Nightshade
The night was cold, starless. The bus looked about as inviting as a prison, but it was the only warmth nearby. I picked up my suitcase-not much inside, just a few outfits and a family photo-and boarded it. The driver narrows his eyes at me, and I can't blame him. ''Where to?'' he asks ,suspicion coloring his tone. ''Gotham City.'' I respond, heaving a sigh. Yet another new ''home'' ,another new''family''. I'm sick of it all. I sometimes dream of just disappearing one day,leaving it all behind. But something stops me. Something inside says there's a mission I need to complete.I sink into the seat,wondering if there will ever be a home for me again...a voice startles me out of a deep sleep.''This is Gotham City,kid. '' I yawn and exit the bus, stepping off onto a cracked ,filthy not the best part of town.I stand there for a moment, debating what to do.I pull out the slip of paper with my new ''home''s address. ''Cascades Apartment Complex, 2537 Rue Street.'' I chuckle at the irony.I glance at the nearest street sign, only to see that the name is covered with grime and spray paint. ''Great.''I mutter, wondering how long I have until some psycho puts me out of my insane,high laugh answers my question. Next thing I know,a guy in a purple suit grabs me. His hair is dyed a hideous green,and his eyes are wild and determined. ''He won't risk harming such a pretty face.'' He mutters. I cough. ''Two words, Jester. Mouth wash.''I quip,earning a glare from Joker-only one man dresses this sound echoes nearby-a boy's laugh. A dark shape blocks out the weak morning sun for a moment. I look around to see Robin standing there. ''Let her go,Joker. She's not your type.'' ''No one is his type.''I add,smiling at Joker's laughs.''I hate to cut our little get together short,but I'm late for school.''I state,slipping out of Joker's grip,allowing Robin to knock him out.''Nice. You'll survive at least a few days .''Robin says,smirking.''Please. Joker's about as scary as a bunny rabbit.'' I say in response.