The next day, in Beacon's cafeteria, it was early enough that there were only two people in the room. These two were Lykaon and Owain who were 'politely' discussing the events of last night and trying to decide on the next move. Lykaon was arguing for them to attack and take Dracul, Eliza and Blaine out of the equation, whereas Owain wanted them to be more cautious and wait as he was aware of the danger that the trio posed. It was during a more heated portion of the debate that Anastasia and Paris entered, only to be greeted by Lykaon storming out of the room,and the ever stoic Owain calmly eating his breakfast. An extremely confused Paris and Anastasia joined Owain at the table before Paris asked "What in the name of dust happened between you two?" clearly worried about the relationship between the two friends. Owain looked up before shrugging "Just a little argument about last night, no biggie" he said with a small smile.
Upon hearing the explanation Anastasia spoke "Well you'd better tell us what were going to do about the Shadows, and I hope it involves some form of attack or ambushes or FIRE!" she said a bit too enthusiastically. Owain sighed and Paris said "While I don't relish the thought of taking 'them' out like Anastasia does, I certainly agree with Anastasia, and probably Lykaon that we need to strike back". Upon hearing these words Owain quickly became disheartened "Well it appears that I am outvoted, but it will take more then us four, and I will not allow Ruby and her team to help." Owain said, determined to stick with what he had said.
"Well, dear, you don't have much of a choice" upon hearing the voice his heart sank and he turned to see Ruby and her team standing nearby. Owain opened his mouth to say something, but Weiss spoke first. "Don't bother arguing, Owain, it won't make a difference". Owain sighed. "Fine meet us in my dorm after I finish my breakfast".
Roughly an hour later (it takes Owain a long time to eat it appears) the entirety of Team OPAL and Team RWBY were in Team OPAL's dorm, hearing Owain talk about his plan as he had been accepted as au fait with strategy, Weiss, as she was the next best, there if he required assistance. "Right. Blake, Paris and Anastasia need to find the hideout, I can only say for certain that it will be a small house." Owain said and Blake nodded before she and Anastasia left the room. "The rest of you will wait in Team RWBY's dorm while me and Weiss plan out the attack." Owain continued and everyone nodded as they left, leaving Weiss and Owain alone to plan.
An hour passed as Owain and Weiss had meticulously planned out a simple, but effective plan and were going through it once more to perfect it when a light knock was heard and Owain opened it to reveal a sad looking Ruby, who proceeded to jump into Owain's arms and kiss him lightly on the lips. Their embrace was interrupted by Weiss who coughed before saying "Owain, we still need to go through the plan. Ruby, seeing as you're here , you can help" Ruby squealed in delight and sat down next to Weiss. "So,what's the plan." Owain was the first to reply. "Well, when Blake and Anastasia get back to us with the location, the first thing is that we need to rendezvous near the objective. After that, Yang and Lykaon will enter the building first as they are the best close quarters fighters. After that, Weiss, Paris and I will enter the building, while you, Blake and Anastasia position yourselves on any nearby rooftops and eliminate the stragglers or any reinforcements." Ruby nodded, showing she understood the plan before Blake burst into the room, exclaiming "We found it!"
"You sure?" Owain asked, looking at Paris. She nodded "I saw Blaine enter the building."
"We all know what we're doing" Owain asked, and when he was satisfied said "Lets do this, but if possible, take Blaine and Eliza alive". Thirty minutes later, Owain was watching as Yang and Lykaon approach the building, promptly kicking the door down and entering. Owain, Paris and Weiss followed shortly after, only to be greeted by the sound of weapons clashing and Yang leaning against a wall, clutching her arm. "The big guy jumped me, but Lykaon got him" she said, smiling slightly and pointing down the wall to an unconscious Blaine next to a large dent in the wall. "Ruby!" Owain shouted and she was there instantly. "I need you to take Yang back to Beacon" she nodded before helping Yang. "Paris, I need you to watch over Blaine" Owain said before continuing forward with Weiss and entering the kitchen and dining room area to find Lykaon dueling with Eliza, who was quickly forcing Lykaon backwards. She was able to gain the upper hand and forced Lykaon to the ground. As she was about to deliver the coup de grace, Owain threw his spear, it going through her stomach. She stood for a moment, stunned, before looking down at her stomach and collapsing, dead. Owain rushed over to Lykaon and helped him up. "So much for taking them alive" he said, Owain retrieving his spear, only to quickly sheath it and replace it with his sword.
The three of them proceeded upstairs to be greeted by Dracul, whom was wielding his daggers and grinning maniacally . "Ahhh, come to finish the job, eh? Come to defeat me?" he said. Owain motioned to Lykaon and Weiss who proceeded to move to the Dracul's flanks before Owain shouted "Now!" and flung himself at Dracul, who proceeded to block each strike successfully. He continued to do so until Lykaon took out his bow and shot an arrow at Dracul's leg , piercing the kneecap. Dracul fell to his knees, Weiss promptly freezing his hands to his sides. Owain approached him and placed his sword at his throat. "Do it" Dracul said and Owain obliged, slicing Dracul's throat and letting the body fall to the ground. The trio quickly exited the building, collecting Paris who quickly kissed Lykaon and proceeded to hold his hand and a still unconscious Blaine, walking outside to be greeted by over a dozen bodies with Blake and Anastasia standing calmly in the middle, cleaning their weapons.
"We done here?" Owain asked and they all nodded, making their way back to Beacon, each one relieved that the Shadows, at least for the time being, would leave them alone.
Well I'm back and I'm done with the Shadow story line for now and the next chapter will be introducing another fans OCs as well as two of mine to form a new team.
Big thanks to Triko88 who has offered to edit my chapters for me. This can only make them better.
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