Pov 3 person
In that moment , from the Qrow perspective time seemed to stop , only to move him to the future after he woke up . In reality however, that was not the case for the world . Time flowed normally , and unknown when , the two hours went by . Although for Qrow's it seemed to pass in the blink of an eye .
At this time , Tai opened the door . With a tired look on his face and full shopping bags in his hands , he entered the house . Closing the door behind him with the hill of his foot , Tai headed for the kitchen . Of course , on his way to the kitchen he saw Qrow lying asleep on the couch in front of the screen , on which advertisements were playing .
On the Qrow's lap lay Zwej . The half-sleeping dog surprisingly did not go into a frenzy at the sight of his owner . It was as if Zwej understood that Qrow was asleep and he should not wake him up. Clearly the dog had a good amount of empathy and understanding . Even though he seemed to have no higher level of intelligence .
Despite this , it did not stop the dog from quietly jumping down to the floor and going to his master . The dog's overt excitement was clear in his movements . Nevertheless, Zwej did not bark , he only whimpered a few times in an attempt to contain his emotions .
Of course Tai did not refuse to greet him , despite his busy hands . He put down one bag and pet the dog , who standing on his short back legs , ouncing slightly on them . While his front paws supported him on Tai's leg .
As for Qrow . Seeing him in such a state , Tai decided not to wake him . After all , Tai knew that Qrow on this stormy night had to suddenly visit Ozpin who suddenly called . This took away from this old Qrow his sleep as well as his well-deserved rest .
So Tai let Qrow sleep for a while longer , although the position in which he slept would certainly bring pain to his neck . However, it was no longer something that Tai could change . Qrow has been sleeping like this for some time and so to do something now would be pointless as well as requiring Qrow to wake up .
So leaving Qrow alone with his sleep . Tai went to unpack the groceries . Being already in the kitchen , he heated dinner from the refrigerator . Then he quickly checked on Yang , giving her heated dinner while doing so .
Only after all of this was done , Tai decided to wake Qrow . First , however , Tai rushed back again into the kitchen , where he took the beer out of the fridge and took dinner for himself and Qrow . He then returned with the food and beer to the living room . Where Tai put two bowls of food on the table in front of the couch .
??? : " Now you really look like an old alcoholic , you old Qrow . "
Said Tai , tapping the sleeping Qrow on the cheek with a cold beer . Feeling this Qrow opened his eyes . And the first thing he felt was stiffness and pain in his neck . His head was all the time slumped back , lying on the headboard od the couch . Now Qrow really felt his age .
But seeing the beer in Tai's hands and the food lying on the table in front of the couch . Qrow ignored the pain and tilted his head left and right mi With this unhealthy movement , Qrow stretch his muscles and he managed to get a satisfying crack out of his neck . Not very healthy , but that's how his whole life has been , unhealthy.
Qrow : " Not only do I look but I also feel this way . Nonetheless I don't complain . After all, I'm in better shape than anyone my age anyway . "
Said Qrow stretching , after which he sat down properly on the couch and took a beer in his hand .
Tai : " So What is going on ? You ran out in the middle of the night and now you look like ..... ? Well defeated . Do you have to go on a trip again ? Or is there something so bad going on that even you are already giving up ? "
Asked Tai , reading Qrow's mood just after only a single glance at him . And as Tai spoke he sat down on the couch next to Qrow and calmly opened his beer . Qrow , only looked at his friend , not surprised that he was being read out .
It was obvious to Qrow that Tai would read him . He was not stupid enough to believe that Tai would not notice anything after so many years of living together . Besides , the argument between him and Ozpin , left him with a resentment so strong that it was just hard to hide it .
If Tai hadn't noticed that something is wrong , Qrow might have mistaken him for some stranger disguised as Tai. However , just because Qrow knew it , doesn't mean he would like to talk about it . His thoughts would better remain only his . That's why Qrow decided to skip it and answer only the first question instead .
Qrow : " Did you hear about what happened last night in Vale ? "
Asked Qrow , as he open his beer . Hearing this , however , Tai raised an eyebrow at Qrow's unspecified question . Question which should also be the answer for his question .
After all , there are a thousand things happening in Vale every day . Vale is a big city . However , sometimes there are situations that even in a huge place like Vale , pierce through the noise of the city to the ears of all . So after a quick thought , the idea came to Tai by itself without the need for Qrow's answer .
Tai : " Is it's about that media-publicized case of the fight between two teams of Atals hunters, which ends in the death of almost two teams ? The one that took place last night ? "
Asked an uncertain Tai , and Qrow nodded . After which he tilted the beer can taking a big gulp from it .
Tai : " Couldn't you say it straight ? ...... But yes , I heard . It's impossible not to hear about it when the media has been talking about it since morning . But , I did not have time to focus on it and so the details may have escaped me . However , is that why you left so quickly yesterday ? "
Tai : " So ..... will you tell me what it is about ? The matter can not be as simple as the unfortunate fight between two teams of hunters . The media says that the hunters killed each other , however looking at the involvement of you and Ozpin ...... I have a feeling that this is copletely not what happened . Because if it was, Ozpin would have taken care of it himself . "
Said Tai , while he pick up the food from the table in front of him and beginning to eat it .
Tai : " So ? Who got rid of Atals people ? Was it the pawns who made the move ...... "
Asked Tai cautiously , and the moment he said this the mood immediately became much heavier . However, Qrow immediately shook his head , calming the mood .
Qrow : " No , it is worse . It was the crush of our Yang who killed these guys ."
Said Qrow , causing Tai to freeze in the middle of taking a spoon into his mouth . Then with his mouth still open , Tai looked at Qrow hoping that he was joking .
Qrow : " Lappland is Lappy our terrorist . Our missing wolf . Ozpin and I are rather sure of that . Some new information has leaked out and everything seems to match . And now our Lappland had an altercation with some racist atlas hunters . And you already know the end of this dispute . "
Said Qrow , without wrapping it in pretty words . They had confirmation . Not suspicion but practically certainty . Before that they could still argue about it . Have uncertainty , suspicion . But now , Tai had the certainty. .His daughter befriended a terrorist . And apparently she is captivated by her .
Tai : " Damn it..... Yang . You and your luck . "
Said Tai no longer sure what to do with this daughter of his . Putting the food bowl back on the table , he rubbed the root of his nose feeling a headache coming on .
Qrow : " But don't worry , the girl was just a victim in this situation . Exaggerated self-defense , but well it's still self-defense . This group was a bunch of really hardcore racists .... Ozpin hid the matter in order not to cause more porblems with Atlas and to help the girl , who only defended herself . "
Said Qrow , admitting that Ozpin committed a crime , by hiding the truth , which helped the killer and the terrorist . However, neither Tai nor Qrow cared about it . Both of them already knew how it works . Besides, Tai had a bigger worry on his mind .
Qrow : " The media is rumbling just to set the narrative . Ozpin made sure no one would say anything different . Even if there are inaccuracies on the story that someone will notice . Most will follow the mainstream anyway . "
Said Qrow , finally putting down the empty can to take a bowl of food from the table in front of the couch .
Qrow : " However, no one should overthink it too much . At most the Atlas council might have questions ..... They can be really precise when it comes to the death of their hunters. "
Said Qrow , adding at the end words spiced with a slight sarcasm and venom . And after hearing these few key words , Taj immediately understood that Qrow's mood may not have nothing to do with the news about the white wolf , but it is more about Atlas itself .
But Tai did not take a stab at this sensitive topic . Both had similar opinions on the matter . However, it was the minor disagreements in there opinions that could lead to an argument . And the last thing Tai wanted was an argument . So without pressure , when Qrow want to talk to him , Tai will listen.
Tai : " So all in all, in the Lappland case, nothing came out that we didn't already suspect ourselves . But , at least now we have certainty. "
Said Tai , even more tired .
Qrow : " Despite everything you just learned , you are quite calm . Strangely calm . "
Said a slightly puzzled Qrow . Knowing his friend and knowing his overprotectiveness , his lack of reaction to the news seemed rather strange
Tai : " We talked about it , didn't we ? Yang wanted to meet this girl anyway . You can see that she really likes her . Yang really looks happy . "
Said Tai with a slight smile , covering his anxiety .
Tai : " We will forbid Yang to meet her and she will rebel and run away . She is almost eighteen so I won't be able to control her for too long either . You also wanted to give Yang some freedom . And give Lappland a chance . "
Said Tai , surrendering to fate . However, his will to protect his daughter has not disappeared . It simply changed its form a little .
Tai : " My meddling and holding back Yang , will not help . As for the fact that we now know for sure that this girl is a terrorist ? It's hard for me to give an opinion when you so suddenly threw it on me , but well at least we know what to expect ."
Said Tai accepting everything that was happening . Which surprised Qrow a little but Tai was right , no matter what , Yang was planning to meet with Lappland anyway .
Tai : " I am willing to give anyone a chance . Even the Terrorist . I don't know this girl , I don't know her motivation orhistory . And so I can't say anything about her . And although I am concerned about the many terrible things she has done . It's one yamg decision what to do about it . Therefore I only ask you to tell her the truth with details . She will listen to you . And then she will decide ."
Said Tai , and Qrow was silent listening to Tai's decision . He did not refuse , did not argue . Because perhaps , Tai's decision was most fair to Yang .
Tai : " I doubt that it will stop her . That's why I hope Yang will find what she was looking for , or get a lesson that I hope she won't feel too badly . I will be here , regardless of her decision I will guide and advise her . But I trust you to keep Yang safe and not drag her into any of Ozpin's games ."
Said Tai with a little concern , throwing a blant and sharp hint at the end . He knew that Ozpin was involved again . There is no option that he will lose interest in Lappland . Now that she has returned from the dead , Ozpin has turned his eyes on her again .
Qrow : " Ozpin just want to monitor her . So I can observe Yang and watch the girl at the same time . Don't worry Yang will be safe ."
Said Qrow in a calm tone , finishing eating . There was certainty in his words . And it was enough for Tai .
Qrow : " And now we go to Yang to tell her everything . And then help this girl fix the disaster that her irresponsible drinking made . "
Said Qrow , making Tai sour at the thought of his daughter vomiting on someone .
Tai : " I can't believe I'm doing this " .
Said Tai closing his eyes and taking a deep breath .
Qrow : " Which part ? Fixing the situation where Yang vomiting on her crush , or actually supporting Yang in her efforts to get the girlfriend ? "
Asked an amused Qrow gaining a murderous look from Tai, look which softened the next moment .
Tai : " I will not force you to say what is bothering you . But know that you are not the only one who is frustrated with Iroonwod and Atlas . I was there too . "
Tai said, smiling slightly at Qrow . Letting his friend know that he has noticed it too .
Qrow : "You know . Sometimes there may be things I don't want to talk about . "
Said Qrow looking Tai in the eyes while calmly patting Tai's hand , which rested on his shoulder .
Tai : " I know ...... That's why I don't pursue you . "