Chapter 16: Darkness Return
(SCENE: UNION ACADEMY) (POV: 3RD PERSON)
Back at Union Academy, a portal appeared. But what came out from it, would bring trouble to Y/n Kahn and his allies. Because what came out from the portal was the Union Academy Forces that Y/n Kahn had to deal with temporarily in his kingdom.
"That brat. He'll pay for all he's done." Ozpin growls in anger and annoyance. "Oh, he'll suffer alright. When his 'kingdom' crumbles by our might." Sirzechs says.
"Headmasters! Everyone! We got news from Atlas!" Says a male voice as they turn to see red haired boy rushing towards them.
This boy is Daniel Shock, the former leader of the team Y/n Kahn use to be on. "What's wrong Daniel?" Ozpin asks. "It's Fria. She passed away and her Maiden Powers are gone!" He exclaims as this shocks everyone.
"F-Fria's gone?" Weiss asks in shock. "I'm afraid so. But with the lack of cameras and proper witnesses, we cannot deduce who now holds the Winter Maiden Powers." Daniel says.
"Gather all of our allies. We'll have to organize a meeting." Sirzechs orders. "I'll have to check on something. So, pardon me for my absence." Ozpin says as he leaves to attend other matters.
(SCENE CHANGE: SECRET VAULT)
While the meeting begin preparations, Ozpin went to check on Amber. He checked the security systems, but finds no signs of tampering. Instead, the systems stand down on their own.
Shocking at this, he rushes to where Amber is hold up in as his jaw drops in shock when he finds Amber gone. "No. No. No!" Ozpin frantically says as he desperately seeks for an answer.
But his shock turns to anger as he learns who took Amber. "Y/n. We should've killed you when we got the chance." He says as he downloads the information into his scroll.
He then leaves the vault to inform the others about this.
(SCENE CHANGE: HEADMASTER'S OFFICE)
"What do you mean Menagerie is now closed off?" Nezu asks. "I mean, we tried to visit Menagerie to discuss political matters, we're forced back by a mysterious power. Our scientists tried everything, but they all failed. We tried sending recon, but they all got blasted out of the sky by unknown forces. I suspect to believe it's due to unknown forces." An Atlasian Council Member explains.
Suddenly, the doors opened up as Ozpin enters the room, with the rest of Y/n Kahn's former team. Daniel, along with two others: a female, Gloria and a goth, Shade.
"I know who's doing this." He angrily says as he approaches a project and connects his scroll to it. He then shows everyone what happened in the vault as the Union forces scowl at this.
"That bastard." Daniel says as he sees his former training dummy. "How is that worthless scum still alive?" Gloria asks in frustration at Y/n Kahn still living. Shade, however, says nothing as his face holds a neutral expression on it.
"This is Y/n. This bastard was a powerless nobody that we allow to enter Union as a mean to help our students training. But he disappeared one day. We thought he would do this world a favor and take his own life, but it turns out he became the equivalent of a King in another world. Now, he's a corrupted tyrant that kills without reason and holds no loyalty to where he truly belongs." Ozpin explains as every Union personal nods in agreement at this.
"Yeah, he states himself that he disowned his proper home for a pathetic kingdom." Sirzechs adds on as several other begin degrading Y/n Kahn.
"Well then, seems we have a serious threat on our hands. But we currently don't have any leads to where he's at or what he has planned next. So, we'll have to keep an eye on where he is and where he'll strike next." Explains a Council Woman.
(SCENE CHANGE: MENAGERIE) (POV CHANGE: Y/N KAHN)
'This was suppose to be a civil negotiation, but violence is but part of the path to peace.' I thought to myself as I looked down on a defeated Adam Taurus.
Why am I in Menagerie? Well, I came here to discuss terms with Sienna Khan. However, Adam Taurus came in and challenged either one of us to a duel. If he wins, he'll become the new leader of the White Fang. But he was too arrogant to state what I'll gain if I win, though I suspect he'll believe I'll take his life.
"Y-You win. Now, get it over with." He says through his grunts as he positions himself on his knees and spread his arms out, embracing death.
I shook my head at this. "Adam Taurus, your heart was pure once. And it can be pure again, once you let go of your vendetta." I say as I used my power on him.
Energy begins to course through Adam as I stepped back. Adam then takes off his mask as he stands up, showing that his branding mark is gone. I smile as I place a hand on his shoulder.
"You see, Adam? Humans can be trustworthy and compassionate to others different than them. But if you want Faunuses to gain equality and respect, then you need to show them you're worthy of it by acts of love and empathy. Acting in violence or intent to kill will only paint a horrible description to, not only the White Fang, but also all Faunuses." I explain as I motioned for Sienna Khan, Chief Ghira and King Lennox to step forward.
"Respect isn't merely given, Adam. But rather earned if others think you deserve it. The White Fang was on the right path, but the Schnee Family caused your downfall. But now? That can change. And I can help you, all of you." I explain as I put my hand out.
King Lennox places his hand above mine as Sienna did the same. "Your words and actions proves that you're truly worthy of your crown. The Faunuses will fight with you, Y/n Kahn." He says as he joins their hands.
We then turned to Adam as he hesitates. "Adam, I don't blame your hesitation. But if you continue to cling to the past, then the future of the Faunuses will end in ruin. Then again, the choice is always yours to make." I say, hoping to reach out to him.
Adam says nothing as he takes a look around us. From seeing the looks on the faces of the Faunuses I saved from slavery to touching his healed face, Adam made up his mind.
"Your words hold much truth and wisdom & you've done much for the Faunuses." He says as he joins his hand with ours. "But know this: if you dare betray the Faunuses, you'll suffer horrendous consequences. And this isn't an oath, but a promise." He warns as I nod my head at this.
I experienced this before with the Eorzeans once the Garlean Empire was gone. They became so distrustful of humans, they and all other creatures like them left to other planets. It many months of negotiations to gain their support and many more months to earn their trust, but it was worth it to help bring the worlds at peace.
All of the Faunuses and Monster like humanoids around erupted into cheers.
(Here's chapter 16 done. This chapter took me all night to make, since my sleep schedule is being ruined and all that. But I currently have no regrets for it. Anyways, next chapter will be left up for debate.)
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