Justice League and its characters belong to Brandon Vietti and Greg Weisman
I only own my OC, Emma Miyazaki AKA Blue Jay (Who is not a Mary Sue)
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Blue Jay
Chapter 21: A Moment in the Snow
Watchtower
November 25, 06:54 EST
Batman, Wonder Woman and Superman stood together on one of the large extending platforms within the Watchtower, overlooking the gardens, where a flock of birds were chirping and squawking as they went by.
"Times like these."Black Canary said solemnly. "One feels the very weight of the world upon us."
The sound of footsteps from behind made all three Leaguers turn to see Aquaman walking towards them from deeper inside the Watchtower.
"Everyone is here."Aquaman stated.
The other three heroes followed him into the meeting room of the Watchtower, where Flash, both Green Lanterns, Red Tornado, Captain Marvel, Captain Atom, Green Arrow, Black Canary, Martian Manhunter, Doctor Fate and the Hawks were all waiting for them.
As Batman, Aquaman, Wonder Woman, and Superman walked inside the room, panels started to slide down, sealing off the room for privacy before Aquaman spoke up again.
"Our agenda is clear."Aquaman declared. "What's at stake should not be underestimated."
"The decisions we make today will reverberate for years to come."Superman explained.
"And influence whether or not the world continues to put their trust in the Justice League."Wonder Woman added.
"Please, take your seats."Batman instructed. "We have work to do."
Once everyone had sat down at the large, horseshoe-shaped table in the center of the room, Martian Manhunter stood up to give his opinion.
"Another expansion of the League could generate another escalation of hostilities from our enemies."Martian Manhunter commented. "No one needs or wants another Injustice League."
"Point taken."Superman cut in from his spot beside Martian Manhunter. "But, the option remains to vote 'no' on all candidates. So, I nominate Icon for League membership."
A holo-screen appeared above the table and showcased a tall dark-skinned man with a stern look on his face.
"Why?"Green Arrow scoffed. "Because you suspect Icon might be Kryptonian? Like you did with Captain Marvel?"
"You thought I was Kryptonian?"Captain Marvel asked with a smile. "Cool!"
Superman and Wonder Woman stared at the other hero for a moment.
"Icon interests me also."Wonder Woman said quietly before bringing forth another holo-screen, this one as a young woman with short hair and brown skin. "As does his protege, Rocket. Athena knows the League could use more female members."
Black Canary smirked. "Agreed."
"Here here."Hawkgirl said.
Black Canary and Hawkgirl gave their agreement while the male members of the Justice League looked fairly disconcerted.
A image of a well-built young man of average height with light tan skin and spiky red hair wearing a black mask known as Draco appeared on the screen.
Draco wore a black t-shirt, black and white pants with multiple brown belts over his chest which were used to carry his sword, strapped black gloves and a pair of black combat boots.
He was Hawkman's protégé and appeared to be fifteen years old.
"I nominate Draco."Hawkman declared with a hint of pride. "He has more experience and excellent fighting skills."
"Then, I nominate Red Arrow."Green Arrow admitted. "Roy is not a kid anymore. He's eighteen, a legal adult. He's ready."
"No."Superman answered simply. "Red Arrow may be eighteen, but the rest of the Team is too young. We're not inducting children into the League."
Captain Marvel tugged at his collar, but didn't say anything.
"That seems myopic."Doctor Fate commented. "I have been one with Kid Flash and Aqualad. And though the latter continues to doubt her own abilities. Both are ready."
"And what of Zatanna?"Wonder Woman suggested.
"Absolutely not!"Doctor Fate interrupted angrily.
"That sounded almost protective, Doctor."Wonder Woman remarked. "At least we know Zatara is still in that Helmet somewhere."
"Why is Doctor Fate a member?"Captain Marvel questioned as he stood up and narrowed his eyes at the Lord of Order. "You coerced Zatara into giving up his life to you, or else lose his daughter. Not cool."
"Should such behavior be condoned?"Red Tornado asked.
"Zatara desires Doctor Fate remain in the League."Doctor Fate declared calmly.
"Oh, please."Green Arrow muttered in disbelief.
"It is true."Doctor Fate responded with his arms crossed. "Zatara's trust in Nabu is...measured. He desires the League to keep a close watch upon us."
"Plastic Man."Batman stated.
A holo-screen of Plastic Man appeared above the Justice League's meeting table and Captain Marvel let out a chuckle though he quickly covered it up with his hand.
"I don't know."Flash said, leaning forward in his seat and holding out a hand. "The guy's got a pretty substantial criminal record."
Captain Marvel burst out laughing, though he also quickly held up a hand to ward off any reprimands.
"Sorry."Captain Marvel apologised, wiping a tear that had escaped out of his eye. "I'm sorry. The guy just cracks me up."
Every other Leaguer was staring at Captain Marvel, as if they had all suddenly been reminded that, despite Superman's statement earlier that they weren't allowing children into the Justice League, the team of adult heroes, had, in fact, already inducted one.
"Maybe it's time we all talked about the elephant in the room?"Flash asked before addressing the rest of the League. "Should Captain Marvel stay a member, now that we really only know that he's ten years old?"
"He does possess an adult body and the Wisdom of Solomon."Red Tornado complemented.
"Wisdom."Aquaman interrupted in a sharp tone. "Does not equal maturity."
"Hey!"Captain Marvel exclaimed, a bit exasperated. "I'm sitting right here!"
"Then, Billy."Black Canary replied gently. "Maybe you should leave until we've hashed this out."
"No."Batman answered. "Captain Marvel is a member and is entitled to participate until or unless he's voted out."
"It's not just his age."Wonder Woman interrupted sternly. "It's the fact that he lied about it."
"I didn't lie...exactly."Captain Marvel said before glancing to the side. "I just left out the part about being a kid."
"A lie of omission is still a lie."Wonder Woman admitted. "You kept an important secret from us. No one in the League knew the truth."
"I knew."Batman declared honestly.
Wonder Woman twisted around in her chair to glare at the Dark Knight, fists clenched above the table.
"I don't know why I'm surprised."Wonder Woman retorted. "Since you indoctrinated Robin into crime-fighting at the ripe old age of nine."
"Robin needed to help bring the man who murdered his family to justice..."Batman started.
"So he could turn out like you?"Wonder Woman scoffed.
"So that he wouldn't."Batman corrected calmly.
"What about Blue Jay?"Black Canary questioned. "She's your second protégé. Did you tell her everything? Including her family ties? She has the right to know."
"She is still young."Batman replied. "I will tell her when she is ready."
Wonder Woman frowned. "All of them are young, Batman."
Miyazaki House
December 1st, 10:58 EDT
Emma's POV
I placed on a pale green shirt with a bright blue jacket, grey trousers and a pair of black trainers before tying my hair in a braided ponytail.
The sooner I was ready, I went down to the kitchen and placed on an apron to do some baking.
I took out a baking book to look for a good recipe to make and my eyes landed on a familiar one.
A recipe to make hamantaschen cookies that are chocolate filled.
"Chocolate-filled Hamantaschen?"I remarked. "That's perfect!"
I got out unsalted butter, a few eggs, some all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, milk and chocolate chips.
"Let's make some Hamantaschen."I said with a confident smile.
I started beating the butter and the sugar before adding the rest of the ingredients to make the batter.
Once I finished the triangle-shaped cookies with chocolate filling, I sprinkled silver sugar crystals on the cookies and put them in a small baby blue box wrapped up with a red ribbon.
"I hope Dick will love these treats I made for him."I complemented with a hopeful smile.
Corinne then came into the kitchen and tasted one of the Hamantaschen that I left in a plate for mum, Hayato and herself to enjoy.
"Mmm!"Corinne hummed in delight. "These cookies are delicious, Emi!"
"Thank you, Corinne."I thanked. "They're called Hamantaschen."
"Hamantaschen?"Corinne repeated in confusion.
"Yes."I said with a nod. "These are cookies that are baked and eaten during Purim. But the ones I made are filled with chocolate. Do you like them?"
"Yes! They're delicious!"Corinne answered in joy. "Just like your rounded jelly doughnuts filled with jam or custard and then topped with powdered sugar! S-Suf-"
"Sufganiyah."I pronounced in a chuckling tone.
"Yep!"Corinne beamed. "You and mummy are the best bakers ever, Emi!"
Corinne gave me a hug causing me to hug her back.
My little sister is the truest girl anyone will ever meet. Strong and stubborn too, but that's what I love about her.
Soon after, I put my boxed baked treats in my backpack including Dick's presents and left home to meet with him.
The weather was cold, so I had to put on my dark pink jacket to keep myself warm.
Dick was waiting for me in mall center wearing his blue jacket and usual black sunglasses to cover his eyes.
We sat down together
"Dick, you do realise we're not in the cave?"I chuckled.
"I know, Emi."Dick replied with a smirk. "But you should always be prepared for danger even when you don't least expect."
"Right."I answered smugly and gave Dick a kiss on the cheek. "Happy birthday, bird boy."
"Thanks."Dick thanked.
The two of us started eating the Hamantaschen cookies that I made today.
The cookies were traditional but they tasted like sweet balanced tarts with chocolate filling.
"So what do you think of the cookies?"I asked.
"They're awesome, Emi."Dick complemented with a smile. "Your Hamantaschen cookies are my new favourites after your butterscotch cannolis."
My cheeks turned pink at Dick's words.
"Thanks."I responded.
Soon after me and Dick then headed outside the mall, only to be greeted by white powder that was slowly falling down from the sky.
It was snowing!
Fluffy snowflakes fluttered down, landing in my gloves. Each one quickly melted, but there was another to take its place.
"Isn't it beautiful?"I remarked. "The snow, I mean if you look closely, you can see the detail on every snowflake. Each one is a little different from the others. It's just...incredible."
"The snow is beautiful."Dick agreed. "It reminds me of the time I used to play in the snow with my family when we weren't performing in circus. And before..."
I held Dick's hand to give it a gentle squeeze before taking out the present I made for him for his birthday.
"Here's the present I made for you."I explained. "It's my first time making it, but I hope you like it."
Dick unwrapped the colourful wrapper to reveal the scarf I made for him.
The scarf was sky blue with a small black nightwing symbol on it though it was quite short on length and skinny.
"I really appreciate it, Emma."I answered. "You're the best."
I then wrapped the scarf around Dick's neck before we shared a kiss in the middle of the falling snowflakes around us.
Author's Note: Another Dick and Emma moment! But Batman is hiding something from Emma. What could it be?