Not So Beach Day

Raven hated being sick. Especially on beautiful sunny days that she could be spending on the beach with her friends. Sure, she wasn't much of the "go neck deep into the ocean" type of girl, but she did enjoy laying out under the sun with a good book. Then occasionally if it got ridiculously hot, she'd make an appearance in the water. But no. Today of all days, she was sick. So sick that she couldn't even focus on the tiny words on one of the many pages of her new book.

She sighed as she closed the book, accepting that she wouldn't get much reading done today. Today was one of the first days of summer and the crime rate had been surprisingly low in Jump City. The titans had planned a beach day the other day at Starfire's request. Something about how "the fresh air and the shine of the sun will do us some good". No one could fight with that logic. Then of course after she brought it up Beastboy and Cyborg were all for it. After all, those two were up for anything.

Robin had taken some convincing, but not because he didn't want to. He was just concerned about being able to protect the city. After consistent whining and batted eyelashes, Boy Wonder had finally agreed that a beach day was a great idea.

Now it was near 11:00am and Raven was sure her team had already been on their way out. She never slept late, but this morning she felt especially tired. She clearly remembered her team coming up to get her a while earlier.

"Raaaaaven, it's time to go!"

"Yeah, come on Raven, we want to beat the crowds."

"It will be the fun, Raven!"

She sighed from her bed as she cracked the door of her room open enough to see Beastboy, Robin, and Starfire. They were all already clad in their bathing suits. She suspected that Cyborg was already in the T-Car ready to go.

"Guys, I'm not going. I don't feel well." She mumbled before sneezing loudly. One of the pens on her desk exploded as she sneezed as if to prove her point.

"Oh no! Friend Raven are you alright? Do you need us to stay?" Starfire squeezed her way into the room, concern evident on her disgustingly flawless face. Raven shook her head.

"I'm okay, Star, really. You guys go have fun."

Starfire looked reluctant, but eventually nodded her head and stepped back out of the dark room.

"Call us if you need anything, Raven." Robin called before he and the others went towards the elevator.

Raven was up and somewhat fully dressed. She wore scandalously short shorts that she normally wouldn't wear outside of her bedroom, but figured that she would wear them today due to her being alone in the tower anyway. She wore an old grey tee shirt that stopped just above her belly button. Her hair was messy and unkempt, but she ignored it.

As she made her way to the common room she appreciated the silence through the whole tower. She loved her teammates, but man were they loud. The stepped into the large elevator slowly, basking in the non-presence of Robin's blasting music or Starfire's shrill squeals. When the elevator doors opened Raven was shocked to see that she was not alone in the tower. There was Beastboy, fumbling around in the kitchen whispering incoherently to himself. He was leaning over something that Raven couldn't see.

"Beastboy?" She called before letting out a small sneeze. "What are you doing here? You're supposed to be at the beach."

"Oh! Uh, hey Raven! I just, figured with you being sick and all you wouldn't wanna be alone... So I stayed here to take care of you!" Beastboy spewed out as he turned around, hand on the back of his neck. Raven had noticed that he was no longer in his purple swim trunks, but a black V-neck and grey baggy sweatpants. He smiled sheepishly.

"Beastboy I don't need you to take... Care of me." Raven managed to get out in between sneezes. A spoon on the counter blew up near Beastboy. He jumped from the sudden noise.

"I made you tea! Sorry if it's not how you like it. This stuff is very confusing you know." Beastboy sighed as he turned and retrieved Raven's favorite purple mug. He made his way over to Raven, who was still standing near the door way.

"Uh, thanks." She mumbled as she took the mug from his hands and took a sip. "Not bad."

Beastboy smiled brightly as he took her hand and led her over to the couch. Raven detested the sudden physical contact, but was too tired to protest.

"So, since you don't have to be cooped up in your room all day, whatcha wanna do?" Beastboy asked as he plopped down on the couch. Raven sat delicately beside him, careful not to spill her tea.

"Beastboy, I don't care."

"Wanna watch a movie?"

"What movie?" Raven asked, slightly interested.

"Whatever you want, Rae!"

"My name is Raven and I don't know, you know I don't watch a lot of movies."

"You liked Wicked Scary, didn't you? Let's watch the original. The terrible 70's version that's not even scary. We can make fun of it. You like making fun of things!"

"Correction: I like making fun of you." Raven slurred as she put her now empty mug down.

"I'm gonna let that slide cause you're sick and your voice sounds kinda adorable right now cause it's all groggy." Beastboy laughed as Raven attempted to glare at him, but she only looked even cuter. "Here, let me go find the movie."

Raven nodded as she watched Beastboy leave. He was being very nice and she didn't know why. She simply shrugged before curling up into a ball on the couch. Moments later Beastboy returned, surprised to find Raven completely asleep.

"Rae?" He called as he made his way over to the couch. She didn't complain at the use of her nickname, so Beastboy was sure she wasn't awake. He smiled at her sleeping figure as he grabbed a nearby blanket and put it over her small frame.

"Guess I'll make fun of the movie myself." Beastboy chuckled as he moved to put the movie in the DVD player and sat down next to Raven once again. A few minutes into the movie, Raven cuddled up under him. He looked at her quizzically, but held his arm up so that she could get under it. Raven softly sighed once she was comfortable and Beastboy put his arm over her. He smiled in amusement.

Throughout the movie Raven had barely stirred. She reached for Beastboy's arm a couple times, as if to check if he was still there. Other than that she stayed remotely still. Beastboy was so distracted by her beauty that he barely even laughed at all of the funny parts in the movie. He just kept looking down and the girl asleep under his arm. Once the movie was over Beastboy glanced at her, unsure of what to do. He was quite hungry, so he carefully lifted Raven up then set her back down gently once he was able to stand. She moved slightly and made a small whining noise, but didn't wake up.

Beastboy made his way to the kitchen and quickly whipped up his own veggie burger to eat. After he ate he looked over to check on Raven, who was now softly snoring. He figured she'd be hungry, so he began making a bowl of soup along with another hot cup of tea. When Raven's food was done, he brought it over to the coffee table in front of the couch. He shook Raven gently.

"Hey, Rae, I made you some soup. You know, incase you're hungry."

Raven slowly sat up, still wrapped in the large blanket Beastboy had covered her with. She rubbed her eyes before glancing at Beastboy.

"What time is it?" She sighed.

"About three. You slept for a long while." He smiled.

Raven nodded as she reached for the large bowl of soup in front of her. "You watched the movie?"

"I didn't want to wake you."

"Oh." Raven said, admittedly slightly disappointed. Beastboy was right, she did enjoy making fun of things.

"You really wanted to watch it, huh?" Beastboy poked Raven's arm as she rolled her eyes. "Come on, admit it Raven, you enjoy my company."

"I enjoy when you're making me food."

"Hey, I'll take it." Beastboy laughed. "And Raven, we can totally watch the movie. I didn't pay much attention the first time anyway. I was a little distracted by your snoring."

"I do not snore." Raven grunted as she finished her soup.

"Okay Raven, whatever you say." Beastboy chuckled as he started the movie over from the beginning.

"Thank you, Beastboy." Raven sighed as she looked up from her tea. "This day has been admittedly nice because of you. So thanks."

"Hey, it's not over. If you're nice to me maybe I'll make you dinner."

Raven let a small smile grace her lips as she put her head on Beastboy's shoulder. Neither of them protested the sudden physical contact.

Hope you guys enjoyed! I'm thinking this story will just be full of one-shots, going in no particular order. If you enjoy my story so far please review! Tell me if you like it! If you have any ideas for a chapter let me know, I'd be glad to take your input! Thanks again! :)