AN- So sorry for the long wait people, i made it extra long for you here as compensation, i have had to do exams and such so im just free of them now, thanks for your patience and happy reading. Btw please leave reviews (no flames) i would appreciate your thoughts. :D

The week literally flew by and before Wally knew it, it was Friday. Wally actually woke up in the morning without having his aunt to drag him out of bed. Wally yawned and stretched before glancing at the clock on his wall next to his Flash posters (A thing Robin still made fun of).

The clock read eight o'clock and seeing he had some time before he was expected at the breakfast table, Wally put on some casual running gear and went on a morning jog; normal speed of course.

As Wally ran his regular daily mile, he passed a couple of other joggers whom he waved to, as well as a woman with a small bull dog that adorably snuggled anyone it saw. But before long it was time to head back and before he knew it, Wally was back at his front porch and made his way to the bathroom and took a quick shower. After he was done he quickly donned his academy uniform, brushed his teeth and sped to the kitchen.

After a fairly quick breakfast (but large), Wally Zeta'ed (A/N – Is that a word?) over to the very familiar Gotham mansion and casually greeted his best friend. Alfred as usual offered him some food which Wally politely accepted. Bruce came down to the kitchen with a sleepy expression until Alfred poured him a cup of hot coffee. He brightened up considerably and the rest of the breakfast was filled with enjoyable conversation about the team, academics and plans for the week. They then bid Bruce farewell and piled into the limo making their way to Gotham Academy.

The conversation in the car was pleasant until Dick caught on to the fact that he and Bette were going on a date. Robin took it upon himself to tease Wally about it during the entire car ride and when they split up in the courtyard, kept sending Wally text messages with hearts in them (3). Wally involuntarily blushed at Dick's antics but settled to immerse himself in his school work to distract himself from a certain blonde.

On another note, the Kid Flash incident cooled down about as fast as it started and Wally could finally breathe in peace once people had stopped talking about his alter ego. Once he was sure his secret identity was out of the danger zone, Wally did a quick mental check of everything he needed for the day. He took a look through the math homework they were given the previous day, and saw the question he had trouble solving staring at him defiantly from his paper. Wally wasn't one to be lazy; despite what certain people *Cough*Artemis*Cough* might think of him, but he actually cared about understanding all the material. Wally could either ask the teacher in class, or be subject to more torment from Dick by asking him for help. Dick already was on a trolling streak, so it would be foolish to test his luck.

The only other logical option would be Barbara... She seemed very smart and agreeable, much more than Dick anyhow and it wouldn't hurt to get to know her a bit better. Wally glanced around the school courtyard till he spied the familiar crop of red hair near the central water fountain; texting on her phone.

"Hey Babs", Wally walked up to her and tapped her lightly on the shoulder. "For math –"

Wally didn't even get to finish his sentence as Barbara let out a high pitched squeal, spun around and punched him alongside the head. Wally was so shocked at her sudden action that his mind went blank for a few seconds as he stumbled backwards. As his mind cleared somewhat, all he could think was "man she can pack a punch!" Totally useless to his situation.

Now Wally would have liked to say fate loved him, or that karma did not deserve its negative title of "bitch", but no. The universe seemed to hate him today.

Wally as usual saw everything in slow motion, but was powerless to stop his backwards momentum. He noticed all details in crystal clarity around him like Barbara's dismayed face or the fact that she held the newest iphone in the other hand, but what he didn't see was his own bag that he dropped into his path. With a shocked expression Wally tripped over it and fell backwards into one of the smaller fountains alongside the main one.

Wally submerged into the frigid waters and clawed his way to the surface to meet the brilliant rays of sunlight. Water dripped of him into small puddles that pooled around his feet. Wally was glad it was a warm September morning but still shivered due to the rapid change in temperature.

Babs immediately covered her mouth in shock and began apologizing furiously. Dick however being the little troll he was, managed to be in the right place at the right time recording everything on his cell phone. He was currently on the ground crying from laughter. Bette on the other hand rushed over to him and kneeled next to him where he sat on the ground. Wally shivered as Babs furiously apologized and Bette fussed over him. Dick's infectious laughter soon caused Wally to crack a smile which then turned to full-blown laughter. Seeing this, Bette began giggling and Babs soon joined them soon after.

After they finished laughing Wally shivered in his wet clothing despite the warm weather. He took off his shirt and began wringing out the water leaving a good sized puddle next to him. Wally turned to the group, "Would you kindly tell our teachers that I am probably going to be late for class? I'll probably be back second period or maybe even after third." When they didn't respond Wally looked over to see Bette and Babs trying to avert their eyes both sporting fierce blushes. It took a few seconds to get to Wally why they seemed so flustered, but once Wally remembered the fact that he was shirtless, he hurriedly donned his shirt once more.

"So ya, late for class." Wally got out awkwardly before walking away with a sigh. He briefly made eye contact with Dick who made a phoning gesture and mouthed Call Alfred.

The girls however had difficulty looking away from Wally's toned body as he walked away. Dick scowled at this until he realized that they currently had class in session. He made a waving gesture to Bette and Barbara and began heading towards the main building. The girls both shook their heads as if to clear their thoughts and followed him into the school building sporting identical blushes soon after.

Wally by then was on the other side of the courtyard calling Alfred. He quickly dialled in the number for the manor and waited. The line picked up on the third ring.

"Hello, Master Wallace." Came Alfred's voice on the other end. "Is there any particular reason you are calling me while your classes are in session?"

"Uh ya, it will take a while to explain but long story short I need you to pick me up. Also I kind of need a new change of clothes."

"Had an accident sir?" came the response.

"Yes, no, it's complicated. I just need to dry off."

"Understood sir, anything else you may need perchance?"

"No not really."

"Well I will be on my way shortly in our usual pickup spot."

"Thanks a ton Alfred."

"As is my job Master Wallace." The signal disconnected and Wally frowned as he saw a couple of girls with their eyes glued to his wet body. Sighing he shouldered his pack and made his way to the main parking lot. About five minutes later Wally saw the familiar limousine pull into the school drop off/pick up area. Wally opened the back door and plopped down onto the leather seat.

Turning around Alfred gave a gasp at Wally's condition. "My word Master Wallace! What on earth happened?"

"Barbara Gordon that's what."

A knowing look crossed Alfred's aging face. "Ah I take it she doesn't enjoy being startled from behind."

Wally sputtered "How'd you know?"

Alfred turned to him with a twinkle in his eye. "Master Richard was the very first to find out."

Wally laughed, "Wish I could have seen that."

"Oh yes it was quite a spectacle." Stopping at red light Alfred turned to him. "Master Bruce will be in need of your extracurricular talents. Once he heard you had a reason to get out of school today he told me that after you dry up to meet him in the cave."

Wally whooped. "So I get a solo mission?"

Amused Alfred pressed the gas when the light changed. "No, there is someone else who will accompany you."

"Who else is out of school at this hour?" Wally wondered out loud.

A smile graced Alfred's face "A certain Roy Harper."

Wally grinned. Roy had a lot to answer for.

/## 0 ##\\

"His name is Sonic."

Wally crunched into his apple already being in costume while listening to the briefing Batman was giving him. "Cool like the hedgehog?"

His smile was met by a stoic look from the Bat. Wally sighed. "Ya, didn't think you'd get that one."

Bruce uttered a frustrated sigh "Are you done yet?"

"What-oh yeah, continue your riveting speech." Wally let out a grin as Batman scowled once again.

"As I was saying, this man Sonic, real identity unknown is able to manipulate sound waves to create destructive results. Despite being new to the game, he has already teamed up with Two-Face, a heavy hitter who recently has escaped from Arkham. I have received Intel from a reliable source that says they are planning to hold Gotham Academy hostage in hopes to get ransoms from their parents."

Wally let out a low whistle, "Isn't security there kind of harsh?"

"I believe they are going to have some help."

"An inside job?"

"Seems like it, but inside job or not, I need you to get this set of specially modified earplugs to the team." Batman gestured to a table. Wally picked one up and turned it over in his hands. "They should filter out any disruptive frequencies and block out any sound manipulations Sonic may throw at you."

"Ok will Roy and I be in civvies?"

"If you are asking whether you are going to blend in, then no. There will most likely be use of excessive force and guns. We don't know for sure whether Robin and Artemis will be able to slip away from their captors. So that was the reason we pulled you out. Will you be able to handle it?"

Wally nodded just as he heard the Zeta tube power up.

"Recognized Red Arrow- B06." Wally grinned and zipped over to his brother's side. "Roy how's it hanging?"

"Don't use our identities in costume Kid Flash."

Wally internally groaned. "Are you on your period again? Seriously, we're in the Batcave and you are worried about whether someone is to overhear us?"

Roy huffed not wanting to admit Wally was right. "Whatever, what is the mission anyway? Batman wasn't exactly descriptive when he called me over here."

Wally resisted the urge to roll his eyes. "Gotham Academy."

Roy immediately became interested. "Your school?"

Wally handed him a pair of earplugs "A new villain called Sonic with sound powers teamed up with Two-face, hence the plugs. So we're going to defuse the situation when it happens", Wally paused and took a breath "shall we get going?"

Roy shouldered his bow and nodded at Batman who sat down at his computer. Batman swiveled in his chair. "I will keep tabs on the internal security and update you over your com links."

"Super duper Bats." Wally grinned and dashed out of the cave "Come on Roy Boy, we got a school to save."

Red Arrow had no choice to follow the hyperactive teen as best he could. But just as he reached the exit of the Batcave he felt his phone vibrated. He flipped it open to see a text message from Wally with a picture of a very memorable night. Roy swore and doubled his speed to catch up with the blackmailing speedster.

/## 0 ##\\

Roy found Wally crouched on the roof of a building that provided a decent look at most of the school grounds. "Get comfy; we may be here for a while, Red."

Roy not being one to beat around the bush, grabbed Wally and smashed him into a wall. "How did you find out about Jade?! Spill or so help me I'll-"

"Cool it Red, you are the one in trouble not me. I'm in the position of power, 'cause with one friendly text to a certain Bat, and your hopes of moving forward to the league are zip." Wally pulled out his phone out of his pocket. "Don't make me do it Red."

With a growl, Roy dropped him to the ground. Wally stood up and brushed himself off. "Good boy, we will discuss payback later."

"Who's we?"

"Oh didn't I tell you Robin was in on this also?"

Roy put his head in his hands. "What do you want to know?"

Wally smiled victoriously. "Well for starters how long have you to been seeing each other."

"About two months after your initial encounter with her."

"What do you see in her?"

Roy scowled. "What's this? Twenty questions?"

"You can play the same game with Batman." Wally threatened.

Roy remained silent. A minute past, then two and just as Wally was about to open his mouth, Roy began speaking. "It's not what I see in her, rather that she sees something in me. Hell, I've spent years proving things to Batman, Arrow and the League and look where I am; a lapdog who comes running when I'm called. I don't need to prove anything to her, she understands me and I understand her. It's sure as hell deeper than a meaningless fling. I know how she feels about her dad, sister and mom and the fact that at the end of the day, she used to be just as broken as I was. But when we met, sure there was the fact that she was hotter than hell something just clicked and as corny as it sounds we complete each other."

Wally swallowed. He wasn't expecting any emotional attachment from Roy of all people. All of a sudden his phone felt a thousand times heavier just by storing those two pictures. Wally made up his mind and fully deleted them off his phone. Wally walked over to Roy and put his hand on his shoulder.

"I may not have anything like that yet, but I'm smart enough to know when it counts. I'm not going to hold this over your head, but I'll just want one favour."

Roy suspiciously turned to him. "What favour?"

"Can I be your best man?" Wally grinned, and dodged the hand that was to slap the back of his head.

"Idiot." Roy muttered, but Wally could make out a smile on his face.

"You know you love me."

He was met by Roy's exasperated sigh. "You don't really give me a-wait, I'm seeing action near the north entrance of the school. There are four unmarked white vans without license plates; I'm thinking it's going to be show time."

Wally zipped over "Maybe it's about time we crashed this party."

/## 0 ##\\

Robin groaned as two police officers stood in front of the school and made a presentation for the school on the effects and harms of drugs. Dick had seen the effects of what the drugs did to people first hand when patrolling as Robin and he found it ironic that one of the officers had been helping the drug lords off the books. Pathetic how he tells them how bad they can be, and sells it to them the moment they are out of sight.

Commissioner Gordon, Barbara's father had been trying hard to weed out all the bad cops, but sadly with a city like Gotham; every other cop had his profits coming from illegal activities and bribes. But like the other people around him, Dick was bored out of his mind. With a smile he flipped open his phone to view the video he had taken in the morning. Wally hadn't seen it comi-

The two doors at the back of the auditorium suddenly flew off their hinges and a very familiar figure stepped into view. Two-Face entered the gym and lit a cigar, then nodded to the figure beside him whom Robin didn't recognize. The armoured man immediately let out a high pitched sound that sent the entire auditorium to the ground reeling in pain. The two police fumbled with their weapons but were then knocked out by Two-Face's men. The sound stopped coming from the armoured figure and Two-Face stalked to the front of the auditorium and wrenched the microphone from its stand. "Alright brats listen up!" He gestured to the men who followed him into the auditorium with automatic weapons. "We are doing something a little something called a hostile takeover. Many of you rich brats might know what that means as your parents have been ripping the money away from their workers and smaller companies for too long." He paused and took a breath. "Well now it's time for them to pay up."

Two-Face reached into his back pocket and took out a clipboard. "Here I have the names of the brats with the richest parents. I have no use for those who don't have anything—scratch that you still have hostage value. Anyway, I am going to call you guys up one by one to the stand. If you don't come up when I call you, we shoot you and another random kid in the crowd." He fixed the auditorium with a glare. "So let's not make this harder than it has to be."

Two-Face sneered "Alright, James Aliway." The auditorium was met by silence. "Well I didn't expect this to happen, but if that's the case-"

"Wait!" The athlete stood up and walked over to Two-Face. "I am James Aliway. But I warn you, you insolent buffoons will regret this. Mark my words, you have made and enemy with the Aliway famil-"

*SLAP*

James Aliway lay on the ground dumbly looking at the blood on the floor from his split lip. Two-Face growled and lifted the boy by the shirt collar with a single hand. "You want to make an enemy with Two-Face boy?" Terrified the teen shook his head. "Good I would have expected with all that pampering and education that you would have been a bit smarter. Right now the only reason that you are alive is that your old man has grubbed himself a lot of cash over the years. You give me anymore trouble and I'm going to cut your eyes out. Understand?" (A/N -Anyone gets the reference?) The boy gave an affirming squeak and Two-Face threw him to the ground with disgust. "Not so tough without daddy's money and security aren't you? Now Harold Banks..."

/## 0 ##\\

Wally and Roy managed to sneak onto the school grounds without being noticed by the sentries Two-Face had stationed on the roof. Red Arrow started up the link with the Batcave as soon as he was certain it was impossible to be noticed or heard. "Batman can you send us the blueprints as well as the locations of Robin and Artemis?"

Batman's voice answered from their com links. "Affirmative, I have also pinpointed all the enemies you need to take out. Warning they are heavily armed and will shoot to kill. Do you understand?"

"Roger that, Red Arrow and Kid Flash out." Turning to Roy, Wally gestured him to take out the guards on the roof. "We will take out as many guards as we can before we storm the auditorium. At this point we will get the plugs to Robin and Artemis as best we can without getting noticed." Wally sheepishly rubbed the back of his neck. "That is the only part of the plan I have no idea how we can possibly pull off. I mean Robin is practically the main prize for Two-Face, I seriously doubt they won't be guarding him heavily. We will need a distraction of sorts." Wally put on his goggles. "I'm guessing after Two-Face gets all the rich kids, he will need to start with the ransoms. He will probably leave the main student body inside the auditorium with a couple of guards, maybe even Sonic for crowd control."

Red Arrow nodded "Ok let's take out as many as we can before the police arrive. I'm guessing their presence will not go unnoticed."

"Alright, meet back here as soon as they arrive." Wally tossed Roy a pair of earplugs. "In case you run into Artemis on your way." The expression on Wally's face was unusually grim. "Let's do this right, this is a high stakes game we don't want to lose. Now let's go."

/## 0 ##\\

Red Arrow shot a grapple towards the school roof, while sped around the school grounds taking out guards silently. He quickly ran behind two guards tapping them on the shoulders; by the time they turned around, Wally was on the other side and smashed their heads together. The two guards soundlessly crumpled into a heap.

"Two down, a good forty or so to go. We are so in above our heads here."

Wally trussed them up in record time and dumped them behind a couple bushes out of sight. When he was confident they wouldn't stir for a while, Wally moved on to his next targets.

/## 0 ##\\

Roy meanwhile was on a roll; taking out four guards in record time. He was careful not to alert any of the others because one gunshot would probably mean the mission's failure. There were only two guards left on the roof and Roy decided to use traditional methods to take them out instead of sneaking up on them. Taking out two boxing arrows, he carefully lined up the shot and watched in satisfaction as the arrows hit home knocking the two burly men to the floor.

Having secured the roof he made a quick message to Wally over the com link. "Red Arrow to Kid Flash, status report."

"Kid Flash here. It looks like they have separated the rich ones from the less. Robin is with them. I'm guessing the rest are still in the auditorium with the guards and Sonic. I suggest we wait for the police to arri-"

Wally didn't get a chance to finish as he was cut off by a loud siren. Commissioner Gordon's voice boomed over a loudspeaker. "This is the police, the building is completely surrounded. There is no escape." Wally rolled his eyes. Since when have those words ever been heeded in history.

"Ok, while the guards are somewhat distracted by the police on their front lawn, we free the gymnasium." Roy scoffed, "Exactly how do you plan to do that? Especially with Sonic in there?"

Wally winked "Faster than the speed of sound remember?" Red Arrow just grunted as Wally sped off. "Always has to have the last word."

/## 0 ##\\

Wally zoomed to the gym doors and peered through the glass to see the villain Sonic amusing himself by changing the sound frequencies in the room. Every time he raised the pitch, everyone's face would contort in pain. Wally found himself shaking in anger and then burst into the room, he had mere seconds to analyze every armed thug in the room before taking them out in a dramatic flair. All playfulness was gone from the moment they threatened his classmates' lives. He knocked them out with the butts of their own guns before moving onto the main villain who began to move to fire a sound blast from his helmet. Kid Flash smashed his elbow at high speeds into the villain's midriff knocking all the air out his lungs. As the villain fell to the ground wheezing Kid Flash quickly disconnected the suits power unit and the sound waves ceased. He picked up the villain by his collar and then delivered a hay-maker to his jaw knocking him unconscious.

Picking up the microphone Two-Face had used, Wally addressed the frightened crowd of students. "Hello, I'm Kid Flash and I'm going to make sure you guys are safe. Right now the police have surrounded the school, so as long as they make it to this room or you make it to them, you guys will have nothing to worry about." He glanced at the students who know held hope in their eyes. "I've cleared a path for you to get outside without any interference from Two-Face or his goons. So long as you take the south corridor, you shouldn't have to fear anything. Now move."

The students scrambled to their feet and ran towards the direction he had indicated. Wally activated his com. "Red Arrow the students are heading your way. Keep 'em safe."

"Roger that, Red Arrow out."

Many students thanked him on their way out to freedom and Wally responded with a smile. His com then crackled to life as Batman's voice sounded. "Kid Flash, Red Arrow after the students leave the building, go to the next location in order to free the rest of the hostages as well as Robin. Artemis shall be joining you shortly."

"Roger Bats."

"Be careful, Two-Face is unpredictable. He will resort to violence if he has to. He will most likely use his hostages as leverage"

Wally huffed, he hated hostage situations; a bunch of grown men hiding behind teens with guns to their heads. How much more of a coward could you be? Strangely enough he enjoyed villains who would come out and fight him one on one instead of hiding behind children or old ladies after they had nowhere to run.

"Red Arrow here" buzzed Wally's ear-piece "I've secured a sniper position at the top of a tower looking directly at the main office on the second floor where all the hostages are being held. I can't take them all out so we will have to rush them at the same time. I'll grapple in by shooting a line and you will get them when they are distracted." Wally arrived at the entrance to the principle's office and hid from view. "Sounds like a plan Roy-Boy."

Silence met him on the other end, and just when Wally began thinking that Red Arrow was ignoring him he heard the sound of shattering glass.

Without waiting, Wally broke into a sprint and smashed through the fragile glass panels that surrounded the office; knocking an unsuspecting goon off his feet. He lifted his head to see Roy smashing thugs in the face with his fists and knocking them around with his bow; swinging it like a baseball bat. A few times it seemed that he would be overwhelmed by the sheer amount of people rushing at him, but Roy cleared them by swinging his bow in a full circle making them keep their distance. Most of the thugs kept their guns trained at the hero trying to get a good shot, but were always at risk of shooting their own men in the process. Wally wasted no time in attacking the remaining thugs in the room who pathetically tried to stop him.

Wally noticed Dick, Babs, Bette and a few other teens huddled in a corner away from the action. They were tied up with rope (no doubt which Robin had already escaped hours ago) and tape over their mouths. He momentarily made eye contact with Dick who smiled at him past the tape as if saying "What are you waiting for? Kick their butts." Wally didn't need to be told twice and quickly sped around the room taking out whichever guard offered resistance.

Two-Face seeing that he was almost defeated took his shot-gun and pointed it towards the hostages. "Time to go to sleep kiddies... forever." His overly calm tone betrayed the madness that rested underneath his scarred visage. With no remorse Two-Face pulled the trigger multiple times in their direction hoping to take out as many of the rich brats he could before he was captured by the Justice League sidekicks.

The slugs from his modified shotgun flew straight towards the cowering children prepared to rip them apart, followed by pellets to spread the amount of damage to the areas the slugs couldn't reach. But what Two-Face wasn't prepared to see was Kid Flash jumping in front of the group using his body as a shield. The impact of the bullets threw Kid Flash backwards to the ground where he lay still.

The loud bang of the gun momentarily distracted Red Arrow who saw his little brother on the ground spitting blood onto the carpet. Likewise the hostages also stood still in shock except for Robin who clenched his fists internally debating whether to compromise his identity of not. The thugs fighting Red Arrow took advantage of the hero's shock and clobbered him to the ground with the butts of their guns until he could be subdued.

Two-Face walked over to the fallen speedster and inspected his unmoving body. He gave him a less than gentle kick and was rewarded with a grunt. "Well I must say that this time we spent here together was interesting and the fact you could survive four shotgun blasts at close range is admirable." He leaned over to Wally who struggled to take in breathes. "Broken ribs huh kid? Well I must say this entire affair has made me curious on how much a speedster could survive." Two-Face unclasped a pocket knife and reached for his famous coin. "Bad side, we test your limits. Good side I walk away right now."

The room fell into a hushed silence as Two-Face flicked the coin into the air and the faint ping could be heard above the sirens in the background. Two-Face caught the coin and then smiled, "Kid you have no luck." and without warning plunged the knife into Wally's stomach three times.

There were varied reactions around the room; some guards turned away from this display of violence while Roy screamed "You BASTARD!" desperately trying to shake free of the goons holding him. A couple of the girls screamed behind their gags and a single tear rolled down Dick's cheek. Revealing his identity now would not only compromise him, but Batman and maybe Wally as well.

Two-Face cleaned off the blood from his knife and bent down to Wally and whispered. "That's what you get for playing hero kid." and then got up and gestured to the guards "We're leaving."

"But sir!" he began to protest and immediately stopped when he saw the anger on his boss's face. "Never mind."

Two-Face picked up his shotgun where he had left it on the floor. "We aren't getting any ransom with the police on our lawn. We're outta here."

As soon as they left Roy ran to Wally's unmoving body and desperately shook him trying to get a sign of life. He then heard a cough and a smile lit his face "Kid! How do you feel?"

Wally looked around and grimaced "Like I was hit by a bus, how 'bout you Red?"

Roy laughed and hugged his brother to his chest. "Never been better now that you're here on earth with the rest of us KF. Do you think you can stand?"

Wally grimaced "I think so, but you need to help me." Wally hissed in pain as Roy helped him to his feet. "You crying Red?"

Roy immediately turned to his old self. "Not a tear. Now don't ever do that again. Here lean on me." Turning around to the silent group of hostages he said, "It should be safe to go to the police outside, I heard a helicopter taking off, Two-Face should be gone now."

Not needing any further prompting the teens began trying to get off their bonds; Dick being the first who then helped everyone else. Standing rubbing their wrists Dick took upon the persona of a grateful hostage and thanked Kid Flash for their rescue. This then prompted a sea of thank you's from the other hostages being called out over their shoulders as they rushed to their freedom.

Wally continued shuffling forward with Roy's help at an agonizing rate when he saw Bette in front of him. Wally was about to say something when Bette leaned in and pecked him on the lips. All the words died on his tongue and Bette leaned to his ear and whispered. "This is my thank you for saving me Kid Flash. Wally's ears turned to the colour of his hair and Roy smiled as Bette gave him another kiss. "And that was for protecting us from the bullets."

Wally blushed "I'm just doing my job babe."

Bette smiled, and said softly "I'm just glad you were there Kid Flash, and thank you again."

Waly's tone got softer as he inspected Bette again and saw her tired state. "I'd get outside so they don't think you're missing. Go home and rest, you look like your about to fall over."

Bette nodded and began heading to the police barricade around the school. She waved to him and with difficulty he raised his hand and waved back.

"I'm guessing we're even with the Cheshire thing cause it would be a shame if Rob got wind of this." Red Arrow's voice broke through Wally's thoughts as she disappeared from sight.

Wally met Roy's teasing eyes and huffed. "Fine. Just get me to an ambulance first."

They were met by Artemis's figure running towards them. "I heard shots..."

Wally brushed passed her "We're done here. Try coming earlier next time Artemis or I won't simply be bleeding next time, I'll be carried out of here in a body bag."

When they were out of sight Roy turned to Wally "Wasn't that a little rough?"

"I just got stabbed and shot Red, don't tell me I don't have the right to be a little angry."

/## 0 ##\\

Getting patched up took some time but after they were done, school of course was called off for the rest of the day. Wally got one text from Bette saying that in the light of recent events, they would postpone their date.

Wally was unsure how to take it and just went home. Batman didn't call him for a mission briefing and he didn't really talk to anyone, rather he went to his room and closed the door. Only then did the painless facade really slip and Wally fell to his knees in agony of his wounds. He had a fast healing rate, but that did not immediately heal his serious wounds, or take the pain away. Was it worth getting hurt?

Remembering all the people he had saved over the years, strengthened his resolve. Kid Flash would continue to save others as long as he was able. Whether Wally West or his alter-ego Wally remembered the words his Uncle Barry told him when they had started the job. "We take the job because we can and because we should. Being a superhero is a responsibility that can not be taken lightly. It is something day in and day out but in the end it is the best job in the world. Because we care."

Yay the end for now :D update should be soon :D