Author's Note: This is my take on Raven learning new things after the fall of Trigon with the help of Robin. This is my first story, so there will be some mistakes. I do appreciate some constructive criticism along as there are no flames. Also, Raven looks more like her comic charater than the cartoon verson. This isn't going to be a chaptered story, so each chapter may not be related,but each moment may mentioned in a different chapter. I honestly can't see Raven or Robin just all of a sudden falling in love. Those these chapters they start to fall in love from the help of the lessons. I've been using quotes to get inspiration so if you have any quotes or lessons leave it in a review, it'll be appreciated.

Disclaimer: I don't own Robin, Raven, or any of Teen Titans, they belong to DC Comics. Also, not Winnie the Pooh, Disney's got him.

'Blah' - Inner Thoughts

Lessons

Chapter One:

Opening up

"Promise me you'll always remember: You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."

Christopher Robin to Pooh bear

A. A. Milne

"Thought everyone was sleeping by now" the voice of the Titans' fearless leader echoed though the nighttime silence. 'What is she doing up?'

"Apparently not if you're still up" quipped Raven sitting on the rooftop looking towards the city. 'Is it really over?' Almost happy to be distracted from her thoughts, she turns and faces him. "What are you doing up this late?"

"One could say this is early" he started, but seeing feeling her glare he replied "I could ask you the same thing." Looking to see her, he was faced with the death glare. "Probably too hipped up on adrenaline to sleep." 'Teaming up with Slade, Slade to save you, Raven was worth it. She did it, she defeated Trigon.' "So you're awake because?"

Looking unsure and dreading where this conversation was going Raven replied "Thinking." 'Please don't ask me more' Giving Robin a hint so he wouldn't ask anymore she turned away looking back out to the city.

Robin looked at her, well try to, but no matter how intensely he stared at the introvert, she wouldn't turn to face him. He knew today was such a monumental day for everyone, but especially for her. Robin wanted to talk, but he knew Raven wasn't ready to from the way she avoided his gaze. Not having to use his detective skills, he had some ideas what was plaguing her thoughts. This whole situation took the introvert out from her comfort zone. Finally he decided to sit down next to her hoping maybe she would talk.

"Really Boy Wonder, I'm just thinking. There is no reason to stare, I'm not hiding anything else from you."

"I don't think that you're hiding anything, but I do want to make sure your are okay. It's been a tough day on everyone, especially you." he sighed. 'Why can't she just let people in? Me in? We've been though the worst together, today I braved the pits of Hell for her. Does she not know that I would never judge her?' Shifting back to lean on his arms, he tried to get comfortable thinking that this might take a lone time. 'She doesn't want to talk about it, so how can I show her I'm here for her?... Meditation?... That is kinda a solo type of thing, plus I don't want to reflect on past mistakes. Well, Raven likes reading. Yeah Dick, perfect lets go sit and read next to each other with the loud three musketeers. Maybe something simple. I could go and make her some tea, only that Alfred used to make tea for me at the manor.' Robin could wait for her, he would wait for her to talk. Between Raven saving him when he had hallucinations because of Slade and now he himself saving her from Hell, they would save each other no matter the cost. Robin knew maybe that just sitting with her would be enough. 'She'll talk when she's ready.'

Raven could see that the Boy Blunder didn't look comfortable. Though she would never admit it, there was something nice about just sitting with Robin. "Really Robin, there is nothing to worry about, I just have some thoughts floating around." Trying to ease his discomfort, she faced him and give him the minuscule smile to which he flashed a grin back. Her efforts were worth it because he relaxed and laid down atop of the roof staring at the stars. She raised an eyebrow at his prone figure. 'What in nine layers of Hell is he doing?'

'It's nice that she's trying to express emotions that she wouldn't allow herself to before.' Seeing her eyebrow almost residing in her widows peak he asked her "Come on Rae, stargaze with me." 'Hook' The deadpan look he got made him break out in a smile. "Bet you never just relaxed and stared up at the stars.' Line' Come on Rae, it will take your mind off of things." 'Sinker' Laying down next him in her graceful way, Robin couldn't help watching. 'Maybe if I talk it will help.' "I could never star graze in Gotham. It's really not a Bat approved activity, especially when the night is spent for patrolling. But, I used to stargaze a lot back when I was at the circus with my Mamă and Tată. They would tell me different stories like Iovan Iorgovan, which is practically the story of Hercules. So whenever I get a chance to relax I layout on the rooftop and just stare at the stars remembering story time under the stars."

Robin just laid there, just like he didn't just tell her a treasured memory of his tragic past. 'Mamă? Tată?' He could see the confusion in her stare. "I'm Romani. Seriously Rae, traveling circus. Don't act so surprised." Trying to play off the fact that he was letting her in, letting her know him, he smirked. "Awwh Rae Rae don't try to act like you haven't thought of what my life was like before the Titans." The disbelieving look she sent his way followed by a murmured don't call me Rae Rae with a little tint of pink was the only reaction he got. 'She totally had thought about it. He breathed a chuchle, but then let out a small sigh. 'At least she doesn't look as troubled .'

A comfortable silence enveloped the two stargazers. While Robin was content for the time being, Raven was still thinking hard. 'Why would he tell me those things? I knew about the circus, but why tell me something he treasures.' She gave him a sidelong glance. He looked perfectly content just laying there even after bring up something so emotional for him. 'How does he do it? Robin is so relaxed. Could it be that easy?' "Did you know my mother died?" Raven looked horrified as she blurted that out. Robin turned and faced her giving a small sad smile. She knew it wasn't any type of pity. "She died trying to save me, Trigon tried to come and take me to his dimension of Hell so he could train me." Getting a far away look on her face as she stared at the stars letting the silence surround them.

Robin tried not to look surprised that the introvert opened up to him, even just with that small bit of information. He knew how hard it was to lose his parents, but he couldn't imagine how it was for Raven. Having Trigon for a father was probably hard enough for her, but having her Mother try to save her from him. 'How much does she have to go through?' This was one of the many times he wish he could just hold her and tell her everything would be alright. Robin settled for sliding his hand over hers and giving it a squeezed.

This startled her and she turned to face him giving him a sad turn of her lips. "She really wasn't suppose to be allowed to spend time with me. The monks thought that it was best that I had no emotional attachment to her." Sighing Raven turned back to the twinkling stars. Feeling Robin's distraught 'And is that anger?' she in turn gave his hand a squeeze trying to comfort him. "Arella was heartbroken when Azar told her that. But after a few days of seeing how I needed my mother, Azar let her in to comfort me."

Robin was relieved, he couldn't be more thankful that she was sharing her memories and her sorrows with him. 'I can't believe Raven trust me so much to open up like this. She's probably never told anyone this.' He was more than content that she was finally letting someone in. 'Or is it because she's letting you in.' He shook his head clean of that thought only to have Raven once again break the silence.

"She used to read me Winnie the Pooh of all things." Shaking her head, a small smile gracing her face. "Her voice was soft and melodic as she sang to me about that silly stuffed bear." Raven's voice had such a soft affectionate tone to it, something that amazed Boy Wonder. He realized he wouldn't mind if she talked to him like that.

"Winnie the Pooh?" He asked. "Out of all the things I thought that you could have been read as a child, I think that's the last one on the list." Robin tried to give her an out, he knew how hard it was to tell people private memories that one holds dear. Though he was happy she was telling him her story, he didn't want to feel like she had to tell him everything.

'What is it with Robin that I tell him things I don't want to. If he never said anything about his family I probably wouldn't be saying this.' She tried to get angry at him, but couldn't. 'But, it feels nice to talk about it, to share with someone who understands.' Facing him Raven told him "It was the only thing she took when she left."

Raven didn't need to be an empathetic to read the confusion in his masked eyes. "Let's just say she didn't have the best home life either. The only thing that matter to her was that Winnie the Pooh book." Nodding his head, she knew he wouldn't ask. Raven was thankful for that.

Seeing that dawn was starting to break, Raven decided that they should try to get some rest as little as it would be. Getting up she notice Robin didn't let go of her hand. Raising an eyebrow and tilting her head in question.

"You know, your Mother would have been really proud of you Raven." He gave her one of the most genuine smiles she ever saw grace his face. "Not one did you save the whole world, you beat Trigon. He's been trying to destroy your whole life and you stood up to him, taking him down." Robin gave her hand another squeeze before letting go.

"He's gone Rae, you don't have to worry anymore." She was shocked, but her former training kicked in and didn't show it. 'How did he know'? Was it that oblivious?'

"Even if Trigon found a way back, we would beat him again. Together." Fearless Leader indeed she thought.

"I know, but just like kids know there is no monster under the bed, that little nagging feeling of fear is there. Besides, knowing and believing are two different things, Robin. But, I'm starting to believe that everything might be okay." Giving him a small tip up of the lip "Thank you Robin." She spoke it in such a heartfelt way he couldn't help back smile back. They enjoyed the end of the sunrise before she started to leave.

As she walked to the door, heading inside his voice stopped her in her tracks."Then what are you still worried about?" The only sign that told him she was thinking of answering him was the tilting of her head.

"How am I going to start living" was all Raven replied as she open the door and entered the building. Leaving Robin to his thoughts as she closed the door.

'What could she have meant saying that?... Start living?' He sat back down on the roof staring out to the waking city. 'Well, she always hid her emotions to protect others. Almost like she lived in a glass house, being able to experience things, but not letting others too close or it will crack and break.' A smile crept across the Boy Wonder's face, maybe helping her experience new things could be a help for them both.

Author's Note: I try to google Romian/Romani information on google, but it didn't end so well. If there are any problems let me know and I'll try to fix it. Raven's background is going to mix the comics, with the cartoons, and my head cannons. Once again, leave a quote/lyrics or lesson that Robin can teach Raven, or one they can learn together.