RWBY: Faith Restored (Book 1)

The Calm Before The Fight

The Tournament was close. In just one day, students from around the world will fight for peace and glory. As the Amity Arena hovered above the city, The King of Vampires felt something foreboding about the next few days. Even after stopping Cinder from uploading a virus into the CCT and killing Roman Torchwick, he felt that it was not the end. This Salem is planning to destroy everything so he must be prepared. But it will not stop him from spending time with his new friends.

He looked down at the necklace given to him by Willow. A silver chain connecting to a snowflake. Dracula smiled at the gift and kissed it. As he looked up at the Arena, Weiss sat down next to him and looked at the arena. "It's amazing, isn't it?" Dracula looked at the white haired Heiress then back at the arena and answered "Yes. It's amazing what humans united can do. What brings you here, Weiss?"

Weiss looked a bit embarrassed then spoke "Vlad, you have done so much for us... You gave me back my mother. You've... You're like the father I always wanted. So... I just wanted to ask if you would be my father?"

The question shocked Dracula as he looked at Weiss with widen eyes. He never even considered himself as a father to them. Much less Weiss. He understood the abuse and pressure Jacques placed upon her. He simply wished to be a better part of their lives but now he looked at Weiss who had a small flicker of hope in her eyes that he'd accept her request. He thought about it for thirty seconds but it felt like hours for Weiss. She was almost about to look away when Dracula pulled Weiss into a hug. She wrapped his arms around his waist and he answered "I always did want a daughter."

That was all Weiss needed before nuzzling her face into his chest and Dracula raked his fingers through her side ponytail. He smiled and spoke "If we ever see Adrian, I will introduce you to him. He's your big brother." Weiss smiled at the thought of meeting his son that would become her brother. Adrian did always express interest of having a sibling. However since Lisa always sent Dracula off to different locations for historical value or medicines for Lisa. Weiss felt tears leak from her eyes so she wiped her her cheeks then looked at Dracula with a smile "As of now... I am Weiss Dracula Schnee." Dracula smiled and kissed her forehead. Ruby peaked her head out from the statue and zipped across the fountain to wrap her arms around Weiss while shouting excitingly

"Oh I'm so proud of you, Weiss!!" Weiss was trying to pry Ruby off of her but failed and shouted "Unhand me, you dolt!!" Ruby and Vlad could tell that Weiss secretly enjoyed being surprised hugged by her girlfriend. Ruby spoke "You're finally Vlad's daughter! I knew it would happen!"

"Did Weiss finally ask you?" Yang asked from behind along with Blake. Dracula chuckled and asked "You were all waiting, weren't you?" Blake shrugged her shoulders "Maybe." Dracula chuckled and shook his head as he watched Weiss simply give up and let Ruby hug her. He then thought "How am I going to explain this all to Willow." It wasn't official as there hasn't been any paperwork involved but no doubt Weiss spoke to her mother about asking Dracula to become her father. Willow knew how much he meant to her daughter and Willow loved Dracula. She knew they could potentially be married and Dracula will become part of the company. And unlike Jacques, she knows Dracula won't ruin the company. He may just improve it all. Better than what Willow has done.

Dracula stood up and spoke to the team "I'm going to make a phone call." He walked inside the school before dialing Willow Schnee. It rang for a couple seconds and she answered "Yes, my love?" Dracula took a breath before answering "It seems I'm now officially your daughter's father." An excited scream broke through the Scroll before Willow quickly calmed down and spoke "Excellent. I'll make sure the paperwork is delivered in a few hours." Dracula was surprised "That fast my love?" A quick laugh escaped her and answered "Simply for legitimacy. I doubt it would be able to make it across due to the Tournament. Vlad, in all seriousness, I'm glad you accepted to be her father. Jacques was never a good father to her. But I see how she sees you. You were the father she wished was there for her since the beginning."

It made Dracula smile and answered "I always did want a daughter. So I think I would be a fool to refuse her or you for that matter." He could feel Willow smile at her end "Smart boy. You would be a great father, Vlad." Dracula faltered. He'd beg to differ. Before arriving in Remnant, he lamented and realized what he was doing. At that point, he lost every will to do anything. To just let himself die by his son's hand. After months of being in Remnant, just a small amount of time, Dracula has been given a second chance at everything. To be a father, to be a teacher, to have love. It gave him hope so he smiled and answered "Thank you Willow. I did my best with Adrian. I'm going to do my best with Weiss."

Willow then remembered something "Oh dear, I haven't had you meet my other two children. Winter and Whitley. Perhaps another time." Dracula smiled "Quite alright dear. Another time will work. Now I must let you go for I have somethings to address." "Oh of course, Vlad. I have things to do as well. I love you Vlad." Dracula smiled "I love you too." He hung up then  walked back out to see Team JNPR with the girls. He smiled then Pyrrha saw Vlad and waved "Hello Vlad!" Dracula bowed his head "Pyrrha. It's been awhile. Jaune, how is your training coming along?" The blonde knight scratched the back of his neck as he answered "Without Pyrrha I don't think I could've made it far here." Pyrrha put a hand on her shoulder and said "It's your dedication and drive to improve that has helped you, Jaune." Jaune smiled and kissed her cheek.

Weiss watched the scene then asked "So Pyrrha finally told you her feelings, Jaune?" He replied "Actually, after the dance, I finally had the guts to ask her out. Oh and Weiss? I'm sorry for all the cringey flirts and requests for you to go out with me." Weiss was surprised by the apology then she shook herself then bowed her head "I accept your apology, Jaune. I'm sorry for my behavior to you as well." Jaune was surprised but nodded his head. Pyrrha kissed Jaune's cheek and spoke "Oh I'm so proud of you Jaune." Dracula smiled at them all then asked "Are you all ready for the Tournament?" Nora jumped up and answered "Hell yeah! We'll break all their legs!" Dracula shook his head in amusement.

Ruby answered "Team RWBY is ready!!" Despite the pain inflicted on her and the loss of her eye, she got back up and Dracula was proud of her. "Good. You must give it your all if you are to come out victorious. A team is only as good if you work together." The 8 of them nodded and looked at each other. Dracula asked "Who else is joining the Tournament?" Weiss answered "Team CFVY and... Ugh Team CRDL." Dracula truly despised that team. All they were good for was just combat. Their academics were below average. Not to mention their blatant racism towards Faunus. "Why they're still here is beyond me." Dracula commented and the rest agreed.

The King's gaze went back to the large hovering arena. He spoke as he looked back down at the 8 students "Today is the calm before the fight. Tomorrow will be your biggest chance to prove to everyone that you are true huntsman." Ruby looked at him with a determined expression as she held Weiss's hand "We won't let you down Vlad." Weiss spoke "Thank you... Father." Yang pressed her fists together as Blake had a smirk on her face then took off her bow, revealing her kitty ears. Jaune had a look of determination while holding Pyrrha's hand. Nora cracked her knuckles and Ren had a rare smirk on his face. They were all looking forward to the Tournament. Dracula looked at them all with pride. Tomorrow will be a day like no other.