Reading Unfolding Fates

Unfolding Fates C2, E2

IWAI!!!

Ozpin's perspective...A large and unnerving ship as it descends upon a landing pad. Two Bullheads fly by as the camera slowly lowers to show ant-like swarms of people on the paths around Beacon. The camera shifts to the top of a tower veiled behind clouds. Ozpin and Glynda can be seen through the window into Ozpin's office.Glynda: Ironwood certainly loves bringing his work wherever he travels.

Ozpin: Well, running an academy and a military makes him a busy man. *The camera switches to an over-the-shoulder from Ozpin's perspective as three more Bullheads fly in* But yes, those are a bit of an eyesore. *A chirping beep sounds repeatedly. Ozpin turns to see a hollow-message "Access Requested" on his desk.* Come in.

The doors slide open to reveal Ironwood as Ozpin approaches to greet him.

CD: oh, it's Metal Boner *several people burst out laughing* yeah, it's a really funny nickname, Phoenix told me that one

Ironwood: *cordially* Ozpin!Ozpin stands at attention.

Ozpin: Hello, General.

Ironwood: Please, drop the formalities. *Both 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.

Glynda: Oh, James! *Gives a personable wave and then drops all pleasantries* I'll be outside. *She walks away.*

Ironwood: Well, she hasn't changed a bit.

As Ozpin speaks, Glynda can be seen from behind Ozpin and Ironwood as she exits the room.

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

Ironwood: *The camera shifts to a close-up showing the mug changing hands. A clink is heard* Well, you know how much I love Vale this time of year. *Ironwood produces 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: *Ozpin sits and pours himself some coffee* I can certainly appreciate the quality time between friends, however, a small fleet outside my window has me concerned.

Ironwood: Well, concerned is what brought them here.

Ozpin: I understand that travel between kingdoms has become increasingly difficult.

Ironwood: Oz, you and I both know why I brought those men.

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. *Ironwood can be heard setting his mug down*

Ironwood: But if what Qrow said is true...

Ozpin: 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.

Ironwood: I'm just being cautious.

Ozpin: As am I. Which is why we will continue to train the best Huntsmen and Huntresses we can.

Ironwood: 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? *He continues on his way to the exit*