Pre A/N: We're back, baby! You may have noticed the title change from Turnabout Yellow to Turnabout RWBY. I just thought it would be more appropriate. Enjoy!
Phoenix looked like a lost dog as Blake led him to the office. He dragged his feet all the way to the office building. When they walked in to the information center, Blake immediately asked for Ozpin, handing the lady behind the desk the note. She looked over it, and nodded to her. Blake looked at Phoenix, and dragged him to the elevator to go up to his level. She looked at the slumped Lawyer, knowing he didn't get a lot of sleep. She rubbed his arm to calm his nerves, but it looks like it did little to help him.
The ding came from the elevator, and the doors opened up to the Ozpin office. Glinda Goodwitch stood next to the coffee drinker, and payed little to the 2 in the elevator. They were just wrapping up their conversation, and Ozpin motioned for them to come over to him.
"Ah, Blake. What brings you back so early."
"Well..." Blake explained everything to Ozpin, who listened closely. He shut his eyes as Blake finished. He nodded. "Blake, you may leave. It would be best if me and Mr. Wright talked about this alone." Blake looked at the lawyer. "But-"
"Blake," Phoenix finally spoke, "You better go back to your team. They are probably worried sick. I can take care of myself, thank you for everything." Blake nodded to him, and left the lawyer and the professor alone.
"So, Mr. Wright," Ozpin said, motioning him to take a seat. Phoenix sat down, eyes following Ozpin, "So you need resources to help your search, and you think we have them?" Ozpin sipped his coffee down, listening to Phoenix's reply.
"Yes."
"You do realize this is a grimm fighting school, training hunters and huntresses, not a police academy?"
"Completely," Phoenix started, "But, to my understanding, you also have had run-ins with the criminal organization known as the White Fang. And my case pertains to a member of the White Fang. Now, considering you record every grimm run in, I would guess you also record the White Fang run ins as well, no?"
"Yes, we do," Ozpin stated, "But our resources are very limited."
"From what I've heard and seen, you have a better data base thats available to me right now."
"Considering that," Ozpin paused, "I assume it's fine to use our library. But, as per protocol, you have to be on campus while using it, no going from place to place. Do you understand?"
"Yes sir, thank you." Phoenix got up, shaking the principle's hand.
"You'll find your room in Dorm 3, room 6. We have everything set up for you in there." Ozpin said, satisifed.
"How did you- on second thought, I assume you predicted this would happen." Phoenix answered himself, and walked out the way he came. He used a map at the entrance to guide himself. Once he got to the dorm, he found that he was on the second floor. He went to the end of the hall, using a key given to him to get into his room.
In his room was everything he needed: A bed with a change of cloths on it, A bedside table with a lamp and a tablet thing, which he has heard called a "scroll" before, and a coffee maker next to the tablet. But the thing he was happiest about was the desk: 4 separate little compartments for organization, a huge desk-face that was about 4 feet wide by 3 feet tall, giving him plenty of space. On the desk, was a small laptop set up for him. He also had a tac-board, to hang pictures, and a 24-7 library card. Obviously, Ozpin knew he was coming here. He looked to the wall opposite to his bed, and found a small fridge and pantry, below a microwave. Both were full of food and drinks, mostly energy drinks.
He finally re-focused himself, and looked at his phone. Ok, it's 4 now, so I'll go to the library for 8 hours come back, fix dinner, get organized, and get some sleep. He got the library card, his key, and headed to the library.
He pulled everything he could from the internet database. Everything ranging from the lead members of the White Fang, to the history of the White Fang, to their mission execution, even to their enemies, which was the government. So he pulled some government targets that may be in danger. He also got the information about the car used, the hose used to transfer the Carbon Dioxide, and the effects it can generate. He got the house schematics, and the information of the victim. Once he got done, he looked at his watch. Crap... it's 10:45... I'd better get going! He stuffed everything in his now stuffed file, and headed out of the now lifeless library.
Once he got back to the dorm, he heard a lot of scuffling upstairs, so he decided to wait downstairs until it died down. Once it did, he went up stairs, and walked slowly to his room. Once he got to the door, he froze.
He heard voices...
From his room...
Familiar voices...
"Damn you Ozpin!"Phoenix cursed silently. He put the key in his door, and turned the nob, opening it on the unsuspecting guests.
"The 2 arguing team captains looked at the apparent intruder in surprise.
"Mr. Wright...?" The small 15 year old asked the lawyer.
"W-what are you doing here?" The blonde headed boy asked.
"Well... it's a long story, eh-heh..." Phoenix then gave a summary of what happened, and the leaders nodded as he spoke.
"So," Ruby started, "You'll be staying here until...?"
"Until I... I don't know." Phoenix stated bluntly.
"Well... welcome!" Jaune shrugged, a smile on his face.
"Thanks," Phoenix started, "But you 2 need sleep. It's almost midnight, and you don't get to sleep in. Now, Get. To. Sleep." Phoenix turned into parent mode, and both kids drooped their heads. "Yes, dad." Ruby stuck her tongue out playfully, and scurried to her room. Phoenix smiled, shaking his head, and shut the door softly.
He finally got back to business. He put some ramen noodles in the microwave, and organized himself as he was waiting for it to be ready. He sighed with satisfaction, everything organized. He then heard the beep form his ramen noodles, and walked over, taking it out. He got a plastic spoon, and dove into his noodles. Once he finished, he threw away his trash, and stripped into his pajamas, and got some shut-eye. He knew he needed all of his rest, for the trials that were to come.
When he opened his eyes, it was 10, which was later than he hoped. At least no one will be in the showers, thought Phoenix, and got his towel, and got in and out of the shower as fast as he could. He decided to wear the street cloths that were given to him, and put on his usual beanie he kept with him. He knew the cafeteria was serving breakfast still, so he ran to get something. Luckily, the food was free, and it was food he liked: A cheese omelet with bacon and eggs. He got his plate, put it into a to-go box, and got out of the cafeteria undetected.
Once he got back to his dorm, he noticed a blue light flashing from his scroll. Once he unlocked it, he saw Ozpin had sent him a message, "Mr. Wright, I trust that everything is well. Message me if you need anything- Ozpin." He smiled at the principles kind hospitality, and dove into his breakfast.
Once he was done, he started to divulge the information that he gathered. He first started with the members of the White Fang. Unfortunately, there was no record of his person of interest, Carson. But, he did find out about more about their partners, more specifically, the brother of the prosecutor he just faced, Roman Torchwick. He could see the resemblance, but enough to tell who is who. Luckily, though, all the other information turned up positive. Their mission execution helped him piece together what could've happened to his daughter. Using this new information, he drew out the crime scene, and tacked it to his board. He then got some details of the government officials, and the similar details about the targets, so he could get a good idea of who they could've targeted. He decided to stop there, sectioning off the past crime to be analyzed later.
He looked at his clock, and noticed it was only 6 o'clock. He decided to fix soup this time, as it fit how cold it was outside. He decided to get onto his laptop, and logged into the pre-downloaded Skype, where he saw his contacts. He clicked on Apollo's name, and started a conversation with him. He first typed how he was, and asked how he and Athena were. He then heard the familiar ding from his microwave. He went over, got it, and sat down with it, reading Apollo's response.
"Hey, Mr. Wright! We're doing fine on our end. Taking care of office duties. We're thinking of taking a case, but that won't be until later this week we make our decision. Tonight, we're actually going to eat and talk over the case."
Phoenix thought of a witty response, and chuckled silently as he wrote it: "So, you to are going on an attorney date, sounds interesting. Make sure you ask for their finest wine."
"Damnit Wright! Not like that. Anyways, I have to go get ready. I'll msg you later. TTYL.
"Apollo, you're not as hip as you think you are, you do realize that, right...?"
"Can it, Mr. Wright."
He smiled to his assistant's response, and shut his computer to enjoy the rest of his soup. Once he threw it away, he began working on the other case that was linked to it. It all was working fine, he had gotten done with the car's specs, specifically the tail pipe and Carbon Dioxide outtake, and was getting started on the hose, when-
"Ohhhh! What's that Mr. Wright?" Phoenix almost jumped out of his chair, seeing Ruby standing right behind him. "Ruby! How did you-" Phoenix looked over to the door, and saw it was shut once again.
"I have my secrets, Mr. Wright." Ruby said confidently.
"Um, don't you have any homework you have to do?" Phoenix tried to find an excuse for her to leave.
"Nope! Finished it all. Oh, and before you ask, yes I have showered, obviously, by my pajamas. Here! Feel my hair!" Ruby angled her head so he could feel it, which did, indeed, feel damp. Phoenix shrugged. "So, what are you doing in here?"
"Well, everyone's being boring, so I decided to come in here!"
"Well, you're not going to get much out of me, I'm working."
"Fine, I'll just sit here."
"Suite yourself." Phoenix pointed to his bed, which she sat cross-legged on. She looked on as the attorney picked up file after file. Then, something flashed on his bed side table. She quietly picked up the golden necklace, opening it. Phoenix heard the familiar click, letting her go through with it.
"Hey, Mr. Wright, is this your daughter?" Ruby held up the picture to the father.
"Yes, her name is Trucy." Phoenix answered her. Ruby made an O formation with her mouth, and kept looking at the picture. It took her 5 minutes to say something that took Phoenix off-guard. "She kinda looks like me..." Phoenix turned to her, finally seeing the resemblance between the 2 teens.
"Hm, I guess you're right..." They both faded into silence, which was broken up with a phone ring. Ruby was the first to grab it. "It says... Unknown? Mr. Wright, I thought you had caller I.D.?"
"I do." Phoenix said grabbing the phone from her, answering the call, "Hello?"
"Hello, Mr. Wright. This is the White Fang." Phoenix grinded his teeth visibly, making Ruby wonder who it was. "We are wondering if you have taken up the case yet. Have you?"
"I'm still getting information about it," Phoenix answered slowly, thinking of every words meaning before he said it.
"Well, if you're not convinced, here's some insurance. I suggest you put in on speaker, so you won't go deaf." Phoenix obliged, putting a finger to his mouth so Ruby wouldn't speak. He set the phone down, and heard a very unpleasant sound: The sound of a drill going off. In the background, he could vaguely, but certainly, heard Trucy's muffled screams. Phoenix's eyes went wide, waiting for the horrid sound to stop. "Well, Mr. Wright?"
Before he could answer, Ruby yelled into the phone, "I don't know who you are, or where you are, but when I do know, I'm coming for you!"
Before Phoenix could silence her, something strange happened, "Oh? And who might this be?"
"This is Ruby Rose, leader of Team Ruby at Beacon Academy!" Phoenix heard some whispers in the background, but couldn't make out anything they were saying. "Well then, Mrs. Rose, it will be a pleasure killing you soon. But, Mr. Wright, make sure in that courtroom, she ins't there. I'd rather see the surprise on her face in an empty alley than a courtroom. Tah Tah!" And with that he hung up. Silence fell upon the room.
"Ruby-"
"Mr. Wright! I'm so so so so so so so so s-"
"Nah uh uh! No need to apologize. You just did me a huge favor."
"How did I-"
"Well, let's think back to the last thing he said."
"Yeah, about killing me in an alley."
"Close. He said he'd rather see you in an alley than in the courtroom."
"Yeah, so?"
"That means he's going to be at the trial"
To Be Continued...
A/N: Chapter done! Finally back! Breaks are all over, everything is good! I took a good break to do this chapter, I feel like. I accumulated so many plot ideas that I can't wait to reveal to you, and I did one in the chapter. * Bonus Fact * I was going to include something about North Korea's sun landing propaganda, but I wanted this chapter to be kind of serious, so I'll save it. But, let's not talk about that. I want to hear from you guys! How are you guys liking the story? Did you watch the Pro Bowl or the Grammys? Or both or neither? What was your favorite Grammy performance? I hope to hear form you guys soon. And, of course, Constructive Criticism is always accepted, and review if you're confused about something I'm not clear enough about, it really helps. Thanks!
May God be with you guys this week!
~Nathan