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Chapter 99: Biwa

The morning sun peeked through the frost-covered windows of Atlas Academy as Ruby and Yang energetically debated the importance of Crimson's appearance for his upcoming date with Pyrrha. This was his first date ever, and the sisters had taken it upon themselves to ensure everything went perfectly—or at least, perfectly by their standards.

“You can’t just wear your Atlas uniform!” Ruby protested, hands on her hips as she glared at Crimson.

“It’s practical, formal, and p...

Chapter 98: A Symbol to Defend

With the communication reestablished and General Ironwood’s broadcast echoing across Remnant, the world found itself buzzing with activity. Scrolls lit up in homes, academies, and streets, with calls pouring in from every corner of the globe. The message had been clear, and the implications profound. For the first time in years, the entirety of Remnant shared a singular conversation, a unified focus.

Atlas, which had braced for widespread panic following the revelation of Salem, found...

Chapter 97: New Era of Truth

The next day began with a sense of purpose and anticipation. Crimson, alongside the Ace Ops, made their way to the Amity Project's launch site. This was the culmination of months of effort, secrecy, and sacrifice. As the transport airship approached the location, the immense structure of Amity Colosseum came into view, gleaming under the morning sun.

Crimson stood near the front of the craft, arms crossed as his crimson eyes scanned the colosseum's intricate details. Despite his usual c...

Chapter 96: Confession

Crimson stepped into the lively hall, where the sound of laughter and chatter filled the air. The group was gathered around a large table, their newfound Huntsman and Huntress licenses clutched proudly in their hands. Ruby noticed him first and waved excitedly.

“There you are!” she exclaimed, bouncing over to him. “Where were you? We’ve been waiting for you to celebrate!”

Crimson gave her a small smile, his usual calm demeanor softening. “I had something to discuss wit...

Chapter 95: Dawn Of A New Era

The training hall in Atlas Academy had seen countless moments of determination, camaraderie, and challenge, but today was different. It was filled with people who had achieved something extraordinary. Team RWBY, Nora, Ren, Penny, Crimson, Pyrrha, Qrow, Raven, and the Ace Ops stood together, still carrying the marks of their grueling three-month mission. Though exhaustion lingered in their eyes, the atmosphere buzzed with curiosity as they waited for General Ironwood.

Ironwood entered th...

Chapter 94: The Purge

For three relentless months, Crimson Rose moved across the snow-covered expanses of Solitas, never staying in one place for too long. With the attraction orbs strapped securely to his side, he drew the continent's darkest nightmares to him. Grimm, numbering in the tens of thousands, converged on his location only to meet a swift, brutal end. Each battle was a spectacle of power, with Crimson as the unyielding force at its center.

The pace of the operation grew with time. The mobsters wh...

Chapter 93: Forging Bonds

Crimson sat in General Ironwood's office, casually leaning back in his chair while Winter Schnee stood at attention, finishing her report. The atmosphere was heavy with the weight of new revelations, yet Crimson’s expression remained calm, his eyes reflecting an almost unnerving confidence.

“...Our investigation confirms Bram Thornmane’s conspiracy,” Winter said, her tone clipped and professional. “He partnered with Lieutenant Colonel Olive Harper to incite unrest and orchestr...

Chapter 92: The Unlucky

As the group entered Essen, the settlement seemed calm, but there was an unmistakable tension in the air. A few villagers were scattered around the streets, tending to their daily tasks. Some paused to glance at the newcomers, their eyes lingering on the armed group and Crimson’s distinct Atlas uniform. Others ignored them entirely, too focused on their own concerns to pay much attention.

Crimson walked with purpose. He approached a woman sitting on the side of the road, her gray cloa...

Chapter 91: Grimm Lure

Three weeks had passed, and in that time, Crimson's presence in Atlas and Mantle had become nothing short of legendary. Grimm nests—once sources of constant threat—were now little more than rubble. Day after day, Crimson moved with unmatched speed and ferocity, wiping out one nest after another.

In many of these missions, Pyrrha joined him, learning firsthand what it meant to handle high-stakes operations. On other occasions, Crimson brought Ruby and Yang along, testing their mettle...

Chapter 90: Mission Aftermath

Crimson was on his way to the training hall when his scroll buzzed. Seeing the caller ID marked "General Ironwood," he answered swiftly.

“Specialist Crimson,” Ironwood’s voice was firm yet calm, as always. “I need you to join me at a council meeting this morning. Winter will be there as well. I believe it’s time you got a firsthand look at how Atlas operates.”

Crimson blinked in surprise. He wasn’t accustomed to being involved in political matters, much less sitting ...

Chapter 89: First Mission

The morning sun painted the sky in soft hues of orange and pink as Crimson arrived at Pyrrha’s quarters. She was already outside, her polished armor catching the early light, and her spear and shield secured on her back. Her face lit up when she saw him, a mix of excitement and determination evident in her expression.

"Good morning," she greeted, her voice steady but carrying a hint of nervous energy.

"Morning," Crimson replied with a small nod, glancing at her gear. "You look r...

Chapter 88: New Mission

The mission was complete. With Mosset Grotto cleared and the outposts fully established, Crimson returned to Atlas, his aircraft landing smoothly in the military airfield. Without pausing to rest, he headed straight to General Ironwood’s office, eager to report his success.

When Crimson entered, he found Ironwood and Winter deep in conversation, the holographic display between them showing tactical maps and lines of strategic interest. The general looked up, his stern expression softe...

Chapter 87: Specialist Rose

After Crimson had left the meeting with General Ironwood and Winter Schnee, it didn't take long for him to spot his sisters and the rest of the group. They were huddled together, visibly fatigued, with heavy bags under their eyes and sluggish movements. Meanwhile, Penny was enthusiastically pointing places and chatting non-stop, her excitement uncontainable.

Crimson coughed, the sharp sound cutting through the chatter. The group turned toward him, their tired faces lighting up slightly ...

Chapter 86: Sharing The Truth

Ruby hesitated at the door, her silver eyes flicking toward Crimson, who leaned casually against the wall with his arms crossed. “Aren’t you coming with us?” she asked, her voice uncertain.

Crimson met her gaze with a small, reassuring smile. “Not yet. I’ve got a story to tell first,” he said softly.

Ruby blinked in confusion. “A story?”

Crimson nodded. “Don’t worry. I’ll catch up with you all later.”

Ruby hesitated, her brows furrowing. She loo...

Chapter 85: Joining Atlas

Clover led the group to an aircraft waiting on the outskirts of Mantle. Soldiers had already arrived to tend to the defeated Ace Ops, assisting them to their feet and helping them onto a different transport for medical attention. The mood was tense, the aftermath of the earlier skirmish still hanging heavily in the air.

As they boarded the aircraft, Clover gestured for them to take their seats but remained silent, his expression unreadable. The engines roared to life, and soon they were...

Chapter 84: Welcome in Mantle

The group stood there, their attention was drawn upward by a faint shadow moving against the clouds. A figure soared gracefully, silhouetted against the dim light.

“Is that… a person?” Blake asked, squinting.

Crimson’s sharp eyes locked onto the flying figure, he muttered, “Well… this is unexpected.”

Raven, standing beside him, turned her gaze toward him with a curious look but said nothing.

The group collectively froze as the figure descended. With fluid...

Chapter 83: Atlas and Mantle

The hum of the airship’s engine filled the cabin as the group sat scattered around, their earlier shock and turmoil now subsiding into a calmer, more reflective mood. The destination was Atlas, but their minds were still wrestling with the Crimson’s earlier display.

Yang leaned back in her seat, arms crossed, her eyes fixed on Crimson, who sat across from her. “You know,” she began, breaking the relative quiet, “it’s kind of insane. You’re really as strong—no, stronger�...

Chapter 82: Giants Slayer

When Commander Cordovin saw the aircraft continuing to fly away, undeterred by her threats, she became furious at the blatant disregard.

“This is your final warning!” Cordovin's voice thundered from the mech's speakers. “You cannot run from the might of Atlas!”

The mech’s massive cannon began to glow, a searing beam of light gathering at its tip. With a roar, the cannon fired, the blinding energy cutting through the air like a lance.

“Brace yourselves!” Qrow ye...

Chapter 81: Imposter's Might

The sun shone brightly as Crimson adjusted his clothes, preparing to head out for groceries. “I’ll be heading to the market,” he announced casually. Pyrrha’s heart skipped a beat; this was the perfect opportunity to spend time with him. Seizing the moment, she stepped forward.

“I’ll come with you,” she said, her voice steady despite the flurry of emotions swirling inside her.

Crimson glanced at her and nodded. “Alright, let’s go.”

The two set off, the air...

Chapter 80: Strength, Laughter, and Embarrassment

The earlier laughter had subsided, giving way to quieter, more reflective discussions. Qrow leaned back in his chair, nursing his drink as he eyed Crimson curiously.

“How do semblances look to you?” Qrow asked, breaking the silence.

Crimson tilted his head thoughtfully. “Semblances appear like glowing seeds in your hearts,” he explained. “When someone uses their semblance, the seed blooms into an intricate shape. Each one is unique, almost like a fingerprint.” He pause...

Chapter 79: Catching Up II

Blake, who had been silent so far, took a deep breath and asked the burning question. “So... what happened after you died?”

The room fell silent again, all eyes on Crimson. His expression grew contemplative, and for a moment, he seemed lost in thought. Finally, he began to speak.

“After I died,” he said slowly, “I ended up in a place that could only be described as... limbo. It wasn’t the afterlife, but it wasn’t the world of the living either. It was the domain of t...

Chapter 78: Catching Up

The group stood in stunned silence for a moment before Qrow recovered from his daze, his sharp eyes scanned the gathering crowd, he cleared his throat and coughed pointedly. The murmurs of onlookers were beginning to grow, and their curious gazes fixed on Crimson and the others. “Alright, that’s enough gawking,” Qrow said firmly. “Let’s take this somewhere private. Back to the estate. We can talk there.”

Crimson, despite his mounting curiosity, nodded at Qrow’s suggestion....

Chapter 77: Back

The living room was unnervingly quiet, save for the occasional clink of utensils against plates. Qrow sat at the edge of his chair, his brow furrowed in frustration as he tried to coax Ruby into eating. “Come on, kid. You’ve gotta get something in your system,” he urged, his voice softer than usual. “You can’t keep going like this.”

Across the room, Weiss mirrored his efforts, her icy demeanor thawed by concern. “Ruby, please,” she said, her voice tinged with worry. “A...

Chapter 76: Mourn II

Pyrrha sat in the quiet solace of her family’s living room, the warmth of the hearth doing little to chase away the chill in her heart. Her mother sat beside her, one arm draped protectively over her shoulder, while her grandfather, Cheiron, sat in his usual armchair, his eyes fixed on the flames. The silence between them was heavy, a shared grief that words struggled to express.

Pyrrha’s fingers traced the edge of her teacup, her gaze distant. “When Ruby and Yang first talked abo...

Chapter 75: Mourn I

After showing Crimson’s death, Jinn returned to the relic, her glowing form vanishing as the artifact’s light dimmed. The room was silent, save for Ruby’s anguished sobs. Her trembling hands clutched the relic tightly, and with each moment, her despair boiled over. Her cries turned to screams as she raised the relic and struck the table in front of her repeatedly, each blow punctuated by a heart-wrenching cry.

“Liar!” Ruby screamed, her voice cracking as tears streamed down he...

Chapter 74: At Peace

Crimson opened his eyes to find himself standing on a vast, calm sea. The water stretched endlessly in all directions, smooth as glass and reflecting the heavens above with perfect clarity. The sky was dark, but countless stars shimmered brilliantly, their light untouched by the weight of mortal sorrow. At the center of this celestial tableau hung the moon, radiant and unmarred, a beacon of purity amidst the tranquil scene. Crimson stood in silent awe, his reflection merging seamlessly with t...

Chapter 73: Nightmares

The world shifted once again. The familiar emptiness of the void gave way to a cracked stone courtyard bathed in dim, eerie light. Dark red streaks stained the ground, pooling in uneven grooves. The group’s eyes darted around the desolate space, their unease growing with every detail that came into focus.

Then they froze.

Qrow and Tai were on the ground before them, their corpses mutilated beyond recognition. The man stood over Tai’s severed arm, which he casually brought to h...

Chapter 72: God Of Horror

The vision continued, pulling the group further into Crimson’s solitary journey. They watched as another week passed in the dark, oppressive city of Kuchinashi. Crimson spent his days meditating in silence, eating little, and moving with a quiet resolve. Then, without warning, he left the city and began heading south toward the mountain belt.

The group followed his arduous trek, the terrain growing steeper and harsher as days turned into a full week. By the time Crimson reached the su...

Chapter 71: Showing Kindness

Ruby held the relic of knowledge in her trembling hands. The faint blue glow pulsed gently, and the room fell silent as everyone watched her with bated breath. Taking a deep breath, she summoned the spirit once more.

“Jinn,” Ruby called, her voice steady despite the turmoil in her heart.

In an instant, the relic glowed brightly, and Jinn appeared before them, her ethereal form hovering in the air. Her gaze swept over the room before settling on Ruby, her voice melodic and curi...

Chapter 70: Using The Relic

After two weeks of rest at the Nikos estate, the group had settled into a temporary peace. It had been a time of learning, with Cheiron Nikos offering his wisdom to those willing to learn and Pyrrha finally finding some solace in spending precious time with her mother after such a long separation. There were no immediate dangers pressing, no urgent missions at hand. The luxury of time was something none of them could truly afford, but in these moments, it felt almost tangible.

The group...