-Hey, mama. What did you want to talk about that you did not want nobody to hear?
-I just wanted alone time with my Beastie. Is that okay?
-You know it! You know I will always have time for my mama. That's what's up.
-Sit down with me. Relax!
-Okay!
-Comfortable?
-I am. Thanks. What is this stuff looming around in your room?
-Just a potion to keep us relaxed. Also, keeps sounds away from the others to hear.
-I know I am not the sharpest knife that goes into place where knives go.
-Haha! Such a gullible green goblin. And I love you for it.
-I love you, too, mama!
-Anyway, I had called you here because I wanted us to have a little celebration.
-A little celebration. Don't tell me? Did Robin finally give up on the chances of Starfire?
-No!
-Cyborg is getting ready for my upcoming birthday party?
-Of course not! Beside your birthday isn't for another ten months. And if anyone is planning it, it is gonna be me.
-I like that, mama. Any surprises for me. I want to know. I promise to be a good boy to keep quiet.
-Not now, BB. Good things "come" to those who wait.
-Okay, Rae Rae.
-Good. You still have no idea on why we are having a little celebration?
-Mama, I have no idea.
-Uhh, we are celebrating our four month anniversary as a couple.
-Is that all?
-IS THAT ALL?
-When I meant to say is that all. I was saying that…. I was saying that….
-Relax, Beastie, I was messing. I knew you were going to forget. That is why I have it scrawled on your forehead last night.
-What are talking…. Oh, I see it. "Do not forget about you and Rae Rae's anniversary, you stupid klutz. Aww, mama, that is so sweet. Why did you call me stupid?
-I never said it was a bad thing.
-C'mon, I try my hardest to be smarterer everyday. For you and for the Titans. I want you to know that I am not just Beast Boy. I am not just Garfield Logan. I am a man. And as a man, I want to have that respect.
-Whoa, cowboy. Where is that coming from?
-I told you, mama. I had the time to think.
-You think?
-Aww, no way. Really? Yes, I think. I think about us. About the Titans. About the future. There is more to the world than just the Tower. More to the world than Jump City.
-You have been thinking. Kinda sexy if you ask me.
-Told you I can be smart. Anyway I am happy to be your man. I am happy that you can accept me for who I am. I might be a bumbling green beast. But, I am your bumbling green beast.
-Yes you are, you wonderful, but gullible goblin.
-I love you.
-I love you, Beastie.
-So, why are we alone again?
-A request.
-Request.
-Yes, a request.
-Okay, I am all ears.
-You have enough for me, you, and the others.
-What was that, Rae?
-Nothing, nothing. Anyway, we have been together for these few months. I have really enjoyed the time we have spent together.
-Me too, mama. We had our ups and downs.
-Like the time you made "our song" and exposed it to the world without my permission.
-How many times you have to say that. I said I was sorry. I can't help but to fiddle. It is my nature.
-So much so that you were fiddling in the doghouse for quite some time. Any longer, you would have fiddling more than your thumbs. If you know what I mean.
-I rather not think about it. Aside for being the daughter of Trigon. Darkness is beyond the literal sense.
-Well, look at you observing, Beastie.
-What can I say?
-Or the time I dated Aqualad to make you jealous.
-Oh my God, don't remind me again. I wanted to hurt that damned pirate.
-Language, Beastie. Children could be reading this.
-Relax, mama. This story is a figment of the writer's imagination. We can do whatever the hell we want. It's his story and we are just characters in his world.
-Got a good point, but let's get back to this. I loved when it had made you jealous.
-I defend my woman to the end. No man or woman or beast is going to have you.
-You can relax. You are mine and mine alone.
-Are you sure?
-Positive. Let's kiss on it.
-Okay. By the way, that was a great kiss.
-Thanks. Learned from practicing better with you.
-Aren't you sweet.
-Hahaha! So, quit distracting me. There is a point why I have called you here.
-Besides our anniversary and having some alone time?
-Yes. I am enjoying you. I am enjoying this relationship. But.
-But? What's the matter, dear. Is it something I did? What did I do? I promise to make it up to you.
-No, no. You did nothing wrong (out of the ordinary). It is just. It is just.
-Answer me, mama. I am all ears.
-It is just do you think sometimes a traditional relationship is boring?
-I have never thought or called our relationship to be boring. Let alone traditional. I mean I am a mutant and you are the daughter of Satan, I mean, Trigon. How traditional can you get?
-What I am saying is….
-Let me speak for a second. I think about the countless times I stuck my neck out for you, to profess my love. I have crushed by your spells, by your demon tooth, by your lovely hands, and by the abuse of your tongue. And I might add, that tongue of yours brings quite a spice.
-Charming.
-So, we are not traditional. But I can't say we are boring either, mama.
-Maybe I looked at the word "traditional" under the foundation of a regular person. I mean, we are superheros. We should find some excitement in our romance.
-Fighting crime in a sense?
-Not that. Partner duos like Wonder Woman and Batman or Wonder Woman and Superman. Whomever she decides to shags with first.
-She is so tough that she is not allowed to be a lesbian.
-She does have a body. Very nice frame. If I were into girls.
-Relax. I sort of knew it after Rose Wilson. Sometimes I wonder….
-Yeah. I just want more excitement for us. To enhance the relationship. To build us to become a dynamic duo.
-Okay, hit me with it.
-I won't do it unless you agree with it.
-Then, how can I agree if you won't explain.
-Do you trust me?
-Of course, mama.
-Then accept this request.
-Raven.
-Agree.
-Rachel
-Agree.
-I have to agree.
-Yes, Garfield, agree. This will show that we can be one. Do you want us to be together forever?
-More than you know it.
-Okay then. Listen to me as we are getting soothed by the aroma of the enticing, enchanting spell.
-Okay.
-Take a deep breath.
-Okay.
-Good! Tomorrow, leave the Titan Tower and go to the subway station down the street from Mother Mae-Eye's Pie shop.
-Mother Mae-Eye's. Down the street on the subway. Got it.
-Go down to the subway and take the L train.
-Which direction?
-Northbound to the outskirts. Be there at 5 o'clock.
-Isn't that the rush hour?
-So it is. Is that a problem?
-No problem. Just making observation is all.
-All right, take another deep breath. Allow the spell to calm you down a touch.
-Yes, mama. You know this stuff is making me feel good.
-When you take the Northbound L train, wait for further instruction.
-That's it?
-I thought that you trust me.
-Okay, Rae Rae.
-Now, let's relax and let the spell takes us away.
According to the Titan Alert, I am a few minutes early from the arrival of the L train. I have ever have to ride the subway. Why shouldn't I? I am a mutant. I could have flown to any place at any time. But when you are a boyfriend, the position of superhero comes second.
I watch the strangers come and go. Going from one destination to the next. To be honest, I have never take the time to observe my surroundings. I am always on the go. From fighting crime to eating pie with my best friend, Cyborg.
None of which is going to happen today. I can't observe any further. My train has arrived.
According to the schedule before I descended downstairs, the L train goes to three stops before the end of the line. Each stop being 15 minutes. So, I have at least an hour of whatever Raven has prepared what is in store for me.
I shouldn't be surprised. The logical, mystical mind of Raven is always at work. The daughter of Trigon. The descendant of Azarath is prone to do things unsuspecting. But, nonetheless, that is my girl and I do whatever she does.
Because it is for us. Right? Right?
Honestly, I wanted to say more, but I was hypnotized by the dark river of silk that is her hair. The waves of purple glimmering beside the candle in the room bought such beauty. Especially in her eyes. We shared another kiss after we had spoken.
She was right. No one heard us. They did not even know we were still at the tower.
She whispered in my ear saying that she did another spell, just in case.
Raven, Raven, Raven.
The L Train, northbound for North Jump Beach, is now boarding.
There is my ride. The doors open like something that is freshly sealed. Sounds at least for the scent of it compares to my bedroom. Amazing on having a reminder gives you second thoughts.
Never once did Raven sleep with me in my room. We have slept in hers. Many nights we have, many nights.
The train becomes compacted like sardines. The five o'clock hour, or the rush hour, at its finest. Knowing to be a gentleman, I gave my seat to another person. She gives me a smile before I stand. Finding it interesting to take a train, I have decided to get a window's view. I come to the front where the doors are to get a view.
Quite a while for me to do something alone. It feels weird. Normally I am eating pizza or playing video games with Cyborg. Sometimes, I annoy Robin for the hell of it. I mean, he is a good guy, but he is an easy read. Or other moments where me and Starfire just sit outside and relax. We never talk, we just relax.
Or when I am with Raven….
Someone wraps their hand around me. The brown glove envelops my mouth, promoting silence. I am trying to move, trying to speak, but I feel something sharp on the back of neck.
Their hot breath lingers around me. I am surprised. I have never been this off-guarded before.
The captor speaks.
"Don't you dare move," says the voice. The voice is distorted. Unable to tell if it is male or female.
I want to transform, but I don't want to make a scene. For at this time, this superhero is now a civilian under the hands of the captor.
"Don't turn around unless you want pain," says the voice, reminding of the sharpness behind my neck.
The distorted voice captor hovers over me. I can't see who it is. I try to keep my composure. That is all that I have. However, my ego is telling me otherwise.
"It is okay if I can call you, Mister Captor, bra," I ask him with a hint of sarcasm.
"Call me whatever you want me to be. Call me God," says the distorted voice.
I sort of chuckle. I remembered. This must be the thing that Raven told me yesterday. I crack a smile and become relaxed.
"So, you have me under your spell," I say to the voice. "What are you gonna do to me. Keep me hostage? Alert the Titans? What so are you evil plans? Oh distorted voice ma'am sir?"
"Funny man, aren't you," says the voice. They nudge closer. I am being pressed against the window. I am feeling uncomfortable. I didn't think Raven could be so rambunctious.
I try to turn around, but the distorted captor grabs me and hits me against the window. This isn't my type of play, Rae. You are getting kind of rough.
"Who gave you permission to fucking move," says the distorted captor.
"Look, Raven," I tell her. "If this is some kind of game to enhance our romance, I am not for it. There are other ways."
"Who in the hell is this Raven," asks the distorted captor.
Really, I tell myself. I didn't think Raven is much of an actress. She is taking this role seriously. I have decided not to cause any disturbance and play this off until the next stop.
A few minutes later, we have arrived at our next stop.
The L Train has arrived to North Jump Beach Please exit the double doors. Don't forget your items. The next stop is Barter Town.
As I try to make my leave, the distorted captor grabs me by my shoulder. When I try to turn around, the sharpness of the weapon pierces my back. I let out a sound, but quickly covered. To my surprise, I try to see why no one is seeing this? Someone has to know. Then I realized that this captor is no ordinary person.
I have concluded that this has to be Raven.
"Listen, Raven," I say calmly. "I know you want examples of excitement, but this is scaring me."
I know the moment I have said that, the smile spread on their face.
"Scared," says the distorted captor. "Yummy."
My stomach begins to churn.
"Beast Boy," says the voice.
I look up. My eyes become widened. In front of me was Raven.
"Where are you, Beast Boy," says Raven.
I try to reach out, but quickly bounded by the captor.
The L Train, northbound for Barter Town, is now departing.