Just in it for the lulz. Canon is RWBY.

[fire_and_glass]

You didn't have to go to all this trouble, mundane. If you wanted in, all you had to do was ask. Assuming you have anything to offer.

[.....]

Don't be so hasty. You don't need to know everything just yet, but it will all come out in time.

[.....]

Careful now. I appreciate you letting me come out to play but you're not dealing with the children that normally take up space in your head now.

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[ruby_roses]

Y'know, you have great taste in picking out partners.

[fire_and_glass]

[Oh, it's that adorable little girl from the Dust robbery.]

And what do you know about my partners, hm?

[ruby_roses]

[You mean the adorable little girl that kicked you're henchman's butt and has been a constant thorn in whatever you're trying to do.]

I know that Torchwick can't handle a couple of little girls.

[fire_and_glass]

[Oh dear, she really believes that sticking her nose into a couple of Roman's Dust robberies makes her a thorn. You really don't know what's going on here do you, Ruby?]

I would hardly consider Roman Torchwick a "partner."

[ruby_roses]

[NOT A CLUE! ...She's still fairly certain she's been kicking the evil organization's butt. ...She's kinda naive like that.]

Oh, I consider him your partner. If only because it makes you look more incompetent.

[Griiiiiiiiiiiin.]

[fire_and_glass]

How cute.

[Oh, Ruby, you're barely even on the radar.]

And you are...?

[ruby_roses]

Ruby Rose. Leader of team RWBY. I helped Huntress Glynda kick your butt.

[That's not exactly how it happened... but still.]

[fire_and_glass]

[She's not even going to validate that with a response. Count yourself lucky that escape was the priority that day.]

Rose...?

[There may or may not be a glint of recognition in her eyes at the name. Either way, Cinder looks thoughtfully at Ruby.]

Hmm....

[Welcome to the radar.]

[ruby_roses]

[Ruby just rolls her eyes.]

Oh don't go giving my mun more fuel to the theory fire. It's bad enough he has several scenarios playing out in his head trying to figure out how my mom died. Don't even think about giving him more reason to do that.

[fire_and_glass]

[Adding fuel to the fire. Good one.]

I wouldn't dream of it.

[And Cinder doesn't quite smile.]

But you and your friends should be more careful about what you get yourselves into. Before you really do become a thorn in my side.

[ruby_roses]

[She's been hanging around Dick Grayson too much. Blame him.]

We could... but what would a Rose be without its thorns?

[Have an uber-determined face.]

[fire_and_glass]

[That actually makes her laugh. A very hollow laugh.]

Suit yourself, but even the sharpest thorns won't save a rose from being plucked.

[ruby_roses]

Yeah, good luck. You'll need it, considering you're going up against the best team of huntresses Beacon's ever seen.

[fire_and_glass]

[Oh, Ruby Rose, you are just providing Cinder no end of amusement.]

Am I? I had better be worried then.

[She's not worried at all.]

Who would have thought this would happen when I decided to make new icons.

[roman_candle]

I was wondering when you would decide to turn up.

It was starting to get a little dull playing with the kidletts all by lonesome.

I'd say I have good timing but I just fell asleep for a few hours right after you posted so....

[fire_and_glass]

Well, I was starting to get curious about what was causing you so much trouble, Roman.

I have to say... I'm not impressed so far.

Nonsense. Your timing was just on cool down after the last time.

[roman_candle]

Ouch.

[Right in his professional pride.]

I wouldn't call it "causing me trouble," it's more like a few minor hiccups here and there.

Just give me a little more time and I'll deliver the results your expecting.

Sounds fair enough.

[fire_and_glass]

[Ah, Roman, even if you are falling behind a little you're still good for a laugh every now and then.]

I do hope so. [A few sparks dance around her fingertips.] You know how much I hate falling behind schedule.

[roman_candle]

[He prides himself in that.]

You've made it clear a few times in the past, but given recent circumstances I can't say that I'm not due for a gentle reminder.

Trust me, next time things will go down without a hitch, whether kids get in the way or not.

[fire_and_glass]

Consider yourself reminded.

[He still had time to catch up. These setbacks weren't too severe just yet.]

Good. I'd hate to have to step in and handle things myself.

[Or send Cleo or Marcus to do that for her, but she didn't think Torchwick would enjoy that much more.]

[roman_candle]

Now now now, There won't be any need for that just yet.

You'll have your dust soon enough, I have a lead on another big shipment, so just tight and before you know it you'll be practically rolling in the stuff.

[fire_and_glass]

I look forward to it.

[That's what she wanted to hear. Roman's job was just one part of a much larger plan, but she had contracted him for it precisely because she'd wanted somebody capable of acting on his own without the need for supervision.]

Just keep up your end of the agreement and soon enough you'll have everything you ever wanted, and more.

[roman_candle]

Oh I will, trust me, I have a nice little wish list written up for when these jobs finally pay off.

[fire_and_glass]

[A small chuckle. Too easy...]

I'm sure that you do.

[monkeystowaway]

So you are the lady that holds that Torchwick guy's leash.

[fire_and_glass]

[Ah, another of the children comes out to play.]

You might say that.

[The promise of wealth and power was an effective leash after all.]