"And that is where we come in." A big boned professor lectured as he walked. There wasn't much to say about the first day. Filia left Team RWBY long before they woke up to take care of a few pressing. Most notably, general hygiene since walking on campus with sentient hair more likely come off as creepy and may subject her to having to fight the Vale military. She entered the class on time and grabbed the assigned textbook before covering the pages with a comic book she swiped from a student who was already asleep. Samson on the other hand was annoyed, He may have been used to hiding as usual but even he has limits especially when dealing with classrooms. He was like this back in Meridian as well granted it was when Filia first tried to hide him. Mysteriously her teacher knew of his existence the two never figured out why.

Filia went and refocused on the lesson at hand despite Samson's disdained grumbling covering her and Ruby's ears. "That is why you are here. But first, a story."

"Are you freaking kidding me? A Story?" Samson silently erupted from under Filia's hat "A lot of parasites accuse me of having an ego they clearly never meant this infection. He makes me look like the most caring person in the world." Filia was beginning to sweat bullets if he gets any madder he is bound to get her in trouble. And this time she doesn't have a milkshake to splatter him with should he go ballistic again.

Ruby eyed Filia concerned. Ever since she meant Samson she gained a new perspective on the mysterious traveler and the world she was from. "A world without Grimm" as she called it. "But the threats we face are more sinister." She may not know what the two meant by that but it was clear they live in fear of this so called great evil. She tilted her head back ignoring Samson's ranting as she began to listen back in on the professor's auto-biography.

Course that did not last long because within ten minutes of his story she began doodling the egocentric teacher on her paper to amuse herself.

Weiss on the other hand was on her last straw with her team captain. She angrily eyed her from the side watching her screw off. It was a legit mystery as to why out of the five of them she was selected. "(Was it because she killed the nevermore? It has to be the reason.)" was all she thought watching the red hooded crusader continue to fall asleep draw, on her notes, or even pick her nose. "(Even the useless employee turned huntress was more capable than this child.)" was another thought as she angrily eyed the mysterious baller cap wearing Filia who seemed to be sweating like she was in the middle of an exam fidgeting with her hat. "(Of all people, how did the one that makes Jaune look competent get in?)" She rolled her eyes in anger at the two before returning her attention to the Professor giving his speech.

"So, who among you Believes themselves to be the true embodiment of these traits?" the mustached professor asked. Weiss immediately shot her hand up with a firm belief in her mind she was qualified for such a title. "Well then let us test that he stated looking at the pig cage with several menacing growls coming from it.

Wiess got up and walked to the center of the class. Filia tilted her hat so Samson could see. "Oh, this is going to be good." Samson grinned waiting for her to fight the ridiculous pristine aristocrat. Filia just smiled that he has not caused extreme trouble for her as she watched her get into a fighting stance. The professor opened the cage a boar with bone plated armor came barreling out it's tusk pointed right at Wiess. She parried and rolled out of the way her rapier did nothing to the thick plates on its head. Samson watched amused seeing the way she eyed her opponent waiting for it to strike. "Hey kid watch, Mrs. Noble is going to get caught on its tusk" He grinned watching her stance.

"How can you tell?" Filia asked still watching her teammate.

"Hang in there Wiess" Ruby yelled angering Wiess who was at first looking at for an opening. Now was just blindly charging at creature in front of her.

"She hates her leader" Samson stated right as she got parried by the creature and stuck on its tusks.

"Samson" Filia spoke up "How old are you?"

Samson grinned thinking of an answer "Older than you." giving off a chuckle to her lack of amusement. She went back to watching the fight.

Wiess now, had just been disarmed and pushed to the other side of the room. She began getting up as the creature charged at her. She dodged rolled again causing it to ram into part of the student seating area. As it shook of its confusion Wiess dashed for her Rapier. She got into position as the black pig began picking up momentum like a tire trying to fight several layers of brakes. To Filia she began wondering if this is what her and Samson's hairball maneuver looks like from the outside of the cocoon. It began to charge until it came to a halt as it hit a blue circle made by Wiess somehow. Seeing an opportunity, she retaliated by jumping onto a blue one as it turned black holding her in place before skewering the pig at the throat.

The professor looked at her while she was still breathing heavily on the ground "Bravo, bravo." He stated enthusiastically "it appears we are in the presence of a true huntress in training." Wiess got back to her feet

All the class watched her storm out of the room angry "What did I tell ya." Samson stated non-caring about what happened "She can really learn to lighten up if you ask me."

"Samson." Filia mumbled hoping no one heard him. Luckily no one was paying mind to her.

Peter port was observing the sunset trying to decide on what his next grand tale would be about for his next lesson before a woman approached him. He recognized her as Wiess Schnee

"Ah, Mrs. Schnee" He spoke with a grand persona that fitted his self-righteous posture. "and to what do I owe this fine pleasure?" He questioned her.

Wiess was nervous She to some degree knew the truth as to why she is not the leader compared to Ruby. "I enjoyed your lecture." she stammered waiting to ask her question of course the Professor knew already that she enjoyed his tales of heroism. He began to boast about it when she came clean with her question "I think I should have been put in charge of team RWBY.

Port stood there curious at her belief. True Wiess proved to be far more knowledgeable in combat compared to the rather easily distracted Rose. But her own arrogance toward the situation proved to be her biggest downfall. He was certain that she wasn't even familiar with her whole team compared to Ruby who had an advantage there. She knew little of Blake Belladonna but her teamwork focused demeaner proved to be rather enthusiastic. Yang was Ruby's sister of course the two know each other inside and out, and as of a few nights ago, according to Ozpin and his own observations Ruby is aware of Filia's secret origins. "Miss Schnee" he spoke calmly, "Ozpin's choices have never lead me astray. The only thing that you have proved other than your ability on the battlefield is your attitude toward those on your own team."

Wiess's veins began to budge hearing those words from his mouth. "how dare you." she yelled angered at the professor.

"I believe I have proven my point." He again spoke calmly. "Wiess I'm beginning to believe you are unaware just how unprepared you are for the position as leader." He spoke sternly "in fact I wager that you do not have the trust of anyone on your assigned team."

Wiess began backing down at his words she never enjoyed getting called a spoiled brat without truth. However, she drew the line at the claim that she is untrustworthy. "I am extremely trust worthy I know Blake would stick her neck out for me is it was needed."

At this point, Port was certain how far she was from reality. "Miss Schnee, the only one willing to stick her neck out for you is none other than your hated leader Miss Rose."

"What?"

"even adding more insult to injury most members of her team trust her except you. including a particular charity case."

"(Filia? Of all people, he brings up he chooses the one who makes Jaune look competent.)" she said to herself angered. "Filia should not even be part of our team let along this school." She argued back.

"I'm afraid Mrs. Filia is more than capable of being regarded as part of your team and attending this school, her unique abilities make her something no one here has seen. Perhaps before concluding on a person, you should learn more about them." He stated sternly.

With that Port left leaving Wiess dumbfounded. Watching him leave she began to watch the sunset "(what could a simple store clerk have so secret she would trust a wannabe leader over someone like me?)" with that thought in her head she decided it was best to find out truly what Filia was hiding.

Later that night

Filia was in the main quarters studying the professor's text with Ruby and Yang. It wasn't exactly a good textbook most of it was just it being a history of Remnant. To Yang and Ruby most of it was just a repeat of classes from signal. For Filia however, it was like dedicating part of your brain to a lore book. She put the book down rubbing her for head to settle herself down. "Ugh, how have you people been around for this long?" was what she asked getting an awkward look from Yang and Blake.

"Yeah" Ruby said nervously laughing "with how dangerous they paint Grimm in this it can be baffling."

"Uh, Filia?" Blake asked concerned "How much do you know of Remnant's history?" She then made the realization that instead of halfway through the book she was starting back an additional two hundred and fifty years. "Why are you back that far?"

"The section brought up some kind of second war that was caused by aggressive behavior during the last war." Filia stated continuing her reading. It wasn't helping Samson had fallen asleep either he was clearly bored having to stay hidden. Ever since class Samson has insisted that they were ready to see him. At least Yang and Blake were unfortunately Filia thought otherwise she did spot how Ruby starred at her the entire time during some of the classes should they not hold her interests. Because of that Filia began regretting introducing her parasitic partner. That said it seemed several professors she had were aware of issue Ozpin must have decided it was best to tell them to make sure she was not discovered on accident.

"Hey, you're not looking good." Yang spoke up noticing her inner conflict she was having. Samson seemed to wake from his nap as she spoke. "Something wrong?"

"Um, you are probably just tired, yeah something like that" Ruby began to speak up but trailed off. Filia knew what that she was trying to help her hide Samson but at this rate she just made her look suspect. Yang really gave it away giving her the stink eye like she knew she was lying.

"I think I'll turn in for the night." Filia spoke up deciding it would help draw wandering eyes away from her. She got up and put her books back to her room and grabbed her Shower pack and left for the showers. Any night time students have already cleaned up for the night so there was no difficulty trying to hide Samson. She entered the washroom and took the shower with one of the larger curtains. She started the shower and began to clean as Samson washed himself. "Three weeks." Filia spoke melancholic. Samson looked toward her confused She could sense his eyes on her so she spoke up again "We have officially been here for three weeks." He began to count in his head she was not wrong, wouldn't surprise her if with everything happening she lost hope in ever going home or finding out the mystery that was herself.

Samson sighed he was struggling with his own conflict. "(Should I tell her?)" he asked in his own thoughts. He breathed heavily before speaking sorely. "Kid" He spoke "I should come clean." He was concerned how she would react. So far, she seemed to be curious why he is trying to be friendly with her. "you know how we concluded that I was the cause of your amnesia.' She nodded slowly. "You asked me to wipe your memory."

"What?" Filia seemed more dumbstruck than angered. "Why?"

"I'll tell it back at the room." He said cautiously "It's a long story."

Flashback

I remember the day like it was any other. Trapped in that damn jar. I couldn't do much inside it. I couldn't escape it was like a cell. Death was closing in on me, another six months and that would have been the end of me.

Before I meant you, I was locked away in a jar by Teacher from New Meridian High school used along other captive (or dead) parasites to explain the threat we posse to world around us. Some of us being centuries old. I was around that long, Hell before the skullheart even I'd wager. That damn professor found me after my last hosts death. He locked me in there for five years. Showing me off as part of his collection. That year though, you happened. I don't know the details fully I only saw you three times before your memory was removed by me.

The first time was a simple one he was passing us around the classroom. That was the first time that I saw you. course at the time, our fates were not intertwined. You had another girl with you though. after that day, I never saw her again. Brown haired, cute face clearly innocent unlike you who was clearly protected despite you being unaware of that. Needless to say, I don't know what happened. I felt your presence on me a week later watching behind the glass on the cupboard. I turned an eye onto you with confusion. Yours were red as you left that day. hours later the local clean up help arrived and I was taken figured they were gonna dispose of me. Instead You were there again, messenger bag and a ridiculous amount of cash.

"I hope you know what you're doing." The help said concerned.

"Just keep up your end of the deal." She spoke.

"but Filia, won't your family- "

"I no longer what to know I'm of their blood he is my chance at this." Filia spoke to her angered as she stuffed me into the bag. "Never tell me who I am related to." There was a long pause before she spoke again "I already know I shall return no memory as to who I am. When that day comes treat me like the others for I will have no connection to them."

"As you say."

The inside of this Filia's bag was crammed from what I could tell it was filled with cash, clothes, and I think a few fake passports. All I asked myself during this journey is "who the hell kidnapped me. The smells of New Meridian were my only insight toward what was going on. All I caught wind of was what smelled like food and sea salt. Whoever she was it was clear that she was near either the harbor of the water slums.

What felt like an hour passed before she closed a door and placed her bag on something bouncy must be a bed. Leave it to a spoiled runt to think I'm some kind of damn pet. Finally, the flap of the bag opened and her hand reached in pulling my cell opening its door and tossing me into a box. Inside to my surprise was what looked like a massive turkey. I'm not the type to let a meal got to waste so I swallowed the bird whole as she walked off to the bathroom an ashtray and those IDs in hand. She put them in the ash tray drizzled something on them and lit a match to burn them. I kept asking who this woman is but it seemed she was aware of my own confusion. She walked up to the box that was holding me and began to speak. "Hello" her response was straight and to the point.

"What do you want?" I asked aggressively trying to scare this person away.

"Oh, down to business" she seemed disappointed to be honest. She was clearly a rooky. "Okay I'll get to the point." I eyed her as I continued my feast. "I want you to erase my memories." I coughed up some of the meat from her response. "I no longer want to be affiliated with my family you're my best option for that."

"Look lady" I responded "you are not going to like what I'll have to do to you if that's the case."

"I am aware what Your parasites do and how it works." She spoke determined it was almost unsettling how much she was okay with what could be equated to a memory suicide. "But I already have lived with monsters. What the point if I replace four in human clothes with an actual."

I sighed "You got guts kid I'll give ya that." I took another bite of the bird. "But I'm not into the type that are interested in being infected." She began to look down disappointed. If why she is doing this is true, I just figured what the hell. "That being said I do owe you for Saving my hide. Name's Samson kid, and you better be ready to deal with hell till the day you die."

With that I leaped onto her infecting her hair for it to become my new home erasing her memories in the process she was out cold till day break.

Back in present time

Filia looked at Samson almost feeling betrayed "Why?" She asked tears filling her eyes. "Why didn't you tell me?"

"Kid, the way you acted that night suggested that whatever your looking for was going to lead you into a world of pain." Samson spoke defending himself. "I did what I could to help you but You did not want me to tell you anything regarding it. All I know is that you were running from something and that's it."

He doesn't blame Filia for feeling betrayed. At the same time Filia couldn't blame Samson for withholding that information simply since neither had a good idea as to why they did. He was just as much confused as her on the events that unfolded that night. "Kid I'm sorry but I got an idea should we ever return to make up for it." Filia straightened herself out and began to listen. "We could do what we thought was improbable and chase down the Skullheart."

Filia thought on that idea. It was theoretical but she thought on the story he heard from Samson. "as tempting as that is I think its best we forget about my past. At least, for now anyways." She spoke little more cheerful than she had the last week and half. Smiling in the mirror. "And tomorrow we'll start by showing people how we fight downtown." She stated that a new fire in her eyes to Samson's surprise.

He simply grinned extending her hair to form that of wind catching it as signs off approval. "I like the sounds of this. Finally, some action."

Epilogue

"That is all I can say regarding my theories professor. She's not qualified to be a huntress." Goodwitch spoke to Ozpin concerned.

"I understand your concern about Filia but I believe you are undermining Samson in your equation." Ozpin spoke as calm as ever. "In theory, Filia and Samson is the epitome of teamwork on a level most students would spend years trying to master."

Goodwitch angrily eyed him as she approached his desk. "She has no aura." Her tone suggested her holding a high amount of annoyance toward the professor for what seemed to be one of his ludicrous schemes." You heard Professor Oobleck yourself, there are too many unknown variables in such a practice. We can't guarantee if Filia's aura would kill the two of them due to the fact Samson is a parasite."

"Now Mrs. Goodwitch." Ozpin spoke calmly I have faith that they will do well even without aura to protect them if you are so concerned you can talk to our associates at Atlas and see how they would treat her after discovering her case."

The two stared each other in their eyes trying to see who would concede first. in the end Goodwitch leaned back from the headmaster and went to leave. suddenly her tablet began reacting. she looked down at her screen and looked at Ozpin. "For her sake, I hope you are correct." she spoke gravely looking back down at the screen. "She plans to fight tomorrow."