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The Sweetest Hands Hide Daunting Secrets.
Crystalline sunlight filled the kitchen, it glinted off the countertops and warmed the inhabitants. Penny had made a huge spread for breakfast, serving so many people filled her with glee. Ruby and Qrow sat side by side at the island in the middle of the kitchen while James and Ozpin sat opposite them. Breakfast was scrambled eggs with bacon, cheese, sausages and toast. The news played on a television mounted high on one wall. The breaking news story was a Sea Feilong had attacked a cargo ship and there had been no survivors.
Qrow had just finished explaining the situation with the Faunus he and his team had saved as Oz traced the condensation from a glass of orange juice. His tone remained somber but even Oz could hear the undertone of worry and fear in it. "Ruby is more than welcome in my home. Though I am worried about all this, a stalker is no joke."
Qrow's phone rang after a quick glance at the caller ID he accepted the call and put it on speaker. "What's up Sun?"
"Velvets starting to improve and last night but … well I'm sure but I think someone broke into her room. I could smell faunus but nothing really useful. Figured I should let you know. Do you want to move her?" Sun said.
Qrow hmmed for a second. "Yeah probably best, better to air on the side of caution. I won't have someone killing my only witness."
"On it boss, I'll call when I have something else to report." Sung hung up.
"You have a team answering to you?" Ozpin asked, he didn't think Qrow was the type to lead.
"Just cause they helped find Velvet in the first place. I don't normally work with others." Qrow said.
James chuckled. "That's the understatement of the year."
"Well my Semblance doesn't exactly lend to company Jimmie." Qrow picked up his fork and gestured at the General.
"James."
"Whatever."
Ruby giggled, she could see the smile pulling at James's lips showing he wasn't actually annoyed by the pet name. She watched Oz cock is head in a very lupine action.
"What is your Semblance Qrow?" Ozpin asked.
Qrow pursed his lips suddenly not hungry at all. "Misfortune. Passive and constantly active. I can heighten it when I pour Aura into it but otherwise it's always there in a minor fashion."
"Ouch." Ozpin said feeling some sympathy for Qrow.
"What's yours?" Qrow asked.
"Time manipulation."
Qrow whistled impressed. "Wanna trade?"
Oz chuckled. "No thanks." He found himself smiling at Qrow, it was strange but he found himself warming up to the man. Just something about his body posture made him feel relaxed.
"Umm, guys. Could we… maybe." Ruby wrung her hands together. "Unlock my Aura? I mean if someone is following me and clearly they're very strong wouldn't it make sense to start teaching me to protect myself?"
The table fell into a simber silence as thoughts flew each around each of their heads. The three men looked to each other, her reasoning was sound. Qrow was reluctant because he had liked keeping her away from the fight. However it didn't seem like he'd be able to do that forever and after the mess from the day before . . .
"I think it is a good idea." Ozpin said. "May I?" He glanced between Qrow and Ruby. Qrow leaned back on his stool away from Ruby slightly and Oz couldn't help the smile that flicked over his lips.
"Sure." Ruby said as Oz stepped off his stool and walked over to her.
Ozpin cupped her cheek and place his other hand over her heart. He activate his Aura, it flared a deep emerald green briefly. He reached out with it letting it sink into Ruby, the bond upon his heart deepened silver in colour. "For it is in passing that we achieve immortality. Through this, we become a paragon of virtue and glory to rise above all, infinite in distance and unbound by death. I release your soul, and by my shoulder protect thee."
Red bloomed over Ruby's skin fluid fire, dancing over her for a long minute before vanishing. Qrow's stomach turned, he knew that Tai and Summer had strong Auras, but Ruby's looked stronger, untrained as it was. Had he been wrong not to encourage her to be a Huntress?
"Beautiful." Ozpin said petting her cheek with a thumb before withdrawing, his green fading while hers flared out a bit more. To anyone watching it appeared like it was stretching, wisps of red stretching high above Ruby's head before quietly simmering down to glow around her form.
Ruby smiled shyly at him. "I feel all warm and floaty now."
"It's never quite like the first time." James said admiring the red upon her skin. "Red suits you."
The silver eyed woman blushed. "Thank you."
Qrow was biting his lip and looking down at his white bond.
"What's eating you Qrow?" James asked looking over to him.
"My Aura is the same shade of red as Ruby's." Qrow said softly, not even his twin shared Aura colour with him. What did that mean? If anything at all.
The General observed Qrow for a little while longer, something close to sorrow tipped over in his eyes. "Qrow, if it's alright with you. I have today free could we have another session?" James asked.
The red eyed man looked sharply up. "Of course."
Ruby hmmed and asked. "Could you show me around the estate while they do that Oz? Seeing as I'm going to be around for a while I'd like to learn about it."
"What she means if she doesn't want to get lost around such a big building." Qrow snickered from besides her.
"Oh come on! It was one time but honestly I'm not sure what to do with my time while I'm here. I only have one sketch pad and some basic supplies with me. I'd like to find somewhere so I can do a few sketches."
Oz and James chuckled, seeing Ruby's cheeks burn a bright red seemed to pull the softest emotions out of the two other men and Oz was pleased that Ruby actively was trying to spend time with him. For a single horrid moment he was reminded of Roman before he pushed it away. Ruby was not him, she was sweet and honest. "Well if you really want, there's a beach just a short walk behind the mansion, I would love to take you down there. We could even go explore some of the caves down there."
The light that overtook Ruby's eyes almost blinded him. "Caves really! That sounds AWESOME! Oh please can we go, I would love to check that out."
"Of course, we're go as soon as we've finished breakfast." James and Qrow had taken to talking about where they would set up for their session. Oz didn't mind, there was dozens of rooms and knowing that James was staying at least for a while in his home settled him. Ozpin was just finishing his tea when he noticed Ruby all but inhaling her food to finish faster and had to stop himself from chuckling at her enthusiasm.
The beach attached to Beacon Manor was wide and sandy, small rocks and pebbles were few and far between. Along the shoreline seaweed and a few shells washed up along its sandy grains. Ozpin and Ruby took the stony steps in awkward silence. After being kicked out so Qrow could have a one on one session with James he and Ruby had been left alone for the first time. So many thoughts shifted around in his head, most revolving around how best to protect his younger mate from this nameless faceless threat that seemed poised over her like a thunderous cloud.
After Roman's rejection Oz found his bonds to Ruby and James even more precious to him, something he didn't think was possible. At first he was unsure if he was compensating for the loss of their mate then he felt guilty again for his ignorance. He had let this happen and now Roman had rejected them and Oz was truly fearful of losing either one of his remaining mates that it made his heart race.
A soft hand wound its way into his, entwining their fingers together and Oz looked down at his redhead mate. Ruby's smile was small but her eyes were sweetly looking at him. Oz almost kicked himself, of course his emotions had bled through their bond, she was much too close physically not to sense them. He squeezed her hand in thanks. "You know these caves haven't been explored for decades."
"Wow! So no one else knows they're here?" Ruby was impressed that Oz's estate 'had' a beach to begin with, unexplored caves seemed so fanciating to her she all but bounded down the steps in excitement. "What can we expect to find in this cave?"
Ozpin spun his cane once, not that he needed it but always found a reason to take it with him. "Not much I'm afraid, I haven't actually been down there in many years and that was just to ensure there were no Grimm hiding out down there." Oz pondered a moment. "I suppose I never really had a reason to come here."
"Well that's a bit of a shame really. I'm lucky to have a home on Patch, the forests and beaches are lovely inspiration for my work." She sent the man besides her a cheeky grin. "You may find me down here more often if it's beautiful to look at. I could even pull some of my supplies down here to paint, it could prove to be very productive."
"Well that sounds like a fair idea but it can be dangerous exploring caves alone so if you are really interested in adventuring down a forgotten cave, would you make sure to let one of us know or better yet one of us will come with you. At least until the threat to you is gone."
"Would that placate you?" Ruby excitedly asked, looking up at the older man, she wasn't paying attention to where she was walking and a slippery step had her falling backwards. Ozpin reached out and with one arm and caught the brunette using his cane to balance himself.
"Thanks." she mumbled, her heart pounding against her chest. He was so graceful in every movement he made, tall like a dancer but broad enough to hold enormous strength. The arm he used to catch her was tight and muscular even her back could feel those muscles flex with little effort.
"No problem." Straightening Ruby back on the path he continued. "It would put my mind at some rest but I'm afraid that for a while you're going to have to suffer with myself and the others hovering."
The silver eye thought on it for a moment before nodding. "That's fair and I don't want anyone taking me away." The sand was soft and dry up this end of the beach, the tide low and calm. Suddenly remembering the things Qrow had told her about the young Faunus woman- Velvet her name was, who was hurt so badly sent a shiver down her back. The sharp stab of fear was instantly dwelled when she felt Ozpin wrap his arms around her smaller shaking body.
He just reacted instinctively when Ruby made a small sound of distress. "I have you Ruby, you're safe." They stood there together on the sandy beach, unseeing the beauty of the waves as they gently swept over the sand. Oz swayed in time with each breath soothing his mate, breathing in her scent, roses and spring rain.
Ruby felt his hair tickle her neck as his much taller frame stooped down to shelter her own. Her breathing slowed, calming in his arms while the sun rose higher above them. Ruby drew away and smiled, both of them seemed calmer now and a small smile tugged his lips.
They wandered over to the water's edge and Ruby had the sudden urge to dip her feet into the salty foam. Sitting on the sand she removed the knee high boots and black socks. Oz watched his young mate as she carefully placed them on a nearby rock and stepped into the rushing waters and grinned widely.
It had been years since she played in the sea. The tingling from the water reached high through her nerves and cooled her warmed skin. Her eyes closed and she lifted her head up in a peaceful gesture, enjoying the cool water soak her feet and legs. But all too soon the chill from the sea returned and Ruby returned to her mate. Oz stood nearby watching the sun rise higher in the sky, whilst Ruby's eyes sought out the mansion back up the steps, chewing her lips in concern. "Is James going to be alright Oz?" Ruby inquired returning to her boots, seeing Oz frown she added. "I realise that he didn't feel the physical break but he will also be hurting from Roman's rejection right?"
"Hmm, in all honesty Ruby I am not sure. James is a very strong man, he has always had to be given his position and where he grew up. He is not use to showing his emotions, nor asking for help. He has however asked Qrow for aid . . . I think he is going to be okay. At least as much as any of us will be. We'll be his support, just as he is ours. That's what Soulmates are for." He held out his hand for Ruby to hold onto as she balanced and stuck her foot into the boot. "Come, I promised to show you these caves, if we don't go soon we're lose the sunlight."
"Okay." Walking side by side with Ozpin they entered the cave.
The cave was silent inside, the sound of waves could be heard echoing in from the mouth but otherwise the quiet remained. It was dark and a lot deeper than Ruby had been expecting. She had thought it would be small hole in the wall that you would be able to see the end easily enough but all that confronted her was empty dark space. A beam of light bounced ahead of her and she turned back.
"Always take a light, wouldn't be as much fun if we couldn't see." Ozpin held the large torch in his left hand as he proceeded ahead of the small woman lighting the way. Ruby ran up and walked besides him, her eyes taking in the details of his face. "Best stay close, Aura or not. Hitting your head would hurt."
Ruby giggled and took his free had as he collapsed his cane and pocketed it. "Yeah I'd rather not test it."
Ozpin chuckled, it was nice to have some alone time with her. "So, if you don't mind me asking. How did you and Qrow get together?"
"I didn't know if I'd ever find my soulmates and I didn't want to wait for them before having sex. I asked Qrow to teach me and things just evolved from there."
"I see." Ozpin said.
"Does it really bother you that much?' Ruby asked looking up from the moist cavern ground.
"No, I was just surprised." Ozpin squeezed her fingers gently. "I just didn't see Roman coming, but maybe it wasn't meant to be. I can't get the imagine of Qrow's void mark out of my head. I don't know why. It's a very unfortunate thing, to be void."
"Perhaps, I suppose we can never really know but Qrow has always wanted me to have the opportunity he couldn't. He is really the most kind person I know and I love him."
"I can accept that. He has been good for you Ruby and although I am still not so sure... I don't think you would have been the person you are now without him and for that I am eternally grateful."
Ruby had an uncontrollable urge to hug this man to her as her heart warmed. He brought out so many good feelings in her. She wasn't sure if it was their souls bonding or if it was something else, something bigger and brighter than anything she had ever expected. They stood side by side in the dark damp cave and waited each other out. She wanted to hold him to her chest and stroke all that silvery hair, but she held firm only allowing her hand to brush his arm, the unexpected muscles returned heat to her cheeks. So much strength in these arms , without thinking she used her two hands to hold his right, fingers stroking the callous skin with a soft thumb. His hands were so large. Fitting her hand against his, the size difference made her feel childish compared to him, her skin was smooth and almost chalk white. Nails nude and clean on both hands, her a little chipped from handling paints and other art supplies, his neat and free of any jewelry.
Ozpin let Ruby explore his hand. A nearby rock caught his eyes and he placed the torch upon it so she had access to both hands. She stood there taking his hands in hers, fingers ghosting up from his wrists, up higher over his palms. Her hands were so small the pads of her fingertips curved into his palms before spraying out and reaching higher again.
Ruby added a small amount of pressure as her tips slowly slid further up his fingers, once the pads reached his fingertips she moved them back down sliding to the side slightly so her fingers interlocked with his. Ozpin let his fingers curl down holding her hands in place, careful of his strength he brought both their entwined hands to his lips and kissed each finger, lingering on the last finger before he let the joined hands fall to his chest.
Ruby waited in silence but Oz never went further then he had, allowing her time and space, giving her the chance to make the first move if she wanted. Oh boy did she want to, to give them both some of what they could have. All she had to do was lean in, just let her worries and insecurities fall away and be swallowed by the fire that coursed through her core.
A twinkle of light blinded her for a moment and the mood shifted. She let her hands drop from Ozpin's but smiled at the older man before turning her attention to the shining light. "There is something over there."
Ozpin wasn't sure if he was disappointed or sad, she had been close to giving but alas, the time wasn't right. He saw the direction Ruby was facing and retrieved his torch. Once he had they made their way over to the wall and peered down what turned out to be a drop deeping into the cave. The twinkling light had faded and now even with the torch nothing but a stone floor could be seen.
"Looks like it leads into another cave." Excitement beamed between the pair.
"Shall we go down?" Ozpin said watching Ruby's face light up even more before she nodded.
"Sure. How?" Ruby asked.
Oz smirked and walked over to the edge, peering down with his torch. "Hold this."
Ruby took the torch from him and barely held in a yelp when Oz jumped neatly down the hole. He grabbed the wall to slow his descent, stone crumbling under his fingers. As he landed he pulled his fingers out of the stone and looked up to Ruby who was covering her mouth with a hand. "Worried?"
"How did you do that?" Ruby asked.
"Aura, with it I am very strong." He lifted his hands. "Jump I will catch you."
"Oooww." Ruby shifted back and forth nervously. "Okay." Carefully she jumped down, right into Oz's arms.
Oz caught her by her waist and brought her slowly down. "See nothing to worry about."
Ruby smiled up at him then looked around the cavern with the torch. Her eyes widening with astonishment. Crystals, gems and Dust. Pure and untouched by human hands took residence of every surface. Some hung low on the stone ceiling, other gathered over the tall walls and the ground gave way to glittering dust and broken off crystals. Colours bright and plentiful shimmered over them as they walked deeper. The cave went on for ages before they came and stopped turning in circles at the sheer sight of what they had uncovered. It was like standing inside their own colourful geode.
Ruby spun in a tight circle, her gaze soaking up the light and colours. "Oz this is amazing, I've never seen so many gems and Dust crystals in all my life." She was quite taken with the ceiling in particular, it's multi colored jagged ends sparkled like a sky full of colourful stars.
"I know I said there 'could' be a Dust deposit to James but this is incredible. And to think it's been hiding down here all this time."
"What do you want to do about it?" Ruby remembered the teasing conversation between the two older men about this. However seeing it first hand she was reluctant to give Ozpin any ideas about selling it to the Military or the various Dust companies.
"Well I think I want to do some more exploring, otherwise maybe we can keep this a secret. What do you think?" He faced his mate, the idea of selling this private piece of heaven wasn't appealing in the slightest and he sincerely hoped no one else would come across it either. There was a sense of peace here in this cave, surrounded by the pure crystals and gems and he felt his energy being renewed. The calm around him pierced through his mind and he watched Ruby step around the cave. The instant Ruby felt eyes on her she shifted and stared back at Ozpin. He made for a wonderful image, surrounded by all those raw crystals, untouched by man, he seemed so powerful and she pulled her backpack off.
Carefully looking around the cave until she spotted what she needed she returned to Ozpin and took his hand in hers, her creativity driving the pair to a solid uneven rock of dust. It was just straight enough to act as a seat and she patted the cool module. "I would like draw you, if want."
Ozpin smiled wide, sitting himself on the slightly cold dust deposit. "Will you draw me like one of your Vacuo girls Miss Rose?" The teasing glint in his eyes did wonders for her jumping stomach, butterflies swirled around her insides and she grinned back
"I won't be doing a nude, sorry but if you could sit with your cane in your lap." She took a few minutes positioned him as she wanted best, envisioning him sat in cave, surrounded by magic. Eventually she was satisfied with his pose, legs together, back straight and his shoulders back. She leaned her hands on those wide shoulders and felt them relax under her warmth, "Place your hands just lightly on the cane at opposite ends." when he had she moved to those hands and relaxed them so they were just balancing the cane.
Ruby moved back a few feet and pulled out her sketch book, some paints and pencils and addressed Ozpin again. "Can you relax into a neutral expression, maybe a small smile of indifference like this," She empathized the cave. "is your home, everything inside of it is yours and all your secrets are hidden in the many columns of crystal."
Ozpin tried to do as she asked but felt a bit silly sitting silent. "Will this do?"
"Yes I think that's will be perfect, oh and you can talk to me no problem. The silence in here is a bit unsettling and I think you'd get bored. So ask whatever you like." Ruby began, sitting, legs crossed and pad in her lap to draw the outline of Ozpin's face.
"Are you perhaps a little more open to conversation when your painting?"
"Something like that yes, just the other week Yang and I were painting her new apartment and we probably talked more during those few hours then we have in the last few months." She frowned at that, a spark of guilt at her attitude towards her sister, a sister she adored.
Ozpin noticed this and filed it away for a later date. For now he wanted to remain as still as possible. It had been many lifetime since he had his portrait done before and never by someone he had wanted to be with before. The torch sat by Ruby's feet lit the cave just enough for her to capture the environment. She mostly sat in the dark but it didn't seem to slow her down in the slightest so he tried some conversation. "What will you do with this picture?"
"Well for now I'm trying to fill in as many details as possible, to ingrain it in my mind so when I return to my workshop I can transfer it onto canvas. This will just be a rough sketch but once it's finished." She shrugged. "I''m not sure, I suppose it depends on how attached I am to it." Her eyes flitted back and forth to the silver haired man and back to her paper, never noticing water start to rise. From where they sat in their respected places Ozpin's boots prevented him from feeling the rising tide and Ruby although she sat on the floor of the cave was slightly inclined.
Time passed, the cave remained silent except for the occasional question, words echoed off its colourful walls and quietly the tide rose with froth and the smell of salt.
"Okay next question, coffee or tea?" Oz continued the banter he and Ruby had formed while she was drawing him.
"As a favorite drink?"
"Hot drinks only."
"Then neither, I love hot chocolate best." Ruby smiled adding the small cogs on his cane to her picture. "But I only drink it in winter or when its-
"Raining." They said in usion. Ozpin chuckled, head nodding before he remembered he was suppose to be sitting still. "I fear I drink far too much coffee and my assistant is always trying to fill me up with tea. I started taking my own drinks into work in the morning just so I don't have to drink the weak brewing water she replaced my coffee tin with. Alright your turn."
Ruby took a few moments to add another gear and debated her next question. "Season."
"Spring. The feeling of new life growing around me, the beginning, potential and most importantly it's not so blasted cold. You?
"Autumn. When the nights are just starting to grow, everything is harvestable ripened and it's probably the most colourful season. Its neither too hot nor cold, doesn't rain so much and I can get a lot of work done." Ruby paused for a moment, "Then again I do enjoy the cold winter nights, the blazing summer sun and like you said the spring air is fresh and full of new life." Her cheeks pinked with happiness "I guess I like all the seasons then."
"And there is nothing wrong with that. It's just a healthy appreciation for nature. Something a lot of people tend to take for granted and overlook in favor of their own preferences."
"That's a really nice thing to say Oz. Thank you, your turn." Ruby smiled sweetly, her emotions were heating up as she continued to look at him, dropping her gaze back to the paper she noticed that she had pretty much finished all she could do here at this time.
"Movie category?"
"Hmmm everything except horror and cringey chick flicks." She shuddered mockingly. "I hate them, they always end the same way, you?"
"I'm very fond of drama. And I have a healthy respect for superhero movies. Your turn."
Her eyes touched on the man in the picture, he was so calm, controlled, she wanted to know if she could shake him up and her next question really did take him by surprise. "How about, favorite place to be kissed." She tried to sound indifferent but her nearly breathless question and blushing cheeks failed her again.
"Lips." Was his simple reply as he gazed at her.
" Lips. " She repeated and received a nod. Okay , slowly she sat up and moved from her perch. She sauntered over to Ozpin as he removed the cane from his lap, laying it down besides him to give the young woman access to his personal space. Ruby studied him before raising her arms to circle his neck. Ozpin moved his own hands up to cup her waist, silently asking permission. When he received her nod he lifted her effortlessly and settled her on his lap.
And the first contact with his clothed thighs her pulse skyrocketed, so warm and tight , his muscles coiled in response to her weight. He drew his knees up a little, gravity causing her body slide down and settle across his crotch, her legs wrapped around his waist and her boots hooked together at his back. Ruby felt the heat build up between them. Ozpin watched those silver eyes dilate, pupils growing wide with desire but still he waited, she had to touch first, grow her trust in him before he tipped his control.
It was painstakingly slow the way she moved her hands into his silver hair, gently kneading the back of his head. He kept his hands around her waist but let his fingers clench into her gently, the feeling of her hands take root in his hair and stroke his head and neck nearly undone him. Through his glasses he watched Ruby draw closer to him her breath catching when her body settled more firmly against his. Lips ghosted over his cheek before she closed those silvery eyes and pressed her soft mouth to his.
That first kiss between them sent stars exploded behind Ozpin's eyes and he shut them in favor of feeling every touch from his mate. This! This is what he had been waiting for. With Roman it had felt cold, impassioned but hot but with Ruby it was like his whole being was being stuck with shards of lightning and heat coiled around him instantly. His bond hummed bright and loud between them deepening. His hand lowered from Ruby's hips to her small bottom, large hands massaging the clad tuss.
Ruby felt the firm hands rubbing her behind and purred in response to the touch, her lips brushing back and forth over Ozpin's. Occasionally she took his bottom lip between her teeth and lip pulling so so gently before releasing and diving back for more.
She hips rocked back before she pressed in further, delighted when she felt his tongue touch hers. It lasted only a second before he pressed further into her open mouth. His demand was met in full when she took one hand and purchased a hold in his hair while the other wound round his shoulders and neck holding him to her.
Air became precious as both parties refused to separate for even a moment, wanting to keep themselves fused together. Oz began stroking Ruby's hips before letting one hand move higher. When he met the skin of her waist he pressed his hand over her stomach, a sense of pure joy at the thought of what could grow there. Reluctantly he left his dream and traveled higher, letting his hand slide under her top as he searched for his prize.
Ruby felt Oz's hand move and although she could have stopped him she didn't want to. His hand was hot enough to burn and she liked the way it caused her to shiver all over so she pressed deeper with her tongue and moaned in approval. Ozpin felt his hand meet the swell of his desire. Clothed in lace it was no effort to push in under and cup her breast. The answering groan of pleasure was music to his ears and he let his hand travel the swelling orb until a loud, "Ahhhh." informed he had found her pert nipple.
Releasing her mouth from his the pair panted loudly breathing in much need air. Ozpin watched Ruby struggle to keep her desire contained and he tweaked her nipple between his fingers causing her to blush deeper and moan again. The silent question spoke volumes about Ruby's desire and Ozpin's request and Ruby leaned back slightly in acceptance allowing the older man to lift her top over her red tipped hair and dropping it to the side.
The bra came next, black and lacy it hardly provided support for its wearer and was gone before Ruby could blink, thrown behind him. Now her upper body was open to him, the perky breast although not as large as Yang's certainly were hands full.
Ozpin took hold of Ruby's hand and pushed them behind her until she gripped hold of this thighs leaving her chest and head bent back slightly for Ozpin to tease. He started with her neck, kissing the narrow column lingering over the pounding pulse at the base of the throat and sucked hard on it, electing another whine of pleasure from his lover. Moving downwards to her chest he measured the time he took attending to each creamy swell, kissing and suckling the underside before homing in on the pink nipple. He nibbled softly on the sensitive mound, Ruby's moans setting fire in his loins as he used more force and strength wanting, no needing to hear her scream.
Ruby felt every lick, each individual tooth and suckle. Her poor nipples were so sensitive and the pleasure Ozpin was supplying crippled her senses, she couldn't fight the moans every time he touched a pleasure spot and she had many. She began swaying her hips up and down her core soaking inside the leggings, her panties were probably a mess by this point but she didn't care.
A sharp tug from his teeth on her nipple had her focusing on him again and she lifted her chest up, her breast filling his mouth even more, he took it as an opportunity to suck harder and felt her body wither as she came, screaming in ecstasy. Ruby beet red and panting let her legs drop from around Ozpin's waist. Something wet and cold met her legs as she tried to catch her breath.
Ozpin was impressed with Ruby's responses. Who would have thought she could feel so right, held in his arms, so open to him. As much as he wanted to lay her back and know her more deeply. There was a quiet roaring behind him and it wasn't long before Ruby stiffened on his lap. She leaned back and he could still hear her heart pound but this time it wasn't it pleasure, it was in fear.
"Ozpin we need to go."
He lifted the small woman from his lap, and bent down to retrieve his cane but found it gone. When he turned around, he spotted his cane. It was floating on top of the tide. The tide that had started rising. Putting his feet onto the ground also proved tricky as his feet sunk into three feets worth of rushing water. The pair shared a look of worry before he trekked through the water and retrieved his cane, spotting Ruby's top soaking just under the surface of the water he also fished that out, returning it to his young lover.
"Come on, we need to get out of here. The tide is rising too quickly for my liking." Ozpin found the torch lying on another rock and grabbed her supplies. The tide had risen nearly enough to sweep it away.
Ruby didn't want to put the soaked top back on but had little choice as she couldn't find her bra and didn't want to walk around partly naked. It was cold on her skin, but soon was forgotten as they walked away from back of the cave. Once they reached the wall Oz collapsed his cane and pocketed it, then gave the torch to Ruby. "Climb on my back, I'll get us out of here." Ozpin tilted the light up and knelt, letting Ruby mount his back and settle her arms around his shoulders. Quickly he took a running leap to gain height, grabbing onto the wall with both hands, It took much longer to climb the thirty meter wall, there were few notches for him to grab onto but using his strength to create more hand holds he was able to pull them both out of the hole.
Ruby couldn't help but admire, him as he climbed by the top he wasn't even breathing hard. Ozpin knelt as let Ruby off of his back. "Well that was an adventure."
Ruby giggled and said. "You seem used to it."
Oz's smile was a bit thin. "Something like that, come let's go get changed and see if James and Qrow are done."
After getting changed and checking in with James and Qrow, who were still busy. Ruby and Ozpin ended up moving towards his library as Ruby's stomach growled.
"Shall I summon Penny to make lunch?" Ozpin asked.
Ruby pulled at the white cuff of her shirt. "I know I'm supposed to stay here, but could we maybe go out? I know a good place for sushi and with you around I don't think anyone would dare trying anything."
Oz's grip tightened around his cane, he hadn't gone out with it in years. To be frank he didn't much like going out at all but he could understand how stifled she was going to feel soon. He conjured, at least they would be together and he was confident about being able to keep her safe. "Hmm alright. To the extent of my knowledge Penny doesn't know how to make sushi."
"Thank you." Ruby beamed and leaned up and kissed him on the cheek.
The little gesture made leaving his comfort zone all the more worth it.
The day had gone from sunny and bright to raining and bleak within the hour, though most people who were still out had the sense to cover up or carry an umbrella. However one lone figure did neither as he leaned; mostly hidden by a darkened alley, against the wall opposite the restaurant Ruby had pulled her male companion into just a short while ago. Really the rain was a blessing to Tyrian as it helped conceal his body from view as he furiously watched the couple inside.
The warm inviting building had large bay windows and Ruby was sat by one, animatedly talking to the older man sat with her. He could see her hair drip from the downpour of rain and Tyrian wished he could be there now, tucking the wet strands behind her ears. His chest almost burst in fury when the man did just that, trailing his larger hand over her pale cheeks. HOW DARE HE! Tyrian growled under his breath thankful the patter of rain was loud enough to engulf it.
The Faunus was unable to stay there any longer less he charge in there right now and bite the hand off that man. He couldn't afford for Ruby to see him like that and ran. Running far and fast away from his love, questioning why fate was taking her from him. His steps were loud and wet as they carelessly broke twigs left and right as he ran away from the city and into the forest.
If anyone had been around to witness his behaviour, they would have dubbed it 'sulky' but Tyrian didn't care, all that mattered to him was finding a way to lift his spirits. He haunted these woods for many years, decades even, mostly when his mood was low or he awoke in the night drenched in sweat and shaking like a scared child after a nightmare which wasn't too far off the truth. His heart was aching for the scene of Ruby with someone other than him. Seeing her smile for someone other than him.
How he wished he could go to her now and hold her tight, knowing that she would accept his embrace and return it in kind. Her soft lips humming a tune long forgotten for his ears alone. He stopped in the middle of the forest just thinking about her gave him that spring in his step and Tyrian lifted his arms into the air twirling in circles, his laughter echoed among the silent woodlands. Of course she LOVED him. Her heart would be full of him. The image of the man sat with her back in the city crashed his train of thought and his usually yellow eyes burned a violent purple. How could he be with her if her eyes were on another. Why had he not gone in there, lifted her from her seat and into his arms. Strike down the false love and whisk her away! That is what he SHOULD have done!.
A bush twitched and Tyrian stopped, hearing the huff of a creature to his side and waited, a lone Boar Grimm emerged from the nearby bush, already sensing prime meat and charged towards the enraged scorpion. Tyrian pulled out his weapons, a pair of pincer shaped blades, they were attached to his wrists like gauntlets sharp and deadly. The Faunus waited until the Grimm grew closer, before it could connect with him Tyrian nimbly slid low and to the right, his foot kicking out and tripping the boar onto his back. Without waiting a moment he launched onto the Grimm plunging both wrists into the underside of the beast soft belly. The Grimm squealed in pain already disappearing into smoke and shadow, growing smaller and smaller until all that was left was the bladed pincers.
Tyrian rolled onto his back, ignoring the twigs and leaves that stuck themselves to his wet braided hair and howled in laughter. Even the Grimm agreed with his violent thoughts, coming out to further show that his strength would be enough to sway his rose. As he lay there spread eagle watching the clouds float past he brought his thoughts back to Ruby.
He understood what had happened today was for the best, taking Ruby there, in front of all those people would have only ensured panic and maybe he would never have been able to get away with her safely in his arms. His guiding Goddess had warned him by placing too many obstacles in his path. Her soul went everywhere with him, just feeling her cold dead hands on his skin like a frozen breeze made him tingle inside. She would want him to be safe, it was her purpose in life and death.
Maybe he needed to do more recon, it wasn't impossible he supposed but he would only get one shot of it and with her having two soulmates and that Huntsman living there the chances of her being alone long enough for him to seize an opportunity were slim to none. How could I get her away from them , Tyrian grinned a cold mad smile, guess he would just have to kill them all.