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Yang's POV
'How did I get here?' That was all I could think of at the moment. All around me was a white void of nothingness. There was nothing, no space, no volume, just complete empty. But despite all that, it felt as if I was in a fog or underwater. It felt completely disorienting to look around, like I was just now seeing for the first time. But even when my eyes roamed and my body moved, it was slow progress, like I was actively trying to walk underwater.
All of a sudden, I felt a strange sensation come over me, like there was something or someone, staring at me. Slowly but surely, I was able to turn my body around and look in the direction I felt the gaze from.
Again, despite being in a white void, there was still a fog which left me barely being able to see the figure in front of me. Barely, being the keyword.
I couldn't make out much, the only thing for certain was that they had pale skin and no noticeable Faunus features. They were shorter than me by quite a bit, just above Ruby in height at the moment. Speaking of Ruby, I got the strange feeling that I was looking at an older version of her. Why would that be the case?
I tried to move closer, but it was like my body was trying to trudge its way through molasses. For some reason, I didn't want this figure to leave me, it felt as if I've seen it before, as if I knew it.
I urged my body forward, but I was making little to no progress whatsoever. Even worse, the figure was starting to get further and further away. I tried to move my body as quickly as I could, but for every inch I gained, the figure moved ten feet away.
Eventually, I wasn't making any progress whatsoever, no matter how much I urged my body forward. It even got to the point my body started to go in the opposite direction I was wanting it to go.
I pushed and pushed, but it was all for naught, no matter how much I wanted to go forward, my body simply refused. At this point, the figure was nothing but a speck at the moment, just a pale dot in a vast sea of white nothingness.
Just as it was about to be completely out of sight of me, a vision came to the forefront of my mind.
I looked up into the vast sea of emptiness, however, this time, I see something with much more clarity than I have seen before in my short time here. Hovering above me were two pure silver eyes gazing down at me. Around them was a golden halo of pure energy that radiated light and pureness, like nothing could go wrong if this thing was near. Six wings spread out from it, one pair, the biggest one I noted, spread out from its 'back', as if to give it flight. The other two, while smaller, seemed more... important? Words couldn't describe it, but I knew they were important.
Each second became more blurry, signaling that my time gazing upon it was running out. But just before it got too intangible to view, I spotted something that made my heart stop. Hidden behind the two pairs of wings near the beings 'chest' sat four flowers. Roses to be particular. One of the last things I was able to gleam was their colors, Red, White, Black, and Yellow. The being seemed to be protecting them at all costs, as if nothing else in the world mattered more to it than to make sure those roses were protected.
The final images I was able to gleam was that of the four roses releasing what I had to guess was pollen into the 'air', with the accumulated amount dancing between each other in perfect harmony, like they were meant to be together. It was one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. The last, and final thing I got from the being was a sense of pure pride and love. It gave off a feeling of protectiveness, like it would always watch over me from above, that it would never abandon me and my sisters. My final thoughts were on my mom.
I suddenly woke up feeling like I was hit by a truck. My body felt like it was in a hundred times the gravity than it was right now, with me barely able to lift myself. But despite all that, the only thing I could think of right now was the vastly eroding dream I had. The details that were so vivid just a moment ago were nothing but a fog in my mind now, being completely lost to me. Well, just about all of it. Because, for everything that was in that dream, one remained prevalent and clear.
Four roses, with the colors being, Red, White, Black, and Yellow, releasing pollen into the air and them coalescing into one, syncing together in perfect harmony and love. Despite having no context, I knew what it meant.
'As soon as I'm out of here, or if they visit me, I'm confessing my feelings.' For some reason, it felt important that I do it, that I need to do it. Like it was the most important, and best, decision I would make in my life. I've always been one to trust their gut, and something tells me that I should definitely do so now.
I painstakingly rose up from the bed, my limbs feeling like they were made out of concrete at the moment. I reached beside me and pressed the button to call a nurse down to my room, mainly to inform them that I was awake, but also to get me a water. My mouth was as dry as Vacuo's deserts at the moment.
Not long after, a nurse came into my room with a surprised look on her face, like she wasn't expecting me to be up at the moment. I couldn't blame her either, I did just get done lifting a fuck-you ton of weight that almost crushed Blake and me, so her expression at my, hopefully quick, recovery was understandable.
"Can I have a drink of water please?" I muttered out in a raspy tone of voice, I really needed something to drink.
Seeming to come out of her stupor, she nods her head and turns around down the hallway.
It wasn't much longer until she came back, but with company in tow this time. A doctor came into the room and waited patiently by the bedside as the nurse handed me the glass of water. After gulping it all down in quick succession, the doctor finally spoke up.
"Good afternoon Miss Xiao Long, how are you feeling? Do you feel sore in any kind of way?" He asked me, taking out a notepad and pen all the while.
I nod my head and respond, "Yeah, it feels like my muscles just got the workout of the lifetime done on them." I answered his question, and he just nodded.
He sighed and then lifted his head up towards me, an apologetic smile covering his face, "I'm sorry, but I have to run some tests. Are you ok to do them right now?" I just sigh and respond, "Yeah, I can do it." I was able to manage a smile at the end, even though it was a hollow one.
He nodded his head and approached me, ready to do his tests.
Yang's POV
The tests honestly weren't that bad, just like what they taught Weiss and I to do back at Signal. The only bad thing about them was the time they took up, and that left me with time to think to myself.
I had a lot of questions that I wanted answered, most of them revolving around my sisters and their conditions. I almost interrupted him a few times to ask him, but I was able to hold myself back.
After completing the final test, he got up to leave. Just as he was halfway to the door, I spoke, "Excuse me, sir?" He turned around towards me, a look of questioning coming over his face, "Do you know the Conditions of Ruby Rose, Weiss Xiao Long, and Blake Xiao Long?" I couldn't quite keep the fear from my voice. That was a hard fought fight, with Blake being seriously injured. The main reason I didn't move her when we got there was due to her injury. If I wasn't careful, I easily could have made the injury worse.
He smiles at my question and responds, "You'll be happy to know that they are in great health, with your sister Blake awakening just a few hours ago. She's still a little sore from what I've heard, but she is up and walking and is cleared to leave the hospital. Something that you might miraculously be able to do as well if these results have anything to say about it." I released a huge sigh of relief and plop back down on my bed. Words couldn't begin to describe how happy I was to hear they were ok, especially with Blake and her injury.
He starts walking again, and just as he was about to leave, he stops and turns around, "Oh, and one more thing, do you want your sisters to visit you now, or do you wish to wait?" It wasn't even a question I had to ponder on, I just nodded my head vigorously at him in confirmation. He nodded back and finally walked out of the room.
I sat there in bated breath as I waited for them to arrive, a million thoughts flying through my head all the while. I was so lost in my own mind that I only heard the tail end of footsteps reaching my door before I heard three very familiar voices filled with relief, "Yang!" Was the only warning I got before I was engulfed in a massive hug by the three of them. Tears couldn't help but to pour from my eyes as I held them back, all but ignoring my discomfort as I held them. If it was up to me, we would probably be like this forever.
That, unfortunately, wasn't possible and we separated shortly after. They too had tears flowing freely from their eyes, though their smiles on their faces completely overshadowed them. They were ones full of relief and happiness, so much so that it made my heart flutter. I really need to do what that dream showed me.
Just as I was about to speak, something that I didn't even contemplate happened.
Hmph!* I let out a surprised yelp as Ruby leaned down and placed a kiss on my lips. My brain short circuited and my eyes went wide at what was happening. I wasn't even contemplating what was happening, all I did was just unconsciously lean into it, reciprocating her kiss by pouring all of my emotions into it.
The kiss didn't last long, and it was chaste at that, but it was the best kiss I've ever had. It was full of so much emotion, so much love, that it left me feeling like I was walking on air.
As soon as Ruby's lips left mine, they were immediately replaced with those of Weiss's. My eyes somehow got even wider and my mind went blank once more. Again, I leaned into it, giving it all I had. My mind was finally starting to catch up and it was liking what was happening right now. I was near jumping for joy as she kissed me, but she too eventually broke it off.
Having started to notice a pattern, I wasn't as surprised to feel Blake's lips meet mine as much as I was to see that she had way more experience in kissing than Ruby, Weiss, and even myself. From the start she was in complete control of it, all but dominating my mouth with her own in sheer skill. I almost let out an involuntary moan, but she stopped just in time for that not to happen.
I was left panting and sweating and feeling quite hot at the actions that just happened. I looked up at them, sporting a blush all the while, and met their faces. They too had blushes etched across their faces as they looked at me with massive smiles on their faces, looking quite winded themselves.
It was at this moment that a new and very exciting chapter had just started for all of us, one in which that I knew was to be showered with love and affection. Needless to say, I was very happy to go down this road.
"What's got you all in such a great mood?" I couldn't help but to ask, and they let out a little giggle at that.
Blake's POV
Despite waking up and feeling like a pile of bricks was dropped on me, my day couldn't have been better. Sure, I nearly died yesterday, but the payoff for it couldn't have been better.
I woke up in the same hospital that they took Ruby to when she got stung by all of those Rapier Wasps. I knew that mainly because I was in the same room she was in, room 423. It actually got a little bit of a chuckle from me when I realized it, seems like we are really giving these doctors a true test of their skills.
I pressed the button that would call a nurse to me and waited for her to arrive. When she did so and saw that I was awake, she fetched a doctor, a different one than the one Ruby had, and he done some basic tests to see if I was alright.
Thankfully everything came back ok, and I was even able to walk despite the injury I sustained at the docks, though I did sport a new scar. Whatever that weird healing thing we did to save Yang's life, I was immensely grateful for it. Not only did it save her life, but it also prevented me from being in wheelchair for probably the rest of my life.
The doctor did ask if I was ok with people visiting me because, according to him, Ruby and Weiss were apparently nearly climbing on the walls in frustration to get to see us. I, of course, immediately said yes. I really wanted to see them anyway, there were many things I wanted to do, but the main one was just to see them and hold them.
I didn't have to wait long, as not even five minutes later, I heard the sounds of footsteps down the hallway. I was in the bed when they came through the door, and from their expressions, the doctor was right. As soon as they saw me, they made a b-line straight towards me.
They gave me a strong bare hug when they arrived by my side, though they did keep it to a minimum so as to not hurt me. That was considerate of them. We sat there for a few moments, just letting our tears flow freely from our eyes. I could've sat there for hours like that, just sitting there and hugging them, but all good things had to come to an end eventually.
When we eventually did separate, I cleared the tears from my eyes and looked up at them. They too had tears in their eyes, though their smiles completely overshadowed them. I couldn't help but to let one come across my face as well, I was so happy to see that they were also ok.
It was at that moment a gleam came across Ruby's eyes and her expression changed as well. I was just about to ask what was wrong, but I never got the chance to answer it. She leaned in and planted her lips firmly on my own. My eyes went wide as I felt them connect with my own.
It took my brain a good five seconds to realize what was happening, but when it did, a surge of euphoria spread all across my body. Tears started to flow once more from my eyes, joy wasn't even the right word to describe my happiness at that moment. It was a chaste kiss, but it was the best one I've ever had, even if she was inexperienced with it.
When she finally let go of the kiss, I wasn't given much time process it, as apparently Weiss also wanted some. She to leaned down and planted her lips on my own, and yet again I was left dazed. Pure joy radiated through my being as she leaned into it, pouring every single bit of emotion she could into the kiss.
She was better than Ruby at it, I noticed, though not by much. It seemed that I had a pretty good advantage with my semblance it seems.
I wasn't as dazed as long as I was with Ruby, so I was actually able to kiss her back, and it felt euphoric. It was like a weight that I didn't know I had was suddenly lifted off me, like I was a thousand pounds lighter.
Tears continued to stream down my face as we continued to kiss, such was my joy. The kiss lasted longer than Ruby's, mainly because of my active participation in this one, and just like with her's, it was the best I've ever had.
We eventually separated and they let out a little giggle at me, probably at my stunned my face, but I didn't care. I was to happy to even consider any kind of embarrassment.
Though I definitely wasn't complaining with what happened, I was curious as to why they did it. So, we sat there for about thirty minutes with them telling me all about what happened after I passed out.
While the general story of how they kissed and stuff was quite cute, what really got my attention was apparently our new ability to read each other's thoughts. They explained to me on how they think that came about and how to block each other out so we can have some sort of privacy.
About a few minutes after we were done talking about what happened, the doctor came back and explained that I was clear to go, but I have to take the next few days easy. With the past 48 hours we just had, I wasn't going to complain about taking it easy.
We sorted some things out and left the hospital soon afterwards to get me something to eat as I've hadn't had anything in the past while. After we were done with that, we walked around Vale for a little bit, enjoying the scenery and each other's company. We talked, laughed and generally had a good time all around. It was something we needed, especially after yesterday.
We actually only came back to the hospital after we heard Yang's thoughts in our minds, and her subsequent confession of love. When we made it back, we asked the staff if we could visit her, and after a little bit, we were given the ok and pretty much all but bolted up to her room. Which then lead us to the current time, just hanging out and awaiting for the clear sign from the doctor for Yang to leave. We didn't have to wait long, as the doctor came back about twenty minutes later.
"Well, good news Miss Xiao Long, you're cleared to leave." He said, while looking down at his clipboard. Yang let out a sigh of relief and was just about to get up to leave before the doctor spoke again, "While you are cleared, you can not do any strenuous activity for at least three to five days. While you have healed exceptionally well, you're muscles still need some rest before they are in tip top shape. Do you understand?" He asked in a serious tone of voice, giving no room for argument. Yang just nodded her head yes.
The doctor smiled and then spoke again, "Well then, you're good to go. The receptionist has your clothes downstairs. All of you, have a nice day." With that, he walked out the door.
Yang let out a sigh, "Finally, I was starting to get crammed in this room." She said, getting off the bed and walking to the door. We followed right behind her, eager on leaving this place as well.
"Say, has dad called in yet?" Yang asked as we got to the elevator.
"No, he's still on a mission at the moment. If he did, then he would probably have been here yesterday." Weiss joked out, electing a little laugh from all of us. That does indeed sound like something dad would do.
We got onto the elevator and made our way down. Once down on the main floor, we went up to the receptionist and retrieved Yang's clothes. After asking for a suitable place for her to change to change into them, we made our way to a bathroom on the same floor and waited for her to change. It didn't take long, five minutes at most, and with that, we officially left the hospital.
We entered the now darkening streets of Vale, with the moon just now caressing over the horizon.
"Y'all think we'll make it back in time for dinner to still be around." Yang asked, looking out at the rising moon.
"We should have time if we hurry, as it starts in about twenty minutes." Weiss spoke up while looking at the time on her scroll.
"If I remember correctly, then the last Bullhead back to Beacon should be leaving in about ten minutes." I said, jogging my memory of the flight schedule.
"Well then, let's hurry up! I am famished at the moment." Yang said, taking the lead in front of us.
We made our way through Vale at a hurried pace. As though we could walk all the way to Beacon, that would be a very long walk, and by the time we got there, the cafeteria would have long been done serving food.
Thankfully, we arrived just in time without a moment to spare, as the airship was just about to depart when we arrived. We made our way over to an open section and sat down.
I looked out the window we were next to and I couldn't help but admire the beauty of Vale, even at this hour of the day. The lighted up city gave off a mystical fill, like it was a whole different world to explore and get lost in. It looked like you could go miles in any direction and still find something and new and exciting to do. It was honestly awe inspiring to look at and think about.
The ride was enjoyed in comfortable silence with us leaning up against one another, enjoying each other's company. It was a new chapter in our life's, one of which I was happy and excited to go down. The only thing I hoped for that it was going to be smooth sailing, but I know that was a pipe dream.
I was so comfortable, that I actually almost fell asleep on the trip, with the only thing preventing that being the landing of the ship itself. I blinked away the sleep from my eyes and stood up, doing a little stretch all the while.
We exited the ship side by side and made our way towards the entrance of Beacon, the school looking just as beautiful in the late hour as it did in the morning. It was about half way to the doors that we spotted someone waiting at them, and from the looks, it was Professor Ozpin.
We subconsciously hurried our pace so as to not keep him waiting. He probably has a thousand questions but I hope that won't be the case, as I want nothing more than to collapse into my bed.
When we made it up the stairs and stood in front of Professor Ozpin in an as orderly manner we could muster at the moment, he spoke, "I won't keep you guys long as I'm sure you want to grab something to eat and then go to sleep. To cut to the chase, the hospital contacted me and notified me that you two," at that he pointed at Yang and me, "need a few days rest. So, you'll be excused from school work for the coming week. All of you are. To put aside any worries you may have, Winter volunteered herself to get whatever school work you will have and bring it to your room." He finished his statement, and I couldn't help but smile. A few days off sounds great, especially with the others as company.
"Just one more thing then your free to go. Tomorrow, I'll need you all to come to my office and explain what happened at the docks and the time preceding it. I know that it sounds tedious, but I, unfortunately, need to hear your sides of what happened. Also, it will give me some time to answer some questions I'm sure you all have." We all nodded at that, already having expected him to say something like that. In fact, we thought we would've had to do it today, so this was a pleasant development.
"Well then, that's all I got for you. Now go and get yourselves something to eat, I'm sure you're all famished." We smiled and did a polite little bow and then left, making our way towards the cafeteria.
When we arrived, there was about twenty minutes left until the line stopped serving food. We got in line and got our regular proportions that we usually eat, with Yang getting more than usual. We looked around for Team JNPR, but they were nowhere to be seen, probably having already ate.
We sat down and devoured our food, drawing some attention to ourselves. After getting back in line for seconds, we done the same thing we did with our first servings and devoured it all. Now that our hunger was throughly satisfied, we placed away our dirty dishes and made our way back to our room, completely looking forward to falling face first into our beds.
When we rounded the corner to the hallway where our room was, we saw someone I wasn't expecting at all, "Is that, Jaune?" I questioned. Indeed, right down the hallway carrying a basket full of sweets with a card thrown in was Jaune. He seemed just as surprised to see us as we were to see him if his widened eyes were anything to go by.
"Wonder why he has the basket?" Ruby absentmindedly said while continuing her way down the hallway. Following behind her, it wasn't long after that we heard Jaune speak once again, "Oh, I was actually looking for you four." He said, continuing his walk.
I unconsciously stiffen up when he said that. I may be less mad at him then I was a few weeks ago, but I still haven't fully forgiven him for what he had done to Ruby. That didn't mean I wasn't going to be an asshole to him though, I'll remain civil.
When we were about a few feet from him, he stuck the basket out at us, "It isn't much, but this basket is for all of you. We heard that you guys got into a fight and were pretty injured in the process. I don't know the specifics, or when you guys would come back, but I know you all heal fast so I thought you would be back soon. Seems like I was right." He said, and Ruby reached out and graciously took the basket.
"Ren would have fixed you all something himself, but he is having some trouble on schoolwork at the moment and didn't have the time to do so." He said, while rubbing the back of his head.
"We all pitched in some money, including Team CFVY and some faculty. Thank gods as well, because I know for a fact I don't have that kind of money." He chuckled a little bit at the end there. A small smile spread across my face as he got done talking. That was nice of them all, and something I'm sure none of us were expecting to happen.
"Thank you Jaune, we really appreciate it." Ruby said in a genuine and sincere tone of voice.
He just smiled, "No problem, it's something any decent person would do." It was silent for a moment before he continued, "Well, I'm sure you're all exhausted, so I won't keep you guys any longer. I'm sure the rest of the team would have loved to see you, but they are currently training out in the forest at the moment. You guys take care and have a good night." With that, he turned back around and made his way back down the hallway.
"That was nice of them, wasn't it." Weiss said from beside me.
"Yeah, it was." Yang spoke up this time, making her way over to our door.
Walking up beside her, she unlocked the door and opened it up. Once we were inside and the lights were turned on, what greeted me nearly made me tear up.
There was a few decorations strewn about, mainly just some party hats and balloons, but that wasn't what got me nearly crying, it was the little sign hanging from the ceiling saying 'Surpise!' and the small chocolate cake laying on the table with candles on it. The last time I was here, none of this was here. I remembered that I was feeling down that day with the White Fang attack on that dust shop. Weiss cheered me up with that coupon for that fish place and we all got me dressed to go to it. I thought that they only done that to cheer me up, but it seems that it was only ploy for all of this.
I really, really, love them.
"Um... Surprise!" Yang embarrassedly shouted while throwing her hands up. It was goofy, and I absolutely loved it.
"Thank you, really, thank you. I'm so glad I have you all in my life." I said in the most sincere voice that I could muster. There smiles when I said that were everything to me.
I walked up to the bed-in-the-wall and collapsed it. Turning back, I got my pillow and blanket from my bunk and laid them on it. The others weren't far behind and soon the bed was made and I collapsed onto it. They joined me soon after and we all cuddled up together on the bed.
Before I fell asleep, I spoke one more time, "I love you all." That started a round of 'love you's' that lasted for a little bit until it finally got quiet once more.
My last thoughts before sleep took me was just how much love I held for each and every one of them.
Holy crap, that took way longer than it needed to. But I hope you enjoyed it!
To start off, the reason for the late chapter is for many reasons, mainly just me running about and doing many different things, so I apologize for that.
The next is something that I'm excited to tell you. I have another story! For those curious, it's called RWBY: Erotic Game System. Or for ao3 users, Erotic Game System, as the RWBY part messes it up in the search bar. The title should be self explanatory on its own, so I wont get into the specifics of it, but do know that I have 2 chapters on it right now, with a third (hopefully) soon to come!
Now with that out of the way, the chapter itself! I actually liked doing this chapter, despite how long it took to make, but let how you know how you like it.
Pollination is now in full swing as well! So that's nice, though, to be honest, I didn't really like the way I did it, but I couldn't think of anything else.
Also, Yang had a wired dream. Wonder what that's about?
Can't really tell you what next chapter is about as I still need to figure that out, but hopefully it's good.
If you have any suggestions, wether that be for this story or my other, than please, let me know. I love to hear them!
But, that is all I got for you for now, so until next time, and have an amazing day!