The Father We Share
Chapter 1: Drowning
Description: Sometimes accidents happen for a reason, whether we want them to or not, but its up to us if we act on what we learn or ignore the truth. When Slade Wilson first met Mary Pepper, it was true love and nothing else, but when he finds out that she's a Wolf Child, instead of leaving like most would in his situation, he accepts it. But as time passes, his lover gets pregnant with beautiful twins! However, after she dies in the process, Slade feels he is unable to care for his two children Richard and Tara. He tries to raise the two by himself for a year, but he's no mother, and soon finds himself caught between losing his kids to the Child Care system or giving his kids to people he can hope will care for his children. So, against his better judgement, he hands Richard over to the Batman and takes Tara to a farm to be raised by farmers without him. Growing angry at the world and resentful, Slade becomes Deathstroke, while his children also grow older and change, no longer being the helpless babies they were before.
When finally ten years old, ironically on the same night, Richard and Tara run away from there respective homes. Richard is Robin, a vigilanty leader of the Teen Titans, while Tara is Terra, a Wolf Child through and through. When Terra comes to Jump City two years later, will she finally find her long lost brother and save there relationship? Will Robin be able to dive out of his depression and learn to deal with the fact that his life is a lie? Will Slade finally find his children, only to find them against all that he has built up in the last twelve years? No one is sure. But one thing is ultimately clear; blood is far thicker then water, and the only way to truly take flight is to soar.
A/N: This has been a long time request from a reviewer for An Angry Mercenary, A Lonely Girl And An Innocent Robin. Well... not completely the request. They asked simply this:
Guest: Make a Teen titans Terra and Robin are brother and Sister and Slade is there Father.
So, how could I resist such an opportunity? Well, I really liked writing I'll Be Fine as well (Which will be done by now) and it involved Slade as Robin's birth father while Robin is a Wolf Child (Genes he inherited from his mother). It seemed to be well liked by alot of people, so I decided to something like that but with Terra and Robin being twins (Yeah, not exactly original, but I LOVE twin stories whether they're fanfiction or actual books). But yes, this will definitely have Slade as there daddy. Please R&R, I want to see if I can get alot of reviews and followers for this story, just because it would be nice and fun. This story is to everyone who's ever watched me or read anything I've done, you're all so special! (I'd write everyone's names, but I haven't even written the story yet)! The song Mother We Share inspired this title by the way for the story! Please oh please review!
PS: Will NOT have Hunters or full moon changes like in I'll Be Fine, normal rules in this meaning that they're both adult wolves by now!
Lyrics of chapter:
What you said I wrote it down,
It won't say, it won't speak the same
Maybe I know better than
To read more than what's written
After everything, after everything.
Left in the sun, shivering.
After everything.
~The Father We Share~
Third Person POV
Rain poured upon Gotham City without any signs of stopping as a young man in a light brown trench coat ran full speed through the storm, carrying with him two small bodies close to his chest. The machine like man ran through alleyways and through busy streets as he struggled to find the masked man he was looking for. If only Bruce had given him better directions of that godforsaken city. Just as Slade finally collapsed on his rear in an alleyway, he was greeted by a tall, bat shaped shadow that loomed over him. Immediately, the two babies began to sob in fear.
"You might want to tone it down, Bruce." Slade warned as he rocked the babies until they calmed down.
"Sorry I'm late, bank robbery downtown." Batman said as he examined the two children. "You know, I could easily take both of them for you, it wouldn't be a problem."
Slade sighed. "I know. But I can't allow both of them to stay together, they might find me again... as a broken man who would let them down. We're lucky as it is that Richard looks enough like you that no one would question adoption."
"True, so, I'm guessing the child with raven hair is Dick?" Bruce asked as he watched the two children with interest. "They're rather young to be leaving you, but I know what you've been through, its for the best."
With that, Slade very cautiously held out Richard, allowing the bat to hold the tiny baby that was wrapped in a baby blue blanket. "Here. I need to go, before Tara starts crying again." He said before disappearing.
As soon as Slade was gone, Batman looked down at the baby, looking into the baby blue eyes that greeted him, full of curiosity and wonder. "It'll be okay now... I'll look after you."
With that, the Batman disappeared into the depths of the night.
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It was only hours later, on the edge of Star City, where a large amount of farms were. Slade hurried with Tara asleep in his arms as he tried to find the right farm. After a few very long minutes, Slade found the man, Jason Brighton, a man known for his strength in the fields and admirable honesty. Jason stepped up to Slade, shaking the mans hand with a smile and grinning at the baby in his arms.
"Is that the girl I've been told about, the wolf kid?" Jason asked as he examined Tara with a tip of his hat.
"Yes, you know to not let her anywhere near Gotham City or Jump City, correct?" Slade asked as he handed Tara to the farmer.
"Course, just keep your end of the bargain, just get my sister from those mafia fellows and I reckon we can take care of this little girl for ya'h." Jason explained as he took Tara in his arms. "We'll take real good care of her, we always wanted to have a daughter back home with my wife. Thanks a million, Mr. Wilson."
With that, Slade left, leaving behind his last blood child.
~The Father We Share~
Terra POV First Person
Its midnight when I finally arrive in the miraculous city of Jump City, California. the wind is cool yet still holds the remaining hints of summer heat from the morning before now. I stand, my skinny frame weak to the elements as I stare at the moon with my bright, blue eyes shining from so much turmoil and exhaustion. I walk down the trail, following my senses as I look for any sign of him. I know that I shouldn't be here alone, I should be back on the farm with my 'parents', but they aren't really my parents. I found out the truth two years ago, I found some old documents with my birth father and birth mothers names on it, but whats more, I found the name of a twin brother. Now, I follow my inner senses to find him, my brother. I search the night until I see the faint light of a large, T shaped building. Finally, after so long, I'll finally find him. My brother.
I hurry to the water edge of the docks, looking at the dark blue water with a touch of fear in my eyes. Getting on my hands and knees, I change into a wolf, as I was born with such a rare and beautiful power, and jump into the cold water, my blonde, fur coat moving elegantly in the breeze from the waves. I go under for a few seconds before emerging, using my legs to try and swim my way to the island the tower resides on. I suppose its too late to turn back, seeing as I'm currently drowning from such huge and poweful waves attacking me. I struggle to stay above water, letting out loud barks into the air, trying to get someone- anyone's attention! Suddenly, I see a bright light coming towards me, but I pass out from exhaustion before I can recognize who's coming.
~The Father We Share~
Robin POV First Person
I awake with a scream as the images flash through my young mind:
Joker has the gun to the innocent woman's head, I try to make a grab for it, but he pulls the trigger on her, making red splash in my vision.
I shake my head, breaking out of the daze, I always have overexerted when it comes to so many things, but if people had seen what I had seen growing up in Gotham... lets just say that NO ONE would blame me for screaming from nightmares some times. I look around, my vision returning to its normal vision as I look around, suddenly feeling uneasy. Somethings... wrong. I've had these feelings for awhile now, my whole life to be perfectly honest. But now adays, the feelings are getting far stronger. I get out of bed, on four legs, then yawn loudly. I rub my head to discover that my wolf ears popped out from my panic, as well as a fluffy tail in my backside and a muzzle coming to my mouth and nose. I shake myself off, making the magic fade as I return to the appearance of a normal child. I stand, my body a bit shaky as I walk to my door, opening it to allow a wave of heat from the towers heating vents running in the hallways to make it less cold at night, while during the day they make it nice and cool. I tell you, nothings better then a bit of cool air or some sunshine for fur, but, most people wouldn't really get that, now would they?
I walk around for a bit, trying to get any sense of peace flowing through my body by assuring myself that my team/pack is alright and so am I. But as more time passes, the feeling only grows until I actually feel pain in my head and a bit in my chest, as if I were drowning almost. I stagger into the kitchen, clutching the counter top as I feel light headed, then heavy headed, then light headed again. The feeling is awful and painful, but I still stay strong, staying steady by holding onto the counter top while panting heavily, my body trying to grow used to the sensations running up my spine and through my brain. Hours seem to pass as I recover, but soon, I feel another wolves presence. Its different from a humans. Its not Raven, she feels more calm and relaxed. Not Beast Boy, he has far more energy and enthusiasm flowing off of him. Not Cyborg, he feels and smells a bit more artificial, but its still unique. Not Starfire, she feels a bit more powerful and has a certain smell make my heart skip a beat. So... who is it?
I swish around, stopping dead in my tracks as I meet bright, blue eyes that stare at me with a certain familiarness that strikes me as odd yet natural all at once. The girl, looking my age and height, clutches her left arm, which has a huge hash from her shoulder that makes blood gush out of it and stream down her arm like water. She has alot of scratches and scars on her, looking ready to die at any moment. I want to help her, but before I can, she smiles with pain in her stance. Her voice is weak yet clear, the words confusing.
"Wake up, Robin." She says, but her voice is Raven's, much to my confusion.
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I awake, this time for real, with a yelp of surprise as I get pushed off of my bed and onto the floor with a loud thump ringing in my ears. "Nice move, man." I hear Cyborg joke, but my eyes are still closed, wanting more sleep. "Look, he ain't even awake yet. Told you pushing him wouldn't work."
"Look, Raven said to get Robin out of bed. We did that, right?" Beast Boy points out. "If he decides to sleep in, that's his deal. Come on, lets get breakfast."
I hear them running across the room, opening and slamming my bedroom door, and leaving me in peace. Sadly, I know that no more sleep will come to me, so I get on my feet, growling under my breath to get paired up with Beast Boy or Cyborg for training today to show them how much I appreciated the wake up call. And by thank them, I mean make them run for there lives. I yawn, almost dazing off again before shaking my head, no, I should really get up anyways. I shower and dress quickly, hurrying into the kitchen only to slam right into Starfire, my best friend (She's also pretty hot to be honest). I blush as I pick myself up, embarrassed to have bumped into her, but she doesn't seem to mind to my thankfulness. Let it also be known now that my whole team is unaware of my... gift. As in, no one, even Beast Boy or Raven, knows that I'm a Wolf Child. Its a hard life, but at least I'm not turning into a werewolf or anything on the full moon, that would SUCK! Oh, right, Starfire is still here, I should probably say something.
"Um... sorry, Starfire." I say, very glad that I have control over my powers. "Didn't see you there... good morning I guess."
Starfire just smiles that heart stopping smile, as if she doesn't know how gorgeous she really is to me and everyone on this planet. "Good mornings to you as well, friend Robin! How is your morning of awakenings?" She asks, her voice innocent and pure from her mouth.
I blush, not knowing what to say other then complete gibberish. "Um... I-er... hi?" I say, still looking like an idiot on the floor here.
She smiles again, hugging me before I stand up, still much shorter then her. "That is well, yes? goodbye for now, friend!"
I pick myself up, walking to the kitchen with my face completely red with embarrassment. What was I even saying back there? Its always been like this with me and girls; they speak English, I speak stupid. Its just a thing that happens, and I hate it so much, it makes me want to howl in frustration! I calm myself, doing breathing exercises Batman taught me as a child. After a few, long minutes, I relax once more from my animal instincts and walk into the kitchen, seeing Beast Boy and Cyborg fighting over what to eat for breakfast while Raven makes her tea, reading a small book while she waits. I go to stand beside her, peering at the book with a tiny smirk, she tenses and holds the book away, sending me a mild glare for looking over her shoulder.
"Hey, Rae! What ya'h reading?" I ask.
Before Raven can answer, the alarm rings, making red and blue flash through the tower. We snap into action, all gathering as Cyborg checks the report, only sighing in relief that its not a SUPER big emergency. "No worries, guys. Its just some weird report, nothing big."
"What is it?" I ask, not caring if its minor or not, someone could still be in danger.
"The report says that some guy and his son were out late last night when they found a nearly drowned wolf at sea, they scooped her up and- oh man..." Cyborg trails off, obviously seeing something new added.
"What?" I ask impatiently.
Cyborg swallows, obviously uncomfortable. "The wolf... changed into a girl." He whispered, taken aback by it all.
~The Father We Share~
To be continued...
A/N: Hows that so far, are you trapped in the web that is WolfChild!Robin yet or do I need to try harder? Please R&R!
~Supercasey.