The Kybuck Clan Volume VII (RWBY X Star Wars)

Chapter Four - The Long Road Ahead

After their meeting with Ironwood, the Kybuck Clan and Ruby's group were approached by Clover and the Ace-Ops. 

Clover: I'd like to sincerely apologize for the miscommunication down in Mantle. We didn't intend to

Elm: I feel so bad, honestly! If we had known who you were, we'd be laughing over a hot meal right now and.....

Ruby: I understand. You were just following orders.

Weiss: I mean you could have asked us some questions first.

Marrow: Questions are for the weak. But we're all on the same team now. Not that I'm happy about it.

As Marrow voiced his displeasure about the situation, Huyang steps in.

Huyang: There's no need for such unpleasantries, my young friend. As you said, we are all on the same team. 

Clover: We just wanted to say we're sorry. And that we're looking forward to working with you on our next mission. You might be students, but you've been fighting just as hard as we have, if not harder.

Harriet: Exactly why I'm looking forward to seeing what you kids can do.

Harriet's words caught Lord Scourge's attention. An uneasy silence filled the room as he approached her. 

Scourge: This is not a game, girl. There are forces out there that seek nothing more than your demise. 

Katooni: Now's not the time, Lord Scourge. 

Clover was quick to distrust the Sith Lord. There was something off about him ever since he encountered him. 

Katooni: I apologize for my friend. He's....he's not exactly friendly. 

Clover: No need. This whole situation wasn't exactly ideal. 

Petro: You could say that again....

Suddenly, Penny enters the room and invites everyone to explore the Atlas Academy. They accept Penny's offer as she shows them around the campus. 

Ruby: This all looks great, Penny. But where are we staying?

Penny: Remember, you're in Atlas now. As the most well-funded school on Remnant, every teen at Atlas Academy gets their own room! And if that wasn't enough....

Ganodi: So you're inviting us to stay in the dorms?

Penny: It'll be just like Beacon again!

When Penny said that, it dawned on the Kybuck Clan that their days at Beacon Academy seemed so long ago. When they first arrived on Remnant, they never would've thought that they would be in the current situation that they were now embroiled in. 

Katooni: Beacon.....

Byph: It's....it's been so long since Beacon. 

Gungi: <This journey has taken us all across Remnant. We came here to hide, but now we're here continuing our duty as Jedi.>

Petro: The Galaxy sure has a funny way of going full circle.

As the Kybuck Clan and Ruby's group continued exploring the Atlas Academy, Mordred and Grendel arrived in Mantle with the stolen airship. Once they landed in Mantle, they quickly abandoned the airship and began walking the streets of Mantle. Mordred could see the misery on the people's face.

Grendel: What a shithole.

Mordred: It seems not everyone is enjoying the...protection of the Atlesian Military.

Mordred and Grendel soon turn their attention to a large TV screen playing a broadcast of Ironwood.

Ironwood(Broadcast): The Kingdom of Atlas will remain strong, and it will remain safe. That is my promise.

Mordred couldn't help but smile.

Grendel: This place will be easy pickings for Lord Jadus. I think some will even gladly welcome it.

Mordred studied the area around him intently. He could see the people of Mantle's resentment of the occupation of the Atlesian Military. They soon saw graffiti on various buildings depicting support for a group called the Happy Huntresses.

Mordred: The Happy Huntresses. It seems this place still clings on to it's heroes.

Grendel: Not for longer if we do anything about it.

Mordred: Patience, Grendel. We don't want to attract unnecessary attention to ourselves. The Jedi will no doubt be here.

As Mordred said this, Grendel looked to the stump where his arm used to be. His mind soon fell on Gungi. Thoughts of revenge began to fill his mind. However, Mordred made sure that Grendel kept his mind on the mission. As they walked the streets of Mantle, they were stopped by an group of Atlesian Knight-200s.

Atlesian Knight-200: Halt, citizens. Show us your identification.

Without hesitation, Mordred reached out for Exar Kun's Double Bladed Lightsaber and slices the Atlesian Knight 200s to pieces. Mordred was impressed with the power displayed by his new weapon.

Mordred: Most impressive.

Mordred and Grendel were quick to walk away from the scene before anyone could notice them. They continued to explore Mantle while preparing for their infiltration of Atlas, knowing the Jedi were there. 

Mordred: I'm sure Circe has her hands full with watching over the Winter Maiden. 

Grendel: I doubt Cinder or even Salem will approve of this. 

Mordred: Even if they don't, they will have no choice but to abide by Lord Jadus's will. If they were to kill Circe to steal the powers of the Winter Maiden, then it would be an act of war against Darth Jadus. Even Salem dare not risk open war with Lord Jadus. I have no doubt that Cinder will try to acquire the Winter Maiden's powers as we speak.

It became clear that Darth Jadus acquiring the Winter Maiden through Circe would put him at a disadvantage over Salem and would enrage Cinder. Mordred could see the pieces on the board moving in favor for Darth Jadus. Darth Jadus continued manipulating events from the shadows. However, it won't be long until Darth Jadus makes his next move that would sent ripples across all of Remnant. Until that day comes, the Kybuck Clan and their allies would have to prepare themselves for when that day comes.