Disclaimer: Still don't own anything

Okay, here is what you need to know about the events before the start of this ff.

The battle of Haven went much worse then it did it canon, with the only survivors being Jaune, Ren and Weiss (well and Ozpin but they did not find his new body yet). Loosing almost all of their friends changed the three and made them turn towards a more extreme solution. Realizing the needed power they came to a conclusion, Weisse's father, mother and brother needed to die.

That might seem pretty extreme but remember what they went through, great losses can make people take extreme actions. That aside neither of those three (her family I mean) is really someone that you need to shed any tears over.

The solution they came up with was to simply use Adam. Adams much more successful actions at haven have gotten him back more support of the Faunus and a chance to take down Jacques Schnee itself is of course invaluable. He would not just trust some random information so he would first need a bit of proof. This is, of course, regrettable but sacrifices must be made.

After being convinced of the truthfulness of the pieces of information he decided to actually mount an assault on Jacques which goes very successful. He and his troops never made it back alive however because the Atlas military arrives together with Weiss, Jaune and Ren and they manage to take him down. 'Regrettably' they were not able to save the lives of any of the members of the Schnee family and with Winter having no interest in the title Weiss becomes the next head of the family.

Different from her father she strives to work a lot closer together with Ironwood to bring about the changes she (and Jaune and Ren) believe to be necessary. If it wasn't clear already Ironwood was in all of that and agreed with the whole thing because it would allow him to not only take down Adam but also gain Weiss and with her the might of the Schnee family as a very close ally.

Well, that was a lot of info dumb but I thought it to be necessary for people who are interested how the situation you are seeing in this fic came about.

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Jaune gazed out of the window, his gaze somber. Below him he could see the mighty city of Atlas, it's lights glowing in the dark. Nothing that would indicate what had taken place just hours before.

''It almost looks peaceful.''

He turned to the side to see the face of his best friend, a wistful look on his face. Sighing he turned his gaze back to the city below them.

''We did what we had to do, you know that.''

''Of course I do, I just wish for it to never have come this far.''

Jaune could hear the sadness in Ren's voice, he understood exactly how he felt, after all, he was the same.

''As do I but we cannot change the past, all we can do is make sure is to create a future in which such things never happen again. What we are doing will ensure that future generation will not have to suffer as we did, it is the right thing to do.''

''You just wish it wasn't so hard don't you?''

At this Jaune smiled a bit, his friend's concern was touching.

''I suppose you are right, I know that what we did was necessary, but it still pains me to do. Why can't the people understand that what we are doing is the best for them?''

Now it was Ren's turn to sigh.

''It's because they are ignorant, their lives were easy. Living in Atlas they were never under any real threat, they were never forced to see their friends, their families, die. They have grown complacent, forgotten the dangers our worlds holds.''

Jaune knew that of course and it wasn't as if everyone was against them, many had recognized the necessity of their actions but still, he found it sad how many didn't.

Apparently having enough of the sad atmosphere in the moment of their triumph, Ren laid a hand on his shoulder blowing away the negative thoughts both of the had.

''Thanks Ren, I really needed that, we should not put on such sad frowns, after all, today is a day to be celebrated.''

Suddenly the door behind them opened and a soldier entered the room before saluting.

''Sirs, General Ironwood and Miss Schnee have asked for your presence.''

Jaune nodded at the Solider.

''We will be on our way right away.''

The soldier gave one last respectful bow before leaving the room again. Jaune made his way towards the door, knowing that Ren was right behind him.

''So it finally is time.''

''Nervous?''

Jaune had to chuckle a bit at that, it was funny. After all he had done the prospect of the grand speech made him nervous? He wasn't even going to say anything, just stand behind the general. Finally he answered Ren.

''I guess so, funny isn't it, that this would make me nervous.''

But Ren just shook his head.

''It really isn't, I am the same. Maybe it is the fear that something will go wrong so close before we have finally made it?''

''Don't go tempting fate now, that never works out well.''

Following this exchange they continued to walk in silence, occasionally nodding at the saluting soldiers they passed on their way.

Finally they had reached their goal, he could see Weiss stand in front of a huge set off doors, General Ironwood was nowhere to be seen. She seemed to have noticed his questioning look because she answered his unspoken question.

''The general is going over his speech one more time, making sure that everything will go well.''

Jaune nodded, that made sense, this day would shape the future of Atlas, no, off all of Remnant. There could be no mistakes. He could see that Weiss was almost as nervous as he had been a few minutes ago. She tried to hide it but he had long since learned to recognize how she truly felt.

''Don't worry, everything will be going fine''

These words gave him exactly the reaction he had expected, denial.

''I do not know what you are talking about.''

But he just raised his eyebrow and continued to look at her until she finally gave in.

''Okay, I am nervous alright? What if my dress looks bad, what if I make a fool of myself, we cannot afford to make any mistakes. So many things could go wrong, what if-''

Jaune decided to interrupt her, laying his head on hers.

''Nothing is going to go wrong, we will get through this without problems. It's the general that does the talking anyways. Oh and that dress looks absolutely gorgeous on you.''

He was rewarded for his words with a cute barely noticeable blush on her face.

''Thank you Jaune, you don't look bad either.''

Well, he couldn't disagree with her there, this military uniform really looked good on him, and on Ren for that matter.

''Should I search a room for you two, preferably a soundproof one this time?''

Hearing Ironwoods words Weiss became the reddest he had ever seen her, it looked utterly adorable. Grinning Jaune turned to the general.

''Are you ready for your grand speech sir?''

''As ready as I will ever be. I must once again thank all of you, without your assistance I could have never made it this far.''

But Jaune just waved it off and he could see Ren and Weiss doing the same.

''It was nothing sir, just trying to make the world a better place, you know, the usual stuff.''

Jaunes words managed to get a small amused chuckle out of the general.

''Well, I am happy to hear that. But I fear our work isn't over for a long time yet.''

This time Weiss was the one to answer.

''Maybe but we have made the first steps.''

That moment a soldier approached them.

''Everything is ready, we will go on air in 3 minutes.''

Ironwood nodded at the soldier before turning back to them again.

''It seems as if the time has come, follow me.''

Following the general, they entered the room the council members had used for their press conference. Ironwood took his position at the Podium while Jaune, Weiss and Ren took their Places behind him. They made sure to do their best to look impressive. In Jaunes opinion they quite succeeded at it, Weisse's dress making her look like a princess right out of a fairy tale and him and Ren in their Uniform looking like the kind of grand Heroes you read about in stories. Well, that might actually be the case in a few years, it seemed as if he had finally become the hero he had always dreamed to be.

Then the soldier operating the camera gave them a sign that the broadcast was about to begin and the general started with his speech.

''PEOPLE OF ATLAS HEAR ME!''

''TONIGHT MARKS THE DAY THAT ATLAS WILL RECEIVE A NEW LEADERSHIP!''

''THE COUNCIL WAS WEAK AND TOO SCARED OF LOSING THEIR WEALTH TO TAKE THE ACTIONS THAT MUST BE TAKEN. IF IT WENT ACCORDING TO THEM WE WOULD JUST HIDE OURSELF FROM THE WORLD UNTIL EVERYTHING BLOWS OVER.''

''BUT I HAVE SEEN WHAT IS OUT THERE, WHAT KIND OF FOE WE HAVE TO FACE. I DID NOT TAKE THE DECISION TO MOVE AGAINST THE COUNCIL EASILY.''

''I DEARLY REGRET ALL THE LIVES THAT WERE LOST ON THIS DAY, BUT THOSE SACRIFICES WERE NECESSARY FOR THE WELLBEING OF ATLAS AND ITS PEOPLE.''

''FOR MANY YEARS I HAVE LOYALY SERVED ATLAS AND DID MY UTMOST TO ENSURE IT'S SAFETY. I WILL ASSURE YOU RIGHT NOW THAT THIS IS STILL MY GOAL.''

''IF WE DO NOTHING NOT ONLY ATLAS BUT ALL OF REMNANT WILL FALL VICTIM TO THE FOUL CREATURES OF GRIMM AND THEIR ABOMINABLE LEADER, SALEM!''

''WE CANNOT ALLOW THAT TO HAPPEN, WE HAVE TO STRIKE BACK BEFORE IT IS TO LATE AND FOR THAT IT WAS NECESSARY THAT I TOOK THE POWER FROM THE COUNCIL.''

''BUT I DO NOT STAND ALONE, AT MY SIDE STAND THE PROUD SOLDIERS OF THE ATLEASIAN MILITARY AND THE HUNTSMAN OUR COUNTRY HAS BROUGHT FORTH. AND THEY ARE NOT THE ONLY ONES, AT MY SIDE STAND WEISS SCHNEE, HEAD OF THE SCHNEE FAMILY, WHO AFTER THE TRAGIC DEATH OF HER BROTHER AND PARENTS AT THE HAND OF TERRORIST LEADER ADAM TAURUS, TIRELESSLY WORKED ON IMPROVING NOT ONLY THE LIVING SITUATIONS OF EVERY ATLAS CITIZEN, HUMAN AND FAUNUS ALIKE, BUT ALSO PROVIDED OUR TROOPS WITH THE MOST MODERN HARDWARE IN ALL OF REMNANT.''

''TOGETHER WITH HER STANDS HER FIANCEE JAUNE ARC, MEMBER OF THE LEGENDARY ARC FAMILY, WHO, TOGETHER WITH HIS PARTNER LIE REN HAS BEEN RESPONSIBLE FOR HELPING ME LEAD OUR TROOPS AGAINST THE MISLEAD SOLDIERS WHO CHOSE TO SUPPORT THE COUNCIL!''

''I PROMISE YOU ALL THAT UNDER OUR GUIDANCE ATLAS WILL FLOURISH LIKE IT NEVER HAS BEFORE, IT WILL BE A NEW AGE FOR ATLAS, NO FOR THE ENTIRE WORLD! ALL IS ASK OF YOU IS TO GIVE US THE CHANCE TO PROVE OUR WORDS. LONG LIVE ATLAS!''

No sooner then the broadcast had stopped the soldier occupying the room started cheering loudly.

''LONG LIVE ATLAS! LONG LIVE GENERAL IRONWOOD!''

Looking over the celebrating soldiers Jaune suddenly noticed a soft feeling in his hand. Turning his head he could see that Weiss had softly grabbed it with her own. She just gave him a gentle smile before turning her gaze to the room again. Jaune did the same, a soft smile now occupying his face, everything would work out well, he was sure of it.

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Well, that was not the longest one shot ever but when I suddenly got this idea I just had to write it out, it just seemed so interesting. I am not sure if I managed to bring over my thoughts well but I really hope so.

Now, you might be wondering why I am writing from Jaunes PoV when Weiss is more important to the overall story you might be wondering. Simple, because I prefer it that way, also I like the whole fallen hero(As in, the Hero stops being so idealistic and acts far less heroic, I am not saying that what he, Weiss and Ren did in this ff was necessarily wrong) stuff and with his knight getup and overall attitude he is the closest to a classic idealistic hero asides from Ruby.

Also about the pairing, despite what it might look like Weiss/Jaune is not actually my favorite pairing, it just fit the best for this ff. Not that I have anything against it (obviously) but I usually prefer Jaune/Ruby or Jaune/Yang (well for fics that play after Pyrrhas death). Jaune/Yang is actually something I never really thought about until I read the ff ''Warmth'' and since then I have begun to quite like it.

Edit: I have decided to make it a longer story after all.

Anyways, as always every kind of review is welcome, critic is after all just a way to better oneself.

This story has not been beta read yet.