Ok. Well, this story is going to go so off-canon, that it's not funny. Just bear with me… Cause you're going to have so many questions that I will be happy to answer. Onward to the next chapter! Chapter 6!

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Chapter 6: Reinforcements

Conference Room: Winter

I rub my eyes mercilessly, trying to get rid of the heavy lidded sensation that comes with exhaustion. Footsteps echo down the hallway and I see the two girls walking toward me with grinning faces and entwined hands. I give them a tired smile. "Good morning, Azura, Ravena."

Ravena stops in the doorway and throws a concerned look my way. "Didn't you sleep at all, Win?"

I shake my head. "No. I was following leads all night." I place my hand over my mouth to staunch a yawn.

Azura waggles her finger at me. "Girl, you should have been sleeping, not chasing stories."

"I know, I know. But we only have today left. They strike at midnight. How can I sleep with this looming over me?"

"Calm down, Winter." Ravena lets go of Azura's hand to come stand behind me. She places her hand gently on my shoulder, trying to calm me. "We'll find them. I know we will. We just might have to call in reinforcements."

I yawn again. "You're right. We should call in help." I stand up and make my way over to my scroll. I dial Weiss' number and wait for her to answer.

On the screen, a little, peppy, dark haired girl pops up on the screen. "Weiss Schnee's scroll, here. How may I help you?"

Ravena steps in front of me. "Ruby! How's it going?"

The girl, Ruby, visibly perks up at the sight of Ravena. "Oh my gods, Rae! It's going good." She turns to look at Winter carefully. "What about you?"

"Good, good. Well… we may need some help, though." I glance over at Ravena, who starts to bite her bottom lip.

I take her place in front of the screen. "Hi. Well, aren't you just a cute little thing. My sister is really lucky to have you."

Ruby is taken aback by this statement and looks toward something or someone out of our view. "Uh…"

A disembodied voice on the other end just starts to speak. "Oh, she know, you dolt. I let it slip early this morning."

"Oh… Okay!" Her smile again spreads across her face. I smile back. "Well, um, I guess so." She looks over again. "Weiss, save me!"

"Give me that, you dolt." Weiss' voice softens on the word dolt. "Hello, Winter."

"Well hello, Weissy." I chuckle behind my hand. "That towel certainly looks good on you."

Her eyes go wide, and the scroll drops to the floor. "Gah!" I cover my eyes at the view she just provided us. I look around the room to see Azura and Ravena do the same. "Pick the damn scroll up, you idiot!"

Ruby swoops down and grabs the scroll. "Weiss! What'd you do that for?!" Weiss is currently out of sight, and I assume she's getting dressed.

"Can I look now?" Ravena whispers to me, her eyes still covered.

"Yes. Ruby has the scroll now." I state with annoyance seeping from my tone.

"Thank the gods."

"So, um… Help?" Ruby scratches her forehead, trying to get us all on track again.

"Oh! Yes! We're going to need your team's help, Ruby."

Ruby tilts her hand in an adorable, puppy-like manner. "For what? Is it a mission?"

I wince at her naivety. "Not… necessarily."

"Do we have permission from Ozpin, cause we do still have school."

I clear my throat. "Well, I can get it cleared, if that's what you're asking."

Her face takes on a serious expression. "That's precisely what I'm asking."

Suddenly, Weiss appears beside Ruby, their bodies unnecessarily close together. "What are we supposed to do, though?"

"You will help us take down a White Fang effort to start a revolution to sow discord in Remnant."

Weiss goes quiet, but Ruby seems to bounce in her seat. "Whoa! Really?"

Weiss turns to Ruby and puts her hands on her shoulders, trying to get her to settle down. "Ruby! This is a dangerous force to be reckoned with. We have to be very cautious."

"I know, Weiss. It's just... I haven't been on a mission yet, and this sounds so important. I just can't contain myself, ya know?" She looks away sheepishly. "I might have also had the entire pack of cookies you hid in your drawer."

"Ruby, you dolt." Weiss whispers this lovingly as she plays with Ruby's hair.

Azura clears her throat, making the two girls on the screen startle. "As cute as that moment was, we still need to tell you what's happening. In fact, I still need to know what's happening!"

Ravena puts her arm around Azura and coos at her. I look from the screen to them in disbelief. "Didn't we just break up a mush fest? Come on, girls! THis isn't makeout palooza! We have work to do."

Weiss straightens and looks at her sister. "You're right. As much as I hate to admit it, Father is getting the upper hand. I'll be happy to help, but this isn't our decision alone. We have two more members that need to give their consent."

Conveniently, almost like fate, the pair in question is heard on the other side. "But, Blakey! I want to pet them…" A voice whines annoyingly.

"No, Yang." There was a slight pause. "I said no!"

"But, but… pwease?"

A sigh echoes in the room. "Fine, but only for a few seconds."

There was a shuffling sound and a squeal of delight before Weiss points at her scroll. Then, everything went eerily quiet. An indignant voice resonates. "Weiss, why didn't you tell me that you were on your scroll?" Then, more quietly, "Did… did they hear about the ears?"

Weiss nods. "Shit!" A shuffling was heard, then a door opens. A loud bang errupts in the background, causing me to cringe. "Blakey, get back here!"

"No! They know now! I don't even know who's on the other line! Please, Yang, just let me go."

"Nope. Not gonna happen, Blakey."

Ravena looks at me hesitantly and mouths, 'I know her.' I nod for her to go ahead.

"Blake, it's me." Suddenly, the struggle stops.

Blake pops up behind Weiss and Ruby. "Oh. Um… sorry about that."

Ravena flashes a sincere smile. "No problem, chica. I know how it is." She hides mouth from us and whispers, "Plus, your ears are cute." Ravena winks, making Blake smile.

"Well, then. If this fuss is over, I'd like to proceed." Everyone nods at Winter, except Blake, who eyes her suspiciously. "I have a mission for you. I will clear it with Ozpin, of course. I need your help stopping White Fang from converting Faunus slaves in my father's mines."

Blake's eyes bulge at this statement. "Slaves?"

"Yes, slaves. Now, we do have to stop them from siding with the White Fang, but we can free them. I want them to be free. Are you with me?"

Yang pops up in front of Weiss. "Do you know what mines?"

"They're in Mistral, but the exact location is yet unknown. We have until midnight tonight to find it and make a plan. As soon as I contact Ozpin, you guys are going to be on the fastest airship to our current hiding place." All four of them nod, contemplating the situation. "Anymore questions?"

Blake looks me straight in the eyes. "I have one. Why do you want to free the slaves?"

I smirk. "Anything to screw with my father?"

Blake shakes her head. "No, I want the real reason."

I sigh deeply. "No one deserves to be caged. No one deserves to be forced to do something against their will. No one should be collared." I finish my little speech with a sorrowful breath.

Blake's eyes narrow at me. "Indeed." The was a pregnant pause before, "I believe you. I'm in."

I breathe a sigh of relief. "Good. Okay, I'm going to call Ozzie next. I'll talk to you later." Everybody calls out their goodbyes before I end the call. "That was easier than I expected. Except, maybe, seeing my sister's private parts. That was entirely unpleasant." Ravena and Azura echo their agreement. "Now to call Ozzie.

The screen lights up again, show the transfer of the call. The screen shows blonde hair but not much else. A clearly annoyed voice calls out to a distant figure. "But this is your scroll, Professor. Why am I answering it?"

"Because, Winter is calling."

"What is so wrong with her? She's a fine young lady and accomplished Huntress."

"She's also as intimidating as you are, Glynda."

The blonde scoffs. "Why thank you, Professor." I could just taste the sarcasm from her, it was so thick in her tone.

I clear my throat, making the blonde turn her head. "Well, as entertaining as that was, I'd like to speak with Ozzie, dear Goodwitch."

Her expression is one of bemusement as she stands fluidly and walks to Ozpin. "She wants to speak with you, sir."

He adopts a whisper. "Can you take a message?"

"No, she cannot, Professor. This is a matter of great importance."

Glynda thrusts the scroll into Ozpin's hands. "You heard her, professor. Great importance. Talk to the girl."

Ozpin sighs. "Thank you, Glynda." He turns toward the screen and puts on a faux smile. "Winter! How are you?"

"I'm fine, Ozzie, but I called you for a reason. I'd like you to deploy Team RWBY to my location."

Ozpin's eyebrows raised. "And why, exactly, would I be doing this, Miss Schnee?"

"Because I need them."

"Do I get anymore information?" Ozpin looks at me curiously.

"I'll tell you that it has something to do with my father."

I grin at him when he flounders for words. He gives up easily, very contradictory to his usual manner. "Fine. I'll get them to you by tomorrow."

"That won't do. I need them within five hours. Make it happen Ozzie. I know you can work miracles." I end the call before he can answer me. Then, I shoot a text to Weiss, telling her the mission is a go, and that they need to get packed and ready to go by the time Ozpin contacts them. She answered me with an affirmative. I lean back in my chair and close my eyes, letting myself fall into a deep sleep to my tired body.

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A/N: Ozpin, afraid of Winter. Hilarious. Don't worry, he'll get over it. Anywho, follow, favorite, review!