The group was at the train station, waiting for their next mission to Argus.
Johnny, who was slouched over on a bench, let out a yawn.
"Was that really necessary?" Weiss asked, disgusted by his lack of professionalism.
"Sorry, Ice Queen, when you're before the train, you can't help but feel a little drowsy," Johnny replied with a smirk.
Kerry, however, was swinging his bat, which he named "Golden Slug," then swapping to shotgun mode, and with it empty of ammo, he said, "Guess I'll have to finish it the old fashioned way."
"You really are something like Johnny," Ren said with a stoic expression.
"Hey, can't a guy practice with showoff moves every once in a while?" Kerry said.
Just then, Ruby appeared beside the group and emerged, smiling and humming.
"And?" Yang said.
"Ahh!" Ruby said, showing them a bag.
"What an absolute waste of time," Weiss could say.
"What did you get me?" Yang exclaimed excitedly.
"You'll have to wait and see!" Ruby sings, teasing her older sister.
"No fair!" Yang protested.
Ruby then stuck her tongue, and Yang attempted to snatch the bag from Ruby, who recoiled, before Nora jumped from between them.
"Oh, I can't believe we're taking the train to Argus! The beautiful northern coastline... You really think it's too early for beach season?" she said.
"I don't think so," V said, with this guitar resting over his chest. "Argus is covered in snow, but it's still a beautiful sight to see."
"And we will be one step closer to Atlas," Ren added.
"Well, I'm glad you're all excited. But I don't think you appreciate the trouble I went through to leave Atlas," Weiss said, unamused.
"And I'm not looking forward to going to Corpo School," Johnny said with a grimace on his face.
"I know you're worried, Weiss, but trust us. Team RWBY won't leave your side for a second! I promise," Ruby assured.
"No one's got to be worried with us around," someone said.
The group looked to see two huntsmen walking over with confident smirks on their faces.
"Aaaand you are?" Nora asked.
"Why, Dee and Dudley, of course. The Argus Limited's very own Huntsmen. We'll be keeping everyone safe as we pass through Grimm territory," Dee said.
"But for a generous tip, we can make sure your passenger car gets extra special attention should things get dangerous," Dudley added.
V knew these guys seemed weaker than they were letting on, so he took his guitar off of his shoulder, placed it on the bench, stood up, and said, "You guys got a lot of nerve walking over asking for extra cash."
"Hey! You're talking to a--" Dee could say.
"A huntsman, yeah, I know, but you're talking to a NC merc; mercs often know who's got guts and who's just all talk," V interrupted.
Dee and Dudley exchanged a glance, their smirks fading slightly. "Whoa, no need to get all defensive," Dudley said with a chuckle.
"Really, because all I see are some pathetic losers looking for a handout," V replied coldly.
Both Dee and Dudley's expressions hardened at V's words, their confidence wavering.
"Come on, what's the problem with having extra protection?" Dudley asked.
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V in rwby part 4
Fanfictionafter the battle of Haven, things had become quiet for the group, but this was just a moment of rest for their next adventure
