Steven's DC Universe:
Dawn of the Trinity
(Note: Hey everyone coming at you all with part two of Gems in the Dark Knight. Trust me when I say we are basically checking off all the boxes when you have Batman in a story. This one setups more stuff for the future, but trust me when I say it'll be worth it.
Chapter 7
Pearl screamed as she held Steven. His body convulsing as he let out gags, coughing up spit. Pearl was in a panic of terror not knowing what to do as she held her child in her hands. From the looks of it, he was about to die and Pearl for a moment didn't know what to do. But in that moment a shadow loomed over her. She looked up not seeing the figure but the glint of something in their hand. She reacted on pure instinct. Her hand shooting out followed by the crack of a whip.
In an instant, Pearl wrapped her hand around Batman's neck and Amethyst wrapped her whip around his wrist. Pearl gave him a deathly glare as she saw what in his hands was a needle.
"What do your think your doing?" Pearl growls
"It's an anti-venom. Whatever he's been injected with this will slow it down." Batman strains
"Oh yeah! Like we're gonna let a freak like you inject Steven with a needle filled with who knows what!" Amethyst yells, pulling on her whip
"I'm trying-!" Batman was interrupted as Peal tightened her grip on him
"Let him go." Garnet says
"Garnet!" Pearl shouts
"Do it now. If we don't, we'll lose Steven!" Garnet orders
Amethyst lets go, but Pearl hesitates. Not sure what to do. Pearl breathes heavily but let's go. Batman goes to the other side of Steven's neck and injects him with the needle. Steven lets out a pained scream, making Pearl gasp as his breathing got raspy. Batman picked up the needle that was shot at Steven as he put it in a compartment on his gauntlet that started to scan. Steven's breathing got steady, but his eyes were still wide and panicked and he was sweating profusely.
"It'll be alright Steven. You'll be alright." Pearl whispered. Caressing his hair
"The poison was only slowed down. It's still in his system. He's needs an antidote or he won't have long." Batman says as he goes to pick up Steven
"We need to get him to a hospital! Or the fountain!" Amethyst says
"The hospitals can't help him. I don't know what you mean by fountain, but I'm guessing it took you awhile to get to Gotham. That's time he doesn't have. I'm having people analyse the poison and develop a cure. I'm bringing him with me to get it now." Batman says
"What antidote? What people? Where do you think your taking him?!" Pearl scowled. Holding Steven defensively
"We're wasting time! You need to trust me or we're gonna lose him!" Batman yells
"Listen Bat-Freak! Yelling isn't making a better case for you." Amethyst says
"Let him take Steven." Garnet said in a calm tone
"SERIOUSLY GARNET?!" Amethyst says
"I've peered into multiple futures. Best case scenarios, we get him to the fountain but it's too late and he either goes blind or loses the use of his legs. Worst case….." Garnet says biting her lip
"And what happens if he takes him?" Pearl asks
"I can't see that future, so it's our best chance." Garnet says, Pearl still unsure as Batman knelt down to her and Steven
"I swear to you, I will not hurt him." Batman says calmly. Pearl could feel he was being genuine and thus let Steven go
The Dark Knight held the boy gently in his arms as he made his way out of the room and down the stairs. The gems following him out of the building.
"So what you're gonna carry him?" Amethyst asks
"No, I have a ride." Batman says as the sound of wheels fill the air
"Is that it?" Garnet asks
"No! GET DOWN!" Batman yells as he takes Steven and hides behind one of the cars
The Gems watch a van skid towards them. Two people sticking out the windows with guns and opening fire. The gems immediately took cover as the car skidded to a halt and three gunmen opened fire including the driver got out.
"Is every person in this city an armed felon?!" Pearl yells
"Looks like those punks called in backup while we kicked their butts. How we gonna handle this G?" Amethyst asked
"We won't have to." Garnet says as the roar of an engine fills the air. Getting everyone's attention
"Is…. that your ride?" Pearl asks unsure
"Yes." Batman says smirking
Just then, from around a corner, a massive machine appeared. The gems saw what they could only describe as a tank rolling down towards them. Heavily armored and black, with wheels that looked like it could crush their gems easily. The tank slammed into the side of the van, sending it flying into the bay. The three screaming in terror and turned their fire to the bullets bounced off it's heavy metal shell, not leaving a dent.
"Riot suppressors." Batman spoke into a device on his arm
Then, from the top of the massive tank, what looked like a cannon popped out and aimed at the gunman. With a BAM, one of the gunmen was hit in the chest with a large rubber shell, knocking him to the ground with a pained cough. The other two gasped at this just as another shot hit one in the face, sending him down. The last gunman dropped his weapon and tried to make a run for it. Only to get shot in the back and go down as well. The gems peered out and got a good look at the machine before them and looked on astonished.
"Okay. You have to admit that is really freaking cool." Amethyst says plainly pointing at the machine as it's top open revealing it had two seats
Batman walked over to his machine and put Steven in the passenger seat. Seatbelts quickly securing him.
"Your putting Steven in that… thing?!" Pearl yelps
"This thing is armored like a military tank and has gyro sensitive seats that move with the terrain insuring no shaking. I assure you he'll be fine." Batman says going to the drivers
"We're coming with you." Garnet says
"No your not." Batman simply stated as he jumped into the driver's seats
"Why not?!" Amethyst asks
"Cause I don't trust you." Batman says
"THEN WHY ARE WE SUPPOSED TO TRUST YOU?!" Pearl shrieks
"Cause if this boy dies on my watch, I give you permission to impale me with your spear." Batman replies. Surprising Pearl
"You want to know who did this to him? I do too. You have the information I need to bring this person down. Meet me at the top of the Central GCPD building in 45 minutes." Batman says as the hatch closes
"Wait, the police station? Why?!" Pearl asks as the engine of the car comes to life and it takes off at high speeds. Leaving the gems behind as they hoped for Steven's safety.
Steven came in and out of consciousness periodically. His heart beating fast as his eyes scanned the area he was in. He knew he was moving, strapped down, and strangely comfortable. He weakly turned his head and saw the imposing figure of Batman holding the steering wheel focused on the road until he noticed Steven was looking at him.
"You've been poisoned. You need to calm your breathing." Batman says
This strangely did not calm Steven down, noticing this Batman let out a sigh
"It's going to be okay. I promise." Batman says though his voice no longer held the gruffness. It was kinder. It made Steven want to trust him
The vehicle made its way through a dark forest road. It was surprisingly maneuverable down the snake like road. Finally, they came to a straight road leading right to a lake, he drove at it high speed and pressed a button in the vehicle. Just then the lake seemed to part as a tunnel opened up and they drove into it, the passage closing behind. The vehicle made its way down a ramp, twisting and turning until it came to a large opening. A cave, massive and dark with stalactites hanging from the ceiling. But among the cave was metal structures. A large metal pad that was no doubt where the vehicle would be parked. From it was a ramp that led to a large computer screen. To the right of it was an area with several tables. One littered with what seemed to be computer chips, wiring and scrap metal while the other seemed more like an operating table.
The vehicle stopped on a metal pad and the hatch opened as Batman jumped out.
"ALFRED!" Batman yells
"Here, the antidote is ready. Where's the boy?" Alfred Pennyworth says, approaching Batman as he picks up Steven. He puts the gem child onto the operating table, as Alfred hands him a needle with a clear yellow liquid.
"OH MY GOD! IS THAT STEVEN?!" Dick shouts as he was approaching from behind in
Shock. Steven weakly turning his head to see who shouted as he struggled to make out anything with his blurred vision.
"He's been poisoned, but this should stop it." Batman says as he injects Steven again
Steven lets out a gasp. His back arching and his eyes widening. But after a few seconds, he lowers his breathing becoming steady and he closes his eyes, looking peaceful.
"The poor boy will be out of it for a bit, but he'll live thankfully." Alfred says. "I can only imagine his guardians are worried sick about him"
"Put him in the recovery room. I'll return him once he's well rested and the poison is completely gone from his system." Batman says relieved, sitting on a chair in front of a massive computer screen, Alfred nods picking up Steven
"Need some help?" Dick asks
"No worry. I've carried a lot heavier." Alfred says with a smirk looking to Batman
"I need two icepacks now." Batman says as Alfred leaves, thus Dick goes retrieves them
Batman leans in his chair letting out an exhausted sighed before clicking a switch on the side of his cowl. He removes his cowl and tosses it on the table to reveal his face as none other than Bruce Wayne. Letting out a groan as he removed his gauntlets. His right hand having a red mark on the wrist. Dick returns with the ice. Bruce applied it to the mark, hissing a bit as it stung
"Holy shit. What happened?" Dick inquired. Picking up the cowl seeing that area around the neck looked slightly crushed
"Pearl." Bruce said
"The skinny, ballerina looking one? She did this?" Dick asked surprised
"I also caught a punch from Garnet and that felt like catching a baseball at Mach 5. And Amethyst wrapped her whip around my wrist and I was pretty sure it was gonna fall off at that point." Bruce says
"Dang, they are strong. Wonder how they compare to Superman?" Dick asks getting a grumble from Bruce
There was a moment of silence between the two
"What's going on? How is Steven apart of this?" Dick asks
"That's what I aim to find out. I'm meeting the gems at the GCPD to get their story. I have a feeling this is connected to Magpie and something bigger." Bruce says standing up and walking to a workbench
"So your teaming up with them?" Dick asks
"No." Batman says resting his injured hand on the table as he uses the free one to grab various tools and gadgets
"But they can help." Dick says
"Were dealing with enough as it is. I am not dealing with the space level crazy they could bring. I'll get the information from them, tell them to wait an hour and give them back Steven." Bruce says, inspecting a Batarang
"Bruce, Steven's their family. You can't keep them out of this, even if you wanted to." Dick says. "I mean...they must be tough if they're seen kicking ass with Superman. That could be really use-"
"That connection is exactly why we can't trust them." Bruce shots back. "Superman is clearly has some type of extraterrestrial origin if he was targeted by an armada of alien drones." He explained as he made sure the batarang was still sharp enough. "And those three women...they have gems sticking out from their bodies. If they were able to do this to me with just their bare hands, imagine what other weapons they're hiding."
"We could just ask them.." Dick mumbles. Bruce still not looking at him.
"We don't even know their intentions. We need to be careful. What happened to Metropolis and Beach City could happen here. Only we may not be so lucky." Bruce says seriously making Dick's face fall
"I'm heading out to the GCPD, I need you to watch Steven. Lock the recovery room." Bruce says.
Dick sighed a bit. "At least I can catch up with him."
"Which brings me to one last reason we need to be careful." Bruce began once more. "With his connections to both Superman AND those three, you can't get close to him again like in Beach City.".
"Come on, Bruce." Dick brushes it off. "He doesn't seem like a boy who-"
"Don't let your guard down just because he's your age." Bruce sternly said. "You have to keep a low profile so no one can use your personal connections against you."
Dick gritted his teeth and his fists shook in response to yet another lecture. "God forbid I get to be a normal kid!" He shouts angrily at Bruce before running off.
Bruce reaches out for him wanting to say something, but he stopped. He lets out a sigh as he knew he had a job to do tossing aside the ice pack and grabbing his cowl. Batman was back on the prowl.
GCPD, 20 Minutes Later
The building was large and imposing with it looking aged and have seen it's fair share of battles. On its face in bright neon was GCPD with a stone eagle over it, proudly spreading it wings. Inside the building , everything was hectic. Police were coming in and out, ringing phones filled the air. Many cops were pulling struggling criminal along to put them in cells or questioning rooms. On the upper floors was the commissioner's office and there was an older looking man. He had a strong rigged face that had seen a lot. He had short orange hair and a mustache proudly on his lip. He grumbled as he adjusted his glasses, focusing on a set of files on his desk. Just then the door opened
"Captai-I mean Commissioner Gordon." the man says
"Yeah Harvey, I'm still adjusting to it too. What's going on, Bullock?" Gordon asks
"Jim, we just got a call about the docks gunfire. Sent a few cars to check them out found 14 perks. All of them seriously hurting. Guess who was there." Harvey says tossing something to Jim who caught it looking to see it was a black bean bag
"You got them in lock up?" Jim asks
"Some of them, others brought to the hospital. One guy had his arm snapped like a twig, hopefully that'll make him more cooperative in an interrogation." Harvey says
"Take the ones who can talk and get them interrogation" Jim says
"Oh and get this, some homeless nearby were saying something about colorful women walking around. Think it's something we should check out?" Harvey asks
"Knowing this town probably." Jim groans reaching in his desk and pulling out a cigarette
In the corner of his eye he looks to the window seeing something pass it quickly. Gordon clicks his tongue as he gets up.
"It's gonna be a long night Harvey. I'm heading to the roof for some air." Jim says holding up his smoke as he exits the room
Jim makes his way onto the roof alone. Standing near the railing and looking out to the city. In front of him was a massive glowing Metropolis neon signs and big shiny buildings. The glow lighting up the night sky. He lit his smoke and put it in his mouth inhaling as he looked behind to darker side of the city. The night nearly overtaking it as it looked old and run down, being much more quiet to the bustling uptown. A Zeppelin passed overhead as he exhaled blowing out smoke.
"You know smoking is bad for you, dude?" Amethyst says casually. Standing on the railing next to him
"JESUS-!" Jim shouts jumping back and quickly pulling out his revolver pointing it at Amethyst. Seeing that it was a rather short figure with a childish voice, he lowered his firearm "What the hell do you think you're doing up here, kid?!"
"Amethyst! What did we say about staying inconspicuous!" Pearl shouted angrily before putting on a smile at Jim. "I am so sorry about that. Judging by your aged appearance, she must have given you quit a startle." She turned to scowl at Amethyst. "Apologize to him. You could have given him a heart attack."
Jim had no idea where these two came from or how they could just talk to him casually after catching them on the roof. "Do you mind telling me why you decide to infiltrate through the GCPD and loiter on our rooftop?!" He shouted at the strange duo.
Amethyst couldn't help but snicker a bit at his outburst. "His shouting could really give you a run for your money, Pearl."
"I assure you, we did not sneak through your building. We merely leapt up on top of the roof." Pearl explained, hoping it would calm the old human down.
"Oh! That is so much more believable than breaking and entering a heavily secured police station!" Jim responded angrily.
"Exact-" Pearl began until she realized something. "Oh wait...this is that sarcasm that is so common amongst your culture."
"It's ok Jim…" Another voice caught him off guard, but this time, the commissioner didn't panic. "They're with me." Jim would turn to see none other then the Batman and Garnet standing next to him.
"Whoa dude... you're quieter than Garnet." Amethyst says with a laugh
"WHERE'S STEVEN?!" Pearl yells accusingly
"Safe and resting, he'll be returned once he's poison is entirely gone from his system
Jim looks at the odd group before him before lowering his gun with a groan.
"Of course they are." Jim says putting his gun back in it's holster
"Saw your handy work at the dock. I'm guessing their connected too." Jim says holding his smoke
"Yes. Someone close to them was involved with a human trafficking operation from Magpie." Batman says
"Magpie's doing human trafficking? We didn't find anyone there except the goons you laid out." Gordon says
"There was only one, a boy. He was with them." Batman says looking to the gems
"A boy? Why go after one boy?" Gordon asks
"That's what I want to find out. And why they're here. We need to know your connection to Magpie." Batman says
"Why are you guys talking about birds?" Amethyst asks
"We don't have any connection. We don't even know who this Magpie is!" Pearl shouts in an annoyed tone
"Steven was taken by three men. A woman was with them and appears to be the one leading them. I think they were passing him off to those men who work for Magpie." Garnet says
"So we have a second party to this? Great." Gordon groans
"There were three men in the building with him when I came. Twelve entered who worked for Magpie, with the three who came in the van." Batman says
"Which you rammed into the bay with your freaking tank! You know he has a freaking tank?" Amethyst asked Jim. Only for the commissioner to ignore her
"We only counted 14, one must've got away." Jim says
"Okay, seriously. Who is Magpie and what did she want with my Steven?" Pearl asks
"Magpie is the newest nut to curse this city. I thought things might've finally calmed down with him gone, but another rises up trying to take his place." Jim says
"She's been active for a few months specializing in high risk robberies of jewelry and antiques." Batman says
"She has an eye for anything that glitters under light. Which is why I'm surprised by her getting into moving people around." Jim says
"One of the thugs said someone hired Magpie to remain anonymous. This mystery woman took Steven, they give Steven to Magpie, Magpie gives him to the client." Batman says
"But who would go through all that just to kidnap this Steven kid?" Jim inquired. This question caused Pearl's eyes to widen as she found her answer.
"Luthor.." She hissed. Burrowing her brow down into a scowl.
"What?..." Jim turns his head towards Pearl. Not entirely hearing what the gem said.
"Lex Luthor!" Pearl shouts out loud as she drew her spear from her gem. Jim jumping back in shock how she drew her weapon out from seemingly nowhere. "Oh, if he thinks he can take my baby again for his sick experiments then he can-" Garnet got behind her as she held her in a grapple hold.
"Pearl, calm down!" Garnet tries to hold her steady. "Luthor deserves whatever you have planned and more, but Steven's safety is our top priority!"
"Is it me, or is Pearl freaking out a lot more lately?" Amethyst asks
"Lex Luthor?" Jim raised his brow. "Lex Luthor...the head of Lexcorp, hired a bunch of goons and one of Gotham's most insane thieves...to kidnap your kid?"
"There has been some rumors about him using his resources in the underworld." Batman said, attempting to back up the gems. "Although there's been no concrete evidence against him…"
"It has to be him I know!" Pearl says
"Well, your gonna need some proof miss." Jim says
"Magpie is the key. If we find her, we'll find those she was in contact with. Jim I need information on one of the thugs." Batman says holding out a photo of the leader
"Hm, I recognize him. Repeat offender, name Louie Reeve. Looks like he moved up from stealing TV's." Jim said
"Wait a minute... are you an officer of the law? Giving critical information to this man who is… clearly not a police officer." Pearl says gesturing to Batman
"We have an understanding. He can go places and do things I can't." Gordon says
"And if he goes to far?" Garnet asks
"I'll be there to put lock him in Blackgate. I will protect this city and everyone in it, even if it's from you." Jim says. Looking at the gems surprising them
"I know who you three are and what happened in Metropolis and I ain't gonna have that happen in my town." Jim says seriously
"Commissioner, we aren't a threat to anyone. We just want to figure out who is behind this to keep our family safe." Garnet says simply
Jim Gordon stares her down before letting out a sigh
"Louie usually hangs out uptown in the Kings Castle club. Has an associate named Bill who he deals with alot. He might know where Louie is, and lead you further to Magpie and your answers." Jim says
"Thank you commissioner." Pearl says
"If you find her, you call me and I'll have the force on her faster than-." Jim says turning to see Batman was already gone
"Well that's just rude, isn't it Garnet?" Pearl says turning and also seeing Garnet was gone.
"Not even a, 'Hey let's go'! Seriously Garnet, what the heck?!" Amethyst yells as she chases after them jumping off the roof, Pearl starts to follow until Gordon stops her
"Hey, I hope your boy is okay. I promise this psycho won't him or anyone ever again." Jim says getting a smile from Pearl as she left
"Batman and gem women... Gotham is a hell of a town." Jim says. Throwing and stamping out his cigarette before entering the building again
Unknown Area in Gotham City
In darkened room an eerie silence was carried out through the area, until a spotlight shined down. It shined on one spot and in that spot was a woman. She had pale almost white skin and white shoulder length straight hair. She had black make-up around her dark eyes. Sporting a black leather outfit with feathery wing-like ornaments on her shoulders and black thigh-high heeled leather boots.
Music suddenly filled the room as the woman began to dance. Every single step she made was gentle and calculated. She moved like a master ballerina, moving with grace barely making a sound. Even as her heels clicked on the floorboard. She spun and twirled in place as the music played, performing for an unknown audience until.
"MISS MAGPIE!" The leader of the goons who went after Steven Yelled entering the room throwing open the door and flooding the room with light
With the interruption, the music stopped as a key was miss-hit, and Magpie stopped her dancing. The lights turned on revealing that she was in the center of a large hall filled with various crates and glimmering treasures strewn about. There were men there who were watching her but now we're focused on the one who just interrupted the performance.
"O-Oh I'm sorry I didn't-!" The leader stammers
Magpie's face was unreadable as she stood up, taking a moment to straighten her hair. Her eyes then went to the man she had playing the piano, who looked visibly nervous.
"We'll pick up later, go. And you…. Louie was it? Come here." Magpie said gesturing him to come with her manicured nail
The man playing the piano got up and out of the center just as Louie came in breathing hard.
"Miss Magpie, I am so sorry for interrupting you-." Louie says
"Where's the boy?" Magpie says, moving towards a chair and nightstand where she picked up a towel and started to wipe herself
"Uh-w-well Miss... everything was going fine we had him, but then Batman showed up!" Louie says
"Again? This is the second time he got in my way." Magpie groaned as she took a drink from a water bottle
"Yeah. Not only that, but then these weird bitches showed up! And they were strong, like really freaking strong! We were fighting a bunch of monsters, I barely escaped when-." Louie says but is stopped
"Louie. Please get to the point. You don't have the boy." Magpie says
"N-nnnnn-no Magpie." Louie says nervously
"Hmmmmm, based on the scenario that is to be expected. But it may not be a total waste, as long as you got it." Magpie says her back still turned
"G-got what?" Louie asks
"The shiny, of course. The pink sparkly in the little boy's belly. You got it, right?" Magpie asks turning around with a creepy smile on her face
"Wh-why would I have it?" Louie asks
"Why? Because it's shiny of course. I must have all the shiny things, right boys?!" Magpie speaks to the other men
"YES MISS MAGPIE, ALL THAT GLITTERS WILL BE YOURS!" They all shout in sync
"But you didn't tell me to get it. We didn't even know that kid had a freaking gemstone in his gut!" Louie says
"Oh Louie. How long have you been with me?" Magpie asks
"Uh-." Louie says
"Not important, but you should know what I want. If it glitters, sparkles, and shines, I want it. I-want all-The Pretty-Thing!" Magpie says her voice having a bit of an edge
"And did you see that shiny he had? How it glitters? How it gleamed? If I held it up to the light I bet it would have the cutest little shine." She said holding herself with glee
"I could hear it from the photo. I could hear it say 'Take me. Take me, Hold me. Clean me. Let me shine. Let me be yours, only yours' Couldn't you hear it?" Magpie says her voice sounding estatic
"Um…. No." Louie says
"Oh, too bad." Magpie says
Just then she shot her leg up perfectly upward and a vertical cut appeared on the man's chest. He let out a scream as blood poured out and her stumbled back trying to stop the bleeding. Magpie lowered her leg and picked up a small device on the table. She then marched forward towards Louie who was backing up fearfully chest, still bleeding. She took a few steps, letting him back away as she watched. She then gave a small nod as she pressed a button on the device. With that a trap door opened and the man fell through screaming. A painful THUD was heard followed by echoey pained screams.
"O-OH GOD! P-PLEASE HELP ME! SOMEBODY! PLEASE!" Louie screamed from the bottom as Magpie looked in uninterested
Magpie then pressed another button on the switch and from the open trapdoor the sound of crackling electricity and blue flashes could be seen. Then loud ominous thuds filled the air coming from the trap door.
"N-n-no! No please! MISS MAGPIE, I'M SORRY! PLEASE NOT THIS! KEEP IT AWAY! NO-NO-NOOOOOO!" Louie yelled
Magpie then walked away from the trap door as sounds of tearing flesh came out of the hole. With another click of the switch the trapdoor closed, and Magpie looked out at the men she commanded.
"What do I want boys?" Magpie asks
"ALL THAT GLITTERS AND SHINES!"
"Good to know we're all clear on that. Now, find that boy and get me my SHINY!" Magpie says with a sadistic grin
The Batcave
Steven groans as he tosses and turns in bed. A sick feeling coursing through him as his memories ran wild. So many flashes he couldn't quite put together of the men, guns, and a figure a dark imposing figure. Steven's eyes shot open and he let out a startled scream as he sat up in the bed. He let out a groan as as he held his neck seeing a small bandage on the injection points. He felt drained, looking around as he ran his hands over his face. He was in a sterile room in a comfy bed, but this wasn't any place he knew. He saw the door and pushed himself up and out of the bed. His legs were a bit shaky but he was able to move. He made it to the door and tried opening it only to find it locked. He tried pulling it open with all he had, which due to his current physical condition, wasn't much. He pounded on the door filled with worry.
"H-Hello! Is anyone out there? I-I would like to be let out! Hello?!" Steven pleaded pounding on the door
As Steven did this, he was being watched by a small camera in the room. This camera showed everything he was doing to Alfred and Dick, who were above the cave in a security room. They sat on chairs watching the TV Screen.
"We should let the poor boy out." Alfred said
"You heard Bruce, we have to keep him here." Dick says with a groan watching the screen
"Aren't you friends with the young man?" Alfred asked.
"Yeah...at least I think so." Dick answered. Recalling how friendly the boy was during their brief encounter
"Well it is healthy for a boy to have peers his own age." As Alfred said that, he tapped a button on the security system's computer.
Steven heard a click come from the door suddenly. His weak hand shakingly going up to the handle as he twisted it open. He leaned against the door as it opened in an attempt to balance himself.
"Who-whoever did that...th-thanks." He weakly showed his gratitude as he began
"PENNYWORTH! WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!" Dick yells
"You said you wanted to be a normal kid." Alfred answered with a small smile
"Y-yes, I mean No! I-this-What if he finds out what's going on?!" Dick panics for a bit
"Well then I suggest you get down there, Master Grayson. And make sure he stays in the cave and explain the situation to him. Also I suggest you wear something that hides your identity." Alfred says plainly
"Oh-OH YOU! Okay-alright-ALRIGHT!" Dick says trying to gather his thoughts as he ran out of the security room. He makes his way into a bedroom reaching under the bed and pulling out a suitcase with the word Grayson on it
Meanwhile, Steven slowly made his way out of the room. He would find himself in a large cave with the faint sound of running water echoing from outside it. The poor boy stumbled and tripped grabbing onto a railing for support. Awe and worry filled him as he looked up to the massive cave he was in. His came to the center area before the massive computer, the setup reminding him of the Fortress of Solitude. As he looked around he lost his footing and fell onto his side. He groaned looking up to the cave face taking a moment to think about what was going on. Then a squeak got his attention and he turned his head.
A small bat was hiding underneath the operating table staring at Steven. The boy let out a startled yelp and it shrieked and flew at him. Steven yelped as he could feel a bit of wind burst at his face from the creatures wings and shivered as he looked back in the hope it was gone. He then opened his eyes and saw the small creature was on his chest still staring at him. He let out half a yelp but stopped once he got a good look at the animal.
"Y-Ya know, you aren't as scary as people let on." Steven said sheepishly looking at bat's small face
"Then again you usually fly right into people's faces, so it makes sense that people would freak out. Though you just sitting there in the light…. Your kinda cute." Steven says with a small laugh as the small creature examined him scratching it's face
"So, where are your friends? Don't you guys usually come in packs….. Or a…. What is a bunch of bats called?" Steven asks, just as the Bat crawls off his shirt and then takes off
Steven watches as the Bat flies to the ceiling, it took a moment but overhead he could see more Bats hanging from there. The smaller one joined them hanging upside down.
"Hm, at least your not alone. Like me." Steven says as he sits up with a groan
"Who said you were alone?" Steven heard a voice as a hand hidden in a dark green glove held out to him. Attached to it was an arm clad in crimson red. Trailing up it, Steven would meet the face of another boy around his age, but his eyes were hidden behind a domino mask.
Steven examines the boy seeing he was about as tall as him her wore a bright red short sleeved vest. On the right side of his chest was a bright yellow 'R' in a black circle, around his waist was a black belt with a bit yellow buckle. He wore a pair of light green trunks that had a scale like design, and small light green shoes. Steven looked at the boy surprised.
"Who….. are you?" Steven asks
"A friend." He says smiling
(Note: Remember this moment, cause this is where the "Universe's Finest" Duo was born. Me and Jad are excited for this friendship between Dick Grayson and Steven, it's gonna be so cute. Also as a heads up updates may come slower in the future, I've decided to focus on some projects I put aside as well as more smaller projects. We still have the next chapter and are working on it, it'll just take a bit longer. Also if you like what you've read please leave a comment it's appreciated. ^^