Tales of RWBY: The Defenders of Remnant

by Gravenimage

The watchers make a risky gamble in summoning four heroes from four different worlds in order to protect Remnant from the threat of Salem. When they accept to volunteer without realizing a great cost of having their memories erase regarding their homes. Each of them will learn to live in Remnant as they will slowly learn of their destiny. RWBY/Symphonia/Vesperia/Graces/Xillia.

8. Upholding a Legacy

Disclaimer: I don't own RWBY and the Tales of series they are the rightful property of RoosterTeeth and Namco Bandai.

Italics are thoughts

Bold and Italics are flashbacks

**Communications through scrolls and other devices

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Chapter 8 Upholding a Legacy

(Time skip: two months after the heroes were sent to Remnant)

(Location: Capital city of Atlas kingdom of Atlas Solitas continent Remnant)

It was just another beautiful night in the city where it was mostly populated by the high class. The same class who was ignored of any affairs outside of their kingdom. The city lights shining bright illuminating the long streets, the neon signs always giving that unique look of to expect of such a high tech developed city. Many people walked heading towards their favorite spots, others towards the most popular touristic places.

It was the kind of night life expected in the capital city. Either they will got to a fancy party or go to the most expensive restaurant or any other place that will be just as expensive that will drain anyone's middle class wallet. It can even be considered to be the city that never sleeps, or the city filled with joy with only caring about themselves and how tall they were on the social class.

Through this beautiful evening a lone figure ran passed carefully any of the people that were walking. The young man was in a hurry his attire was different from those of the upper class. It was the uniform that belongs to the Altesian military's Special Operatives Unit and the young man was obviously Hubert Oswell. His attire was similar to his superior Winter Schnee being almost completely white. The only difference from the older Schnee's design were two things.

The chest area was covered by a closed-buttoned long trench coat, the coat was similar to his superior. His boots were colored white with a black emblem that looked like his weapon, the rune dual blade. On the back of his tench coat was the Snow Flake emblem which it was the symbol of the Schnee family. Hubert has thought many times why he was wearing since he wasn't member of the prestigious powerful family. As usual his weapon was strapped on both sides in twin gun mode.

*Oswell do you copy?*

"Loud and clear" he replied through his communicator answering to his superior.

*What's your status?*

"I'm in route to the subway of Aurora East Avenue. If my calculations are correct I should be arriving there shortly, around five minutes."

*Excellent the subway train containing the hostages will be passing in exactly ten minutes. I suggest you make haste. The more time passes the longer the lives of those hostages are in danger.*

"Understood, over and out."

Ever since Winter made him her pupil thing haven't been pretty or nice for Hubert. In the past two months he has experienced one hell of a training regime that he will never forget for the rest of his life. Physical training, morning exercises routine, stealth training, weapon's training, intelligence briefing what the specialist put him through was the training of a military elite.

But he knew how tough and hard the training was going to be after the older Schnee warned him that he will become a member of the Special Operative Unit who were considered the best elite group in the Altesian military.

In those months Winter set him straight and prepared him for the worst. He endured and through so many hardships was able to survived. There were days he would come to his place so exhausted he would just fall on his bed and he would already be sleeping. But he was grateful to the Schnee because he has gotten a bit stronger and smarter than before.

Of course with this new position he obviously quit working at the library. But he prefer this job than handling books any day. Asides that his pay rate was ten times more than working at the library he felt more comfortable working for the military. It almost felt like this was his true calling in life, to do good and protect the people. Huber was himself and felt better with himself having this position and in two months he has done more good than he thought.

The blue haired teen even gained a title, the people has nicknamed him" The Guardian of Atlas". And right now he was in the middle of a mission assigned by his superior. According to the official report members of the anit faunus group Black Fist has kidnapped the faunus mine workers of the Schnee Dust Company and they have apparently taken a subway train. They were planning to leave the city with the group of hostages. His mission was to stop them and rescue the faunus workers.

Hubert took another turn on the turn he was near he knew it. The Specialist reached to his glasses and pressed a small button on the corner. The lens got darker showing a map of the city, his glasses were now a GPS showing him his current location. This was one of the benefits of being a member of the Special Operatives Unit his glasses got an upgrade. He actually had another set of glasses but the ones he was currently wearing were installed with the best technology Atlas has to offered.

Basically he had "everything" in this pair of glasses. The GPS showed the location straight ahead he saw the stairs that leads to the subway station. Hubert removed pressed another button on the left corner of his glasses showing the time he felt relief he still had plenty of time before the subway with the hostages passes. He only needed to stop the train and get the hostages to safety but to do that, he needed to stop the terrorist. The Specialist went to his communicator on his right ear ready to make his report.

"Oswell to Ice Bird come in Ice Bird."

*Ice Bird here. I read you loud and clear Oswell.*

"I made it to the station. I'll be standing by for when the train passes."

*Good work Oswell. The Atlas police and the military are already in position in the next station, the rest is up to you.*

"Understood" he ended the transmission.

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Weiss Schnee was raised in a harsh environment coming from a rich, powerful and prestigious family that was the Schnee family. Mostly how she was raised, mainly by her father because her mother was barely there to support her. Her only support has always been with her older sister Winter and her younger brother Whitley didn't get along that well with both her and the older Schnee.

As if that was enough her life changed when Winter left the family to seek a position in the Altesian military, becoming the person she is today. Originally she was the one who was going to take over their father's business and resume the family name's legacy. After leaving her father Jacques didn't wanted to a know anything regarding her and decided to give the title to the second oldest of his children. She was chosen to become the new heiress and it was a title she was proud of.

But it held such a weight that leave her with any room to grow up as a person. There weren't many times she would leave the manor or talking with anyone, mainly people around her age. It was obvious she would want to go into the city and have some fun or try to socialize with anyone knowing very well the kind of people the citizens of Atlas are. So Weiss asked permission to her father to leave and go to some places.

Jacques gave her permission under one condition she ignored until now. The white haired girl has regretted taking the decision to take the subway to get to her destination after realizing that it got hijacked by terrorist accompanied by faunus hostages. But there weren't just faunus hostages but employees of her father's company. They were the workers on the mines digging up for dust crystals.

The Schnee heiress stood between them faunus workers seated on her knees. Now usually she was never fond of faunus, she didn't trusted them simply as that. Those that were part of the White Fang has caused her family too much grief namely, her father. The family's name has been put to shame as well as the company because of the faunus terrorist group. That is why it was hard for her to trust their kind.

Everyone present were all faunus but they were still workers of the Schnee Dust Company so it wasn't fair that they've been capture by these delinquents. She has also heard about Black Fist they were anti-faunus group if there was one group of people in Remnant that hated the faunus more than anyone, it was them. The white haired girl noticed something was off with the workers they didn't looked good, more like they were sick or something. However the group of Black Fist didn't care what conditions the faunus were in as long as they got their demands.

Black Fist attires are known for wearing a black hockey mask or a black wool mask. Their weaponry was either fire arms like rifles and machine guns, other would use pistols and knives. Weiss knew of their identity she has seen the news plenty of times. Not to mention the way there were treating the faunus like they were complete trash. Even if she didn't trusted them it didn't mean she enjoyed watching them getting beat up or insulted for no apparent reason. Most of the miners were all coughing while others felt dizzy they weren't in a good state of health.

"We sure are lucky" spoke one of the masked terrorist" who would have thought that the one train we took will have the one and only heiress to the Schnee Dust Company, daddy's little girl" he finished with a chuckle.

"What do you want?" glared the young heiress" what are you planning with all these workers?"

"These freaks are only hostages they're only purpose is a ransom. I'm sure your daddy will be able to pay a large sum to see his animals slaves again."

"That's…." Weiss stood in thought it was impossible she knew her father there was no way he will pay a ransom for the miners because basically Jacques Schnee doesn't care about anyone except for himself, his family was the only exception.

"I believe its time to make the call to the president of the company" the leader opened his scroll dialing a number.

"How would you call him?" asked the white haired girl" you don't even know his number."

"I beg to differ we have our ways for getting any kind of information" the leader smiled someone has answered the call" hello am I talking to Jacques Schnee?"

*Who are you? How did you get this number?*

"Father…." Weiss recognized the voice of the head of the Schnee family.

"That doesn't matter, what matters we have some employees of your company under our care. Those freaks that work on your dust mines are here with us and they sure don't look good."

*So you're the terrorists that kidnapped the miners, Black Fist if I'm not mistaken.*

"That's us all right, I didn't know we have become quite famous that even the owner of a powerful company like the Schnee Dust Company has heard of us. But anyway I'll get straight to the point Mr. President. If you want to see your animals again we're willing to negotiate a trade all for the right prize of course. What do you say?"

*If you think I'm going to give you a single lien in exchange for the lives of those faunus then you're sadly mistaken. I will never negotiate with terrorists.*

"But Mr. Schnee you must understand that these are the freaks the dig your precious company product. Surely someone like you should reconsider and realize how valuable are their lives, at least to you because we don't care at all honestly."

*My decision is made I don't negotiate with terrorist. Call someone who would care for their lives.*

"So you don't care about them after all? Okay understandable but how about we move on to the next hostage at our disposal. Let me tell you Mr. Schnee this one, you will definitely be interested in negotiating."

*You're wasting my time now if you'll excuse I'm a busy man this conversation-*

"I would advise not to hang up sir because you see, your daughter's life is at stake."

*What are you talking about!?* Jacques didn't sounded happy one bit.

"We have your daughter with us along with the freaks. The heiress to your multimillion lien company."

*You want me to believe such thing?!*

"Actually no that is why I'm going to put your call on speaker so you can hear her" he grinned pressing the speaker button on the touch scree" say hello to daddy princess."

"Father, don't listen to anything they say!"

*Weiss!? What the hell are you doing there!?* The man sounded so angry.

"Now that you know she's present are we ready to negotiate? We're willing to make the trade with you if you agree. However since this is your daughter and heiress to your company I'm afraid the ransom prize will be a little higher than normal. We know the important of this girl Mr. Schnee and unlike the freaks you used for slaves, you care for her well being and would never let anything happen to her. Am I wrong?"

*...*

"Are you still there Mr. Schnee?" the leader didn't like the long silence.

*Stupid child* he was obviously mad at his daughter how much?

"Glad to know you agree to negotiate this pleases us. Let me discuss the prize with my colleagues and then I will call you back" he grinned hanging up" looks like we'll be getting some pay day after all boys."

Weiss glared at the terrorist she couldn't let this happen. Her father was very upset with her she knew it well he might never forgive her. Even if he allowed her to leave the manor to go into the city with the exception that someone will accompany her as an escort, which she didn't had such. She couldn't allow this to go on the faunus workers and herself they needed to get out of here and fast.

Her icy blue eyes fell on her weapon the dust rapier Myrtenaster she did brought it with her before leaving home. But when she saw the terrorist group holding so many faunus hostages she turned her weapon and surrendered, simply she didn't had a choice. The heiress couldn't let her father pay for her ransom because if he does he will never forgive her. He might even ground her for life to never set foot outside of the manor.

"What can I do?"

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Hubert reached the station just in the right time. That means he had plenty of time to think about his move. It was clear what he needed to do. Obviously the train wasn't going to stop so he will have to board it while its still running. Normally he would be worried for what he was about to do but luckily he was prepared. Winter's training has helped him so there was no need to get concerned. The blue haired teen went to the tracks of the subway and lie down on the ground.

It was important that he was completely on the ground and be ready to when the train comes. The young Specialist was calm with regular breathing thinking the right time and moment. Knowing he won't have a time to get on the train judging from the speed it was going. The sudden caught Hubert's attention the subway train was passing right on time. When it passed he managed to get a hold from underneath.

When boarding the train was a success Hubert kept focus and set his sights in making it to the last cart. The young Specialist reached the last cart and forced the door to opened using his dual blade, since it was tightly shut. Before taking action he needed to see the situation before hand. To see the enemies number's before coming up with a strategy. Also knowing how many hostages there were their safety was his top priority so he couldn't risk charging in head first.

He slowly crossed cart after cart until he spotted the hostages along with the terrorist. The blue eyed teen already got the briefing from Winter that this was the work of the anti faunus group Black Fist. Most likely they would ask for a ransom for the lives of the faunus workers. But the older Schnee knew her father better than anyone and he would never do such a thing as to pay for the lives of his own workers especially if they were faunus.

His blue eyes widened recognizing someone among the hostages he thought he was seeing wrong. But it was true Winter's younger sister Weiss and the heiress of the Schnee Dust Company was also present. The blue haired Specialist stood in thought this wasn't good at all and also it changes everything. Having the heiress as a hostage will definitely make Jacques give ransom money for her safe return.

Personally Hubert didn't like the man even if he hasn't met him yet he only from what his superior told him. No matter how arrogant and selfish he was he will still have some love for his daughter. Now to give the bad news to his superior and he knew she wasn't going to take them well. He knew Winter care for her younger sister a lot even when she didn't show it, but it was right there.

"Ice bird I'm board the subway train. However, the situation has gotten complicated."

*By complicated you mean-*

"They have your sister."

*Weiss is there!?* Winter was obviously shocked at the revelation.

"Yes. This changes everything, Black Fist might have their ransom money after all."

*True which means the faunus miners are no longer valuable to them. You do know what this means Oswell?*

"Indeed."

*Listen up, I don't care what measures you use but I want those hostages and my sister out of there.*

"Copy" Hubert ended the communication ready to take action but he knew charging in was reckless and suicidal, it will also endanger the lives of the faunus and the heiress that was something he couldn't risk.

Pressing the same small button on his glasses showed him a menu as he pick one of the many choices on the menu. The one that said" stealth mode" and suddenly his entire body has vanished. He truly admire Atlas technology and he love being with the Special Operatives Unit because they get the best gadgets available.

"It won't be long now boys" the leader grinned as he touched the chin of the Schnee heiress" depending what your daddy is willing to pay for your pretty little head, you will get to live through this."

"Don't touch me!" she snapped with a hateful glare how she wanted to beat him up and his men if it wasn't because she didn't wanted to risk the lives of the miners" get your filthy hands off me!"

"Check it out boys she's a feisty one" he chuckled along with the group" guess time's up for these freaks. Boys you know what to do."

"Wait, where are you taking me?" Weiss got worried they were taking her away from this passenger cart but when she saw they were pointing their rifles at the faunus her eyes widened in horror knowing exactly what they were going to do.

It made sense. Now that is was confirmed that her father will pay for her safety and not the miners then Black Fist saw no other reason to keep them alive. They hated faunus more than anyone so it was appropriate they will kill them.

"To the front car" the leader answered her question" things are about to get" messy" here and I don't want you getting nightmares because of it."

"No please! Don't hurt them, they haven't done anything wrong."

"Wow" he laughed" get a load of this boys, the heiress of the Schnee Dust Company is actually worried for the lives of these pathetic freaks."

"Who would have thought daddy's little girl would be a freak lover" replied another member.

"These faunus are employees of my father's company, they're important for the business" she pointed out ignoring the freak lover comment.

"I get you princess but here's the truth" the leader grinned" you may feel that way but apparently your daddy doesn't in fact, he could care less what happens to these freaks. They could be dead and he wouldn't care because he can get more freaks to work at his mines. Besides look at them they're all look like sick dogs putting them out of their misery would be a mercy."

Suddenly the white haired girl has ran to the group of hostages making the terrorist to point their weapons at her" I'm not letting you harm them. That is if you want to risk hurting me in the process. You can't have that not unless you want my father to pay you for the ransom."

"Easy princess don't do anything stupid you might regret."

One member was sent to the ground, the another one. The leader gasped and the rest gasped not seeing the one responsible who was attacking them. Weiss stood confused what was going on, the terrorist were getting beaten up by an unknown force. It was invisible like a ghost but that was ridiculous because there's no such thing as ghost.

But the heiress decided to ignore that detail as she saw the terrorist that has taken her weapon downed, this was her chance. She quickly went to pick up Myrtenaster and took her place among the faunus miners willing to protect them from whatever has beaten up the Black Fist group.

"Show yourself! Where are you!?"

"There is no need to panic. I'm an ally."

"Who's there?!" Weiss heard the voice so close to her.

Hubert appeared right next to the Schnee heiress deactivating his stealth mode but the girl was so started that she ended up punching the blue haired teen sending him to the ground. Realizing her mistake the white haired girl offered to help him on his feet. Then she recognized the teen, the boy she saw a couple of months ago fighting her sister. The cute boy who was watching her sing back at the family manor. Weiss noticed he had some blood on his lower lip courtesy of her punch.

"It's you, are you all right?"

"Nothing to get concern with" Hubert felt the blow from the girl she could sure hit" nonetheless it was a good right hook. Anyway I am Hubert Oswell I'm with the Atlas Special Operatives Unit under your sister's orders. I am to rescue you and the hostages."

"If Winter sent you then its okay, count me in" she nodded holding her dust rapier.

"I would appreciate if you stay here with the hostages. I must get to the front cart and stop the train."

"Why not?!" she was obviously not happy.

"As I stated my mission is to rescue you and the hostages. I must ensure that everyone is safe. Anything happens to you then my mission will be a failure and my superior your sister will have my head on a platter. I would prefer to keep my head where it is thank you very much."

"I'm not a damsel in distress I can fight!"

"I would hardly call you one. I am aware of your training Weiss but this is a dangerous situation. I need to focus to make sure this mission is a success."

"If you want to succeed then let me help you. You will let me fight or so help me I will tell Winter you tried to take advantage of me."

"I beg your pardon!" Hubert was blushing" you wouldn't dare to give a false statement to my superior."

"Just try me" the frowned she was giving was so defiant though she didn't minded staring into those beautiful blue eyes of him.

The young Specialist didn't know what to do in fact, he was impressed by Weiss's stubbornness. Yes she was attractive but she had that authoritative nature just like her older sister. Why in Atlas was he feeling this way? He barely knew a thing about her aside she was his superior's younger sister and he felt...No he erased those thoughts.

As beautiful as she was she definitely could use an attitude adjustment. But allowing her to help him will make Winter unhappy what other choice did he have? Either is letting her help or she will tell her sister or this wretched lie that he did such inappropriate thing to her. Hubert calmed down he didn't had time for this, his mission was all that matters.

"Very well but you have to do everything I say, are we clear?"

Weiss only replied with a nod though she didn't like it. It will have to do since he accepted her help. This will be her chance to test everything she has learn during her training. This was her first time in a real fight she was determine to leave an impression and not screw up. To prove she has what it takes and prove to her family. Most of all she wanted to prove the person next to her she can look after herself and that she can be a valuable ally.

It wasn't to the point of showing off or anything like that but she did wanted to impress him, it was still a mystery why. She was present during his fight with her sister and he has shown great skills, she was impressed by his performance. The Schnee heiress never noticed her cheeks getting red as she took a quick glance at the blue haired teen holding his weapon ready for a fight.

"Boss what's going on?!"

Hubert gasped it was just as he thought. There more Black Fist members ahead. The one in charge of the group wasn't stupid he has reserved another group probably to guard the front cart. The group has entered the cart watching the intruders along with the downed members and their boss.

"What the-They took out the boss get them!"

"Takes cover!" the blue haired Specialist tried to protect the Schnee heiress.

(Music: Cold Wind Flash from the Tales of Graces soundtrack)

They fired their rifles but Weiss acted first casting a glyph as a shield to block their heavy fire. Hubert took the chance when their weapons were out of ammo once the glyph vanished. Switching to twin pistol mode he fired flare shot and scarlet salvo. But he got help as the Schnee heiress charged using quick attacks with her rapier, they were all beaten without breaking a sweat.

The blue haired teen stood impressed by her performance it seems she wasn't exaggerating about being a capable fighter. Once she was done Weiss turned to him giving him the obvious look that she did a good job. In return he adjusted his glasses and tried not to blushed it was obvious she will be as skilled as her older sister.

(Music end)

"Well done, as expected of a Schnee" he complimented her and she kept an expression that showed pride.

"Is everyone all right?" Weiss decided to check on the faunus miners they weren't harmed but they were still looking sick" what is wrong with them?"

"Perhaps it must be the working conditions or to put it simply they're sicked. Working in the dust mines for long periods of time causes both internal and external damages to the body whether they're human or faunus."

The heiress stood shocked at the revelation if that was true than these faunus lives were in danger. She knew her father was harsh and strict but to keep the miners working for too long and if this were the consequences for his actions. Then it hit her did her father knew of this? Was he aware that this would happen to anyone who works on the mines?Weiss didn't trusted the faunus due to the constant war her family has had with the terrorist group the White Fang but these faunus were workers, employees of the Schnee Dust Company. They didn't deserve this.

"We can worry about their condition later. What's important right now is to stop the train. We should be arriving at the next station in a couple of minutes that's where the police and the Altesian army is stationed" he gave a sigh looking at the white haired girl" you might get upset with me but I need you to stay here while I stop the train, understood?"

Weiss wanted to protest of course she wanted to accompany him. She watched him taking a couple of handcuffs from his trench coat pocket. But he didn't had enough for all the terrorist, he did however cuffed the leader.

"I understand you're not pleased with my decision. But its important that you remain here look at the hostages in case if they wake up. Right now stopping the train in my priority."

"Fine but if you take too long I will follow you."

"It won't take too long to pull the breaks on the train."

"Assuming there aren't anymore terrorists on board."

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Hubert left the cart with the passengers he trusted Weiss will handle things while he was gone. As he said it will be easy to stop the train but he was pretty sure there were more Black Fist members on board. Especially, there will be waiting for him at the front cart where the conductor stood. If he was right most likely they were threatening the conductor to keep going until reaching their destination. After crossing two carts he reached the front cart and his assumptions were correct after all.

There was one terrorist pointing his gun to the conductor though the young Specialist wasn't expecting only one. The masked man hasn't seen him yet and that was good for Hubert knowing he has the element of surprise by his side. In a quick movement the blue haired teen opened the door to the cart and quickly attacked the terrorist taking him out with little effort.

"Are you all right?" he asked to the conductor.

"Thank goodness you saved me" said the panicked man" you have to do something. They're insane they planted a bomb on the controls. They said if I stop the train the bomb will automatically go off."

Hubert checked the controls and there it stood. The bomb wasn't that big but taking a closer look it was indeed attached to the mechanism that controls that subway train. Luckily he noticed the bomb wasn't activated yet giving him infinite time to remove it.

"Get to safety. Go to the cart where everyone is. Be wary the terrorist might be getting back up."

"Then I'll make sure they stay down" the conductor was holding a wrench giving a grin.

"That will do" the young Specialist gave a chuckle as the man left the cart.

Adjusting his glasses the teen has taken a small box from one of the pockets of his uniform. As a Specialist and member of the Atlas Special Operatives Unit he had a large number of high tech gizmos and gadgets at his disposal. Opening the box there was a variety of small tools he will need to disarm the bomb.

Looks like he will have to thank Winter again for giving him those briefing lessons when it comes to disarming explosives. Hubert managed to opened the device he needed to cut the right cable that was holding the bomb to the controls. The teen seemed to have successfully disarm it at least that's what he thought. The bomb has been activated and it had a countdown of five minutes.

"Oh dear...I seem to have activate it instead of removing it. We can't expect everything will go according to plan."

"Ice Bird do you copy?"

*I read you loud and clear Oswell. What's your status?*

"I have infiltrated the train and has stopped the terrorist. The hostages are safe and sound as well as your sister. I'm at the front cart I was about to stop the train however, I have underestimated Black Fist's thinking. They have planted a bomb on the controls attach to it. The bomb will automatically go off if the train stops I went with removing it...But a miscalculation has caused the bomb to be activate and right now we have less than five minutes before it goes off."

*I don't suppose removing it is a wise course of action?*

"I'm afraid is not that easy. The bomb will surely go off if I remove it by force."

"I see you're in quite a bind Oswell but not to worry. I know of a way of stopping the bomb but in order to do that you will need my sister's help.*

"Why her? Not that I'm doubting her abilities. I saw her fighting and she's quite skilled."

*Do I hear embarrassment in your voice?*

"No of course not but why is she needed?" he cleared his throat his cheeks were a bit red.

"Why are we still moving!?" on time Weiss arrived not looking happy.

"Your timing is impeccable."

"Why haven't you stop the train? What could possibly be taking you so long?"

Hubert replied letting her see the bomb that was less than three minutes to detonate.

"Why is there a bomb!?"

"It should be obvious it was planted by Black Fist as a last resort in case their ransom operation fails."

"So they're willing to kill every single person on board?!" the Schnee heiress was shocked.

"Are the hostages all right?" asked the blue haired Specialist.

"They're okay the conductor is looking after then and he already knocked a couple of the terrorist with his wrench."

Hubert had chuckled in amusement looks like he meant what he said about using the tool as a weapon.

*Weiss!?*

"Winter?" the white haired girl heard the voice of her older sister.

*I know you can hear me young lady. You are in so much trouble when this ordeal ends."

Weiss could only gulped feeling her skin becoming paler than normal making Winter angry was worst than making her father angry.

*Moving on Weiss you know what to do with that bomb that is, if you did brought your weapon with you.*

"I do" the heiress didn't waited preparing Myrtenaster changing the rolling chamber to a blue color.

"I do not wish to rush you but you should make haste in whatever plan you have in mind."

"Quiet! I'm concentrating!" she scolded at the blue haired teen.

The tip of her rapier touched the bomb and it was suddenly frozen solid. Then she followed with performing quick thrusts that shattered the ice and the bomb. That was it Hubert quickly reached for the brake lever pulling it down as the train started slowing down. He was impressed with the Schnee heiress's plan to freeze the bomb though he could have done the same using absolute zero but then again, the arte has a wide range the entire cart would have been frozen instead.

The young Specialist took a glance at the white haired girl she has done better than he has hoped. Her quick thinking has save the lives of everyone on board. To think he wanted her out of his way he regretted his decision having her aid him is what saved everyone. Feeling his cheeks turning slightly red he noticed that the train has stopped at the nearest station where the police and military were waiting.

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It wasn't that long for the police to arrest all the members of Black Fist that has taken captives into the train with assistance of the Altesian military. The faunus miners were all taken by ambulances straight to Atlas General Hospital. Eventually their condition will be treated and hopefully, they will get better. Weiss stood next to Hubert relief and happy she was able to make herself useful and do something right.

All her training has paid off after all also, she gave a mental note that she and the blue haired Specialist made a pretty good team. Now that she took a closer look at him Hubert was truly attractive he had that feel of strength, smarts, authority and kindness. Before she could continue admiring him her eyes widened as she spotted her older sister heading her way. The look she was giving her was enough to freeze her solid she was upset, she knew it well.

"Another job well done Oswell."

"Thank you but will the miners be all right?"

"Hopefully they will be treated and perhaps they will get back on their feet. The miners from the Schnee Dust Company lack many privileges" the older Schnee's eyes narrowed thinking of her father.

"That is true…." Weiss stood in thought.

"Now if you'll excuse me Oswell" the Specialist turned to her younger sister giving her that look that scared her earlier.

"Winter I-"

SMACK

The Schnee heiress was dizzy with a comical expression as she felt the blow on her head making a small lump to appeared. Hubert was actually surprised he definitely didn't expect that to happen. He knew his superior was not happy finding out her younger sister was on board the same train as the hostages were being held by the terrorist, but he never saw her acting this way so suddenly.

"Ouch…."

"Young lady you have a lot of explaining to do" she crossed her arms giving the expression that mean business" what were you doing on that train? In fact what are you doing here at this hour in the evening?"

"I..I..I...I…."

"Don't stutter is impolite" she scolded.

"I wanted to go for tonight's play at the Atlas opera house. My favorite play is on I couldn't resist I really want to attend. I won't forgive myself if I miss this chance."

"Does father knows where are you heading?" Winter rubbed her forehead feeling a bit relief.

"Of course he does I asked for his permission to go before leaving the manor. He said as long as I have an escort then it will be all right with him."

"I see and may I ask where is this escort of yours? I only see you and you took the subway alone if I'm not mistaken."

"Um…."

Hubert has heard enough he knew he was intruding in a family personal matter. So he gave a polite bow to both ladies as he was about to take his leave. Before suddenly he felt someone grabbing his hand sending him back to the spot he was on. He turned to found out the one who took his hand was Weiss. She gave him a quick glance as she kept a hold on his hand as she faced her older sister.

"He's my escort. He's taking me to the opera."

"Pardon?" he stood shocked.

"Oswell is your escort?" Winter didn't know if she should pretend to be serious about the matter or amused.

"That's correct he agreed to escort me when we were at the train."

"I don't recall agreeing-"

Hubert stopped talking seeing the expression Weiss was giving him. She was demanding him to say yes and obey her or else. What will happen if he refuses her wishes. His eyes widened remembering what she told him if he didn't let her help him fight. The chances were high she might use the same tactic on him if he didn't agree to her request.

"Should I take the risk and politely decline?"

"Winter!" Weiss was faking her crying crocodile tears falling" it was awful he…."

"What is it? What did Oswell do to you?" the elder Schnee gave a quick glare at him.

"He...He took advantage of me!"

"What!?" her glare deepened at the blue haired teen.

"That is not true! I would never lower myself to such level of indecency!"

"He's lying he tried to rip my clothes and he tried to lift my combat skirt" she hugged her older sister resuming her fake crying" he even asked me to give him...Oral."

"Oswell" Winter has finally had enough as she unsheathed her saber" I'm going to bury you in ice."

"Wait just a minute its not true! I swear on my life I didn't...I would never…."

Hubert finally snapped back to reality from the horrible vision and he knew what to do" I agreed wholeheartedly to be her escort. I also agreed to take her to dinner after the play."

Weiss was taken by surprise by his sudden answer but she smiled in return. She also like the addition that he will take her to dinner I guess she can call it a bonus after enjoying her favorite play. Not to mention she wouldn't mind spending more time with the young Specialist. At the same time she had an escort and she won't be disobeying her father's orders.

"So you did agreed to be her escort?" Winter sounded surprised.

"With everything that took place aboard the train I actually forgot when I asked her. I am ashamed of forgetting such important information."

"You have more important matters to be concerned with Oswell. The lives of innocent people and my sister's were at stake. I see nothing wrong with forgetting the detail of escorting her to a date."

"It's not a date!" Weiss shouted turning red.

"As you wish. Well I should be off Oswell don't forget to bring me your written report on the train mission."

"Of course I should have it ready for you by tomorrow" the young Specialist gave a nod.

"Good while we're on the topic. I would appreciate if you look after my sister."

"I'm not a little girl who needs to be babysit I can take care of myself thank you very much" frowned the heiress.

"I'll leave her in your care Oswell" the older Schnee finally left.

"Shall we get going to the opera then? Apologies but I've never been there before."

"That will be fine I can give you directions to get there."

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The drive to the opera was surprisingly quiet. Hubert kept driving his car focusing on the road ahead though he didn't minded a little conversation while they got there. For Weiss she had no idea what to talk to him about, first she didn't know why she was feeling like she had butterflies in her stomach. Was she nervous? It was ridiculous back at the subway train she talked to him normally and even defied him to let her help him with his mission.

But now that the mission was done, that the fight was over she couldn't shake this feeling. The heiress has stolen a few glances at the blue haired teen, yet he kept staring at the road. She wanted to make some friendly conversation with him but she was failing to do so. Truthfully she barely talk with anyone asides her family, mainly no one around her age. Her brother Whitley she paused, he hated her she knew it well and she didn't wanted to get started with her father.

"Is this the right way?"

"Hmm...Yes just keep going straight then take a left to New Hills avenue. The Opera House should be located in the next exit to the right, you'll see it right away."

Hubert gave a nod as he resumed driving and once more the long silence fell. Weiss wasn't very fond of silence it reminded her of those days when was locked in the manor. Even with the title as heiress to the Schnee Dust Company she barely left her home and to explore the cold city of Atlas. At this hour it was sure breezy but her bolero jacket was enough. Growing up in the kingdom she has gotten used to the weather to a point that it hardly bothered her.

She was so relief that by some miracle her father was in a good mood that he allowed her to go with the exception to have an escort accompanying her. And she found him by mere luck that she took the train the terrorist Black Fist took with the faunus miners. All aside she was here, on her way to see her favorite play with the one person she really wanted to come with. Of course she would never openly admitted.

"By the way" her thoughts were interrupted by the voice of the blue haired teen" I must ask if you have brought your ticket for the play? If you wish for me to accompany you, I must have a ticket as well."

"There's no need for it" she assured him" the man who owns the Opera House is sort of an acquaintance of my father. Once I told him who I was he didn't hesitated to give us free seats and that is quite a big deal. Our seats are in the balcony suite, it has the best view of the house."

Hubert had to smile the tone of her voice was happy, excited. It was that obvious Weiss loves the opera especially after he heard her sing. His only thoughts if he could hear her voice again, it was truly beautiful and he couldn't stop hearing it in his head. Now it should be the right thing to do to keep conversation with the white haired girl.

Though he wasn't comfortable with the long silence he was actually nervous the girl wouldn't return the gesture. There was a lot of similarities between her and her older sister and he was afraid he might cross his boundaries with the young Schnee. He didn't wanted to say something he might regret that might upset her, so he kept quiet and compose. But he was doing his best to be polite and behave around her like a true gentlemen.

"May I ask the name of the play we're about to see?"

The question brought another smile on the heiress features" we're going to see one of my favorite stories. One that I enjoyed reading when I was little its titled, Romeo and Juliet."

"Yes I have read the story back when I was still working at the library" Hubert smiled remembering those days when he was still trying to fit in this city.

"Then again...I'm still trying to fit in, I'm still trying to find myself in this world…."

"We should be close to the Opera now" Weiss's voice broke his thoughts.

The young Specialist gave a nod resuming his driving. At least now he knew they were going to see a good play. He did enjoyed reading the story but watching it unfold before his very own eyes will be a whole new experience to enjoy. And apparently he wasn't the only one. Turning to the white haired girl next to him she was also looking forward to it.

The smile she was giving was truly something he wouldn't mind to look at, it was truly beautiful. But it was that smile that made him happy to be alive, happy to be here. There were a few people who have come to accept him, Ironwood and Winter and now it seemed her younger sister was added to that list.

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They arrived at the Atlas Opera House. Hubert was glad he found parking for his vehicle. He opened the passenger to let Weiss out like a gentlemen would and they were off. The young Specialist was taken back by the sight of the Opera House. The building was big and it was quit elegant. It reminded him when he visited the Schnee manor. If he thought it was beautiful outside when he entered he was in awe.

The inside was way more elegant than even the manor every single detail and the architecture looked very expensive. What to expect in a city where the upper class society was the majority of citizens. Weiss told him to stay here he watched her walked to an older man wearing a black suit with gray hair and blue eyes. The man was all smiles at her, he seemed to be very easy going. The Schnee heiress returned to him signaling him to follow her.

Hubert gazed around seeing all the people present. There was so many people all wearing their suits and fancy dresses. He was starting to get nervous thinking of the choice to change his military uniform. It didn't felt right with the way he was dressed though Weiss's attire was normal but decent enough to assist the opera. Her bolero jacket and dress along with those boots matching the color of her clothing.

Some of the people that passed him by gave him a polite bow acknowledging his presence as member of the Altesian military it was another reason why he should have change his wardrobe not liking to bring too much attention to himself but maybe that was not possible since he was being accompanied by the heiress of the SDC.

The Schnee heiress lead the young Specialist to the stairs since they were heading to the balcony suite which was in the second floor of the building. They reached the balcony and the blue haired teen was in awe at the sight. Weiss was right the spot has the best spot of the stage you can easily get a clear view of the actors. He let the white haired girl to sit first as another gesture of being a polite gentlemen and she replied to him with another gentle smile.

Minutes later the curtain calls were made and shortly the play started. Both teens kept their attention as the actors were singing playing their assigned roles. Now Hubert thought the actress playing Juliet had a beautiful voice however. He gave a quick glance at the heiress next to him, her voice was nothing compare to Weiss's voice. Her voice was heavenly it was simply the most beautiful of them all. The young Specialist turn his attention back to the play enjoying it very much it was even better than the book version he read.

As the play resumed Weiss has stolen a couple of glances at the teen with glasses wanting to see his reaction. She wanted to make sure he wasn't faking he was enjoying himself but she was wrong seeing the honesty in his blue eyes. He like it being here tonight, he like the play, he like having her here with him. Maybe the last part was on her wishes but returned to enjoy the show tonight has been a great evening.

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(Time skip)

As promised Hubert took Weiss to dinner after watching the play. Of course the heiress of SDC deserves the best so he took her to the most expensive restaurant in the city. It was all right for the blue haired teen. Ever since he joined the SOU under Winter's command his pay rate has increased ten times more from the usual salary when he was working at the library. So in other words, he can pay for everything tonight and that was exactly what he was going to do.

As a gentlemen he will pay for both his and Weiss's food he even set the chair so she can seat showing once more he was a polite gentlemen. The owner of the place have already prepared the table with the best view of Atlas with no need to call for a reservation. As soon as he saw Weiss he immediately send them to the table. Just like the owner of the Opera House the owner of the White Dove was also an acquaintance of her father. Looks like it was a good thing to be the daughter of the president of the SDC.

It was a busy night at the restaurant as all of the table present in the area were filled with people. The majority were couples, some who have recently gotten together, others who were celebrating their anniversary and other their anniversary of being married. Hubert and Weiss were able to tell about them being together since many were showing signs of affection. The physical contact as some were holding hands, others a chaste kiss and others were that obvious to tell with the way they were looking at each other.

Now the young Specialist didn't do this on purpose because honestly this was the first time he has come to this restaurant. He had no idea this place was famous for being the perfect spot for couples. The blue haired teen coughed slightly trying not to blush while it was the same with the Schnee heiress, her cheeks were red pretending she wasn't embarrassed.

"It's certainly is a pleasant evening wouldn't you agree?"

"Yes I agree" Weiss was still blushing feeling nervous the damn butterflies in her stomach were getting worse by the second.

"What is wrong with me? This is not a date! Or is it….?"

"I enjoyed the play. I must say it was better than I expected" Hubert did his best to stop feeling nervous and the best way to do that was to continue talking, it was working so far.

"Its the same for me I believe it was better than the book version. I agreed it was better than I thought."

"Romeo and Juliet the star crossed lovers. Both merely knew a thing about each other and yet they fell in love with just one gaze."

"That's because the author wanted to emphasize the term of" love at first sight" but the more they talk, the more they love each other emphasizing how powerful love is. What was his name again? I keep forgetting the author's name is so strange. I do remember it started with an "s"."

"Likewise I'm afraid I'm not that good when it comes to memorizing unique names" the blue haired teen smile he was actually enjoying the conversation with the heiress.

"I wonder if its possible for two people to fall in love at first sight?"

"Do you believe in it?"

"Hm…." her clear blue eyes were on him.

"Do you truly believe in love at first sight?"

"I don't know, I've never experience it so I'm that clueless in the subject."

"Apologies Weiss I didn't mean to make you feel uncomfortable."

"Not no it's okay you did anything wrong. I know it might sound really strange to know the heiress of the Schnee Dust Company is single or that she has never had a special someone."

"I'm surprise to know its true. Honestly I find it hard to believe" he cleared his throat.

"Anyway" Weiss felt her cheek reddened again trying to bring a better topic" about Romeo and Juliet if I ask you a very important question about the story, can you give me an honest answer?"

"Of course ask away" Hubert didn't had a problem he like the book and the play.

"I mean it Hubert promise me you will answer it truthfully."

"Very well you have my word though I don't understand why would you make me promise you of a question I will obviously give you an honest answer."

"Like I said its a very important question" her gaze turned serious" do you think Romeo and Juliet was a romance or a tragedy?"

"That is the important question? The answer is so simple there was never any need to make me promise you" he actually smiled at the white haired girl.

"Just answer it."

"Any regular perspective would say it was a romance the moment you start reading the story. But after seeing the hardships they must endure because of the immense hatred their families feel for each other it starts to become complicated. It doesn't sound like a romance anymore and when you reach the end one would believe it ended in tragedy" his blue eyes were on the heiress and she didn't looked happy.

"However...as my opinion, my answer to your question Romeo and Juliet was never a tragedy because the only way for them to be together forever was in death."

"Yes!" Weiss has actually gotten up from her seat as she shouted in joy. Her sudden outburst has caught the attention of everyone present in the restaurant and she blushed from the embarrassment while Hubert couldn't helped but be amused at her attitude.

"Apologies I didn't mean to shout like that" the heiress calmed down seeing that everyone went back to their conversations and dishes.

"It's all right but your reaction feels like you've been under heavy argument with someone."

"You have no idea I've been having the argument with Winter for so long when it comes to the story. She keeps saying" Weiss its a tragedy because they killed themselves in the end"" she made a perfect impersonation of her older sister making the young Specialist to chuckled" and I keep telling her, you're not looking at the big picture. Romeo and Juliet are the perfect embodiment of love it shows the power of such feeling to the highest of levels. In the end they chose their love over everything else not caring how much their families hated each other. Death was never the tragedy because their powerful love keep them together in the afterlife. In the afterlife they were happy forever."

"I truly agreed its feel better to understand a story when one have analyze it well."

"Here you go" the waiter arrived with the appetizer garlic bread" are Mr. Oswell and Miss Schnee ready to order?"

"Yes my good sir I would like the chicken special with honey sauce accompany with the salad" the blue haired teen took a quick glance at his menu.

"What of you Miss Schnee?" the man smiled kindly it was always an honor when there was a member of the Schnee family.

"I'll have the same, the dish sounds very appealing."

"I'll guarantee you will love it. It is simply among the best dishes our fine establishment has to offer" the waiter gave another smile as she kingly took the menus with him" your order will be brought shortly please enjoy the rest of the evening" he gave a bow before leaving.

"Just reading the dish is enough to work my appetite."

"Of all the times I've come here I have never order it" smiled the white haired heiress.

"So this isn't your first time? I should have realize it the moment we were appointed to the table. Your father knows the owner of this restaurant."

"Yes I remember we used to come here since I was younger. Father loves the food and the view is breathtaking" she smiled gazing outside of the beautiful cold city.

"Agreed there's probably no other view than this one."

"…...…."

"Is something the matter Weiss? You've suddenly gone quiet. I hope I'm not boring you."

"No its not that I…." her clear blue eyes softened a bit" I guess I was thinking of the past my family…."

"If it's all right we can talk about something else. You obviously feel uncomfortable speaking of the matter."

"I see no problem with talking about it. My family may not be consider a fine example when it comes to being that perfect family no matter what others say. My mother barely pay any attention to any of us and father was always busy with his work, the company is everything to him because its what runs the legacy of our family it keeps it alive. My brother Whitley...Moving on and Winter was always the caring big sister who was always looking after me. I suppose the turning point of my life was when I was named the heiress of the company I'm the one who's going to take over when father steps down."

Hubert was listening to her pay attention to every word she was saying. The tone of her voice she was obviously not happy talking about her family. It was obviously a delicate topic for the white haired teen.

"Originally it wasn't me who got the title. At first father wanted Winter to be the heiress but she downright refused because she was only interested in helping the people of Atlas. She wanted to join the military and her choice made him so angry that he ended up kicking her out of the family. But she didn't care she would do whatever she feels like, she would come to the manor even when she was no longer welcome."

"That sure explains a lot of things" Hubert stood in thought but the times he has been with his superior she has never mentioned a thing of her father.

"Shortly after Winter left I was appointed the next heiress so I took the responsibility seriously. Even if I have a long way to go before becoming a suitable heir to handle all of the Schnee Dust Company."

"Is that what you truly want?"

"What?" she saw him with a serious expression.

"Do you truly wish to become the heiress of the company? Apologies Weiss but you didn't earned that title it rightfully belongs to your sister but since she didn't accepted it your father chose you. Basically he gave you the title on a whim, he force that position on you. It almost feel like its more of a burden than a gift, wouldn't you agree?"

"Listen Hubert" she frowned not happy with his comment" true I may not have asked to become heiress but its done. My father chose me and there's nothing that can be done now I'm the one to hold on to the hope that someday I will be the president of the SDC it will be up to me to continue carrying the family legacy. Only difference I will do it better than him, I wont run this company for the sake of pride and arrogance. I don't know if Winter has told you but my father isn't consider the best boss he certainly wouldn't win an award for the way he runs the business."

"Yes she has told me plenty" the young Specialist adjusted his glasses" mainly how he treats the workers responsible for mining the dust crystals. If I'm not mistakes every miner who works for the SDC are all faunus."

"That's true you also saw it during the train incident with Black Fist. The hostages who were the miners were all faunus. I have been aware to the kind of harsh environment he puts them through. Low pay wages, excessive labor hours, they barely leave the mines. They have to stay and working on the mines for long periods of time isn't good for one's health it has bad side effects. That's why those faunus were all sick."

"In other words he treats them like worthless slave animals. He's not fond of the faunus even I can see that."

"No he's not and neither am I. Have you ever heard of the White Fang?"

"Who hasn't? There supposed to be a faunus group that fights for equality or at least some of them. The White Fang branch that belongs to Vale has gone rogue and they're committing criminal acts that goes against the original ideals of the group."

Weiss nodded" it's that group in particular that has done a lot of bad things to my father's company among them, they have kidnapped and kill company staff members, even board members. Important people that are vital for the company's well being. Father always got upset and there were times he would come home in a bad mood. Whitley was sparred of his temper tantrums because he was always his favorite. Instead it was I who was at the receiving end of his treatment."

"Did he lay a hand on you?" Hubert was trying so hard to control his anger the more he heard about Jacques Schnee the more he dislike him no, that was the wrong word more like hating him.

"….."

"Weiss I...Apologies I over step my boundaries I should have never ask such question which is very personal in your life."

"Don't apologize it's all right its that obvious after telling you. That is why its hard for me to trust faunus whenever I see one it reminds me of everything the White Fang did to my father's company I would never forgive them."

"Still putting your anger on all the faunus isn't fair. You should be upset on the White Fang only. Not every faunus works for them…."

"I suppose that's true but still…."

There was a small pause between the two teens as the waiter arrived with their food. Both dishes were the same since both ordered the same thing and it looked very good looks like top quality was a must in this restaurant. Hubert was pleased with the view considering their prizes it should be obvious it will be the best food anyone would ever taste. The waiter has also brought two glasses filled with cold water along a crystal clear jar for refill. The man has also apologize for not bringing them the water earlier on but the teens said it was okay it wasn't a big deal to worry over.

"If there's anything else you would like, please do not hesitate to call upon me."

"That will be all right we appreciate it" Hubert replied.

"Enjoy your dinner" the man gave another bow before leaving.

"The chicken taste exquisite" Weiss has already taken a piece with her fork.

"One would expect nothing less from the most expensive restaurant in Atlas" the young Specialist gave a small smile as he took a taste of his dish" its really good."

The heiress nodded smiling enjoying the food, enjoying pretty much everything. This night has turned out nothing as she was originally expecting. She got along with Hubert so well, she loved the play at the Opera House and he was there with her and now they were enjoying this wonderful dinner together. A blush has appeared on her cheeks focusing more on her dish that the fact she was embarrassed thinking of the detail.

She wasn't stupid this was clearly a date denying it any longer will only make her a complete fool. But this was a date she doesn't regret making even if it was all a coincidence that the blue haired teen was present when the opportunity have risen. She needed an escort for tonight and she found him and it all lead to a date with him.

"Weiss?" Hubert paused on his eating" I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, for telling me more about yourself. I'm certain it wasn't easy to reveal such personal details about your life and your family."

"I must admit I feel better after talking about it. You're the first person I have ever told about my life" the white haired girl stood in thought her cheeks had a tint of pink in them.

"You have live an isolated life I can tell much. You never had the chance to socialize with people of your age?"

"I barely talk with anyone at all even with my status as heiress. Most of my life was spent at the manor focusing on my training, my singing, anything that will help me get by. I'm still debating if I should only dedicate myself to running the SDC. The truth is there are so many things I want to accomplish in my life, not just the company. I wish for more…."

"So there's more in your life you want to achieve? I wont mind if you want to talk about it. That is, if you truly feel like sharing."

"I don't mind" she shook her head she actually so calm and comfortable with him present" I guess I have felt this way for a while now. My grandfather Nicolas Schnee was a huntsman, an explorer, a miner, a seeker of knowledge. He was basically everything I've been seeking. When he didn't know something he will immediately try to figure it out until he knew it. When things were impossible for him, he kept on trying until he was successful he never gave up in achieving his goals. I want the same my father wants me to be next president of the family company, but it doesn't have to end there."

"Good for you" Hubert smiled feeling his admiration for her increasing" you have many goals in your future. You're not satisfy with only one if you feel like you can do more then you fully see it through the end. You desire to be like your grandfather."

"Not quite I want to follow my own path. I want to build a new legacy for the Schnee name and that's what I'm going to do. Whether my father approves of it or not I don't care its my life no one else. I will decide what to do with it."

"She's amazing she truly is" the blue haired teen was blushing as he removed his glasses to clean then with a piece of cloth.

"But anyway I think that's enough of me" the heiress crossed her arms like she was upset" what about you Hubert? It's your turn to tell me more of yourself."

"Of course it should be fair that I tell you of myself since you already said plenty about yourself" he kept on cleaning his glasses with a far off expression" well, what would you like to know?"

"Let's start where you live and your family. Your fighting style is something that has gotten my attention, I'm curious to know where you learn it and who taught you. I'm sorry if I'm asking too many questions" she blushed slightly.

"That's all right I don't mind" he stopped polishing his glasses" I wish I could tell you and answer all those questions, but unfortunately I can't. I don't recall to remember…."

"What do you mean?"

"I don't recall anything regarding my past. My mind is like a book with blank pages. I don't know about my family, my childhood or where I was born. I don't even know if Atlas is my real home. All I can remember is waking up in the streets on this city, that is all…."

"Hubert you…." Weiss stood shocked to know the truth about the young Specialist" you have amnesia?"

"That seems to be the case. I suffer from an extreme case of it. At least I remember my name and the fact I can still remember my fighting abilities, everything regarding my knowledge for battle."

"Surely there must be something you remember" the heiress still looked worried.

"I'm afraid I don't. I came to the conclusion if I manage to do some good and help the people, that I might start to remember little by little. But so far, I haven't regain any of my memories as of yet."

"I'm sorry...I have no idea your situation is worse than mine. My family may not be perfect but at least I have many memories I cherish I wouldn't trade them for anything."

"I haven't given up that one day I will remember. For now I want to resume giving my services to the Special Operatives Unit protecting the people of Atlas."

Weiss has decided to stay quiet thinking it was enough she didn't talk anymore. If he was suffering from amnesia then there was no need to remind him of the detail so she dropped the topic. Once Hubert noticed she no longer had further questions he went to resume eating his food and the Schnee heiress followed shortly.

She felt bad for him and wondered what would she do if she was in his shoes? No memory of your past, only your name and your fighting skills. Will she have the courage to do exactly the same thing he did? That was a question hard to answer unfamiliar with his predicament. With all she has planned, all the goals she have in mind to fulfill it was hard to answer the question.

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(Time skip)

After the dinner and their secret" date" Weiss got a call from her butler Klein that he will be picking her up near the entrance to the restaurant. The heiress agreed she will be waiting for him though she honestly didn't wanted to return to the manor. But her father was waiting and that was one person she couldn't kept waiting and a limit of patience.

The evening was beautiful the view from the sky was perfect. Everywhere there were stars and the half missing moon looked bigger than usual. Weiss has seen the view from the view of her bedroom before but not this intense it was simply amazing. She took a quick glance at Hubert the young Specialist has been silent all along. Now that she thought about it after they were done with the food, a long silence fell between the two.

It was the same uncomfortable silence she didn't like when she was in his car. The heiress flinched feeling the chilly wind hit her body. She felt stupid with herself forgetting that this late in the evening the cold winds of Atlas blew a lot harder and colder. Her bolero jacket wasn't going to be enough prevent her from freezing, but her thoughts were put to ease when she suddenly felt warm. The Schnee heiress turned to see that Hubert has given her his trench coat from the Atlas SOU.

The fabric of the uniform was thick enough to keep her warm leaving the blue haired teen with his long sleeve buttoned shirt it was part of the military uniform. The white haired girl has blushed as his kind gesture he has proven to be quite the gentlemen. He was definitely any ladies ideal man she paused her thought, why would she be thinking that? Nevertheless this silence was starting to annoy her.

"Hubert….?"

"Yes?" she had his complete attention as his eyes were on her.

"Look I...I want to apologize. I didn't meant to upset you."

"What are you talking about? I haven't been upset at you in this entire evening. Please elaborate more."

"I brought the topic of your past and I didn't know you were suffering from amnesia."

"Weiss listen to me" his gaze was serious but there was still that kind nature reflected in his eyes" there is no need to apologize to me you're not at fault here. What you did was the most normal thing asking about myself. You were curious and you wanted to know more about me especially, when you just told me about yourself. Personal information if I might add."

"And you better keep quiet about it or else" she faked a glare.

"Everything we talked about in the restaurant will only remain between us, you have my word."

"I'm glad I didn't anger you with my many questions."

"Never, you would never anger me for something so trivial" he cleared his throat.

"I…." she spoke in a whisper feeling her cheeks heating up" you know I wasn't that lonely being in the manor. When Winter left Klein was by my side all the time. Ever since I was little he was always taking care of me."

"That's the name of your butler?"

"There are more butlers in the manor but Klein is the personal family butler serving and looking after us."

"I'm please to know you want to do so many things in your life" again Hubert gazed at her" but don't forget to seek freedom and friends."

"Huh?" she blinked" I suppose I will need freedom I'm planning in leaving the manor soon, I don't know about the last part though. It all depends if father accepts my wishes and if he refuses I would still leave I don't care" she frowned thinking of the man.

"Rebellious as always" he chuckled adjusting his glasses.

"Is there something wrong with that?" she frowned at him.

"On the contrary I think its a likable trait one, that I admire" the young Specialist felt his cheeks turned red not believing he said that.

Weiss blushed at his words again they've become silent. However this time the silence wasn't so uncomfortable it was nice and normal. Both teens were still staring at each other admiring their eyes. Neither realized that their faces were slowly leaning closer. But the soon romantic moment was interrupted with the sound of a soft vehicle engine.

The heiress sighed seeing the family limousine parking near by Klein couldn't have come at a better time. She was obviously being sarcastic she didn't know what would have happened if he didn't come a moment later but, she wanted to find out. On time Klein emerged from the long vehicle waving at the girl. She smiled at him but she was disappointed that this night has ended so soon. She didn't minded spending a couple of minutes with the young Specialist.

"My lady its time to go!"

"Coming!" she turned to the blue haired teen" I guess I better get going. Thank you for tonight Hubert, I had a wonderful evening."

"Likewise" he smiled.

"Better give this back to you" she handed his trench coat" you must have your full uniform, wouldn't want Winter getting mad at you."

"We're both familiar in the department how she acts whenever she's upset" he took the tench coat" I fully enjoyed our date."

"I wasn't-" she gasped blushing again.

"Please Weiss don't deny it clearly it was one. If you wanted to ask me out all you needed to do was ask, not drag me to be your escort for the evening."

"You were supposed to be my escort but suddenly things changed and it all lead to a...Date" she muttered the last part still blushing.

"I believe it should be appropriate for me to ask you the next time. Would you like to repeat our date in the days to come?"

"Yes...That would be nice" she smiled" I have to go, goodbye Hubert…."

"Goodbye. Perhaps the next time you will sing I wont mind hearing your angelic voice once more."

Weiss blushed smiling she started walking towards Klein and the limousine but suddenly stopped. She turned back to the young Specialist and without a warning she walked to him, got into her tip toes reaching his cheek and gave him a soft kiss that made him blushed.

"Goodnight" she whispered her face was obviously red as she hurried to the vehicle because the cold was catching up to her.

"Goodnight" Hubert was obviously blushing.

Klein gave a salute to the blue haired teen closing the door and getting into the limousine. It shortly drove off leaving Hubert alone. The teen sighed putting his trench coat back walking to the parking to find his car the evening wasn't over. Sadly he still needed to write that report for his superior regarding the subway train terrorist incident.

But at least he wont be upset because he usually hates doing the paperwork. Now he would be doing it with a smile on his face remembering what a great time he had tonight. One thing was certain he didn't minded going on another date with the Schnee heiress this time, it will be an official one.

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Weiss stood seated at the end of the long limousine she was blushing. She couldn't believe she has had the guts to give a kiss to Hubert. Though it was only on the cheek nothing serious but it was still a kiss. She knew the young Specialist was nothing like the boys she has met whenever her father held parties or took her to one.

They were arrogant, selfish, full of themselves and the only reason they wanted to dance with her or ask her out because of her status as an heiress to a multi million lien company and being a member of the Schnee family. Hubert obviously didn't care about any of that in his presence she was able to act like herself and there was no need to keep that professional appearance. With him she can act like a regular teenage girl.

"Did you had an enjoyable evening my lady?" asked Klein who was driving keeping his eyes on the road ahead.

"Yes, you could say that" her smile was wide and her cheeks were red.

Suddenly his eyes turned red" I can see that from looking at your face, you have that boy wrapped around your finger like he was your property."

"What? No that's not true! Hubert is not my property honestly Klein."

His eyes turned blue" apologies my lady but you looked very happy when I saw you with that young man. In fact I have never seen you so happy before."

"I guess I have a good reason for being so happy" Weiss only thoughts were of the blue haired teen.

Klein's eyes turned brown" he looks like a nice young man. Who knows he might be the "one"…."

"Maybe" she muttered before her eyes widened and blushed" wait I didn't mean-"

His eyes turned back red" admit it you want him! Don't waste time and just make him yours!"

"KLEIN!" her face couldn't get any redder.

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(Location: Atlas Academy headmaster's office)

James Ironwood has finished with today's paperwork for the day. It was never easy having three important positions that requires a lot of work. But he was always the ever hard working man as he finished all the documents cleaning his desk. Taking a glance at his scroll seeing the time it was rather late. The headmaster and General got up from his desk and started dialing a number on his device.

Along with his usual duties he has earned a new task which includes Winter to report to him on the progress of Hubert Oswell. The man was glad to hear all of the Schnee's reports have been positive. The blue haired teen has been doing a good job aiding the SOU and the Altesian military. So it seems he did the right thing in trusting him to do good for the people so maybe he wasn't a threat after all. James turned his attention to the scroll realizing the call has been picked.

*James what a pleasant surprise to hear from you. Though its rather late, I find it odd you would call at this hour.*

"I'm sorry for calling so late Ozpin but I wouldn't be calling you if it wasn't important."

*Very well for what reason you have called me?*

"There is something I must discuss with you. It's about what you told me the last time we talked."

*You must be referring to the young man I spoke to you about, Jude Mathis. Yes I told you he has a lot of potential and his skills in battle are quite unique I admit I'm intrigue by his presence in Vale. So far he has done a good job keeping crime at bay.*

"Most importantly" Ironwood spoke seriously" you told me he doesn't have an aura."

*That is correct it truly amazes me when the doctor told me Mr. Mathis doesn't possess an aura and yet he can performed all those attacks like he actually has one.*

"The reason I'm calling you is because I have met a young individual that possess the same qualities around two months ago and I'm sorry for telling you now but I needed to make sure who I'm dealing with. So far I have nothing on him" he was looking at the fire report from Winter about a certain blue haired teen.

"His name is Hubert Oswell."

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(Location: Schnee manor)

Weiss walked the long halls of her home with a smile on her beautiful features. She couldn't forget the events that transpired tonight, it was impossible to forget. The visit to the Opera House for the play of her favorite story, then the dinner at the White Swan. This was perhaps the best night in her entire life in a very long time. Then she thought about the kiss on his cheek and his comment of wanting to hear her" angelic voice" the thought made her blushed and giggle like a school girl.

Her expression became suddenly serious walking a familiar path she was obviously heading to her father's study because she needed to talk to him about an important matter. Something that's being on her mind for a while a choice she wanted to make and tonight after talking to Hubert made her make the final decision. As she arrived to the door that belonged to the study of Jacques Schnee it opened revealing a young familiar face.

"Whitley?"

The boy with short white hair and light blue eyes turned to her but chose to ignored her. The heiress frowned it has always been like this for as long as she remembers. Her relationship with her younger brother has been strained. She knew he hated her guts as well as Winter but the only reason for that anger directed at her because he wasn't the heir to the Schnee Dust Company.

That was the only reason she could think of she got the position for being the second oldest child. Whitley has always being" perfect" in her father's eyes and considered to be his favorite child, more like" daddy's good boy". Though she originally didn't wanted to be heiress she got the title and now she was constantly a target for her brother's hatred.

"You shouldn't enter sister. Father is making a call."

"I need to speak to him, it's important."

"You shouldn't interrupt father."

"This conversation can't wait. I need to speak to him now."

The boy didn't replied he only walked away leaving the hallway. Weiss sighed at least he didn't gave her one of his usual" envy glares" and she still wondered why he envied her. He was the favorite one of the family, the one her father can put all of his trust. As she got closer to the door she was able to hear Jacques voice coming from the inside of the study.

"What do you mean I have to do something about them!? I already increased their pay rate isn't that enough? Really, what else could they ask for? Medical plan? Have you lost your mind!? Do you have any idea how much that would cost?! How much lien I have to put for them? I am not putting a single lien for any of them, its their fault for getting captured by terrorists to begin with. I'm sorry council man but I already did my good deed for them, they're position in my company is expendable I can always find more miners, goodnight" he ended the call.

"Those animals can rot on the mines for all I care."

"You may feel that way but apparently your daddy doesn't in fact, he could care less what happens to these freaks. They could be dead and he wouldn't care because he can get more freaks to work at his mines."

Weiss glared as she tightened her fist but she composed herself as she knocked on the door once.

"Come in!"

"Thank you father."

The heiress entered the study closing the door behind her. Jacques Schnee stood seated on his desk looking frustrated and a bit upset judging by his features. But it changed when he saw his daughter, he smiled. The white haired girl tried not glare at him remembering what the leader of Black Fist told her. She didn't wanted to believe it at first but it was true. The lives of both faunus and people didn't mean a thing to her father as long as he continues to make money from the company and keeping the family powerful and wealthy is all that matters to him.

"There you are. It pleases me to know you arrived before curfew your escort did a good job."

"Father is it all right if we discuss something important?"

"Something important? What would that be?"

"I want to talk about my future. I have plans to what I would like to do with my life."

"What are you talking about?" Jacques got up not looking happy" I already decided your future my child you are to take my place. When I retire you will be the one to run my company, you will be the one to carry on the family legacy."

"True and I agreed for the position of heiress without a second thought father. But I also have other plans in mind, plans that I assure you will not hinder with my future as president of the Schnee Dust Company."

"Hmm...And what would those plans be?" the man stood in thought.

Without hesitation Weiss gazed at her father with a lot of determination and hope he will understand her.

"I want to become a huntress."

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To be continued

-Finally done and sorry if it didn't had too much action in it. Only on the beginning.

-I actually like making Hubert a Specialist its like he's a type of vigilante secret agent lol.

-If you haven't realize it by now Hubert/Weiss pairing confirmed. Yep I have lots of plans to develop this pairing further into the story.

-I'm only 2 chapters away from entering the trailers and eventually entering volume 1. You can be sure the four heroes reunion will happen before" The Shinning Beacon" episode.

-I'm not happy that fans mainly on youtube have been bashing Blake because of what happened at episode 8. They're actually calling her things like" abusive bitch" all because she slapped Sun twice. Let me give you my two cents on the matter. Blake had EVERY right to do that Sun was basically eavesdropping on her on a very personal conversation and he even interrupted a father/daughter warm moment. It would have been better if he knocked on the door but he didn't. However I think it was uncalled for that Blake threw his scroll away. Sun was worried about her that the White Fang will go after her because of the masked member he saw.

-WARNING spoilers for volume 4 episode 9- happy to see Yang is improving and she's actually using her head I can tell she's going to become a clever and even stronger fighter. YES Weiss has finally mastered summoning (love how she sent her douche bag brother out of her room lol) and the best part when she summoned that ice knight the way he bent down to her like he saying" I'm yours to command my queen".

The White Fang who was spying at Blake turned out to be sister Ilya and she's not happy that she's back in Menagerie she even hurt Sun damn it I was heart broken how Blake looked seeing him unconscious. As for Qrow no he's not going to die I love the fact Ruby and Jaune separated from Ren and Nora (more time to develop Lancaster my inner shipper is screaming for joy). But I'm worried with the large foot print on the ground it could be a new species of Grimm.

I'm still calling it Raven is going to save Qrow. Also why the hell are fans coming up with theories that Qrow is Ruby's real father? There isn't any evidence in the show that indicates that. But what to expect from the fandom heck they're already shipping Blake with Ilya (there's even a yuri story of them on the site already).

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

-Voices:

Hubert Oswell- Steve Stalley

Weiss Schnee-Kara Eberle

Winter Schnee- Elizabeth Maxwell

Jacques Schnee- Jason Douglas

Klein Sieben- J. Michael Tatum

James Ironwood- Jason Rose

Ozpin- Shannon McCormick

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