Ch.10

P.S. the man in white Khalaq

The man in black Almawt

Nero with the rest of team NIGT sat in the stadium bleachers waiting for the event to begin. Nero took a sip from his soda and glanced around the stadium. Ivory bumped Nero with his elbow to get his attention.

"Hey man when is our match again?" he asked with a quizzical look on his face.

"It's the first match tomorrow," Nero said grabbing a handful of popcorn. "Don't sleep in."

"Me sleep in, yeah right." Ivory scoffed.

Gale shushed the two boys as the fight began. Nero watched intently as team RWBY somewhat gracefully dispatched team ABRN. The entire time Nero's eyes were locked on Weiss as she fought.

You really love her don't you

Nero simply nodded in response to the voice in his head.

The limo Weiss had rented to drive their group to Yangs chosen club came to a stop in front of a rundown building with a bright neon sign. Stepping out of the car the group of teens stared at the building. The group all stepped out of the car dress in nice clothes. Nero, however, was wearing a long white and black coat which covered up his normal attire.

"Yang are you sure we are in the right place?" Weiss asked.

"Yes, this is the place." With a cocky smile Yang lead the group into the establishment.

Upon entering the two bouncers standing at the second set of door looked at the group before going pale and running through the second set of doors. As the group approached the second set of doors they opened and a man a little shorter than Yatsuhashi walked through closing the doors behind him.

"Before I let you in there you have to promise me there will be no," he looked at Yang. "Incidents, this time. I have some high profile vip's in tonight."

"Don't worry, we are only here to celebrate," Yang grabbed Nero and pulled him to the front of the group. "This guys Birthday."

"Last time you "celebrated" a birthday in here it got pretty messy, to think of it. Everytime you come her something of mine gets broken."

"It's just a coincidence."

"Sure, one last question you are all of age right?"

Without hesitation Yangs nods yes.

"Ok then," he opens the door and gestures to them to enter. "Welcome and please enjoy your stay."

The group walked into the loud club and found an empty booth to sit at.

The night was highly uneventful. That is until they were getting ready to leave. Nero had taken responsibility for the rowdy bunch of teens, and was currently trying to get them outside. With the help of Ren, Jaune, and Yatsuhashi he managed to at least get them grouped up inside.

"Has anyone seen Weiss?" Nero asked the group.

"I saw her out on the dance floor." a clearly intoxicated Yang responded.

"Okay, I'll go get her," he paused and looked at Ren. "You guys get out to the car."

"See you soon." Ren responded getting the group outside.

Nero walked across the spacious dance floor and finally found Weiss. However, she was in the middle of a group of people, the lead guy, by the look of him, was talking to her. Pushing his way into the group Nero got between the man and Weiss.

"Sorry man but we are leaving so she is going to be coming with me." Nero grabbed Weiss by the wrist and started to pull her out of the group.

Before he could make it out he was met with resistance.

"And who are you to tell her what to do?" The man now standing in front of Nero asked.

Nero gave this guy a good once over and noticed a few things. The man had a tattoo on his neck that matched the symbol of a know gang, he very clearly had a gun tucked in his waistband, and he meant business.

"Because I'm pretty sure I've bought all her drinks tonight so she owes me." He gave his buddys a smirk.

Nero looked back at Weiss and it was clear now that she had most likely had a few drinks in her system. Nero looked at her with disappointment.

"We will talk about this later," Nero said to Weiss before redirecting his attention to the man and his friends who now stood behind him. "Lets get so stuff straight. First, I'm her boyfriend. Second, she is way to good for you. And third, I recommend you move."

The man standing in front of Nero wasn't having it.

"She didn't mention a boyfriend, but after I'm done she probably will," This garnered a laugh from his crew. "And do you even know who I am boy?"

"No, I don't. Nor do I give a shit." Nero and this guy had been having their little standoff long enough to worry Ren and Jaune, who just so happened to walk up behind Nero.

"Need any help Nero?" Ren asked.

"Yes, Jaune take Weiss and get her to the car," Jaune grabbed Weiss's hand and got her out of there. "And Ren you can take my coat." Nero slipped off his coat which Ren caught.

Now visible was Nero's butler attire and weapons. This garnered both a few giggles from the crowd that had now formed and from the men standing in front of him. Nero rolled up his sleeves, and cracked his neck.

"You trying to be intimidating, cause I can't take you seriously with that get up on. But what I can tell you is that you should have just left." The man drew his gun and pointed it at Nero's head.

Nero took a few steps forward until the barrel was touching his forehead, and then in a swift movement disarmed the man and tossed it across the floor.

"If you want to fight don't be a little bitch and pull a gun."

"What did you just say?"

"Oh, I'm sorry little guy, I'll speak up," Nero pushed a few clips on the harness that held his weapons letting it fall to the ground and then began shouting. "If you want to fight, don't pull a gun like a little bitch."

"That does it."

With that the man swung at Nero. A simple back step was all it took to dodge his punch. After fighting for most his life Nero was damn good at it. Thankfully Ren grabbed Nero's gear off the ground and got out of the way in time. After a few second the man had throw about ten punches but nero haven't thrown a single one.

"Didn't your mom ever tell you not to play with your food?" Ren yelled.

"I didn't have a mom." Nero responded blocking a punch with his right arm and finally throwing his own.

He jabbed with his left catching the man in the ribs, before immediately following it up with a power punch with his right hand to the mans chin. This effectively rocked the man's world, and broke his aura.

"That was dirty." The man spoke.

"All is fair in love and war." Nero responded.

"What does…."

After speaking Nero closed the distance. Moving left then juking right. He jumped and brought his fist down with the power of Nora's hammer. The man's body hit the floor with a resounding thud. The men's crew, however, didn't seem to happy. Now surrounding Nero the largest one helped their friend up, while one of the others walked up to Nero and pushed him. He started to speak, but Nero, still in fight mode, cut him off with a mean jab to the face breaking the man's aura in one hit and followed up by an uppercut so mean it literally knocked the man's shoes off. His body smacked the ground. And the group looked to Nero. Nero simply put his hands up and gestured to the next one in line. But none approached, but Ren who simply put a hand on Nero's shoulder and activated his aura. The color washed away from Nero's face for a second before returning.

"It's time to go." Ren spoke.

"Agreed." Nero responded.

Putting back on his harness and jacket Nero and Ren walked out, but not before some final words.

"For future reference, don't be an asshole, or this is where you will end up."

Nero and Ren left the building and got back in the limo. The sweat rolled down Nero's forehead. Weiss scooted over and leaned against him.

"I'm sorry." she said almost whispering.

Nero's only response was putting his arm around Weiss and pulled her closer without saying a word.

The rest of the night was uneventful. Nero hadn't gone to his room after getting back to Beacon, but instead he found his way up to Ozpin's office. Walking into the room Nero found it empty.

So he does sleep

"Everyone has to at some point." Nero said to himself.

I didn't expect "him" to have to

"What do you mean by that?" Nero asked stepping towards Ozpin's desk.

Lets just say he is somewhat the same as you

But vary different

Nero had become used to the secrecy of his new life and decided to not press questions he would rather not know the answer to. Walking around the desk Nero found that there was a single drawer in the desk. His curiosity got the best of him and he opened the drawer. Inside he found a single manila folder, with the simple label "E.N.D.D.". Slowly taking the file out of the drawer Nero set it on the top of the desk and stared at it.

Open it

I don't think that is wise

Come on goodie two shoes, live a little, have some fun for once

Sure… fun

Nero could hear the disdain in Khalaq voice. Nero just stood there and stared at the file.

You've came this far just open it

Almawt materialized and placed his hand on the file.

You deserve to know what is in this file

Does he?

Khalaq now appeared on the other side of the desk

The way I see it, this is already a grave destruction of the trust he has for us Almawt

I don't see it like that at all, he hides all of this behind our backs… we deserve to know… He, deserves to know

Why must you always….

Khalaq was interrupted as Nero put the file back in the drawer and slammed it shut.

"I don't deserve anything," He looked at Almawt. "If Ozpin wanted me to know what was in that file he would have shown me. Furthermore why did I even come up here, this was stupid."

Nero walked towards the elevator. As he did the one other door in the office opened, and a very familiar sound was heard. It was unmistakable, the slow manantinus click of Ozpin's cane. Nero froze in place and hoped his ears were playing a trick on him.

"So, how was your night Nero?" Ozpin spoke.

It wasn't. Nero spun about to face Ozpin.

"It was pretty good," Nero paused and looked around. "Man this isn't my room, sorry about that, I'll get going."

Nero was able to get turned half way back around before Ozpin spoke.

"Do you think I'm that stupid Nero," He paused and opened the drawer pulling out the file. "Honestly though, I am proud. You passed my test."

"Test?"

Test?

Test?

All three figures responded.

"Yes, I noticed the elevator on its way up so I hide in my closet to see what you would do," He flipped the file open and took the four pieces of paper out. "And I'll just say, I am very impressed with your actions."

Ozpin spread the papers out on the desk and motioned for Nero to come stand next to him. As Nero approached Ozpin spoke.

"From this point forward no more secrets."

Nero stood there and read over each of the pages.

"Why would you hide this?"

"The most powerful weapon in this world is information, and it must be protected from the wrong eyes."

As the shattered moon fell towards the horizon, the faint glow of light lit up the horizon. Nero and Ozpin had been talking for most of the night. Ozpin answered all of Nero's questions, no matter the answer. Neither of them had noticed but the clock that hung from the wall now read 6:30am, and just like every other day at 6:30, The elevator doors opened and no other but the great Glynda Goodwitch walked into the room.

"Good morning Glynda." without even skipping a beat Ozpin spoke without even looking up from the desk.

The previously clean pieces of paper were now covered in notes and highlighter. Glynda just stood there not even knowing how to respond.

"I think it's time for me to leave." Nero stood up, thanked Ozpin and walked out of the room leaving them alone.

As the elevator doors closed Nero heard for a split second Glynda start to freak out. Nero started to laugh and just enjoyed the ride down. He reached the bottom and as the doors open was meet by someone he had never seen before, but strangely felt like he knew him.

"Long time no see Nero." the man spoke.

He was tall, and wore a cape. Just as Nero went to respond the man was tackled in a flash of red.

**Authors Note**

Hey everyone, long time no write. I know it has been a while, but I've been focusing on school and the actual book I am writing. But like I said, I will continue to write, and post, new chapters of TFS when ever I can. Go check out my buddies story, it ties into mine and will help with the villain side of things. His page is Qrow-Whistler, read the story called E.N.D.D. and it should help you understand more.

And as always, any and all critiques, questions, or tips are welcome and wanted.

Until Next time,

DG919

P.S.

Here's the link to his story: s/12598486/1/The-Beginning-of-the-ENDD-Book-One-of-the-ENDD-Chronicles