I'm wondering if I've been getting the characters right...

Anyway, READ!

"Begin the duel."

Black Canary said. Artemis faced off against Kid Flash. The team had friendly food bets on who would win, while Kid stood watching the duel with hands in pockets. Liz bet an entire hamburger on Artemis while Patty cheered on dressed as a bluebird.

"Who are you cheering for?!"

Kid asked Patty with a hint of annoyance. While he was distracted, Artemis rushed Kid Flash and quickly won the duel. KF lay face-up wondering how Artemis had beat him so fast. Meanwhile, those who had bet for Artemis collected their winnings.

"That'll be enough for today, kids."

Black Canary finished. Kid turned to go to the library when the team stopped him.

"Hey Kid, guess what?"

Said the recovered KF.

"What?"

"Well, since you want to learn about everything you can in this dimension, why not go to school?"
Robin interrupted.

"School?"

"Yeah. Liz and Patty are all for it; you'll be attending school with Kid Flash. We can't guarantee you'll always be in a class with someone you know."

Miss M said.

"I can't go to school like this."

Kid pointed out, grabbing a piece of striped hair in one hand and his tux in the other to prove his point.

"That's why we went shopping."

Aqualad, having fully recovered, presented a perfectly symmetrical, normal-looking, light brown haired wig.

"This should cover the stripes."

Aqualad added. Liz and Patty pulled out contact cases. Liz said,

"We got four pairs, each in the color of blue. Your eyes will either appear blue or green."

Now Robin and Superboy brought out normal clothing.

"We didn't know your exact size. Hope they fit."

The clothes were a few pairs of jeans and blank, colored t-shirts. They had even bought a new pair of shoes, perfect for all sorts of activity.

"I don't know what to say,"

Kid said, smiling a bit.

"But I'll start with thanks."

He finished. Patty exclaimed,

"All that's left is to give you a new name!"

"New name?"

Kid asked.

"Yes. A name to conceal your true identity."

Aqualad said. Robing then added with a slight giggle,

"How ironic. For everyone else, it's the other way around."

KF stepped in to explain.

"He means that we make superhero names to cover our normal names. You're making a normal name to cover your hero name."

Artemis then froze Kid with a question.

"Is 'Kid' really your full hero name?"

Zatanna and Kid met each other's gaze in an instant.

"Uh…yes. With 'Kid' as my name, our enemies will underestimate me greatly, handing me the battle."

Kid said quickly, almost sweating. Liz and Patty didn't question Kid, only gathering up the clothes and accessories for him.

"I've got it!"

Robin almost burst with excitement.

"How about your name being, 'Alex Airda'?"

He said. Patty started jumped up and down, almost dropping the mass of clothes.

"Yes; yes; it's perfect for you, Kid!"

"Do you accept the name?"

Aqualad asked.

"Yes. I like it. Alex it is."

Kid replied.

"Very well."

Aqualad said. Artemis the suggested,

"How about you go change? We need to see how you'll look as Alex."

Kid didn't get the chance to answer before Liz and Patty dragged him to his room. They tossed all the clothes and accessories on his bed and went out into the hall before shutting the door.

"We'll be waiting in the main room!"

Liz's muffled voice came through the door.

Kid look at the mirror as he adjusted the final component to his disguise -the wig. The fake hair's cut matched Kid's original haircut, which made his slightly happy. Kid had picked out a nice pair of jeans and the red t-shirt. The blue contacts did clash with the yellow, making his eye color appear green. I think I'll have to go get a jacket sometime. He noted.

Kid's transformation was complete. I'm completely unrecognizable. He thought happily. Kid life his room and headed for the main room where everyone was waiting. As luck would have it, the team stood facing the other way watching what appeared to be the news. Kid grinned deviously as he walked up behind the group as silently as possible. No one noticed his approach but Miss M. When she turned around, Kid put a finger to his mouth to indicate silence while still smiling. She got the message and winked an understanding.

"-as we await the response of the Justice League."

The reporter finished. Batman appeared out of nowhere and turned the channel off.

"This will be handled by the League. You all take a day off. Understood?"

The team groaned, but nodded. Batman looked at Kid and, after a moment, said,

"I almost didn't recognize you."

Then turned and left. The team turned to see Kid. KF was the only one to jump back and fall in surprise.

"You're adorable!"

Patty cried, almost tackling him with a feathery hug. One feather managed to tickle Kid's nose, making him sneeze. Patty let go, laughing.

"Your new look does suit you well."

Superboy complimented.

"Thanks."

Kid replied. By now, KF had gotten up from the initial shock. He raced over and tried to sling his arm over Kid's shoulders, but Kid ducked. The speed of the failed attempt made KF go spinning and fall back onto the floor. Everyone laughed as KF tried to stand, but was too dizzy to do so.

"Here's your schedule, 'Alex.'"

Robin said, handing a paper to Kid.

"When did you do this?"

"While you were changing. Your story is that you were homeschooled for the majority of your education, but with you family trying to move and so many changes going on, public school had to do."

"What grade am I in?"

Kid asked, looking over his schedule.

"You'll be a sophomore with KF, Liz and Patty. The story there I that to make sure you're on track with everyone, you down-graded."

"I see. Eight classes, huh?"

"Yep. Eight different teachers that teach the basics."

Robin answered every question. Kid Flash butted in to say,

"Just remember to call me Wally, okay?"

"And you remember to call me Alex."

Kid said.

"Should we change our names?"

Liz said.

"No, your identity is a little more secure than the rest of ours. After all, no one would recognize you when you're in pistol form. Besides, how many other people have normal names like Liz and Patty?"

Robin pointed out. Liz replied,

"Yeah, okay. That makes sense."

She started helping Patty get out of the costume.

"Just one last question: When do we start?"

Kid asked. Aqualad answered,

"Tomorrow. We've arranged for you to stay at Wally's tonight so you have an idea of how early you need to get up an how long it would take to get there in time."

"You guys really thought of everything behind my back, didn't you?"

Young (Soul Eater) Justice

"Hey, it's time to get up."

Wally said, flipping the light on. Kid rolled onto his back and squinted. He took a deep breath and brought himself to his feet. Wally had left to wake the girls the same way. Kid stretched and put his hand through his hair. Kid first put his clothes on, which were in his duffle bag, his choices being a pair of jeans and a green shirt. He then combed hi hair and put the fine wig on. Kid combed the wig and shifted to a point where it was comfortable, covering all his real hair and symmetrical.

Next he put in his contacts. Kid's eyes became green instantly. Finally he put on the tennis shoes and left the room. Wally was already in the kitchen, scarfing down his breakfast. His mother brought out another pile of pancakes to compensate the pancakes eaten by Wally.

"Good morning, Alex."

She said.

"Good morning, ma'am. This all looks delicious."

"Thank you. Now if only a certain young man could say that as fast as he eats."

"Mmanks, 'om!"

Wally tried to say as he stuffed more food into his mouth. Kid sat down and helped himself to two pancakes. He had just started eating when Liz and Patty joined. Both wore their regular jeans, but had ditched the hats and belly tank-tops. Instead, Liz wore a shirt that said, 'I'm with Sis' with an arrow that pointed to her left. Patty's shirt said, 'That's me' with a smiley face where the arrow would've been.

Liz's hair was tied up in a ponytail while Patty left hers only brushed.

"Good morning!"

Patty screamed happily to no one in particular. Wally's mom smiled and said,

"Good morning, Patty."

Patty beamed as she sat down to eat her two choice pancakes. Kid had finished one pancake and had started on the other. Liz also sat down, but only took one pancake. Soon everyone was finished with breakfast and ready for school. Wally's mom got the car ready while the tens packed backpacks and lunches. Kid looked over his schedule one more time as they walked to the waiting car. Before long, the car was at the school.

"Have a good day, all of you!"

Wally's mom said. The group waved as she pulled away.

"Alright! Your first class is with me."

Wally pointed at Kid. Wally suddenly looked like he remembered something and started searching his backpack. He pulled out a piece of paper and handed it to the sisters.

"I can't give all three of you a tour before the bell rings. Hopefully that map helps."

Wally said. The girls looked over the map and brought out their schedules.

"Alright. We've got this."

"Most of the kids here would be glad to help; if you get lost."

"Thanks Wally."

The girls walked away while Wally led Kid to a side entrance of the school. Wally gave Kid pointers and showed him where all his classes were. The warning bell rang, which drove the boys to first period. Kid was led into an English classroom where the teacher started class by saying,

"I hope you all had a good Spring Break. We have a new student with us- please come introduce yourself."

Kid walked up to the front of the class, smiled and said,

"Hello. I'm Alex Airda. Nice to meet you."

The rest of the school day was about the same. When the final bell rang, kid walked out the front doors of the school and met with Wally at the sidewalk.

"So, how was your first day?"

Wally asked.

"I have never had to introduce myself so many times, so many ways."

Kid answered stretching. The two only had to wait a short time before Liz and Patty met up with them.

"Alrighty. Follow me."

Wally said. The trio followed him deeper into the city. After walking for what seemed forever, Wally turned into a slightly shady alleyway. Kid was a bit confused, but continued walking after Wally. The alleyway was a bit narrow, but mainly because of all the trash. An old fashioned telephone booth stood by a wall with a sign saying, 'Out of Order.'

"Let's go."

Wally finally said, patting the booth door.

"I don't get it."

Kid said, cocking his head a few degrees.

"Same here."

Liz added. The two looked back at Patty to see if she had anything to add. Instead, Patty was playing with the cardboard boxes, making herself look like a robot.

"Boop. Whir. Boop."

Patty imitated more robot sounds while walking around in a mechanical fashion.

"Uh…this is a jump gate to the Cave. I'll show you."

Wally brought back the topic. He walked in, closed the door and only waited a moment before a yellow flash erased Wally's figure from view. Kid opened the door, astonished.

"Well the. I'll go next."

Kid walked into the telephone booth and looked around a bit. Sure is dusty. He thought. The yellow light came to life beneath him and he felt like he was going through a vacuum.

"Recognized. Kid, A08."

The computer's voice was the first thing he heard. Kid blinked twice before moving to the center of the Cave.

"How was the first day of school?"

Aqualad asked, giving Kid a warm grin.

"It was good. Nothing like my class back home."

"Good to hear. Go change. We may have something to do later."

As Kid left, he noticed that Patty was still in her robot costume while it seemed like Liz had still not gotten used to jump gate travel.

Young (Soul Eater) Justice

The rest of the evening passed with nothing special. Out of sheer boredom, Kid decided to take a simple walk at the city park. Since night had fallen, no one else was at the park. Once he got to the center of the park, Kid sat on a bench and straightened his legs far out onto the sidewalk.

Street lamps were the only source of light, since the moon hadn't risen yet. Footsteps fat to Kid's left startled him. He looked over to see Mr. Freeze, in his cryogenic suit, walking down the sidewalk toward Kid. What should I do? Kid thought while a small half-frown, half-sneer appeared on his face.

Freeze stopped walking in front of Kid and turned to face him. Kid's half-sneer left, making Kid only frown. Mr. Freeze then remarked,

"You seem familiar, boy."

"One would think a past experience would've had me running long before you got here."

"Now that I think about it, I know I've met you somewhere."

The two entered a staring contest as the conversation slipped away. Out of nowhere, the icy villain shot at Kid. Kid barely got out of the way and skidded along the cement, crouching. The ice beam became a massive hunk of ice that expanded for a few seconds before stopping.

"Are you, or are you not, Stripes?!"

Freezes screamed. Kid's face quickly became stunned before he said,

"Who?"

Kid stood up, only to duck back down onto his belly to avoid another freeze blast.

"I would've just passed you by,"

Freeze said,

"If I hadn't known you'd become another pet of the Justice League."

"You must be disappointed then."

Kid retorted, trying to stand up. He only got to his knees before he realized his feet had been caught in the ice. Well, I'm screwed. Kid thought frantically.

"Me'ghan! Me'ghan! Can you hear me?"

Kid tried to call. No response. He then went for his earpiece when Freeze hit his hand with the freeze gun. Kid's hand hit the ground but the ice didn't shatter. It chipped here and there, but nothing significant. As Kid frantically brought his hands together to try and pull the ice off, Freeze froze both hands together. Man, I'm an idiot. Kid scolded himself.

"You made that too easy."

Mr. Freeze commented, smirking.

"I realize that now."

Kid replied, attempting a brave front. Freeze walked over and removed Kid's earpiece, froze it and tossed it into the bushes. Then the villain picked Kid up by the collar, raising him far enough into the air to make Kid wince. The strain of his legs under the ice was almost enough to make him wish his legs were broken.

"Hmm…"

Freeze thought aloud as he inspected Kid's face. Freeze then ripped the wig off and smiled, tossing it aside. Then Freeze asked,

"How does one go from villain to a hero's pet?"

"I am no pet. And I never was a villain."

"A shame. But you will serve The Light just as well."

Freeze remarked with a hint of deep menace. Kid's eyes grew wide before Freeze drew back his fist and everything went black.