Board Thread:Role Plays/@comment-17970636-20140413172321/@comment-25763181-20140420054705

"That is one hell of a view, huh?"

"Yeah, perfect for moments like these."

The aerial plane that is the nocturnal sky stretched endlessly throughout as Reiku and his partner allowed their eyes to take in the star-crossed field above them.

They both lie on the highest point of their apartment roof, where the little mini-building that they were on provided an entrance to the stairwell.

"You know, I think I see the most beautiful thing here." Reiku said softly as deep crimson eyes gazed above.

His partner pointed to the brightest star she could see.

"Let me guess...that star." She said.

"Well, no. Good guess," he replied. "But if you need the answer, just go look at a mirror."

The woman blushed, chuckling slightly.

"Oh you and your cheesy pickup lines."

"Well I chose you for a reason, you know."

Reiku smiled as his eyes now met another pair, natural sapphire lens returning his gaze. In the man's eyes, there really wasn't anyone else who would have made him felt so...alive. The man she yearned and loved had become stronger, more outgoing, and more in control of his memories. And she was the same woman who he'd met five years ago was lying next to him, more mature yet unchanged outside and in yet still very "stable". Both had their share of arguments and low points, but yet they managed to survive everything that was thrown at them during times of black clouds and seemingly unending darkness.

It's really no surprise when Reiku fi-

BZZZT. BZZZT.

The monotonous 8-bit rings emitting from his Scroll came back after what seemed like years of dormancy, indicating something serious.

Very serious.

Reiku sighed and pulled out the tablet, saying a quick "Sorry 'bout that" as he read the message before him. His eyes now widened, he swiftly got up and jumped off the stairwell building.

"Huh? What's the matter? Is something wrong?" She questioned worriedly.

"It's Ozpin. And apparently, I'm needed at Beacon ASAP."

The girl trailed behind Reiku as they returned inside their top-floor apartment, neither of them knowing what was going on.

"This better be good..." Reiku mumbled under his breath.

The boy quickly prepared for whatever this summoning may be; dressed in his usual clothing, backpack on the side, Aura Blaze and Masai & Kisu sheathed in their rightful places. The woman helped fill his magazines and prepare his equipment, and even prepared him some food in case this were to be a missions where he'd be gone for several days.

"I'll be fine, baby," He consoled at his now-worried partner. "It's only an investigation. I'll be back soon. I promise."

The woman's perturbed expression only escalated.

"Ok-kay..." She stuttered back.

Reiku smiled and opened up his arms. The woman walked straight towards them, returning his embrace.

"It'll be alright, Amy. I swear on my life that I will come back to see you again." Reiku whispered.

"Thank-k y-you." She stumbled, pulling away but still holding on as she slowly began to steady herself.

Amy looked at the boy's visage, her fingers caressing his right eye where a vertical scar held its permanent place as a fragment of a dark memory; a reminder of the extremely dangerous turbulence that exists from deep within her...

No, she wanted to forget that. She wanted to lighten the mood.

"Hey," she began softly. "When you come back, do you think we can...you know-"

"I know what you're talking about, Amy." He replied.

"I know but...it's been a while and...I'd love to do it again." "For the last time, Amy, that time did not count."

"I know, I know. But-"

"Nope. Doesn't count."

"Fine."

After a short pause, he raised his eyebrow and said:

"Mmm but you know..."

Reiku grabbed Amy's shoulders and pulled her closer to him, his hands sliding down the sides of her abdomen as a low mewl escaped from her mouth.

"...I wouldn't mind going further this time."

Amy giggled, lightly kissing Reiku's lips as her left hand found his right and gripped it tight.

"Well aren't you a big boy~" She said, smiling slightly.

"I thought you knew that by now. At least I'm more willing this time. And a little...stronger, if you know what I mean." Reiku murmured, winking.

Amy pulled him closer to her and leaned in.

"Well, if you're the strong man you say you are, then you'll come back alive," Amy whispered with a hint of seductiveness into his ear. "Then we'll meet in bed. Deal?"

"Deal."

Amy squeezed her hand tighter against Reiku's, feeling the two circular bands of gold meet. The man longed for moments like this and wished he could stay longer, but he had to depart immediately; lives could possibly be at stake here.

Pulling away, he slipped on his old blue and black hoodie and went for the door. Stopping abruptly as soon as the door opened, Reiku turned to see Amy with a fragile smile drawn upon her face, a clear indication that she did not want to lose her partner again.

"I'll be fine," He said flatly. "I promise."

Her smile now radiating, she waved to him as Reiku entered his car and drove off.

Trying his best to push aside the nostalgic memories, Reiku listened to Ozpin carefully, taking note of his tone of voice. Not once did the man remember his headmaster become so worried and serious. This was further indicated by the word "mercenaries".

And then his memories came back, sending ice-cold chills down the man's spine. He had a good idea of the identity of the two criminals in question.

"I'll be fine. I promise."

Fine? No, Reiku will probably not return unscathed.