To: Evidentspirit
Chapter Ten: Some Mexican Place
And just who the hell do you think you are?
Who did you call to get this?
Is it who I think it is?
Is it who I think it is?
I swear to God I'm gonna kill him
-Taking Back Sunday "The Union"
"Yeah, tonight, I'm not sure where, hold on let me ask." Raven covered the mouth piece out of habit, "Kori!"
Kori's head of red hair swished in as she blinked her eyes in Raven's dark room, "Yes?"
"What's the name of the restaurant you and Roy are going to?"
"I am not sure, he said something about a Mexican place, and I wasn't really paying attention,"
"All right, g'd night." Raven glanced at her clock, the red digital lights changed to 3:01 am
"Yes pleasant snorvacks Raven," Kori rubbed her green eyes. She yawned then re-entered her own room. "Raven!" She called from her room, "who are you on the speaking device with at three o'clock in the morning?"
Raven replied by picking up a violet throw pillow and hurling it at the wall from which Kori's voice resounded from. "Did you hear that? Some Mexican place." She held the phone away from her ear, "I'm aware that Jump City has about five on different sides of the city," She sighed. "It's late go to bed, I don't know why you thought a three in the morning call was what I needed." She hung up and collapsed on her pillow.
-Dick's-
"I swear that woman thinks she's in the matrix, never says goodbye," Dick glanced at the clock. A few more hours wouldn't kill me, he thought as he began to search things on google.
Roy Harper: 10,000 matches. Damn it, he cursed mentally as he typed other things in. How am I supposed to help Kori if I don't know where to start? He ran a hand through his messy black hair. He looked at his makeshift picture frame; Kori's ever smiling face beamed up at him.
I can't believe I let you go, he thought to the photo. Gently he touched the captured memory; what ever he's up to I won't let him hurt you, he promised. Averting his glance to the computer he stood up to pour a cup of coffee and sat back down, "this is going to be a long night,"
-Raven and Kori's-
"Here Fido, come here sweet kitty," Kori called patting the violet duvet on her bed. With the tingling of a bell a tall orange tabby cat leapt onto her bed. Its purrs were loud and crying out for attention as it brushed against her chest.
"I found it in some rubble, no tags. I thought you might like it," Dick presented the tiny kitten to her; a large red bow adorned its neck.
Kori felt a dopey grin grace her face, "it is very cute Robin, thank you,"
He had no idea the cat would grow to be as viscous as a tiger, it had taken to Raven's room. Normally ending up trapped in the room, Kori did not see the cat for days.
"Let us sleep Fido, tomorrow I must awaken and watch Dana." Kori yawned then rolled over.
"Incase you require anything," Kori whispered slipping a set of keys into Dick's hand. She couldn't stop the smile that crossed her face as she reached behind her to pull the door open.
"Hold on," Dick stopped her by grabbing one of her thin wrists and pulling her towards him, "here," he pressed something cold into her hand as well. She smiled at him knowing full well what it was. She kissed his lips briefly then entered the apartment.
Kori leaned against the door and sighed dreamily, "he is perfect," she sighed with a smile…
Kori jerked awake, why must I continue to dream about him? Her alarm glowed nine o'clock, I am fortunate for the weekend. "Raven are you awake?" She whispered.
"Yeah, I've been up for a while. Didn't get much sleep."
"Oh," Kori entered the kitchen and returned to the living room moments later with a bottle of Green Tea in her hands. "I am seeing Roy this evening," she said in a quiet voice, she held the bottle between her legs and stared down at her palms.
"Some how I don't think you're very pleased with the situation." Raven answered her head was thrown back in meditation, candles lit and surrounding her. Kori inhaled the scent of vanilla and mint and sighed.
"It is not that… entirely. I am very happy to be with Roy, I think, he is charming, and nice, and somewhat good looking,"
"But," Raven filled in.
"But I cannot repress my constant feelings for Robin. Tell me Raven; is that odd?" Kori asked wordily.
"No, it's not odd at all, actually." She began, only to be interrupted by the ringing of the phone ringing. "It's your parent's" she glanced briefly at the caller ID.
Kori's widened and reflected, terror and shock. Slowly she picked up the phone and answered "Hello?"
"Kori, how are you?" a woman's voice asked.
"Fine mother," Kori answered weakly.
"That's good," Kori furrowed her brows, "I suppose you're wondering why I called.
"Yes I am," Kori answered expectantly.
"You haven't called us for a while. We haven't spoken since Christmas two years ago, have you got a ring on your finger yet?" She asked teasingly.
Kori choked up in shock, "No mother not yet, I am sure that it shall happen soon."
"That's lovely," Kori bit her lip nervously, Raven noticed and mouthed what, Kori shook her head.
"Mom this conversation must continue later. I have a very important thing to do shortly. I love you, bye." Kori quickly hit the off button and sat on the couch. "I do not believe she asked that," she muttered. More memories filled her mind;
Christmas, the most joyous day of the year. Kori sat in her car next to Dick, they came to a red light and Dick nervously began to drum into the steering wheel. Kori placed one of her hands over his, "they will like you I promise." She leaned over and kissed his cheek. "Do not fret,"
"I can't help it. What if they loathe me?" Dick asked. Kori noted his nervousness was completely out of character and gave him another reassuring look. He continued to drive until he came to the address.
The house stood high and white, the windows each held a small artificial candle, and the door decorated with festive wreath. Dick looked in awe and double checked the address in vain. "Wow Kori, your parent's house is…Amazing"
"Come on, I want you to meet them." Kori took hold of his wrist and led him into the house. "Mother, Father!" Her voice rang through the halls. "I am here, with my guest!"
"Kori," Her mother walked up to her and pulled her into a large hug. She turned to Dick "you must be Richard; Kori said you preferred Dick though, I'm Audrey," She introduced herself.
The days continued in such a manner of meeting new people, trying strange new foods and following through with odd traditions. Christmas Eve was an event to be remembered, Dick had been entertaining the smaller children as Kori helped in the kitchen. When her task was complete she stood in the doorway and watched him. "He's a keeper Kori, I'm sure of it." Her mother smiled a rare smile. "I wouldn't be surprised if next time we see you there's a ring on your finger."
Kori's green eyes widened in shock; "mother!" she cried in a shocked tone, "do not get too ahead of yourself." Though as she watched him she couldn't help but realize that the same thoughts had been floating in her own mind.
"I never told her Dick and I discontinued our relationship. She has hopes that we shall be engaged soon," Kori laughed in a breathless sort of way. "They enjoyed his company; I did not have the heart to tell them that I was no longer seeing him."
"I won't tell if you don't," Raven assured going back into her meditative stance. Kori smiled warmly at the reassurance. "What time are you meeting him?"
"Around seven," Kori answered glancing back at the clock, 12:30, "Is there anything to clean?"
-Dick's-
The computer screen glowed and mixed with the afternoon sunlight, radiating into Dick's apartment. A groan emits from the sleeping man using the keyboard as a pillow. He sat up groggily, ebon hair more tousled than usual. A glance at the monitor and his eyes widened 3:02, I still haven't found anything on Harper, and he mentally glared at himself.
He looked up at the searches and clicked on the last one he had found Joseph "Jericho" Wilson died in car accident, Roy "Speedy" Harper took first place trophy instead.
That's not suspicious, Dick thought reading more headlines. Gizmo Tech killed in racing incident, Harper takes home Gold. As he continued to read on Dick discovered these coincidences were not so simple. Each accident was during a Harper race. Harper was in the car though, who could have caused the accidents?…
-Kori and Raven's apartment-
"What does this dress say to you?" Kori asked holding up a simple strapless green dress in front of herself. Raven who had been reading a magazine from the beginning of Kori's outfit adventure had looked up the slightest bit to reply.
"I'm eager to take this relationship further,"
"Hmm…" Kori frowned in the mirror. "What color do you suggest?"
"Black,"
"You always suggest black, what about dark pink?" She inquired taking hold of a pink pleated dress. Raven threw her hand in the air as if to say do what ever you want, Kori began to dress and perform the "pre-date rituals". By seven ten she was prepared. At seven thirty she met Roy in front of an authentic looking Mexican restaurant
Both seemed completely unaware of the red motorcycle parked behind the building and its keeper. Dick removed the helmet and climbed off the bike, then headed into the crowded restaurant. Cactus plants were scattered among the entrance, Kori turned to look behind her, and quickly Dick hid behind a plant.
She turned and Dick cautiously peered out from behind the plant and spoke into his wrist, "Robin to the Perch, do you copy?"
"This is stupid," Raven's voice answered back in monotone.
"Do you copy Crow?"
"Yes I copy, proceed," She growled.
Dick followed the command and entered the seating area, taking a menu with him. He watched Roy pull the chair out for Kori and how she smiled and laughed when he did. A deep growl emitted from his throat. That was his smile!
Kori smiled politely and rested her chin in her palm as Roy spoke boastfully. Over his shoulder she could see a man with strangely spiky hair and a pair of sunglasses. She did a double take and realized that there was no man there. She mentally brought herself back to reality.
Dick glanced up cautiously from his position under his table, did she see him? God he hoped not, if his cover was blown only the man knew what would happen. Kori smiled slightly at another thing Roy said; this time it was a small smile. Dick sighed in relief.
"Can I get you something?" a waitress asked, Dick looked up horror struck, he forgot he had to order food.
"Water," He didn't hand her the menu. She sighed snootily and walked off.
Kori nibbled on the inside of her bottom lip; beneath the table her legs were crossing and uncrossing. Roy had stopped talking a few minutes prior, but Kori didn't notice, she was too busy peering over Roy's shoulder to get a better look at the mysterious stranger.
Roy cleared his throat in a manner drawing Kori's attention back to him. "So, are you watching Dana tomorrow?"
"Yes for a large portion of the day I shall tend to her," Kori replied politely. Roy muted something in response. Kori was about to ask him to repeat his remark when two things happened. One: their orders came, and two: the mysterious man spoke into his wrist. As Kori strained her ears to hear his voice to no avail, he may as well have been mute.
Dick hissed into his wrist, speaking with Raven, "what do you mean you have to go?"
"It's eight thirty, I have a date," Raven answered calmly. "Now, I will be leaving." She paused then with what he could only guess was a taunting grin in her voice she added "over,"
"Damn," he hissed. With a glance at Kori and Roy he took another note to himself with a smile, she wasn't registering anything that the man was saying, her eyes were averted and looking down at her food.
Kori's evening was completed with a simple peck on the cheek and another dinner invitation from Roy for Wednesday.
End Chapter Ten
A/N: Sorry for the late Update everyone! I really wanted to finish another fic and post it as well, and I was feeling kind of lazy and didn't want to sit still at the computer, so I had to wait
Wow, this is a really quick update before Tuesday the 17th in which I will not be able to post or review, therefore causing withdrawals. Lucky for me I have a plan for chapter eleven, so therefore I shall be writing in that. I love you guys so much! Much happiness, Thanks to:
Chibi Kitty Sorceress- Cool Cat96-RRKL-RobinRox13-Solodancer689-Michael Bulaich- awww
Stormy Dreamer- I never thought I would update either, forgive me. Horray you killed him! I knew many would be happy about the loss of Gabrielle.
starrobin4eva- I don't know the exact name, but it was on the same street as Times Square, and around fifty third to fifty ninth? Perhaps, I really don't know, I saw it and pulled my father back later, sorry
Mango Sam-Your inputs don't annoy me at all. I get what you mean totally. They definitely get back together; don't worry your mind is not alone.
sweetiehartieangel369- I thought I made I pretty obvious as to who the intruder is, you get a flower for guessing right! (hands sparkly paper flower) Gabrielle was supposed to be obnoxious, I thought her as the mean girl in class that you hate, so that it was easy to id with Kori.
Hanako110- I totally recommend going, take a pic of the cup of noodles. I hope you get to go sometime; everyone should go at least once.
Flying Star too lazy....- he gets lower I think. Red helped me with the crimes. Course they suspect, poor Kori is totally oblivious though.
PixieGirl2009- Soon you'll find out what exactly is going on. All will be explained.
Starxfire- It's no problem I hope you enjoyed your birthday. Near Times Square somewhere, they had the shirt hanging on a hanger outside. Neat-o! It's as if you read my mind…
Seventy5ive- Really? That's so cool, though I know for a fact sisters hate being pushed off the computer table. My sister certainly does…I did read your update, and I did update!
DIWaRrIa- finally after all my planning I got to the plot. You'll see what happens with Roy and Kori, and I knew you would like that part of the thing
Jeanniestorm-how is it that everyone's reading my mind today? Yes she is able to, flashback will soon tell you how
I'll update when the site lets me!