Weiss's hand was interlocked with her older sister's as they walked into the Argus military base. The rest of the gang followed close behind until they were inside the professional building. Full white tiles lined the floors and the walls were primarily glass. They were tinted, however, preventing any peering eyes on the outside.

"So you're all on your way to meet with General Ironwood in Atlas," Winter asked, trying to confirm what she heard from the Nubuck guards the past few days.

"That's right, Ice Queen," Qrow grumbled.

Winter scoffed and shot Qrow a glare, expecting some sort of cocky grin or smirk in return. However, Qrow's face remained upset.

"No refute?" Winter asked with a raised eyebrow.

"Look, Ice Queen, we've had a rough journey," Qrow spat out. "I'd appreciate it if you'd just take us to where we need to go, alright?"

"Demanding orders from the person trying to help you," Winter turned back to face in front of her. Winter stopped walking, causing the rest of the group to come to a halt.

The elder Schnee sighed and turned around to look at the rest of the group. "I don't know what you all have been through and I'm afraid to ask. But as I understand, it is an urgent mission. I'll have a small airship ready for you within the hour stocked with food, water, and extra clothes if necessary. My orders are to not allow any person past these borders, so I hope to see you all gone as soon as possible."

"You're not gonna come with us?" Weiss asked, looking up at her elder.

Winter gave a small smile and placed her hands on Weiss's shoulders.

"You have your mission. I have my orders. I must stay here and watch over everything." Winter sighed again and brought her hand to the garnet brooch around her collar. Weiss brought her hand to her sapphire. "Schnee women are strong."

Weiss smiled, a hint of determination in her eyes. "Yes. We are."

"Now, everyone get your stuff together and start loading onto the ship," Winter began. "It's a small one right around the corner."

Remnant's heroes began looking around the ship, many "oohs" and "ahs" being heard. Frequent squealing from Ruby was heard as she found a few books on the shelves in the ship and groaning from Maria saying that the ship is too cramped for 10 people.

"When did your ice heart melt," Qrow teased, walking up to Winter's side.

The specialist huffed. "I never was cold, birdbrain. Just professional."

"And stuck up, and bossy, and hardheaded, and-"

Winter smacked Qrow across the head. "You are insufferable, Branwen."

Qrow chuckled, rubbing the spot Winter hit. "I, uh, wanted to apologize to you, Winter, for yelling at you a little earlier. This journey's just been rough for all of us; kids shouldn't have to bear the weight of the world. I'm just stressed is all." Qrow sighed.

Winter managed a small smile. "It's quite alright. I understand. It's me who should be thanking you."

Winter turned her head and the two locked eyes. "Thank you, for taking care of Weiss for me."

Qrow smirked. "You know you're actually a halfway decent person when you're being nice, Ice Queen."

Winter gave him another icy cold glare and shoved his shoulder slightly, causing him to laugh. The Ice Queen couldn't help but chuckle.

"I didn't do much. Weiss is already strong."

"I know."

An hour passed and the team was locked and loaded. Weiss gave a final hug to her sister before their departure.

"I'm gonna miss you, Winter," Weiss said into her sister's chest.

"Me too," Winter replied with a smile. "Now go."

Weiss ran onto the airship and soon, they took off.

"Come home soon."

And fin. I ship Qrowin so hard even though they interacted for like 10 minutes but I can totally see it happening. I wasn't sure what gems the Schnee sisters had on their outfits but I used garnet for Winter because garnets can symbolize turning visions into physical reality (turning dreams into something real) and I used a sapphire for Weiss because it represented mental focus, order, and awareness. Thank you so much for reading! I hope you enjoyed it!