Ah, yes, another one of my should-be-longer chapters! Honestly, four pages
on Microsoft word is nothing when it gets up on this site! Any who, most
of you would be pleased to know that I have finished TTB, and I only need
to type it up here when I get the chance. Now that my horrible quality time
with writer's block is over, I now supply you with more chapters! I already
have plans for a sequel, in which the relationship of Starfire and Robin
goes through more tribulations. I'm counting on all of you liking the
future fic, because I feel it's promising. But, that's not why you are
currently here, so read on.
Disclaimer: I do not own Teen Titans.
While the Titans waited anxiously for the word on their leader's condition, something outside Earth's orbit was waiting as well. A ship, small, round, and sleek, was hovering with not as much as a hum from its engines. It was so dark a black that it seemed to blend in with the space around it. If it weren't for the light noise it gave off, one might not know it was there.
"So you are certain...there are indeed interesting creatures here that will serve our purpose?" A creature was talking. Its voice was gruff, low and boss-like. Unlike its ship, it was bulky in appearance, large, and strong. It was also alien, although no anywhere near as friendly as the Tameranean we know and love, and its shipmate seemed to be of the same species.
"Of course I am. If I wasn't, do you think I would bring us here in the first place? I've had my eye on this planet for some time, and I think I've found a few specimens that might be of interest to you. Hopefully."
"No need for your wise-cracks, get to the chase." Retorted his partner.
The alien glared back. Honestly, not one ounce of anything other than business in that guy. Sometimes he wondered why he had forged this partnership in the first place. He brought his attention to the ship's computer, and brought up a screen. Typing on the keys furiously, the screen responded by bringing up images of five beings.
The mentioned beings were all clad in a different uniform of some sort, which all were painted different colors. The boss-like alien studied them for a moment, and after it was apparent he did not find anything amusing, turned back to his partner. "Who are they, Scooj?"
His partner now dubbed Scooj, (For those of you who have watched Invader Zim, yes, I got that name from that show, couldn't help myself. It fit the character.) smiled broadly. "Thought you'd be interested, Bress. They call themselves the Teen Titans. My research shows that basically, they are the planet's best line of defense. Devote their time to fighting what they and other earth-goers consider evil, keep wrong-doers in check, and appear to be formidable opponents."
"They don't look so special to me."
"Then look closer."
The screen brought up a female, young, and dressed in a dark cape that covered most of her face and body. A dark, almost piercing look came out of two shining black eyes.
"This one...Raven they call her. She comes from Azarath. Uses physic and telekinetic powers, which can be quite powerful. She can move objects with her mind...actually, that's all I found out. Mysterious character, that one."
"I've seen Azaratheans, (dang, that just sounds odd) and as a matter of fact, we already OWN one. How could you forget?"
"You are quite difficult to please. She appealed to me, somewhat."
"Just move on." And the next specimen in line appeared.
He was large, and obviously robotic. His skin was dark, which contrasted with his outer shell's blue and sliver colorings. Bress yawned.
Ignoring him, Scooj stated. "Cyborg. Very strong, as you could imagine. His arm can form a sonic cannon and can reach long distances. As far as I know, he's half human, half robot, with powers and characteristics of both."
"Robots and machines, that's all we ever have anymore! Get to the good stuff, partner, I'm waiting."
"Ooook... well, that takes us to our next Titan." The screen once again changed. This time, a young boy, dressed in a odd combination of black, yellow, green and red. A mask concealed most of his facial features, and the way he stood and carried himself gave off a very commanding look.
"Oh. Him. Robin. If you weren't interested in the others, you wont like him at all. Just some human. I'll just move on-"
"No. Wait a moment." Bress interrupted, placing a hand on Scooj's shoulder.
"Oh fine then. What do you see? The next one is a Tameranean, and then a changeling after that. Don't tell me you don't want to see-"
"Nope." Bress had a goofy, almost insane look plastered on his face. "He's perfect!"
"Excuse me?"
"Let me ask you this. If you were a customer at our Zoo, what kind of exhibits would you expect to see?"
"Well...strong...large...powerful-looking beings that gave off a look that they could do some damage to you if they wanted to. Everything this guy isn't, which is why-"
"He is powerful?"
Scooj fumbled with his words, waved his hands in frustration, but blurted out, "Yes. Of course he is. I wouldn't show you weak specimens, you know that! He is quite skilled in what these people call the martial arts. You and I have learned what that is. He also uses a very wide variety of weapons and gadgets that he makes himself-"
"My question was if he was powerful. That you have answered. My point is, when people go to our Zoo, they want to see interesting, powerful beings. Things they couldn't see other places. This...Blue Jay-"
"Robin..." Scooj corrected Bress.
"Right. He does not look like our other specimens. Some look like they could snap you like a twig. He, however, can do the same damage, only he does not look it."
"Your point?"
"Something our audience isn't expecting."
Scooj sighed loudly. "Ok, so what do you want me to do? Oh...and I almost forgot to mention...he's currently out of action. Took some serious damage in a fight just earlier yesterday. Robin is on one of these Earthly hospitals for treatment."
"Even better, "Bress began. "He won't give us much fight. Can't put up a good struggle if you are too weak. Bring him to me."
* * *
Starfire shifted her legs; they were falling asleep again. She was curled up in a very uncomfortable position on a not so glamorous hospital chair. Starfire knew she'd never get the rest she was aiming for; there just wasn't the mood for it. They had been here for hours, and even Beast Boy had quieted down for the moment.
The only thing left to happen was for Robin to wake up...and then they could see him. The anesthesia had to wear off...that was it. Maybe they could even take him home...Starfire only wished this last part. She knew Robin's condition. It wasn't likely that he would be able to go home for days...maybe even weeks.
"Heya Star. Want some late night dinner?" Cyborg stuck a half-eaten chicken sandwich, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria, directly under her nose. He waved it around for an added effect.
"Thank you no, Cyborg."
"Aw, come on Starfire. You have to eat something. Robin would want you to, you know. That's why I'm pestering you about it. Its what he would have done..."
"I know...but..."
"Leave her alone." A monotone voice said from Star's left. Raven, who was supposed to be asleep, groaned and turned over in her chair. "That food's no good, anyway."
The door to Robin's room opened abruptly, and a nurse stepped out. In a flash, Starfire and the others jolted out of whatever position they had been in, hoping for good news.
"Well...sorry to say he has not awoken yet..." Starfire sighed and stared at the floor, hoping that maybe Robin would suddenly wake up and call for her just before the nurse left again.
"...But I don't think it will cause him anymore damage for you to visit him now." Starfire leapt up again, and had to check herself before she actually hugged the nurse.
"Let us go! Come on, Raven!" She pulled the girl towards the door, who really did not need any persuasion. They brushed past the nurse, who snapped at them about being quiet.
The Titans filed into the room, Starfire hauling the dark girl in behind her, then Beast Boy and Cyborg close after. They halted in front of the boy wonder's bed.
Starfire couldn't help but stare at the boy in his bed, still wearing his usual outfit. He looked so peaceful. If she hadn't known what happened to him, Starfire might as well have thought he was merely sleeping. Every part of him seemed to be relaxed. She moved slowly to his side, oblivious to the other three Titans behind her.
"Robin?" she reached out and touched his gloved hand, which was warm, and was almost shocked when she got no response. She knew she would not have received one...only...
"R-robin?" and now the tears were coming back. She was tired of it now, and brushed them away quickly. "I...am so sorry. It is-" "...Not your fault, Star." How Raven knew what she was going to say, Starfire did not know. But it made her want to cry more.
"It was an accident Star" Beast Boy put a hand on her shoulder." Robin knows the risks of being a Titan...nothing we could have done could have stopped this."
Those gosh darn tears were falling again...steadily down her cheeks. "But if I had been watching out for him...if I had been paying closer attention..."
It was Cyborg's turn to say something serious. "You most likely would have been in his place, because you would not have been looking out for yourself. I don't think Robin could take the sight of you in his place..."
"He would have gone berserk." The changeling added. Starfire pulled Robin's hand into hers, using one of her fingers to caress it.
"Robin...it's me. Starfire. Wake up...please. I need you to wake up, Robin. Because...because you...I..." Her tears landed on his clean, white bed sheets. She wanted to hug him close, not a care that the others were watching. She needed to run her fingers through his messy, charcoal black hair, and if possible, hold him tighter. Did he have any idea at all what he meant to her? How he made her feel? She didn't just like him anymore...and how would she tell him? Every time Robin walked into a room she was in, Starfire would suddenly feel amazingly warm inside, and it was all she could do to keep from running over and hugging him.
When he had needed her most...for her to take action... to save him...she didn't do it. And she felt horrible.
"Star?" came Raven's voice. She sensed that this was more then a teammate- to-leader moment, and took action. She was pulling the reluctant boys out the door. "We'll be outside if you need us." The door glowed black and shut behind them.
Starfire pulled up a stool next to the bed, and rested her head on the sheets next to him. She squeezed his hand for good measure. She sighed as she drifted off, the vision of Robin's peaceful face stamped into her mind.
"Please..."
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Woo.... now I am tiered of typing. This, I think, it my longest chapter yet. I know what you are thinking, and yes, Robin shall be in the world of consciousness next chapter. The funny thing is, I got so wrapped up in this chapter that I forgot that he wont wake up until the next one...oh wells. Guess you'll have to wait! Let the suspense kill you, because It kills me sometimes when I'm waiting for people to update. So now that you've read, please review. It is more than a little bit appreciated. I did post this for you guys, after all! Good day to you all! ^_^
Mari-
Disclaimer: I do not own Teen Titans.
While the Titans waited anxiously for the word on their leader's condition, something outside Earth's orbit was waiting as well. A ship, small, round, and sleek, was hovering with not as much as a hum from its engines. It was so dark a black that it seemed to blend in with the space around it. If it weren't for the light noise it gave off, one might not know it was there.
"So you are certain...there are indeed interesting creatures here that will serve our purpose?" A creature was talking. Its voice was gruff, low and boss-like. Unlike its ship, it was bulky in appearance, large, and strong. It was also alien, although no anywhere near as friendly as the Tameranean we know and love, and its shipmate seemed to be of the same species.
"Of course I am. If I wasn't, do you think I would bring us here in the first place? I've had my eye on this planet for some time, and I think I've found a few specimens that might be of interest to you. Hopefully."
"No need for your wise-cracks, get to the chase." Retorted his partner.
The alien glared back. Honestly, not one ounce of anything other than business in that guy. Sometimes he wondered why he had forged this partnership in the first place. He brought his attention to the ship's computer, and brought up a screen. Typing on the keys furiously, the screen responded by bringing up images of five beings.
The mentioned beings were all clad in a different uniform of some sort, which all were painted different colors. The boss-like alien studied them for a moment, and after it was apparent he did not find anything amusing, turned back to his partner. "Who are they, Scooj?"
His partner now dubbed Scooj, (For those of you who have watched Invader Zim, yes, I got that name from that show, couldn't help myself. It fit the character.) smiled broadly. "Thought you'd be interested, Bress. They call themselves the Teen Titans. My research shows that basically, they are the planet's best line of defense. Devote their time to fighting what they and other earth-goers consider evil, keep wrong-doers in check, and appear to be formidable opponents."
"They don't look so special to me."
"Then look closer."
The screen brought up a female, young, and dressed in a dark cape that covered most of her face and body. A dark, almost piercing look came out of two shining black eyes.
"This one...Raven they call her. She comes from Azarath. Uses physic and telekinetic powers, which can be quite powerful. She can move objects with her mind...actually, that's all I found out. Mysterious character, that one."
"I've seen Azaratheans, (dang, that just sounds odd) and as a matter of fact, we already OWN one. How could you forget?"
"You are quite difficult to please. She appealed to me, somewhat."
"Just move on." And the next specimen in line appeared.
He was large, and obviously robotic. His skin was dark, which contrasted with his outer shell's blue and sliver colorings. Bress yawned.
Ignoring him, Scooj stated. "Cyborg. Very strong, as you could imagine. His arm can form a sonic cannon and can reach long distances. As far as I know, he's half human, half robot, with powers and characteristics of both."
"Robots and machines, that's all we ever have anymore! Get to the good stuff, partner, I'm waiting."
"Ooook... well, that takes us to our next Titan." The screen once again changed. This time, a young boy, dressed in a odd combination of black, yellow, green and red. A mask concealed most of his facial features, and the way he stood and carried himself gave off a very commanding look.
"Oh. Him. Robin. If you weren't interested in the others, you wont like him at all. Just some human. I'll just move on-"
"No. Wait a moment." Bress interrupted, placing a hand on Scooj's shoulder.
"Oh fine then. What do you see? The next one is a Tameranean, and then a changeling after that. Don't tell me you don't want to see-"
"Nope." Bress had a goofy, almost insane look plastered on his face. "He's perfect!"
"Excuse me?"
"Let me ask you this. If you were a customer at our Zoo, what kind of exhibits would you expect to see?"
"Well...strong...large...powerful-looking beings that gave off a look that they could do some damage to you if they wanted to. Everything this guy isn't, which is why-"
"He is powerful?"
Scooj fumbled with his words, waved his hands in frustration, but blurted out, "Yes. Of course he is. I wouldn't show you weak specimens, you know that! He is quite skilled in what these people call the martial arts. You and I have learned what that is. He also uses a very wide variety of weapons and gadgets that he makes himself-"
"My question was if he was powerful. That you have answered. My point is, when people go to our Zoo, they want to see interesting, powerful beings. Things they couldn't see other places. This...Blue Jay-"
"Robin..." Scooj corrected Bress.
"Right. He does not look like our other specimens. Some look like they could snap you like a twig. He, however, can do the same damage, only he does not look it."
"Your point?"
"Something our audience isn't expecting."
Scooj sighed loudly. "Ok, so what do you want me to do? Oh...and I almost forgot to mention...he's currently out of action. Took some serious damage in a fight just earlier yesterday. Robin is on one of these Earthly hospitals for treatment."
"Even better, "Bress began. "He won't give us much fight. Can't put up a good struggle if you are too weak. Bring him to me."
* * *
Starfire shifted her legs; they were falling asleep again. She was curled up in a very uncomfortable position on a not so glamorous hospital chair. Starfire knew she'd never get the rest she was aiming for; there just wasn't the mood for it. They had been here for hours, and even Beast Boy had quieted down for the moment.
The only thing left to happen was for Robin to wake up...and then they could see him. The anesthesia had to wear off...that was it. Maybe they could even take him home...Starfire only wished this last part. She knew Robin's condition. It wasn't likely that he would be able to go home for days...maybe even weeks.
"Heya Star. Want some late night dinner?" Cyborg stuck a half-eaten chicken sandwich, courtesy of the hospital cafeteria, directly under her nose. He waved it around for an added effect.
"Thank you no, Cyborg."
"Aw, come on Starfire. You have to eat something. Robin would want you to, you know. That's why I'm pestering you about it. Its what he would have done..."
"I know...but..."
"Leave her alone." A monotone voice said from Star's left. Raven, who was supposed to be asleep, groaned and turned over in her chair. "That food's no good, anyway."
The door to Robin's room opened abruptly, and a nurse stepped out. In a flash, Starfire and the others jolted out of whatever position they had been in, hoping for good news.
"Well...sorry to say he has not awoken yet..." Starfire sighed and stared at the floor, hoping that maybe Robin would suddenly wake up and call for her just before the nurse left again.
"...But I don't think it will cause him anymore damage for you to visit him now." Starfire leapt up again, and had to check herself before she actually hugged the nurse.
"Let us go! Come on, Raven!" She pulled the girl towards the door, who really did not need any persuasion. They brushed past the nurse, who snapped at them about being quiet.
The Titans filed into the room, Starfire hauling the dark girl in behind her, then Beast Boy and Cyborg close after. They halted in front of the boy wonder's bed.
Starfire couldn't help but stare at the boy in his bed, still wearing his usual outfit. He looked so peaceful. If she hadn't known what happened to him, Starfire might as well have thought he was merely sleeping. Every part of him seemed to be relaxed. She moved slowly to his side, oblivious to the other three Titans behind her.
"Robin?" she reached out and touched his gloved hand, which was warm, and was almost shocked when she got no response. She knew she would not have received one...only...
"R-robin?" and now the tears were coming back. She was tired of it now, and brushed them away quickly. "I...am so sorry. It is-" "...Not your fault, Star." How Raven knew what she was going to say, Starfire did not know. But it made her want to cry more.
"It was an accident Star" Beast Boy put a hand on her shoulder." Robin knows the risks of being a Titan...nothing we could have done could have stopped this."
Those gosh darn tears were falling again...steadily down her cheeks. "But if I had been watching out for him...if I had been paying closer attention..."
It was Cyborg's turn to say something serious. "You most likely would have been in his place, because you would not have been looking out for yourself. I don't think Robin could take the sight of you in his place..."
"He would have gone berserk." The changeling added. Starfire pulled Robin's hand into hers, using one of her fingers to caress it.
"Robin...it's me. Starfire. Wake up...please. I need you to wake up, Robin. Because...because you...I..." Her tears landed on his clean, white bed sheets. She wanted to hug him close, not a care that the others were watching. She needed to run her fingers through his messy, charcoal black hair, and if possible, hold him tighter. Did he have any idea at all what he meant to her? How he made her feel? She didn't just like him anymore...and how would she tell him? Every time Robin walked into a room she was in, Starfire would suddenly feel amazingly warm inside, and it was all she could do to keep from running over and hugging him.
When he had needed her most...for her to take action... to save him...she didn't do it. And she felt horrible.
"Star?" came Raven's voice. She sensed that this was more then a teammate- to-leader moment, and took action. She was pulling the reluctant boys out the door. "We'll be outside if you need us." The door glowed black and shut behind them.
Starfire pulled up a stool next to the bed, and rested her head on the sheets next to him. She squeezed his hand for good measure. She sighed as she drifted off, the vision of Robin's peaceful face stamped into her mind.
"Please..."
* * *
Woo.... now I am tiered of typing. This, I think, it my longest chapter yet. I know what you are thinking, and yes, Robin shall be in the world of consciousness next chapter. The funny thing is, I got so wrapped up in this chapter that I forgot that he wont wake up until the next one...oh wells. Guess you'll have to wait! Let the suspense kill you, because It kills me sometimes when I'm waiting for people to update. So now that you've read, please review. It is more than a little bit appreciated. I did post this for you guys, after all! Good day to you all! ^_^
Mari-
