Between the sirens and early rising business men and heavy humidity in the air, X was really feeling a panic. His bare feet were slowing him down from his usual pace. He did not know the area. All he knew was to keep running, or Raven was sure to kill him. And she could pop up at any second.

Robin was in hot pursuit, also barefoot. His mountain climb several years back had toughened up his feet, so he hardly noticed the pain as he ran. However, a grapple hook or bo-staff might help him apprehend X. He did his best to dodge people, who probably thought that he and X were two drunken fools running through the city. How far the Boy Wonder had fallen…

Cyborg was looking for a way to block X and protect as many civilians as possible. It was around five now, so people were at least stirring, with a decent amount commuting to work. Beast Boy and Starfire kept watch out the windows, looking for the runners and hoping to tell Cyborg where to turn. Of course, Beast Boy knew as soon as he saw Red X, he was jumping out of the car and taking action. No more sitting idly.

Raven seemed to have disappeared completely. No one knew where she was or what she intended on doing. She was tracking Red X as well…just waiting for the opportune moment. The sorceress had only one goal right now: avenge Beast Boy.

Turning a sharp corner into a park, X planned on hiding anywhere he could find. He was far enough ahead of the Titans that he could find somewhere to make a plan. Yes, it was hiding, but X was not about to admit that to anyone, even himself. It was degrading and embarrassing. A small restroom facility caught his eye. X darted in and locked the door behind him, leaning against the wall and catching his breath. What next?

Robin had seen where the criminal had gone. Surely he must be tired––Robin was exhausted, to stay the least. He wanted nothing more than to return home and take a hot shower and a long nap. But first things came first. When Robin arrived at the bathroom door, he attempted to kick it open. The deadbolt and hinges were stronger than he expected. Of course, Robin was weak and had not eaten in several days… That was enough to weaken anyone.

"Yo, want some help?" Cyborg called, brakes squealing as he stopped on the road through the park. Starfire was scrambling out, ready to help at any second as well. Her eyes lit up as she formed starbolts.

"Thought you were at home, awaiting orders," Robin said flatly, giving the door another kick.

"I got a call that you were in jail. Besides, Grass Stain came after you! I couldn't just let him go!"

Out of nowhere, a green rhinoceros battered down the door and barged into the restroom.

"Found him," Cyborg said, marching into the restroom after Beast Boy.

Inside, Red X cowered in a corner as he once again faced down the wolf that he had nearly killed just days before. He was tired, he was hungry, his whole body ached, he was pretty sure he had broken some ribs at best… Surrendering looked a lot better than being dead, even if it was not his style.

"You won't win this one… You may try to take down the Titans, but we will always come back and stronger." Robin readied himself to fight. Cyborg and Star flanked him on either side, ready to battle.

"You know, kids, I may be up for one more round of catch," Red X taunted. He ran forward and flipped through the air, sailing over the Titans. Beast Boy had lunged at him, managing to tear a hole through his leggings and puncture a good bite mark into his leg, but nothing more.

The four friends sprinted after the criminal only to find him trapped behind the building by none other than Raven. She levitated X, trapping him against the building with four dark energy cuffs. "Give me one good reason why I shouldn't tear you in half right now," Raven said.

X had no reason for her. No witty pick up lines, no comebacks or teases, nothing. A few days without food or decent sleep had leveled him to a cowering, blistered, broken bandit.

"Raven, no!" Robin cried He ran forward, only to be grabbed by Cyborg.

Beast Boy walked behind Raven with trepidation and hope. "Raven, don't do this. You're better than him. I know you are."

Raven never broke her concentration in a spell––ever. But hearing Beast Boy's words, sensing him so close to her, she broke focus and dropped her hold on X. "Beast Boy?" She turned slowly, and upon seeing him standing there threw her arms around him. He was alive and okay. Her sunshine was still there.

X tried to run, but Robin was ready this time. He tackled X to the ground and wrenched his arms behind his back. "Not this time. Game over."

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So hey again! Yeah, it's been too long. Bad habit. I admit it. Hate me, not these perfect little babies! Reviews are always appreciated. Last chapter should be up soon!