When Robin is captured by Slade, the young hero must train under the twisted master and his henchmen in order to survive. But Robin will not be broken easily or without a fight. Warning: Dark fic and punishment, see warnings in first chapter.

"Sometimes it's the things we hide that bring the best people into our lives. Y'know...the people that come and never leave. The people that make you feel at home the second you see them." *Not your typical GAC/Zak story. No ghost hunting, just real life. Thanks for reading!* FINISHED. READ THE SEQUEL: STRANGERS.

My sequel to 'Helplessness'. Clint thought he'd gotten away from Tasha. During a mission in the Amazon he and Steve are captured. Clint's nightmare continues. Can Captain America keep Hawkeye alive until the remaining Avengers find them? Read to find out. WARNING: physical and sexual abuse ahead. Clint/Hawkeye centric.