Yay! First fanfic! No flames please. Constructive criticism is welcomed. I hope you like it.

Disclaimer: If I owned Teen Titans, it never would have been canceled. So I don't own Teen Titans.

So Close

Robin's POV

I was so close. But now I'm too late. You're lying on the hospital bed, eyes closed, undamaged everywhere but the inside. I would give anything to get you back. Why? Why did you do it? Why did you save me? We were battling Slade.

I was blind, blind with furry and rage. All I wanted to do was destroy him. I should have known better. I didn't notice the crackling ball of red energy. But you did. You pushed me out of the way. You took the blow. You were on the ground, so near death.

I felt like I had lost everything. I know that I'll never forgive myself. That was the only time our teammates had seen me cry. I was vulnerable. I hate that. Because of my carelessness, you're unconscious. If I simply blink your life might fade away. I will stay here, by your side, until you are well.

I was so close. The words had almost left my mouth. I called your name.

Flashback begins

"Starfire!"

"Yes, friend Robin?"

"Can I say something to you?"

"Of course. What is it you wish to say?"

"Well, I"

*The alarm cuts him off*

"We must hurry Robin! You may tell me later, after we are victorious in battle"

Flashback ends

I love you. That's what I wanted to say. Three little words. But you're too kind, too caring, and you saved my life. I hate you for that. Living without you is worse than death. Raven can tell I'm on the brink of losing my mind. The only reason that I haven't gone mad is because you are still alive. Barely, but the spark of life is still there.

Your chest rises and falls ever so slightly. The doctors don't know how to save you; magic is not their specialty. Raven's magic isn't strong enough. Cyborg doesn't want to risk using Earthly medicine that you may be allergic to. Beast Boy knows nothing about health or hygiene, so he is of no help.

I was so close. No one is cheerful anymore. You were- are –the light in our lives. Even Raven is darker than usual. The team thinks I have been pushing myself too hard. I haven't left our side in a week. But I don't care. I am hoping and praying. But I fear it is too late.

I brush your cheek, ever so softly. Then I did what I have longed to do ever since I met you. I leaned in and kissed you. A teardrop fell on your face. Then I walked to door, grieving for you. Would I ever see your brilliant smile again?

Then I heard a voice. "Robin?" I turned around, disbelieving. Your eyes were open and shining. I ran towards you and embraced you in a hug. "I love you," I said. Finally. Then you said the words I never thought I'd hear. "I love you too." I had you back, and I was never letting go of you again.