The everlasting shadows

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As the sun set in the kingdom of Vale, most people retreated to their homes for the night hoping to call it quits however over at Beacon Academy which stood proudly behind the city, atop Beacon Tower, A young man in green was talking with a group of teachers whilst addressing the man with white hair who was sitting seriously at his desk. This is a very serious accusation Ben. Ozpin spoke with a stern look on his face, not due to being upset that the point was brought to his attention in this way but because he hadnt seen this sooner.

Its true, earlier today when me and Professor Goodwitch landed after getting Azmuth Team CVFY was waiting for us and Glynda can vouch that Coco brought me aside. She told me then that Cardin was bullying Velvet because of her Faunus heritage, this was later confirmed by us walking into the canteen where me and Coco saw Velvets ears being tugged at by Cardin Winchester. I stepped in, turning to humungosaur to scare him off but who knows if he actually has taken the lesson to heart. Ben explained what happened, not telling the full truth on how he did get physical with Cardin.

I see, unfortunately we cannot confirm your story due to the security camera in the canteens footage getting corrupted. However if it is as you say then we will have to do something, I wont have prejudice in my school. Ozpin said seriously.

Professor Ozpin, if I may! A green haired man with round glasses, a white shirt and a yellow tie spoke up I could always focus my lesson next week on the Faunus Rights Revolution, for if you dont learn from history you are doomed to repeat it. We could always have another teacher observe the accused Mr Winchester to see how he acts during this lesson. The history teacher spoke up.

I see, I shall leave it to you then Professor Oobleck and how about Professor Peach, The headmaster looked over to the aristocrat styled professor with peach hair who was in the corner sipping a Hot Cocoa with cream and marshmallows on top looked up to look at Professor Ozpin You shall watch this class and observe Mr Winchesters lass and observe Mr Winchesters disposition. Professor Ozpin spoke up as thoughts about why not me filled my head.

You are too close to this Mr. Tennyson, we need an unbiased witness to investigate this. Professor Goodwitch spoke up, noticing the look on my face.

I knowI just dont like sitting here doing nothing whilst a bully like Cardin roams free. I spoke up, my fist clenched as the sight earlier entered my mind angering me.

You arent doing nothing however Ben, you came to us instead of taking matters into your own hands which was the correct course of action, The female teacher spoke softly as she gave me a reaffirming look We do believe you Ben however we need to do this by the book if we are to do anything. She finished as I nodded, feeling reassured by her words.

Glynda is right, thank you for bringing this to my attention Benjamin. Ozpin nodded as a sigh escaped my mouth.

Please dont use my full name, makes me think I am in trouble. I chuckled awkwardly.

Well, back on topic. please feel free to plan your lesson Professor Oobleck we are counting on you. Ozpin nodded at the green haired professor who zoomed out of the room quickly and instead of taking the elevator as most people do he charged straight out of the doors leaving towards the stair well.

Am I free to go as well? Peach asked as Ozpin nodded.

You may, and please escort Ben here to the cafeteria we need all our staff at the right strength. Professor Ozpin smiled as Peach nodded walking over to the elevator nonchalantly.

Come on Ben, less you want the only thing to be left food wise be the veggies. Professor Peach giggled as she called the elevator, using the button, as I ran after her.

As the elevator began its descent I looked over to my fellow teacher looking at her curiously. Hm, is something on my face? She asked, a light southern accent tinting her words.

U-Umm no sorry, I just was wondering why I havent seen you so far. I spoke honestly, looking at the peach-haired professor curiously.

Oh I spend most of my time in my classroom or room, If there is a reason to leave I will but if there isnt then I wont. Professor Peach giggled.

I suppose that makes sense. I responded, satisfied with the answer I was given.

If I may Ben, should this investigation not go the way you would hope would I be able to suggest something? Professor Peach spoke in a hypothetical.

Umm sure? I responded not knowing exactly where this was going.

Well you see I wish to look after Miss Scarletina should the investigation not lead to Mr. Winchesters Expulsion. Professor Peach said as I smile formed on my face.

Would mean the most to me and her team, who will probably tag a long to make sure Velvet is alright. Ben smiled as Professor Peach smiled.

As would you I hope, most people wouldnt speak up like that for a stranger. Professor Peach teased.

I would, I replied not hearing the tone in her voice I was bullied back home too, I was sick of it but when I got the Omnitrix for the first time I thought, this is my chance to help the people who were like mewho needed a hero. I smiled.

Thats very noble of you, though this world does work differently then your own. With every second that goes by more people are affected by the shadows which fill the space between and even inside the kingdoms. Peach said being honest to me about the situation in the world.

Take the dust, now. A redheaded man spoke as he pointed his cane to a dust store in downtown Vale. Fourteen men in tuxedos entering the store as they proceeded to steal all the dust they could get their hands on.

But dont let this fact dissuade you from being the hero you want to be, the world needs more huntsmen like you. Professor Peach smiled.

Hurry up, lest you want to end up like those imbeciles who lost to little red and the monster. The criminal shouted as he fired the gun inside his cane at one of the henchmen, it piercing his heart in a way that the man instantly died.

Ding

As the elevator dinged and the door opened to the ground floor of Beacon Tower the teacher and the part timer headed to the mess hall, unaware of what was happening at the very moment in downtown Vale.

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