Me: Sorry for the very long wait. I decided that I would not require a beta for this or the Teen Titans: The Curse of Slade story. So, my other stories will be betaed by Tigerfelix and Alibi2014. Thanks you two. :3

Disclaimer: (See Chapter 1)

I was on the roof once again for the 20th night in a row, looking out over the horizon where the sun was setting. I looked out blankly and didn't hear someone come up behind me. They sat down and acknowledged themselves.

"Beautiful view from up here, isn't it?"

I let a small smile grace my lips.

"Yes, it is Master," I said. "It always is."

Slade chuckled.

"Thinking about home Apprentice?" he asked in a more serious tone.

"Master, this is my home now," I said, not looking at him. "I do not think about the home I once had. I wouldn't even call it home."

I continued to stare blankly forward, my head bent slightly, arms on the rail.

Slade and I sat in silence for what seemed like forever.

I had failed my Master the other night and he punished me for it. I failed to retrieve the laser because the Titans had to interfere. I had been thinking about a lot of things on my mission, making me screw up big time.

"It's time for bed my Apprentice," Slade said standing.

He walked off and I followed.

I returned to my room, took my blue pills, and went to bed.

"You failed me again Apprentice."

"I know Master," I said. "And I'm sorry. I've just had a lot on my mind lately. I promise to try harder next time."

Slade was silent a few moments.

"Is there something you'd like to discuss with me Apprentice?" he asked.

I looked up at him.

"I… that is… no Master."

He observed me a few extra moments.

"You shouldn't lie to your Master, Apprentice," Slade said. "It will get you into trouble. Now I ask again; is there something you'd like to discuss with me?"

I looked right into my Master's eye.

"No, Master."

Master sighed.

"Rocky, I am your Master and you will tell me exactly why you are failing me. I do not want to hurt you Apprentice, but I will if you do not answer my question."

I looked down at the ground, my right arm at my side, with my left holding it in place, and I rocked back and forth.

"I… I was just wondering if Robin and I could… you know, do an assignment together," I said, choosing my words carefully. "And try going for the bigger fish, so to speak. You know… something bigger… something stronger than a thermal blaster or laser. I'm… just tired of all this kid stuff. I want harder assignments Master."

I was nervous, asking my Master this. I had failed him twice in a row. And for what? All because of wanting something bigger? What the heck was wrong with me?

I could still feel Master's one cold eye on me and it sent shivers up and down my spine.

"There is… something… that I want from you my Apprentice," Slade said. "Its under very tight security measures and very difficult to take. But I only want you to get it for me."

"What is it Master?" I asked, sounding eager, like a puppy to its Master.

I hope I'm not developing Stockholm Syndrome.

"It is a device with electricity coursing through its components," Master said. "It can send 5,000 volts of electricity through one's body, killing the victim instantly. Get it for me tonight, won't you."

"Yes Master," I said.

I left and returned to my room. I took a twenty-minute shower, washed off, and put my other Apprentice uniform on. I turned on my computer, logged-in, and checked my mail. I only had a Yahoo enhancement setting that I could try, but I threw it away. I looked at the time on the computer, when a thing popped up.

Courtney C. has signed in.

I did a double take.

That's not possible. What the-?

A new message came up.

Courtney C. has just logged out.

My mouth was slightly open, a look of pure shock on my face.

"You should be dead," I said quietly. "You guys are still missing. You can't be near a computer."

All these thoughts were flying around in my head and they gave me a headache. I shook my head and turned off the computer.

You're probably haunting me. That's it. You're just trying to screw with my head. Your spirits, your souls, are haunting me because of what I've done. Well I'll never give in to you. I won't let you break me like Master did. Now leave me alone. You are dead and are never coming back.

"Apprentice!"

I fell out of my chair and landed hard on my ass. I had my eyes closed. I opened them.

"Sorry Master," I said rubbing my head. "I was lost in thought. I just thought I saw Courtney logged on in Yahoo messenger… it was stupid. I… I'm sorry."

I didn't look at him.

"I think you should get some rest."

I looked up at him.

"Sorry?"

"I said you should get some rest," Slade repeated. "It is clear to me that you are not ready for this assignment just yet. You get some sleep. You can do this assignment tomorrow."

"But Master, I-"

"Do as I say Apprentice."

I sighed.

"Yes Master."

"Good boy."

He left.

I stood up, took off my gloves, and lay on my bed. I rested my head on my arms and stared at the ceiling. I slowly closed my eyes and fell asleep.

"You really need to stop this kid!" Cyborg shouted.

I jumped away from his Sonic Cannon blast and attacked Beast Boy. I lashed out at him with my Staff. He turned into a bee and flew away from it. Starfire fired her Starbolts and Raven did her chant. The electricity shocker was encased in black aura and was pulled from my utility belt.

"No!" I shouted.

I lunged for it and missed. I landed on my stomach.

Starbolts, black energy, and Sonic Cannons were fired at me and smoke rose from the wreckage. A Starbolt grazed my shoulder and leg. I clenched my teeth in pain, trying to stop myself from screaming in pain.

"Dude, you are under arrest," Beast Boy said. "Either you come quietly or we'll have to get rough."

I slowly rose to my feet, holding my left shoulder with my right hand. I was shaking form the pain.

"Give… me… that shocker," I said with difficulty. "Give it… to me."

"No way man," Cyborg said.

'Fight back Apprentice.'

I closed my eyes in pain.

"Friend Cyborg… he does not look so good," Starfire said. "He is hurt and needs the medical attention. Why do we not just take him to the Tower, heal his wounds, and then take him to the jail?"

I opened my eyes and looked at the Titans.

"Dude, maybe Star is right," Beast Boy said.

"I agree with Beast Boy," Raven said.

'Apprentice! Attack while they're distracted!'

A fireball emerged in front of me and was sent towards the Titans. They jumped out of the way. I sent wind and water at Raven, who had the shocker. She was hit and I sent the rest of the Titans flying. The shocker fell to the ground and broke. I slowly made my way to it, bent down, picked it up, and tried to return to the lair. I fell before I could move.

"Master… h-help… me. Please."

I relaxed and fell unconscious.

"Apprentice. Apprentice, wake up."

My eyes slowly fluttered open. Pain shot through my shoulder and leg. I tried to sit up, but Slade pushed me back down.

"M-Master…"

"Shh! You're alright now Apprentice," Slade said. "There's no need to speak. You are in pain, drugged up, and tired. And there's no need to ask if your mission was a success. I got you just in time and grabbed the shocker. You did well last night Apprentice." Slade pushed my bangs back and checked my forehead. "You will be back on your feet by tomorrow. Now go back to sleep."

I slowly nodded my head. Slade left, closing the door behind him. I sat up and grabbed my aching shoulder with my hand. My leg was bandaged up where Star's Starbolt hit. I only had on my black boxers and my body ached.

"St-stupid… Titans," I stammered. "I-I will… make you… pay… for this you Bastards."

I lay back down, closed my eyes, and fell asleep.

"Hey."

"What… do… you… want?" I asked.

I was punching the large punching bag in the training room and was getting tired. I punched with every word I spoke.

"Just checking up on you," Robin said. "Um… maybe you should stop. You might hurt yourself."

"Shut… up… Robin," I said with gritted teeth. "I… need… to… push… myself… harder… so that I… don't… loose to the… Titans… again."

I did a Roundhouse kick and hit the punching bag. I punched it some more afterwards.

"Take a short break at least," Robin said. "You wouldn't want… Oof!"

Robin fell to the floor after I punched him in the face. I seethed in rage. When I saw the blood coming out Robin's nose, I stopped breathing all together for a few seconds.

"Robin! I'm so sorry," I said coming to his side. "Are you okay?"

Robin sat up and wiped his nose.

"No, its okay," he said, clearly not mad. "You didn't mean to. It was just an accident."

"Are you sure?"

"Yeah. I'll be okay. Promise," Robin said wiping his nose again.

I helped him to his feet.

"I'm really sorry," I said. "I wasn't thinking clearly."

Robin wiped his nose one last time and the blood stopped flowing.

"But you were thinking about something," he said. "Go ahead. You can tell me."

I turned away from him.

"I wasn't thinking about anyone," I said. "I mean something. I wasn't thinking about something."

"You miss them, don't you?"

I faced him.

"Who?" I asked.

"Your friends."

"I don't know what you're talking about," I said defiantly.

"Stop denying it Rocky," Robin said. "You miss Courtney, Sheilee, Alan, and Lea. Admit it."

"I don't miss those liars," I said angrily.

"You're the liar Rocky," Robin said. "You're lying to yourself. You miss them and you know it. Now admit it." I looked behind Robin and my eyes widened. "What is it?" Robin asked. He turned around and Slade was standing right behind him, a little too close for comfort. Robin backed away quickly. "Slade. I was just-"

Slade moved so fast, Robin didn't have time to dodge the fist coming towards his stomach. Robin fell to the floor and coughed.

"Robin? Why are you filling Rocky's head with lies?" he asked.

"They're… They're not lies," Robin breathed out.

"If he says he doesn't miss his so-called friends, then he's telling the truth," Slade said ignoring Robin's statement. "Do we have an understanding?"

"Yes, sir," Robin said.

Slade crouched next to Robin and lifted his head by the hair.

"I think it's about time you start calling me Master Robin," he said. "I wouldn't want to damage you beyond repair."

"It's a little late for that don't you think?" Robin asked in defiance. "You've broken Rocky beyond repair. And he's your perfect Apprentice, as you put it… Master."

Robin yelped as Slade's grip tightened.

"Soon it will be too late for you Robin," Slade said. "Your life is still in my hands. And your friends have the same fate."

I stood still and quiet the whole time, but my fists were clenched.

"I… am… not… broken!" I shouted, my fist going towards Slade's head.

He looked up just in time for my fist to connect with his masked faced. He flew across the floor and skidded to a halt. I formed fire into my hands and threw it at my Master. The fire hit him in the chest. His armor had burn marks on it and was turned even blacker than before.

I fell to the floor and clutched my head.

"Rocky! Snap out of it!" Robin shouted

"I am not broken!" I shouted. "I'm not broken! I'm not, I'm not, I'm not!"

Robin was pushed aside and large hands grabbed my shoulders. Tears of pain and anger streamed down my face.

"Apprentice! Calm down! Do as I command!"

I tried pushing away from Slade, but he wouldn't let me go.

"I am not broken!" I shouted angrily. "I am not broken!"

Slade shook my shoulders, trying to stop my ranting.

"Stop this now Apprentice!" he shouted. "You must listen to me!"

I screamed from the pain that coursed through my head. I could hear my friend's voices in my head and it hurt.

"Get out of my head!" I shouted, still clutching my head. "Get away from me! You're not real! You're not alive! You're dead! YOU'RE ALL DEAD!"

I felt something prick my arm and, seconds later, the pain in my head deceased and I fell forward into Slade's arms. Tears streamed down my face and onto the floor. I could feel Robin's gaze on me and I wished he'd look away. I sobbed into Slade's chest. He rubbed my back and tried to calm me.

"Shh! You'll be alright now Apprentice," Slade said. "The voices are gone and so is the pain."

I slid my legs out from underneath me and sat down. I could tell that Robin had a look of shock, concern, worry, and confusion on his face. He was still on the floor and Slade's head shifted. I was still sobbing. Slade was rubbing my arm to sooth me and it helped slightly.

I was getting sleepy and my sobbing stopped. Tears still streamed down my face, but my body was relaxing.

I closed my eyes and fell asleep.

Me: Very emotional chapter. Holy crap it was sad. I feel like crying. (Crickets chirping) Okay, maybe not that emotional, but it was pretty bad. The emotions I mean, not the chapter. Um, just review, I guess. Bye.

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