because humans will never accept us. How many of our kind will have to suffer through discrimination before they can finally understand that?"

"They will never be accepted as long as groups like the White Fang exist. The start for equality can begin with the surrender of that group."

The smoke screen cleared as Adam charged at the hooded archer and he changed his weapon to sword mode. Their blades clashing making small sparks emerging from the collision.

"We will never give up. We will continue with our mission, our vision will remain."

"Then you have doomed the faunus race!"

The masked faunus increased the speed of his attacks it will be a fight to prove which one was faster since both seemed to be pretty good in skills. Oliver realized Adam was lost to his hatred for the humans it was impossible to talk to him through, he wasn't going to stop in his beliefs. This was probably the reason why Abel chose him as second in command of the organization. Blake didn't wasted her breath in talking him out knowing very well it was going to be futile. If he didn't listen to her what were the chances he was going to listen to him? The answer was simple. The eyes behind his mask were full of hatred for the humans but at the same time he kept his cool without losing himself to that rage, but maybe he was really lost after all. Another swing of his new weapon crossing blades with the faunus.

"Watching you Adam seeing the kind of person you've become. I'm really glad Blake left the White Fang, she did the right thing leaving."

That seemed to have caused a reaction in the masked faunus as he gave a small frown changing his sword to rifle only for the archer to changed his weapon firing a couple of arrows to blocked the bullets. Another charge from the faunus proved to the hooded archer that he was losing his cool, his last comment has angered him. Once more their blades clashed but it was clear the green archer had the advantage since he was calm and collected, his opponent was letting his anger get the best of him. Again his concern was on Flash and the rogue hoping they were doing all right against Grundy. Which meant he needed to finish this fight and get to the rest of the team. Right now Adam was using a lot of his strength to try and push him back but the vigilante kept his own strength not holding back.

"What will you know about her? Do you even understand what she went through? Just like all the faunus that were cast aside like garbage and look down on us for only our appearance."

"More than you know. I can tell she's being through a lot but she didn't fell to the hatred like you did. She never lost hope on the White Fang's true vision...equality. She will always held dear the organization that was founded by Hector to create a world when they can co-exist with the humans…."

"Again you know nothing. Don't speak so highly like you could understand our brother and sisters, you will never know our pain. We must stand up and show the humans we can fight and survive for our right to live, by crushing them and take our rightful place as the superior race."

"There's no saving you from this path Adam. You can't be saved I think Blake understands that. That's why she never bothered in proving you wrong."

"You speak as if you know her well."

"I do know her well!"

The masked faunus felt anger at his words. The way the archer snapped its like he did knew the cat faunus that well. Was it possible that his former subordinate was in a relationship with this man? Has the archer vigilante developed feelings for her? That was impossible a human and a faunus. He has never heard of such a relationship, many of his kind prefer to share a relationship with the same race. But this will be something different Blake was always kind of a rebel, not to mention she wasn't interested in having a relationship. If it was true then his former subordinate and partner has gone soft since the last time he saw her. No matter how many strikes he landed they weren't getting through the archer's defenses, proof that he has gotten stronger from their last encounter.

"This has taken longer than anticipated" the second in command took a step back sheathing back his sword.

"I don't have time to waste" the Arrow knew this match was taking too long and the rest of the team were probably in trouble fighting Grundy.

Once more Adam's body was glowing red only this time there were rose petals flying everywhere around him. It looked like this next attack was going to be stronger than the last time, that wasn't happening for the green hooded archer. He couldn't let him succeed because getting caught in such attack might result fatal, aura or not. He reached to one of the arrows Ruby made for him, the one she calls the" six shooter" he will use the regular type. He fired the projectile and it was impressive how it quickly divided into six small arrows while the masked faunus stopped his attack and dodged but was caught off guard as the arrows followed him and got stabbed by all six. He went for another arrow and shoot it hitting its mark, the faunus was electrocuted for a moment notice. That was it even with aura it will take him a while recuperate, the fight was over.

"It seems your skills aren't the only thing that has gotten better, but you're arsenal as well."

"It's the benefit for having good talented friends" he smiled thinking of the RWBY leader.

"What are you waiting for? Finish me…."

"I don't take lives Adam. But it's not up to me to take you down, that right belongs to someone else" the archer knew if there was someone to beat the second in command will be Blake remembering she wanted closure with her past and the White Fang.

"…."

"No matter what I say to you, you're not going to listen. You're hell bent in continuing this path to unleash your hatred on the humans. But eventually everyone gets involve including the faunus you preciously want them to live in this world."

"It's predictable you will choose to spare the enemy. A mistake like that can cost you your life."

"You're not my target at the moment" the Arrow replied coldly.

"Hmph…." Adam recovered sheathing back his sword he heard his scroll beeping just in time when he was planning to fall back.

"Another time then. I was given orders to bring back Blake my superior believes her services are still require."

"Tell Abel he's wasting his time. She's not coming back to the White Fang. Blake made the decision on her own and she no longer wants to be associate with you or anyone from your organization."

"You have grown fond of Blake?"

"…..."

"Be wary of your words. They might seal her fate."

The Arrow didn't replied he left the church without giving a glance at the masked faunus. Adam ignored his presence once the vigilante left as he picked up his scroll it was still beeping.

*You took your time picking my call* the voice didn't sounded happy.

"Apologies sir I was in the middle of a confrontation."

*The Arrow?*

"Yes, he has become stronger. It would seem it was necessary to fight him and see his potential."

*And the results are….?*

"He's dangerous he will become a problem when we proceed with Cinder's plan."

*Never mind the Arrow. I still don't trust that woman, what's your report?*

"As your ordered I've been keeping tabs on Cinder, carefully of course. So far she has been proceeding with her plan on schedule, nothing suspicious for the moment…."

*Keep watching her. The second she shows her true intentions I will be the one to eliminate her. All humans are the same, they can't be trusted.*

"As you wish…."

*And Monochrome? Have you asked her to come back to us?*

"That's a complicated situation sir. Blake doesn't seem interested in returning. In addition the Arrow has made it clear she doesn't want to return to our ranks."

*Since when that human has become her caretaker?*

"Apparently since my fight with him. He has shown a lot of concern for her to a point that might show to be...intimate."

*Intimate? How amusing a human and a faunus. We'll see how that last. But anyway I want you to return to Vale. It seems there's a problem in one of our hideouts.*

"Which one?"

*Mt. Glenn...I wasn't given any details due that I lost communication briefly.*

"Shouldn't I call for backup?"

*No I need you in Vale. One hideout that we lose won't make a difference. If we lose the one in Mt. Glenn it will be because of that foolish human Torchwick.*

"Understood."

(Scene change)

The Flash speed through the ruins looking satisfied because he managed to get some good news and some bad news. Good news he was able to catch Grundy's attention away from the rogues so the Mirakuru soldier was after him. Bad news Grundy was really angry and he was hot on his heels, not that he was after than the speedster but still having a Mirakuru powered man after you isn't something you would want. At least he was successful in luring him into a secluded area inside the ruins that was part of his plan. It looked like a big hallway with pillars if Grundy follows him then his plan will work. After witnessing his super healing there was no way any of his attacks or semblance will be able to stop him in his tracks. That's why he thought of this plan not caring if it works or not it was the only thing he had in his disposal at the moment.

"Where is he?" the speedster gazed behind him there was no sign of Grundy anywhere.

"I must have lost him on the way great, I have to get back."

He couldn't be any more wrong Grundy has jumped on the ground creating a crater. The result caused the ruins to shake like it was an earthquake he ripped a pillar in a attempt to hit the speedster but he failed because of his speed. The enraged man started crushing pillar after pillar causing more earthquakes Flash knew that wasn't a good thing. If he keeps at it there will be a cave in trapping him inside and to think that was his plan to take care of the Mirakuru soldier, Grundy found a way to turn his own plan against him. Barry used his speed to leave the hallway just in time as it caved in thinking the Mirakura man was stupid enough to get himself trapped under the rubble. Yet he was proven wrong as Grundy emerged and charged at him with his speed, the speedster countered spinning his arms rapidly. The whirlwind send him flying and to the ground.

"I ran out of ideas, now what should I do?"

Enraged Grundy slammed both of his hands on the ground causing a shock wave after the scarlet vigilante. The attack hit its mark as Flash was on the floor and before he realized it the big man has grabbed him and was ready to crush his neck. His hand was frozen thanks to Snart's cold gun making the Mirakuru man dropped the speedster, the rogues were present. Now it was Barry's turn to be shocked that he was saved by Leonard Snart it didn't made sense, there was no logic in that. Villains saving heroes didn't fit it was the opposite because heroes were good and they safe all kind of people. Needless to say he was thankful the rogue leader saved him when he did, otherwise he would have been dead again. He wasn't planning in dying again and falling everyone especially not to Ruby.

"Your plan backfired" said Snart.

The speedster ran next to the rogue leader not looking happy" if you have a better plan I would love to hear it."

Grundy gave a scream filled with so much anger ready to charge at the three. An arrow was shot on his left shoulder the other gazed seeing the green hooded archer ready to fire another projectile. The Mirakuru soldier gave a glare at the archer the one responsible for the death of his friend and master. Though he was given orders by Slade not to pursue his vendetta against the vigilante he wanted to go through with it, and get justice for brother Blood. The Arrow regrouped with the rest of the team and Flash couldn't be any happier to see him again. The archer noticed the way he was glaring at him there was a lot of hatred in Grundy's eyes. He was familiar with that feeling before from personal experience and others like Slade when he found out he was the reason Shado was killed by Dr. Ivo.

"Glad you could join us" said Snart.

"It's good to see you" said Flash.

"Sorry it took me so long, Adam was no easy opponent."

"Adam….? He's here?" said the speedster.

"Not anymore he fall back. Grundy is our only concern. Everyone, let's give him everything we've got. Together...team ACFH!"

"Arrow!" shouted Grundy pointing at him" you will pay for what you did to brother Blood!"

"Blood….Sebastian Blood" muttered the archer.

"You killed him! I will make you pay!"

"That's it...that's why he's helping the Queen...revenge."

"Looks like he has something against you Oliver" said the rogue leader.

"Believe it or not it makes things easier to beat him."

"Really? How…?" asked the speedster.

"Let me get his attention I will make him follow me. The rest of you keep your distance from him."

"Keep away from him, that's easy I can do that" said Mick.

"Grundy! That's right I killed Sebastian, I'm the one you want. Well I'm right here!"

"What are you doing?" Barry got nervous.

"Just keep your distance and let me handle the rest."

The glare Grundy was giving the hooded archer was enough to send shivers to an entire army and probably kill them off with it. The Arrow ran towards his bike while the rest of the team obeyed keeping their distance from the big man and it worked. The Mirakuru soldier was after him and only focused on him he ran like he has never ran before. Good thing the archer's bike was faster he drove to a specific area in the desert not too far from the ruins. If this works then he might be successful in stopping the super strong man he was near the spot as Grundy jumped over him getting in front of him. The vigilante was shocked stopping the vehicle jumping out of the way as it was crushed by a single punch from the super soldier. The hooded archer felt sorry for the bike he really like the vehicle.

But there was a second where Grundy lowered his guard allowing him to fire one of the six shooter at him. Separating into six projectile they collided with the Mirakuru soldier exploding the impact send him flying, he fell to the hot sand. The rest of the team arrived as they witnessed that the super strength soldier has fallen into a trap. He was now desperately trying to escape a large area filled with quicksand. Grundy struggle in anger using every bit of his super strength to try and escape but even with the Mirakuru running in his veins it wasn't enough as the sand was trying to swallow him alive. He screamed and cursed at the green archer wishing him death dozen of times it was worst when he felt like he deserves this for going after the Arrow. Slade has told him not to hold any vengeance on the vigilante when it was him the one who will have revenge on the archer.

"Quicksand not bad" Flash smiled watching Grundy as he swallowed by the sand.

"I saw it on my way to the ruins. I was expecting Grundy will get so angry that he will be blinded to be aware of his surroundings. It's a good thing it worked."

"Is he dead?" asked Heatwave.

"It's hard to say. I thought he died when an entire building collapsed on him. But its safe to say we might have stop him for the moment."

"I hope so there's no way the police can take him into custody. They will need a super prison to keep him locked up" said the speedster.

"I think there's no prison that can hold Solomon Grundy."

"Mission accomplish then?" asked Snart.

"Yeah I already activated the signal beacon to the bullhead ship to pick us up. Let's head to the rendezvous point."

The group returned to the area where the ship left them. Flash had no problem using his speed while the rogues were on their desert jeep with the Arrow with them. Since the archer lost his bike to Grundy still feeling bad since he has grown fond of the vehicle. A couple of minutes later the bullhead ship arrived it landed on the ground opening its hatch ready to board it. The rogues entered the vehicle while the scarlet speedster noticed his scroll was beeping someone was calling him. The caller id got his attention, because Ruby was the one calling him. It was strange she was calling him remembering team RWBY were going to take a mission and that will be to investigate Mt. Glenn where they believe that was the location to one of the White Fang's hideout. His eyes widened of course she will be calling him if she and her team were in danger.

"Ruby….?"

*Barry! You picked up my call!*

"Of course I will pick it up you're calling me. What is it? Is something wrong?" he got worried Ruby wouldn't be calling him unless it was an emergency.

*You can say that again. My team got a mission and it was to Mt. Glenn but Professor Ozpin wouldn't let us because first year's aren't allowed to take those kinds of missions but he let us unless a professional huntsman were to accompany us so he sent us Professor Oobleck we went to Mt. Glenn hunting some Grimm but then I saw two members of the White Fang thanks to Zwei I fell on a hole saving him I got captured and Torchwick was there, then I was saved as my team came in guns blazing and all of that. After that Torchwick and the rest of the White Fang made a break for it boarding a train and now we're going to follow them….*

The speedster listened carefully since he has gotten used to understand Ruby whenever she will go into" motor mouth mode". So far her team has gotten to a lot and the information was correct of the White Fang using Mt. Glenn as one of their hideouts. Going after them could be dangerous and not that he doubted team RWBY since they were considered among the most talented first year teams in Beacon. Still why was she calling him? It didn't made sense Ruby will waste time in calling him just to tell him the team's progress. He actually had a lot confidence in the team unless something was wrong and they needed help even if Oobleck was with them.

"That's great and all, is everything good?"

*I thought maybe you can lend us a hand, We just got on the train…..*

"Do you know where the train is heading?"

*Nope don't have a clue but Professor Oobleck what's that? A bomb!*

"What do you mean a bomb?" Barry was getting worried.

*Uh oh the White Fang knows we're on the train...Barry you….*

"Ruby what? I can't hear you!" he lowered his scroll realizing the call has been lost.

"That's not good they're in trouble."

"Barry we have to go!" Oliver called the speedster" the pilot says there's a sandstorm heading this way, we need to leave now."

"You guys go. I got a call from Ruby her team found the White Fang hideout and she sound like they could use some help. I'm going to Mt. Glenn."

"You remember the coordinates?" the hooded archer didn't sounded worried knowing his partner wasn't going to back down from aiding team RWBY.

"I do, I'll be there in a second" he ran off not caring about the incoming sandstorm.

"Is he crazy?" Mick said leaving when there was a dangerous storm coming was suicide.

"He knows what he's doing" Oliver went to the ship's cockpit" close the hatch take us back to Vale!"

(Scene change)

(Location: underground railroad Mt. Glenn southeast outside of Vale)

Team RWBY weren't having such a bad day during their mission. They were successful in getting a mission thanks to Ozpin bending the rules a little, like he said. They got a professional huntsman to accompanied them which turned out to be one of their teachers Doctor Oobleck, much to the shocked of the team especially Weiss. They arrived at Mt. Glenn and they were pretty much positive that the abandoned city was been used as a hideout for the White Fang thanks from the information the Schnee heiress gathered from her father's company when she visited the CCT. They found the faunus organization and so far so good everything was going rather smoothly. That is until Torchwick decided to turned tail and leave boarding a train, that's when thing started to get complicated.

Each of the train cart they checked had a special surprise turning out to be a bomb. It was the White's Fang way of wanting to get the team and the teacher off the train. Then members of the faunus group engaged the team in combat to make things worse and they were managing to hold their own with no problem. But things got worse the bombs that were been sent off with the carts exploded destroying part of the underground tunnel and that was bad, the openings became entrance for the Grimm to infiltrate. So they were fighting the White Fang dodging the bombs by jumping from one cart to another and behind them stood a large army of Grimm wanting to tear them to shred. So the mission itself turned into something more than they could handle, at least for a first year team.

Ruby dodged any of the faunus thanks to her developed super speed although she couldn't do it too much because it will drain her of her aura. She couldn't do it like the Flash otherwise she would be a real force to be reckon with. But she had her sister and the rest of her team along with Zwei and Professor Oobleck so they were doing good against all the odds before them. Though she recently called Barry asking for his help knowing he will be able to get here in seconds thanks to his speed, he wasn't the fastest man alive in Remnant for nothing. She stopped herself from blushing this wasn't the time or the place to be daydreaming about Barry not wanting to lose focus, that wasn't the last thing she wanted. The silver eyed girl knew what to do they needed to stop the train in order to stop Torchwick and the White Fang.

"We have to hurry! You three go below and try to stop those bombs!" said Oobleck as Weiss, Yang and Blake gave a nod entering one of the cars with the hatch opened.

"What about us?" asked the silver eyed leader.

"We're going to stop this train!"

"Yeah I know, I said that earlier."

Suddenly Grimm from behind the train were been taken down so quickly by the cause of a red blur. Ruby turned her attention to all the creatures that were been beaten, a smile spread over her lips knowing who was responsible. She felt so happy so much joy calling him did the trick and here he was, she readied Crescent Rose ready to resume the fight. The White Fang started to use strong force as some got on the mechs from the Atlas military the young Rose recognized them as the same model mech she and her team defeated when Torchwick was controlling it. Oobleck took a drink of coffee from his thermos before changing it into its weapon mode he hit Zwei sending the dog in a high speed force that took down one of the Paladins. He took down another one releasing a barrage of fire balls at it.

Ruby aided the professor taking another mech down but there were more coming. Yellow lightning was fired hitting one of the Paladins as a red blur got between the two and the Flash stood there gazing at them with a smile. The silver eyed petite was the first to react giving the speedster a bone crushing hug that almost made him spit his own lungs. Oobleck thought the sight was cute but they were in the middle of a situation and it wasn't the time for any of that, so he cleared his throat to catch both teen's attention. Ruby in return broke the hug giving Flash the necessary time to catch his breath sometimes it made him wonder where the girl gets so much strength. Maybe it was a family thing he knew Qrow was strong, Tai Yang is also strong and Yang, there was no argument after seeing what the blond brawler can do.

"Ruby! You go on ahead!"

"But-"

"He can take care of himself" followed Flash.

"Don't worry I'm going to teach them a lesson. Mr. Allen my boy stay with her!"

Zwei whined watching the teacher no doubt he has grown fond of him.

"Go" Ruby smiled as the dog wag its tail and ran after him.

"I thought you guys had the situation under control. This hardly looks under control" the speedster felt like teasing her.

"Hey, we've done enough and everything that we could do" she pouted.

Soon the rest of team RWBY emerged from one of the cart's hatch. The girls noticed the speedster and we're glad to see one of the vigilante here. Though it wasn't missed by Barry that Blake was looking around expecting to see the Arrow.

"Glad you could join us Barry" Yang grinned at him.

"Oliver and the others went back to Beacon" he explained and saw Blake giving a nod though she hid her disappointment she was looking forward to fight side by side with the green hooded archer.

"Dead end!" Ruby panicked seeing the end of the line for the railroad track.

"Now what do we do?" followed her blond sister.

Before Flash could say anything Weiss reacted with a grin slamming Myrtenaster on the ground creating three layers of ice covering the entire group. It was enough to protect them from the collision with the steel gate. A loud sound was heard as the high speed train crashed with the gate destroying it and the iceberg moved forward with such force that it was crushed releasing the female team along with the speedster vigilante. The Flash slowly opened his eyes and saw Ruby trying to get up as well as the rest of the others. The scarlet speedster went to the petite's aid helping her and she smiled at in return, yeah she made a good call in calling him for help. He followed with helping the other girls before they turned before them and gasped at the sight. The thing behind the dead end gate, it was truly ironic.

Who would have thought that the train was heading towards Vale. They were in the middle of the city square with a decent crowd of people present. At least they made it home safe with the mission completed. They were able to stop the White Fang and Torchwick and any plan they were copping. However there were bad news to the results of the mission and Flash was the first to realize it. He remembered how many Grimm he defeated when he arrived to the underground tunnel thinking that was all of them. But the bomb released with the train carts were too many and they have caused a large amount of opening for the creatures of darkness to gain access. The numbers were crazy that even he couldn't do so with the gate opened thanks to the train, the Grimm now has entry to the city of Vale. Or in general they now have easy access to the four kingdoms.

Unfortunately for the speedster he was right as the first Grimm to make an appearance was a King Taijitu enough for the people to start panicking and screaming. They were all running for their lives, shortly a large pack of beowulves arrived with the same amount of Ursai and even a couple of Nevermore. The mission to find one of the White Fang's hideout turned out to be a nightmare for the citizens of Vale. Now it was infested with the creatures of Grimm team RWBY felt bad for themselves knowing this whole thing was basically their fault. It was their mission that made this happened so they were taking the blame for this, so obviously they were going to take responsibility for it. The team followed with the speedster went to the middle of the square facing the Grimm army the numbers were definitely against them.

"Can you guys fight in your current condition?" asked the Flash.

"I think so" replied Ruby.

"Same here" followed Yang.

"We don't have a choice. We can't let these Grimm roam around the city" said Weiss.

"Right this is our responsibility" said the raven haired faunus.

"I know what to do. I will charge you guys up" he smiled getting the silver eyed petite's attention.

"What?" blinked the blond brawler.

"Barry's other ability from his semblance he can increase aura and that also includes semblance and attack power" said the team leader.

"I call it aura charge" said the speedster with a cocky grin.

"Aura charge? It does have a nice ring to it" Yang smiled.

"Well what are you waiting for? Whatever you do, just do it!" the Schnee heiress dodged an attack from a beowulf.

Flash smirked touching Ruby and Weiss's hand passing the red lightning into their bodies. Both girls were in awe feeling the volume of their aura increased by levels they never thought it was possible. Of course the scythe petite remembered the feeling the first time Barry charged her up and still the feeling was amazing. As soon as he was done he went to touch Blake and Yang's hands doing the same thing he did with the other two. Both had the same expression feeling their aura increased, neither has felt such power before. The results was that both four members of RWBY were surrounded by their temporary increased aura, as their bodies showed the color of it. Ruby was red, Weiss was white, Yang yellow and Blake was black. Flash smiled at his work he was about to collapse when a red and black blur caught him just in time.

"I got you!" smiled Ruby.

"T...thanks" the speedster gave a weak smile gazing at the girls.

"I only increased their aura to twenty percent and I feel tire. I guess using the red lightning on more than one person can be exhausting."

"Team RWBY, let's kick some butt!" said the scythe wielder.

Ruby moved faster than usual taking down beowulves with Crescent Rose she was able to fire her weapon in rifle mode faster too. Weiss aided casting various glyphs and to her surprise they were bigger than their usual size. In addition the glyphs were shooting large pieces of ice making it an icicle rain on the coming Grimm the Schnee heiress was liking this power up. Blake sliced an Ursai and activated her semblance only to be shocked seeing two perfect copies of herself next to her. It was like her clone ability has been upgraded to perfection, the clones gave her a nod ready to fight by her side. A grin was formed on her lips charging at the Ursai with her clones. Yang was punching any Grimm that was in her way she couldn't believe how strong she was, one punch was enough to send a Grimm flying.

"This is great!" team RWBY thought in unison.

It didn't matter if the aura charge wears off because reinforcements arrived. Team JNPR shortly arrived after Nora pounded a King Taijitu with her hammer. Jaune lead his team to where they were more Grimm wanting to lower the numbers around team RWBY. The team leader showed his new developed fighting skills from his training with Oliver and Pyrrha and the red head champion aided him teaming up. Ren and Nora did the same showing how strong was their teamwork. Even if they had everything under control more Grimm were entering the city just as Sun and Neptune arrived showing their junior detective badges. Their thunder was stolen by the arrival of the large ships from the Atlas military under the command of General Ironwood. The Grimm were being eradicated within minutes with the impressive fire power of the military air fleet along with releasing its soldiers now the tide has been turned in their favors.

Not too far from the city square Cinder gave an order to Emerald and Mercury to aid everyone fighting the Grimm. Mercury his powerful kicks as Emerald unsheathed her twin pistols before changing them to a pair of mini scythes attached to a chain. The amber eyed woman stood staring before she left she didn't plan to be part of the fighting. From the hole caused by the train crashed emerged Zwei and a Paladin been piloted by Oobleck and more reinforcements arrived to aid the huntsman and huntresses as two bullhead ship made their way to the square.

One belong to second year team CFVY along with professor Port. Yatsuhashi took down six beowulves with one swung from his long sword, Fox did the same with his skills and semblance, Velvet was about to use her weapon but Coco stopped her not wanting her to waste ammo. The leader volunteered to fight for her after taking a couple of Ursai she followed with opening her purse revealing her mini gun and killing a dozen Grimm including a Nevermore. Proving to everyone they weren't a more experienced team in Beacon for nothing.

The second ship belongs to the rest of the members of team ACFH. The Arrow lead the rogues towards the battle. Snart and Mick fired their weapons burning and freezing any Grimm in their sight. The green hooded archer did the same firing arrows and using explosive ones to the creatures that were in larger groups. He turned to see team RWBY were having some trouble since the aura charge has wear off, but the Grimm's numbers were still big. His eyes fell on Blake the raven haired faunus did great finishing another Ursai but there was a Boarbatusk behind her ready to use its rolling attack. He fired a regular projectile hitting the boar-like creature right between its eyes killing it.

"Need a hand?"

The cat faunus gave him a smile with a nod not having a problem teaming up with the archer. Learning about each others move from sparring so many times they managed to make a pretty good team. Truthfully Blake was expecting to fight alongside the Arrow having him by her side made her feel stronger and that she can do anything knowing he'll be watching her back. Together they took more of the Grimm than she did with the rest of her teammates, not that she was complaining because team RWBY was doing good too.

Yang punched another Grimm having a real blast with the invasion. This was the kind of thrill she was looking for wishing Vale would get attack by Grimm more. Even if the aura charged wore off she was still strong and willing to fight not caring about losing the power boost. She kicked a beowulf and followed to use her gauntlets to shoot down an Ursai, one of them went behind her charging but it was caught on fire. The blond brawler gave a grin spotting Mick with his heat gun removing the goggles the rogue looked unhappy.

"It's not nice not to invite me to the party."

"You're invited!" she smirked.

"How do you like your Grimm?"

"Well done."

The pyromaniac gave a grin shooting his gun burning two more beowulves making Yang whistled at the sight.

"A little too well done and toasty eh toasty? Get it...eh even I know that was lame."

"Boo!" came Nora's replied from the far distance making Yang glared at the girl.

"Not that lame I still enjoyed it" he chuckled.

The blond laughed lending a hand to the rogue. Between her punches and his heat gun they were starting to become a tough fiery team. Needless to say that both were having a blast and it was probably the best thing they have experienced since they joined Beacon. Another thing added that once more they were enjoying each others company as they fight side by side.

Weiss froze another Grimm and slashed another with her dust rapier. The Schnee heiress was in an intense battle with the creatures trying to surround her believing they can have the advantage over her. They were so wrong apparently they didn't know who they were fighting, they were going to regret it. She swung her weapon rapidly stabbing more Ursai and the rest of the big pack, she followed with casting multiple glyphs moving from one to another attacking the Grimm in the air. Thing have become busy as she has separated with her teammates and while everyone was still fighting the horde infesting the city.

The white haired heiress has forgotten to check her back when an Ursai lunged at her about to rip her with its sharp claws. The creature was suddenly frozen catching the girl's attention she glared knowing who was responsible. Snart pointed his cold gun lifting his goggles to stare into the eyes of the icy heiress, her glare was brief but she still didn't trusted him. The rogue leader gave that cocky grin she hated so much to see but he walked over her as he wanted to watch her back. She will prefer her partner or anyone from his teammates especially when Ruby was looking after Barry who was still worn out from using the aura charge on all four of them.

"You look like you could need some help."

"Help from you? No thank you."

"Not like you have a choice. There are too many Grimm for you to take on" he fired his weapon freezing a beowulf.

"You have no idea how strong I can be. Don't underestimate me!"

"On the contrary I do know how strong you are Colder. Or have you forgotten that we fought?"

"Fine then shut up and help me!"

He chuckled resuming firing the cold gun at the incoming Grimm" you can count on me with watching your back."

"We'll see about that."

With the combine forces of all the huntsman and huntresses along with the teachers of Beacon and assistance from the Atlas military they were able to reduce the Grimm's number. The remaining creatures were taken down by team work from Professor Port and Oobleck as well as Goodwitch who sealed the hole created by the train crash using her abilities. But not before getting Torchwick out of the train because he was unconscious thanks to Blake who fought the criminal while they were on board the transport vehicle. He was arrested again and put into custody by the Atlas military any remaining Grimm that were still in the city were hunted down by the military and eventually they were taken out making Vale safe once more. On another good thing the innocent people were unharmed since the huntsman and huntresses have acted right on time.

After everything was done they regrouped everyone who was part of the fight. Team RWBY, team JNPR, team CFVY and team ACFH along with Oobleck, Port, Goodwitch and an appearance by Ironwood. Everyone was smiling as they have done a good job dispatching the Grimm and preventing any tragedies from happening, like casualties with the civilians. Arrow gave a smile to Blake which she returned and it was the same with Flash and Ruby. Yang and Mick has actually shared a fist bump while Weiss ignored the grin he was giving her, at least she wasn't glaring at him like she usually does. Jaune and Pyrrha smiled at each other and the rest of the team with Nora cheering and Ren giving a soft smile. Team CFVY looked pleased with the results of their work, especially when they have returned from a tough mission hours before the Grimm invasion.

Emerald and Mercury were helping one of the Atlas soldier taking in Torchwick. The professional thief didn't looked happy that he was captured again and that he will be returning to a stinky jail cell.

"Oh I can't believe that you caught me again. You really taught me the error of my ways, hey hey! Watch the hat."

Emerald and Mercury walked over to Ruby smiling at the teen and she smiled back.

"What happened to your team leader?" the Arrow immediately noticed the absence of Milla Heartdrake.

"She went after the Grimm that ran to downtown" replied Mercury.

"That is true. We detected various signatures belonging to Grimm downtown. We sent the rest of our reinforcements to the selected coordinates to eliminate them" said one of the Atlas soldiers.

"Milla volunteered to aid the soldiers in the extermination. She told us to stay here and aid everyone" followed Emerald.

"…." the hooded archer chose to remain quiet but this has made his suspicions grow stronger.

(Scene change)

(Location: bullhead ship docking bay Beacon)

Team RWBY with Zwei were seated on the ledge enjoying the view. After what happened with the Grimm invading the city the team decided to take a break, also with their mission at Mt. Glenn. It made them think how far they have gotten since they were formed at the team ceremony last semester. They found one of the White Fang's hideout they stopped whatever plan Torchwick had on his sleeve, and he was arrested again and they also stopped the Grimm from causing harm in Vale. There were some injuries from civilians but nothing too serious it wasn't the same compare to some of the places like stores and small other buildings where people were having their businesses. All in all it wasn't that bad the city was still standing and all threats were neutralized, because they weren't alone they had everyone from Beacon aiding them.

"Well we did it" said Yang.

"We did it" repeated Blake.

"If we don't get credit for that, I'm going to be seriously disappointed" said the Schnee heiress.

"Weiss a two headed snake literally crushed a bakery. Wouldn't count on it" said the blond brawler.

"Plus, I mean, we didn't solve everything. A lot of people were hurt and we still don't know why they did this or who that mystery girl was" said Ruby.

"Well, not every story has a neat and tidy ending" said the heiress.

"We might not have all the answers, but we do have a lot of dangerous people behind bars. And I think that's something to be proud of" said the raven haired faunus.

"Yeah and if anyone tries something like this again, we'll be there to stop them" said the silver eyed petite.

"Yay...teamwork, camaraderie, go guys, go team all right good job" Yang leaned on the floor resting" so, what now?"

"I'd suggest training for the tournament, but I think we have that covered at this point" said Weiss.

"So then…."

"Time for bed?" asked the scythe wielder.

"Oh please!"

"Absolutely!"

"Looks like I got here at a bad time" Barry arrived with his mask lifted seating next to Ruby.

"Barry are you feeling better now?" said the rosette.

"I am, I just needed some time to regain my aura. At least I learned my lesson not to use aura charge on more than one person" he smiled.

"Everything's all right. Your mission wasn't a complete failure and neither was ours. Torchwick was arrested again that's an accomplishment" Oliver arrived with his hood lifted and without his mask.

"Did you guys found Grundy?" asked Blake.

"We did and it's safe to say we won't be hearing from him for a while."

"You guys beat him?" Yang was shocked.

"Not quite but some quick thinking was enough to stop him."

"What could possibly be enough to stop something like...that thing?!" asked the Schnee heiress.

"Quicksand" replied the speedster.

"That will do" said the blond brawler with a grin.

"So...is he, dead?" asked the cat faunus.

"It's hard to say I won't lift my hopes up. Grundy is very strong and dangerous. He might have survived and escaped that quicksand somehow" said the archer.

"Mission accomplished then!" smiled Ruby while Zwei wagged his tail.

"Arf!"

"Teamwork is really something amazing isn't it?" smiled Barry while the young Rose gave a nod in agreement.

"I will have to disagree with that statement."

The group turned to see the rogues walking their way. Weiss gave a sigh trying not to sound annoyed at the presence of Snart but she failed to keep her patience. She gave a slight glare but something was wrong with the rogue leader he has completely ignored her presence, something she has noticed immediately. It made her wonder what was wrong with him because he will always give his complete attention to her before he gets on her nerves with his comments and his grin. It was the same thing with Mick neither of them looked happy which it can be considered strange. Both rogues have actually went on a mission and they also fought the Grimm that infiltrated the city. That was something they liked or something they would prefer doing over doing crappy chores at Beacon.

"Oh great just when I thought I could finally relax you have to show up" Weiss frowned but the rogue leader ignored her something she caught up immediately.

"What is it Snart?" Barry did noticed their unhappy expressions.

"You can start by explaining to us why you two have your aura unlocked and a semblance?" said Heat.

Both vigilante looked at each other while team RWBY was confused. Because they have thought the two heroes have told them about that detail.

"Excuse me?" Oliver didn't understood his question.

"We're not happy that Barry and you chose to keep that a secret from us" said Cold before giving a grin" you thought we wouldn't notice? Well Mick would never have realized but I did. So care to explain to us why you chose to keep it a secret?"

"I don't see a reason why we should tell you two" said the speedster.

"What Barry's saying is we don't have to tell you anything. There's no need to say anything to you two" followed the archer.

"Why the hell is that?" glared the pyromaniac.

"Because…."

"I will finish it for you Oliver. Mick and I are criminals nothing but scum who don't deserve to have the slightest of attention. Just garbage ready to be picked and throw away."

"Well since you put it that way...yes."

"You're really giving us a reason to hate your guts" Mick gave another glare to both vigilantes.

"That's because you two brought this upon yourselves. You rogues chose to be criminals and be treated as low lives to society. Therefore me and Barry have absolutely no reason to trust you or treat you as teammates. We can only see you as the criminals that you are."

Team RWBY was getting nervous and worried at the sight before them. They could literally feel the tension building up around the members of team ACFH. Snart was keeping a cool demeanor but he was pretty much upset with the vigilantes treatment over him and his partner. It was a complete different story with Mick who was vivid and glaring at the two. Barry was serious but he was agreeing with the archer proving that neither of the rogues could be trusted and be seen as equal. The team of huntresses felt like they should go and let them be alone among the girls Ruby didn't like what she was seeing. A team shouldn't be arguing like this or they shouldn't be hating each other. They were supposed to care and trust in each other, teamwork was the key to victory. But nothing good was coming from this.

"Uh guys...why don't we calm-"

"Let them talk it out" Weiss stopped her partner from saying another word.

"Man and I thought Ruby and Weiss got to a bad start" muttered Yang remembering the first day at Beacon her sister had a bad luck in getting to the bad side of the Schnee heiress.

Blake kept her gaze on the four team members especially on the leader since he seemed to have lost all his patience.

"You see this is why we can't never see eye to eye. We are trying to our best to be seen as" good people" but you and Barry are the ones giving us a hard time fitting in" said Snart.

"I find it hard to believe you two want to fit in, or change for that matter" said the speedster.

"How the hell are we suppose to do that when you're not cutting us some slack?!" said Heat.

"Because we believe you and Snart will never change! Those who have been criminals almost their entire lives don't change so easily or even make an attempt to change" said Oliver.

"You said it like you know us so well" replied Cold.

"Actually I do. You see when we were still living on Earth Barry gave me yours and Mick's criminal files from the CCPD records."

"What's the CCPD?" muttered Ruby to her older sister who only shrugged her shoulders not having a clue.

"Central City Police Department" Blake muttered back putting two on two together.

"Oh…."

"Mick Rory orphan at early childhood, set the Central city orphanage on fire when he was only seven years old. Charges for theft and murdered by severe burn marks to the victims were filed when he was eighteen. At age twenty three he set the Central city oil refinery on fire which caused the great wildfire of 2009. Want me to continue?"

When Oliver saw the pyromaniac glaring at him but chose to be quiet he went for the next member of the rogues" Leonard Snart arrested under the charges of theft, kidnapping and even torture. Stole over three point five million dollars from Central city first national bank which was considered as" the great national heist of Central". Also son of notorious criminal Lewis Snart who has been convicted for charges, of theft, kidnapping, torture and murder and he's currently serving a life sentence at Iron Heights."

It took every bit of strength on Cold not to punch the archer square in the face. How dare he mentioned the name of his father the man he hates so much. There was no one on Earth or in Remnant in which he has so much hatred than his very old man. Just hearing his name brought painful memories from his childhood to most recent ones he could still hear the screams of his sister as she was tormented by him. How much she has suffered because of him? Just because he messed with her it was enough reason for him to hate Lewis. Barry stood quiet knowing the information was accurate since he was the one who read their criminal files in the CCPD. However the ones who were shocked at the information was none other than team RWBY. Now it was hard to keep a straight face when looking at the rogues.

Ruby knew they weren't good guys but just hearing their crime charges was enough to make her distrust them. Still the fact both rogues have been helping them against the Grimm gave her a small hope that maybe they can change. Yang was in deep thought she knew Mick was bad to the bone but this was a whole new level of "bad". But deep inside she wanted to trust the pyromaniac and just because it looked hopeless she wasn't planning in giving up on him. Blake was in position to say anything since she was a member of the White Fang and she has done some nasty things while she was in the faunus group. She was a criminal and she understood what they were going through. Weiss was the only one who didn't know what to think she only kept her gaze on the rogue leader.

"You guys have to understand it's not easy for us to trust you and consider you our allies. Everything Oliver read on those files along with the collars you guys are wearing gives us plenty of reason not to" said the speedster.

"I should add that this team isn't official. Ozpin forced us into one, that's something I'm still arguing with him. Not his best decision so far" said the archer.

"Well if the headmaster made you guys into a team, then you guys are a team."

Everyone turned to the source of the voice which it was Ruby Rose. The silver eyed petite was all serious something which was very unusual to see and it was hard to notice, but she was upset. She couldn't stand watching them arguing and getting angry with each other and she wasn't the only one in this, both Yang and Blake gave a nod agreeing with their leader. Weiss was still quiet and in thought it was still unclear if she agrees with her partner. The rogues and the vigilante have blinked not expecting the red cloak girl to speak with such serious tone. The was only one time Barry and Oliver has heard her speak like this it was when team RWBY got their first mission rescuing the school bus full of children from falling off the bridge. They know whenever she got like this they needed to be careful and Yang was grinning feeling proud of her little sister.

"Okay I have had enough of you guys" she crossed her arms yeah she was serious" Barry Oliver your both right, I mean Snart and Mick are bad guys, crooks, meanies whatever. But you guys are been unfair to them."

"Unfair….?" the archer blinked didn't know what she was talking about.

"Yeah you guys are been so awfully mean. You guys are heroes, you shouldn't be behaving that way. Like Mick said you're not cutting them some slack" said Yang.

"Have you guys thought of giving them one chance?" said the silver eyed petite.

"I know it's not easy to start trusting people like them, people like me" Blake was staring at the archer" but don't you think they at least deserve a second chance?"

Oliver knew what she was talking about. When he found out about the cat faunus past he didn't trusted her he only saw her as another member of the White Fang and someone he needed to stop and put into custody. But he regretted thinking that way of her when he has come to see her as an ally, a great companion and an amazing girlfriend. She was among the close people he would trust with his life. Barry stood in thought and Ruby's words were true hitting the nail on the head. He and his partner were been unfair and mean to the rogues even if they were criminals they at least deserve a second chance to be trusted as teammates. As for the rogues to say Snart and Mick were in awe was an understatement, both were shocked with their mouths wide open. To think team RWBY were supporting them when they just heard about their criminal record.

Well everyone except Weiss who was still silent in deep thought. She has taken a couple of glances at the rogue leader but her expression remained. It was hard to believe the rest of her teammate were been so supportive to the two criminals. They weren't huntsman or vigilante they were just thieves, people that steal and break the law. But Blake's words hold truth in them no matter how bad or the things they've done in the past they deserve a second chance. Or at least the benefit of the doubt even if it was hard to trust the rogues, especially if it was Leonard Snart.

"What the heck is going on?" Mick whispered to his partner not believing what he was hearing.

"They're supporting us" Cold sounded shocked.

"No way…that can't be real."

"Better believe it partner."

"Oliver...they're right. I know that we sound unfair and it doesn't feel right. But I think...I hate to say it but we should try and give them a chance."

"Yeah and didn't Professor Ozpin said they were going through a rehabilitation program?" asked Yang.

"Which I'm still questioning if its really" rehabilitation" what he meant" replied the archer before giving a sigh" okay, I'm willing to give them a chance if Barry agrees with the idea."

"Hey I'm good with it. We're suppose to be the good guys, forget and forgive is also part of the job."

"I don't know about those two but all right. You two will get your chance, and we can start right now."

"Right now?" blinked Barry.

"Snart, Mick if you can give us any leads or any valuable information that can tell us the whereabouts of the Queen or evidence of her identity...then it will be a start for us to trust you."

"…..."

"Can you give us that information?"

"Hey that's not fair. They wouldn't know anything about that" said Ruby.

"Fine. How about information about the intruder at the CCT? Do you know who was that woman?"

"…."

Both rogues were silent after all those questions were said. Mick was trying hard not to spill the beans he was associate with Snart since the rogue leader has told him everything. The alliance with the Queen aiding her with information in exchange for removing their collars. Cold however was cool and calm as usual he only gazed at the vigilantes with a thoughtful expression, pretending he didn't know anything. Now he could care less about gaining their trust as long as Cinder keeps her end of the bargian removing the collars, that was all that mattered to him. Freedom over everything else but then his eyes traveled to Weiss who stared back at him, their eyes met briefly. He didn't know why he couldn't keep staring at those aqua orbs for too long and for reasons unknown he was asking himself if that was really all that mattered to him?

"I don't know anything about the Queen, neither of us don't know. In fact you and Barry haven't told us any of the information you have gathered regarding her. We're both lost in the subject" said Cold.

"They have a point" replied the speedster.

"Then you guys have a long way to go if you want us to start trusting you."

"Oliver that's not-" started the silver eyed leader before she was stopped by her partner.

"Forget it Ruby there's no convincing him, let it go" said the Schnee heiress.

"Barry?" she turned to the speedster.

"I...I really don't know. I want to trust them but...its hard. You probably know when you saw through my memories but I can't trust Snart not after what he did. I once trusted him and he repaid me stabbing me in the back. But you already know that" he turned to the rogue leader.

"Nothing personal it was just business. I saw an opportunity and I took it. Helping those meta-humans escape in return that they will own me a favor in the future was a business worth negotiating."

"Is that how you expect to be with your teammates?!" Weiss has suddenly snapped" to gain their trust through some kind of favor, what favor would that be? To remove those collars in exchange for your cooperation?"

The rogue leader wanted to laugh at the irony of her words she had no idea how right she is. But instead he chose to stay silent with no words to answer her questions.

"Unbelievable I think Oliver is right not to trust you, both of you" the heiress gave a quick glance at Mick.

"And that is why I don't see this team working. It all has to be a favor for you Snart that's not how teamwork works, that's not what its all about. Until those issues aren't solve there is no future for team ACFH" Oliver turned to leave.

"Wait Oliver!" Barry followed.

"Well guess that's that. We tried and it didn't work out, sorry Mick" said Yang.

"No problem I'm surprised you took our side. But thanks anyway."

Weiss gave one last glance at Snart before leaving. Shortly both rogues left as well leaving three members of RWBY.

"We better get to our dorm, I'm really tire. I hope things get better for the team" said Ruby.

"Every team has their ups and down. But this is different both Oliver and Snart are wrong. They're both being stubborn not wanting to admit their faults" said Yang.

"I guess, we did had our problems in the beginning. Weiss not accepting me as leader thinking she was more fitted for the role and the situation with you. But we accepted you as our friend and part of this team not caring you were a faunus" smiled the red cloak petite.

Blake gave a nod thinking if there was a way to talk to the archer without upsetting him with the topic. But she had a feeling that was impossible and it was the same thing with Ruby. She wanted to help Barry accept the rogues too and it was true she did saw the memory of Snart betraying the speedster when he was supposed to help him get the meta-humans that were imprisoned at Star Labs to board a plane that was heading to Lian Yu the island where Oliver spend five years. Yang was in the same boat the blond stood in deep thought if there was a way to help Mick become a better person so he can be accepted in the team. Suddenly she thought of something that might be helpful, but she couldn't do it alone. A grin was formed on her lips thinking of the perfect person to help her.

"Oliver!" Barry called to the archer vigilante as he stopped at the entrance to the academy.

"If its about the rogues I don't want to talk about it."

"It's not. Remember when you said checking the school's surveillance system when Milla left to get her dress for the dance?"

"What did you see?" the archer was now interested wanting to know.

The speedster took his scroll and open it showing the file footage from the system coming from the dorm's hallway.

"See for yourself."

The archer vigilante gazed at the footage from the device checking the time. The footage was exactly from the dorms where the guest team from Haven were staying at. So far there was no one leaving so he waited patiently and the speedster used the fast forward option to speed things up and as the hour was changing it was starting to made Oliver wonder. As Barry resumed with fast forward there was nobody leaving the dorm its like there wasn't anybody in the room.

"Where is she?"

"I don't know. She said she needed to return the dress because the one she originally ordered wasn't her size. Now that I think about it, its strange for something like that to happen. Everyone else ordered their dress on time and they have try them on making sure it fits them."

"I'm starting to think she didn't went to the department store at all."

"Then she didn't left the dorm."

"I think she did left it…."

"But how would she left? If she didn't left through the door where…." the speedster's eyes widened" she wouldn't…."

"That she left through the window? I think so."

"But why would she go through the window? Its not the appropriate way to leave for a department store."

"Barry she didn't left to the department store. She left through the window and reach the school's roof, that's the best way to avoid detection because there aren't any surveillance cameras there. Using the roof as her route she will reach the CCT building in no time."

"Okay that makes sense but there are still things that aren't adding up. Milla arrived to the dance with a dress you can't expect she went through the window wearing the dress, I doubt she'll be able to run through the roof on heels or with a dress for the matter."

"She was probably wearing something else and she brought the dress along for the ride. Either way this is a strong piece of evidence that Milla Heartdrake is the Queen."

"Yeah but we still need more before we can tell Ozpin."

"Still this shows that my suspicions are right. We have to keep an eye on her and I think I know where I can find someone who can gather more information on Milla."

"Who do you have in mind?"

"The only person I know who is even better at information gathering than myself. As Ozpin calls him" a dusty old crow"." Oliver gave a smile.

Neither of the vigilantes noticed Snart hiding in a corner of the academy building he has listened to the whole conversation.

(Scene change)

(Location: Town square Vale)

Cinder, Emerald and Mercury stood on top of one of the buildings with a clear view of the city's square. The amber eyed woman was pleased with the results of today's incident, though it was something that she didn't had panned she was glad it happened. It was perfect because she was able to witnessed first hand what the future huntsman and huntresses are capable of in case there's a Grimm attack in the city. She grinned because this attack is nothing compared to what she has in stored for the people of Vale it will be a complete invasion where no one will be safe or spare. But this test was only the calm before the storm and for now she will let those from Beacon and the Atlas military to enjoy their little victory while they still can. Because it wasn't going to last for too long this was one step towards making her plan a reality.

"All in all I call today a success."

"Those stupid kids sure made a mess of things" said Emerald.

"Yeah, a lot of the faunus didn't make it out of those tunnels. You think the White Fang will still listen to us?" asked Mercury.

"No, but they will listen to me."

"Adam you're back. I don't see Grundy with you, problems I assume?" Cinder smiled.

"I'm not his caretaker. The fool fell on quicksand back at the desert he didn't made it."

"You were supposed to be accompanying him. He was an important piece for the plan" the amber eyed woman didn't sounded happy.

"It doesn't matter whether he's dead or alive we will resume with the operation. I have orders to keep an eye on the Arrow, he has become a thorn on our side."

"And the Flash?"

"The Arrow is the organization's only threat. Do what you like with the Flash."

"Hear that? You can claim dibs on him" the gray haired teen grinned gazing at the woman.

"In due time Mercury. What's important at this moment is in two weeks from now the Vital tournament will commence. All preparations have to be prepare before then understood?"

"You can always count on us" said Emerald.

"Got it" followed Mercury.

Adam heard his scroll beeping he opened accepting the incoming call. The trio watched as the faunus second in command stood quiet. Cinder knew it was Abel calling him, the leader and superior of the White Fang was the only one who knew the number to his scroll. After a few minutes he ended the call closing the device.

"New orders from Abel?"

"It seems the Arrow isn't the only threat…." Adam's tone sounded strange and it was noticed by the amber eyed woman.

"Well duh there's also the Flash" replied the gray haired teen.

"No...my former partner has been added to the list" he thought about Blake.

(Time skip)

(Location: Crow bar downtown Vale)

"Hit me."

The mustache bartender raised an eyebrow at the request but he still obeyed. He poured more of the alcoholic beverage on the empty crystal shot glass before it was drank in one swift movement by the older man. Qrow Branwen enjoyed the drink giving a sigh of satisfaction coming to this bar was among his many hobbies. When he wasn't doing missions or gathering information he will usually come here or do some sightseeing in other cities namely those where the female population was abundant. The professional huntsman told the bartender for another shot making the mustache man to sigh, but he still obeyed. Before he was about to take the drink the television hanging on the right corner where there were many bottles of alcohol was showing a news broadcast. He recognized the news reporter as Lisa Lavender admitting mentally that she was attractive.

*This is Lisa Lavender reporting for the Vale News Network. Just hours ago terror fell on the city as a large army of Grimm invaded the town square. But luckily the huntsmen and huntresses in training from Beacon Academy step up to face the threat. Accompanied by the faculty of teachers along with the Atlas military together they neutralize the evil creatures. In addition they also received assistance from the vigilantes the Arrow and the Flash, it seemed their combine strength was enough to eliminate the great wave of Grimm. In other news notorious criminal Roman Torchwick was arrested again after a train crashed underground creating a hole that became the cause for the Grimm entering the city. Torchwick who escaped months ago from Atlas penitentiary….*

"Turn that off, those are old news to me."

"I don't mind listening to them" the bartender picked the remote and shut down the television, he followed to clean one of the glasses.

Qrow finally drank the shot glass as a smile grew on his features knowing that someone has seated next to him" Oliver Queen what a pleasant surprise. Always happy to have someone who is willing to have a drink with me."

"Unfortunately I didn't came here to have a drink with you Qrow."

"What else have you come here? It's a bar after all" his smiled faded and his tone sounded bore.

"First of all we sure could have use your help earlier when the Grimm invaded Vale."

"No you didn't. You have plenty of help to defend against them. The kids of Beacon, Oz's crew and let's not forget the great General of Atlas with his mighty air fleet" yep Oliver noticed the sarcasm in the last part when he mentioned Ironwood.

"It doesn't matter how many of us were present. As a professional huntsman you should have been there first, do I have to remind you that you have a responsibility to the people of Remnant as your top priority?"

Qrow gave a chuckle in amusement" look at this, I'm getting scolded by an adult trapped in an eighteen year old's body really cute."

"That's not how it is. I'm eighteen in this world but my mind is of an adult and...why am I even bothering with this in the first place? The point is I find it insulting that while everyone was fighting the Grimm to keep the people safe you were here, drinking and getting wasted."

"I'm not wasted kid...at least not yet" he gave a small grin.

"Do your nieces know that you're an alcoholic?"

"Sure they do" he replied coolly.

"What will they say if they ever see you here?"

"They will understand because I'm an adult and I have the right to drink as much as I want."

"An adult….? That's not exactly the way I see it."

The scythe master gave a laugh" bartender give the kid a shot on the rocks!"

"I told you I'm not here to drink."

"You will at least have one drink with me and that's final. It won't kill you so lighten up."

"All right fine give me a drink" the archer vigilante gave up raising his arms in the air.

The bartender arrived settling a glass shot in front of Oliver. He took a sip and he immediately felt the inside of his mouth on fire. He realized he hasn't had any alcohol since arriving at Remnant and that was quite the shocker since he's been in this world for a whole year. The strong alcoholic taste reminding him when he was in Starling city all the parties he's been to when he was still a rich spoiled playboy brat. Back when Tommy was alive and he took him to all those expensive nightclubs, he drank so much alcohol and all the beautiful women he met, so many of them wanted to sleep with him desperately wanting to get into his pants. His expression when he took the sip wasn't missed by Qrow, the huntsman was grinning.

"Out of practice eh?"

"Maybe I'm not in the mood to drink. It might taste good for you, but not for me."

"Have it your way kid" he suddenly turned serious" so what's your reason for coming here?"

The archer gave a sigh relief happy that he has brought the situation at hand" thank you for getting to the point Qrow. I need your help with something."

"I'm listening. Hit me!" he called the bartender for another drink.

Oliver took his scroll opening the device he search for the picture of the person he needed information the most. While he was doing that the bartender returned with another shot for the scythe master and teacher to Ruby.

"I need you to get me all the information you can find on this person. You're Ozpin's main informant I know you're that good. I did my best but it's not enough, you're the only one I can rely with this task."

Qrow saw the picture the archer was showing him from his scroll he suddenly whistled" not bad Oliver, I like your taste in women."

"I'm serious. According to the information her name is Milla Heartdrake, she's a fourth year student from Haven. She has come along with her team to participate in the Vital tournament."

"All right if you already know who she is, why do you need me?" he drank his glass in a quick movement.

"Because obviously that information is fake I highly believe so, even if I don't have the evidence to prove I'm right you will have to trust me on this one. I really believe her name is not Milla Heartdrake, that name is one of the many aliases she has in her disposal."

"Aliases….? What are you talking about?"

"I think...she's the Queen. I also believe she was the one who broke into the CCT building."

Qrow's eyes narrowed at the mentioned of the name giving one of his most serious expressions" that's a serious accusation. You do know if you're wrong I can report you to Oz and he can suspend you from Beacon for false information."

"That's why I need you to investigate her to prove I'm right. I know how much you want to find her, I want to find her too. You already know she has pawns in whatever plan she has in store the White Fang, Adam, Torchwick, Solomon Grundy they all have an important role in her plan. She also has two important members aiding her if we don't do something to stop her Vale and the rest of the kingdoms will be in great danger. Whatever is her plan I have a feeling is something big. Big enough for us to worry for the future of Remnant."

"…..."

"Will you help me Qrow?"

"Does Oz knows about this?"

"He doesn't. I need the right amount of evidence to prove Milla Heartdrake is the Queen before I can tell him. I can't show up to him empty handed."

"All the better reason not to help you" he gave a sigh before giving a grin" okay kid I'm in."

"Thank you and it's Oliver" he smiled.

"If you're wrong about this cutie you can kiss your life goodbye."

"I'm willing to take the risk if it proves my suspicions true."

"Hm…." the scythe master took another glance at the picture of the amber eyed woman.

"What is it?"

"I think I've seen her before. Maybe it's my imagination I have met many beautiful women during my travels."

"Here's to finally exposing the Queen" the archer raised his glass.

"I'll drink to that" Qrow frowned seeing his glass empty" bartender another one!"

"You should know when you have had enough" the mustache man shook his head.

"I'd say when I had enough, now pour me another."

The vigilante laughed as he took the drink. Maybe with Qrow he can finally get to the truth and find out who really is Milla Heartdrake. If he was right then the Queen's days were number. The only thing that was bothering him was her plan since he still didn't had a clue what she was up to. Not to mention he didn't know if Grundy was alive but he had a strong feeling that the Mirakuru soldier was still around and he will return angrier than before.

(Scene change)

(Location: unknown region)

An older man wearing a white lab coat with glasses white bear and white grayish hair was typing in a computer while he was surrounded by laboratory equipment along with many steel barrels that had the bio hazrd symbol on them. He looked exhausted trying so hard to resume whatever he was doing because both his hands and legs were cuffed. The analysis from the machine was showing a large list of the chemicals present he typed different formula and combinations. The sound of a metallic door hissing opened sent chills to his spine he was trembling from the fear hearing footsteps coming from behind him. Next to him stood the man that brought his nightmares since he was brought here. The silver and black armor and the orange mask concealing his face except his cold emotionless dark eyes.

"Any progress?" his cold tone was enough to make the older man trembled again.

"I don't know. I'm been here for who knows how long, I'm tire, I'm hungry and I need rest."

"You already ate and you already slept enough. So cut the excuses before you see me angry."

The man gulped" you gave me rotten meat and I only slept for like twenty minutes that's not enough. I'm a person you can't keep me here like some kind of wild animal."

"You should feel grateful for my courtesy Professor Clint. If you only knew what kind of treatment I give to a wild animal, it makes your situation look like a walk in the park."

"Why do you even need all these chemicals? Many of them are hazardous for the people and the environment. I will not be part in whatever scheme you have in mind."

"You don't have a choice Professor. You refuse to do the work I can be very persuasive in making you change your mind" his tone grew colder if that was possible.

"Please...don't hurt me I have a daughter and a wife. I want to see them again, please let me go."

"If you desire to see your family again then you will continue with this research and obey every word I say."

"But what is it that you want me to do with all these chemicals?"

"Its only something extraordinary Professor. You will create it. Something that will change this world for better or for worse. It will be a new beginning that will welcome the end."

"This chemical is something dangerous I should have known. Whatever it is…." Professor Clint trembled.

"Dangerous….? At first it will be but once its successful it will bring a new era to Remnant."

The older man was scared as the masked man got closer to him. Deathstroke has given a grin behind his mask facing the chemist.

"Feel honored Professor. Because you will be the one to re-create the Mirakuru."

To be continued

-And thus ends volume 2 I hope you folks have enjoyed it as much as I did.

-The hero team name is ACFH (its pronounces "ash" I will like to thank Kamen Rider Chrome for suggesting it to me). I also got another name suggestion from someone else (I forgot the user name) to call it "Falchion" FACH but since the first letter of the team is always the leader I have to go with "ash" because Oliver is the leader not Barry.

-I forgot to add the name of Oliver's new bow in this chapter my bad. I might put it in further chapters.

-Yep Slade wants to create the Mirakuru in Remnant so those who guessed right kudos to you.

-Is Grundy really dead? Nope you can be sure he'll be back soon. Seriously like quicksand will be enough to stop him permanently.

-I want to explain regarding team RWBY's semblance effect because of Flash's aura charge with twenty percent of their aura doubled.

a. Ruby- can reach mach 1 of course running a lot will drain her aura way faster.

b. Weiss- glyphs are amplified and double in size becoming stronger and tougher along with the ability of them shooting dozens of rain icicles. The time glyph wide range area increases meaning it can affect not just one or more person but the surrounding area as well.

c. Blake- can create a total of two solid clones (like the shadow clone jutsu from Naruto).

d. Yang- her physical strength reaches super human levels (in the same level as a Mirakuru soldier but not in the same league as Grundy).

-You're probably wondering what's going to be next in the story. Before going with volume 3 I will add some filler chapters necessary for the story such as the following:

a. Snart and Mick unlocking their aura and semblance. Let's face it people you all knew this was going to happen.

b. More development for Coldcomfort and Blazingheat.

c. A date between Arcos, FlashRose and Blackarrow.

d. A chapter focusing on team CFVY.

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

*DC SPOILERS SECTION

Flash season 2- I have a feeling Wells is going to use that drug to make Zoom go slower on Flash since Zoom has his daughter hostage. And also holy crap next episode Reverse Flash makes a come back how awesome can't wait! Reverse Flash went back to his time looks like he's destine to fight Flash again and I'm going to miss Patty I actually like Batty better than Baris.

Arrow season 4- damn it I want to know who the hell is buried on that grave! I have a very bad feeling about it. I'm happy it's not Felicity but this leaves me to believe that whoever is on that grave it must be a very important character so my choices are Diggle, Thea, Laurel and Captain Lance (I have a feeling its Lance) Darhk will obviously kill him when he finds out he's a spy for the Arrow.

Legends of Tomorrow- OMG! What an amazing first episode I'm totally hooked can't wait for the next episode.

Next time: Cold and Colder