Aqualad always felt most at home underwater. It's not like he hates the surface. It's just that the feel of cold air against his skin could never compare to the gentle pressure of water as he swam through it. Functioning on the surface isn't difficult for him, but certain aspects of his body are better suited for a liquid environment. On the surface, his webbed hands and toes are a novelty at best, but underwater, they are essential for moving about. His slick, streamline clothing did not hinder his movements in the air, but they were obviously designed to allow for optimum speed beneath the waves. Aqualad liked the surface world just fine. He was just born to thrive in the ocean, that's all.
But as he watches over his team (Robin cackles as he shoots Kid Flash from behind, boosting his kill-streak. Beside him, Artemis smiles grimly as she works with him to take out Superboy. Kid Flash is yelling commands at Superboy. Superboy responds by throwing a pillow in Kid Flash's face. Miss Martian emerges from the kitchen, holding a platter of delicious, non-burnt cookies), Kaldur'ahm can't help but think this is exactly where he belongs.
