ℝ𝕎𝔹𝕐 𝕌𝕥𝕠𝕡𝕚𝕒 𝔹𝕠𝕠𝕜 𝟙: 𝒢𝓊𝓃𝒹𝒶𝓂 𝒮𝒽𝒶𝒹☯𝓌𝓈 (Oc X Blake)

Chapter 24: Conflicted Thoughts

After the battle in the courtyard of Beacon Academy, Winter and Ironwood were waiting in Ozpin's office, the former pacing around somewhat aggressively. A minute later, and elevator doors opened to reveal Ozpin, Glynda, Akito and a smirking Qrow. Instantly, Winter lashed out at him.

Winter Schnee: "What were you thinking!?"

Ironwood: "If you were one of my men, I would have you shot."

Qrow: "If I was one of your men, I'd shoot myself." He countered, taking out his flask. Akito nearly fell over and covered his mouth as he did his best to prevent himself from laughing.

Akito: "Holy shit...!"

Autumn: "Daaammmnnn that was good!!! I like this old man already!"

Winter Schnee: "You're not out of the clear either, young man!" She said, glaring at Akito who rolled his eyes and shrugged.

Akito: "Sorry, not listening to the right hand of Ironwood who couldn't keep her temper in check and act professionally like she should be." He said, waving his hands dismissively at the elder Schnee while Qrow only shorted at that, already liking that the kid next to him was being sassy towards Winter Schnee of all people.

Spring: "Ooh!"

Winter Zara: "This is getting out of control..."

The white-haired female glared at the wolf, but Ironwood stopped her from doing anything. Glynda then spoke with her arms crossed.

Glynda: "While I wouldn't condone their behavior, Akito is right, you know. Retaliating like you did, certainly didn't help the situation."

Winter Schnee: "Qrow was drunk!"

Glynda: "He's always drunk!" Everyone took a glance at Qrow who was drinking from his flask. He noticed and stopped, holding it away from him. Ozpin sighed and sat back down.

Ozpin: "Qrow, why are you here?"

Ironwood: "You've been out of contact for weeks! You can't just go dark in the field!"

Qrow: "I'm not one of your special operatives, Jimmy."

Winter Schnee: "General."

Qrow: "Whatever. You sent me to get Intel on our enemy and I'm telling you, our enemy is here."

Ironwood: "We know."

Qrow: *scoffs* "Oh! Oh, you know! Well thank goodness Dante and I are out there, risking our lives keeping you all informed!"

Akito's ears twitched the moment Qrow yelled out the name, "Dante", which caused his eyes to widen. His sisters seemed to notice as well as they were mumbling to each other. However, before Akito could get a word in, Ozpin attempted to speak.

Ozpin: "Qrow—"

Qrow: "Communication's a two-way street pal." He said, looking at Ironwood before he took out his Scroll and pointed to the single button on its frame. "You see this? That's the 'SEND' button."

Winter Schnee: "They had reason to assume you'd been compromised."

Qrow: "And I have reason to assume you don't need to be here. *Points to Winter* Seriously, who invited her?" There was a brief silence before Ironwood spoke.

Ironwood: "Schnee we will discuss this matter back on my ship."

Winter Schnee: "But sir—"

Ironwood: "Winter! Leave."

Winter Schnee: "...Yes sir." She saluted to him before making her way to the elevator; Qrow sending a wink her way. When she left, they continued.

Ironwood: "Go on."