Okay, there are 3 new reviews from the last chapter
-to ZeloxMidnight: Its good to see that your back. I don't care if you don't read my fanfiction because you have to deal with stuff IRL. I actually prefer it if you do. Thank you for your continued support and I hope to hear from you in the future!
-to Vixi VXII: Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I don't think that I will be in much conflict with I'mjusttryingtofindmyway because our stories are both named The Spider. I had no idea his/her story existed until you brought it to my attention. So no harm, no foul I guess.
-to guest(A/N: literally someone without an account): I explained this in a previous chapter that Fox uses his aura(that I gave him because the RWBY wiki didn't give him one) to see other people's aura and that he could track Grimm with his other senses.
When the group returned to Beacon, they were greeted by Professor Glynda.
"Good evening students," Glynda said.
"Good evening Professor," they all said back.
"Professor Ozpin needs to speak with Mr. Acarin. The rest of you can return to your dorm," Glynda instructed.
"Yes ma'am," they all said.
"See you guys later," Zach said. Glynda led Zach to the elevator that went to Ozpin's office.
"Mr. Acarin, Next time you and your team go to Vale, please return sooner than you did today. You almost broke curfew," Glynda said stepping into the elevator.
"Yes Professor," Zach said. The doors of the elevator opened.
"-sure about this?" A man with spiky black hair said standing in front of Ozpin.
"Yes Qrow, I'm sure," Ozpin said sitting at his desk.
"Sorry for the interruption. I have Mr. Acarin like you asked," Glynda said.
"Oh, it's you," The man said after he turned around.
"Professor Qrow?!" Zach exclaimed.
"I see you two are already acquainted," Ozpin said.
"Yeah, Professor Qrow was one of my teachers at Signal," Zach said.
"Before you went awol. I never liked the way they treated you but there was no reason to do the things you did," Qrow said.
"There was no other option left," Hunter said appearing next to Zach.
"Woah! Since when could you do that?" Zach asked.
"Since that dream you had last night," Hunter answered.
"What do you mean by no other option?" Qrow asked.
"They were all mentally torturing him, physically injuring him. Additionally, if I didn't step in, he would have unleashed his silver eyes upon them," Hunter told the professor.
"And we wouldn't want that happening now, would we?" Ozpin asked hypothetically.
"Your right, that would be worse," Qrow said.
"What does this have to do with my eyes?" Zach asked
"Mr. Acarin, would you please take a seat?" Ozpin asked. Zach nodded and sat down in front of Ozpin.
"Why did you call me here in the first place?" Zach asked this time.
"Do you remember what I said about your eyes when I first saw them all?" Ozpin asked back.
"You said they were extraordinary," Zach recalled.
"Do you know why that is so extraordinary?" Ozpin asked.
"No," Zach answered.
"People with silver eyes are destined to be great warriors. They are also very rare, with only a few every generation. These people have immense amounts of power, skill, and potential," Ozpin told the boy.
"So you think I'm one of these great warriors?" Zach asked.
"Well the eyes kind of give it away," Qrow said.
"But I didn't even want to be a Huntsman. It was only recently that I actually wanted to protect something," Zach said.
"Someone more like it," Qrow said.
"That aside. What is your favorite fairytale?" Ozpin asked.
"I don't really know any. I didn't have the time to learn them when I was younger," Zach said.
"My favorite is one about the seasons," Ozpin said.
"Which one is that?" Zach asked.
"A callous old man who refuses to leave his home is visited by four traveling sisters. The first understood his reclusive nature, and urges him to use his time and solitude to reflect and meditate. The second brings him fruits and flowers, tending to his crops and revitalizing his garden. The third warms the man's heart, convincing him to step outside and embrace the world around him. And the fourth and final sister begs him to look at what he has and be thankful. In return for this kindness, the man grants the maidens incredible powers so that they may continue to help others all over the world. They gracious accept and promise to share their gifts with the people of remnant until the end of days. Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. These are the four maidens," Ozpin told Zach.
"What does this have to do with me?" Zach said.
"That story has been around for generations. What if I told you it was true?" Ozpin asked.
"I would call you crazy," Zach said.
"He's not lying Zach," Hunter said.
"So are these powers like semblance then?" Zach inquired.
"More like magic," Ozpin said.
"That's impossible. Why are you telling me this?" Zach asked in disbelief.
"Don't be alarmed, we are still the same teachers and headmasters you met when you arrived at beacon," Glynda said.
"But we also have a side job," Qrow said.
"Which is?" Zach asked.
"Protecting our world," Ozpin answered.
"And also the maidens," Qrow added.
"Where are the maidens?" Zach asked.
"To our knowledge the winter and summer maidens are safe. Spring is missing and fall…" Ozpin said standing up.
"What happened?" Zach asked.
"Follow me," Ozpin said walking towards the elevator. The elevator ride down was fairly quiet. When the elevator stopped, the doors opened to reveal a massive chamber.
"Where are we?" Zach said looking around.
"This is the vault," Ozpin said.
"Where is the fall maiden, Ozpin?" Hunter asked appearing next to Zach. Ozpin pointed with his cane at a large machine at the end of the corridor.
"She was attacked and had some of her powers drained. She is in a critical condition," Ozpin replied.
"That shouldn't be possible," Hunter said in disbelief.
"We fear that if she dies, the rest of her power will seek out the other half. We are currently searching for a new candidate for fall maiden," Ozpin said.
"What's her name?" Zach said.
"That is besides the point," Glynda said.
"What… her… NAME?!" Zach shouted. His eyes began to glow.
"Please calm down Mr. Acarin," Glynda said.
"Her name is Amber," Qrow said.
"Qrow-" Glynda was cut off by Ozpin.
"He has the right to know her name. He should know the name of someone he's risking his life to protect. Now, will you join us?" Ozpin asked.
"I will," Zach said nodding.
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Zach returned to the team CFVY dorm room about an hour after the sun had set. Hunter appeared next to the window.
"You can go sleep, I need to think about some things," Hunter said looking out that same window.
"Okay, you better be back in my head by morning," Zach said.
"Don't worry I don't think I can go that far without you anyway," Hunter briefly smiled.
"Why can't I forget," Hunter said looking at the night sky. He crossed his arms. Hunter closed his eyes and sighed.
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Hunter opened his eyes and saw a different world. He looked around and saw that everything was different. He was no longer in the team CFVY dorm room. He felt the bed underneath him and it was incredibly comfortable. A cold wind blew from the open window.
"Where am I?" Hunter asked out loud.
"Finally awake my king?" A feminine voice said. Hunter turned his head and his eyes widened. He saw a woman with golden hair and purple eyes. Her curvy body fitting snugly into her dress.
"Elaine," He muttered.
"Who else?" the woman said walking toward him.
"I saw you die," He said standing up.
"That must have been one hell of a nightmare," Elaine said hugging him into her voluptuous chest.
"Yeah, a nightmare," Hunter looked down.
"Maybe this will help," Elaine said kissing him. It was strange, he knew this was a dream but it felt right. Hunter pulled back for air.
"Thank you, my Queen," he said.
"Now get dressed, your sister wanted to speak to you about something later. Some new creation of hers," Elaine informed him.
"Okay," Hunter said giving Elaine a peck on the lips. Hunter got dressed and made his way to the throne room. As he made walked to the throne room he ran into his royal adviser Ozpin.
"Good morning, my king," Ozpin greeted.
"Morning Oz. Is there anything new that I should know about today?" Hunter asked.
"The war with the Sylvians is going in better than we initially guessed, but our armies are being slowed by the winter snow. I fear they may have to deal with a counteroffensive soon," Ozpin Informed him.
"Tell the generals to fortify their positions or the winter and wait till next spring to resume the campaign and send them reinforcements," Hunter said.
"Yes, my king," Ozpin said. Hunter soon arrived in the throne room and sat down next to Elaine.
"Sire! A messenger from Sylvia is requesting an audience with you," A knight informed the king.
"Send in the messenger," Hunter told the knight.
"At once, my lord," the knight said.
"Aren't we at war with the Sylvians?" Elaine asked.
"Yes, my Queen, But if they want to negotiate their surrender, I'm all ears," Hunter said. The messenger was brought by two knights flanking him on both sides.
"What do you want Sylvian?" Hunter asked.
"Oh great king Hunter, I come on behalf of my people. My people cannot win against your armies. We surrender, please spare us!," the messenger pleaded dripping to his knees.
"Do not worry, I don't wish to conquer your people. All I require is a yearly tribute and your men serve in my armies," Hunter told the quivering messenger.
"T-t-thank you, oh great king!" The messenger said putting his head near the floor.
"Now go back to your leaders, I wish to speak to them personally about these terms," Hunter said.
"Of course great king!" The messenger stood up, genuflected to Hunter, and quickly exited the building.
"Is that all?" Elaine asked.
"We don't want to brew resentment among our conquered populations, my queen," Hunter replied.
"Brother!" A voice yelled from the entrance of the throne room. Two servants pushed something forward that was covered by a tarp.
"Hello Salem. I heard that you wanted to show me something?" Hunter questioned.
"Yes, my newest creation," Salem replied.
"What is it?" Elaine asked.
"Behold, my latest creation and the newest instrument of our dominance of the continent. The Grimm!" Salem pulled away the tarp to reveal a caged beast. It had black fur and black almost bone-like armor on its face and all over its body.
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Hunters eyes snapped open. His arms still crossed.
"Why did I tell her to make more?" Hunter asked. A lone tear slowly made its way down his face. How long has it been? Hundreds, no, thousands of years. He sighed once more looking at the night sky.
"Who's is that?" Coco asked. He must've woke her up.
"It's Hunter. Don't worry I was just thinking. I'll go to sleep now," Hunter told the young woman.
"Okay," Coco said falling back to sleep. It was not long after that Hunter dissipated his physical form and returned to Zach's mind.
Okay I'd like to say it one last time. I REALLY FUCKING HATE SPRINT AND THEIR ASS SERVICE. I live in a small town and my school's WiFi has this site blocked so I have to use my glitchy ass sprint data. It took me 5-10 minutes to copy, paste, and submit this chapter from my google docs app. Nevertheless, back to other things I hate about the public school system, I took a very large standardized test over reading and writing that took me two and a half hours to complete. The only problem with that is, I had to wait the two and a half more hours because fuck knows why. Other than that I'm surprised that I finished this chapter in as short a time as I did. I'm pretty sure this is my longest chapter I've posted. Well time's running out for my off period so I need to hurry.
See you guys in the next chapter!
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