Through We Endure. (RWBY x OC)

Arrival part 3

In the blink of an eye, the pair found themselves regaining their footing, dusting off the remnants of their recent tumble. Hadryn, ever the stoic, extended a hand towards his childhood bestfriend. A faint blush, a delicate shade of rose, bloomed across her cheeks as she gratefully accepted his assistance. Her fingers wrapped around his, their grip firm yet gentle, as she leveraged his strength to hoist herself back to an upright position.

their hands lingering for a moment longer than necessary.

Hadryn cleared his throat, breaking the silence that had fallen between them.
Hadryn: "Alright," he began, his voice steady and resolute.

Hadryn: "Let's get moving. We don't want to linger-"

His words were abruptly cut short by the unmistakable sound of someone coughing and groaning in close proximity. A grunt of fleeting frustration escaped Hadryn's lips as they both turned their heads towards the source of the disturbance. There, not far from them, was Juane Arc, looking dazed and disoriented from the recent accident. He was coughing out plumes of colourful smoke, a bizarre aftermath of the incident, as he slowly regained his senses.

Ruby and Hadryn exchanged glances, their eyes locked in a silent conversation. Ruby's eyes were wide and pleading, silently urging Hadryn to lend a helping hand. Hadryn, on the other hand, wore an expression of indifference, his faceplate defiant

After a moment of consideration, he sighed, his resistance crumbling. His shoulders slumping slightly in resignation. He gave a curt nod, silently agreeing to Ruby's unspoken request.  silently agreeing to help Jaune.

Together, they approached the disoriented blonde boy. Their shadows, elongated by the angle of the light, loomed over him like silent guardians. Ruby extended a hand towards him, her voice soft yet firm,

Ruby: "Hey,"

she began, a hint of amusement in her tone. 

Ruby: "aren't you the guy that threw up on the ship?"

jaune looked up, his eyes meeting Ruby's. He blinked in surprise, then let out a sheepish laugh.

Jaune: "Yeah, that's me. Not my finest moment, I admit."

Ruby chuckled, her hand still extended. Jaune gratefully accepted her help and got to his feet, dusting himself off. Hadryn, standing a little way off, watched the exchange with a neutral expression.

With Jaune now on his feet, the trio resumed their exploration of Beacon Academy.

Ruby, Hadryn, and Jaune began their journey around Beacon Academy. The walls of the academy were a stark contrast to the world outside. They were filled with trees, their leaves rustling gently in the breeze, creating a soothing melody that echoed through the corridors. The blue sky above was a perfect backdrop, its vastness making the academy seem even more grand.

The architecture of the academy was awe-inspiring, with arches that towered above them, casting long shadows that danced on the cobblestone path. A river ran alongside the road, its waters clear and sparkling under the sun. The trio walked down this path, their footsteps echoing in the quiet. They walked down a winding road that ran alongside a babbling river. The water sparkled under the sun, mirroring the clear blue sky above. The sound of the water flowing over the rocks was soothing, a gentle melody that added to the tranquility of the surroundings.

As they strolled, they marveled at the sights around them. The trees swayed gently in the breeze, their leaves rustling softly. Birds chirped merrily from the branches, their songs filling the air. The sun shone brightly, casting long shadows that danced on the ground.

Ruby led the way, her red cloak billowing behind her as she walked with a spring in her step. Hadryn followed closely, his stoic demeanor a stark contrast to Ruby's lively spirit. Jaune brought up the rear, still looking a bit dazed but managing to keep up.