Chapter 3
Disclaimer: Yea, I always forget these things. I don't own it. That's why it's on , make sense? Okies, now that that's done, if I forget it again it's all good, hehe. Yes, I am extremely forgetful. Shh, it's a secret.
After landing on Bruce Wayne's jet pad (a new installment to Robin, who only remembered the Batplane hanging upside down in the cave) Bruce Wayne himself came out to greet the Titans, who all walked off the plane a bit jet lagged. They all lined up outside the jet, gawking at the mansion that had to be at least four stories tall and as long as Titan Tower was tall. Only Robin stepped up to Bruce, offering his hand, but instead got a crushing hug. "It's good to see you, Dick."
Beast Boy snorted and started laughing. "Your name is Dick?"
"Richard, Beast Boy, Richard," Raven said, rolling her eyes. Robin narrowed his eyes at BB and turned back to Bruce.
"Just call me Robin, Bruce," he said, looking up at a towering bull of a man. The other Titans wondered just why Bruce had chosen Robin when the only thing they seemed to have in common was the jet black hair on their head and the red spark in their eyes. Robin was small and lithe, more an acrobat than a wrestler. Bruce was built like a bull, even to the point that his head seemed almost too small on top of his thick neck and wide shoulders. Robin was short, even for his age, whereas Bruce seemed to be almost seven feet tall, even taller than Cyborg. They were an odd pair, and must have looked even odder when they were both younger, but when their eyes met it was obvious that there was more between them than just showed on the surface. There was some past that connected them, brought them together, and made them feel like it was their duty to fight crime, even without supernatural powers. br p br After bringing in the luggage (which now sat in a gargantuan heap in the middle of the manor's enormous foyer) Wayne immediately offered dinner, which they all graciously accepted. It was over lunch that Robin and Batman talked on incessantly about their crime-fighting past.
"What happened to The Joker?"
"He's performing at birthday parties in Arkham Asylum."
"Catwoman?"
"In the zoo."
"Poison Ivy?"
"Weeded."
"Mr. Freeze?"
"Defrosted."
"Then who the hell is left?" Robin asked incredulously, "I thought you had villains on your hands." Bruce sighed.
"I do, but I told you, they aren't /i enemies. They're all like you, you and your Titans. They are the next generation of villains, out of my league." He said the last bit bitterly. "After the decades, the Dark Knight's armor is starting to rust, and his sword is getting a little too heavy for his arm. I can't keep up Robin. That's why I'm training Jay." He saw Robin's angry look. "Robin, I didn't want her to fight at first, just like I didn't want you to fight. Don't think I thought she was better than you, but just like you, she is determined to fight. I'm too old for the training I gave you, it's your job."
Catching the conversation, Raven interjected, "What kind of villains do we have on our hands?" Bruce opened his mouth to answer and a siren sounded, louder than any of the other sirens they heard on the way over. Bruce looked out the window, and in the sky was a giant circular light, in the center the same bat like shaped of Robin's beeper.
"It seems you'll find out if you care to join me. Night comes, and the bad guys are out to play." Bruce looked at Robin, a smile playing on his lips, and Robin smiled back, seeming to know what was coming. "iRobin, to the Bat Cave!/i"
In an instant the two were gone, racing towards the foyer. The other four got up and bolted after them. Bruce and Robin reached the Foyer and went through a door that BB had found locked earlier that day. With a clang the silver and dishes that were behind the door were thrust aside, shelf and all, and the two vanished into the darkness.
"Ummm, guys?" BB asked, but he didn't even need an answer. With a gulp, they all went through the door and jumped into the darkness. br p br
By the time the four Titans had reached the interior of the cave, Batman had his suit on, which made him even more imposing than he was as Bruce Wayne. He smiled at Robin and Robin smiled back. The four Titans just looked on as the lights went on in the cave, revealing the different means of transportation Batman had.
"Plane, motorcycle, boat – take your pick. I'm in the car. It's a two-seater." Just as he finished footsteps echoed in the dark and the girl that the Titans had seen from Robin's communicator stepped out, just as she had appeared a week ago.
"I'm coming." It wasn't a question. It was a statement.
"No, you're not. Until you finish your belt you aren't fighting anything. Stay here, and if you follow you're suit's gone for a week." Jay sulked and went back to whatever she had been doing. She couldn't be a day over twelve. The Titans were somewhat stunned by how much Batman and Jay acted like father and daughter.
"I'll take the motorcycle," Cyborg said.
"And Raven, Beast Boy and I shall fly there," Star said, settling the matter. Batman nodded.
"Robin, you're with me."
They blasted out of the cave and sped quickly through the suburbs until they got to the city. It was so smoky that it seemed perpetually foggy in the streets, and Robin had been right when he'd said that Gotham was gloomier at night. They reached the building the light had been radiating from, the police building. Boy, it was tall for a police building. Of course, they needed all the police they could get in Gotham. Batman and Robin got out of the car and both of them reached for their belt. They took out their grappling hooks and shot them to the top of the building. Beast Boy the pterodactyl picked up Cyborg and flew him to the top of the building, Star and Raven flew up the side, too. They all reached the top, the light shining brightly in their eyes. There was a man there, tall and of good stature with silvery white hair.
"What, do you have babysitting duty tonight, Batman?" He asked, an eyebrow raised towards the Titans.
"No, these are the heroes from Jump City. They're here to do me a favor for a while."
"Uh huh, it seems like Jump City's pretty desperate. What, are they still in high school?"
"You know, we can hear you, dude," Beast Boy said, arms folded. Quickly he turned into a lion and stalked towards the man, a low growl in his throat. He changed back in front of him. "And don't you even try lyin'."
"Nice pun, BB," Cyborg said, smiling.
"I'm sorry, commissioner. Don't worry about them. What do you need?"
"It's The Red Pack again. Jewelry store on West Side. A lot of 'em. You're gonna need all the help you can get." Batman nodded.
"Let's go," Batman said, jumping off the roof.
"Titans, move out!" Robin shouted, and they jumped, too.
The West Side wasn't far, and it certainly wasn't hard to spot the broken into store. They could hear hoots and hollers from inside, and Batman made the signal to move in. They looked in the broken window. There had to be at least fifteen of them all running around, breaking into cases and generally making a mess of things. They were all dressed in furs, with fake ears and tails to make them resemble wolves. They were also covered in red war paint, stripes and handprints and other designs. They not only looked like wolfish barbarians, they acted like them too, growling at eat other and getting into petty quarrels over tiaras and necklaces. They didn't even attempt to be quiet.
"Move in," Batman whispered. They didn't wait for him to say to again. The five titans and Batman all moved in, surprising the wolves inside immensely. As if in mocking Beast Boy had transformed into a wolf and was snarling at two of them. Robin proceeded to fight two more. Starfire was holding her own, as was Batman.
"Azarath Metrion Zynthos!" Raven moved one of the cases on top of two wolves, thoroughly immobilizing them. Batman had one down. They were dropping like flies. It was no time before they were all unconscious on the floor, tied up. Sirens were wailing in the distance.
"This is where we make our exit," Batman said, walking over the crushed glass and out the door. The titans followed. They made their way back through the winding streets of Gotham, and reached Wayne Manor before bedtime. That night Batman talked with the Titans about The Red Pack.
"Who were those guys?" Robin asked. The other Titans nodded. "Whoever they were they didn't put up much of a fight."
"They weren't expecting six of us. Their leader, Shadow, wasn't even there. It was almost an insult to me. She didn't even think enough of me to show up herself. Of course, she may have also been preoccupied with one of the other packs."
"There are more of these wolf-beasts?" Starfire asked.
"Yes, many more. There are four packs-red, blue, black, and white. Each of them hates the other, so not only do they terrorize the town with crime, but also gang fights. They need to be stopped."
"No prob, B-Man. We got this," Beast Boy said, rubbing his nails on his suit. The others rolled their eyes.
"I don't think you understand, Beast Boy. There are more than a hundred in each pack. It's more of a challenge then you think. Tonight was a small taste of the Red Pack's power, and tonight will make them ensure that they have more people in their next "appearance". For now, get some rest. I want to start BlueJay's training tomorrow if possible." They all said goodnight and went upstairs. Maybe it was only coincidence, but Raven and Starfire were both in the North Wing while the guys were in the South Wing. Robin explained it away, saying that Batman was "old fashioned and didn't want any distractions". They all shook their heads, wondering at the prude ness of old people. The boys and girls parted for the night. The boys went to sleep, but Star dragged Raven into her room, too excited by being in a huge mansion to go to sleep.
"Let us engage in what you call 'Girl Talk'!" She said, beaming while dragging Raven into her room. Since they had been able to pick their rooms (inside the specified wing) Star had chosen a light pink, very feminine room with a gorgeous old-fashioned four-poster bed. There was a very thick off-white carpet wall-to-wall, and a set of floral furniture in one corner of the room by a reading lamp. Star and Raven, both in their pajamas sat on Star's bed and "engaged in girl talk".
"I think you like someone," Starfire teased. Raven sat silently, showing as obviously as she thought was possible that she was not having fun. "I think you like Beast Boy!" Raven glared at her.
"I do not!"
"Do too!"
"Do not!"
"Do too!"
"Well you like Robin!" Raven shot back. Starfire smiled and giggled.
"Maybe, maybe not..." She giggled again. Raven rolled her eyes. "I know you like Beast Boy, though. Robin and I were watching you on the plane. It's very obvious." Raven was blushing furiously, unable to deny it because she couldn't really speak. Starfire grinned ear to ear. "I must get you together!"
"No! Okay, I'm going to bed, Starfire. Good night."
"Do not allow the bed beetles to bite!" Starfire called as Raven left. She sighed romantically, tucked in and turned off the lights.
A/N: Away at camp I, well, forgot where I was going with this thing. I'll figure it out, though! And while I figure it out, you can check out my other story, Kiss Away My Tears, too. Hope you're having a great summer!
Review Answers: Neddles – Thanks for the reviews, they've been really helpful! Rowlingfan217 – I like you, you seem crazy, hehe. Thanks! Mysterymaiden7 – I hope you like it so far. Gracias por los reviews (or whatever, hehe) Warprince2000 – Thanks for the review, I hope you like were I'm going with it ( AzarathMetrionZynthos12 – Thanks, I had fun at camp. I like your name!
Please review if you have questions or comments! Inwe
Disclaimer: Yea, I always forget these things. I don't own it. That's why it's on , make sense? Okies, now that that's done, if I forget it again it's all good, hehe. Yes, I am extremely forgetful. Shh, it's a secret.
After landing on Bruce Wayne's jet pad (a new installment to Robin, who only remembered the Batplane hanging upside down in the cave) Bruce Wayne himself came out to greet the Titans, who all walked off the plane a bit jet lagged. They all lined up outside the jet, gawking at the mansion that had to be at least four stories tall and as long as Titan Tower was tall. Only Robin stepped up to Bruce, offering his hand, but instead got a crushing hug. "It's good to see you, Dick."
Beast Boy snorted and started laughing. "Your name is Dick?"
"Richard, Beast Boy, Richard," Raven said, rolling her eyes. Robin narrowed his eyes at BB and turned back to Bruce.
"Just call me Robin, Bruce," he said, looking up at a towering bull of a man. The other Titans wondered just why Bruce had chosen Robin when the only thing they seemed to have in common was the jet black hair on their head and the red spark in their eyes. Robin was small and lithe, more an acrobat than a wrestler. Bruce was built like a bull, even to the point that his head seemed almost too small on top of his thick neck and wide shoulders. Robin was short, even for his age, whereas Bruce seemed to be almost seven feet tall, even taller than Cyborg. They were an odd pair, and must have looked even odder when they were both younger, but when their eyes met it was obvious that there was more between them than just showed on the surface. There was some past that connected them, brought them together, and made them feel like it was their duty to fight crime, even without supernatural powers. br p br After bringing in the luggage (which now sat in a gargantuan heap in the middle of the manor's enormous foyer) Wayne immediately offered dinner, which they all graciously accepted. It was over lunch that Robin and Batman talked on incessantly about their crime-fighting past.
"What happened to The Joker?"
"He's performing at birthday parties in Arkham Asylum."
"Catwoman?"
"In the zoo."
"Poison Ivy?"
"Weeded."
"Mr. Freeze?"
"Defrosted."
"Then who the hell is left?" Robin asked incredulously, "I thought you had villains on your hands." Bruce sighed.
"I do, but I told you, they aren't /i enemies. They're all like you, you and your Titans. They are the next generation of villains, out of my league." He said the last bit bitterly. "After the decades, the Dark Knight's armor is starting to rust, and his sword is getting a little too heavy for his arm. I can't keep up Robin. That's why I'm training Jay." He saw Robin's angry look. "Robin, I didn't want her to fight at first, just like I didn't want you to fight. Don't think I thought she was better than you, but just like you, she is determined to fight. I'm too old for the training I gave you, it's your job."
Catching the conversation, Raven interjected, "What kind of villains do we have on our hands?" Bruce opened his mouth to answer and a siren sounded, louder than any of the other sirens they heard on the way over. Bruce looked out the window, and in the sky was a giant circular light, in the center the same bat like shaped of Robin's beeper.
"It seems you'll find out if you care to join me. Night comes, and the bad guys are out to play." Bruce looked at Robin, a smile playing on his lips, and Robin smiled back, seeming to know what was coming. "iRobin, to the Bat Cave!/i"
In an instant the two were gone, racing towards the foyer. The other four got up and bolted after them. Bruce and Robin reached the Foyer and went through a door that BB had found locked earlier that day. With a clang the silver and dishes that were behind the door were thrust aside, shelf and all, and the two vanished into the darkness.
"Ummm, guys?" BB asked, but he didn't even need an answer. With a gulp, they all went through the door and jumped into the darkness. br p br
By the time the four Titans had reached the interior of the cave, Batman had his suit on, which made him even more imposing than he was as Bruce Wayne. He smiled at Robin and Robin smiled back. The four Titans just looked on as the lights went on in the cave, revealing the different means of transportation Batman had.
"Plane, motorcycle, boat – take your pick. I'm in the car. It's a two-seater." Just as he finished footsteps echoed in the dark and the girl that the Titans had seen from Robin's communicator stepped out, just as she had appeared a week ago.
"I'm coming." It wasn't a question. It was a statement.
"No, you're not. Until you finish your belt you aren't fighting anything. Stay here, and if you follow you're suit's gone for a week." Jay sulked and went back to whatever she had been doing. She couldn't be a day over twelve. The Titans were somewhat stunned by how much Batman and Jay acted like father and daughter.
"I'll take the motorcycle," Cyborg said.
"And Raven, Beast Boy and I shall fly there," Star said, settling the matter. Batman nodded.
"Robin, you're with me."
They blasted out of the cave and sped quickly through the suburbs until they got to the city. It was so smoky that it seemed perpetually foggy in the streets, and Robin had been right when he'd said that Gotham was gloomier at night. They reached the building the light had been radiating from, the police building. Boy, it was tall for a police building. Of course, they needed all the police they could get in Gotham. Batman and Robin got out of the car and both of them reached for their belt. They took out their grappling hooks and shot them to the top of the building. Beast Boy the pterodactyl picked up Cyborg and flew him to the top of the building, Star and Raven flew up the side, too. They all reached the top, the light shining brightly in their eyes. There was a man there, tall and of good stature with silvery white hair.
"What, do you have babysitting duty tonight, Batman?" He asked, an eyebrow raised towards the Titans.
"No, these are the heroes from Jump City. They're here to do me a favor for a while."
"Uh huh, it seems like Jump City's pretty desperate. What, are they still in high school?"
"You know, we can hear you, dude," Beast Boy said, arms folded. Quickly he turned into a lion and stalked towards the man, a low growl in his throat. He changed back in front of him. "And don't you even try lyin'."
"Nice pun, BB," Cyborg said, smiling.
"I'm sorry, commissioner. Don't worry about them. What do you need?"
"It's The Red Pack again. Jewelry store on West Side. A lot of 'em. You're gonna need all the help you can get." Batman nodded.
"Let's go," Batman said, jumping off the roof.
"Titans, move out!" Robin shouted, and they jumped, too.
The West Side wasn't far, and it certainly wasn't hard to spot the broken into store. They could hear hoots and hollers from inside, and Batman made the signal to move in. They looked in the broken window. There had to be at least fifteen of them all running around, breaking into cases and generally making a mess of things. They were all dressed in furs, with fake ears and tails to make them resemble wolves. They were also covered in red war paint, stripes and handprints and other designs. They not only looked like wolfish barbarians, they acted like them too, growling at eat other and getting into petty quarrels over tiaras and necklaces. They didn't even attempt to be quiet.
"Move in," Batman whispered. They didn't wait for him to say to again. The five titans and Batman all moved in, surprising the wolves inside immensely. As if in mocking Beast Boy had transformed into a wolf and was snarling at two of them. Robin proceeded to fight two more. Starfire was holding her own, as was Batman.
"Azarath Metrion Zynthos!" Raven moved one of the cases on top of two wolves, thoroughly immobilizing them. Batman had one down. They were dropping like flies. It was no time before they were all unconscious on the floor, tied up. Sirens were wailing in the distance.
"This is where we make our exit," Batman said, walking over the crushed glass and out the door. The titans followed. They made their way back through the winding streets of Gotham, and reached Wayne Manor before bedtime. That night Batman talked with the Titans about The Red Pack.
"Who were those guys?" Robin asked. The other Titans nodded. "Whoever they were they didn't put up much of a fight."
"They weren't expecting six of us. Their leader, Shadow, wasn't even there. It was almost an insult to me. She didn't even think enough of me to show up herself. Of course, she may have also been preoccupied with one of the other packs."
"There are more of these wolf-beasts?" Starfire asked.
"Yes, many more. There are four packs-red, blue, black, and white. Each of them hates the other, so not only do they terrorize the town with crime, but also gang fights. They need to be stopped."
"No prob, B-Man. We got this," Beast Boy said, rubbing his nails on his suit. The others rolled their eyes.
"I don't think you understand, Beast Boy. There are more than a hundred in each pack. It's more of a challenge then you think. Tonight was a small taste of the Red Pack's power, and tonight will make them ensure that they have more people in their next "appearance". For now, get some rest. I want to start BlueJay's training tomorrow if possible." They all said goodnight and went upstairs. Maybe it was only coincidence, but Raven and Starfire were both in the North Wing while the guys were in the South Wing. Robin explained it away, saying that Batman was "old fashioned and didn't want any distractions". They all shook their heads, wondering at the prude ness of old people. The boys and girls parted for the night. The boys went to sleep, but Star dragged Raven into her room, too excited by being in a huge mansion to go to sleep.
"Let us engage in what you call 'Girl Talk'!" She said, beaming while dragging Raven into her room. Since they had been able to pick their rooms (inside the specified wing) Star had chosen a light pink, very feminine room with a gorgeous old-fashioned four-poster bed. There was a very thick off-white carpet wall-to-wall, and a set of floral furniture in one corner of the room by a reading lamp. Star and Raven, both in their pajamas sat on Star's bed and "engaged in girl talk".
"I think you like someone," Starfire teased. Raven sat silently, showing as obviously as she thought was possible that she was not having fun. "I think you like Beast Boy!" Raven glared at her.
"I do not!"
"Do too!"
"Do not!"
"Do too!"
"Well you like Robin!" Raven shot back. Starfire smiled and giggled.
"Maybe, maybe not..." She giggled again. Raven rolled her eyes. "I know you like Beast Boy, though. Robin and I were watching you on the plane. It's very obvious." Raven was blushing furiously, unable to deny it because she couldn't really speak. Starfire grinned ear to ear. "I must get you together!"
"No! Okay, I'm going to bed, Starfire. Good night."
"Do not allow the bed beetles to bite!" Starfire called as Raven left. She sighed romantically, tucked in and turned off the lights.
A/N: Away at camp I, well, forgot where I was going with this thing. I'll figure it out, though! And while I figure it out, you can check out my other story, Kiss Away My Tears, too. Hope you're having a great summer!
Review Answers: Neddles – Thanks for the reviews, they've been really helpful! Rowlingfan217 – I like you, you seem crazy, hehe. Thanks! Mysterymaiden7 – I hope you like it so far. Gracias por los reviews (or whatever, hehe) Warprince2000 – Thanks for the review, I hope you like were I'm going with it ( AzarathMetrionZynthos12 – Thanks, I had fun at camp. I like your name!
Please review if you have questions or comments! Inwe