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I got quite a few PMs saying how Starfire's so OOC well, if you were an alien abiding by the Earthen rules and they accuse you of murder, make you stay in prison for six years of your life to find out that the accusation was all false, you wouldn't be the same bubbly person. A lot can happen over that time frame, just saying.
Wow, already at the tenth chapter. This was supposed to be a short story. And we're only like half way finished. Sorry for the long wait guys. This chapter is a bit longer than the others. Thank you all so much for reading and reviewing this story! It gives me so much hope. So here it is, just as promised. And there's so much plot going on. About the plot, so much escalates so please bare with me! Enjoy and until next time!
Opening and slamming doors, raising windows to crawl through. Escaping. Tired of suffocating from all of the close walls. The architecture of this building a major hazard to safety and sanity. Twisting, desperately pulling on doorknobs to leave and make the exit that was desperately hoped for. Exhaustion from being trapped all your life, banging on the on and only exit. The doorknob being jiggled in every which way as if forgotten how doors work. And that's when you realize, all this time, you've been behind bars. Freedom is right in front of you, but you dare to break free.
Tuesday
8:50 AM
Jump City All Woman's Jail
The hallway was dimly lit and the flooring was grey with smudges. Behind the locked door is access to all of the cells provided to the prisoners. All of the cages given to the people who committed crimes were right in front of me. For once I was on the other side. I remember my cell; both of them. The one I shared on Earth with Jolene and another bulky woman. There had been an overflowing issue with the Jump City prison. Mostly because of the Titans putting more criminals in jail but, also because more people want to challenge the Titans.
Needless to say the prisons here were much nicer than the ones I've experienced in the past.
I memorized Donna's cell number. The only sound was the clicking of my boots as I walked. Similar to when I was walking to Jinx's hospital room. It was like my longest fingernail pressing the same key one a computer keyboard. There was a police officer standing outside of almost every cell. Probably about seven in total all on patrol in case something went wrong.
It wasn't quiet and it was somewhat empty. Most of the girls, since it was morning, were out doing recreation or working for pieces of chewing gum and playing cards. I say working as in making license plates and signs for the road. Helping out the staff doing the laundry, patching up their only two pairs of uniform. I guess it was better to have something to do for the rest of your life than nothing at all.
The few ladies who were in their cells were either asleep, arguing with their roommate or peeing/puking. Most just gawked at me as I walked cautiously. The smell was putrid and horrid. Absolutely foul. A mix of urine and bad breath from the woman who're talking. I suppose I was used to the smell after living here for six years.
Walking a bit forward I saw Donna and all her glory. She was still in bed, wide awake. This was strange as it was nearly nine in the morning. Usually we woke early to get our laundry done or take care of personal hygiene in the communal bathrooms. They had license plates and street signs that needed to be made to earn chewing gum and playing cards, breakfast was normally served around this time and other activities. So many things to do while in prison and she laid shifting periodically underneath the tattered blanket.
"Donna."
"It's not visiting hours,"Her voice cracked.
I sighed at her attitude.
She lifted her head up from the covers to reveal a knotty black mop. I could see the crust of drool from the other side of the bars. She groaned and stretched before lying back down on her back. Her long, pale leg hung limply on the edge of the twin-sized bed.
"I was just checking up on you. All I have to do is visit Jinx next but-"
A low grumble escaped her lips,"Just cut it out already, please Starfire, drop the fucking act. Please. I don't need to be babysat, I really don't. I mean look at this place. There's officers all around this place because this is a jail. I can't screw up anymore than I already have so stop caring. It's getting fucking annoying."
"I still think we're being set up. Someone wants us to be in prison. I mean Jinx is an actual criminal but you and I had an unfair trial. And it's not an act Don, I'm dead serious."
She giggled,"I know and it's so annoying. You're always so serious, taking everything literally. That's probably why you and bird boy didn't work out. You're both serious and focused. I mean, of course you can have your fun moments but mostly your trying to fit in on this stupid planet. That's why you like Red X. He's laid back and you're...you're up tight. Opposites attract, like me and you."
"Gee, thanks Donna. I come here to see you and you yell at me to drop an act I don't have. I'm on your side here. I've been in your shoes for six years and more however, no one was there to check on my well being. Don't be such a toad."
Donna brushed it off,"Oh please, I yell at you all the time. Suck it up, babe. Or just suck it."
"You don't have anything to suck," I deadpanned.
She shimmied with her bulky shoulders, swinging her breasts left and right. I rolled my eyes at her immaturity but couldn't help the smile grace my features. When she finally stopped her shaking and her chest area became still, she stood up to put on clothes. Or rather her uniform, an all orange onezie. She licked her rough Amazonian hands and ran it over her raven hair.
"You're absolutely disgusting."
"You still love me, though," She said half heartedly.
I picked up on the change of atmosphere,"Hey, are you okay?"
She strutted to the buzzer to ring for an officer to walk her to another room. She pressed the tiny red button approximately ten times before another set of footsteps were heard walking down the hall. Her blue eyes then looked up to my emerald ones as she fastened her suit.
In a bored tone she spoke,"Fucking peachy. Now can you leave? Me and Jolene are gonna play Uno, without you."
I stepped out of the way so the security could unlock the cell and escort her. At her words I felt a pang of pain, as I knew it was a harmless tease and that she probably didn't think twice about before speaking out, I couldn't help but take it as an insult. Her smile was friendly and nice but words rubbed off on me the wrong way.
"..Yeah," I said absently.
We began to go off in different directions; figuratively and literally. The exit slowly became closer as I replayed our conversation. I didn't even know where she was going to. A part of me hoped she was going to eat breakfast and the other half me wanted her to hit the showers and think about what she said. My face heated with anger as her voice echoed in my head. How dare she call me uptight and annoying...after the effort I've put in for her.
But this was Donna we're talking about here. I can't get caught up in her words.
9:25 AM
Jump City's All Woman Jail
"That was quick, everything okay hun?"
I looked back and saw her, Clara's bangs brushed back and she seemed calmed compared to the first time we spoke. I nodded and broke into a fake smile before walking out the doors into the warm spring air.
It was going to be summer soon, vacations and everyone out of school. Shimmering sunshine and blazing heat waves. Going from spring flings to burning summer desire. More hot guys..I wasn't prepared. I had absolutely no idea on what I would be doing or what I'm getting myself into. Going from one guy to another most likely will lead to two heartbreaks.
I'd have to build a wall. A wall to block excessive friendships and relationships. Things shouldn't need to get more complicated than they already are. I'd have to close myself off. Choose one path and stick with it. I began power walking back to the Tower, where I was currently staying. Only for the time being. There was too much on my mind to summon enough joy to fly back across town. I started towards a bus stop, planning to be a regular civilian for an hour and take a normal mode of transportation. However, the way the breeze blew my hair and the sun shone down on my cheeks I could not resist the temptation. It was a huge risk I was going to take, flying that high all the way back.
Somewhere in the back of my mind I knew I could do it. If I stayed on track and didn't get distracted. I stopped walking and slowing lifted off the ground feeling energized and invincible. A real smile graced my features and I was high above the clouds. All of the Red X and NightWing bullshit was behind me...No, underneath me. My argument with Raven was almost forgotten as I peacefully flew to the place I had to stay. It was Donna and Jinx that nearly made me tumble to the ground.
And also the agonizing screams from the nearby mall below.
Gracefully, I dipped down and landed at the entrance.
A few fleeing people here and there with their children but not a massive group. Possibly due to the earliness of the morning and the not to long ago opening of the mall. Easily, I swooped into the sliding doors of the city's small shopping center and walked in.
Nothing was heavily out of the ordinary. There were about two potted plants spilled over the freshly mopped floor that caught my eyes, and a knocked down yellow sign to warn others of the wet floor. I concluded that it was from all of the people rushing out but my guard stayed up nonetheless.
"Hey cutie, wanna grab a sandwich?"
I spun around so quickly my hair whipped into my face. I brushed the sudden bush of vermilion away from my eyes sheepishly. He was here. Knowing him, he probably was here to draw attention to himself. A little part of me was hoping he was causing a distraction to see me. That foolish part of me felt flattered at the idea of him being here from Gotham to communicate with me and only me. That desire was bubbling inside of me violently, wanting him to desperately take of the mask and just hold me in a tight embrace.
I shivered just thinking about his arms around me.
His masked voice was so uninviting and unromantic but intriguing, I had to join. I had to reply something flirty yet witty to his question. Quick, say something flirty, to make him more interested with you.
"Halt, you are not welcomed to cause damage to this public place any longer. You shall surrender and return the suit to the Titans."
Great, now he was going to think I'm some low-life, stuck-up goody-two-shoes. Donna already sees me through those lenses.
I could feel the smirk on his face,"See, I like that about you. I think it's cute. You enforce justice so much yet you were the one who got caught."
Donna was right. Red X was the opposite of me and Donna. He was relaxed and casual with a soothing stance oozing from him.
Just say something laid-back and casual,"Uh, thanks, I guess. What are you doing here, causing chaos for fun?"
He chuckled,"Just wanted to see you possibly hang out. You've been gone for a long time, I almost miss you."
My heart leapt in my chest,"But you're a villain and I am a hero. We cannot 'hang out'. And you certainly cannot miss me because I am a hero, a Titan."
"I said 'almost'. And there you are, always following the rules. I came all the way from Gotham to see you and you say we can't hang. It's not like I'm asking you on a date or anything so we're not breaking any important rules. Just, come eat a sandwich with me and tell me how jail was hero."
Say no,"No."
He shrugged and muttered an 'I tried.' I was mentally slapping myself.
A/N: Don't worry! Chapter eleven is already written and on the way soon! Again, sorry for the delay but please review! You guys are so inspiring!