Robin was training in the cave, swinging from bar to bar, hopping over to rings, catching them the last second, everything acrobatic he loved to do, he was doing it. No one was there to bother him, no one to watch in awe. He was a bit disappointed, but at the same time grateful for the peace and quiet. It helped him think of things he wouldn't have normally had time for with schooling and heroing.
The rest of the team didn't even know he was there. He had to go on a mission with Batman earlier in the day and when he finished, he decided to go to the cave to clear his mind with some training, since it was still fairly early and he wasn't tired yet. Batman ended up doing most of the work. It seemed to be a waste that he even went with his mentor.
He wondered where his team went, thinking of texting them or trying to contact them in some way to let them know he made a surprise visit but decided against it when he realized he was working out in civvies without his glasses. They might have gone to a movie in Happy Harbour. He imagined Supey boredly watching the screen to some chick flick as Megan grabbed his arm and hugged it. Wally would be on the other side of Megan, trying to comfort her, not paying any attention to the movie as he flirted in the most obvious ways. Artemis would be busy faking a yawn while rubbing her eyes, so obviously affected by the movie's cliche love story. Kaldur would be over analyzing things, trying to figure out why things happen the way they did and why they didn't just confront things directly.
Robin chuckled as he did a backflip in the air and caught a ring with one hand, flipping himself around to grab the other ring. He wasn't paying attention to how sweaty his hands were getting. Instead, he focused on if the team had gone shopping instead. Megan would be flinging clothes at Supey, attempting to dress him in something frilly and cute while he would just grumble and deal with it, holding all the bags of crap she bought. Wally would be sampling all the free samples available at any food places, all while ordering one of everything. Artemis would stare at him in fake disgust, secret lust hinting in her eyes. Kaldur would probably be sitting and people watching or reading some complicated book, maybe even both.
He laughed, half wishing he got there in time to see them and go with them. He sighed and closed his eyes as he did a triple flip and grabbed for the rings. It was then he realized something wasn't right. He grabbed the rings and felt one of his hands slipping. His eyes widened as he tried to tighten his grip, only to have his hands slip away completely. He felt like his biggest nightmare was coming true. He was falling, no net to catch him.
He tried to minimize the impact of the fall and did a half flip in the air. He hit the ground flat on his back. It hurt like hell, but it was better than hitting his head or breaking an ankle. He gasped for air as he squinted his eyes open. He'd have a mighty nice bruise the next day, that was for sure. As he opened his eyes, he saw a punching bag falling straight for him. By the time he saw it, there was no way he could avoid it. It hit him in the head, knocking him out instantly. It rolled off seconds later, bean-like filling spilling out all over the floor.
The team was, as Robin first thought, out at the newest chick flick. After that was over, they did Robin's second thought, shopping. They were out for a few hours. So was Robin.
Robin stirred and slowly sat up. He had a terrible headache and everything was so bright. He staggered and stood up, holding his head. He didn't recognize the place. He was just getting a feeling for his surroundings when he heard a beepy sort of chime coming from a bag sitting on a bench near the edge of the room. He carefully walked over and rummaged through the bag. He found a cell phone and pulled it out, checking it. He didn't know who's it was, but someone had a text message. He looked around again and after noticing no one else around, he checked the text. It was from someone named Wally. He read it outloud, surprised at how harsh and scratchy his voice sounded. "You should've been here. Supes and Arty got in a fight about her hair color and Kal almost emptied the aquariums."
Robin stared at his phone. "Supes and Arty? Kal..? Who.. are they?" He kept staring at the phone, wondering if it was really such a good idea reading someone else's message. He was about to put it back when he got another message. "Text me when you get done with Bats. I've got so much to tell you."
Robin put the phone back and walked out of the training room. He didn't know where he was going, but he didn't want to be there when the owner of the phone got back. They'd be mad to know someone was going through their things.
He walked through the halls of the place, amazed at how big and dark it was. It was a bit like a cave. He stopped suddenly and hid in the shadows as a robotic sounding voice spoke out. Apparently, it recognized someone and said some number. Robin tried to enter the room he was closest to, finding it locked by some strange button pad or something. He was just trying to figure it out when a gust flew past him, blowing his hair and clothes to the side. He turned around and saw nothing. Shrugging, he turned around again to try to figure out the door when he heard a voice behind him. "Rob! I wasn't expecting to see you here!" Robin jumped and turned around to see a red headed teen staring at him with bright, emerald green eyes. He wasn't there a second ago. Before he could even open his mouth to say anything, the older teen spoke up, a shocked expression on his face. "Whoa, Rob. Where are your glasses?" The shock quickly turned to a smile. "Finally got permission to show your eyes?"
Robin stared at the other for a short while before opening his mouth and speaking words no one wants to hear, "Who are you?"
AN: Dundundun! Don't you just love cliffhangers? I know I do. *Snickers evilly*