Hey people! I actually was true to my word! I'm posting this beast exactly one week from last time. Though Now that i'm out of school, I believe I can update more frequently. Yay! Oh and thank you all who reviewed! You're awsome! This is my longest chapter yet.

Disclaimer: I don't own Teen Titans or Girl/Boy Scout. Do I wish I did? Yes. Will I ever? No.

Onward!

Chapter Four: I'm A Believer

The bathroom.

Odd, you may ask, why the bathroom is the current setting when other more spectacular things might be going on in other parts of the mansion. It is an unusual place to start, I agree, but what lurked in the confines of the restroom lay the most abhorred abomination that history could ever create. They are the most deceitful, lying pile of skin and bones that one would ever see. The worst part was, you could never tell them apart from the honest persons. That was how they survived, and reproduced, throughout history.

Right now, one was plucking her eyebrows.

'PLUCK'

"Ouch! Damn that hurts." Kitten leaned over the bathroom sink with tweezers in hand. The mirror reflected her slightly swollen eyebrow (or what was left of it) as the blonde raised the pinchers again for another go. One by one, she shook the hairs out of the instrument and ran them under the faucet down the drain. Kitten sighed. She took so much pride to look the way she did. She leaned forward once again to inspect her face this time. Two huge, bulbous blue eyes and nose covered her face and barely left room for anything else. The blonde smiled.

'I look gorgeous!"

Gag me with a spoon, please.

Anyway, Kitten twirled around in joy at her finally...'fixed' face before a roaring scream set her blood to ice.

'Kiiii--TTEEEENNN!!!" The mentioned girl gulped at the owner of the voice. She knew who it was, of course, and it didn't sound happy. It seemed like no matter of false praise or 'worshipping' would get her out of this mess. Slowly, the girl opened the door to see a furious Blackfire towering over her, fists clenched and jaw set. There was only one other time when Kitten had made her this mad. Ooooh did it hurt.

"Explain to me how four people got into the mansion, escaped from the premises around Kory's room, and I find you here stabbing yourself with tweezers?" She hissed. Kitten gulped. Oh yeah, she was supposed to be on watch of her sister. Silly Kitten. "W-w-well I...erm...I d-d-didn't know you w- wanted me to start right away!" Was her excuse. She slunk farther and farther away from Blackfire, hoping to see an opening around the menace. The singer didn't give a way. Instead, she grabbed the tweezers from the blonde's hand, snatched the cuff of her shirt collar and lifted her easily up eye to eye.

"Listen," Blackfire growled, "when I say something, it's done immediately. Understand?" Kitten nodded. Her eyes were wide. Blackfire had taken the liberty of flaunting her strength to intimidate the peon in front of her whenever possible. Kept her in line. "I'll give you one. Last. Chance. Keep Kory in your sight and report to me if she even accidentally lets it slip!" The taller girl let go of the shirt and Kitten fell on her feet, stumbling to regain balance.

With a slam of the door, Blackfire disappeared down the hallway along the myriad of rooms. Kitten was left alone to pick herself up off the floor and recollect her thoughts. The singer was beyond all doubt pissed. Kitten then thought of something. Why would Blackfire get mad at her for the security blunder? She was but a lowly servant to one of the most famed people of that day and age. Yet, she was intensely angered when she wasn't doing her job. Something other than Kory slipping up was not the only thing Blackfire was frustrated about. It was something else...something like...

Jealousy.

Blue skies, all around her. Nothing but blue skies, all day long.

Kory leaned against the French door frame and gazed at the city below her. Sometime when they had first moved here, she would climb up a tall tree, just to see and hear the sounds of the city. The red head would make believe she was one of the average every day people, always bustling about here and there. Kory would have lots of friends to play with. Some would build forts with her, others played jump rope or hopscotch. At the end of the day they would all say good-bye and leave, hidden for the next day in her imagination. She wasn't sheltered to the extreme, it was just...didn't get to interact with a lot of people. Sure there were neighbors, Keith, and sometimes her sister, though they didn't get along very well. She never knew why.

Now Kory was older, wiser, though still lonely. More people bustled about the mansion ever since Blackfire started her singing career, and the red head was happy for that. More people to chat with. She could remember one of the cooks when she was small...Zak she recalled...he would always let her taste the batter or sweets that he would make that evening. When Kory was older, he taught her how to make such delicacies while she was elated to learn. Always a vibrant man, they would give out their treats to the guards or other hired workers around the house, talking and laughing along the way. That was ages ago. Zak was now growing old, his hair having hints of gray and white. Once when she always had to look up at his smiling face, now had to look down. His shoulders were hunched and his knees always bent. Things were changing. Nothing lasted.

Twin birds chirped happily in a nearby tree. They were robins.

Kory smiled lightly from the events last night. Ever since she had seen that boy from the concert, he was everywhere in her thoughts. That charming, soft smile, black, pointed hair and mysterious masked eyes. He was her muse for what she did. Hoping that someday, her prince would come. Thoughts of last night's conversation made her giggle a little. He was gentle and somewhat curious, always polite and never intruding. The teen had a sense of humor that, she figured, didn't know he had. Now she daydreamed that he was the prince, valiant and heroic, leaping off trees and hanging from balconies just to get to her, the damsel. Soon, though, he would announce his arrival and together they would spend the day, with his friends, around the city.

She didn't have to dream anymore.

Elsewhere, the two robins robins had sensed that their privacy had been invaded and flew off in haste. Blonde hair appeared suddenly afterwards, grunting with exhaustion. Kitten had climbed one of the highest trees in the backyard, near Kory's room. Hanging around her neck were a pair of binoculars. She slid them over her eyes to take a closer look at the teen that seemed to be off in a daze. Kitten edged a little farther on a tree branch. She was going to spy and do a damn good job of it. Or else her neck would be a tangled mess on a floor in the mansion.

Patience is a virtue was the key supplement here. Kitten, well, didn't have any of the two. Five minutes after her little escapade up the tree, she was bashing her head with the binoculars. Geez didn't Kory do anything exciting? Blackfire was a hundred times more interesting then this. Too bad the singer hated her now. The small blonde sighed and tried to become comfortable on the tree branch. This was going to be a while.

It was odd, sort of, to walk up the pavement to the mansion where they had been, illegally, the night before. It was a steep climb to the building that overlooked Jump City, and the Titans were soon becoming short of breath. Beast Boy had started to complain long ago and wouldn't stop. Why didn't they take the R-Cycle? Why couldn't they call a cab? Why did they have to walk when it was Robin who was going to get Starfire? Eventually the nagging finally got to Raven as she threatened him...harshly. Cyborg was an athlete though, so he was always in top shape, not tiring as fast as the others were. Robin would've stopped too, if it had not been what he was going after.

Kory, or Starfire as the Team called her now, awaited their arrival at the mansion just up the street. He could remember the night before when she had hoisted him up from the balcony and they started talking. Her fiery red hair matched her outgoing personality. She always asked questions with utmost curiosity and giggled when he made a semi-lame joke. She was friendly, sweet, and caring. Her red hair tucked behind her ears while her green eyes shown with brilliance. And some eyes those were! It was as if all her eye were covered in the emerald pool. Her touch was light and soft and it gave him shivers. He would sometimes dream that he would scale great heights to reach her...touch her...hold her...

"Hey love bird. We're here." Cyborg rumbled as he nudged his fellow Titan playfully. Robin looked up to see thick iron bars blocking the entrance to the mansion driveway. They connected to the twenty-something tall walls that wrapped around the premises. It didn't look very inviting. To the left of the gates was a speaker.

"Uh...hello?" Robin let go of the button and waited. It didn't seem like it was used very much. The weather had certainly worn it down, as the button looked discolored. The teen waited for a few more seconds, wondering if the speaker was broken. He tried again.

"Hello? Is anyone there?"

'Kssshhh..'

"Yeah, yeah. Hold on to your horses buddy. What do you want?" It seemed that they take pride in friendliness...

Robin shifted uneasily but spoke with more strength. "We're here to see Sta- ...er...Kory. Is she home right now?" Whether the man knew it or not, he left his side of the speaker on.

[Laughing] "Hey Joe! This kid wants to see Blackfire's sister." Another voice popped up, though distant.

"That's a new one. What are they? Boy Scouts or something? We don't want any cookies."

Beast Boy this time interjected as he pushed Robin aside. "Hey we are here to see Kory! Dude, she's expecting us! Besides...It's Girl Scouts that sells the cookies. I like the Thin Mint ones. Very yummy!" Cyborg pulled the green teen away from the microphone as the guards in the mansion let loose another laugh. "Way to go B.B.. They'll take us seriously now." He said. Robin just shook his head. "Raven...would you?" He gestured to the speaker. She nodded slightly and took his place while he scampered off around the wall.

"If you won't let Kory out, then I wish to speak to Keith." Raven said. The men seemed to calm down from their mirth.

"Sorry, he can't be taking any calls now...or ever." That laughing started up again. The dark girl grew peeved. Slowly, she leaned in close and whispered something. Abruptly the giggle fest stopped as a 'Right away ma'am.' Answered. The two boys looked at their friend. "What did you say?" Beast Boy asked. Raven just gave him a sidelong glance and continued waiting for the vendor. After a few short moments, a familiar voice echoed from the communication device.

"Hello. Keith here."

Raven was about to respond when Cyborg interjected. "Yo! Keith! What up dawg!" The goth nearly killed him. "Hey! Cyborg! Are the others there?"

"All except Boy Wonder."

"Is he alright? I mean from..."

"Huh? Oh! Yeah of course! He's just out back trying to save Mrs. Damsel in Distress."

Keith chuckled. "I told you the security could use a tune up. Anyway, I have a feeling that you didn't follow him for a reason."

"True. Last night Beast Boy found something of interest that we want to ask questions on." Raven pushed aside Cyborg. She signaled for the shorter teen to hand her the item. Taking an once-over, she said, "It seems to be some type of journal. Though I can be mistaken since it looks too formal. Sound familiar?" Silence reigned on the other end. Then:

"Were you able to read it?"

"No."

A sigh that sounded rather disappointed came from Keith. "Meet me at the park bench in a couple of minutes. Leave Robin with Kory. I want to discuss something with you." A small 'click' and the conversation was over. Beast Boy's ears drooped.

"I have a very good feeling that he's going to tell us everything's not all strawberries and champagne."

A small wind kicked up from the side as leaves waved along the air current. It was such a warm, calm day. Almost like a picnic setting. If one found the right spot, under a tree or on some cool grass, they would fall asleep in bliss. Right now, Kitten was snoring her head off. Ten minutes after climbing the tree, she had gotten into a rather comfortable position on the branch and was soon in slumber. A bit of drool escaped her mouth as her arm hung over the side, dangling. The foliage was a nice cover from the burning sun as it sheltered her from its rays. It wasn't until some slight shaking and small grunts that awoke her from dreamland.

Kitten groggily opened one eye and stretched. Suddenly, she stopped and peered closer to the ground. A boy, about her age, jumped off of the wall and landed on the grass. He looked to the left and right before dashing off in the direction of the balcony. Were these the intruders from last night? The blonde smiled and lifted her binoculars to get a better look. He currently climbing to Kory's room all right, by what seemed to be a type of rope and hook. Kitten unknowingly started to analyze his face, hair, body, everything! She suddenly found herself hating Kory more then ever. That stupid red head didn't deserve him! She was more likely to be the candidate for rescuing! Kitten ground her teeth and kept watching.

The boy made it to the top and knocked on her French doors. Nervously he looked around to see if anyone had spotted him. It seemed he didn't look very hard. He never noticed Kitten. Suddenly the balcony doors opened and Kory stepped out, elated at the teen's presence. Kitten immediately didn't think they were a good match. I mean, nobody could like someone that naïve and innocent She would make a better partner for the boy. Cue the daydream with the heart eyes. The intruder and Kory chatted for a few moments, looked towards the front entrance and started to make their way down. The blonde in the tree growled. She didn't like the way this day was going.

"You are sure this hook will hold us?" Starfire asked nervously. She didn't feel so comfortable hanging from a thin rope to the ground. Well, she was actually hanging onto Robin who was climbing down from the balcony. She gripped a little tighter for reassurance as it made the blood gush to Robin's face and a little out his nose. He tried to shake the blushing away, causing him to loose a bit of his grip on the handle. The two slid down a couple of inches before the boy gained his balance again. Starfire was hanging on for dear life.

"S-s-Starfire..loosen...a little..." He tried to gulp in air but she had a powerful hold around his neck. She slacked a bit and Robin was able to breathe normal. He finished his decent, happy to put his feet on the ground, and retracted the grappling hook. "See? Perfectly fine." The teen dusted off his shoulders in expression and held out his hand. "Ready to go? I've got the whole day planned for us." He smiled his charming smile while Starfire took his hand, feeling as if she floated on air. The two made their way up the tree again (Kitten out of site), and over the wall. "May I ask where we are going?" Starfire looked out towards the city, engrossed with curiosity.

"Sorry, but it's a surprise." Robin walked beside her and smiled. He had the day set. The tickets were in order, the money paid and the reservations planned. Now all he needed was transportation. Luckily, he brought his R- Cycle, about three blocks away from the mansion. Hey, you don't want to rush the first day of meeting someone. Not to mention the sister of a legendary rock icon. First impressions mattered to Robin. He didn't like screwing up and have people thinking he was a fool. Suddenly his cell phone rang. It gave a nine-note jingle that Starfire giggled at. It was catchy. Caller ID showed that Cyborg had taken the liberty to phone him. "Hey Cy, what's up?" Smooth and casual. You want to impress the ladies, right?

"Hey man. Just tellin' ya that we won't be able to join you guys today. Don't let us drag you down though, we'll catch up later. Have fun with your girlfriend!" There was slight laughter before Cyborg quickly hung up. Robin grew heated. Girlfriend? He had only met Starfire yesterday! She wasn't his girlfriend...yet. Wait...what was he thinking? Well, she was kind of cute. No! Shut up! Those stupid voices in Robin's head taunted him. The teen bopped his head with the cell phone before putting it away in his belt. That'll teach them. A few seconds later he rubbed the spot and groaned. "Robin? Why do you hit yourself in the head with mobile communications devices?" Oh great, he made himself look like an idiot.

"Uh...heh, just want to get the ol' noggin working again." He rubbed his hand through his hair and scratched the back of his neck. Not very smooth anymore now, are we? Starfire, though, found it funny. He noticed this and chuckled along with her. It was odd. No one was here to make fun or joke about his mistake. He was enjoying her company while they walked the three blocks to the Cycle. She asked questions about Jump City, paying close attention to whatever Robin answered. Sometimes, when she was confused, she would make up an outrageous thought and ask him if it was correct. He could only smile and correct her. It seemed she didn't go out into the populous much. That was all right, he felt important right now, and somewhere...deep in his subconscious mind...he felt like he was the luckiest guy alive.

A couple of feet back, a figure darted in between buildings and people. While the persons gave the figure a disturbing look, it was able to follow, unnoticed, two people of interest down the street.

"Who does she think she is? Miss Perfect? Ha! That's the worst fake laugh I've ever heard. How could he be falling for her? She's not even pretty!" Kitten noticed a shop window and 'spruced' up her hair. She continued. "If I wasn't on this job I would SO go over there and take him for myself. I would be, like, such a better conva...convo...con....ver...sa...tion...al...ist, than with her annoying questions." A small tap on her shoulder interrupted her thoughts.

"Ma'am, there's a psychiatrist down the street. Maybe you should pay her a visit for your schizophrenia."

The walk ended too shortly for Robin's tastes. They ended at the park as usual, where his motorcycle was parked and was about to introduce her to his (sweet) ride until he noticed a forlorn look upon the red head's face. She was gazing at the people playing Frisbee or soccer and such. It was such a nice day; some people even took walks along the paved trail that stretched around the whole park. Flowers and trees lined the asphalt to give a small fragrance and shade to the walkers. Robin picked up the clue and checked his phone. They still had time. Wherever they were going wouldn't matter if they came late.

"Want to take a stroll?" He gave a sly smile. Starfire looked at him surprised. "But, what about your plans? Please, I do not wish to keep you-" That was another thing he found fascinating about her. She always tried to apologize. It seemed that whenever something wrong happened, it was all her fault. He grinned at her caring nature and interrupted. "No, it's okay. We don't have to be there until later. I promise." Robin led her onto the path and the two started walking.

It was still late morning but no one seemed to notice. Wasn't too hot, cold, windy or humid out. It was a blessing to have such a perfect day touch Jump City's heart. Flora bloomed, birds sang, people cuddled, and no one was the least bit angry. It's amazing how the weather affects our natural emotions. Starfire beamed in joy. She was in the city! Her dreams had come true and now to add an extra bonus, she was walking next to the most kind and caring man she had met. Well, at her age anyway. Keith was nice too.

The red head looked up at the trees. The long, thick branches gave birth to the numerous leaves that granted cover for the two. They walked in silence, quite the opposite from the walk to the park. It was still enjoyable all the same. Their aura of presence comforted one another, telling the other that they were here and everything was all right. A low branch swayed into Starfire's way as she leaned over and brushed it aside, while her other hand rubbed against Robin's. She quickly blushed and looked down, grabbing her elbow with her hand. The masked teen just smiled and, before his brain could tell him to stop, reached out and wrapped his fingers around hers.

Starfire was ruby red in the face until they journeyed back to the R-Cycle.

At least a lot of the people didn't think she was weird this time. The path gave great coverage but she didn't need to hide. The two lovey-doveys were so preoccupied with each other that they didn't see if anything was amiss. It gave Kitten complete freedom to stalk them without looking the part. So far nothing unnatural was happening, until that branch swayed out in front of Starfire. She leaned over and bumped into the boy but quickly straightened up. Kitten smirked, the male teen would probably give heeerrrr...his hand?!?! WHAT THE HELL WAS HE THINKING! Total invasion of privacy and he's holding hands with HER??? No, no, no! That was not how it was supposed to work! He's supposed to give her a reprimanding look and spread the distance farther away from one another. This is wrong! Wrong, wrong, wrong! Kitten almost ripped a chunk of her hair out in hysteria. She had to stop those two from getting closer. It was her job and she was going to do it any way she could.

It would be a bit hard though. He had a motorcycle and she had...well...

"Give me that bike brat!" Kitten threw off a small kid and stole his bike, chasing after Starfire and Robin.

She didn't stop smiling even after the ride was over. The exhilaration of the speed still pumped adrenaline into her system as Robin safely parked his Cycle into one of the many deserted spots. He scratched his head. Where was everyone? He fingered the tickets in his pocket and shrugged. Helping Starfire off the R-Cycle, he hoped that this idea would perk her interest a little. The phone call to buy the tickets was a doozy too. The man on the other end sounded nuts and crazy at the same time. He looked at the tickets again in wonderment.

'Historical Museum of Jump City.'

Curator: Sir Mod.

Robin scoffed at the name. 'Mad Mod' was more like it. That was the man with whom he had talked to on the phone. He hoped that he didn't have to meet him in person. Putting the tickets away he wanted to see the girls expression when she saw where he had taken her.

"Robin this is wonderful! I've always wanted to see one of these!"

Score! He did something right and it made her happy. Making sure the bike was secure, the teen turned around...to see Starfire walking towards the baseball field across the lot. Robin quickly jogged up to her and was about to turn her around when:

"Ever since I was little I have heard so much enthusiasm about this game. I was never able to see it in person, only on the television." She turned to him, gratefully smiling. "Somehow you have read my mind. This will be most exciting!" Robin lifted up a finger to say, 'Sorry, we aren't going,' but then dropped it. Who could ever find a person of the opposite sex that liked the same pastime as you do? The baseball game did seem more exciting then a museum any day. Plus he didn't have to meet the creepy Curator. Giving a bashful smile he nodded and said, "Hey, anything I could, I would do for you." Starfire giggled and bumped his shoulder with hers playfully. "I know something you could do."

"Oh, yeah? Tell me."

"Catch me." With a burst of speed she took off running across the empty parking lot, laughing. Robin looked bewildered for a split second before he gave chase. He couldn't help but laugh along with her. It didn't make sense. Whenever he entered into competition, he put on a mask of seriousness and gave it his all. Now the teen found him elated at the race and slacking only a bit for her to stay ahead. Robin wouldn't realize it until later, but he was doing everything he could just to see her smile. She radiated some kind of aura that lifted anyone's spirits and banished the dark away.

The check out line wasn't a long one. It was probably into the 5th inning of the Little League game, but Starfire didn't care. The two huffed and took small gasps of air into their lungs until it was their turn in line. The ticketer took one look at the both of them and announced: "We have a special on couples today." Well, that was ironic. Starfire covered her mouth and giggled while Robin rubbed the back of his head. "Sorry, but we're not together." ...Yet. Damn those voices!

The ticketer told him the price and the teen's eyes widened. "Actually we are a couple. Two please!"

Somewhere not very close to the Baseball diamond, a blonde girl huffed and puffed on a bicycle.

The crowd roared and Starfire along with it. Home run!

The players ran their course around the diamond as the fans settled back down, chatting at what a great hit that was. Robin was amazed at the enthusiasm the girl was giving for the game. It was a whole new experience for her, she already admitted, and he couldn't help but cheer along just as loud. He strained himself to not pick her up and twirl her around whenever she got overexcited. Now and again he would stare at her, looking at her cesspools of eager emerald eyes, waiting for the next big play. She sat on the edge of her seat, slightly biting her lip in anticipation. Starfire was right there...out in the open...Robin started to lean in...

Double Base Hit!

She threw her hands up to clap but struck Robin in the face. He fell backwards, spilling the cup of soda he had bought, while Starfire gasped, stood up to help him but slipped on the liquid. Robin groaned and started to get up before she crashed into him. In the end, they were a tangled mess of arms and limbs.

"Hey you two. Get a room."

The masked teen poked one eye open to find them both in popcorn and soda. A tingling sensation filled his nose as he looked down to see Starfire on his chest. Again he blushed madly and carefully took her shoulders, helping her up. "I'm incredibly sorry Robin! I didn't mean to hit and knock you over! Are you unhurt? Please forgive my fooli-"She was silenced when a chuckling teen put a finger to her lips. "It's all right. It wasn't your fault." Confusion etched her eyes, as they seemed to start watering. Robin would kill himself if any tears spilled because of him. Quickly, to lighten the mood, he pulled a piece of popcorn from her hair and tossed it in his mouth. "Mmm...Butter!" She looked surprised, smiled and laughed. Wow, she was beautiful.

Robin pulled his gaze away from her for a second to check the time. He did a double take and realized that if they didn't leave now, they were going to miss the reservation. "Hey Star. We have to leave. I have a couple more places I want to take you." He awkwardly braced himself. Naturally Beast Boy or Cyborg would start to whine and complain about leaving a sporting event early. It was a habit that he was the one that always argued with them. Now, he waited...and waited...and waited.

"Are we not going?" Starfire asked. He looked at her startled and then nodded. How odd. She thought he was preparing for something and looked shocked that it didn't come. Robin was full of surprises today. He took her hand and led her down the bleachers the safest way towards the exit. Such a gentleman Starfire thought. She couldn't believe that he hadn't exploded in her face for the multiple blunders that she had made. Everyone else would have reprimanded her for being foolish and clumsy, but not him. When she had fell onto his chest, he felt warm and inviting. For a few seconds while they both gained their surroundings, she wanted to stay in that position all day with his arms around her.

Then he silenced her and told her everything was all right when she tried to apologize. It took an enormous amount of her strength to stop from taking his hand in hers and holding it to her cheek. She wanted to cry and say, 'Why do you forgive me so easily?'. It was so unnatural to feel something so strong and warm near her. Starfire couldn't help it but feel secure and accepted with him by her side. She wasn't going to feel lost and alone anymore.

Along the streets of Jump City, Kitten peddled somehow that word looks strange, yes it's just me lol away on the bike.

The nightscape was slowly closing in on the sunlight as the darkness stretched its tendrils over the city. Two teens flew through the streets on a motorcycle, quickly reaching their destination in time. A small restaurant sat on a semi-deserted street. Its front glass windows were illuminated from small candlelight, trying to survive from the ever- encroaching night. The restaurant didn't seem very fancy or expensive on the outside, but looks can be deceiving. In fact, this was one of the hardest booked places in town. Due to its reputation of excellent service and outstanding food, one would have to wait months to have reservations. Luckily for Robin, he had friends.

A waiter with light red hair smiled and walked up to the desk to greet the newcomers. "Well hey there Robin! Long time no see." The masked teen smiled and shook hands with his buddy. "It's good to see you too Speedy. How's the job so far?" The boy shrugged. "Better then nothing." He noticed Starfire and perked up his eyebrows. "And who might this fair maiden be? Alas, Robin. You have yet to give a name to one so stunningly beautiful." Starfire blushed and Robin rolled his eyes. "Meet Starfire, Speedy. Speedy, Starfire." He smiled and stood next to his guest. Speedy could only smile and wave them forward. "Well let's make you two comfortable! Right this way please."

The mood was dimly lit from table candles as the waiter expertly danced around the maze of tables to find the perfect spot for the two. Speedy pulled back a chair for Starfire as she thanked him, and handed the duo the restaurant menus. He left, leaving the two in peace. Robin glanced over the prices and thanked his perseverance that he didn't blow all his money away one day in the past. For a fancy place, it had high prices of course. He mulled over what he was going to ask for. Something not expensive or else Starfire wouldn't be able to order much. Must be conservative. He decided to wait until she had ordered and then look over what he could afford.

"Robin, would I be able to order this?" She showed him her menu and pointed to a section. He nearly fell out of his chair. She was ordering one of the cheapest items on the menu! That wasn't supposed to happen! "You could order something a little more Starfire, it's all right." She shook her head. "Please, may I order it? You have been most gracious throughout the day putting up with me. I must do something in return, this is my only idea at the moment." Robin nearly doubled over again. Putting up with her? Repaying him? He didn't need repayment. For as long as the teen could remember, today was when he was having the craziest more incredible times in his life. How could she think he had to 'put up' with her? Starfire was the reason he felt so happy. Starfire was the reason that his heart felt so strong and light at the same time. Starfire was the reason he could laugh out loud in public without being embarrassed.

Starfire was the reason...he was in love. For second there...he didn't know if it was the voices or if it was himself truly saying that. It was all so confusing. "I don't know how you ever received the notion that you were causing trouble." He reached over and folded his hand on hers. "This day couldn't be as perfect as it was without you. If you repay me now, then I'll have to do something even grander so that there wouldn't be a chance for you to compensate. Now how about that?" The female teen blushed and was at a loss for words. Letting go of her hand, he picked up his menu again and gave it a look. "The steak I hear is very good." Speedy interjected their thoughts as he put down glasses and poured water into them.

Even for being one of his friends, though not his best, Robin didn't like the way Speedy acted around Starfire. He tried to shake it off as some sort of jealousy, that his friend was getting more attention from the girl then he was, but it soon took notice that he was doing much more then simple flirting. The teen was about to ask his friend to wait a few more minutes while they thought over their main courses, when Speedy knocked over the water glass, spilling its contents all over Robin's lap. "Aw geez. I'm sorry Robin." The masked teen looked up in his eyes. They were filled with laughter, mocking laughter. His sly grin didn't help either. "Here, take my towel and get dried off in the restroom."

"No I'm fine. It wasn't a big spill." Robin returned solemnly. Speedy frowned.

"But your pants are soaked! You would be most uncomfortable during the evening. Please take friend Speedy's advice. I do not wish to see you upset the rest of the evening." Starfire spoke up. Unknowingly, she sank Robin's heart a little. Didn't she know what Speedy was doing? But then she smiled at him, and he couldn't help but comply with her wishes. Standing up, he past his friend with an angry glance before moving to the back of the restaurant. When he was out of the way, the red head boy plopped himself in Robin's seat. Starfire was startled by this.

"Do you not have any more tables to serve, Speedy?" He turned at the pretty face and grinned. "Nope. My shift ended half an hour ago. Right now I'm just relaxing." The boy put his hands behind his head and leaned back in the chair. Starfire idly fidgeted with the menu and tablecloth. None of the two spoke for a couple of seconds. It started to get on Speedy's nerves. "Sooo...How did you come by Robin?" At the sound of his name she perked up. "Oh! One night he had trespassed into my home. I found him hanging off of my balcony." She giggled and gave a little blush at the thought from last night. The boy gave her an odd look. Normally when people sneak into your home, you call the cops, not go out on dates together. She continued to chat with Speedy about Robin, and it genuinely grew old in the waiter's ears. When she had finished with one of her stories, he moves the chair next to her and grinned.

Starfire scooted a little bit away. "It seems you're a bit fond of my friend." He scooted after her.

"Yes, he is quite the gentleman." She moved a couple more inches.

He chased after her, his grin never leaving. "You know, he gets it from me."

"I highly doubt it." Starfire was about to push herself even farther away from before but the leg of the chair was suddenly stopped by Speedy's grip. He pulled the seat closer to him, side by side. "Hey, I'm not going to bite." The female gave him a disgusted look. "I seem to doubt that too." "I'm just trying to be friendly with you." He said, leaning in. "Can't I get to know you a little better? I promise I'll be good." Speedy gave a drunken smile and put his hand on her thigh. "Mmm...you're warm." He whispered huskily. Starfire started to become scared. What the hell was Speedy doing? Especially in a restaurant full of people! She tried to back away from him but he squeezed her leg and gave a malicious grin.

Starfire did the only thing she could think of.

Robin grumbled as he took another paper towel from the dispenser and tried to get himself dry. Fancy restaurant or not, they all should have automatic air dryers in their bathrooms. The teen threw away the messed up towel and decided that he was dry enough. He didn't like the way Speedy eyed Starfire, friend or not. If he laid on single finger on her, they wouldn't be on speaking terms for a while because Speedy would have his jaw broken. That was when he heard the commotion on the opposite side of the door. Fearing the worst, Robin burst out of the door and into the main area where he found his friend clutching his face and hanging on the back of a chair on the floor. Starfire was standing a little ways away, trembling from anger and fear. Her eyes a soft, intense green glow.

Unfortunately Speedy saw him first. "Robin! Get out of here! She just went totally berserk on me and punched my face!" He was making a spectacle of it now. He caught the attention of some of the diners and played false agony as he 'collapsed' on the ground. Robin paid no heed to the foolish actor. Instead he turned his attention to the quivering girl on the opposite side of him. He had to get her out of here, and quick. Stepping around his 'friend', the teen took Starfire's hand and hurriedly led her out the front door. That streets were less crowded at this time of night and it gave him enough room to weave around the buildings towards the bay's harbor.

The moon's light glinted off the sound waves as they crashed against one dock's pillars. It was mostly used for little rowboats and small vessels, not very commonly occupied. Now, though, two teenagers were sitting at the edge of the dock, stripped of their shoes and feet engulfed in water. The cool liquid lapped against their legs, making the only sound between the two. The boy with the spiked black hair swung his feet in the water, making ripples that countered the opposing natural waves. The only word exchanged was him telling her to put her feet in the water like he did. The girl complied and soon the two sat side by side. Robin spoke:

"I don't know what he tried to do to you, but I'm glad you decked him one. I guess it was my fault for leaving you with him. My response to your need was inexcusable. I should have been there for you...I'm so sorry."

And he meant it. Speedy was a good kid at heart, it was just sometimes his ego got a bit overconfident and used his body for its own purposes. From the very get go, Robin should have stayed by her side, his faith never wavering. Well, it did waver, and break. Now they were possibly banned from the restaurant and running on empty stomachs. Good thing they had gone to the base ball game and ordered snacks. Starfire cocked her head to the side. "I do not know why you apologize to me. I should have been more cautious. Besides, you were not the one who...um...gave the 'decked'." She inspected her hand and rubbed her knuckles. The masked teen smiled. She was trying to apologize again.

"No, it's my fault. I won't hear another apology from you today...er...tonight." Starfire looked up surprised. A sudden thought crossed her mind. She giggled and reached down, cupping a hand full of water. "Then if it is your fault, I must punish you." The water splashed his face as he gasped, "Hey!" He leaned down to get revenge when he noticed she was already starting to get up and move away. "Oh no you don't!" He lithely sprung up on his feet and gave easy chase. She wasn't able to go far when Robin grabbed a hold of her waist and hoisted her over his shoulder. She gave a small yelp. "Looks like I got meself some treasure!" His bad impression of a pirate caused the already giddy Starfire to burst out laughing.

Walking to the end of the pier, the teen carefully lowered his 'treasure' into a small rowboat. The oars then were fit snugly in his hands as he started to paddle out from land. When the boat was at a reasonable distance, Robin gave one last heave and pulled the oars back in. The red head enjoyed the ride as the two idly chatted, being the only people on the water. Starfire couldn't help but see the sweat glisten off his forehead and arms. The moon illuminated the sensation as she blushed and shuffled her feet. How could he think to apologize to her? She was the clumsy fool. Robin was why she was able to escape the mansion for the day. Robin was why she was able to experience things in person. Robin was why she didn't feel lonely anymore.

Robin was why...she was in love. Confusing thoughts filled her mind. Was what she felt true? It was all so quick, but it felt so right.

Small booming echoes flickered in the duo's ears. Both looked up from staring at one another to see bright flashes and lights spread across the sky in multiple color arrangements. "Fireworks." They both breathed. The carnival nearby must be having a celebration of some sort. The tail of the rockets lit the path the cracker was going to take as it disappeared for one moment and then explode in the dazzling light parade. Starfire and Robin looked at each other, smiling. They then moved to sit in the middle of the boat. Robin wrapped his arms around Starfire, keeping her warm from the evening chill. She rested her head against the crook of his neck, sitting on his lap. In silent bliss they watched the fireworks show.

Two perfect souls sitting in the middle of Jump City Bay. The forces of Mother Nature seemed to be in harmony for the little while as they sat and watched. The boat's calm, rocking nature put them at ease. All of the night's problems were washed away into the waters of the harbor, forever to sink to the bottom and never return. Suddenly a jolt of forces slightly ruptured the harmony. Starfire lifted her head off of Robin's chest, whispered, 'Thank you', and gave him a soft kiss upon his cheek. The boy suddenly tensed but relaxed once he felt his counterpart lay against his torso again. He couldn't help though, as he smiled and nudge her with his chin. She looked up curiously as this time he said, 'You're Welcome,' and laid a firm kiss upon her temple. Harmony was back on track.

I thought love was only true in fairy tales.

Meant for someone else but not for me.

Love was out to get me, That's the way it seemed.

Disappointment haunted all my dreams.

Somehow a strange blonde had made her way across the city, hunting two people she was assigned to spy on, and find them coming back to shore in a rowboat. Kitten was going to end this fiasco once and for all. Blackfire said to keep an eye on Kory right? Well she wasn't going to slip up this time. This girl was going to break up this so-called 'relationship' and get everything back to normal. Which meant Kory back locked up in the mansion and the boy never knowing she existed. How he was going to be able to forget her was simple. This...um...'beautiful blonde' would intervene on his love life and make him worship her. She had done it before to some of the strongest of people, this would be a piece of cake.

As the boy in sight helped up Kory, Kitten stomped along the socks towards her prey. She wanted attention and she wanted it first.

"Oh ROBBIE-poo!" Kitten...screeched. She had found out the masked teen's name from someone at a restaurant she passed by. Instantly the smaller girl glomped the boy in an embrace. "Where have you been! I was so worried when you didn't come by my house today. Now I find you fraternizing with another girl!" She snuggled in closer. "It's okay though, only if you say you're sorry." Robin was at a loss for words. Who was this chick and how did she know his name? "Wha-what are you talking about!" He looked towards Starfire for some help but saw that she looked equally surprised.

"What am I TALKING about?" Kitten almost burst Robin's eardrums. "Why I find you hanging around this pile of filth. This piece of imperfection, this...this...monstrosity! That's what I'm talking about!" The blonde pointed an accusing figure at Starfire. "She has somehow brainwashed you to forget me! Oh how could you forget me Robbie-poo? We were in so much in love." By this time Robin was taking a crowbar to Kitten's arms that didn't seem to pry off of him. He took another glance at Starfire and saw something in her features that calmed his nerves.

Then I saw her face.

Now I'm a believer.

Not a trace, Of doubt in my mind.

I'm in love. I'm a believer,

I couldn't leave her if I tried.

She seemed cool and collected. Like this wasn't the first time something of this nature had happened. Happy that Starfire wasn't going to rip his head off, Robin was able to push Kitten away. "Look. I don't know who you are or how you found us, but don't ever call Starfire a monster you abhorred waste of human flesh." He stood next to the taller girl and put his arm around her waist. He wasn't going to let anything happen to her again. Kitten scowled at him.

I thought love was more or less a giving thing.

Seems the more I gave, the less I got.

What's the use in trying, All you get is pain.

When I needed sunshine, I got rain.

"Starfire? Starfire? What kind of insane name is that? I would be able to suit your purposes much better then this flimsy skin and bones creature. I could give you the best time in your life. Free money, free food, and free entertainment! I could get you everything you wished for Robbie-poo!" She grabbed his hand and pulled him towards her. "If you want love, I could love you till the earth decides to explode! I could love you ten thousand times better then her! That sack of coal hearted dirt! She's pathetic! What could she ever give you that I couldn't?"

Then I saw her face, Now I'm a believer.

Not a trace, Of doubt in my mind.

I'm in love. I'm a believer,

I couldn't leave her if I tried.

Robin angrily shook his hand free. "You could love me until Armageddon and you could love me a million times better then some people I know." He turned towards Starfire who was silent during this whole escapade. "But that doesn't mean you would." The taller girl smiled. "You say you can give me anything I want."

"That's right! Anything!"

"How about happiness?"

"Wha-?"

"Well? How about it? Could you give me joy? Make me smile when I feel down? Laugh at my stupid attempts to make a joke? Could you smile at me and steal my heart, hold it in the palm of your hands and protect it for all its worth to you? No...of course not. You would forcefully rip my lips to a happy position, fake laugh at my jokes while you think I'm crazy inside and stab my soul as many times as you could." Robin reached for Starfire's hand and found it. "You seem like you could give me all the material possessions in the world to make me happy, but I don't need them. I have everything I ever wanted." He kissed the red head's hand. "Right here."

Kitten had had enough. Nobody disses Kitten like that! She WILL may them pay! She screamed and barreled herself towards the opposite girl.

Robin did the only thing he could think of.

'WHACK!'

'SPLASH!'

"AARRRGGHHH!!! I will get you for this Kory! Mark my words!"

Starfire just giggled at the drenched blonde in the bay. "I'm sure Blackfire would be interested in how you got that fashionable black eye." More curses and vulgar language issued forth from the wet girl's mouth. The dry duo simply ignored her and walked on their merry way back to the R- Cycle.

It was sometime later when Starfire and Robin found themselves back on the balcony of the mansion.

"Robin. Thank you for everything today. There is so much gratitude that I wish to express but for right now I am at a loss for words." Starfire leaned against the masked teen's chest. She didn't want him to go. Not yet. This was possibly the only time where she could feel safe. Now it was going to be over so soon. "I'm sorry about our little...invasions today. Next time I'll make sure to check ahead so that we could receive some privacy." Robin answered, kissing her forehead. He felt so complete while in her arms. He wish he didn't have to leave.

Somewhere in the city, a tower chimed one o'clock.

"I have to go." He whispered, closing his eyes and pushing his forehead against hers.

Starfire looked sadly up into his mysterious eyes. "Please. Stay for a few more minutes."

Robin chuckled. "If I stay any longer it'll be morning before we know it."

"But it already is morning."

Robin blinked.

"So it is. So it is." Starfire giggled and planted a small kiss on his nose. "You had best be going. You're friends may be wondering where you are. I wish I could have met them." Robin ran his fingers through her silk like, ruby hair. "Next time, I promise." He suddenly knelt to one knee and took her hand. "Fair maiden, I shall be going now. Thou shalt not fear for me while I am away. I will return with grander a day then today...er...yesterday." His kissed her hand. "Fair prince whom has rescued me from these vile walls. I await your return with patience. Please, take this as a token of my love to thee." Starfire leaned over and pressed her lips against his forehead.

"Wow." He responded, but quickly composed himself. Standing up, he bowed and shot the grappling hook into the air where it pulled taunt. It was so hard to say good-bye. The two longingly gazed into the other's eyes until Robin swiftly fell over the edge and started to make his decent.Starfire quickly hurried to the edge to catch one last glimpse of him before he disappeared over the 'prison walls'

Suddenly, at the exact same time, they wondered if what they felt was love.

And it was.

Wowzers. That took some time! I hope it compensates for a week long wait.

Oh and the song I used was Neil Diamonds/Smash Mouth's song I'm A Believer. I don't own that also.

So Review if you like and Review if you don't. I'll try and do the same for next week, only that it will be on track. This was kinda of a filler chapter I suppose, but nonetheless important.Thank you again for all the incredible reviews I have recieved so far. They make me tons happy!

--ZodiacFire