Young Justice had arrived safely back at Mount Justice where their mentors were awaiting their arrival. The infirmary was prepped to handle any of their injuries and start assessing the newest arrivals. Martian Manhunter, Superman, and Batman were waiting for them as they entered the room. Batman was giving Terry the worst Bat glare ever, but the kid just ignored him, instead he concentrated on helping Huntsmark, no Zairia, up onto the table to be examined. The teenager, was very frightened and growled, as Martian Manhunter started to examine her, but he whispered words of comfort putting her at ease. While the others were being checked out, and Superman taking their mission report, the little boy walked over to his father and the two left for a private chat.

Once they were alone, Batman began to look Terry over for injuries, his anger seeping out in volumes. "I told you to stay in the cave and advise the team! Why didn't you listen to me like a good soldier? When I give you an order I expect it to be obeyed!"

"What good would I have done here in the cave, considering we lost contact with the outside world about twenty minutes after we reached the sublevels? Red Tornado handled everything with efficiency, and I was invaluable in freeing Huntsmark, and assisting with the take down of Lady Shiva. I performed my duties perfectly."

"It doesn't matter how successful you were if you can't even listen to a simple order! How do expect to become a full member of this team if you disregard orders whenever you feel like it? Do you think I want to see you hurt?"

"First, I am a full member of this team no matter what you say. Second, how should I know how you feel when you never give me a chance Dad? Why are you so determined to keep me from helping with my friends and family when they need me? I'm a lot stronger and smarter then you give me credit for; if you gave me credit at all! Why are the risks Dick took at my age, unacceptable for me? Is it because I'm a screw up in your eyes? Go ahead and ground me, take my suit, and hang me upside down in the cave! I know I'm the youngest here, but that doesn't mean I'm going to just sit on the sidelines. I'm going to do whatever I can to help the people I love. So if you're done lecturing me my friends need me," Terry told his father tersely before shoving past him back to his friends.

Batman's eyes narrowed and he was about to grab the little boy when he felt a hand on his shoulder. It was Wonder Woman and she gave him a little head shake. "Don't alienate him anymore then he already is Bruce. Despite disobeying orders, he really did help them. I know that you're trying to protect him, but keeping him this close is suffocating him. Try to see it through his eyes. He just wants to make you proud."

"Are you saying, I should reward him for deliberately disobeying me, and allow him to continue doing whatever he pleases? The world doesn't work like that Diana. He's a child and needs to be disciplined."

"He also needs to you be a father to him, and show that your love him and are proud of him. All of us have had to adjust to being parents and, the needs of a child. More importantly, we need to adjust to the fact that despite their mandates their not chibi versions of us. They have their own unique way of doing things and we need to understand them."

"I'll take your advisement under consideration Diana. If you excuse me I have to go have a talk with Red Tornado and see if he found anything about the Light during the mission."

Red Tornado had just finished compiling the data and was ready to give his report when the senior members of the League entered the main area. "Greetings friends I see that you mission was a success. I have taken the liberty to send Black Canary to retrieve Huntsmark's parents and she should be returning within the hour. Unfortunately I was unable to contact the Outsiders and get a message to Katana informing her about Fate's Dagger existence. The group seems to be invested in covert operations over seas at the moment."

"Well you should keep trying for the kid's sake. We'll just have to keep him here in the Mount until we do locate his mom," Hal/Green Lantern said simply. The others nodded before resuming the discussion about the Light.

"Were you able to backtrack the EM signals and infiltrate the mainframe of the base?" Hawkgirl questioned. The whole league was hopeful this nightmare with the mysterious Light might be near the end.

"No, I was unable to break through the firewalls. Even using the access code, a wireless connection was detected and terminated, before their closed system was hacked. I attempted numerous of alternatives, but all resulted in failure. It appears they have upgraded their systems because of the previous breakouts. If the team's report is to be believed, the facilities are preparing for any heroic encounter and taking measures to keep their sponsors true intentions in the dark."

"This one is going to put them even more on edge even if we don't know everything going on. The Light's motives are a complete mystery to us. If it weren't for the Projects busting out and Robin retrieving the data core from Europea, we'd never even suspect there was a growing superpower," Hawkman pointed out.

"A superpower so secretive we can't figure out whose running the show. None of the underground contacts we monitored are talking and all our research has turned up nothing of value. Should we question the kids more? Maybe they're something they know that their not talking about," Flash suggested.

"They've been through enough already. I strongly believe if they knew something more, they would have said something about it by now. The only thing they knew about the Light, was that it was in charge of their creation. Looks like we have to keep probing and hope that sooner, rather then later, the Light makes a mistake and we catch them," Superman said.

"So what are we going to do with the newest additions that Young Justice has brought back? Obviously, the girl will need rehabilitation to prevent her from going on a killing spree, and the boy needs a guide to control his powers and further his education. Should we let them remain on the team or allow their parents to dictate where they should go," Green Arrow pondered to the rest of the League.

"I think, it would be best, for the girl, to be released into her parents' custody, but at the same time, we need to keep a close eye on her for everyone's safety. Aqualad reported that she had no qualms about killing and it was only because of her brothers she stopped. She's a danger to others and her condition makes her hard to manage. The boy has no one at the moment and with only, Zatara as our magical expert, it would be wise to send the kid to Shadowcrest for additional training," Aquaman proposed to the group. "I'm sure that Zatara's daughter Zantana would enjoy the company of a budding sorcerer."

"That would be a mistake on our part. I agree that, Huntsmark and Fate's Dagger need to be looked after, but I think the decision of who they stay with and if they remain on the team should be up to them. They haven't made any choices about their lives up to this point; except for wanting to be free of their Handlers. I have read their thoughts and the desire to be close to Young Justice is strong. Already the bond between the Projects has grown to include the two new Projects, suggesting that they will become emotionally invested in one another. I'm sure arraignments could be made to let them remain on the team," Martian Manhunter explained giving his professional opinion on the two new Projects mental state.

"We'll have to discuss it more when Black Canary get's here. In the meantime we should start preparing for the arrival of our guests. I can only hope that Huntress behaves herself," Batman muttered under his breath.

An hour later, everyone was assembled in the main area, waiting for the arrival of their guests. It was an anxious time as they had no idea how this would work out. Suddenly the computer announced the arrival of Black Canary and two guests, who looked completely bewildered about why they were there.

Question and Huntress had no idea why the League had brought them to their old HQ; seeing as how neither was a member of the organization. After all they felt the League was too restrictive for their style. Both of them looked forlorn. The couple was still trying, after all these years, to pick up the pieces of their broken hearts; after the assault took their unborn baby from them. They were in no the doldrums for dealing with League politics.

"Alright, I give Batman, why are we here? If this is another lecture about how anti-hero the two of us are and that you want to teach us a lesson in heroics I'll-"

"Helena, it's not anything like that I assure you. It's actually something of a miracle for you and Vic," Black Canary told her old friend. She was smiling and had a twinkle in her eye.

"Miracles are the fabrication of the governments of the world, to lower the guard of normal citizens, before securing all their savings for secret projects."

"Vic stop! Just hold off the theories for a sec," Green Arrow pleaded. He signaled somebody behind him and the two guests stood frozen as a small boy led a teenage girl into the room. They gasped as they saw what the girl looked like.

The girl was wearing a strange white and purple body suit with an emblem of their two symbols mixed together. Strapped to her wrists, were compressed arrow guns. They felt as if they couldn't get enough air as they saw how much she resembled the both of them. The girl looked at them and sniffed the air, brushing a curled lock of ginger hair behind her ears. Her ebony eyes were filled with tears. Her voice was littered in emotion as she spoke, "You two smell like me. Mi familia I found you!"

"It can't be- it not possible- Zairia, oh Zairia, your alive!" Huntress cried. Zairia ran into her parents' arms and the three of them collapsed to the ground, crying tears of joy at finally being reunited. Both parents whispered words of comfort and started asking a bazillion questions, trying to understand how it was possible she was even alive. Zairia responded the best she could, just happy to be with people who loved her.

While the League answered their questions, Wally led Fate's Dagger to his souvenir room. He was determined that this wouldn't be the only family reunion today. He could only hope that what he was about to do wouldn't end up being a big mistake. Fate's Dagger just looked at him curiously, and was stunned when Wally removed the Helmet of Fate, from the shelf and held it out to him. "I don't understand. I thought you wouldn't give me that because it was too dangerous."

"Please, we deal with dangerous stuff all time. Look, I know we haven't found your mom yet, but until then I think you might want to know you dad. His spirit is bound to this Helmet for the next millennium. I don't know, maybe if you put the Helmet on you'll be able to talk with him. Just watch out for Nabu he might try to take over your body. He nearly took mine, so be prepared to bargain with him."

"As you said, our lives are full of dangerous stuff. I'm nervous you know? What if he doesn't like me or is horrified by my creation? There are certain things about me that some people might not like."

"Oh, who wouldn't like you? You're an amazing kid, who can not only kick butt magically, but slice and dice like a ninja!"

"I'm a samurai Wally, and are you buttering me up for a date, because I'm not interested in older men."

"What no! Why would I do something like that? I just, oh, put the Helmet on already."

Fate's Dagger took a deep breath and placed the magical artifact over his head. There was a charge of energy and soon the boy found himself standing in blue room. He looked around and saw nobody. "Hello? Is anyone there? Mr. Nelson are you here?"

"WHO DARES WEAR THE HELMET OF FATE?"

"Ahhhhhh!" Fate's Dagger tried to draw his tanto, but his spirit body didn't have it. When Nabu materialized in front of him, he let out a yelp of surprise and stumbled backwards into someone's arms.

"Whoa there kid, just relax Nabu didn't mean to frighten you. So are you the one that speedster thought should be the next Dr. Fate? Wasn't expecting him to recommend another kid as a candidate. You're certainly powerful enough and your magic feels very familiar."

"IT SHOULD KENT, CONSIDERING THAT BOY'S MAGIC STEMS FROM YOUR BLOOD. I'VE READ HIS MIND AND IT APPEARS THAT THIS CHILD IS YOUR SON!" Nabu exclaimed shocked, and so was Nelson, nearly dropping the boy. He knew he never fathered a child, but yet he couldn't deny the Lord of Order's statement.

"I can explain Nabu, Mr. Nelson. It is long story. My name is Fate's Dagger and…" so the boy told his tale bravely and they listened astonished by how this child came into being. Once he was done he kneeled in front of them both waiting for them to pass judgement.

Nabu and Kent Nelson observed the thirteen year old in front of them. He definently took after his mother, Katana, in looks save the shape of the eyes and nose. That belonged to Kent. He was unsure how to react to the news of the child's creation, knowing his beloved Ingza would hit him over the head for being idiot if he turned his back on the child.

He placed a hand on the boy's shoulder smiling pleasantly at him. He helped the kid to his feet saying, "I always wanted a kid, but my beloved Ingza couldn't have them. I'm not crazy about how you got here, but I'm proud to claim you as my own. Do you have another name besides Fate's Dagger?"

"No, and my mother Katana, is currently in an undisclosed location with the Outsiders. I thought perhaps you could give me a name?"

"Hmm, how about Taji? It's Japanese for gold and silver, your colors by the looks of things. Taji Ingza Nelson sounds like a good name."

"Taji, I like it very much. Nabu I wish to join with you as your new host, however I have a request."

"WHAT REQUEST DOES A MERE MORTAL HAVE OF A LORD OF ORDER?"

"I simply wish to modify the costume a bit and go by my Project name. I have always been Fate's Dagger and see no reason to change that," Taji explained as his tanto appeared. "Also I wish to be partners, not just a body for you to exist on this plane. You know nothing of swords and they are imperative to my fighting style. If we share control of my body when we fight, we could bring about order.

Nabu wanted to argue, this was not how he operated, but Kent told him to let the kid have his way; after all it wouldn't kill him. Kent told his son to talk to him any time about anything; including the fact the child was gay, which is why he thought Wally was hitting on him earlier. Taji was embarrassed, but Kent wasn't bothered and told him as long as he found a spitfire of his own, he would be proud. Father and son hugged and Taji removed his Helmet returning to the real world where Wally and surprisingly Zairia stood waiting.

"Well, how was meeting your dad and the Lord of Order? How did you even convince Nabu to let you go?"

"Nabu can be reasonable if you know the right words. As for my visit, well it was scary, but at the same time it was a wonderful experience. Nabu will take a getting use too, but I felt safe and happy to be in my Father's presences. He's proud to have me as a child and gave me a name. I'm Taji Ingza Nelson."

"I think it's a wonderful name and that when you finally meet your mother she'll like it too. Parents can't help, but to love their children, at least that's what I've experienced so far," Zairia informed him, as she strolled over to her brother. She gave him a quick hug and then stepped back.

"Thanks, but why are you here? I thought your parents wouldn't let you out of their sight ever again."

"I told them I needed to check on my brother. It doesn't matter that I wasn't created by Cadmus, I still have a strong connection with all the Projects, and I'm forming a bond with our new friends. The League is discussing what to do with us, but I proposed a solution. I'm going to live with my parents and help protect Hub City, now that I'm gone, the Light will no longer compensate the city for its troubles and it could become corrupt again. Mom's going to get a job there and she and Dad will teach me, but at same time I'm going to be a member of Young Justice. I need to be here with you guys to heal."

"Makes sense and it seems like you'll be staying here for the time being Taji, but Red Tornado told me to give you this. It's key to the Tower of Fate, your rightful inheritance. You can go there and practice your magic or swords whenever you want."

"Thank you Wally, this is a nice gift. Hmm, I wonder if there will be any books in the Tower about how to win the affections of a certain spry bird."

"Oh, so you like cutie too, have to admire your taste he is a quite the looker. I want him too, but at the same time I can't help but be attracted to Ms. Gorgeous blond. I sense our brother Lucas might be eying her, but I'm more then willing to fight for both of them."

"Careful, challenging a samurai might be the last thing you ever do," Taji commented before laughing. The three friends smiled and went back to tell the friends everything that had transpired. It seemed like it was a happy reunion alright, but more was to come.

It was the next day and Athena was bouncing up and down in Sasha's limo as they drove to the museum to see her mother around four thirty. Tryouts for the Dance Team had been that day and the Amazon girl was replete with bliss to tell her mom how she did. "Can't this limo go any faster?"

"Relax chica were here. So where would you're mom be? Athena wait up!" Sasha laughed as the girl tore up the stairs. She brushed past security and made her way to back where her Mom's office was. Without bothering to knock, she barged in happily smiling. "Mom! Guess what! Today was tryouts for the dance team and I- oh I'm so sorry, I didn't know you had company."

"That's why you knock before coming into my office. Mr. Bay, I would like you to meet my daughter Athena. Athena, this is Mr. Bay," Diana Prince said, introducing the two to each other. A small grin was forming on her face, as she knew what this meant to her daughter.

"Please, call me Tyson. So your Athena huh, your mother was just telling me a bit about you while we discussed my plans to donate money for a city program to sponsor trips and activities in the museum to low income families. I always feel that a sense of history helps us build to a better future. Do you agree?" The philanthropist asked the girl, his emerald eyes locked on hers.

"Um what, oh yes- I think that's very important sir. Um, sorry to come in unannounced I just wanted to share my good news."

"Oh, what would that be?"

"Um well, I made the team! I'm an official Gateway Dance Angel. Here's my uniform," Athena said pulling out a blue and red cheerleader like outfit, with gold trim and some high tops. She was grinning and she was pleased to see both her parents smiling too.

"Congratulations my dear, you must have really worked hard. I too love to dance, but I'm a bit more for ballroom. If I'm in Gateway City again I would love to see you dance. Well, I must be off I hope to see both again. Good day Ms. Prince, Athena," Tyson said shaking both their hands and leaving. As soon as he left Athena turned to her mother who answered her unspoken question.

"We got to talking about business and then he saw your photo on my desk. I think it was seeing your eyes that made him stay to meet you and I knew how much it would mean to you to speak with your father. He's quite a gentleman. Athena, I'm sorry for the way I've reacted to your interests. I should have supported you instead of tearing you down. I promise in the future I will try harder. I can't wait to see you dance and if you want you can invite Wally to. I may not understand the attraction, but he does mean something special to you."

"Thanks Mom you're the best! Come on we better find Sasha I think I left her somewhere in the museum."

At the same time, Terry was having his own family moment. He was a lot happier at school. He had started to make some friends with both his age mates including a super smart pink hair girl and Dick's friends were starting to get use to him. He even got revenge on his tormentors' using some chemicals to melt their belts causing their pants to fall down. Now he was sitting in the dinning room waiting to hear what his Father had to say. He'd been strangely quite since they arrived home last night.

"So how long am I grounded?"

"Your not, I've decided to suspend your grounding, on advice from Alfred. He gave me a real sassing last night and made me realize that I haven't really given you much of chance to bond since you arrived at the Manor. Terry, I wanted to give you a more normal life then I had, but I see now that's not possible being who you are. I thought if I trained you like Dick, I could help protect you from Cadmus, but you're not him and you have different needs. I am very proud of you and all that you've accomplished, even if I don't say it. You're an important part of my life and I'm not mad about you seeking out your mother. If my parents were still alive, I do anything to see them. That being said we need to establish some rules here."

"Such as?"

"First, I can transfer you to a magnet school where you won't be so bored if you wish it. I only put you in Dick's school to keep an eye on you. I wanted to make sure you were safe."

"I know and its okay I like it there. My IQ is still growing and I have friends now."

"Second, I still don't want you on patrol for many reasons, but you can help out in the cave and advice us on the patrols. When you're twelve and bit bigger you can join us. You will still be an active member of Young Justice and allowed on those missions."

"Sounds fair and what else?"

"Follow me, Alfred and Dick should be done with your room's make over," Bruce said picking him up and carrying him to his room. They opened the door where Alfred and Dick were smiling. Bruce set the boy down and smiled at how happy Terry looked. The room had been painted a navy blue and the antique furniture replaced with a more modern look. Glow in the dark stars dotted the ceiling in constellation patterns while models of planets and space ships hung on wires. Posters of Star Trek and dogs hung on the walls and his book shelves had copies of the books along with a DVD cabinet full of all the Star Trek movies along with dog movies. A chest full of action figures rested at the foot of his bed now shaped like the Delta Flyer from Star Trek Voyager.

"Do you like the changes we made Master Terry?"

"I love it! This is so cool it looks exactly like the Delta Flyer right down to the knobs. Oh this is amazing a mint condition pre plague Klingon with a bathelet! Oh I love this dog figurine! This is so great!"

"Glad you like it. So you up for a movie night?" Dick asked as the family settled in to watch Star Trek 2009.

Later that week, the King of Atlantis and his wife were enjoying a picnic in a State Park by a beautiful lake and waterfall with the two Thanigarians. Kaldur and Shania were climbing up to the top of the cliffs to get a better view of the area.

"This was a splendid idea. This place is almost as beautiful as our own Atlantis. I can understand why you come here to recharge," Aquaman said.

"Thank you it reminds us a bit of Thanagar's own wilderness."

"How is Shania doing? Garth and Tula are always asking about her."

"That's nice to know, to answer your question Shania is happy. She joined two clubs and is very active with some new friends. I think she's finally adjusting and we couldn't be happier. Now her dating Kaldur that's another matter entirely."

Up on the cliffs, Shania was calling out to her avian brethren talking to two circling eagles above. They chatted about their day and gave her encouragement to say what she was really feeling. She agreed and watched them fly away. "Did you know that some species of eagles stay mated for life and use the same nest over and over? When I'm up here looking at valley below I feel as if for once in my life I'm part of the world."

"I get the same feeling every time I visit Atlantis. I apologize for my behavior Shania; I was scared of my feelings for you. I was still trying to get over Tula and you were still adjusting to the world I didn't want to push you into something you were ready for."

"I'm still not sure if a relationship is something I'm ready for Kaldur, but if we take it slow I think we'll be okay," Shania told him as they held hands and watched the sunset.

Lucas was trying to remember what Artemis said about mother's loving their kids as he sat the table, with his Uncle Hal while his dad picked up Mari Jiwe McCabe aka his mom Vixen from the airport. He nervously fingered the death mask he finished hoping she like it.

The door opened and he heard a female voice scolding his father. "Honestly John, you can fly a mach speeds through space, but you can't handle getting from the airport and back without getting lost. You're truly a pathetic male."

"Well if you hadn't been threatening to cut off my balls if I wasted your time I would ooh!" John let out as gasp as Mari's suitcase hit him in the stomach as she shoved it to him. She ran into the room after getting a glimpse of the boy and hugged him tightly making Lucas squirm a bit.

"My my aren't you the most handsome fellow ever! I see you inherited my looks, which is a good thing trust me. Let me get a good luck at you. Ah, so you have all of John's powers huh and oh well you really are my son if the totem is reacting to you like this," Mari said as her necklace started glowing in Lucas presence.

"Miss Vixen, Mother, its nice to meet you. I made you something, I hope you like it," Lucas said handing her the mask which she promptly took and smiled. "It's a death mask to remember me by."

"Honey how could I ever forget you? You're the greatest treasure I've ever seen. When I first heard about you I was shocked, but also happy. Being a model doesn't really give you time to date or have kids. I would love to hear more about your life, but first Hal your not taking my son off world to meet a bunch of bald immortals who would want to kill him now are you?"

"No, I'm not. I contacted them last night and told them the whole story. They wanted to see you right away Lucas, but I convinced them to hold off for awhile. You're just a kid and you need some time to get use to Earth. You'll meet them one day, but for now I think you should tell us more about your art classes," Hal said as the family started talking.

In Smallville, Connor was sharing his musings with his father who was visiting for dinner. He'd been surprised when Connor showed him the notebook, but was really impressed by what he read. "This is really good Connor. It seems you finally found an outlet for your anger."

"Well thanks, um I was invited to join the literary magazine at school and I like it. I'm finally making some friends outside the group and for the first time in my life I feel at peace."

"That's good I'm glad. You wouldn't mind if I took some of this back to Metropolis to share with Lois? I think she might enjoy it as well."

"No problem, maybe she'll help get it published."

"Maybe so come on let's go have some dinner. I think Ma made my favorites." So father and son headed done to dinner for a well deserve rest. Connor couldn't help, but be happy that his father and him were now adjusted to each other and couldn't wait for the sleepover at Mount Justice at the end of the week.