A Not So Secret Relationship
Day 3: Secret Relationship AU
A Not So Secret Relationship
Team __BY was hanging around without their other two respective members. Who knows where their date had gotten them on, according to Yang. Blake was just sitting near a coffee table with biscuits and tea in front of her.
“Hey, Blake. Why is a coffee table still a coffee table even when you drink tea in it?” Asked Yang. Blake stared at her and brush her off, taking a hold of her book.
Yang stared at her and began tracing whatever she can trace on her face. Her eyes. That lovely shades of amber. Her nose. I mean, those are one hell of a cute sniffers, wink wink. The set of cat ears. Those ears are sensitive, and very expressive. Like right now, she can tell how uncomfortable Blake is feeling, then the book snapped close.
“Yang. Please stop staring.” Grumbled Blake. Yang grinned at her. “Come on, Blake. I’m just admiring.”
Blake coughed and looked away. “What do you want?” Yang hummed. She then perked up an idea procuring in her mind.
“Wanna talk about something interesting?” Asked Yang.
“That depends on the plot.” Said Blake. She then observed how her girlfriend's smile curved into a mischievous one. “A whiterose plot.” That caught her attention.
Blake nodded, urging her. “Do continue.” Yang chuckled.
“A secret relationship, really? They think that we haven’t noticed how close they are. I mean, all of Beacon knows they’re dating, except Jaune of course.” Said Yang, making Blake chuckle.
“Well yes, they’re not really, that subtle. It’s fairly obvious. Now I believe you’ve got a story to tell?” Asked Blake. Yang grinned and spoke. “It's about Ruby giving her flowers.”
Weiss was busy studying for an exam when she heard a certain high pitched call from her friend Ruby. She inwardly sighed and placed a bookmark in her book, before closing it and looking at Ruby.
“What is it, Ruby?” Asked Weiss. Ruby shuffled in her feet, taking an interest in her shoes. Weiss raised a brow and observed how fidgety Ruby is. “Is there something wrong?”
“No! I mean—no, I’m fine. It’s jus… erm…” Ruby stuttered. Weiss continue to look at her. “I, uhm… uh… h-have this!!” Ruby extended her arms out, her hands holding two stem of white roses. Weiss was dumbfounded at the action.
She reached out and took the two flowers. “T-thank you, Ruby. I appreciate it.” Blushed Weiss.
“And how did you know this?” Questioned Blake. Yang smirked and shook her finger and head.
“Tsk, tsk, Blake. You underestimate my stealth skills.” Yang said. “I was actually just around the corner from where Weiss was sitting.”
Blake chuckled at her. She then leaned in and said. “I may also have some, stories to tell.”
Yang grinned. “Oh ho. Spill the beans, kitten.” Blake rolled her eyes affectionately.
“It’s about Weiss giving Ruby a blanket when she fell asleep on the dorm.”
Weiss was still up late in the evening for some ‘light’ reading. She didn’t noticed the time passing by, and simply continue indulging herself in fine literature. She took notice of the time when she stretched her tired arms and looked up at the wall clock. 11:58, it says. Weiss inwardly winced at the time and stood up to take the books back to their shelves. She then left the library quietly.
Weiss was walking down the hallway, admiring how the shattered moon shone bright in the night. The breeze was cold to the skin, yet it doesn’t seem to bother her as she took her time going to the dorm.
It’s rare for Weiss to have these kinds of walks, so she rather take her time in doing so. She love how cold and humid the air felt. She loves how the wind rustles the tree leaves. And most importantly, she loved how the night is so quiet, it brings her in peace. A break from a very loud day.
She then, was in front of her dorm’s door. She’s certain that everyone in that same room are now sound asleep.
She opened the door and was about to tiptoe to her bed, when she noticed a figure sitting on the desk. It was Ruby. Piles of books and scattered papers were lying around the desk, no doubt she was probably studying or making paperwork that made the former confused. Weiss know from experience that her partner doesn’t like doing schoolwork, or better yet, she rather do it when the due date is near. But the things the latter is doing was due for the next two weeks. That was rather surprising.
Weiss then noticed the girl was actually asleep on the desk, something then tells her that she was working on the desk until she somehow fell asleep. She shook her head and made her way to her side of the bed and grabbed a spare blanket from her closet and draped it onto Ruby's shoulders. She saw how Ruby smiled and reciprocates the notion as she saw how peaceful she looked like.
She brushed a finger on the girl's forehead and said. “Good night, Ruby” And then retreated to her own bed and fall asleep.
“And before you ask how did I know this. Simple. I woke up that night and saw how everything unfold in front of my eyes.” Said Blake.
“Oh yeah, night vision. Or cat vision.” Grinned Yang. “Although, why were you up?”
Blake blushed and looked away. “I was, supposed to, well… head to your bed and… snuggle.”
Yang was wide eyes at the revelation, but then smiled. “You’re always welcome in my bed. Rawr.”
“I know.” Blake replied, affectionately.
“Speaking of sleep, I also had a similar story, except this time, the sleeping beauty is, Weiss.” Said Yang.
Ruby was fast asleep every time the night and drowsiness hits in. Although sometimes she found herself staying up until in the early mornings. And this day is one. She was staring at the ceiling, only the light breathing from her teammates can be heard throughout the dorm. Is it weird to know your friends breathing patterns? In actuality, this weird knowledge helps her to know what her friends are actually feeling, if they’re experiencing pain or not, or any other stuffs.
For sleeping Yang, she huffs and her breathing is soft yet a hard exhale. There were times that she heard her whimper, her breathing gone ragged, and her huffing was more harsh and hard. She usually peer from her bunk, only to find out that she was having a bad dream and had to wake her up. It was a scary sound.
For sleeping Blake, it was soft, almost no sound at all. It was calm. But sometimes her breathe hitches when she dreams. And occasionally she would smile. I wonder what her dream is.
And for sleeping Weiss, it was… cute? Her breathing smooth and controlled. Some times she would exhale a puff of air, as if huffing. Like now… wait, where is she?
Ruby sat up and peered down, only to see a certain white haired girl missing.
“Weiss?” Called Ruby. Then she panicked. ‘Omg, where in Remnant is Weiss?’
She jumped down and landed on her feet in a soft thump. She looked up and saw her two teammates all asleep and sighed in relief. She then tip toed to their door and head out.
Now where, oh where could Weiss be? Ruby walked around the halls to look for Weiss. The training room, nope. The garden, nope. The classrooms… still nope.
“If I was Weiss Schnee, where would I be?” Pondered Ruby.
The lab? Well, she does goes there for dust examinations, but that rarely happens. The kitchen? If it’s for coffee, yes she’ll be there, but up until this early in the morning, that’s a no. But there is one place she’d be willing to stay in for hours, the library.
Ruby speed walk towards the library to tell Weiss that’s it’s already late, well early in the morning. But why would she be still up so late? Could it be, she fell asleep? No, that can’t be. Weiss is too… proper? Was that the right word—no, domestic? Ah, responsible, right.
She reached the library, and lo and behold, she instantly saw her partner's white hair poking through the corner.
“Weiss?” She whispered-yelled. She heard her voice echo and winced at the sound. She went to Weiss.
“Come on, Weiss. It’s late. Well, super early actually and the sun is already poking outside and the lights will open in the lib—wait, are you asleep?” She peered at the hunched position of her partner and saw how peaceful Weiss is. But in that position, not for long.
“I wasn’t expecting this.” She looked around the desk and saw a multitude of books laying around. “I should probably put this back in the shelves before waking her up.” She did so.
After her clean up, she head back to the heiress to wake her up. But then she saw how peaceful she looked like. And she remembered how she gets cranky when she gets woken up.
Ruby gulped at the idea slipping in her drowsy mind. “I’m sorry for this Weiss.”
She went near the chair and took hold of the latter’s shoulders and back to lean her in the chair. She saw the heiress’s head lolled down. She then scooped her in a princes carry, hands on below her knees and back to balance her. She felt her nuzzle in her chest.
She then start walking back to the dorm and upon reaching the dorm she laid the princess down in her own bed and tucked her in.
“Sleep tight, Weiss.” Yawned Ruby, before returning to her bed. Then her alarm clock blared. She quickly snooze it off, exhaling a breath. She looked at her scroll, only to see the scheduled advance class she needed to attend.
“Right. Right.” Muttered Ruby, heading out. “Sleep well, guys. Love you.”
“Ruby is too pure for this world.” Blake commented. Yang nodded.
“I know right. We must protect her.” Declared Yang, her fist up. Blake chuckled and sipped her tea.
“Need I remind you that, your sister wields one of the most deadly weapon in Remnant. And with said weapon, combined with a shotgun of high-caliber dust infused bullets. I’d say she needs no protection, if she can put bullet holes and cleave anyone on her path.” Pointed Blake, shivering at the thought of the reaper in action.
Yang’s smile dropped. “Right. I sometimes forgot how scary she can be.”
“Hey guys, what are you doing?”
They looked to see team JNPR walking towards them. They waved at the four and urged to join them, and they agreed.
“Whatcha’ guys talking about?” Asked Nora, taking biscuits.
“Some whiterose moments.” Said Yang, grinning. Nora squealed in delight. “Oh, oh, I’ve got some.”
Ruby and Weiss was out and about around Vale, stopping by stores to stores. Weiss, taking a hold of a list, while Ruby carry their items.
“Weiss, are we done yet?” Asked Ruby, gesturing her tired arms.
“ Not yet. This list are quite longer than I thought.” Said Weiss. Ruby pouted at her. “How much more?”
“A little more, don’t worry.” Assured Weiss. “I didn’t know Yang needs this many hair conditioners.”
Ruby shrugged. “Eh, that’s Yang for ya.” Ruby took a glance at a nearby café. “Hey Weiss, can we make a stop on that café?”
Weiss looked at the café then to her partner. “Sure. I’m sorry, were you tired?”
Ruby shook her head. “Not really, but my arms are a bit… you know.”
Weiss sighed. “I’m sorry.” Ruby just shrug and smiled at her to reassure her. “What would you want to order?”
Ruby just smiled. “Nah, I’ll do it. Compare to me, you’ve been walking around from store to store.”
Weiss looked at her incredulously. “And you’re carrying a months worth of goods.”
“Eh, it’s okay. I’ll get your order.” The redhead said, putting down the bags and grinned at Weiss, and walked towards the counter. A few moments later, Ruby came back with a tray filled with food.
“Black coffee and blueberry pancakes for Weiss, coming right up.” Grinned Ruby, putting down the tray. Weiss smiled at her. “Thank you, Ruby.”
“Anything for you, princess.” Teased Ruby.
“Shut up.” Said Weiss, rolling her eyes affectionately. Ruby only giggled.
“Isn’t that sweet?” Squealed Nora. The girls nodded in agreement.
“Well, they're friends. I guess that’s sweet of Ruby.” Said Jaune. The others can only look at him in hidden disbelief.
“Oh ho, Jauney boy.” Nora shook her head. “You’re missing the point.”
“Entirely.” Ren continued. Nora grinned. “Exactly!”
“Speaking of moments. I think, I may have seen those two around.” Started Ren.
“What are you doing, dolt?” Questioned Weiss. Ruby pouted at her.
“What are we doing in here?” Asked Ruby, looking around the forestry. Weiss rolled her eyes in annoyance.
“Haven’t you forgot that we are here to collect herbs for Doctor Enigma.” Said Weiss. Ruby looked at her. “There’s another doctor-professor?”
Weiss stared at her. “Yes. There is another one.”
Ruby looked down in surprise. “Oh. I didn’t know.”
“What do you mean you don’t know? Are you not taking Introduction to Dust Medical Properties?” Asked Weiss, earning a shake from Ruby. “Really?”
“Yeah. I think, only two or one member per team are required for that.” Answered Ruby. Weiss’s eyebrows narrowed.
“Two members? That’s preposterous!” Exclaimed Weiss. “But then, that means it’s just Blake and I who are the ones attending in that class.” Ruby shrugged. “Probably.”
Weiss gaped and huffed. “That’s a bit unfair. What about the other two members?”
“From what Professor Ozpin had told me. We’re attending a separate advance class.” Said Ruby. Weiss gave her a confused look. “Introduction to Dust Medical Properties or whatever, is an advance class. I mean, ask the third years or other students. They wouldn’t know about that. It’s a special class for selected students.”
“Oh.” Said Weiss. “Tell me more.”
Ruby nodded. “So yeah, basically we're attending in an advance separate class. You and Blake are in the Introduction to Dust Medical Properties, because, well, you both are good in handling dust? Yang is in the Advance Martial Hand to Hand Combat class, because obviously. And I’m actually monitoring, whatever you are doing in that class. Taking in both your good and bad sides in your class, to add it on our team ups.” Explained Ruby, while Weiss listened attentively.
“And you?” Asked Weiss. Ruby stopped and smiled sunnily at Weiss and walked ahead, Weiss staring at her back in confusion. “Ruby?”
“Trust me, you don’t wanna know. But don’t worry, I’m taking that class with Ren.” Stated Ruby. Weiss blinked at he leader's secretiveness.
“That, answer, makes me more worried.” Admitted Weiss. Ruby stopped on her tracks and looked at her wide eyed.
“No, no, no, no, you don’t have to worry. I’m fine. It’s just, a kind of a class that is suuuuuper confidential.” Said Ruby. “We're being taught by Ozpin himself. So you don’t have to worry.”
Weiss still wasn’t convinced. “Why wasn’t Jaune with you?”
Ruby laughed nervously. “Weeell, he was supposed to be. But Ozpin was, kinda reluctant. So instead he send Ren. And made Jaune attend the Advance Training Program for Leaders.”
Weiss looked at her. Ruby can feel the tension. She then went to Weiss and saw how rigid her posture is and how tense she is. “Weiss, are you okay?”
Weiss shook her head. “No. I’m not. I just—I worry about you, Ruby. You’re our leader and you’re very important to m—us. And, I just have this nagging feeling that, whatever your class is about it’s hurting you or something.”
Ruby sighed and smiled, sadly. “Or something.” Weiss eye's widen. “But it’s alright. We wouldn’t use, what we learned in that class, yet. Unless, it is really necessary.”
“Ruby…” Whimpered Weiss. Ruby held her. “Shh, Weiss. I’m fine. Don’t worry.” Weiss nodded in her shoulder.
“I trust you.” Ruby smiled softly and hummed.
“Yeaaah. Ren would also not tell me what that class is.” Pouted Nora. Ren shook his head.
“One thing is certain, it is really beneficial.” Said Ren.
“Pyrrha? You got something to tell?” Asked Yang, brushing off that suspicious class of Ruby and Ren. Pyrrha tapped her chin in thought. “Oh. I have one. And I thinks its very sweet. And very rare.”
“Rare?” Blake asked. Pyrrha nodded. “It’s so rare, it’s makes it more sweeter.”
Ruby was out. Yes, on her own. Trying to get some alone time, to take a break from everything. Ruby hiked a nearby hill from the Emerald Forest, and that hill had a cliff nearby and it’s surroundings are padded with a variety of vibrant flowers.
Ruby then went to a tree planted in the middle and leaned on its trunk. She began to look at the flowers that sways in the wind and looks at the clouds that drifts ahead in the sky. It is peaceful. Then she felt her scroll ring.
“Hello?” Asked Ruby, waiting for the response on the other line.
“Ruby? Where are you?” She heard a familiar voice asked.
“I’m on the hill, Weiss. Is there something wrong?” She asked.
“Uhmm… no?” A sigh. “I don’t know. Can you—I meet with you?”
Ruby perked up and stood from where she is resting, dusting herself. “Sure thing, Weiss. Park?”
“Park.” Stated Weiss. Ruby hummed and ended the call. In a matter of seconds, roses filled the empty space.
Weiss sat at the bench, waiting for Ruby. She fiddled with her skirt. Her mind counting of flowers beneath her feet. Capturing the scent of roses in the air.
“Ruby?” She looked behind her, only to come face to face with a smiling scythe wielder.
“Hello, Weiss.” Greeted Ruby. She took a hold of the white tresses and gently combing it in between her fingers. Weiss tapped the space beside her to urge the former to sit.
“Are you okay?” Asked Ruby. Weiss sighed deeply. “I’m… great. Better even, it’s just—tiring.”
Ruby frowned and looked down. What could make her partner feel relaxed and happy?
“Weiss. Be right back.” She grinned at her before disappearing in a swirl of roses. Weiss looked at the empty space beside her, then blinked when roses filled her sight.
She looked at Ruby and froze. What was she carrying? Why on Remnant would she bring a guitar?
Ruby laughed at her reaction. “Wanna sing?”
“Sing?” Questioned Weiss. “And what should we sing?”
Ruby let out a bright smile and began strumming and chucking chords. Took a deep breath and sang.
=Do you hear me? I’m talking to you
Across the water, across the deep blue ocean
Under the open sky, oh my, baby I’m trying=
She closed her eyes, throwing her head back and looked at Weiss grinning, her eyebrows wiggling making the latter giggle.
=Boy, I hear you in my dreams
I feel you whisper across the sea
I keep you with me in my heart
You make it easier when life gets hard=
Weiss smiled as she sang the last part of the verse, thinking on how true and accurate the verse is. She braced herself for a duet, taking a breathe.
=Lucky I’m in love with my best friend
Lucky to have been where I have been
Lucky to be coming home again=
The two hummed as Ruby plucked the strings in melody. Their body swaying ever so slightly as they go. The hidden message didn’t make any scene as they sang in the park.
=They don’t know [They don’t know] how long it takes
Waiting for a love like this=
The sound of birds harmonize with the guitar. The wind picked up their pace and leaves was swirled in a mini tornado around the two without them noticing. Their voice vibrates and echoes as they made a perfect blend.
=Every time [Every time] we say good bye
I wish we had a one more kiss
I’ll wait for you, I promise you, I will=
“Ohhh oh!” Sang Ruby. Weiss giggled at her theatrics.
They both continued singing around in the air. Nature seems to see what is the unknown for the both of them. The skies painted in hues of red and orange. The clouds, oh so swiftly, forming a mirage of heart. The leaves, grass and flowers dance around them.
Unbeknownst to them, a figure in awe was staring at the event unfolding in front of their eyes. It was… intensely sweet. The sight may give you diabetes in one go.
The song ended and the two huffed and looked at each other, before giggling, transcending to bouts of laughter. Their eyes twinkling in delight and soft smiles were shared after the laughter.
“That… is sickeningly sweet. I can’t believe they’re not, together together.” Huffed Nora.
“Oh I betcha 20 lien they’re together.” Yang challenged. “Better yet, they’re just in a secret relationship.”
“I second the motion.” Said Pyrrha. Blake raised her hand and Ren followed suit.
“Hey, guys, what are you talking about?”
The group looked at the two new comer. Seems like they're done with their date. Jaune was quick to explain.
“We were talking about you. Your moments and whatnot. You guys are really close, you know that. And that is awesome. And then this five was pointing out how the two of you are actually in a relationship. But like, that can’t be right. You’re not dating, right?” Asked Jaune, hope in his voice.
The two blinked, silence hanging around the air. Ruby broke it. “We’re not?”
Weiss stared at Ruby, flushed and wide eyed. “Ahh… pfft… what? What do you mean we’re not?! “ Shrilled Weiss.
Ruby tilt her head, genuinely confused. “We're dating, right?”
Weiss sputtered. “W-what?! Dating?! How?!”
Ruby's arms flailed around. “I mean, we go out on dates.”
“Th-that’s just a hang out.”
“I always kiss your cheeks.”
“That’s—wait, what? Isn’t that what normal friends do?” Weiss had her eyebrows furrowed, her eyes darting to and fro.
“A minute in this conversation and I’m already in a friend zone. Wow.” Said Ruby, sarcastically. The five could only stare at the two conversing. Amused, and confused in Jaune’s case.
“So we’re not dating?” Pondered Ruby. Weiss shook her head vehemently. “No we’re not! What makes you think of that?”
“You know, at the park. In the hill. In the library. I could list more events. Or do you want it in detail?” Asked Ruby. Yang was kind enough to break the conversation… only to fuel it more.
“So wait, you're not in a secret relationship?” She asked, gesturing at the two.
“No! Why—why would you all think that?!” Yelled Weiss. Blake answered. “Lingering stares. Love struck smiles. Shoulder touching.”
Weiss looked at the Faunus. “Are you describing yours and Yang’s relationship?” Burn.
Blake looked at her wide eyed. “I… right… are we?” She looked at Yang.
“We kinda were… yeah—like that.” Winced Yang. Blake didn’t get over the initial shock.
Weiss faced Ruby. “So, back at the problem at hand. Why would you think that?”
“Because I like you?” Answered Ruby, more like questioning. “I mean, I thought I had already shown it pretty well.”
Weiss sputters, again. “I—wha… you, uhmm… really?”
Ruby gave her an exasperated expression and Weiss awkwardly grinned at her. She cleared her throat. “I wouldn’t opposed with the thought.” She whispered.
Ruby perked up and grinned. “Really?” Weiss nodded. “But I still don’t get why you think we’re dating when you didn’t even asked me out—” Ruby was about to retort, but was cut off. “Officially.”
“Weiss Schnee, will you be my girlfriend?” Stated Ruby in confidence. Weiss booped her nose. “Not until you give me a proper date.”
Ruby grinned and held her hand. “Deal.”
The went off on their own and back to the city and left the group staring at their backs. Yang blinked and spoke. “Well, that happened.”
The rest of the group looked at her. Pyrrha looked away. Ren drummed his fingers on the table. Blake sipped her tea, loudly. Nora shook in her sit. And Jaune, well, still Jaune.
Jaune then face planted on the coffee table. Whoops, I spoke to soon. Jaune groaned and Pyrrha rubbed soothing circles at his back.
“Such misfortune.” Grumbled Jaune.
“I’m still here.” Offered Pyrrha, smiling. Jaune smiled weakly. “Thanks Pyrrha. I appreciate it.”
Pyrrha visibly frowned. Jaune didn’t noticed. Blake rolled her eyes. And the rest face palmed. “Dense.”
Jaune looked up in confusion. “What?”
This one was actually, it was hard to think of a thing for it. Like, I don’t want to make the prompt, literal. I want it on a different light, than your typical secret relationship AU where you know, hide then got found out and angst ensues. Nah, I don’t want that. I want it fluff-friendly.
The idea of the scene by scene didn’t get to be after I was writing Yang’s story.
I want to see more fluff whiterose. So yeah.