Hello again, sorry for not posting on the 15th. Got stomach ache and I like writing on my stomach. But here it is and as a sorry I posted two chapters under this one. The Halloween one I was writing back then. And a small one with Ruby and Jaune getting close to each other after he destroyed her Violet poster.
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Onyx Gabriel: Yes and no, Jaune's family already have him in mind as a member of the family. But Jaune is still not sure if he should be a father.
Guest: I promise to try and update more frequently. But something always comes around and distracts me. And thanks for commenting on the other story too.
Trust me, on the Halloween special that's under this chapter. I show you how dangerous he really is. And I decided to show his semblance in it.
And the Schnees will learn of this in Chapter 28.
Will you got to realize that Violet is the lustful one. And Johnny's time in Vacuo, he was trying to find himself. Until he met Jinx.
In the next chapter I'm going to write about Jonathan and Jasmine talking about this. I'm still trying to figure out what to do with Jonathan and Willow's past.
Thank you, he's doing better now that we're back home. But I got to check on him more often.
Willow: I was think of making Jasmine and Willow sit down and talk it out. Having Jasmine more emotional for the pregnancy.
Guest: Yea I'm writing Violet kinda like my favorite womanizer actor/musician, Pedro Infante.
EndsMeet: Heard this song and it hit hard. But sadly I don't think I'll use it for that... cause of what it's going to happen between them before he dies... or he might not die. It's all up in the air right now.
Bruh: Yes, cause I got some jokes for it. Now that everyone knows that Jaune has been with a man and he's roommates with Violet ;) oh the chaos
Guest: I was looking for a song for this propose, Thanks.
Call me crazy: I actually have a idea of someone ending up with her. There's three people In thinking about... one of them is Jonathan.
Canyah: He was only trying it. He didn't like it... Violet tho is another story since he's basically a lust. But I don't know if I should make him bi tho.
Guest: I went straight to the video and could stop listening to it. I've had that song in repeat all month.
Come To Jesus: What?
Willow: I have a happy ending in mind for her and Whitely. Now that he needs a role model in his life.
More: Here you go :)
LiveSukunaReaction: NOT DARK ENOUGH!!!... I had to tone it down :( even if I write it darker. I had to rewrite it to make it less.
LiveSukunaReaction: Sorry about the flash backs not being in order. Don't want to give away to much before the reveal
wushbaisen: Got some of those songs already planned for later chapters ;)
Soon: Here you go
Songs
1. This is me
By Matt Johnson
2. I GUESS I'M IN LOVE
By Clinton Kane
Once the applauding stopped and some of the children go over to see the performers. Each one showing off some kinda trick and some more brave children with their respective adults. Go over to pet the animals.
While the main guests go over to Violet. Who's still holding Yang's hand "You got some sweet moves" Violet tells her.
"O-hm... me... bad?" Now with no music or any kinda reason for them to actually have a conversation with the man of her dreams. She's hurting to actually talk with him. Not knowing what to say or how to deal with this.
Violet's smile is slowly going away. "Come on!, Say something, anything!" Yang's inner voice yelled at her.
But it all comes crumbling down when Violet pulls his hand away from her. "NNNNOOOOOO!!!!!, not again" she falls on her knees dramatically.
"Hey everyone" Violet looks at the same group from this morning. Beside Team CFVY, who he thanks the gods for. Not wanting to face Coco right now.
"Mister V-" Ghira was about to offer his hand to Violet. But stops when he sees blood trailing down his nose. But what starts to concern him is when the blood turns black.
"Oh dear" Kali said before going over to him. Taking out a hanker-shift "What is that?, Jaune's only let black ooze out" she wipes it away.
"What are you-" he looks at the blood mixed with the black ooze. His eyes shine white "Sorry about that" he takes the hanker-shift. "I'll have this cleaned for ya" he takes a couple of steps back.
"What kinda products are you and Jaune using?" Ghira asks.
Violet shrugs it off "It's supposed to clean my nose" making sure he stops. While doing that he thinks of a cover-up. "It's a product I'm testing out for a friend" Once it's done coming out. He fixes himself "And wants me to promote it"
While that's happening over there. Timmy looks at Violet and then at Jaune. "How?" he asks.
Oro steps in to answer "That's one of my employees" said employee turns his eyes brown and winks. "His semblance is shapeshifting" he tells him.
The revelation makes Timmy and Lizzie stare at the fake Jaune with stars in their eyes. "But he can only last long periods if he does not move as much" he looks at Violet. "Reason why Jaune is over there as Violet" he said.
Timmy looks at Violet being swarm of guests. Some pushing others to get to him "Do you wish for Violet to be here tonight?" Oro asks him.
"Or have Jaune be with us?" Jonathan asks while moving beside them.
"Jaune" he answers without hesitation.
The two older men smile at each other after hearing the answer. "Then let's get big bro to join us" Jade says before going down the stairs.
While that was happening, Violet started to shake hands from fans. Even if some would try to get closer to him. Like his Professor, who is right now grabbing his shoulder to 'Protect him from her students'.
"That is quiet enough of that" she said before taking a step back and pulling him with her. "If you keep this up, I'll have no choice but to escort Mr.Violet to his chambers" she said professionally.
But to the rest, they can see what she's trying to do. Which is why Violet looks around for any brave souls that would save him.
All of them stop Harassing him for only a minute. Till they see Glynda's eyes challenging them to bean block her. So they go back to harassing him.
"Very well, I'll be taking-"
"Gly-" Ozpin couldn't stay aside and let his student be defiled. Was his first thought before she turned to him. Losing his breathe at the very eyes that stared him down as she crippled him.
So he did what he's good at, taking out his flask from his blazer and uncorking it. And drinking from it and walking away. "As you wish Headmistress Goodwitch" he said before he kept walking away.
Now leaving Ghira to man up and ease the situation. "Now" he moves to say something but once her eyes move to him. He stops in his tracks. He might be bigger and have muscles. But even his instincts told him to back away.
And back away he did "Honey?"
"Yes?"
"Why are you behind me?" Kali asks her husband.
"... I missed your rear" he said without any hesitation. Earning a giggle from her.
Blake would have said something about them embarrassing her. Or Yang teasing Blake about it. But just like the rest, they didn't dare awaken the Demon of Beacon.
"Now then, let's go-"
"WAIT!" A voice shouts behind the crowd.
Some of them move to the sides, letting the poor soul through. "Winter?" Weiss said as she witness her older sister's bravery.
Rolling up to Violet who hasn't moved. Afraid he might get snatched up by Glynda and dragged into some sort of portal. Where he will defiled in unimaginable ways. Evidence of her weapon being a riding crop.
"That won't be necessary" Winter tells her. Stopping in front of Violet "I'll be the one accompanying him to his chambers"
"How will you do that?" Glynda mockingly said. "Or even defend him?" she then tilts her head in a mocking manner. "Since carrying a speaker up some stairs. You injured yourself so bad, that you ended up in a wheelchair"
Clover tried to hold back a chuckle. But he let it slip a little bit. Gaining a glare from Winter, who turned to him.
"Now, now ladies" having had enough. "I can perfectly go to my room" Violet tries to move away from them. But Glynda's grip and Winter moving the chair to block his path. Keeps him in the very same dangerous spot.
Looking at his teammates that know his secret. "Help me" he asks.
Nora being the most brave out of the two... turns around. "I want to go and see if there's a sloth amongst the animals" she said sweetly.
"I'll go with you" Ren said quickly.
"Traitors!"
"Violet!" Jade comes in with a folder in hand.
Turning to see his sister "Yes" he said with so much hope in his tone.
"You have practice scheduled for tonight. And Max wants you to look at some documents for the release of your second album" she said with a toothy smile.
"Oh real-" he's stopped by Glynda not releasing him.
Jade glares at the Glynda "Its on!, and I wanted to tell you that it's ready" she said.
Violet raises his eyebrow in confusion "It... is?" playing along.
She loses her glare and nods "Yes, and thank you for offering your time" she said with a small sinister voice.
He recognizes that look of her's "*GULP* Y-yes... and that is?"
"For volunteering for my big prize of course"
Everyone looks at her to say what it is.
"And what might that be?" Winter turns her chair to be facing her.
Tilting her head "Whoever orders my big sister's book before Saturday. Has a chance to get a copy of the rated R music video" she tells them.
Glynda's eyes goes wide, knowing the real reason why it's Rated R. Losing her grip on Violet's shoulders.
Who is also listening to her, not knowing about the nude scene yet.
"And a all paid date with Violet of course" her words seem to freeze time.
As everyone didn't make a move for a couple of seconds. Before pulling out their scrolls and trying to find a website that can preorder the book.
Except Ghira, Weiss, Pyrrha, Whitley, Willow, and the children who came over instead of going to pet the animals.
"I can't find a link," Penny said out loud. With her eyes flashing neon green.
Ciel looks at her partner and then at Jade to ask for an actual link. But she was not there "Where is she?" she looked around.
Everyone looks up from their scrolls and sees her and Violet missing. Instantly looking around to see if they can catch them.
Violet sticks out his head behind the big throne. And then goes back to hiding "Thanks for the safe" he tells Jade and the rest. Taking off his wig and glasses and turns his back at Jade. Who unzips him, revealing his clothes. Being his clothes from the airport.
Then he comes out to see everyone searching for Violet.
Timmy warps his arms around his leg "You were so cool" he said with stars in his eyes.
Smiling at him for the praise "Thanks, now I'll be right back" he says as he unwraps his arms from his leg.
"Where you going?" Timmy asks as he crosses his little arms.
"I'm going to the bathroom to check my nose" he tells him.
Oro comes over "You should, and we should head to the backyard for the party" he tells them.
Timmy pouts "I wanted to hang out with him"
Oro lowers himself "But these people need their king my lord" he says with a smile.
Timmy lets his pout down "Okay" he raise his hands up "Up!" He says cheerfully.
Oro lifts him up and bows "As you wish"
Jaune looks fondly and starts going to his room. But not before seeing his father and mother sneaking off. "Eww" he said as he can imagine why they're doing that.
He walks away from the circus area and keeps going till he pumps into someone "Sorry about that" he said.
The person looks at him with wide eyes "Scars?"
--
Miles is inside a cage, hanging from what seems like a Grimm tree. The branches completely covered in thorns. And under the cage is a pitch black pool of ooze.
Not recognizing the area he's in. Seeing nothing but purple ground and multiple pools of ooze. The sky red and black clouds.
"Pretty place, isn't it" Fear says.
Miles looks at him, his Grimm features returned "Where are we?"
Fear spins around with his hands up "All of this is our rightful land" he stops.
Miles turns to see Fear standing beside "Makes you feel like it's the end" he grabs one of the bars and starts slowly spinning him. "Which to be completely honest with you" he stops. "Is where you'll be till the end" he says sweetly.
"Bu-but we can't die here" Miles said before moving away from Fear.
Letting out a dry chuckle before answering him. "You might be right for now. But we both know that only one of us will keep control" he said before shaking the cage.
"I don't understand?"
Fear looks into his eyes, trying to find the slightest hint of a lie. But there was none "You seriously don't know?... Johnny knew"It only took a minute before realization hit him. Seems to be happy with the new information.
"Knows what?"
A minute passes by before he lets out a laugh of joy. "He *AHM* never told you about the time limit" he says before moving away. "That we are a ticking time bomb. And if we don't choice who gets to stay in control. We all die here in this subconscious world we created. Five souls in one body, fighting to see what comes out on top" he raises his hand up. All four fingers and one thumb extended. Each one wearing costumes of them "You, Johnny, Me, Violet and than Jaune" each one glowing into their colorful auras.
Now understanding what he means "Y-you're lying"
"I'm afraid not" he moves his hand to grab the thumb that's dress as Miles. "But I'm winning none the less. Having you here in the cage" he snaps his thumb off. Black ooze gushing out "Violet being trapped inside his own room" he does the same to his other finger. "Sealed Johnny into his own memories, but with some alternatives" removing his other finger. "And last but not least" he grabs his pinky. "Jaune will soon learn something that'll break him completely" he rips it off. Only leaving the middle finger of him.
Miles looks disturbed by this.
All his dismembered fingers regrow "And once I am in control" his eyes shine crimson. "I'll bring everyone's nightmares to life" he instantly grabs Miles's throat. "And there's no one that can stop me... Not you or even Johnny" he lets go. He laughs as he makes a dagger appear in his hand.
--
"Come on," Johnny tells the person lying on top of him.
"I don't wanna," Jinx says before burying her face in his scared chest.
Her response causes Johnny to smile "You know they are waiting for you"
Feeling her hands move to his chest she raises her head. Showing him the most beautiful pout he's seen. "But I won't see you for a whole week. And... I'm worried"
He moved his arms over her back and gently wrapped them around her. "I'll be fine" seeing her worried eyes. "There's nothing out there that can scare me. Be it bandits or Grimm, nothing keeping me away from you"
Seeing her lose some of that worried expression calms him. Lowering her head to his left peck. Listening to his heartbeats "Fine, but I want a call from you in the morning and at night"
"Alright"
"Promise"
A soft chuckle escapes his lips. Which gained him a slap on his chest "Promise" she said angrily.
"I Jaune Miles D'Arc, promise to call my beautiful and all-aggressive-" she hits him again.
Her action causes him to laugh. Knowing she's going to hit him again for that. He rolls over to be the one on top. Lowering down to be face-to-face. Looking into her grey eyes, still sees her worried. So now he takes her seriously "I promise, and a D'Arc never goes back on their word"
Still worried even with a promise from the man she loves. "Alright," she says softly.
Just as he was about to get off. Jinx wraps her leg and cybernetic leg around Jaune's waist. Causing Johnny to raise an eyebrow in confusion. "We... Should seal the deal" she says embarrassed with a mad blush.
Johnny bites his lower lip. Knowing Rex is waiting for him at the bus station. But that thought flew out the window when she started to grind on him "Please~" all that worried expression disappeared. "I need you Scars~" she moves her hands to the waistband of his pj's pants.
"Fine, my little flower"
--
Hans parks his car in front of his father's bar. Coming out and walking towards it. He notices the lights off and the sign lights on. Confused at the fact his father would have the lights off so early. And not turn off the sign.
He moves to knock and when his hand lands on the door. It moves, showing it's not locked. Reaching for his hand gun and instantly walks in. Aiming around the place, checking if there's anyone.
But his attention falls back at the bar. Where the kitchen door opens. And Kane walks out with a bloody cloth. Wiping his hands clean "Took your sweet time" he said before throwing the rag. "Ran out of fingers to break" moving over to the bar and picking up a bottle.
"Put your hands where I can see them!" Hans yells.
Kane rolls his eyes and draws his pistol fast enough to pull the trigger. Hitting Hans in the shoulder, causing him to drop his weapon. And grabbing his newly injured shoulder.
"Aaahhh!" He's in complete shock. Pulling his hand away and seeing blood. Staring at it for some time before speaking "H-how?... my aura"
"Means nothing to my new dust" Kane keeps his gun pointing at him. "That's the sad thing about people with auras" grabbing the bottle. "Always letting your guard down. Thinking your safe because it makes you stronger, faster, and bullet proof for some time"
Hans takes a step back "What's-"
Then the kitchen door opens and Barrett comes falling out. His face beaten and his hands completely destroyed.
The sight of his father beaten within a inch of his life. Sends rage into his very core, forget his pain. He reaches for the gun but is stopped when someone wraps his arm around his neck. Losing consciousness fast as the person used his other hand to put a rug on his face.
--
"No fucking way!" he gets close and pulls Jaune into a hug. "Fucking Scars," he said before releasing him.
"Damian fucking White!" Jaune said before looking at his bandmates. "What are you guys doing here?" he asks.
Damian scratches his beard "My agent thought it would be awesome if I could be a judge for the Rock Band tournament here. And I heard of a party going on here. So you know how I like to crush parties" he answers. But then he turns around and tells his pals to go inside. Wanting to have a private chitchat with his friend.
Now being alone, Jaune invites him to his old room. Agreeing and following him up the stairs and then taking an elevator. "Damn this castle is big," he says after walking up two floors and taking an elevator for five more.
"Yeah" Then they stop and Jaune leads him to the final door on the right. "My room is your room," Jaune tells him.
Which gives him the clear to go over to a sofa. "Freaking huge room you got here man" he says while looking all over the room.
Seeing the biggest bed he's seen and two tables. With lots of books and a piano on the other one. But what got his attention is a easy bake oven. "Bro" he says before chuckling at the fact he had a girl toy in his room.
Jaune comes back with a drum "What?" he asks before following his eyes to the Toy his Nana gave him. Turning back to him "Fuck you and that dead squirrel that's attached to that shit you call a face" he says before sitting down.
Damian flips him off with a smile. Missing these kinds of moments with actual friends. "Whatever you say, groupie" he says before his smile turns into a grin.
Causing Jaune to roll his eyes "I'm not a groupie"
"Come now, sleeping with Jinx, Juliet, Vanessa, the Adams twins and what's the name of those Mistral girl band?" he asks with a tiny hint of jealousy and a lot of teasing.
Jaune lets out a stressful sigh "Please don't say that in front of my family" he begs. Taking off the top of the drum "And that wasn't me wanting to add a freaking harem by the way" pulling out a bag of weed he saved up back then. "Jinx wanted to try things out and she liked it" he confesses.
Damian lets out a laugh "She was your pimp" he points at him. Turning red from all the laughing and falling off the sofa.
"You know what" Jaune puts away the bag "You can kiss my ass!"
Stopping for a minute to catch his breath "Do you charge extra for that!" he said before falling to laugh again.
Having had enough "You shouldn't talk shit incest!" he shouts in frustration.
Which seems to do the trick, making Damian to shut up instantly. "I thought you would never bring that shit up again, man" he asks nervously.
Acting like an asshole, Jaune cracks a smile "I'm not the one who fucked his long-lost sister~" he says before leaning back on the sofa.
Raising his hands up in defeat "Okay, okay... You win" he says before taking his seat.
Letting a triumphant smile appear, he pulls out the bag. "But can I ask you one question about that?" he asks.
"Fine"
"Why would you fuck them while still fully dressed?" he asks the question many of them had when they heard this from Vanessa.
--
Oro sits by Pietro and has his goddaughter on his other side. They are speaking about a new project. With Oro providing money for it and Willow would help with dust.
"This could help us in the long run Oro" Pietro tells him. "Imagine it, no more worries about the CCTS towers" he says.
Raising his hand up to stop him "I've already told you Pietro, I trust your judgment. And I'm willing to help man kind in anyway possible" he says before gently slapping him on the shoulder.
"And if my godfather has faith in you Dr.Polendina" she grabs Oro's hand. "Then you have my support as well" she says with a smile.
While they're having this discussion. The Schnee siblings are on another table. Watching their sad, depressing drunk of a mother smile and look... happy.
"This is weirding me out" Whitley said out loud.
"Quite" Weiss agreed with her brother... which should be even more weird.
"Specialist-"
"Hey Winter" Clover interrupts Vine.
Winter looks at the Ace ops "Clover" her attention moves back to her mother who let a fit of giggles out.
Her actions makes the Ace ops rise a eyebrow.
While the guests from Atlas are doing their thing. One of the D'Arc twins is looking at Whitely.
Jamie lost in thoughts of Whitely, not wanting to lose sight of him. She doesn't notice Jane looking at her. "Are you seriously crushing on..." she looks at Whitely.
Seeing how skinny and what he's wearing. "He looks like a little kid going to church Jamie. At least find someone with better taste in clothes" she tells her.
Jamie glares at her twin "Just cause we're twins doesn't mean we need to have the same taste in men" she tells her. Turning back to see Whitely "And beside, my man-"
"Oh my god, you called him your man"
"Is here while the so called dream of a man of yours is a guy behind a mask. And hasn't shown any signs of him still being alive since his last concert at Vacuo" she barks back.
"Don't talk about F.A like that" she said before punching her sister's shoulder.
Janice catches this action while listening to Kali. Who was telling everyone embarrassing stories of Blake.
"Hey!, be civil in front of our guests" the oldest sibling said.
Saphron stops listening and looks at the twins. Recognizing what's happening "Not this again" she says. Having had a decent morning till finding out her wife made a powerful enemy out of Jaune's Professor. And stayed at the mansion cause she's preparing something to win a chance to fuck her little brother.
Now everyone is looking at the twins. Which makes Blake happy, not liking her mother giving ammunition to her partner.
Timmy comes back with a plate of cake "Here" he tells Lizzie.
Who accepts it "Thank you" she says before giving him a kiss on his cheek. Making him turn red from the action.
"Ooh~, aren't you two cute" Pyrrha's mother said.
Pyrrha looks at how embarrassed they look. But her attention is caught by a young woman trying to sneak behind Timmy's chair.
"Woah!" Timmy screams out when two hands cover his eyes.
"Guess who?" she says with a deep voice. Not wanting him to recognize her voice.
Timmy grabs the hands and tries to pull them away. But it won't budge.
"Come on Timmy, you can do it!" Nora being the most supporting of the bunch yells out.
Timmy takes his hands away and pounders for a minute. Remembering who isn't here with them. "Coco?" but no answer. So he thinks farther till he remembers someone. "Melody!" he screams out in so much joy.
"Ding, ding!" She let's go "We have a winner!" Moving to his side and wrapping him into a hug. "How's my favorite bartender?" she backs away.
He looks up to her with a smile that makes her happier then she was at the start. "I'm good" he points at the crown "I'm king for the night"
She looks at the crown and then at Lizzie "And let me guess, she's your queen~" she says teasingly.
After seeing how adorable they both acted by her statement. She can see these two grow into the cutest couple ever.
"Melody" Janice says to get her attention. Handing over her daughter to her husband to hold. She stands up and goes over to give a heartwarming hug to her "Thank you for coming"
"Oh shocks, if I would miss a chance to see that brother of yours sing again" they separate. Looking around the table to see new faces and familiar ones. But not the one she was looking forward to seeing "Speaking of which, where's the Rock Star?"
"He went to the restroom!" Timmy shouts. Not liking how long he's taking.
"It's been sometime now, maybe he's resting a bit" Kali said.
Melody lets out a heartfelt laugh before looking at Pyrrha. Pointing at her "You're Pyrrha Nikos"
Pyrrha's calm and happy mood slowly dies.
"Cool, do you know Jaune?"
"He's my partner" she answers. Expecting a big explosive response.
"Awesome, hope he's been behaving with you" she says before letting out a tired sigh. "Love the kid but he could be a little more responsible with his drinking" remembering what happened last night.
"We actually didn't know he drunk till last week" she tells her.
This seems to surprise her "Seriously?"
All Beacon students and Goodwitch present nodded.
Crossing her arms "Well Damn... so mind telling me if your Dating Johnny?" she boldly asks.
Making Pyrrha to blush deeply "I-I-I... seeing someone else" she said embarrassingly. Feeling some emotions that felt distant resurfacing.
"That sucks then" she looks around for Velvet. "Was really hoping to meet the girl who made him sing like that" she says.
"What do you mean?" Janice asks.
Melody looks at her "Your brother sang a beautiful song last night before losing consciousness" she tells her.
"Oh yea!" Jade remembers the amazing song and his aura shining beautifully too. "It was amazing" she says before realizing what Melody meant about meeting the girl.
"Thank you for reminding me dear" Kali said. Wanting to ask Jaune if he could be a dear and give her a copy of that song. Really being a fool for romantic situations and music.
"He sang last night when we left?" Nora asks Ruby.
"Yes"
While they're talking about this. Timmy sinks into his chair while crossing his arms and pouting. Wanting to hear Jaune sing again.
Melody lets out a tired look "After listening to nothing but heavy or regular rock songs by many bands" sighing before resting her eyes on Timmy. "It never stood up to Johnny's music... But after hearing such romantic words last night" a small smile appears. "It just shows how much potential the guy has" A small dust of pink shows on her cheeks.
There was a little bit of silence after that. But eventually, she shakes off those feelings "Anyhow, it must be nice having Johnny as a roommate" she looks at Pyrrha. "Getting to hear some of his music," she said.
But she didn't receive the reaction she was hoping for. Seeing her frown a little "He never... sang for us... he's been keeping many secrets from us" Her sadness spreads to her teammates and Ruby.
Ghira sees how much this hurts them. He turned to see his daughter to be more thoughtful about something else. Noticing she's been like this since they saw that video of Jaune.
Timmy stops his pouting and looks at Pyrrha. "But he's good!" he tells her. Getting her full attention and everyone's else. But his eyes are trained on Pyrrha's "He's good and nice with me and sings me music and, and..." he looks down. Thinking about what Melody told him last night.
He remains quiet after that, not having anything to add. Just thinking about how much Jaune is hurting.
Lizzie looks at her crush and then at Pyrrha "And makes good cookies!" she adds.
Timmy looks up "YEA!"
Their actions causes some chuckles and giggles.
Jade pulls out Max's scroll "Who wants to see another video of big bro?!"
Timmy and Lizzie's eyes go wide before jumping on their chairs "I do, I do!" They repeated.
--
Max is laying on the bed and is smoking weed. Hating the fact he's enjoying this. But it helps him with the pain and the stress of everything.
Amethyst reaches and grabs the joint and takes a hit. But being unexperienced, she lets out a fit of coughs.
Making Max to let out a small chuckle.
She stops and slaps his shoulder "Stop laughing at me"
Turning towards and placing his hand on her face. "Sorry" he begins to rub her gently.
"What are you doing?" she raises her eyebrow in questioning manner.
"Just... just happy that I'm spending my time with you" moving closer to her. "And... kinda glad I'm getting married to you" he inches closer to her face.
Amethyst bites her lower lip. Feeling Max moving his hand down her arm. Only stopping when he reaches hand.
"So I can live every second of my life happy" he said.
Feeling his breath on her face. Ignoring the smell of weed and focusing on his eyes.
But all of that tension is gone when she feels him snatch the joint from her. Seeing him back away and taking a drag.
Laying back down and blowing smoke.
She waits for a minute before moving closer to his side. "I was thinking, maybe we could get married here" she tells him.
Max looks at her "After the week?"
"Yea" she snuggles closer to him. "And we can go to Mistral for our honeymoon"
He smiles on the outside. But deep down he knows why she wants to go there. He's checked treatments there. Some sound legit, but god only knows.
--
Oro looks at the hologram, waiting patiently for the video. Just like the rest of the guests, he really enjoyed the video of his Grandson singing to the children at Atlas.
Willow leans on her godfather's shoulder. Haven't felt this feeling of safety for so long.
The video starts with Jaune smacking his forehead on the piano's keys. "Can't *BANG* think *BANG* of *BANG* a *BANG* Song" he slams his fists on the keys.
The children and the Super Duper Violet fans club members laughed. Some of the adults laugh at his banging his head. But the one who enjoyed it the most is Elm.
"Don't break the piano" Max says while walking beside him. Holding a water bottle and a folder that's open. "We have only two days till we go to Mistral. So hurry and come up with some fresh songs for the second album" he tells him.
Jaune grabs his hat and throws it to the floor. "I can't work in this condition!" he stumps on the hat.
Seeing his anger issues on the big screen reminds the D'Arc members moments he would blow up for the smallest things. Which gives them migraines. But to his friends, Timmy and Lizzie look at his hair. Seeing blue tips and being a little bit longer then when he was in Atlas.
But to Pyrrha it reminded her of the stranger at the park in Argus.
"Then figure it out" Max says before closing the folder. Sounding tired and annoyed at the moment.
"If it was that easy" Jaune slams his head on the piano again. Remaining there for a couple of seconds before shooting his head up. "I GOT IT!" he cracks his fingers before he starts playing.
Trying to place the tune he's playing. But nobody who's heard all of Violet's songs recognizes it.
But he stops instantly "FUCK!"
"There's the Johnny we all know and love" Melody said.
Janice with Saphron both starting to massage their forehead.
"It's official, give me a chance to write heart break songs" he stands up "I'm your guy". He moves over to a table full of snacks and water "Sad, angry or even passionate about equality" he says before lifting up a bag of chips "I'm your guy"
Max rolls his eyes "Then we need to get you some kinda passion for love" he says before thinking.
Jaune snaps his fingers "How about we rent some?!" he yells out.
Many spit takes took place by his words.
"WHAT?!" the older siblings yell out.
Oro is stunned at first before he laughs at the thought of Jaune suggesting something like that.
Yang blushes at the instant suggestion of prostitution from Jaune.
Ruby and Weiss remain silent about this. With wide eyes and slack mouths.
Blake is just like them but has some blood trailing down from her nose.
"Oh my," Kali said while trying to hide her grin behind her hand.
Timmy tilts his head "You can rent.. Love?" he asks the only adult who would answer him.
"You can rent everything kiddo" Melody tells him. Not sounding concerned or shocked at this.
While everyone is shocked or laughing at Jaune's suggestion. Winter looks more scared from a thought. "We had... unprotected sex" her eyes slowly going wide.
Max drops his folder in complete shock "...What?"
Jaune raises his eyebrow in confusion "We can rent some romantic movies to see if that inspires me" he says.
His response makes everyone smack their foreheads. Except Oro, Melody, and the children who didn't understand about renting love.
"Freaking Jaune" Melody says. Remembering how dense he truly is.
"You know what" Max just turns around. "Let's continue this tomorrow" he walks off towards the door. But stops himself "And Jaune" he looks at him. Showing a serious glare "I have security at the elevator door and some station at the entrances and exits" squinting his eyes. "Straight to bed and no attempts of sneaking off for the night" he said deadly.
Jaune rolls his eyes and crosses his heart "I won't wonder off, scout's honor" he said before following him out.
"He's never been a scout" Saphron says out loud.
"You've never been in the scouts," Max says before leaving.
Some children and a couple of grown-ups chuckle or giggle.
The video changes to Max walking aggressively on the sidewalk. Nearing a group of people standing around. Pushing through the people, he sees Jaune leaning on a wall.
Timmy gasps "He didn't go to sleep!" he said in disbelief.
Many of the young orphans gasp with him. Knowing they would have been in so much trouble if they didn't listen to the nuns. Having seen some of the older kids losing desert.
Pushing through the crowd till he's in front. And witnessing a child around seven years old going around with a hat. Asking for liens for the performance.
Noticed the black horns on his head that matched his hair color and having dark brown eyes. But what stands out is his dirty ripped clothes.
Every nun and adult felt horrible at witnessing such a state that child was in.
Ghira unconsciously wraps his arm around his daughter. Causing Blake to look at her father. Who is still watching the video. And then Kali places her hand on her hand. That's been resting on the table.
Janice looks at her girl. Looking at her so happy watching the video. Then focuses her attention back to the video. Hoping Jaune and Max could help that child.
Eventually the child stops in front of Max. Which Jaune looks at him. "I can explain" Jaune said while rising his hand and holding the guitar with the other.
Max walks around Billy and goes over to Jaune "And that would be?" He said angrily.
Jaune stays quiet for a minute "I... was sleepwalking" he said with a nervous/scared smile.
"It seems as if Jaune is in trouble" Penny says out loud.
Max looks at the guitar for a minute before grabbing it and pulling it out of Jaune's hands. "We are leaving now and I'm going to chain you to your bed" he said.
"What about the kid?!" Jamie asks.
Just when Max was about to turn around and leave. But he's met with the child. "You can't leave!" He yells at them. "I need help" he said sadly.
"What?"
Jaune moves over to be beside the child "This is Billy and he needs help to get money for medicine for his big sister" he tells him.
"If the child needs money then why doesn't he just give him money?" Whitely said in an obvious tone.
"Maybe cause he's been told not to trust rich people" Clover answers him.
Max looks at Billy and then back at Jaune "Then give him some"
"He-"
Billy glares at Max "Nothing free, my sister told me not to trust people who try to offer me free candy or money" he says.
"Children shouldn't be doing this" Mira says sadly. Knowing they do this so siblings don't get separated.
Ghira lets out a heavy sigh.
Jaune has a bitter smile after hearing that. "And that's why I'm here" he tells him. "Trying to help him out with this"
Timmy looks at Pyrrha "See, see" he points at the video. "He's a good person" he says happily.
Pyrrha looks at Timmy "I know he is Timmy" she turns her attention back to the video. Knowing that Jaune is an amazing person. But now realizing he's the main reason she took her shot to attend Beacon.
Max looks torn by this "Fine" he tells Jaune.
"I am not a stranger to the dark. Hide away, they say. Cause we don't want your broken parts. I've learned to be ashamed of all my scars"
Hearing about his scars. Makes Jaune's older sisters, Silver, Alfred and Oro look sadden.
"Run away, they say, No one'll love you as you are. But I won't let them break me down to dust. I know that there's a place for us. For we are glorious"Jaune leans on the wall as he lets a tear slide down his cheek.
"When the sharpest words wanna cut me down (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh) I'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown 'em out (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh) I am brave, I am bruised. I am who I'm meant to be, this is me" Max helps him by singing the Ooh parts.
"Look out 'cause here I come (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh)And I'm marching on to the beat I drum (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh) I'm not scared to be seen. I make no apologies, this is me"
Melody has a small smile. Recognizing this part of Johnny so well.
"Another round of bullets hits my skin. Well, fire away 'cause today, I won't let the shame sink in"
Timmy unconsciously starts fiddle with his spoon. Something about the way he's singing makes him feel sad. But happy at the same time.
"We are bursting through the barricades and. Reaching for the sun. Yeah, that's what we've become. I won't let them break me down to dust. I know that there's a place for us. For we are glorious"
Blake takes his words to heart. Even more now that she knows he's the guy who talked some sense into her.
"When the sharpest words wanna cut me down (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh) I'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown 'em out (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh)"
Ghira smiles at his words. Something about the words causes him to feel like a Faunus would be saying these words more than a human.
"I am brave, I am bruised. I am who I'm meant to be, this is me. Look out 'cause here I come (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh) And I'm marching on to the beat I drum (Ooh-Ooh-Ooh-Ooh) I'm not scared to be seen. I make no apologies, this is me. This is me"
Ruby is the first to clap for the performance. Which then Timmy and then everyone else starts applauding for the song.
Jaune and Max bow at the applause. While Billy walks around with the hat. Getting more money.
Someone pushes some of the bystanders and gets in front of them. His eyes glaring at Max and Jaune, before they meet Billy's. "You again?, I thought we told you to scram. We don't allow street performers here" he reaches for Billy.
The Faunus who are watch tense at the actions. The way he just reaches for Billy's horns.
"Sorry for that" Jaune goes over quickly and gets between him and Billy.
"No" he said with a glare pointed at Jaune. "Now move before I force you out of the way!" he was about to move Jaune.
"Sorry but I can't" Jaune keeps his smile on.
"Don't mess with me kid. I'm a Huntsman, and I have difficulty of holding back" he snarls.
To say Glynda and some of the older watchers feel sick of hearing a person use his rank as a huntsman to harm someone.
"How about a bet then?" Jaune says. He stuffs his hand inside his pocket for a bit. Before pulling out a lien. "If I can get this lien from under the hat" he throws the lien onto the floor and ask Billy for the hat. "You forget all of this and" he places the hat on the lien "You pay Billy here three hundred lien" he says before looking at the kid.
"The kid must have a trick under his sleeve" Clover says.
"Deal" he seem to lose his rage and agrees instantly.
"Great" Jaune said before bending over and moves his hand over the hat before straightening himself. And smirks as he shows the lien in his hand.
Everyone's eyes go wide from this.
"How did he do that?!" Timmy to into the video. Slams his little hands on the table "Is he... magic?" he turns to Jade.
Who has a smirk "Nope" she says with a smirk. Knowing the actual trick. Have fallen for it before.
To say that the Hunter's eyes went wide from the revelation. "WHAT?!" not even wasting time. He goes and lifts up the hat to make sure that the lien Jaune has is the same.
"Gotcha!" Jaune yells out as he goes and grabs the lien. Getting everyone by surprise by his trickery.
Oro bursts out in laughter "He fell for it too!" He keeps laughing.
Willow giggles "Too?" she looks at her godfather. Who stops and looks embarrassed by his confession.
Earning more laughs from everyone who heard him.
"WHAT?!" the Hunter glares at Jaune.
Jaune throws the lien at Max. Who catches it and keeps looking at Jaune. Surprised at the fact his trick worked.
"Pay up" Jaune extends his hand out.
"You think you can just get away with that!, cheater!" The Hunter yells at Jaune.
"HEY! MY BROTHER ISN'T A CHEATER!" All of Jaune's sister yelled out.
"It's not cheating" he says as he moves in closer. "It's called skill asshole" he said before pushing the Hunter.
Looking furious at the fact a child pushed him. And hearing his fellow Huntsmen and civilians laugh or egg him on about being a pushover.
Not letting this make him look weak. His hands ball up into fists and throws a punch towards Jaune's face.
Timmy eyes go wide "Look out!" yelling out at the video.
Jaune moves his head in time to barley dodge the fist trying to connect his chin. "HOLD STILL!" the Hunter screams in rage. Throwing fast punches like a mad man.
The children wow at the speed they're moving.
While the rest being trained fighters aren't as impressed.
Only shocking Jaune's friends and Glynda at the way he's dodging. Never seen him move as fast like that.
"Hard pass" Jaune says while dodging all his hits.
His response makes Oro smile at his handy work.
"Jaune stop playing around and let's go before they call the police!" Max screams at him. Backing away with Billy who's still holding the lien.
Having had enough of this kid mocking him. The Hunter sees a opening when Jaune turns to say something to Max. Taking a step forward and puts all his weight on this one punch.
Everyone whose trained in hand to hand combat can see the strength behind that hit.
"Al-" feeling a fist dig into his stomach. His eyes focusing on the Hunter who had a smirk on his face.
"Oh no!"
But it's replaced with fear when he sees Jaune isn't reacting painful at his hit. And his eyes are glaring right into his.
Yang's go wide from seeing this. Even her teammates are shocked at this.
Nora jumps up "Kick his butt Fearless leader!" She yells out.
Her action causes many to chant fearless leader.
"Nice hit" grabbing his forearm and keeping him in place. "But" he drives his own punch into his stomach. Making a small but powerful impact. Seeing the Hunter bend forward and letting out spit.
"That's my boy!" Oro screams out. Joining Nora, Ruby and the children, chanting for him.
"Lacks power" Jaune spit out. Letting go of the weakling and looking at how he falls on his knees. Holding onto his stomach, hoping his aura heals him quickly.
"Let's go" Max goes over and grabs Jaune's arm.
"Fine" he says before pulling his arm away from Max.
Both turning around to leave. Not expecting the Hunter to look up furious. Pulling out his dagger from his back.
Glynda bites her lower lip "Let that be a lesson, never turn your back on an opponent, and especially an enemy" she tells her students
Pyrrha nods, having learned that lesson at one of her opponents at the tournaments.
"AAAAA!" Running towards Jaune's back. Moving his dagger forward to stab him in the back.
Timmy covers his eyes, afraid to see.
But Jaune turns around fast enough to kick the blade to the side and quickly kicks him on his stomach. This time not holding back, sending the would-be Hunter flying a block away and crashing into a car's side. Breaking the windows and causing the car to move a couple of feet away from where it was parked.
To say everyone's eyes were wide to see that. Even Nora, who hit Yang hard enough to send into the air. But she was using a make shift weapon... they needed to get the food checked at Beacon.
Max stares in complete shock "We need to leave" he goes and grabs Jaune's hand and pulls him away. And grabs Billy "Let's go!" he pulls him too.
His action causes Billy to drop the lien "Sister's medicine money!". He pulls from Max's hand and goes to pick up the lien.
To hear this, breaks the adults hearts.
Almost done picking it up "WHAT IS THE MEANING OF THIS!" he stops and looks up.
Seeing a man around his mid-thirties, wearing a black suit with a red tie.
Billy looks more scared than before. He drops the lien and tries to run. But the guy catches him by the horn. "Didn't I teach you a lesson already?" he glares at Billy.
The very action causes all Faunus present in-furious at the sight before them.
Timmy looks at the screen, hoping Jaune would save Billy.
"This time I'm going to throw you into the dumpster with a bullet-"
His words causes many to hold their breath.
"HEY!" Jaune pulls from Max and dashes right at the guy. Pulling his fist back and throwing the first punch.
Causing the stranger to let go and dodge the hit.
They all breathed after that. Seeing Jaune save Billy.
He would have continued the fighting but he stops and checks on Billy. "Are you okay?" Jaune kneels down and looks over his face.
Ghira couldn't help but admire his actions. Seeing Jaune be such a pure figure of hope to the equality he's wanted to be.
Seeing the tears on Billy's eyes, makes Jaune's blood boil. His face turning pure red. Getting back up and cracking his knuckles.
The other guy pulls out a custom gun and knife.
Timmy looks even worse, till Melody places her hand on his shoulder "Don't worry, Johnny can take him. Just watch" she says before looking at the screen.
Timmy looks back, with a little bit more faith in Jaune's skills.
"Max, take Billy and get his sisters" Jaune's voice sounding more deeper. Taking a step away from Billy "Take them to the hotel. I'll meet you there once I put this fucker down"
"GET HIM BIG BRO!" Jamie yells out.
"YEA!" Everyone yells
"Big words from a dead kid" aiming his gun at Jaune. "Thinking he can take on an ex Huntsman. Whose body count is double-digits and Grimm is over a hundred"
The information wavers some of those who cheered him on.
But not his family and Melody. Them knowing how Jaune fights.
Jaune rolls his eyes "Are we seriously going to dick measure before fighting?". He gets into a battle stance "Cause I have a hunch I'm bigger than you" he joked.
Some laugh at his mock at the ex-Hunter. And some thinking he shouldn't be taking this lightly.
But in doing so, he got shot in the thigh. Only flinching from the impact.
All laughter dies when they hear the gunshot. And witnessing the blood, shocking some.
"Wait a minute... the kid doesn't have aura?!" Harriet yells out.
To say Elm is more shocked then the rest "He... beat me without... aura" the revelation hits her hard.
Willow looks shocked but is stopped by Oro patting her hand. Getting her attention "He'll be fine" he returns to look at the screen
Everyone at the table looks shocked at the wound. None more than Timmy, who starts tearing up.
"JAUNE!" Max was about to move and try to do something to get him out of there without thinking about his well-being.
But stops when he sees Jaune dashing forward and being shot again. But the bullet went through his arm. Blood gushing out from the exit wound. Dodging the other shots till he got close enough.
"Wow" Clover said
"I'm not surprised," Peitro said, knowing of the family's secret.
"Not even a stun" Winter whispers at the sight.
The ex Hunter quickly takes aim at his face. But Jaune moves his head while grabbing his arm and forces him to to aim up.
A fight of strength starts as the ex Hunter tries to pull free. While Jaune just adds more pressure.
"LET GO!" he swings his knife to stab him or scare him off.
The suspense is killing them. Seeing a knife in the mix at a close range.
But Jaune did not, he kept him locked and dodged the swings by moving his stomach.
"Piece of SHIT!" The Hunter finally regained his consciousness. Seen as he runs into Jaune's back. Stabbing him in the back.
To say the D'Arc's confidence wavered. Seeing Jaune being stabbed all of a sudden.
Letting go of the ex Hunter's arm. Which the guy took advantage of, as he took some steps back.
Jaune quickly turns around with a punch ready. Catching the Hunter off guard by the speed of the hit. And causing him to spite out saliva and blood by the power behind it.
Some children flinch at the punch more than the stab.
Weiss couldn't stop but look and burn the image of Jaune's expression. The way it felt cold and outraged. Reminded her of the time he called her out.
Aura flashing by the punch. Jaune doesn't waste time to continue the rage filled beat down he's dishing out. Till the shattering of his aura appears.
But Jaune didn't stop there. He grabs him and throws him at the ex Hunter who was loading his gun while Jaune was beating up the other guy.
Seeing the rag doll body flying towards him. He moves out of the way and starts shooting at Jaune. Hitting him on his center mass. "DIE" he yells out.
Melody unconsciously chokes on her breath.
Pyrrha and Nora doing the same from seeing this. Ren's hands turn to fists.
"YOU FIRST!" Jaune moves to the side and runs up to him. Getting hit again, but he doesn't stop. Instead, he grabs his face and uses his strength and weight to slam his head onto the road.
Witnessing such brutality from her worst student she ever had. Fighting two trained huntsmen like nothing. Taking hits that would have stopped or more likely killed. Still going, showing raw strength that shouldn't be possible. Makes Glynda the most shocked out of them all.
Seeing the ex Hunter's feet up in the air. While his head is smashed into the ground. Creating a crater, but he doesn't last long like that. Since Jaune grabs him by the ankle and proceeds to slam him repeatedly onto the road like a doll.
Some flinch at the ex Hunter, looking like a corpse at this point. While Ghira, Kali and Oro felt no shame in his state.
Once the ex Hunter's aura broke and Jaune cools off by letting all his pent up rage out.
He tosses him to the side and fixes his appearance. Reaching behind and grabbing the handle of the dagger.
"Is he trying to bleed out?!" Blake was the one to yell out. Seen some of the White Fangs member die by that. Bleeding out like idiots, just cause they thought they looked cool doing it.
Yanking it out, blood comes out and Jaune didn't make a sound. Dropping the weapon and looking around to see everyone staring. "Thanks for the help" he goes over to flip the Hunter over.
"Okay what the heck is wrong with the guy?!" Whitely said. "The guy hasn't reacted to the pain... is this a cheesy movie?!" He asks out loud.
He takes his wallet and grabs the lien and throws the wallet on the owners back.
"Is he seriously stealing from him?!"
Oro looks at Whitely "Child, sit and watch"
"Are you seriously stealing from him?!" Someone yelled out.
Jaune glares at the person "I'm collecting what was promised to me. Not my fault the asshole is a sore loser" he walks towards Max and Billy.
"Ha!, big bro was owed and he's collecting" Jade laughs at Whitely
"Jade!... be nice" Jamie said. Blushing a little from feeling Whitely's eyes on her.
"Let's go get your sisters and go to the hospital to get her treated" he says with a gently smile.
Heart strings were pulled by that. Worried more of Billy and his sisters then his wounds.
At that time, Max not wasting time goes over and grabs Billy and carries him away.
The video changed to Jaune carrying suitcases and Max too. Both walk through the lobby "Here we go!" Jaune yells in excitement.
"WHAT?!" Some yell out.
"What happened to Billy's sister?!" Nora yells out.
"WAIT!" Billy yells out while running towards them. And a little girl running behind him. While he's pushing a older woman, who has the same features as them. Which are black horns like Billy and black hair too. Both wearing a white dress and black sneakers.
Seeing the two girls with Billy cause some to let out a sigh of relief.
But Kali recognizes the older sibling "Honey!" she starts to pull on Ghira's arm. "That's Harley from the fish market!" She says happily.
Ghira tilts his head before realizing it "You're right, dear"
They both turn around and they reach them. "Billy, Daisy, and Harley?" he says confused.
Stopping in front of him and Billy pulling the brakes on the wheelchair. "We wanted to say goodbye and good luck!" Daisy yells out with a pout.
The little cute voice sends some to coo at her cuteness.
"To adorable" Weiss whimpers out. Having a weakness to cute things in life.
"Yea!" Billy agrees with his little sister.
"Now, now, no yelling" Harley says while having a small smile. She moves her attention towards Jaune "We are-"
"I know, but don't thank me. Just keep looking after each other" he tells her. Looking at Billy "Remember when you guys need anything. Just tell the employees to put it on my tab. And I already paid everything in advance for your treatment"
Hearing this gives Timmy a big smile and looks at Pyrrha with a toothy smile.
Who giggles at his expression "I know, I know" she giggles out.
Max places his suitcases down and pulls out an envelope from inside his blazer. "I was going to leave this with the receptionist. But since you guys are here" he goes over to hand it to Harley. "There are three tickets for you to go to Menagerie once you're feeling better," he tells them.
"And I added around fifty-five thousand lien for you guys to get a place there and some things you need" Jaune said before putting down his suitcases. Moving towards Billy and kneeling "So take care of your sisters" he pats his head. "And never forget to also take care of yourself"
Witnessing the pat on Billy's head makes Timmy a little bit jealous. But he ignores it for the fact he was right of Jaune being a good person.
"He's really generous" Winter said with a small smile.
Her statement and smile doesn't go unnoticed by her young siblings. Even Clover nods at her statement.
Elm wants to be angry at him and the fact he beat her without aura. But seeing his good passionate heart. Cause her to groan and let her negative emotions go.
Billy suddenly moves forward and embraces Jaune in a hug.
"I want a hug too!" Daisy goes over and hugs him too but on his side.
Looking closely to Billy's hands gripping his jacket. "Thank you" he said softly.
Seeing this makes his sisters and his friends to shed a tear from Billy's words and actions.
Oro críes for a bit but stops himself. But feels Willow leaning on him. Comforting him through this.
Max looks at them with a heartfelt smile.
But Jaune looks uncomfortable by this action. Awkwardly waiting for them to release him.
"There we go" Melody says as she wipes away some tears "The macho persona Johnny has" she says with a sad smile. Seen him act cold and silent to those around him. Even if he ends up helping someone. He acts like he doesn't deserve their praise.
Once they separated, Jaune pats both children's heads. "Take care, please" his eyes threaten to tear up. Giving them a final pat, he stands up and shoved his hand inside his pocket and pulls out a ziplock. Two used bullets inside it "I want you to keep them" he hands it to Billy.
Weiss wants to say gross but the moment is to emotional to ruin it.
Billy's eyes shine "Really?!" He grabs them.
"Yea" he lets go "A reminder that there's people out there that are willing to take a bullet for you guys. No matter if they're human or other Faunus" the video ended there.
The video ended there. Leaving some with tears sliding down and ruining some makeups.
"He's truly a D'Arc" Pietro said with a chuckle.
Penny looks at everyone crying and trying to gather themselves.
Ruby blows into a handkerchief and Yang just wipes her tears "Alright, that's a good video" she confesses.
Pandora finishes her emotional tears and grabs her daughter's hand "I'm glad you have such an incredible partner"
Pyrrha nods while still crying "Yes I do" she agrees.
Just before Silver could retrieve Max's scroll. A video starts with Max sitting in the hotel. With a newspaper in hand.
Everyone looks up at the video.
Jaune walks inside the room and has his jacket messed up.
Everyone recognizes what they're wearing from the last video they saw at the hotel.
"So?... what took you so long?" Max says with a smile.
Jaune walks by him with a skip in his step "I just lost my V card" he said with a stupid grin.
Max's eyes go wide at the revelation.
And just like Max's reaction. Everyone's eyes go wide and some laugh at the random video.
Silver turns off the scroll and puts it inside his pocket.
Timmy and many other children tilt their heads "Whats a V card?"
--
Velvet is putting on makeup in their room. But something is bothering her to the very core. Stopping for a second to remember what they gathered. "The photos" show what looks like a hooded child with pure white wings.
But just as that image came, the other followed suit. The picture of a child's back riddled with cuts, bruises, and the biggest thing that stuck with her. Are the scars of where his wings used to be.
Thinking about those albums that were found there. "Violet," she thought of the very man whom she hurt. Remembering the scars he showed her that night. The way he kept saying he knows how it feels to be a Faunas.
And remembering what Oro has told them about their target. Knowing he likes to torture and kill his victims slowly. Now understand what Violet meant by always surviving.
It didn't take long for her to connect the dots. But the only mystery right now is why Kane is trying to capture him. And what's the connection to the D'Arcs with Violet?
--
Back with Jaune and Damian who are high. Eyes are red and both have relaxed expressions.
Taking a hit before passing it back to Damian. "So I was thinking. You should come with us to Vacuo" Damian said.
Jaune shakes his head "Can't, have school... Damian?" he looks at him. "I'm... sorry for leaving without a saying goodbye" he said sadly.
"It's fine man... I understand... I'm hungry"
Jaune gets up "Let's go to the party, there's food there" he extends his hand towards him.
Damian smiles and grabs his hand and pulls himself up.
--
Timmy is talking to Ghira, who's been answering some childish questions. "My favorite color?" he repeats the question.
Kali can see how much fun her husband is having with Timmy. Causing a thought that's been buried since Blake left them. "Maybe... We could have another" Her thoughts make her blush a little bit.
"So you've been accepted two years early?" Melody asks Ruby.
Yang takes the opportunity to embarrass her baby sister. By wrapping her arm around her and pulling her closer. "That's right, my baby sister is the bee's knees" she says while pulling Ruby closer.
"Yang!" Ruby whines.
Small giggles surround the table that aren't Ghira, Timmy, Lizzie and Kali.
Oro having such a good time with his goddaughter and old friend. Glances towards the rest of the Schnee clan.
His eyes meet all three of theirs. Waving them to come over. Seeing for only a minute the hesitation.
Jane listens in to Ruby and Yang's talking about their home.
"It sounds peaceful" Chris says.
"It does but it's so boring sometimes. The only fun time must be when Violet came to play" turning to Ruby. "Right, Rudy~" she says with a teasing smile.
"YANG!" she slaps her shoulder.
Yang lets out a laugh before continuing "That was an amazing night. Got a free meal from a stranger and four tickets to the best concert I've been to"
"Getting a free meal from a stranger?" Ruby looks confused by this new information. "You've never mentioned that" she said.
Yang leans back in her chair "Some guy offered to pay for everyone's food at that Faunus-owned restaurant" she tells her.
Ruby looks impressed "Must have been a big bill. Patch was packed that day"
Blake looks more uncomfortable by now knowing her partner was there.
The wonderful conversations suddenly stop when they hear big belly laughs erupt from the entrance. Turning to the duo who are laughing like maniacs.
Jaune is the first one to stop and look around. Till his eyes land on the table of food. Smacking Damian's chest with the back of his hand "Told you the food was here"
Damian looks at the table filled with delicious-looking food. Instantly he pushes Jaune and starts a mad dash towards the food. "Sorry buddy but first come first serve!" he yells out before laughing.
Jaune catches his footing and has this huge smile. And takes off after Damian "Alright!" he yells out.
Running past him and causing Damian to try harder. But he lost as Jaune grabbed a plate and started to fill it up. Till a mountain of food is wiggling in a cartoonish way.
"He's going to eat all of that?" Lizzie says out loud.
Witnessing their team leader not even sitting down to eat. Just use one hand to grab the food and the other to hold the heavy plate. Stuffing his mouth and munching away.
While Damian is doing the same but only having two chicken legs and smashed potatoes. Taking a bite and savoring the chicken "Mmm~, dude this chicken is the bomb"
All Jaune does is nod and continue to stuff his mouth. But then he realized where they were. Looking around to see everyone's eyes on him. But some of those are glares from his sister's, grandfather and one big brown lady. Whose glare is more life-threatening than his family.
His eyes moved around till they landed on Timmy. Dropping all the food, causing the sound of the plate shattering and making some flinch. "TIMMY!" he walks over to the food. "Come here" he waves him to come "I want you to meet a friend of mine"
He looks at Ghira and then back at Jaune. Wondering if he should stay put. I noticed Jaune is acting weird and has red eyes.
Damian looks at Timmy and recognizes him from the interview of Violet.
Jaune can see what's happening so he asks Damien to come with him. Which led to a very awkward moment for his friends and their parents.
Damien eyes at Yang and his eyes move towards Saphron. Winking at her and blowing a kiss.
The very action makes Saphron feel ill.
But seeing Jaune smack the back of his head. Causing Damien to drop his plate and start to rub his head. "What the fuck was that for?"
"That's my sister asshole, so show some damn respect" his change of voice sends a chill through Damien.
Who starts to apologize for his actions.
Jaune crosses his arms and looks at him "You're lucky you didn't pull that crap on my little sisters"
"I'm sorry," he said before trying to step away. And hoping he could walk away and go straight to his bandmates.
But he's stopped when Jaune's hand grabs his jacket. "Now where do you think you're going" when Damian met Jaune's eyes. He peed a little.
But just as the hard stone killer expression appeared on Jaune. Pulling him closer so he can wrap his arm around him. "You still haven't met my Apprentice!" he said with the happiest voice.
Hearing that makes Timmy speechless. With his ears standing straight and a smile morphing.
Damian looks at Timmy and back to Jaune "You serious?" but all the answer he gets is Jaune tightening his arm around him "Okay". He looks back at Timmy who was gone.
Who reappeared from under the table and runs towards Jaune. Slamming into him and holding him. And looking up to see that warm smile "You mean it?" he asks.
"Yes" letting go of Damian and moving his arms to grab Timmy. "You got talent kiddo" raising him and holding him with one arm. Looking into his eyes it feels as if he's looking into his own. "So why not teach you? Kinda how my uncle Cash taught me to connect with music"
"You will?"
"Of course, like my uncle Cash told me. If you had one shot, or one-"
"Opportunity" Pyrrha interrupts him.
Causing everyone to look at her. Seeing her eyes looking at Jaune her expression shifting into shock. Now confirming her suspicious about him.
Jaune looks at her and eventually gives her a small smile. "To seize everything you ever wanted"
She raises her hand and sticks up her pointer finger "One moment, Would you capture it?
He raises his hand and does the release motion "Or just let it slip?"
After they remain staring at each other. Timmy looks between them "What's happening?"
Damian starts rubbing his forehead "Not another one"
A chuckle escapes Jaune "When did you realize?"
"Since we watched that video of you with blue tips" she answers with a small blush.
That warm expression disappears "What video?"
"The one where you helped Billy" Timmy answers him. And then proceeds to throw himself at him and wrap his little arms around Jaune's neck. "You're a good person" he tells him. And starts poking at his arm "And strong" he said.
Jaune lets his smile slip for only a second. But it's enough to be noticed by everyone except Timmy.
Once Timmy pulls away and looks at him. Noticing the way his eyes look sadden "What's wrong?"
Jaune ignores him for a bit. Placing him down "It's nothing... Just thought I haven't spoken to them... Ever"
"Oh, why not?"
"I've been in hiding since Vacuo. So I couldn't ask the hotel at Vale if they left a number or something" he confesses.
Janice would have interrogated him by now. But she's been busy and it's hard to get him alone.
"Then why don't you call them right now?" Ruby asks.
"I'm busy all week Ruby"
"Don't worry about them Jaune" Kali said. Getting his attention "They're fine, living near the shore and happy to tell you. Harley is happily married" she said with a smile.
"Really?" Jaune's expression softens.
"Yes"
"At least they're fine" Oro appears behind Jaune.
Jaune jumps away from his grandfather. But not before grabbing Timmy and holding him protectively. He was startled by Oro sneaking up behind him.
Damian's eyes go wide as he looks at the beast of a man standing beside him.
"When did you get here YOU OLD FART!" Jaune yells at him.
Not wasting time, Timmy smacks Jaune's chest to get his attention. Once their eyes meet "Be nice" he tells him.
Looking at how cute Timmy's pout, makes Jaune nod in announce. "Fine... But he scared me" he says in his defense.
"Can we please have Timmy at Jaune's side twenty-four-seven?" Saphron asks her grandfather.
"I second that," Jane said while raising her hand. Then Jade, Jamie, and even Janice shrugged and followed their lead.
Seeing all his sisters raise their hands. Causes a tick mark on his forehead head "And what is that supposed to mean?"
"Timmy keeps you in check... Just wish you didn't get drunk or high too" Jane said.
"And I wish you all backed off. But you're still trying to control me" Jaune's eyes shine crimson for a second. "Let me be me or leave me alone. Cause I'm no one's Pet"
"Now, now Jaune" Oro goes over and pats his shoulder. "They only mean well. Plus don't go on a dramatic run. We have to celebrate this amazing night" he waves to everyone. "We have many people here to entertain. So how about you go" he stuffs his hand inside his pocket and pulls out the device. "And perform for us," he says.
"Too tired" he rejected him instantly.
"Please" Timmy puts both hands together and gives him the puppy dog eyes.
Jaune looks down and snorts "Sorry kiddo, but too tired to sing. Maybe next time" he lets out a tired yawn.
Holding that pose for a minute before pouting "I'm king for the night" he squints his eyes at him.
"YEA!" Ruby, Jamie, Jade, and even Melody yell out.
He turns around "Sorry but this guy is going to go look for some desserts"
Timmy gasps at his cuteness failing him. Before he could run after him, Damien laughs out loud.
Causing Jaune to stop and turn his head "What's funny?"
Damian stops and wipes away a tear "Just the thought of Violet being here" he looks down to Timmy. "He would have sung you any song at any time" looking back at Jaune. "Maybe we can wait for him to show up and get some good music"
"Actually, where is my man?" Yang asks out loud.
"Sorry, Miss. Xiao Long" Glynda looks at her student. "What was that remark about my *Cough* sorry. I mean about Violet?" she asks.
Yang meets Goodwitche's eyes and gets flashbacks about what happened at Beacon. "Nothing!" she says before burying in her chair.
"Yes, where is Violet? I've been itching to ask if he wouldn't mind dating my precious kitten" Kali says before hugging Blake.
In a different time and surrounded by other people. Who isn't staring daggers at her? Making her ears hold still when she hears Glynda's eye twitch. She would have been happy at the fact her mother would hook her up with Violet.
Jaune turns to them and then back at Demain "You think you can-"
"Yeah, where is Violet?" Timmy has a grin plastered. "I know he would sing for me, the king" he said cheerfully.
At this point, Jaune has a huge tick mark on his forehead. His face is red from the rage he's feeling.
"He's about to blow!" Jade screams out before going under the table.
Ren unconsciously goes under the table and pulls Nora down with him.
Before he could yell out anything he deflates "Fuck" he said before going over to Oro and taking the device. "Pushing my buttons" going up to the stage "Getting a raise out of me"
"It's clear" Jane tells Jade.
Who pops out from under the table, with Nora popping her head first. "We're good Renny" she tells her boyfriend.
He gets up and takes his seat to see Jaune getting ready.
Oro chuckles before he hears the doors open. With Team CFVY and Port coming in.
Velvet keeps looking around while following everyone else.
Melody is stealing glances at Jaune. Who's stretching his body "... Why did the squirt get hot" she thought to herself.
Coco spots the rest of Jaune's family. "They're over there" she tells the rest of her team.
Timmy having amazing hearing, turns to see Velvet. His smile grows before running past Oro and Demain.
Being startled by how fast Timmy ran by. "Kid moves scary fast" he says out loud.
Just like a mini-missile, he moved towards Velvet. "VELVET!" he yells before he crushes into her.
He looked up to see her wearing the same smile as him.
Many who don't know Velvet would mistake her for an older sister to Timmy.
She looks at the crown "What's this?"
He releases her and backs away before posing. Crossing his arms and raising his head in pride "I'm King for the night"
Yatsu smiles at him and gives a small bow. While Fox does the same, but his is small lived.
"Looking good kid" Coco says before lowering her shades and winking at him.
The speakers awaken "What song?" Jaune asks while tapping his foot repeatedly and having his arms crossed.
Timmy turns towards him "Surprise me!" he yells before turning back to Velvet.
Jaune's right eye begins to twitch "Why that cute little!". Turning to see a waitress "HEY!" he waves her to come over. Once she's there, he goes over and leans down to whisper something into her ear.
"What is he doing?" Weiss said.
"Maybe trying to conquer another conquest" Whitely says. Rolling his eyes by how irritated he's feeling about his sisters never taking their eyes off him.
Winter tries not to pay any mind to Whitely's remark. Feeling the tiniest jealousy from seeing Jaune whisper into another's ear.
The waitress nods and goes to fetch something. Jaune licked his lips and clapped his hands together.
Everyone looks at the waitress going to the bar that's on the other side. Coming back with a Jack The Ripper bottle.
Velvet picks up Timmy an in doing so. Giving him the chance to see Jaune grabbing the bottle from the waitress.
"NO!" he screams to get Jaune's attention. Even after being picked up, he starts to try and get off. Once down he runs towards the stage "STOP!"
But Jaune chugs the alcohol, not stopping after hearing him.
His family stood aside, not wanting to make a scene. Knowing once he starts drinking he gets pissy if they try to stop him.
Timmy managed to get on and went to him and started punching his leg "Stop it, stop it"
Something about this scene makes Willow's chest tighten. And looking at her children, who glance at her for only a second.
Jaune drinks the last drop and wipes his lips and throws the bottle into one of the speakers. The shattering makes some flinch at the sudden action.
Even Timmy stops and looks at the glass on the floor. He turns back and hits Jaune harder this time. But he hits him in the nuts by accident.
Every man flinched at the hit, some even grabbing their family jewels.
But Jaune looks unfazed by the hit. The majority of the reason is he didn't hit him in the nuts. He hit his dick.
Timmy looks up to see his face "No more drinking!"
"No more ignoring me" Jaune said while crossing his arms.
"You're being mean" Timmy does the same thing like him.
"You're being mean too"
This went on for a couple of minutes. Till Oro had enough "That's it!" he goes up on stage. "You both are being mean to our guests" he points at everyone. "So stop arguing and perform" he grabs Timmy.
Who went without making a fuzz.
Jaune would have punched him right then and there. But he had Timmy in his hands "Fine, but I don't know which song to sing"
Lizzie raises her hand "I know, I know!" she yells to get his attention.
Jaune looks around "Who said that?" he asks. Acting dumb in a playful manner.
"ME!" she gets up on her chair and starts jumping to get his attention.
He looks at her "You!" he points at her. "The cute little girl who's jumping on her chair" he yells out.
"Yes" she said before pumping her little fist. "Sing us a love song!" she yells out.
Kali claps her hands repeatedly in joy.
Yang leans on the table "Think you can sing this one without blacking out at the end, VB?" she says teasingly. But a part of her actually is as giddy as Kali.
Seeing many getting comfortable to hear him. And then there's some he could hear saying. That it doesn't matter how his performance is. He can't beat Violet.
Oro goes away and takes Timmy who moves to be looking at him over Oro's shoulder.
"Oh, I'm obsessed" his voice sounding more sincere then passionate.
"With the way your head is layin' on my chest" he moves his hand to his chest, with a small smile.
"How you love the things I hate about myself. That no one knows, but with you, I see hope again" Kali leans forward and places her elbows on the table. Placing her hands on her cheeks.
"Oh, I'm a mess. When I overthink the little things in my head. You seem to always help me catch my breath. But then I lose it again. When I look at you, that's the end" Chris moves his arm around his wife. And with his other already holding his daughter. He pulls Janice closer and leans his head on hers.
"And why do I get so nervous when I look into your eyes? Butterflies can't stop me fallin' for you" To say his classmates weren't invested into the song, would be a lie.
Even Glynda has a small blush at the way her student seem so mature with his words.
"And darlin', this is more than anything I felt before. You're everything that I want, but I didn't think I'd find. Someone who is worth the wait of all the years of my heartbreak. But I know now I found the one I love" Weiss's heart skips a beat. This hasn't happened to her since Violet. With her sister feeling the same as her.
"And I love the way. You can never find the right things to say" Oro get emotional from this song. Remembering fondly of the two women that loved him for him.
"And you can't sit still an hour in the day. I'm so in love, let's run away because us is enough" Ren just like Chris, pulls Nora closer. Looking at the way she blushes at the action. But that didn't stop her from leaning on him.
"And why do I get so nervous when I look into your eyes? And butterflies can't stop me fallin' for you" Velvet, Pyrrha, Yang, and Blake are breathing slowly. Seeing how the goofy blonde they met at Beacon seems more mature. By his new hair, clothes that aren't just armor and a hoodie. But the way his voice sounds so beautiful.
"And darlin', this is more than anything I felt before. You're everything that I want, but I didn't think I'd find. Someone who is worth the wait of all the years of my heartbreak. But I know now I found the one" Ruby, at a moment of weakness. Imagined her and Jaune, her first friend at Beacon together.
"Come close, let me be home for anything. Good or bad, I know it's worth it, whoa. Whoa" now sincerity is out the window. And passion took its place with only one moment.
"And darlin', this is more than anything I felt before. You're everything that I want, but I didn't think I'd find. Someone who is worth the wait of all the years of my heartbreak. But I know now I found the one I love" His sisters smile at their brother's performance.
Jaune stuffs his hands inside his pocket and cutely kicks the floor "So... how was it?"
Instead of an answer from anyone, they stood up and applauded. Many of the students and nuns had tears from the beauty of his lyrics.
Penny looks at her partner, who shoots up from her chair and applauded like crazy. Still crying while clapping.
While that's happening, Timmy didn't hate it. But he wanted something more fun, like shut up and smile.
"Thank you all!" he starts bowing.
"Encore, encore, encore!" Some shout and eventually everyone does it.
He smiles and that's when his eyes turn pitch black for a minute. I sinister smile appears "You all want an encore!" Jaune shouts.
His eyes and smile causes some to stop shouting by noticing his eyes. But then they see the black ooze coming out his nose.
He stops and touches his nose "Sorry but that's all for tonight" he waves them goodbye.
He goes behead the stage and leans on the wall, trying to catch his breath. His eyes returning to normal. He moves up his hand to see his white aura changing to a black.
To focus on his hand, that he doesn't notice the hand reaching behind him.
--
"I hope this isn't a dream" Jinx says before snuggling into Johnny's side.
"It's not" he looks up to the ceiling. With a small smile and a relaxed expression.
They remain like that for sometime. But as he looks at the fan going none stop. He can't understand why he feels something isn't right. Turning to the clock on the night stand "Shouldn't you be going to rehearsal?"
Jinx throws her arm over his chest "Nope" she says lazily.
Johnny nods and keeps quiet. Something is bothering him, like a force telling him to get out of bed. And go outside for some unknown reason.
"Actually I have to go" Johnny gently grabs her hand and moves it. And getting up quickly, putting on his clothes.
Jinx instantly gets up and jumps on his back. "Don't go, we're finally back together after two weeks" she wraps her arms around his neck.
A cold chill runs up his spine "I'm..." he feels uncomfortable by this. His mind racing like crazy till it finally hits him. "This... didn't happen" he moves away from her. Causing her to let go "You left" he looks at her.
Seeing her blank expression "What do you mean. We've made passionate love and stayed in all night" she says.
"No" a stream of memories hit him. And that's when he remembered "I was devastated that I missed you" he points at her. Then he points at himself "So I went down town and wondered around till something drove me..." he stops.
Something he remembers, causes him to start putting on his clothes faster. Hearing her yell to stop, but he continues. Putting on his jacket and running towards the door. Not bothering to open it. He breaks through and runs as fast as he can. Leaving busted up foot prints on the floor.
Taking the stairs and not stopping for anyone. Going outside he runs to the worst area in Mantel. Passing by many buildings till he makes it to a certain ally. Looking at the weak light behind a dumpster. "No" he breathes out.
Running over there and seeing the last flicker of light die. But what makes his heart sink in. Is the sight of a child laying flat on the snow. "Nononono" he dives down to be kneeling next to her. "Nonono" he picks her up. Tears spilling out from the sight before him.
Seeing her reddish skin and closed eyes. Frozen blonde hair "No" he moves his hand to check for a pulse. "Pl-please don't" he keeps his finger on her neck. Hoping for a chance it's a weak pulse.
But nothing "No... I saved you" he says out loud. "I found" he pulls her closer to his chest. "I took you to the hospital and" he places his hand behind her head. "I saved you Rosy" he cries out.
Someone places their hand on his head "I... saved you" he moves her lifeless body into a hug. "You get adopted by Rex" he cries even harder. "*Sniff* You call me uncle Scars" feeling the mysterious hand ruffle his hair.
"You sure did kiddo" the voice says softly.
--
Jaune cleaned up and goes back to Timmy and the rest.
Seeing Timmy on Velvet's lap. Everyone worried about him. "Are you fine?" Jade asks.
He waves it off "I'm fine, just tired is all"
"Are you sure Jaune?" Chris asks him.
"Yea I'm fine. So tell me, what you think of the song?"
"That was amazing Jaune" Pyrrha tells him. Showing him the small gentle smile he missed.
"Yea Fearless Leader!, you rocked on that stage" Nora yells out before jumping on his back.
Timmy was about to raise his hands up and do the rock sign. But stops when Mira gives him a look.
"Ohh, my baby brother is a rockstar again" Saphron says before coming to Jaune's side and elbows him a couple of times.
"Stop" he says before shrugging everyone off.
Nora gets off and goes back to Ren.
"You did excellent young man" Ghira told him.
Causing Jaune to feel proud of his performance "Thank you sir"
"Haven't lost that touch, Scars" Damian said before going over and slapping his back.
Rolling his eyes "Keep it up and I won't help you in the future" he tells him.
"Why do they call you Scars?" Jade asks. Having heard some artists already call him that.
"No idea" he answers quickly.
Damian throws his arm around Jaune "Don't be like that, tell your sister how many people you've killed and scared"
Turning instantly after hearing that. To see Damian smirking "Oh and don't forget about him taking a spot from someone who actually deserves to be in Beacon" Glynda said.
Now looking at his Professor, seeing the same expression as Damian.
"Or how much of my time he's wasting" Pyrrha says. Getting his attention "If you have hand to hand combat knowledge, than stop training with a sword and shield"
"Pyr?"
"Always making me petty you" her voice oozing with venom. "Because of you" she stands up and points at him. "I've been neglecting my own betterment!"
"Yea!" Nora shouts.
"Nora?"
"Do you hate me?" Jade speaks in a sad tone. "You left me behind" her eyes start turning black.
"You hid from us!" Janice yells at him.
All of this is making him panic. He pushes Damian "There you go again, pushing people away"
Jaune looks around to see everyone smiling at him. Their eyes pure black "What's happening?!"
"Your end" Hearing Fear's voice behind him. Jaune turns around to see Fear for only a second before he launches towards him. Sinking his fangs on his neck.
"GET OFF!" Jaune tries to push him away. But he's losing all his strength.
Fear pulls away and pushes him, which leads to Jaune's fall. Who grabs his neck and feels the holes.
"This was fun" Fear wipes away the blood. "But I already have what I needed from you" he fixes his trench coat.
Jaune gets up "I'm tired of this" he pulls his hand away from his wound. "Go back to your cell" he tells him.
"Not happening" Fear reaches inside his pocket and pulls out a key. "You've never actually had power over me" he tells him.
Jaune looks at the key "What's that?"
Raising it and wiggling it "This here, is the secret Miles and Johnny have" Taking a step aside. Revealing a door that resembles one of their memories. But this one has a lock on it. "One that was hidden from you and Violet" extending his hand towards him.
Jaune looks at the key and then the door. Knowing this might be a trap "What's in there?"
"You got to see it yourself" his eyes shine red. "So take it" he moves closer and offers it.
Looking at his eyes and back to the key. Only a few minutes pass till he accepts it. And goes to the door, but something is telling him not to open it.
To lost in his own thoughts, he doesn't realize he shoved the key into the keyhole.
*CLICK
The Late Halloween Spacial
In this alternate universe from the Singing Your Problems Away. Jaune is at the dance alone. With Pyrrha going to a meeting with her agent. And he never met up with Max. So he kept drinking and going to Beacon.
And now it's the dance
Songs
1. Hide and Seek
Song by Lizz Robinet
2. Darkside
Song by Neoni
3.Pain
Song by Three Days Grace
Jaune is standing by the punchbowl, bored out of his mind. Looking at his friends having fun.
Ren finally asking Nora to the dance as a date was a nice thing. Having seen how unbelievable love stroke they were to each other. Watching them dance like a couple who are now together together. Bright a small smile to him.
And witnessing Weiss talking with Neptune and Blake with Sun. Seriously didn't know how to feel about that. Maybe Weiss is into womanizers.
Turning his attention to Yang welcoming the last partygoers. And that being his partner's boyfriend.
"At least I don't have to witness them dancing tonight" he thought to himself.
As much it pained his so called friends feelings. Pyrrha had a urgent meeting out of the blue. Meaning she'll be back tomorrow in the afternoon.
But seeing that ignorant asshole walking in with his two beautiful teammates. Seriously pisses him off.
Not wanting to be seen glaring at him. He turns to look at the other people.
"Hey Jauney boy" Cardin calls out. Holding a cup of his own.
Jaune looks at his former bully "Yes?"
He wraps his arm around Jaune and pulls him close. "Just came here to apologize to you" he says before extending his cup to him. "Here's a drink on me buddy" he says aggressively.
Knowing what Cardin is up to. Trying to get him to drink some alcohol to get some kinda show out of him. "Thanks" he says without a care.
But unknown to all his classmates and professors. He has a history with the strongest alcohol known to Huntsmen. For crying out loud, he even has a contract with a local vendor. Who delivers twenty cases of Jack Ripper every two days. He takes the drink and chugs it.
Causing Cardin's eyes to go wide by the lack of coughing. But it quickly stopped and a satisfied smirk replaced his shocked expression. "Have a nice night, Jauney boy" he said before leaving.
His farewell makes Jaune raise an eyebrow.
--
Later
Time went by without a hitch for Yang or Weiss. The dance was a big success for the most part.
Now team Rwby is sitting on the second floor. Looking down at all the classmates and transfer students having a blast.
"Told you, having a DJ would make it better" Yang said with a grin.
Weiss rolls her eyes "And I told you that my idea for the decorations would make this dance fancier"
Blake just ignores her teammates and looks at the dance floor. And that's when she notices Professor Port and Goodwitch escorting Cardin. "I wonder what's going on over there" she tells her team.
Ruby looks first "Yea" she says before noticing one of Atlas's soldiers getting the punchbowl.
Yang sees it too and now understands "Got caught spiking the punchbowl" she tells them.
This information makes Weiss outraged "That dolt!" standing up to go and give that idiot a piece of her mind.
Seeing the ice queen marching downstairs. The rest follow her to witness the show of Weiss belittling Cardin.
--
Back to the dorms
Jaune is trying to get to his room. But the urge to vomit kicked in. Having had his crazy grandfather feed him small doses of poisons in his breakfasts. With his healing and building a tolerance to poisons.
He stumbles into the first floor restrooms. And slams into one of the many stalls. "What *INHALE* was in *INHALE* that drink?" he asks himself. Reaching up to undo the tie and two buttons. Not caring how many scars he's showing.
Falling onto the toilet, catching himself from falling into it. Holding himself on the rim "I... Can't" his aura shatters. Sweating like crazy from his body fighting this poison.
His breathing became more rugged. But then suddenly he stops with his face falling inside the toilet.
--
Cardin is being yelled at by General Ironwood while wiggling a small ziplock "Do you have any idea how deadly this drug is?!"
"I didn't know that" he responds while looking at the drug.
Having been caught by that odd ginger girl. Saying she has picked up traces of a dangerous substance. And then pointing at him.
Glynda steps forward "Where did you get your hands on this Mr.Wincheaster?" her eyes glaring at his very own.
"Some guy near Junior's Club"
"How does this person look like?" James asks. Wanting to find the individual who sold it to him. Hoping to capture and question them.
"He... has a scar on his cheek and a black eye," he said before trying to remember more. Naming the biggest features that instantly stood out.
Ozpin couldn't stop and feel that description sounded familiar. Trying to remember why it makes him feel unsaddling.
"I think that's enough to ID this person. So I have one last question Winchester. Have you given anyone this substance?" James asks.
Cardin holds his breath and looks away "No" he lies.
Unknowingly to them, Team RWBY have been eavesdropping.
Ruby looks horrified by this.
"That asshole" Yang said with her eyes turning red.
"Wait a minute, I saw Cardin talking to Jaune" Blake tells them.
--
Russel looks at both sides of the hall "It's clear" he says before going inside the bathroom. Sky follows him but stops to place the out-of-order sign and locks the door.
Inside the men's bathroom, they start looking for Jaune. "Can't believe we're doing this" Sky tells his partner.
Russel stops and looks at him "I know alright" he returns on opening the stalls. "But Cardin has dirt on us" he opens the last one. Spotting Jaune on his knees and his head inside the toilet. "Fuck" he says before going over to pull Jaune out by pulling his hair.
Sky looks inside "Dude" he goes over and helps him carry Jaune out.
Both of them throw Jaune onto the floor. "Just a couple of photos and we're good," Russel says before looking for his scroll. Realizing he left it in their dorm room "Fuck" looking at Sky. "Forgot mine" he tells him.
Sky pulls out his and opens it but it doesn't turn on "Mines dead"
Russel lets out a frustrated sigh "Then I'll go get Dove and we can get his scroll. So start taking off his clothes, I'll be right back" he goes.
Sky is left alone with an unconscious classmate. Rolling his eyes before kneeling "Fucking dumb ass" reaching to undo his blazer.
Eventually, he takes off his blazer, vest, and tie. Now only left with Jaune's button-up shirt. Tossing the tie to the side near Jaune's hand. Which starts to twitch by the sudden contact. Processing to unbutton his shirt till he sees his bare chest. "What the fuAGH!" he's interrupted by Jaune's hand shooting up to grab him by the throat.
Blue eyes open to see one scared and confused Sky. Who tries to free himself but Jaune never loosens his grip. "Now isn't this a surprise~" he throws Sky to the side.
Sky lets a fit of coughs, trying to catch his breath.
Jaune gets up and stretches his arms.
Looking down to see Sky still struggling to breathe. "Don't worry buddy" he goes over "I'll help you" before grabbing him again. Lifting him and crushing his throat.
Sky this time tries to fight back by kicking and digging his nails in Jaune's wrist.
But all Jaune does is roll his eyes before putting more pressure. Seeing his aura trying desperately to hold.
Jaune starts to look around bored. Till his eyes land on his own reflection from the bathroom's mirror. Seeing his unharmed face "Now". He uses his other hand to rip open his shirt completely. Showing Sky all his scars "We need to match that face with this masterpiece" he said wickedly.
SNAP*
Sky went limp after having his neck snapped.
Seeing the small light inside his eyes slowly fading away. Gives Jaune a smile of pleasure. So he tosses his lifeless body to the mirror. Shattering the glass, which landed on the sinks.
He takes the chance to remove the shirt completely and goes over to the sink. Looking down to find the biggest shard. Finding one and grabbing it, noticing his aura being pitch black. After letting out a small chuckle, his aura disappears. Letting the sharp glass cut his palm. Seeing the blood dripping away onto the sink.
--
Ren and Nora are taking a small break from dancing. With Neon and Flynt sitting along with them. The four friends talking amongst themselves.
But Ren catches Team RWBY walking past them in a hurry.
"I wonder what's happening?" Ren said.
And just at that moment, Ruby speed back and looks at Ren and Nora. Slamming both hands on the table "Have you guys seen Jaune?!"
--
Dove is walking toward the restroom, feeling nervous about this. Having no choice but to ruin someone else's life. Seeing the out-of-order sign on the door. Feeling worse by the minute.
Opening the door and quickly going in and locking it. "Sky?" he has out his teammate. But no response, making Dove walk farther and go around the corner to see the mirror shattered. And Sky's body lying on the ground with shards of glass on him.
He looks around for Jaune and even lowers himself to see if he can see his feet inside one of the stalls. Which he spots on the last stall. "What's wrong?" a deep scratchy voice startled him. Causing him to stand up straight "Never seen a dead body before?~".
The whole room felt thick with this negative feeling. But Dove's heart froze by hearing the stall door creak slowly, making it louder. "I love that smell" after he said that. He takes a step out and turns to Dove.
Who's eyes open wide from the complete shock and fear. Seeing a shirtless Jaune with scars on his whole person. His face is scared enough to resample some demented monster. But his right blue eye is trying to shine red. Reminding Dove of the Grimm he's learning to slay.
"Fear" he said before he replaced that blank expression with a sinister smile.
--
Russel is in his dorm room, trying to calm his nerves. Not thinking of going through this. Knowing that this is taking it too far.
His thoughts stop when he hears a knock on the door. Moved his eyes toward the door. His stomach dropped from the sound. "D-Dove?" he said before stopping at the door.
"Guess again~"
The voice causes Russel to take a step back. But what makes his heart stop is hearing the bing from the door. Instantly throwing his body onto the door and using all his weight and strength to keep it closed.
A battle begins, to see if the mysterious person comes in. "LEAVE ME ALONE!" Russel screams out.
Just as the last word he screamed out. Did the other person stop. A couple of minutes pass, with no sound. But he still keeps his guard up.
*CREAK*
The sound automatically makes Russel to turn to the window. Seeing it open by itself and once fully open. A figure lowers its head down. Blonde hair lowers down first till a sinister face follows. "When a door closes, another opens" he said before stopping his sinister smile. Looking at the window frame "Or window in this case"
Not taking any chances, He opens the door and starts running. But before he could take a full step. He trips on something and lands on the headless body of Dove. Staining him with blood and leaving him shellshock.
"Watch your step" the voice sounds closer. Turning around to see Jaune there, with a tilted head. His hair was down and wild and his hands covered in dry blood.
Before he can react, Jaune grabs him by his mowhog. And pulls him inside the room. Sounds of beatings and eventually flesh ripping and bones snapping can be echoed through the hall. With screams that stop when one final snap is heard.
--
Fear starts looking around the room. Hoping to find the poison that Cardin used on him. But all he's found some alcohol and cigs and matches, no drugs. Just as was about to leave. He stops when he gets a great scent coming from the window. Went over to look out and saw Cardin being escorted by two Altas soldiers.
Cardin is trying to keep his cool. Thinking his father would pull him out of this. And with some dirt on Jauney boy. The only thing he would be charged with is just having some substance.
Going up to his hallway and walking out of the elevator. To only see a dead body lying in front of his door.
Both soldiers train their weapons forward. "Where's his head?" one of them says out loud.
"Call it in and stay on alert" he says before moving forward.
"Someone help me" a child's voice echoes from the room.
The voice startles everyone. But the two soldiers move even faster to the entrance. Automatically aiming inside the room. Not spotting the child or anyone alive in the room.
Looking at the floor with what seems like a shredded body. "What the fu-" Dove's body starts violently shaking. Causing the two soldiers to train their guns on it.
But unknown to them, leaving themselves wide open. For Jaune to grab them by their necks and pulled them inside the room. And just like Russel, screams and gunfire are heard first till the bones snap and flesh rips.
Cardin takes three steps back till he sees Dove's body stop moving. And his stomach starts to inflate before two hands pop out. Covered in blood it starts to pull itself out.
Not waiting to see what it is. He runs inside the elevator and presses the button to get out of there. As the doors are closing, he looks between the crack of the doors. Seeing what could be described as a child covered in blood halfway out of Dove's stomach.
But before the child could stare back at him. The doors close and start to go down. Letting out a breath of relive, the elevator stops and opens.
Running out and going straight to the doors.
*SPLAT* a child's bloody hand hits the window that's on the door.
"Ding dong, I know you can hear me. Open up the door. I only want to play a little" he recognizes the voice.
*SPLAT* the other hand hits the window. And the top of the little girl's head starts rising.
"No," he said to himself, disbelief in his voice.
"Ding dong, you can't keep me waiting. It's already too late. For you to try and run away" Cardin can't feel his legs. Wanting to run away, but unable to move.
And finally seeing the little girl's face. With her dull blue eyes behind cracked glasses are meeting his.
"I see you through the window. Our eyes are locked together. I can sense your horror. Though I'd like to see it closer" Somehow her hands went through the window. Not breaking, phasing through it like a ghost.
"Ding dong, here I come to find you. Hurry up and run" following her instructions. He runs towards the hall on his right.
"Let's play a little game and have fun. Ding dong, Where is it you've gone to? Do you think you've won? Our game of hide and seek has just begun" running to a door and trying to open it.
"I hear your footsteps. Thumping loudly through the hallways. I can hear your sharp breaths. You're not very good at hiding" not caring anymore, he kicks open the door. And runs inside and looks around the room.
"Just wait, you can't hide from me(I'm coming)Just wait, you can't hide from me(I'm coming)Just wait, you can't hide from me(I'm coming)Just wait, you can't hide from me" his fight and flight kicks in. But the voice getting closer causes him to run into the closet.
"Knock knock, I am at your door now. I am coming in, no need for me to ask permission" he unconsciously covers his mouth to keep his breathing in control.
"Knock knock, I'm inside your room now. Where is it you've hid? Our game of hide and seek's about to end. I'm coming closer, Looking underneath your bed but, You're not there, I wonder" Hearing her getting closer to the closet.
"Could you be inside the closet?" his heart drops
"Ding dong I have found you. Ding dong, You were hiding here. Now you're it" The door opens up to reveal the little girl with a dagger.
But she doesn't stop singing or moving to stab him. Just tilting her head and keeping her eyes locked onto his.
"Ding dong, Finally found you, dear. Now you're it, Ding dong. Looks like I have won, Now you're it. Ding dong, Pay the consequence" She then tries to stab him but Cardin lets his aura protect him. And pushes her to the floor.
But his hands go through her and land on the floor.
"Ding dong, Looks like I have won, Now you're it. Ding dong, Pay the consequence" Just then someone grabs Cardin by his hair and pulls him back. And feels a knife pressed on his throat.
"Hey, Cardin~" the voice sang in a sickly way. "Where's the poison you used on me?"
"I don't know what yo-" and that's when he realized who it was. "Jaune?" he tries to look but Jaune stands up and drags him to fall on his back.
"What-" he stops when he sees the scared-up figure. His right eye shines red while his blue is dull. "Did the drugs do this to you?" he asks in disbelief.
"What, this?" he moves the dagger up to his face. Pointing to his left cheek and digging the tip of the dagger into his skin. "No" he starts tracing it toward his mouth. Making blood slide out and flow down. "This is the real me" blood drips fall onto Cardin's chest. "You only helped me get out. So tell me where these drugs are at"
Not risking it "Goodwitch has it!"
His response causes Jaune to frown "Well damn" he stays still for a minute before his sinister returns. "Then there's no use for you~" after singing that. He stomps his foot on Cardin's chest.
But Cardin catches the foot and realizes something in doing that. "H-how are you this strong?!" nearly losing the fight.
Jaune's smile stretched "I've always been this strong. It's just Jaune was always afraid to show his true STRENGTH!" he simply pushed harder. His foot finally lands on his chest and keeps pushing down.
Aura flared up, trying to save him. But even aura has its limit, taking pressure. Hearing Cardin trying to fight back by trying to crawl away. Or even hitting the leg or clawing at it.
Seeing him squirm like a pest. Seriously makes his night. Watching his aura give out and hearing the crack from his ribcage. "It was always going to end like this Cardin" seeing tears sliding down the sides of his face. Breathing heavily "YOUR PATHETIC LIFE ENDING UNDER MY FUCKING FOOT!" he pushes through his chest. Hearing the ribcage break and meat squash.
--
Jaune goes back up to his room. Going through his clothes "These are so... Bad" he tosses the pumpkin Pete hoody. Sitting on his bed to remember where Jaune hid Violet's clothes.
As he's trying to figure it out. He hears the door open and then a startled gasp can be heard after that "Jaune?"
"Ren?" he said in a scared tone.
"What happened to you?!" he moves to check his back. He saw the scars all over, but the ones that got his attention were the ones on Jaune's shoulder blades.
"I'm fine, just tripped" he stands up and pulls away from Ren. Not showing him his face "Where's the rest?"
"We split up to find you. After hearing that Cardin poisoned you" he gets up from the bed "We were"
"Worried about me" he snorts at that. "It's funny how you seven ignored Jaune ever since the others came to Beacon" he chuckles.
"What?" he asks confused by this statement. And the way he spoke of himself in the third person or his voice changing.
"You all abandon him like nothing. Pushed him aside like a FrEaK" he turns to him. Seeing his stunned face. "Never thinking to yourselves" moving his whole body. "Why does he go out late at night? Why doesn't he wear normal clothes that aren't baggy?" starts moving around the bed. "How come we haven't had a team training exercise?"
Ren is stunned by this "And you want to know why Renny~" Jaune is in front of him. Places both hands on his cheeks "Cause you all are terrible people who only think for themselves. Never checking up on him" he said before his eyes turned pitch black.
Ren tries using his semblance but it doesn't work "We... didn't know"
Ren can only look into his eyes "Sometimes the worst action to take" Jaune's face morphs into Ren's father "Is no action at all"
"F-Fathe-" *SNAP*
Witnessing Ren's body going limp instantly and falling to the ground. Before he could do anything else. He hears Ren's scroll go off.
He went through his pocket and fished out his scroll. Seeing text messages from Nora. Sending her one, explaining that Jaune is sleeping off the side effects. And that he'll be here taking care of him. So nobody should come over.
Once done he thinks for a minute and can see Nora still coming up. So an idea comes to him. Going's back down to collect somethings from the Atlas soldiers her killed in Cardin's room.
--
Nora places down her scroll on the table. "There goes any shot I had tonight" she tells Neon.
"Sorry about that Nora" she tells her.
She lets out a sigh before thinking about her choices. Remaining like that for a minute before standing up. "I'm going over to my dorm. Maybe I can help Renny with Jaune-Jaune" she goes.
Walking past some people and pumping into Ruby and Yang. Telling them that Ren found Jaune sleeping off whatever Cardin gave him.
--
Finally finding the locked-up case under Jaune's bed. Having a black suit with a crimson vest and tie. Putting them on and grabbing a black zip-up hoody with no logos. Keeping it open for the nice view of the tie and vest. And putting on a scarf around his lower face. Not wanting people to stop him from concern or fear. Raising the hoody up and covering his upper face.
He made his way to the party, thinking of a way to catch Glynda alone. While thinking about this, he sees two people which makes him release a chuckle.
Neptune is the one to see him first. Elbowing Sun to get his attention and points at him. Now they both walk up to him.
"Hey man, have you seen a blonde guy with blue eyes-"
"He's right there" Jaune points at Sun.
His response gets an eye roll from Sun "We're serious, the guy is in danger" he said angrily.
Jaune shrugs "Then you guys should have been quicker. He's dead right now"
"This isn't a joke!" Sun steps up towards him.
But in doing so, he sees his mismatched eyes. With one shining red "I'm not lying monkey boy" he pushes Sun back. "So how about you step aside? I got some drugs to collect from Professor pornstar"
He walks beside Sun but stops when he feels Sun grabbing his arm. Turned to see into his eyes for only a second. Jaune's eyes turn black "Tell me". He easily swiped away his arm and grabbed his forearm. "What do you fear the most?" his eyes stare at Sun and then move to Neptune.
Neptune looks at him, not able to look away. Unknown to them, Jaune's body starts turning black. With his aura turning to a dark mist.
"What-" before he could finish that sentence. Neptune fell into a hole filled with water.
"NEPTUNE!" Sun tears himself away from Jaune's grip. But is pulled by his tail, which ends up around his neck. Feeling the pain from getting it pulled and suffocating from it being used to strangle him.
"Let's get closer, shall we" he pushes him to the hole and kicks his legs. Causing Sun to fall, and the face to land inside the hole.
Sun's eyes were wide open from the shock of being strangled and drowning. Seeing Neptune panicking, losing oxygen quickly.
Jaune just smiles at the sound of the bubbles and splashing from his two victims.
--
Walking into her room, seeing something weird. Sitting in the middle of the room is Ren. Facing the opposite direction and turning to see Jaune's bed empty.
Looking back at Ren "Renny?" She said before going over. But no response "Whats wrong?" she goes over and spins him.
*CLICK*
The sound startled her but what freezes her is the sight of Renny's eyes being replaced by two grenades. The two pins were pulled out by a string connected to the chair. "Ren-" The explosion engulfed the room.
--
Jaune stops when he hears the explosion with his heighten hearing. "That's two" he says before resuming his walk towards the party, with a blonde tail wrapped around his neck. And covering his eyes are Neptune's goggles. Once at the main building, he takes the back entrance.
Coming up to a man who's dressed formerly with a headset and is leaning on the wall. "Hello there my good man" he said beside him.
Once the DJ looks at Jaune's attire, he gives him this weird look. "Hey?" he looks around to see if he's being punked.
"I have been told to relieve you of this... gig" Jaune said.
Hearing that causes the DJ to roll his eyes "Did that lame white bitch, put you up to this?" he gets off the wall. Taking one last drag from his cigarette "As I told her, the hot blonde with the nice knockers hired me. And I don't get my full pay if I leave half way" he then proceeded to flick the cigarette into Jaune's face.
Before Jaune could do anything, he sees the DJ pull out a flask. "Is that alcohol?" he points at it.
"Yea" he said.
--
Ruby and Yang walk back to the party. "Everything's going to be alright sis" Yang touches Ruby's shoulder. "You'll see Vomit Boy tomorrow and ask him how he's feeling"
"Yea" she said before showing her sister a small smile.
"Atta girl, now go have fun" she gently pushes Ruby. "I have to go and tell that DJ to get back"
--
*Exhale* Jaune pulls away the cigarette "I really, really needed that"
Muffled noises respond him. As we witness the DJ having Sun's tail wrapped around his head. Covering up his mouth and preventing him from screaming for help.
"You're such a downer" he bends down to grab the flask from him. Knowing he won't be attacked since he broke the guy's legs and arms.
See the way his limbs are bending in a way that's not supposed to bend.
Uncapping it and taking a taste "Not bad... you know" he looks at his new victim. "There's a tradition where one pours for his homies that passed away" looking back at the flask and than his victim. His smile stretches "Sadly you don't have enough for them" he starts dumping it on him.
Seeing the DJ squirming "So I think a sacrifice will do" he makes sure every drop lands on him. Then he puts away the flask and takes out the matches he got from him too. Lighting one "And to do this sacrificial job... you first need to be fired from this one" he said before a chuckle escapes his lips.
Dropping it on him and seeing the sudden flames devouring his body. Hearing his cries of pain and begging for help.
But his attention moves to the sound of the door opening. "Smoke break is over" Yang calls out before stepping out. But stops when she hears the flames flickering.
"He seems to be on a permanent break" Jaune tells her. When he makes eye contact with her. Both his eyes finally matched, shining pure red.
Yang raised her fists, ready for a fight. She kept her guard up once she saw his body producing pitch black mist.
Reaching his hood and pushing it off. Revealing his messy blonde hair "I've always wanted to kill you for giving us such a ridiculous nickname" he removes the scarf as well.
Witnessing the shocked look on her "... Jaune?"
With a twisted smile and instantly rushing her. "Let's PLAY!" he moves to strike first. Only to have it blocked by her.
She counters and he blocks it with ease. They kept at it for some time. But eventually, he landed a punch to her gut. Feeling the power in that one hit.
The pain causes her eyes to turn red. Meeting his eyes before swinging a hit to his chin. Feeling the connection makes her smirk. But that quickly stops when she hears his jaw rip off.
Jaune moves away, showing his jaw hanging by a thin string of flesh. Hearing the gurgling of him choking on his blood. Seeing his tongue wiggling, with blood dripping out.
"Jaune!" she panics at the fact she just ripped off Ruby's friend's Jaw.
But she stops when he looks at her and stops gurgling. He grabs his jaw and places it back to the ripped flesh. Which starts healing.
"What happened to you?" she asks in disbelief.
Once his jaw is connected he smiles at her "Let me show you". Not holding back anymore, he instantly appears before her.
Startling her she unconsciously threw a right hook. But Jaune blocks and grabs her arm and pulls her closer. His eyes shine onto her "What do you fear the most"
Before she could speak "How could you" a child's voice says behind her. Feeling Jaune's hands let go. Turning around to see the child version of Ruby.
But deformed by the claw marks and bite marks that ripped chunks out of her. "Daddy said to stay home" her voice lifeless.
"R.. Ruby?"
"The Grimm killed me Yang" Her eyes move to Jaune "Just like he will kill you"
Her eyes go wide at the realization of the mistake she made. Giving her opponent an opening to attack her back. Turning around did nothing for her.
As Jaune ran his fist through her weakened aura. Bursting through her stomach and out her back. Bits of flesh, bone, and blood stains her beautiful blonde hair.
He looked into her purple eyes, slowly losing light. "Don't look at me" he grabs a fist full of her hair. And pulls out of her, with her hair following suit. Resulting in Yang to bend backward.
The last thing she saw was Ruby giggling at her.
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"Have you heard from Neptune?" Weiss asks Blake.
"No, and Sun isn't picking up my calls" she tells her.
"Yo man!, check out this mist!" a student yelled out.
Weiss turns to see the black mist coming from behind the stage curtains.
"I thought you made Yang not get the fog machines?" Blake asks her. Looking at the most crawling all over the floor. Something about it makes her skin crawl.
The lights dem and a figure walks out. And music begins while the figure gets to its spot.
Once the person steps out from the shadows completely.
"Yang?" Ruby says out loud. While seated between Penny and May.
The most notable thing about Yang is the hole in her stomach. The white dress stained with blood and bits of gore.
"It's quiet late for a Halloween costume, isn't it?" Some of the students asks another.
"Do you want to meet all my monsters? Think you're tough, I know they'll drive you bonkers Meet them once and they'll forever haunt ya" her voice sounded different. Making Ruby and her teammates confused by this lip singing performance.
"There's no heroes or villains in this place. Just shadows that dance in my headspace. Leaving nothing but phantoms in their wake (their wake)" the way her head moves seems unnatural. Kinda like a puppet.
"There's parts of me I cannot hide (cannot hide) I've tried and tried a million times (ooh)" a scared up hand moves out from behind her and grabs her wrist.
Creeping out some of the students and Professors.
"La-da-da-di-da, La-da-da-di-da, La-da-da-di-da-da. Cross my heart and hope to die. Welcome to my darkside" her hand goes up to her left breast and leaves a bloody print.
"What is she doing, that dress costed her so much" Weiss said.
"Ooh, to my da-da-darkside, Ooh, to my da-da-darkside, Ooh, to my da-da-darkside, Ooh, to my da-da-darkside" everyone to busy at the weird performance. They don't notice the mist raising up.
"Take a step into the havoc. Look around, this ain't even the half of it. Walking the line between panic and losing my mind. Embracing the madness" she moves back, closer to the darkness behind her.
"My devils they whisper in my ear. Deafening me with all my fears. I'm living in a nightmare" everyone witnesses a red glowing eye open beside her. The face hidden in the darkness, only it's eye shines.
Ruby is taken by the sudden appearance of the eye. But the Faunus present, start to shake from something.
"There's parts of me I cannot hide. I've tried and tried a million times (million times) La-da-da-di-da, La-da-da-di-da, La-da-da-di-da-da" the scared hand slowly slides up to Yang's face.
Blake holds her breathe, not knowing why this feels bad. Something telling her to run.
"Cross my heart and hope to die. Welcome to my darkside" the hand grabs her chin.
"Ooh, to my da-da-darkside, Ooh, to my da-da-darkside, Ooh, to my da-da-darkside, Ooh, to my da-da-darkside" it then moves up to her eyes. Extending to fingers over her eyes.
"Darkside" the fingers press into her eyes.
Causing some to look away or flinch at the action.
"Cross my heart and hope to die. Welcome to my darkside" and that's when the fingers pierced her eyeballs. Making blood gosh out, making it seem she's crying bloody tears.
"YANG!" Ruby gets up and tries to use her semblance. But it doesn't work, she's stuck in her chair.
And just like her, many students started trying to move, but none could.
But all their struggling and attempted to escape stop when they hear Yang's lifeless body hit the ground.
Giving everyone a better view of the red shining red eyes
"Ooh, to my da-da-darkside. Ooh, to my da-da-darkside (to my darkside) Ooh, to my da-da-darkside (to my darkside) Ooh, to my da-da-darkside (welcome to my darkside)" the song ends.
But what stands out is the hand that was inside her back. Covered in bloody and meat from Yang's corpse.
Before anyone could do anything. A new song starts, but this time the mysterious entity starts singing.
"Pain without love. Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all" the shadow in front of Weiss turns into Jacques. Who back hands Weiss. Giving her that feeling of helplessness.
"You're sick of feeling numb. You're not the only one" Fear walks out of the shadow to reveal himself. But with hood up, covering his upper face. Only his red shining eyes are seen.
"I'll take you by the hand. And I'll show you a world that you can understand" Blake gets pulled back by a demented Adam. Who has his blade on her throat.
"This life is filled with hurt. When happiness doesn't work" Jaune's eyes shoots at Ozpin. And smiles wickedly. He extends his hand out towards him.
"Trust me and take my hand" he snaps his fingers. "When the lights go out" the lights flicker and Jaune is in front of Ozpin.
"you'll understand" punching his chest and pulling out his heart.
Causing everyone that's standing near Ozpin flinch.
"Pain without love. Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all" students start dying by their nightmares while Fear keeps singing.
"Pain without love. Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all" who goes over to Glynda and grabs the drugs from her hand.
She tried to speak but she's frozen by the murder she just witnessed.
"Anger and agony are better than misery. Trust me, I've got a plan. When the lights go up, you'll understand" everyone dying, screaming or the sound of their last breath sends shivers down Fear's spine.
"Pain without love. Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all. Pain, without love. Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd like to feel pain than nothing. Rather feel pain" Ruby looks around the room. Hyperventilating to seeing all of this. Her eyes shining white, but it keeps flickering.
"I know, I know, I know, I know, I know" Fear grabs Glynda by the hair and pulls her closer to his face.
"That you're wounded" he uses hand to pull off his hood.
"You know, you know, you know, you know" to say this snaps her out of her frozen state.
"That I'm here to save you" Fear grabs her neck.
"Jaune?" *Snap* was her last word.
"You know, you know, you know, you know. I'm always here for you. I know, I know, I know, I know" he lets her corpse fall onto the floor.
"That you'll thank me later" he looks at a enraged James.
Fear extends his hand to him.
"Pain without love. Pain, can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all" it turns black and shoots into his chest. Piercing his heart instantly.
"Pain without love" he pulls his tentacle arm back. Dragging James and throwing him towards Weiss.
"Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all. Pain without love" Fear looks at Weiss and Blake and smiles wickedly.
"Pain, I can't get enough. Pain, I like it rough 'Cause I'd rather feel pain than nothing at all" going over and grabbing Weiss by the hair and lift her up.
She screams, feeling hopeless.
"Rather feel pain than nothing at all. Rather feel pain" he raises his hand up in the air and it turns into claws.
"NO!" Ruby shouts as her eyes shine. Blinding everyone and erasing the black mist from the room.
Fear drops Weiss and covers his eyes.
Once the lights die down. Some of the students that didn't die or get injured. Start looking around for the monster who put them through hell.
But because of the sudden power Ruby used. She loses consciousness, and Penny grabs her before she could fall off the chair.
May was about to stand up but she feels someone grab her by her head. Throwing her away, with her hitting the wall. Thankfully her aura has returned.
Standing before Penny is a burnt Fear. His eyes flickering between red and blue. "GIVE ME RUBY!" He tries to snatch Ruby from Penny.
Penny tries to make her weapons come out. But her body is still rebooting.
Then an explosion is heard as Nora came into the dance and brought her grenade launcher. And blasted Fear away from them. She alright since her aura protected her from the explosion in her dorm. But her eyes are tearing up. "LEAVE THEM ALONE!" she yells with every ounce of rage.
When the explosion happened, Penny covered Ruby in time.
Fear goes flying out the building.
Some who finally got their eye sight go and check for Fear. Find nothing but rubble.
Blake goes and checks on Weiss.
Everyone regroups and calls the authorities. But nothing would be the same. Having lost many of their friends and Professors. With Two Headmasters that night.
--
Jaune's eyes open wide before he starts coughing. Looking around to see a small apartment "Where?"
"Don't worry Jaune, you're safe" a voice says as she walks inside.
Jaune looks at her "Wait a minute... you're Cinder" he says.
"Yes, sorry for bringing you here. You weren't feeling good so I brought you to my place in the city" she says as she goes over to the chair that's beside him.
"But the dance" he says as he lifts himself up.
"Don't get up" she places a hand on his chest. "You should drink something before getting up" she moves her hand to grab an glass of water. "Here, drink" she offers.
Jaune looks at it and accepts. Chugging the whole thing.
While he's doing that, Cinder smiles and glances at the nightstand. Where the little bag of the drug is laying on.
The Small Story
It's a small story for you guys. Had this story in my head for a while.
Song
1. Hey, Soul Sister
By Train
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Normal day at Beacon Academy, but winter has come. And many are going on break. Some staying in their dorms. And some heading back their homes for the holidays.
But to one Jaune Miles D'Arc. Is planning a his lonely time at his mansion. Already ordered mountains of alcohol and food. Not leaving the warmth of his big empty home.
Packing up his stuff for the long vacation. Having already said goodbye to his teammates that left yesterday. Pyrrha going to her home to visit her mother. And Ren and Nora go with her. Something about visiting a teacher of theirs.
Coming out from his room quickly. He didn't spot Ruby coming out with her bags and dragging a big frame that she was taking extra care of.
Accidentally hitting her frame and by how big it was. He fell on it, breaking it and hearing a ripped sound in the process. "Ow" he said as he looks up to see one completely shocked Ruby. Who's eyes are wide open.
"Ruby?" He sits up and hears the glass he's on. Getting up and turning to look at Ruby who is frozen in shock. "Ruby?" He goes and waves his hand in front of her. "Remnant to Ruby?" but nothing. Confused by her frozen state. He looks down at the frame and sees it was a poster inside a frame.
"What happened!" Yang comes out to see the situation. Her eyes move to her sister and than at Jaune and last but not least. The destroyed frame. Her eyes turn red before looking up to Jaune "WHAT DID YOU DO!" She screams in pure hatred.
"I don't know!" Was the last thing he said before getting punched in the face. Shocking him "What was that for?!"
"It's ruined" Ruby starts crying. Kneeling down to pull out the ripped poster. Revealing a poster of Violet with a smirk and wink. "Thousand lien... lost" she said before activating her semblance and leaving. Leaving tears, rose petals and a ruined poster.
Yang glare at Jaune one last time before she grabbed her bags and ran after her sister.
Looking at her retreating forms, he couldn't help but feel trouble. Looking down at the poster and picking it up.
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Two days later at Patch
Ruby is inside her room, crawled up under her covers. Still feeling sad for her loss. Having had saved up for so long to find a poster of Violet. And a harder time to track one down.
Tai is trying to bake cookies for his daughter. Hoping this might cheer her up. Angry from hearing what happened to his little girl.
Yang is trying to track down another poster but it's nearly impossible to find one.
He hears the oven ready and goes to take it out. Only to get smoke to shoot out from the burned cookies. Letting out a frustrated sigh. He hears Zewi barking at the door.
He goes over and opens it to see a black RV park outside. With speakers attached to the sides. "What the heck?" He goes outside. But then the speakers comes to life. Causing Zewi to whine at the sudden sound.
The sound gets Yang and even Ruby's attention. Both of them looking out their windows. But Ruby looks worst for wear. Her eyes red from the nonstop crying.
Yang turns to see her baby sister and back at the bus.
A figure starts to come out from the top "RUBY ROSE!" A smooth voice calls her out.
Ruby remains confused for a moment till that voice sounded familiar. Having heard it so many times "... Violet?" her world spinning from the revelation.
Violet pulls his hood back to reveal his red hair and glasses "Hey Red" he said with a warm smile. And presses a button to start the music.
"Hey, hey Hey, hey, hey, hey Hey, hey, hey, hey" his voice echos through the hill
"Your lipstick stains, On the front lobe of my left side brains. I knew I wouldn't forget you. And so I went and let you blow my mind" Violet sings while moving side to side in a little dance.
With Ruby and Yang still looking at him in disbelief.
"Your sweet moonbeam, The smell of you in every single dream I dream. I knew when we collided. You're the one I had decided who's one of my kind" Zewi starts barking along with Violet's singing. While shaking his butt and tail.
"Hey, soul sister, Ain't that Mr. Mister on the radio, stereo. The way you move ain't fair you know. Hey, soul sisterI don't wanna miss a single thing you do tonight" Tai has a huge grin.
"Hey, hey Hey, hey, hey, hey Hey, hey, hey, hey" Yang and tai start tapping their feet at the beat.
"Just in timeI'm so glad you have a one track mind like me. You gave my life direction. A game show love connection we can't deny" Zewi starts hopping on his little legs. Always reacting to these kinda songs when Ruby and puts them on.
"I'm so obsessed, My heart is bound to beat right out of my untrimmed chest. I believe in you, like a virgin you're madonna. And I'm always gonna wanna blow your mind. Hey, soul sister, Ain't that Mr. Mister on the radio, stereo. The way you move ain't fair you know. Hey, soul sister. I don't wanna miss a single thing you do tonight" Violet winks at Ruby.
But Yang blushes too. Thinking he winked at her.
"The way you can cut a rug. Watching you is the only drug I need. So gangsta, I'm so thug. You're the only one I'm dreaming ofYou see, I can be myself now finally. There's nothing I can't beI want the world to see. You'll be with me. Hey, soul sister, Ain't that Mr. Mister on the radio, stereo. The way you move ain't fair you know. Hey, soul sisterI don't wanna miss a single thing you do tonight. Hey, soul sister. I don't wanna miss a single thing you do tonight" Tai looks down at Zewi who looks like he's having the time of his life.
"Hey, heyHey, hey, hey, heyHey, hey, hey, hey, Tonight. Hey, heyHey, hey, hey, heyHey, hey, hey, hey, Tonight" the speakers down down, with Violet posing.
Tai looks Violet then at Zewi "Zewi, go get Ruby" he commends.
Which Zewi looks up to him and tilts his head before sticking out his tongue and pants before running to fetch Ruby.
Violet jumps off the bus and digs has legs in the snow. Only his upper body is shown. "Forgot about the snow" he said as he rubbed the back of his head. Embarrassed at the fact he looks funny.
Tai goes inside to grab a shovel and pull him out. But before he could start shoveling. Violet just walk through it and made it to his door step. "Hello, I came to see Ruby Rose" he said with a toothy grin.
Tai would have scared off any boy who would try to see his beloved daughters. But Violet cod help his precious daughter out of her depression. "Sure, come in" he moves to the side to give him entry.
Violet nods and goes inside to be tackled by a furry missile. "ZWEI!" Ruby yells as she sees her pet slam Violet onto the floor and start licking his face. Causing his glasses to come off.
It took Tai and Yang to pull Zewi off of him. "We are so sorry Mr. Violet" Tai said.
Violet chuckles "It's fine, I love dogs" he got a happy bark from Zewi. "Love you too buddy," he said before standing up. And grabbing his glasses and putting them back on.
Ruby looks completely shocked from seeing her biggest crush casually petting her dog.
Violet turns to Ruby "Oh and here" he pulls out a wrapped box. He hands it to her.
Ruby accepts it "What is it?" she never took her eyes off his. Seeing those pure blue eyes.
"It's a... Gift from your friend" he said with a small smile "He's sorry for destroying your poster" said sadly.
To say Ruby looked slightly happy about him being here. But after hearing why he's here, she looks sad and ashamed that Jaune went out of his way to do this for her.
"WAIT A MOMENT!" Yang yells out.
"Yang!" Tai shouts while holding an energetic corgi. Who's trying to escape his hold?
Yang calms down and looks embarrassed at the fact her father yelled at her, in front of Violet. "Sorry, it's just... How does Vomite Boy know you?" she asks the question that never crossed Ruby's mind.
Violet looks at her "Why? Can't believe he knows me?" he asks with a smirk.
Yang stops herself to respond rudely to her sister's friend. "It's just... You're... Cool and Jaune is... Dorky" she says.
"So you're saying I'm cool, sexy, talented, and drop-dead gorgeous?" he asks teasingly.
Yang and Ruby blush at the way he describes himself.
"Bet you would to be with me romantically?" he said seductively. But stops when he feels Tai glaring at him. "With all due respect sir!" Violet shouts after seeing the vein on Tai's forehead.
"Dad!" Yang slaps his arm.
Violet lets out a laugh at the scene "Sorry, it just reminds me of scaring off one of my sister's boyfriends. And them slapping me to leave them alone"
"You have a sister?" Ruby asks
Violet looks at her "Sisters actually, seven" he said with a laugh after seeing their eyes go wide. Even Zewi's eyes managed to go wide from the confession.
"But enough about me Ruby. You have a third sister here?" Violet looks around.
"No, just Yang"
"Really?" He turns to Tai "I thought you had a daughter named Rudy?"
Hearing that name causes Ruby to blush from utter embarrassment.
Yang smirks at the reminder "Yea Ruby, don't we have a sister named Rudy?~" she said teasingly.
"Wait a moment... Ruby... Rudy" the realization didn't take long. He starts laughing at Ruby.
Who starts turning red from seeing him laugh.
But he stops when they hear their home phone ringing. Tai excuses himself and goes to answer it.
Leaving Violet, Ruby and Yang who is now holding Zewi.
"So... aren't you going to open that?" Violet looks at Ruby.
Who nods, still not over the embarrassment of Violet knowing about her calling herself Rudy. She opens it and sees something that makes her heart skip a beat. "Is this... my god" she's holding a launch box with Violet in the cover. "The limited edition lunch box that came out for only one day and they ran out?" She asks.
"Yea... didn't have a poster to bring so I brought you this" Violet said.
Tear drips fall on the lunch box "Thank you" she says.
Violet smiles a little before going over and embracing her into a hug. "There, there" he pats her back.
Tai returns "Violet!" He comes out and sees him holding a crying Ruby. "Whats going on?" He looks at Yang.
Who has a small pout "She got a present"
Tai looks back at his daughter and then at Violet. "Okay... oh, we just got a call from someone. Saying to hold Violet here for them" he said.
Hearing this, Violet lets Ruby go. Who is madly blushing and looking at her crush.
"Some little girl, saying she wants to see you" he tells him.
This confuses Jaune but then he thinks about it. Knowing some people in town saw him driving the RV and asking for directions. While thinking all about this. He remembers how some took photos of him and... his eyes go wide.
And at that time, a bullhead is heard getting close. Causing Zewi to start barking uncontrollably.
They turns to the sky and see it getting close and landing quickly. When the doors open, Jade jumped out and ran towards them.
Something about seeing her irritated eyes from all the crying she had. Her breathing was visible in the cold air. "JAUNE!" she yells out in tears.
Ruby and Yang look confused by Jade yelling out Jaune's name.
She rams into Violet, who's frozen in place by Jade's appearance.
And just like Jade did first, his sisters minus Saphron. Came running towards him. Crashing into him and Jade.
The Xiao Longs and Rose are confused about this situation. Till they noticed a beautiful woman and a handsome man running towards them. The woman crashes into the hug while the man tries to wrap his arms around his family.
"JAUNE!" they all cry out.
Tai freezes when he sees the older man walking out the Bullhead "No" he takes a step back.
The girls don't notice their father acting like this. Since they're still looking at the strange group of blondes hugging Violet and calling him Jaune.
They eventually let go, except Jade whose crying on her brother. Afraid he'll disappear if she lets go. "Jade" Violet calls her out in a gentle voice.
Jade looks up "D-don't leave m-me again" she cries out.
Seeing her like this, causes his eyes soften and tear up. His aura changes to baby blue "I promise I'll be there" he places a hand on her head. Looking at Ruby and Yang "I guess it's time" he takes off his glasses and removes the wig.
Ruby drops the launch box onto the floor. Yang drops Zewi and just like her sister. Their eyes become wide and their color drain from their faces.
Jaune looks at Ruby "Hey crater face... I guess the secret is out" he chuckles nervously.
Not changing her expression she says "What the Fu-"
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