Author's Note: I acknowledge Ozpin's, Ironwood's, Qrow's and Glynda's are not in character and I apologize for that. But, please enjoy the Oneshot.

"My answer is no, Ozpin. I understand you view us as a powerful ally, but I will not get the Secreta involved in your cold war between your faction and…..Her own faction. The hologram of Jezius said to Ozpin and his fellow allies. The answer made Ozpin eyebrows tighten a bit while Qrow, Glynda and Ironwood were flabbergasted, frustrated and a quiet sight since while the Secreta Secretorum has fought against the enemies of Mankind and Faunuskind, their refusal to join Ozpin's faction was not what he and the others was expecting-

"Are you kidding me? You guys have state-of-the-art tech and whatsoever you have….Hell, you beat Atlas by miles and miles in terms of cybernetics and biological stuff. While I would agree with you if this happened a few years ago….This is not the time to cockblock us Jezzy. " Qrow looked into the hologram's eyes, which Jezius raised a brow at Qrow's non drunk state. Qrow is….Something, but he does have a point which Ironwood and Glynda reluctantly agree.

While I very rarely agree with him….Qrow does have a point-" Glynda was immediately cut off as the Branwen continues his rant

"The Grimm is getting more dangerous…The White Fang are getting bolder by the day….The MSF is getting closer to your so-called Doomsday date! Look….Just agree to help us….We can't do this alone…." Qrow collects himself as he finishes his rant to Jezius much to the surprise of Ironwood and Glynda and the small amusement of Ozpin since this is one of few times Qrow doesn't have any sort of alcohol in his system. "Just…..Stop being a dick and help us"

"I see…." Jezius looks to Glynda and Ironwood for their responses. Unlike the Branwen, Jezius knows that what Glynda and Ironwood will say will be more professional and mature then Qrow's rather interesting rant. "Glynda, James….What do you have to say?"

"Well….It's rather frustrating that you decline at a time like this. While I would very rarely agree with Branwen on well, anything… He does raise some points even if they're rather out of his usual tone" She looks at Qrow as he snorts and he gives a rather annoyed look. "You must understand the situation here isn't some bandit raid….Her underlings are a main concern regarding the Maidens-" Glynda was interrupted by Jezius

"Yes, yes….I know about the Maidens and their high value target status amongst her faction….But the Metastreumonic does have interest and I did try to convince you to use the artifact-" This time, it's Ironwood's turn to interrupt Jezius

"That artifact was abominable by any sort of standard….It's power of capturing souls is while very powerful it's extremely dangerous since you did mention it's easy to exploit and abuse it once" Ironwood looks at Jezuis' hologram with a stern look as he crosses his arms and sighs. "Times have changed since the wars Jezius…..Help us with her faction and we can help you try to stop the Transcendent-" Jezius raises his hand as the gesture for Ironwood to stop speaking and looks around Ozpin's office, looking at each person like he's looking into their very soul. "How….? Some of your very best knights, soldiers and Huntsmen have failed every time a confrontation happens between them and the Transcendent squadrons….While casualties on sides of a battle do happen…The Transcendent almost always come on top because of many factors….So how can you help the Secreta and E.Y.E with this? Jezius looks Ironwood dead in the eyes as he waits for a good answer from the Atlesthan General.

"Like I said Jezius, times have changed. I understand your technology in cybernetics, biology and other matters, but you're sticking to rather old traditions and unofficial neutrality like the now defunct company, SLM during the Faunus Revolution years ago. What I'm trying to say….These times, one has to pick a side nowadays" James finishes as he looks at Jezius' hologram, which has him contemplating what everyone except Ozpin said. After what seemed like eternity, Jezius looks at everyone in the office and sighs.

"Fine….I'll allow Secreta and E.Y.E to send it's warriors to Beacon in time for the festival under the guise of them being a very obscure Huntsmen company….The Culter will aid in preparations and other military affairs while the Jians will be agents and our brothers in arms if something cataclysmic happens during the festival or tournament" Jezius finishes as he looks at Qrow, James and Glynda nodding in appreciation, with Ozpin in deep thought "Something on your mind Ozpin?"

"Hmmm…..I say your plan is a good idea Jezius…But we need the Big Three to be here in person for a more direct approach" Jezius' eyes widen at the mention of the Big Three: Rolam, Rimanah and Rexlos. While they're very busy because of many things, especially Rolam having an apprentice in training. "Their input and skills will help in the long run"

Jezius sighs after a few seconds. "Very well….I'll contact them and send them in…Assuming they accept. Good luck Ozpin…You'll need it" Jezius finally disappears from the table, with no noise…

"God…I need a drink" Qrow pulls out a flask and consumes it's contents, much to the chagrin of Glynda and James…And much to Ozpin's amusement

The End

Author's Notes: Yes it's short, but trying to get back into writing and my brain is sleepy at the time of publishing this