(Pov Escanor)
After an exciting initiation, it was time for the first day of classes. I was set, like usual set, to teach combat classes, which included taking over for Port and assisting Goodwitch. Regardless, I already know everything that will happen, so my preparations have long since been made. Right as that thought flashed through my mind, team RWBY burst through the door just before the bell.
Sword:Good morning, kids. My name is Professor Sword, and I will be teaching Grimm combat and anatomy. So, let's start with a simple question outside our class's knowledge. How many are unhappy with their team leaders?
Everyone remained silent, waiting for someone else to make the first move. Eventually, a hand went up, drawing everyone's attention to who raised it. As if scripted, Weiss had her hand raised with a determined expression. I only cracked a smile, waiting for anyone else also to raise their hands. Seeing no one else joining her, Weiss had a frustrated look. Lucky me, Ainter had long prepared me for this.
Escanor:I understand how frustrating it is to be passed over for a position you wanted or thought you deserved. However, let me add that being a leader requires one thing.
Pausing for dramatic effect, I glanced around the room to ensure everyone's attention was on me.
Escanor:That is the ability to see their team's strengths and weaknesses. No matter who you are, there will be something you are not good at that another may excel. There is no such thing as a perfect leader.
Right as I said that, the bell rang, signaling the end of class and the start of another. I dismissed class, letting everyone leave, with Weiss being the only one who stayed behind. Her team went without looking back, except Ruby, who was hesitant but got dragged off by her sister. When we were alone, I created a couple of chairs and a table. Following the manners Winter taught me, I served us both some tea.
Escanor:So, Miss Schnee, how can I help you?
Weiss:Professor Sword, do you think I won't make a good leader?
Seeing her sad expression, I took a moment before answering.
Escanor:You have probably already heard, but I have a lot of combat experience. So when I say this, you have to take it with a grain of salt. Weiss, you would not make an effective team leader.
Weiss lowered her head as tears started to form in her eyes. My words hurt her, but they needed to be said.
Escanor:You are a skilled fighter and capable of defeating most enemies, but as a leader, you have a flaw. Due to your upbringing, you expect everything to go a certain way.
Weiss closed her eyes as if she were thinking deeply about my words. Eventually, she opened them asked me a question I already expected.
Weiss:I can understand why I wasn't picked but why Ruby.
Sword:During the entrance ceremony she was the quickest to take command during that battle. Besides since she is younger so Ruby is bit more open minded.
Apparently my advice was helpful since Weiss's expression became lighter. I watched her walk away while using Echolocation to see how Ruby was doing. As expected she was waiting for Weiss outside of their next class pacing back and forth nervously.
(Pov Weiss)
I have been annoyed since Professor Ozpin named Ruby our team leader. It made no sense she was hyperactive, reckless and worst of all too young. She shouldn't even be a student at Beacon yet her she is getting assigned to lead a team. When Professor Sword asked us if we were unhappy with our leaders I jumped at the chance. No joined which was annoying but I held true.
After waiting awhile Professor Sword explain what every leader need. I had to admit though it pains to say there were somethings I was missing. Not to mention that it was true that when we faced the Nevermore Ruby immediately took charge. With that on my mind I decided to head to my next class where Ruby was waiting. I still was annoyed with her so for now I ignored her. Once classes were done for the day I went to see master Sword in his office.
Although I could it an office it would better be referred to as a home. Before I could knock on the door Professor Sword already swung it open. When the door was open first thing I noticed was the enchanting smell of food coming form inside. Walking inside I was greeted by the sight of a larger table covered in dishes.
Sword:I must say Ms.Schnee you have perfect timing we were just about to have a snack.
If I wasn't concerned about my lady like image then my jaw would be on the floor. The table that was big enough to fit twelve people had food covering it. Even more shocking was the woman seems to still be cooking more food. Professor Sword unsurprised began eating with proper ettequte. Since they invited me I also joined in on the meal which should be called a feast. I was only able to eat a little while the Professor cleaned every plate. When I asked him how that was possible he only said it was because of his monstrous metabolism.
I had my doubts until he took off his shirt revealing his sculpted muscles. Seeing no one said anything I focused on the training he was giving me. To be honest most of it was sparing against the Professor. During the spars I realized that one of my biggest flaws was fighting without time to think. Of course Professor Sword explained ways to fix that problem while showing them. Soon about two hours passed and I felt better ready to face Ruby and the others.
Sword:Remember Weiss no one is telling you to blindly follow Ruby. Just give her a chance to show what she can do.
(Pov Escanor)
After sending Weiss off I went to check my system for the first time in a while.
Name: Escanor
Age:24
Race:Human(Grimm)
Titles: Goddess's husband/Huntsman/Grimm Knight/Prideful Glutton
Job:Maki knight (lvl-20)/Knight (lvl-7)
HP(×10 CON):2,900/Regen 290 per min
AE(×10 INT):15,000/Regen 550 per min
STR:290
DEX:268
CON:290
INT:1500
WIS:550
CHAR:88(+50)
Skills:
Sound Master(Passive)
Poison mastery(Passive)
Zebra's cells
Coco's cells
Knight's physique[level Max](passive)
Predator's intimidation[Level Max]
Swordmanship[Level 5]
(GP:2,356,900)]
Looking at my current status remaining stagnant I decided see if I can not found some extra skills. As I strolled through the store I notice that were alot of interesting choices. One was a random skill ticket that can give me a skill from anywhere the on multi verse. Since I have over 2 million points and it coast 100 thousand it felt like an acceptable gamble.
[You have received a random skill ticket would you can to open it(yes/no)]
[You have opening a random skill ticket. Skill Domain Expansion has been received and adjusted for tue host's use.]