A/N: And here is your second chapter for the day. This chapter should clear up some of the questions or requests I've seen from previous chapters regarding Sienna. With that, thank you all again for the incredible support. You guys are the best. I hope you all have a great day, Rhino out.
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Feeling the air rush pass him, Topaz takes a calming breathe and focuses on the ever approaching ground below. Transforming himself in a falcon he extends his wings and lets the air catch in them. The first thing that surprises him is how difficult it is to stay afloat, the cold air quickly numbing his limbs. Luckily he was able to slow himself just enough that when he eventually landed on the ground the layer of snow on the ground was enough to save him from a fatal injury. Groaning in pain, Topaz reverts his transformation and finds himself with a dislocated left shoulder. Taking a deep breath, Topaz painfully lifts his arm against a nearby tree and pops his shoulder back into place.
Topaz: "Argh! When I find Dudley, I'm kicking him off a train myself."
Making his way through the snowy terrain, Topaz looks for any sign of civilization. Topaz shifts his form between his normal faunus form to that of a polar bear to make the cold weather more manageable. Slowly working his way he knew the train was going, Topaz continues on until he finds a small wooden hut in the middle of the forest. Seeing the sun begin to set, Topaz decides to ask the owner of said hut if he could stay the night. Walking up to the door of the cottage Topaz knocks on the door only to feel the need to jump to the side. As he does it, the door burst open and a woman stands there with a woman that Topaz did not expect to see.
Sienna: "Who the hell is here!"
Topaz: "Sienna!? What are you doing out here?"
Sienna: "T-Topaz?"
Topaz: "Hey, you doing ok?"
Sienna: "Yeah, I'm ok. Since the day Adam attacked me, I've been a little on edge."
Topaz: "Was it really that bad?"
Sienna: *sigh* "Sadly yes. At first it was pretty manageable fighting him, but then my own guards turned on me. That slash across my back was a rude awakening."
Topaz: "How did you escape?"
Sienna: "One guard 'accidentally' let me slip by him. He was always a good man. I just hope he wasn't punished for it. His wife is expecting."
Topaz: "Gods, it really sounds like the White Fang is falling apart."
Sienna: "It did. But luckily I've heard that Ghira has decided to lead another peaceful attempt. So that should be good for us faunus."
Topaz: "And with the help he and the others from Menagerie gave, it should hopefully shine a bright light on faunus as well."
Sienna: "I'll drink to that… if I had a drink that is."
Topaz: "Same, if I drank that is."
Sienna: "Cheeky little shit. So, what are you doing here? I thought you were in Mistral?"
Topaz: "I was, but something came up and we were making our way to Argus, to hitch a ride to Atlas."
Sienna: "So, why are in the middle of a forest?"
Topaz: "The train we were on was attacked by a large group of Manticores. When we were fighting them, the two huntsmen paid to guard the train tried to activate the defenses, which wouldn't do anything other than piss off the grimm. When I stopped them from doing so, one of them shoved me off the train in the confusion of an oncoming tunnel. And here I am."
Sienna: "Gods, are you ok? That track is way up there, how on Remnant did you survive."
Topaz: "My semblance is powerful and a secret, but it saved me."
Sienna: "Well I'm glad for that. We haven't interacted very much but I find your presence a welcome change to what I am used to."
Topaz: "Oh, well thank you Sienna. It's always entertaining when you're around."
Sienna: "Why thank you. So what is your plan now?"
Topaz: "I need to make my way to Argus. It's going to be a long and cold journey, but I need to do it."
Sienna: "You're sure of that? Why not stay here for a while and keep me company?"
Topaz: "Sienna, as nice as that sounds, I have people waiting for me who are more than likely worried. If you want you can come with, if you are really that lonely."
Sienna: "That really sounds nice, but anything Atlas and I will not get along. Especially after everything I've done."
Topaz: "I can understand that Sienna, but the things you did, you did for the betterment of faunus kind. Yes, it was probably the wrong way about things, but you did it all with good intentions. I don't expect the greatest visit myself, but I will do what I can."
Sienna: "You're a good child Topaz, I hope to see you again after you have completed your mission. Be safe and make sure to visit when you can."
Topaz: "Will do Sienna. You be safe yourself and make sure to take care of yourself."
After saying their goodbyes, Topaz exits the small hut with an extra coat and blanket that Sienna forced him to take along, stating he would need it more than her. Trudging through the thick snow, Topaz looks for anything that might signify other people being in the area. After walking for an hour, he finds the train itself. Problem is, it's derailed, and by the looks of it, it's been like that for a while. Quickly running through the collapsed train cars, Topaz finds that there isn't anyone at the train any longer. Looking around he can't find any tracks, meaning that they left awhile ago. Deciding to once again follow the rail line, Topaz continues on his way, hoping everyone else is doing alright. Pushing forwards, Topaz continues through the thick snow, eventually making it to the top of a large hill. From the hill he can see Argus off in the distance. Topaz pushes himself further, his legs screaming at him to stop and take a break, his lungs burning from the cold air. Fighting through the pain, Topaz eventually makes it to the edge of the city, and is quickly approached by the city guards.
Guard: "Who goes there?"
Topaz: "M-M-My n-name i-is T-T-Topaz."
Guard: "Topaz, are you alright?"
Topaz: "I-I'm c-c-c-cold, been out-s-side for a c-c-couple of d-days n-now."
Guard: "Gods kid, get in here and warm yourself up."
Topaz is quickly led into the city by one of the guards. He is escorted into the barracks and shown to the medical staff to make sure everything is alright.
Doctor: "Well, I don't know how, but everything looks fine for you Mr. Topaz. Your aura nearly completely depleted, but nothing else aside from that. Consider yourself lucky. As soon as you feel the chill go away you are allowed to leave."
Topaz: "Thank you doctor."
Sipping on the soup he was given. Topaz pulls out his scroll and sees that he has a signal for all of his friends. Sighing in relief he quickly sends Neo and Ariel a message letting them know he's alright. Within seconds of him sending the message Ariel calls him on the scroll.
Topaz: "Hey Ariel."
Ariel: "Topaz! You're ok!"
Topaz can hear the tears behind her words. He can't help but give a sad smile.
Topaz: "Yeah, I'm ok. Question for you, where is Dudley?"
Ariel: "Dudley? Last I heard he was given some time off for shattering his arm when the tunnel happened."
Topaz: "Oh really, and where might I find him?"
Ariel: "Topaz, why do you want to know where he is?"
Topaz: "Oh no reason. Just to push him off a train to show him how it feels. No biggie."
Ariel: "What."
Topaz: "You heard me."
Ariel: "Where are you?"
Topaz: "Uh, I'm in currently resting in the medical ward of the guard's barracks. Why?"
Ariel: "I'm coming to get you. It sounds like You, Neo and I have revenge to partake in."
Topaz: *sigh* "Ariel, just come and get me and take me to where everyone else is. No sense you getting involved in this mess."
Ariel: "Too bad."
Topaz: "Fine, I'll be waiting for you here."
Ariel: "We are on our way. See you soon."
Topaz: "Yeah, see you."
Finishing the soup, Topaz stands up and stretches. After he feels stretched enough he goes out into the hallway and makes his way to the entrance. Standing outside he sees Ariel and Neo running towards him. Bracing himself for the impending impact, Topaz opens his arms and smiles at the girls. Ariel gets to him first and wraps her arms around him. Neo gets to him a moment after and knocks the three of them to the ground.
Topaz: "I'm back girls."
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