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(A/N)
Thank you everyone for the positive responses I have been given for the fights in the previous chapter. There will be more fights in future chapters and I have a few ideas for potential matches.
Chapter 8 Forming bonds
(Beacon Hallway)
It has been a week since Professor Goodwitch's Class and everything had returned to normal for the most part. Unfortunately, Makoto has caught wind of a great evil that is being born in Beacon. The evil is a great threat to all and left unopposed could kill all without a drop of mercy. Fortunately, Makoto know the target of the evil and made haste to warn them after barely saving herself.
"I've gotta hurry." Makoto had said running through the halls of Beacon past several students
"I can't mess this up, I have to warn them. If I don't make it in time, then they will suffer in unspeakable ways." Makoto had said after getting past some of the Professors including Headmaster Ozpin.
"I wonder if everything is fine with Ms. Nanaya?" Professor Ozpin had thought to himself
After spending a few minutes running and asking for directions she has reached her destination. Makoto was breathing heavily indicating that she is tired but she did not let her fatigue slow her down. She has knocked on the door that is in front of her fast and hard hoping that somebody was there. After a few more seconds the doors have opened and the one who answered it was Ren.
"Hello and how might we help you?" Ren had asked while the rest of team JNPR had stopped their activities and looked at Makoto
"Listen . . . I . . .have to . . . tell you something." Makoto had said trying to catch her breath
"Take it easy Makoto we are not going anywhere." Ren had told Makoto as she was trying to breath
"There's no time, I came to warn you guys about something awful. Listen remember what happened last week during Professor Goodwitch's sparring class?" Makoto had said after quickly recovering but with a panicked tone
"I try not to but yeah I remember that match against Jin." Jaune had said trying to be optimistic about the match but the memory is still strong
"First I want to apologize about Jin he can be really difficult." Makoto had said quickly while maintaining her panicked tone
"Don't worry about it I heard your friend already apologized for him. But there's really no need to I can do better next time." Jaune had said optimistically
"That is why I'm here to speak to you guys. Listen to me no matter what DO NOT let Noel in. Her heart may be in the right place but she has no idea with what she's doing. Say you're busy, or pretend you're not here but DO NOT let her in. It may look mean but it is for everyone's own good. I have to go she could be here at any moment and don't forget my warning." Makoto had explained before getting away at an impressive speed
"OK . . . what was that about?" Ren had asked with a confused look and tone
"I think she came to warn us about her teammate. I think her name is Noel if I recall correctly." Pyrrha had said remembering the blond hair girl from team RJNN
"Why would she come here just to warn us. Do you guys think Noel might be planning a prank?" Jaune had asked his team
"I doubt it would be for a prank Jaune, when I spoke to her I never got the feeling of malicious intent from her." Pyrrha had said voicing her thoughts about Makoto's warning
"I doubt she could do anything against us. For starters we're in our own room so what can she honestly do. Besides if she does try anything we can just teach her a lesson." Nora had said with a sinister grin on her face
After team JNPR had voiced their thoughts on why Makoto would come and warn them not to let Noel in a knock came at the door. Ren being nearby had opened the door and found that not only Noel was there but she was with Ragna and Bang. Though what was noticeable about Noel is that she is holding a box.
"Hello everyone I'm glad to see that all of you are here." Noel had said before her, Ragna and Bang are let in by Ren
"This is a pleasant surprise what are the three of you doing here?" Jaune had asked pleasantly surprised at the three guests
"Well first of all I would like to apologize again about Jin's actions last week. I know that you have likely gotten over it but I did not." Noel had said to team JNPR
"You don't have to worry about it Noel but thanks anyway." Jaune had said
"I know but I wanted to make it up to you and make sure you stayed cheered up. So for the past week I have spent a lot of my free time cooking in the kitchen when nobody was using it. It took me a while but I have finally made what I wanted to give to all of you." Noel had briefly explained to team JNPR before handing Jaune the box she was carrying
"I was out exploring the school when I ran into these two. When I heard of this kind gesture I had to come and see it for myself." Bang had said to team JNPR
"Well I don't have anything better to do and since Noel and jackass are part of my team I wanted to see how this goes as well and feel like a leader." Ragna had said
When Jaune had grabbed the box and opened it he had saw a cake that was nicely decorated. After the box was opened the rest of team JNPR had looked inside and saw the cake as well.
"Wow this cake looks really good Noel. I can't wait to dig in." Nora had said with an excited grin
"I'm glad you feel that way because I brought some plates, forks and knives." Noel had said taking the plates and forks and knives out and handing them to Ren
"So that is what you were working on Noel. Now that I'm seeing it I actually want to eat some." Ragna had said to his teammate
"Sure you can eat this with cake with us. I don't think we can eat all of this by ourselves." Jaune had said while Ren was serving the cake slices
"You can save me a slice later but you all can eat without me." Pyrrha had said to everyone in the room
"This looks like a very generous gesture of goodwill so why would Makoto try to warn us?" Ren had thought to himself after finishing serving the plates of cake slices to everyone who wanted a slice. The ones who wanted a slice consists of Ragna, Bang, Jaune, and Nora.
The moment each of them had taken a bite of the cake that Noel has made for them there was a moment of stunned silence. Each person who has a slice of cake has a look of incredible discomfort on their faces. Along with the look they all turned their glance at Noel with a common thought in their minds.
"HOW CAN SOMEONE MAKE CAKE THIS AWFUL!" Jaune, Ragna, Bang, and Nora had thought to themselves.
After looking at the faces of the people eating a slice of Noel's cake Ren and Pyrrha had figured out what Makoto was warning them about. Pyrrha was glad that she decided to save her slice of cake for later because now she will be able to get rid of her piece in secret and avoid the risk of hurting Noel's feelings. Since she put so much time and effort into making the cake for them. Ren did not want a slice anyway and is grateful that he hasn't eaten it so he can be spared the pain that his friends are going through. After a brief second Nora had found herself running out of the door with Ren following behind her to make sure she's OK.
"Oh is everything OK with Nora, the cake didn't turn out bad for her did it?" Noel had asked with a concerned look on her face
"Oh um Nora will be fine it's just that she's been sick recently and she hasn't healed as much as we all thought." Pyrrha had thought hoping Noel will believe it.
"IT'S WORSE THAN DEATH!" Nora had yelled from within the bathroom while the students in team JNPR's room can hear her
"Oh I hope she feels better. I know I can make some special medicine for her." Noel had said optimistically oblivious to Nora's cries of pain
"That won't be necessary Noel I'm sure that she will feel better after getting some rest." Pyrrha had said quickly while also glad that she's technically not lying
While Ragna and Bang are thinking of ways to get rid of their slice of cake. They were greeted by a surprising sight along with everyone else in the room. They all saw Jaune continue to eat his slice of cake that Noel has made. It is very noticeable to Ragna, Bang, and Pyrrha that every time Jaune swallows a piece of his cake it is excruciating. But his will is impressive to actually finish eating it despite how terrible it taste (and its VERY terrible).
Thanks for the cake Noel that was very good. I can't possibly eat another bite of it I'm stuffed." Jaune had said trying to hold back his sickness from eating her food.
"Oh thank you Jaune I know cooking isn't one of my best skills but I tried really hard and I'm glad you liked it." Noel had said optimistically and with confidence
After a few seconds of everyone wondering how he can endure something terrible Ren had come into the room with an unconscious Nora on his shoulder. Ren had put Nora on her bed so she could get some rest and when everyone looked at her she has a blank look on her eyes.
"Oh before I forget have any of you seen Makoto recently? She said that she was heading towards team RWBY's room after I offered her a piece of my cake but I'm afraid that she might have gotten lost." Noel had said to team JNPR
"I remember that she came by a little earlier before you came Noel. I think she wanted to spoil your surprise." Ren had responded to Noel
"She might have felt left out since I made this cake for your team but she doesn't have to worry. I made sure to make an extra cake for our team as well so she can have some when she gets back." Noel had said
"OH DAMN" Ragna had thought to himself realizing that the awful cake will be for his team as well.
"Sucks to be team RJNN." Bang and team JNPR had thought to themselves
"Well since your all here why don't you guys tell us about yourselves." Pyrrha had requested to Bang and half of team RJNN
(Team RWBY's Room)
Makoto had found herself in front of team RWBY's room after warning team JNPR to stay away from Noel. She knows from personal experience that Noel's cooking is awful beyond words and from any criticism she receives she finds a way to make her food WORSE. Eventually Makoto had decided to shift her focus from improving her food to avoiding it entirely and help someone avoid eating Noel's food which is suffering incarnate. When Noel had offered a chance to taste test Makoto had to think of something quick. Then she realized that this was a chance to follow up on something she suspects and since it is the weekend she doesn't have to worry about returning anytime soon. If they aren't inside, then at the very least she avoided Noel's cooking which is a big enough victory.
"OK well let's hope somebody is in." Makoto had said before knocking on the door. After briefly knocking the door opened up and the one who answered is Yang. Inside the room there is Ruby who is studying and Blake who is currently reading a book.
"Oh hi Makoto what's up." Yang had said greeting Makoto
"Oh nothing much it's just that I wanted to see more of Vale and since you guys looked like you know a few things about Vale. So I figured that well you guys can show me around since I'm not from here. So can you guys show me around Vale for a bit?" Makoto had asked
"Don't take this the wrong way Makoto. But why can't your team tour Vale with you?" Blake had asked while reading her book
"Well I would have asked but each of them are busy with something. Noel has to do something with team JNPR so she's out. Ragna is off doing his own thing and not to mention he's hard to find sometimes so he's out as well. As for Jin well he's Jin so that should explain itself. I don't know that much about Vale since I'm from Atlus and since I'll be here for a while I want to know the area. Come on it'll be fun since it's the weekend it can be a girl's night out." Makoto had explained hoping for a good response
"Well when you put it that way fine we can hang out. You and the rest of team RWBY touring Vale having a girl's night out." Yang had said optimistically
"Going out to Vale with no action of any kind, no thanks it makes Weiss's studying sound more eventful." Ruby had said to her sister
"Count me out as well." Blake had said as well
"What come on you have to come as well Blake. I know that we have recently met but I think that this is a chance for us to get to know each other better since you have that mysterious vibe going on." Makoto had said trying to get Blake to come along which is the main intention
"My mind is made up but thanks for the offer." Blake had said
"Then how about this, either you hang out with us or I will tell you the ending to that book your reading." Makoto had said
"You read this book?" Blake had asked looking at Makoto
"No but scrollpedia could give me some info not to mention the endless forums out there on the web." Makoto had responded
"You wouldn't dare." Blake had said in a defiant gaze
"Try me" Makoto had said returning her gaze back with a daring gaze of her own
"Fine but I don't plan to spend all day out there." Blake had said in a reluctant tone in her voice
"Splendid" Makoto had said proud of her victory but also knows that the hard work hasn't even begun yet
(Team JNPR's Room)
"Wow you have traveled around Remnant and fought different types of Grimm and took on different bounties as well." Jaune had said with an impressed tone in his voice towards Ragna
"Yep my master wanted me to get as much experience as I can so I can be prepared for when I become an official huntsman." Ragna had said in a proud tone
"Wow I never knew this about you Ragna that's so cool." Noel had said also impressed
"As for you Bang did you really train under Lord Tenjo The leader of Ronin-Gai?" Ren had asked intrigued by what Bang had told them about himself
"Yes Ren, myself along with another had trained under Lord Tenjo for years. He has taken me in when I was a small child and over time I have devoted myself to training so I could be the protector of Ronin-Gai." Bang had answered
"Your dedication to your home is something to be admired Bang." Pyrrha has said putting her thoughts into the conversation
"Thank you for your kind words Pyrrha I just hope I live up to my master's expectations and also prove myself as a capable team leader." Bang had said
"Where is the rest of your team Bang? It just seems odd that you are separated from everyone else." Jaune had said to Bang
"Oh well the thing is I was telling the truth when I said I was exploring Beacon earlier. But the circumstances that led to that, well you see Bullet was still angry about her match with Yang and has decided to go to the training room so she could be ready for her next time. Since Tao had lost to Ruby, Bullet figured that Tao needed to train and Tao had went along with it. As for Amane well before Bullet could drag him into training he said he had something important to take care of." Bang had explained to everyone
"Bullet sounds like a very competitive person. She does know that it ended in a draw right?" Ren had asked with a concerned look on her face
"We tried to explain that to her but she figured a draw is not a win and decided to train. I realized that she wouldn't budge so I told her that I planned to train later. Which is what I was going to do anyways." Bang had explained
"Before I forget I remember you telling me and Nora that your giant nail is an aura weapon did you make any progress towards mastering it?" Ren had asked
"Unfortunately no, I plan to practice my aura weapon later on today I just hope I make some progress. I don't want to disappoint my master after he entrusted me with this weapon." Bang had said to Ren
"That Giant nail you carry around is an aura weapon, if that's the case you should start training with it as soon as you can. It's hard to explain but once you have a good idea of your aura weapon's power then you feel a lot stronger because of it. That's how it feels with my aura weapon bolverk." Noel had said before summoning her two guns
"That's right I remember you telling me you have an aura weapon. Would you mind telling how long you've had it?" Ragna had said in a surprised tone
"Of course I've had it ever since I was a little girl. When I use it the functions just feels natural to me. It did take me a while to learn how to use it properly but I eventually got the hang of it." Noel had explained to everyone
"Wow one of the weapons of legend and you have had it ever since you were a kid. That is very impressive Noel." Pyrrha had said in an impressed tone
"Hmm I guess you've had it for almost as long as Jin has." Ragna had said to Noel which has gotten everyone's attention
"Wait your teammate Jin has an aura weapon as well?" Jaune had said in a surprised tone but this time it was Noel who answered
"Yes his aura weapon has the power to freeze anything it cuts. That along with his semblance he's a force to be reckoned with." Noel had said to Jaune
"Tch please I'm not scared I can take him on anytime and anywhere." Ragna had said
"Ragna I'm curious about something how long have you known Jin? Me and Makoto knows him all the way back at Atlus but I think you've known him long before that." Noel had said
"You know I get that feeling as well. If you don't mind telling us how do you know someone like him. Not to mention that the two of you has some intense animosity towards each other. I assume there is some history behind that Ragna." Pyrrha had said agreeing with Noel
"There's a good reason I've known him since we were kids he's my brother." Ragna had answered
"Wait he's your brother!" Pyrrha, Jaune, Bang, and Noel had said at the time
"Yep as for why we hate each other, it's a long story and it brings up some very painful memories. I would rather not go into details about it." Ragna had said with a serious look on his face
"I understand then none of us will pry any further." Jaune had said understanding why Ragna does not want certain parts of his past brought up
(Vale Shopping District)
"Well isn't this just nice us girls touring the Vale Shopping District together taking in the sights while we're at it." Yang had said excitedly
"Yeah this tour was more fun than I thought not to mention the different types of stores here. Next time I go shopping for supplies then this will be the place for me to go to. Not to mention it will be a good excuse to try out all the different types of foods here." Makoto had said sharing in Yang's excitement
"Yes real exciting." Blake had said in a deadpan tone
"So Makoto where did you live before coming here to Vale?" Yang had asked
"I had lived in Atlus ever since I was a kid. I used to live in Managerie but my family wanted a change in environment. Unfortunately, there has been some problems for obvious reasons." Makoto had said pointing towards her tail
"It must be tough being a Faunus huh Makoto?" Yang had said with a solemn and concerned tone
"In ways that you can't possibly imagine. My friends have made things a lot easier for me but at times people still try to give me a hard time." Makoto had explained before the three of them had arrived at a clothing store
"It sounds like you have some pretty good friends if you were able to endure all of that." Yang had said
"True but the same can't be said for other Faunus's out there." Makoto had said before sending a quick glance at Blake noticing an uncomfortable look on her face. As the three girls were walking through the district a small group of girls had moved past them but some of them had bumped into Makoto.
"Oh sorry I didn't see you there." One of the girls had said
"Be careful to watch where you're going. You don't want to ruin her tail do you? It's her only pillow and if its ruined she won't have anything to lay her head on." One of the other girls had said that had caused to other girls to chuckle.
"Oh come on that big tail can't be her pillow. Judging from her clothes it's probably her bed as well." One of the other girls had said causing them to laugh even further
As the girls were leaving Blake had looked at their direction and made an attempt to go to the girls. However, before Blake could get to them Makoto had grabbed her by the shoulder giving the indication to not go any further.
"People like them aren't worth it Blake. I learned that lesson the hard way." Makoto had said to Blake in a low tone
"Do you go through stuff like that all the time?" Yang had asked with a concerned look on her face
"Yep that was just the easy stuff in comparison." Makoto had responded with a depressed look on her face
(Fried Food Stand)
After spending a few minutes of looking around the three girls had decided to get something to eat at the nearest food stand. Makoto was impressed by the variety of foods that is currently available. The three of them had decided to get a variety of foods for themselves, Yang had gotten a beef kabob, Makoto has chosen a fried veggie salad with some steak, and Blake had decided on a tuna salad. After getting their food they had all decided to sit down at the nearest booth.
"So tell me about the friends you made in Atlus Makoto." Yang had suggested wanting to know more about her
"Well some of my ever first friends are Noel who is one of my teammates and another person name Tsubaki Yayoi. Because of them I had felt like a natural student in Atlus and I had also met other people as well. I assume you already remember Jin and I also know an adorable little kid name Carl Clover." Makoto had briefly explained to both Yang and Makoto
"You said you've known Jin for years does he always act the way he did, Like during Professor Goodwitch's class? Blake had asked Makoto
"Yep he is exactly like that, the only time he acts a bit more mellow is when he is around Tsubaki or Weiss." Makoto had told both Yang and Blake
"Wait you knew Weiss?" Yang had asked surprised at the fact
"Only a little bit, the only reason that I know Weiss at all is because of Tsubaki. Her family and Weiss's family have known each other for years and I only know Weiss by association. As for the relationship between Weiss and Tsubaki, well they tend to have an intense rivalry with each other but that is all I know." Makoto had said before she started eating her food
"Wow this is all good info we have on Weiss. I'm going to go and get some desert do you guys want anything?" Yang had asked the two
"Hmm I'm not too familiar with the menu so surprise me." Makoto had said before Yang had went back to the stand to get more food
"So how are you liking Beacon Blake?" Makoto had asked hoping to start a conversation with the girl
"Its fine." Blake had said while eating her food
"You know being private is all well and good but it wouldn't hurt you a bit if you opened up a bit more." Makoto had said to Blake
"I told you I'm fine." Blake had said slowly losing her patience
"Come on there must be something you want to talk about. Like for example Beacon, or Vale, or what your hiding under your bow." Makoto had said narrowing her eyes at Blake
"Wha . . what are you talking about?" Blake had said but in a very nervous tone
"Oh nothing just what you may want to open up about. Like for example, that your trying to hide something like a secretive little cat." Makoto had said maintaining her narrow stare but indicating that she knows what Blake is trying to hide
"I don't know what you're talking about but I would advise you to not dwell on it further, especially around other people Makoto." Blake had said in an intense tone
"Fine but here's some friendly advice from me to you Blake. I don't know why your trying to keep it a secret but if you build a friendship from a lie then you're going to regret it in the long run. Some people might accept it easily and understand. However other people won't be as forgiving and you may end up making things worse." Makoto had said to Blake after giving a subtle warning about Blake's actions before Yang came back with more food
"Sorry it took me so long to get back here did I miss anything?" Yang had asked Makoto and Blake
"Nothing I was just leaving." Blake had said before she stood up and left. Though before she had gotten too far the group of girls from earlier had arrived and the had gotten some food from the stand. After the group had gotten their food, one of them had wasted their food and it ended up on Makoto's tail.
"Oooh sorry I didn't mean to waste my food all over your nice tail. Don't worry I'm sure that it will get cleaned easily. After all you can either take a shower or go to the dry cleaners." One of the girls had said in a mocking tone causing the other girls to laugh. Though before Yang could do anything to them Makoto was quick to say something
"At least I can get cleaned your heart is so dirty nothing could get it clean." Makoto had said to the girl who insulted her
"You dare say that to me you filthy Faunus!" One of the girls had said before making a move to hit Makoto. Though before the girl could make contact her hand was caught by a pink scarf stopping her actions. When the group of girls, including Makoto and Yang had saw who summoned the scarf they had seen it was Amane.
"It would be a bad idea for you to start a fight here among crowded people." Amane had said to the girl he grabbed with his semblance before letting go
"Tch fine this isn't worth our time anyway." One of the girls had said before leaving with her group following her
"Are you alright Makoto I saw the whole thing?" Amane had said to Makoto
"I'm fine Amane thanks for the help you had just prevented a situation from getting ugly." Makoto had said
"No problem Makoto it's a beautiful day today and it would be a shame for it to be ruined by you beating all of those girls to a pulp. It takes a great deal of strength to hold back the way you did." Amane had said complimenting Makoto
"Thanks for the praise Amane but what are you doing here?" Makoto had asked
"Well since it is the weekend I figured I should do some shopping for a project I have in the pipeline. I can't wait until I get everything ready but I can't tell you what it is because it's a surprise." Amane had said showing his shopping bag
"Can't wait to see it Amane." Yang had said
"Thank you now if you'll excuse me I need to go and put these things up in my team's dorm room." Amane had said before leaving. Though as he was heading back to Beacon he had noticed Blake hiding seeing the whole situation unfold before her
"You can't run and hide forever." Amane had said to Blake before getting back to his business
(A/N)
As I had mentioned in a previous Author's note I will not get to the Jaunedice story arc of RWBY for a while. I want to take this chance to utilize the blazblue characters as well as the characters from RWBY. I just wanted to give a reminder in case people were expecting that story arc.
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