Robin opened his eyes, watching as Alfred walked out of the room. He was amazed at how simply the butler lived. The walls were plain, the furniture was boring oak. The small bed was adorned with plain blue sheets, there were a few pictures on the oak dresser.

He stretched on the folded quilt Alfred had set up for him, enjoying the comfort of the fabric. Maybe being a cat wouldn't be so bad… At least he didn't have to go to school…

He leaped up, alarmed. School! That cat is going to ruin my academic career! He looked at the clock worriedly. Robin could catch them, but he had to hurry.

He galloped out of the opened door, skidding slightly on the clean floor of the kitchen as he raced to the front door. There! he thought, spying the imposter. It was weird seeing his human body, especially when his mind wasn't in it. The fake Dick Grayson was smiling at Alfred, saying, "Don't worry, Alfred. I got my homework finished."

You mean I got my homework finished! Robin lingered by the door. He hadn't decided what he would do when he did catch up with the perpetrator. What could he do; scratch his eyes out? Alfred would throw him out immediately.

Besides, violence never solved anything… well, unorganized violence, that is. Robin watched as the boy and Alfred exited. Well, that was effective. He sat down, frowning at his paw. I must have stepped in something sticky. Without pause, he began to lick his paw, thinking the whole while. Alright, so violence is out. I can't say anything. Robin set his paw down as an idea bloomed. That doesn't mean that I don't still have my mind.

Bruce stared at the mess of cat food on the floor. "This is why I hate cats," he muttered, picking up the struggling stray. The black cat whined and complained and thrust its paw desperately out to the floor. Bruce frowned at the creature, remarking, "Maybe you shouldn't stay here." Something clicked in his mind. "Why don't I take you to the kids? I'm sure Superboy wouldn't mind taking in another pet."

Alfred walked in, taken aback by the mess. "My word, what happened?"

Bruce chuckled. "Our little visitor doesn't like it here. I'm taking him to the cave; Young Justice cave, not the batcave."

"Very good, sir. Shall I clean this mess?"

"Please do. I'll be in the cave if you need me."

"Of course, sir." Alfred grabbed a broom as Bruce walked out of the kitchen. He paused by the mess. He tilted his head, muttering, "You know, Al, old boy, it almost looks like the word 'whelm'." He shook his head, amused, and swept away the mess.

Hecate had never been to school before. He was intimidated at first by all Dick knew about this place; his friends, his classmates, the smart people, the dumb people, the hot girls (he blushed at this part), the enemies.

He meandered through the schoolyard, relying on Dick's instinct. Suddenly, a pretty redhead girl trotted up to him. "Dick!" He paused, searching his mind for her name.

"Hi, Barbara. How are you?"

She paused, frowning. "Um, good. You okay, Dick? You look kind of… spaced out."

He shrugged. "I had a strange dream last night."

"No kidding? What kind of dream?"

"I was… a cat."

She frowned at him, then burst out laughing. "That's hilarious!"

Hecate chuckled nervously. She was very pretty, he realized. As a cat, humans were interesting, but they were never pretty. As a human… well, this girl was gorgeous.

"So did you finish that biology homework last night? Like seriously, I will never understand what osmosis is."

Automatically, Dick began to explain it to her. Barbara laughed and said, "Whoa there, I can't learn that fast, Einstein."

It took Hecate a moment to realize she meant it as a joke. He chuckled nervously, and was luckily saved by the bell. Barbara grabbed his hand, saying, "C'mon, we're gonna be late for class!"

Kaldur glanced up as the computer introduced Batman. He was surprised; the caped crusader never came to the cave. He stopped training and approached the dark knight. "Batman? Is something wrong? Should I contact the rest of the team?"

The tall man shook his head. "That won't be necessary. I knew Superboy had a knack for picking up strays, so…" Kaldur jumped back as Batman produced a small black cat from inside his cape.

"A cat?"

"Yes. He showed up at my home; he seems smart, but I thought he could find a better home here."

"Has it occurred to you that this could be the work of Catwoman?"

"Of course it has. But the cat isn't bugged. I still have to run a DNA test, but I doubt it'll be necessary." The cat leaped out of his arms, landing on the ground briskly.

Kaldur frowned at the cat, but simply said, "Is there anything else?"

"Yes. Robin has been acting strange. Keep an eye on him."

"Yes, sir." Kaldur watched the dark knight as he exited the cave. When he was gone, the Atlantean glanced down at the cat. It cocked its head to the side, looking up at him adoringly. "I don't like cats," he muttered, turning and leaving the small creature watching him.

Robin huffed and continued walking. Why couldn't Catwoman turn me into a sea lion or something? He jumped as a loud bark echoed through the room. He winced and turned to see Wolf standing by the door. The large canine stood growling.

Robin yelped and began running, darting to the kitchen. Wolf was in hot pursuit, barking madly. Robin skidded around the corner, leaping up to a counter. He fell a few inches short and landed on the ground, cowering as Wolf loomed above him.

Wolf! He mewed pitifully. It's me! Robin!

The canine hesitated, then leaned down and sniffed him. He yelped and jumped back. No-Eyes-Bright-Cape? What happened to you?

A villain, Catwoman; she switched my mind with a cat's! Wolf, you have to help me!

The wolf paused, still confused. Catwoman? Switched your mind with-

Yeah, yeah, I just said that! Look, I need your help!

How? People can't hear me talk, either.

Well, you could start by not eating me.

Who said I was going to eat you? The large wolf backed away, letting Robin skirt warily around him.

Thanks. Robin took a deep breath, looking around the kitchen. Well, I guess there's not much I can do until the rest of the team gets home from school. He glanced at Wolf. So… what does a 'super-pet' DO all day?

Wolf's tail began to wag. Dark-Fish-Alpha lets me out every now and then. There's a lot of fun things to do outside, like chase squirrels or roll around in the grass…

Yeah? Well, I guess that sounds alright.

Wolf whimpered happily. Oh this is going to be so fun! First, we'll go to the beach and play in the water, then we'll chase squirrels, then we'll run and scare the ducks at the pond, then we'll chase squirrels, then-

Robin sighed as Wolf trotted off happily to find Kaldur. At least he's happy.