RWBY: Siblings Three (Malereader)

Welcome To Beacon

On a bright sunny day in the sky above Vale, the sun shining, birds chirping, and a light breeze blowing by were all interrupted by two large bullheads flying overhead the city.

"Ironwood certainly loves bringing his work wherever he travels." Glynda Goodwitch sighs staring out the window at the fleet.

"Well, running an academy and a military makes him a busy man," Ozpin states as three more Bullheads fly in. "But yes, those are a bit of an eyesore." A beep sounds repeatedly on Ozpin's desk as a holo-message requests for access. "That must be the man himself, come in."

The doors to the office slid open to reveal General Ironwood as he entered with a stern expression that softened slightly. "Ozpin!"

Ozpin stands at attention in front of Ironwood. "Hello, General."

"Please, drop the formalities." Both Ozpin & Ironwood approach and shake hands as Glynda also approaches. "It's been too long. And Glynda! It has certainly been too long since we last met."

"Oh, James!" Glynda, started excitedly before her tone dropped flat. "I'll be outside." She says walking away.

"Well, she hasn't changed a bit."

"So, what in the world has brought you all the way down from Atlas?" Ozpin picks up a mug and a kettle, pouring as he speaks. "Headmasters don't typically travel with their students, for the Vytal Festival." He says as he turns and offers the cup to Ironwood.

Ozpin & Ironwood clink cups, taking sips before Ironwood starts. "Well, you know how much I love Vale this time of year." Ironwood pulls a canteen from his inside coat pocket and pours its contents into his mug. "Besides, with you hosting, I thought that this might be a good opportunity for us to catch up." Ozpin walks around to his desk, kettle and a new mug in hand.

Ozpin sits before pouring himself some coffee. "I can certainly appreciate the quality time between friends, however, a small fleet outside my window has me concerned."

"Well, concern is what brought them here." Ironwood's expression became serious.

"I understand that travel between kingdoms has become increasingly difficult." Ozpin nodded with closed eyes.

"Oz, you and I both know why I brought those men." Ironwood placed his mug down on the desk and leaned forward.

Ozpin takes a drink and sets down his mug. "We are in a time of peace. Shows of power like this are just going to give off the wrong impression."

"But if what Qrow said is true..." Ironwood set his mug down once more.

"If.... what Qrow said is true, then we will handle it tactfully." Ozpin emphasizes this as he holds up an index finger." It's the Vytal Festival. A time to celebrate unity and peace. So I suggest that you not scare people by transporting hundreds of soldiers halfway across the continent."

"I'm just being cautious." Ironwood finishes his drink and stands up.

"As am I. Which is why we will continue to train the best Huntsmen and Huntresses we can." Ozpin stood up as well placing his mug down.

"Believe me, I am." Ironwood turns and walks away. He stops near the door and looks back at Ozpin. "But ask yourself this: Do you honestly believe your children can win a war?" Before he continues on his way to the exit.

"I hope they never have to."

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In the Beacon Academy library, Team RWBY took turns playing Remnant: The Game. Weiss not understanding the rules, Yang waiting, Blake, who was distracted with a book, Ruby, who's contemplating her next move, and Y/n talking with Nora.