The accident which occurred with Jaune Arc and Cardin Winchester was kept in secret. They wouldn't want to start a panic at their school, where all the new students are coming in. Not only that, it would be really bad for Beacon if such actions happened in their ground. They didn't want to do it this way but it's the cleanest way they could go, trouble with the council is already pouring in, it would be more problematic for the Academy to face such trial.
But that didn't mean that Jaune wouldn't go unpunished, as is Cardin Winchester for shoving Jaune. It's a little bit on Jaune's favor but the school just had to do something for the two of them. Of course, Cardin, the boy who shove the other one, was talked that this is only for a show towards the people. They were in a public place, so no matter how discreet they are, someone will still see them.
With the help of Aura, the wound that Cardin received was gone already, but the fear for the boy didn't go away.
For now, the two, like everyone else, is assembled at the hall. The hall where every new students are welcomed, as the headmaster of this school would make his introduction. He was too busy to coordinate anything regarding the accident earlier so he left it to a another professor, still, he hopes that whatever decision that they'll make would end up for the best.
Jaune is walking near the stage, where Ozpin would make his introductions. Everyone is still gathering there so they haven't started yet.
As the boy made his way through the crowd, the people noticed him. Whispers here and there can be heard, though he paid it no mind, it was still somewhat annoying. Everyone who knew him has gotten out of his way, there's no fear from them, but respect. He was treated as somewhat higher ranked than a normal human being. God level would be too exaggerating, but the way they acted was near that point.
"You're Jaune Arc, right?" a woman dressed in white said, so did her hair, like a snow falling gracefully into the ground.
He glanced at the woman, he saw a few more girls behind her. One was blond like him, the other is a black-haired girl with a few tints of red on her. He nodded, not in an impolite way but in a quiet type. Sure his view in life is all about winning, but that didn't meant that he doesn't respect anyone. Not until he saw who they are completely.
He hated those who act all mighty just because he or she just defeated a popular opponent. That's nothing. It's irrelevant, to brag things like that just because of a single victory. Still, there's a confusing thought that it was still a victory. He doesn't believed in luck, neither does he believe that winning because of 'luck' is a complete victory.
"I-I'm Weiss, please to m-meet you." she said shyly, her eyes on the ground as her fingers played with each other behind her back.
"Jaune Arc." he replied, offering his hand to shake. He knew her, or at least he's heard of her. She was one of the many candidates his father had chosen, not that he discussed it with him, but his father isn't also discreet about something as trivial as that. It was all for the company, he knew, and not for him. The woman gladly shook hands with him.
He's wearing a sleeveless undershirt, as his unbuttoned shirt is hanging over his shoulders. The boy was walking towards his destination, well, where he was designated to sleep. The orders Ozpin gave after the introductions was to sleep at a particular building, since they still has no partners their dorm must wait for tomorrow. Where a test will be done to test and proved that their partner for the next four years will be for their best.
"Yeah, yeah.. I know- go talk to him!" he overheard one of the few girls who are grouped together, the others giggled as the one they're pushing to talk to him can't absolutely do it. The woman was hesitating whether she'd be worth his time, or if she's just too shy to talk.
He was alone. That's the good and bad thing about being him.
Then the guys walking was talking way too loud, loud enough for almost everyone to hear. Provoking him or something like that, but he knew these guys are trash. They wouldn't reach what he achieved by being a blabbermouth. "Do you think he's that strong." one of the guys said, it wasn't a question based on his tone. "No, man, he's probably using his family name. I could take him." the other one said, but he paid them no mind. They're a waste of energy.
He was startled a bit when a woman's voice almost screaming near his ear. "Hi! I'm Nora, and this is Ren. Say hi, Ren." he gave a questioning look, this was the first time he encountered such strange creature after all. It was almost like she wasn't looking at his last name, but who he really is. "Ren! Say hi!" she snapped, dragging back the man beside her.
The man named Ren nodded, he returned it with a nod as well.
"They say you're really strong, is that true?" she suddenly asked, placing her sleeping bag besides Ren, whom she placed besides Jaune.
He can clearly tell that this woman is in fact weird. But he could also tell that she's not lying nor onto something. She's just saying what's on her mind, and now, he's the current topic. Or target if you prefer.
"Do you wish to see my strength?" Jaune smirked, and the other guy could really feel that this is going out of hand.
"Nope." she replied in a nonchalant way.
Weird.
"Then why did you asked me?" he replied, his tone is somewhat monotone yet intimidating.
"Is that wrong? Asking you with a question?" she put each of her hands on her hip, it almost feels like she's the mother and clearly she's dominating him.
"I am sorry then. My mistake." he replied. "To answer your question, yes I am." he added, everyone felt that it's somewhat arrogance, but not for him. He was simply stating the facts.
"But are you the strongest?" another student intervened, which quickly hides in the crowd.
He soon realized that everyone was watching him, well, his conversation with this mysterious and weird woman.
He stood up, "The only one who can beat me, is me." he stated, his voice wasn't bragging what he just said. They could think that he's arrogant and just all talk, but he doesn't need their opinion. He knows himself, and never will he allow himself to lose, no matter what. For the others, they could see that what he said just might be true. A little blurry for now, but they believed in him, deep down.
Before the test was about to begin, Ozpin gave them the instructions on what to do in the upcoming test.
Easy enough for him, he was more than ready. But the third person besides Ozpin and Glynda Goodwitch somewhat distracted him. After all, he knew that person all too well. "Miss Alexandra, please prepare every students for their take off." Ozpin ordered. The beautiful woman checked each and everyone's pad before they are to be sent flying high in the sky.
His faced looks focused. But deep down he isn't. He's just a little afraid that his sister would try and do something bold which he might not prevent. She's way too cunning for him, too unpredictable, and is always one step ahead of what usually happens.
His face was so focused that the only thing who couldn't understand it is a dumb one. Which would require him wearing something like 'Please don't disturb me' shirt or a plaque.
She's now checking Jaune's pad, after that she went near his ear "Ooh.. so focused." she whispered playfully, her hand slightly touching his.
He paid her no mind, it's the only effective way to shut her up.
Since he's the last one to be launched, Ozpin and Glynda are already looking the first students to land.
He winked at her, just in time before he too was finally launched into the sky.
I need reviews guys! Okay, so Jaune has a weakness for his eldest sister. Who wouldn't? Getting treated like that will have some effect on you, no matter how much you deny it.