You Feel Like Home Chapter 3, a rwby fanfic

Quick A/N: (edited 10/13/15) There were some concerns about not knowing the point in time scenes take place. Assume present day (early fall, 2 years after graduation) unless otherwise noted after a line break. Hope this helps clear up some confusion.

Weiss sat in her chair, elbows on her knees and her head in her hands. Sometimes it's nice being the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company, she thought to herself. The Frost, Weiss' personal air ship cut through the early morning air. She had wanted to leave right away but the police insisted on asking her a thousand questions that Weiss swore she answered a dozen times to a dozen different officers.

Of course they wanted a detailed account of the events that took place in her kitchen. So Weiss painstakingly recounted to a dozen different officers how she had heard the masked intruder in her home, defended herself against the attacks and watched as he took the cyanide.

Weiss sat back in her seat, feeling the comfortable leather envelope her as the pilot made his final approach into Vale. At the landing pad just outside of Vale, she would meet up with one of her drivers. From there, they would make the short trip to Blake and Yang's small home. Where I will be welcomed with a bear hug and a very concerned Blake. Weiss shuddered at the thought of the blonde's famous hugs. She wasn't the biggest fan of hugs; the CEO preferred her personal space.

So as her town car made its way to the small house on the outskirts of Vale, Weiss was lost in thought. He had said 'We'. Then there was the person I saw running into the woods. These were trained killers sent after me. Weiss watched the countryside zoom past, her destination was only about fifteen minutes from her designated landing pad. A small herd of cattle grazed lazily on the short grass of the field as their shepherd clothed in a plaid kilt watched over them. Granted they weren't very GOOD trained killers.

The car came to a slow stop in front of a one-story home. A yellow and black motorcycle sat in the drive, freshly washed and waxed. She does love Bumblebee, Weiss smiled. Stepping out of her town car, Weiss steeled herself for the onslaught she was about to receive. Reaching for the door knob, Weiss took a deep breath. Suddenly, the door flew open and a hand grabbed her by the shoulder, pulling the white-haired woman into the house.

(about 30 seconds after Weiss' call with Yang)

"CRACK" … "ting"

The 21-year old huntress smirked, folding away her sniper rifle. The bodies of three beowolves lay on the ground, near a large oak tree. To anyone standing near the girl, there wasn't a threat to be dealt with. The beowolves hadn't been bothering anyone; they just simply… existed. But to the red-head, they were stress relief.

Not even an hour before, Ruby had received a call. She was walking the forest outside of Mistral. The Grimm had been a big threat there over the last couple of years but nobody could quite figure out why. Ruby was determined to find out. So when her scroll buzzed, it came as a bit of a shock. She hadn't seen her older sister Yang since her engagement announcement. Yang had to have known she was busy, why would she be calling her?

"Hello?" Ruby answered with a slight note of worry in her voice.

"Ruby, where are you?" Yang responded quickly, a not-so-subtle hint of concern in the brawler's voice.

"I'm in the forest outside of Mistral. Yang, what's going on?"

A sigh was her only response.

"Yang? This is was clearly important; you know I've been busy. What's going on?"

"It's Weiss. She was attacked in her home. She's on her way over here and we want you here too," Yang finally admitted.

"You know I can't do that… I have to help the people of Mistral, Yang. I can't just pick up and leave, I know I'm close to figuring this out. Besides, I'll be coming home in a week in time for the wedding."

"Ruby, you know I wouldn't usually be this concerned over someone breaking into Weiss' place, you know she can handle herself…" Yang trailed off. Ruby picked up on it almost immediately.

"What aren't you telling me?"

"Ruby, Weiss said this wasn't just a break in. They were waiting for her. It was two trained men, waiting to ambush her. She's lucky she has her training from Beacon. Blake is concerned and so am I," Yang said, a heavy sigh escaping. "Blake and I can't protect her."

"Can't you just contact Ozpin or something?" Ruby questioned, "I'm sure he knows plenty of hunters that would be willing to look into it."

"We already talked to Weiss about that. She doesn't trust anyone to help her outside of us and JNPR," Yang continued, "and JNPR is out taking care of a large Deathstalker that's been terrorizing a small village." After a few seconds, Yang added quietly, "Besides, Ozpin already recommended that you were to come home. You've been gone a long time Ruby." A distinct tone of sadness fell over Yang's voice.

Ruby frowned, thoughts running a mile a second. She was needed, here in Mistral, where the Grimm seemed to be growing every day. But on the other hand, it has been awhile since I've been home… Well, Yang's couch. A small smile crept onto her face. "Alright Yang, I'll be back within a couple days. Can Ozpin send someone out here to take over for me?"

A laugh erupted from the other side of the scroll. "Oh Ruby, it'll take a full team to replace you out there. We'll see you soon." The call ended with a click. Ruby pocketed the small device and started the small trek back to her base camp

I guess it would be nice to see Blake and Yang before the big day, Ruby smiled. In truth, Ruby was looking forward to the wedding. She was so happy when they finally announced their engagement, despite her being out on another long mission. She had asked for a short term of leave from their mission from her squad leader. After consideration (and a very convincing puppy-eyed look), Ruby was granted leave for three days. The only terms was that Ruby help finish clearing a sector of the marshlands that were said to be a hot spot for Grimm activity. Ruby agreed immediately, despite knowing it would be a boring patrol.

It was only after killing off what seemed to be the two hundredth beowolf that Ruby finally boarded the air ship back to Vale. The battle had been taxing on the young huntress, physically and mentally. She was forced to watch as one of the young hunters in her group was overrun, powerless to stop the beowolves attacking him. He was on his first mission as a full-fledged hunter. As soon as the air ship had taken off, Ruby passed out, far too exhausted to stay awake. Her sleep on the way back to Vale had been restless, nightmares of the young hunter replaying in her head. It wasn't until she had arrived to Blake and Yang's home that she finally started to relax. It wasn't until she saw her that she completely relaxed; her white haired ex-partner always seemed to have that cooling effect to Ruby.

(a few months after their graduation)

It struck Ruby how much she missed her old partner as soon as she saw her at the table. She looked a little tired, but Ruby guessed that was from working so hard at her father's company. It had only been a few months since they last said goodbye a week after graduation. Ruby was to pursue a job being a full-time huntress, travelling the world to help those in need. It was exactly what she had set out to do from the very beginning of their time at Beacon. Weiss was to move back to Atlas and take a job at Schnee Dust Company. It was exactly what her future had been laid out as from the very beginning of her life.

So seeing Weiss, mid-bite, again after a few months apart, Ruby's heart skipped a beat. She hadn't forgotten the night before Weiss was to leave that the two had spilled their feelings for each other. Judging by the ever-growing blush on Weiss' face, Ruby noted that Weiss hadn't forgotten either. Excusing herself to the shower to clean up, Ruby quickly made her way down the hall, away from the white-haired girl.

Joining the large table of friends some time later, Ruby felt at home again. It had been awhile since Ruby had enjoyed the company of her friends; the life of a roving huntress was a busy, solitary one. Just as quickly as she had arrived anywhere, they were already packing up again, off to help some other village or some other group. So it wasn't until her older sister snapped her out of her thoughts that Ruby remembered her present company.

"So Ruby, how's the mission been going?" her older sister beamed from next to her, wrapping her in a big side hug.

"Oh, come on Yang. You know I can't give you any details," the younger sister responded, "Just know it's been… It's been going well."

Yang raised an eyebrow at the younger girl's pause, but a subtle nudge from her fiancée told her not to bring it up. I know something happened; I'll just have to ask later, Yang thought. "Well, it's good to have you back, sis!" she exclaimed, squeezing her sister tighter before letting her go. The rest of the table echoed the sentiment. "There's plenty to eat so dig in!"

Ruby smiled at her before nodding slightly, adding some food to her untouched plate as the others were just starting to finish. "Congrats by the way Yang, I don't think I ever got to formally say so," Ruby said, scooping some potatoes onto her plate while grabbing several cookies of a large platter. "And welcome to the family Blake!" Ruby beamed.

"Thank you Ruby," the Faunus replied, "I'm glad to be so welcomed."

Weiss simply sat quietly across the table, a continuous light blush across her cheeks. Thoughts of the last night spent between the two partners danced in her head.

… I really like you Weiss, I have for years. I've just been too nervous to tell you…

… Oh, Ruby. I've wanted to hear you say that for so long. Are you sure I can't convince you to stay? ...

… I'm sorry, Weiss. But this is what I've always wanted to do and I have the perfect opportunity to go out and help people…

… I understand. Then can we just have tonight? Together? …

… I'd like that Weiss…

Weiss' blush only intensified as she remembered Ruby asleep, cuddled into her side as the movie they had been watching rolled into its credits.

" –busy, but would you be my maid of honor?" Weiss snapped out of her memories, grateful for the distraction. Collecting herself, Weiss finally replied, "I'm sorry, what did you say Blake?"

"I said, I know that you're busy, but would you be my maid of honor?" Blake smiled warmly.

Weiss simply gave a small nod and smile, "I'd be honored Blake."

Yang quickly piped up, "Well I know Ruby will be my side! Right, Ruby?" Yang pulled her sister into another side-hug; the constant highly affectionate trait of Yang's once again presenting itself.

"Of course, Yang! I can't wait!" Ruby beamed back, pulling the blonde closer.

The rest of the night had passed quietly, with each group (including one very drunk Nora, held up by Ren) extending their congratulations once again as they exited the home. The rest of the night had belonged to team RWBY, catching up with each other over drinks (minus Ruby, who quote: "would never touch the stuff").

(back to present day)

It was a wonderful night, Ruby thought to herself, packing up a few belongings before heading out for a nearby airfield. That is, until the next day. Ruby sighed, walking along a small path, Crescent Rose tucked securely behind her back. Never know when you'll need your weapon.

"This is going to be rough," the red head said out loud, drawing up her bag a little closer. "It's only been two years since I ran away from her."

A/N: Another chapter down. I thought about going to longer chapters as many of you have suggested, but I really like the format I'm in right now. As for the story, updates might come slower for a little while. I've had a few days off from work which is why I started this story. Bear with me and I'll keep updating as I can find the time to write. Big shout out to my friend below who's been editing this story for me. Keep leaving reviews guys, it's super helpful.

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