Blake

Ruby must have ran just a bit too much the other day. Not a peep had been heard from her so far this morning. I was still fixing a cup of coffee for Weiss so I hadn't had a chance to check on the pup just yet. Yang on the other hand was busy distracting herself with the television and randomly scratching at her injuries. I've told her to stop multiple times but she won't listen to me for anything.

The door to my room slowly opened as my slumped over girlfriend finally decided to join the world. She went straight toward me. I tried to be on my best behavior as I had no idea how Weiss would act after last night's activities. Especially now that her mind wasn't distracted by motherly hormones.

Weiss grabbed my cup of coffee off the table. "Please and thank you."

"I was making you your own cup you know." I told her.

She sat down. "I didn't feel like waiting." She took a sip.

I rolled my eyes. "Whatever. At least your arms aren't still weak enough to hold it."

Weiss tried her hardest to not smile but failed. "Shush you."

"Just saying. I know how to do a proper job."

Yang heard our exchange. "Still here you two."

Weiss was a little red and gave me the "Be quiet" finger. I figured it would be a good idea to stop letting my mind faceplant into the gutter and shut myself up with a drink of coffee. Weiss looked like she was giggling to herself. I don't blame her considering the what feels like a scratch mark on my back. I technically should be a little annoyed at the fact that she didn't really pay any attention to me but I think she's earned to be a little selfish for now.

"Where's Ruby?" Weiss asked.

"She's still conked out." I told her.

Weiss got up and left the kitchen. I followed to see what she was up to. She apparently had wanted to check on Ruby because her head was already leaning through the door to the room where the little girl was sleeping. When she pulled her head back and closed the door she immediately turned around with the biggest smile on her face.

"Jeez that girl is adorable, Yang." Weiss quickly said.

Yang smiled to herself. "Cutest in the world according to an old birthday card I gave her."

Weiss got back to the couch. "I wonder what she'll be like when she's older."

"I try not to think about that." Yang said kind of quietly.

Weiss gave Yang a quick hug. "Don't worry, Yang. She's still yours no matter what."

Yang went back to looking at the TV. "Not if I keep acting like an idiot."

She was kind of right, unfortunately. I didn't say that out loud but I have a feeling Yang knew I was thinking it. I really wished I understood her problems but I'm far from being in a similar to her. The only thing I've picked up on is her worry about the future, though that's something everyone is worried about to some degree. Though I guess its possible that she is severely more worried about that due to her position. Ruby has been pretty much her main and only responsibility. The thought of her growing up might be counter-productive to Yang's idea of living her life.

"Yang! I swear, if you keep scratching at your arms I'm going to tape some pot holders onto your hands!" A very uncharacteristic outburst from Weiss.

Yang yanked her arms behind her back. "I can't help it. They keep irritating me."

Weiss frowned a bit. "No duh! They're not going to get any better if you keep messing with them though."

"She's got a point, Yang." I confirmed.

Yang pointed a look at me. "Okaaaay, Dad."

I laughed a little. "Why am I the dad?"

"I just figured it was your role considering the only sounds I heard last night were from Weiss." Yang had the smuggest look on her face.

"I uhh.. it's just umm.."

I had no words for that little quip. Neither did Weiss apparently since she started taking interest in drinking the rest of her coffee. These damn paper thin walls that they call an apartment don't allow for much stealth. The uncomfortable situation was better than the previous conversation though. Yang probably wanted off that subject as fast as possible. Unfortunately, this was the best time to talk about it considering Ruby was still soundly sleeping.

"Sooo, what's your plan?" I finally asked Yang.

Yang's eyes went to the TV. "To stop being an idiot, I guess."

It was something I guess. "Good. Start by seeing if you can find a professional to talk to."

"I don't know. I don't want to risk losing Ruby." Yang said.

I tried to appeal to her rational side. "They're not going to take Ruby from you just because you decided to get a therapist. It's a pretty common thing nowadays."

Yang didn't tear her eyes away from the set. "I'll look into it, Blake. I'm just going to be real careful about it. Ruby comes first."

"I agree but you need to take care of yourself just as much." I told her.

Yang didn't say anything after that. Obviously she was considering my argument heavily. it was a tough little corner she was in.

Weiss made a small clap with her hands. "How about this. You go and take a few days to straighten your head and get back to normal while also trying to find a therapist. Ruby can stay here while you do this so you won't have to worry about her."

I quickly glanced at Weiss and her smiling face. "You think you can handle a kid for a few days?"

Weiss gave a thumbs up. "It's not like Ruby is a newborn. It shouldn't be a problem for us."

Yang broke into the conversation. "I don't just want to dump Ruby onto you guys.."

I didn't want to hear it. "You need an opportunity to help yourself. I think it's one of the better options we have."

Yang looked down for a full minute and then looked back at me. "Fine. I'm doing it for Ruby though. I'll let her stay here for at least three days while I get back on track and find a therapist."

Weiss leaned back over and hugged Yang again. "You can do it. You don't have thing to worry about when it comes to Ruby."

Well yea its been just over a year since I last wrote something. I can't believe its been that long. Oh well, I guess. This chapter is short just because I haven't wrote for a long time and still need to back into the swing of things. Remember people, HAVE FUN!