Disclaimer: I don't own Teen Titans...I'm starting to get used to saying this.
By the way, so you know, they are between 17-18. I forgot to mention that. Starfire was 16 when Robin left, and a year later, well, you do the math. :) This chapter has a hint, not the real thing, of sex; so if you're offended, ignore it, or whatever. But there is no detailed description. That would be way too bizarre. I only did it because it made since and it has to do with the story line...kind of. So, on with the story, and enough of my loud mouth. :)
Robin froze when Starfire pressed her lips against his. Feeling Robin stiffen, she pulled back fast, her eye apologetic. "I am sorry, Robin. I just wished to..." She could think of what to say that wouldn't make matters worse. "I am so—"She was cut off by Robin's mouth. He placed his hands on either side of her face so he wouldn't crush her and his kiss became more urgent, more demanding. Not sure if she was doing it right, she kissed him back. She moaned when he slipped his tongue into her mouth.
Does this mean she forgives me? Hell, who cares?
Beast Boy studied his nail, waiting, ever so patiently, for Robin to come flying through the door, beaten and bloody. But, three hours later, when there was no sign of a fight, Beast Boy's patience started to ware thin, so...he did what he always did when he was bored. He bothered Raven.
Cyborg, who was filling a glass full of water, glanced up and tilted his head calmly as Beast Boy flew past him. "Dude, I told you not to mess with Raven, but do you listen? No, of course not. So, this time, I am just gonna sit back and laugh." Cyborg threw back his head and laughed hard. Beast Boy, who happened to be the one bloodied and bruised, grabbed the water in Cyborg's hand and dumped it on the metal teens head. The water went up Cyborg's nose, and he started to cough. Beast Boy walked back to the couch, glaring at Raven.
"That's it. I am not going to even try to make you smile anymore. You're not worth the pain. I wish Terra were here instead of you. Even though she was working for Slade, she's still better than you ever could be." And with that, he walked into his room, glaring at everything. Beast Boy was still sore, knowing that Terra was working for Slade.
Raven watched him go, placing the book in her lap. She hated to admit it, but what he said stung, a lot. Almost to the point of sobbing, but she held it back. He was now the only one who tried to talk to her, and now he wasn't, all because of her.
Cyborg gave a final cough, saying, "Man, that was harsh, especially for B.B. But I do see why he said that. You were a little--" The rest was cut off when the faucet was broke, spewing water in Cyborg's face. And Raven was the cause of Cyborg near drowning.
Raven didn't even glance at Cyborg. Instead, she stood up slowly and walked out, heading for the roof to meditate, everything she pasted breaking into tiny pieces. She watched everything break, and whispered to herself, "Every thing is breaking. Just like my heart. How ironic." Then she shook her head, cursing herself for showing any emotions. It's not worth it. Beast Boy's words mean nothing to me. And she hated herself for knowing what she said was a lie.
No matter how hard she tried, Raven couldn't concentrate enough to meditate. Beast Boy's words still haunted her, even though it was Beast Boy who said it. With a deep sigh, she lowered herself to the ground and sat down on the cold cement, the icy wind blowing her hair and cape. She glanced at the gray sky and mused aloud, "It will probably snow." As if on cue, heavy snowflakes fell from the dark sky, sticking to the ground and her cape. Raven held back a shiver. She stayed there, hours later, until the roof was covered with a white blanket of snow and pulled her cape closer to her to keep in the warmth. After this, she promised herself a steaming cup of herbal tea.
I shouldn't let what Beast Boy said get to me like this. But, strangely, it does. It wouldn't have mattered if Cyborg said it, but when coming form Beast Boy, it hurts, but it is expected, considering I threw him into the kitchen. And all because he had tried to make me smile, like he usually does. I guess I should get used to it, being alone. I have been all my life, so it should be easy. I hope it is. She stood up slowly, her limbs almost frozen. But she still didn't move, just stared at the snow falling around Jump city like a protective blanket.
The roof door opened, but she didn't turn around, just stood there, rubbing her arms to keep them from going numb.
"Raven, you should come in. It 's freezing out here, and we don't you to get sick, especially when the crime rate is up so much more that it used to be."
Raven gave a low laugh. "I'm glad your so worried, Beast Boy." But she said it sarcastically. She still made no move to leave.
Beast Boy's teeth started to chatter. "Come on, Raven, you know what I mean."
She turned, and the wind blew her hood back. "No, I don't know what you mean, and I really don't want to. Let me guess, Cyborg sent you out here, didn't he? Probably had to drag you up here, otherwise, you would have never come." She turned back, and Beast Boy groaned. "Raven, your going to get really sick. Please come in. How long have you been out here?"
"For awhile now."
"Raven, come on, I just got here and I'm already an ice sickle. And you've been out here for awhile now so you must be frozen."
"I'm a half demon. Cold does not bother me." But she was starting to go numb, so maybe she should go back in. Since the snow had started, she had to clench her teeth together to stop the chattering. And she figured her lips were starting to turn blue. Turning on her heel, she walked passed Beast Boy, but it was slow, considering her limbs were just starting to thaw out from movement.
But, her traitorous body betrayed her, and her teeth started to chatter, right in front of Beast Boy.
And he happened to hear it. Without thinking, Beast Boy grabbed her hand, only to find it freezing. He wanted to pull back, but he already felt guilty enough about what he had said.
Raven glanced at Beast Boy, then at his hand, and back to his face. He waited for her to pull back, or to throw him over the roof, but she just stood there, watching him with her emotionless violet eyes.
"Raven, your freezing. You really need to get back inside and under the covers, okay?" She merely nodded, all of sudden feeling warm, which was not a good sign.
"Maybe I shouldn't have stayed out here for so long, "Raven said. Then, she collapsed.
Starfire yawned, stretching out her body. She winced at the soreness, but other than that, she felt content, and totally relaxed. She snuggled back against Robin, who was sound asleep with his arm thrown around her waist. She sighed. "I guess this means I forgive him. But, I'm still putting him through what he put me through."
"It's only fair, but I deserve much more pain that I put you through." Starfire jumped, not knowing he was awake. "Oh, you are up." He gave a low laugh, kissing her shoulder. "Yeah, I'm up."
What she had done with Robin, she had never done before, but felt no remorse at the loss she sustained. "Robin?" Starfire asked, snuggling closer to his chest to keep in the warmth.
"Yeah?"
"Will...will you leave me again, even after this? Even after I unintentionally told you I loved you during the mating?"
Robin had to laugh at her choice of words. "Starfire, I promise, I will never leave your side again. Well, unless I'm taken against my will." He pushed her onto her back, laying across her and kissing her neck, enchanted when she laughed. "If I am gone, know that I was taken against my will. That is the only time I will ever leave you. I promise."
She grinned. "I will allow no one to take you against your will." He kissed her, slowly, and then rolled back onto his side, taking her with him. "I'm still sleepy, so I'm going back to sleep."
Starfire grinned, but had to ask. "Robin, I read something on the human mating ritual, and it said that this is how the offspring are created and it is called 'being pregnant'. What if I am with child? Would you still stay with me then?"
Robin's eyes, which had been closed, shot open behind his mask. What if she is? Fear mixed with excitement raced through him. He kissed her shoulder again. "Yeah, Star, I would still stay with you."
She smiled, turning to face him, her hands tucked under her chin. He leaned his forehead against hers. "So, what are you going to make me do to prove that I will never leave you again?"
"Well, this is a start, I guess. The rest you will have to wait for and take heed, Robin, for I have a vigorous imagination." He laughed.
Beast Boy carried the unconscious Raven to her room, laying her on the bed, and then realized her clothes were wet. "Damn," Beast Boy muttered to himself. Maybe I should get Starfire to do this. I can't get Cyborg or Robin...man; it feels weird to say that name again. It's Raven moaned, cracking open her eyes. "What happened?"
"You were outside freezing to death, probably because of me." His voice was filled with self-loathing.
"Beast Boy, it wasn't your fault. I should have come in sooner—"
"Raven, I am so sorry about what I said. I didn't mean it, not at all. It just, well, slipped. With the whole Terra and Star thing, I was just so—"
"Annoyed? We all were, Beast Boy, not just you."
He grinned. "I guess that's why you threw me into the kitchen."
She grimaced. "Yes, I guess that's why." Her teeth started to chatter.
"Uh...Raven?"
"Yes?"
"Your...your clothes are soaking wet and...you need to take them off...I mean, if you can that is...you still look...weak, no, I mean...uh, never mind about that, but you do need to take those clothes off."
She nodded, and tried to sit up, only to fall back again. Beast Boy knew she wouldn't be able to do it, so her blushed. "Would you kill me if I had to do it?"
"Yes, in a heartbeat, but, considering the situation, I will make it quick and painless." Beast Boy cracked a grin.
"Okay, I guess I should start." Raven nodded and blushed.
It took awhile, bearing in mind that Beast Boy's hands were shaking, but he managed to get most of the wet clothes off, leaving her in a bra and underwear, but, like the gentleman he was, he kept his eyes on her face.
He laid her back down, and the groaned. Her sheets were wet from her clothes. "Raven, since your bed is wet, I can take you to my room and sleep on the floor or couch."
She raised an eyebrow. "Okay."
Oh how to go about this...I guess I could just...carry her...damn...what to do...
"You know I can float, walk, or whatever, and get there myself." Raven suggested, but Beast Boy ignored her. He suddenly snapped his fingers, loudly, making her jump.
"I know...I can just...carry you!"
She rolled her eyes. "Wow, only you could think of that." He ignored her sarcasm, searched for a blanket, that was not wet, and, when he came up empty, he searched for where she kept her cloaks.
As if knowing, she said, "They are in the closet, where most of my clothes are."
He blinked, blushed, and glanced at her for permission to raid her closet. She nodded, still cold, and the wet sheets were not helping any, but she kept them pulled up to her chest. "You know, Beast Boy, all I have to do is take a hot bath, and while I'm in there, you can stick the sheets in the dryer. It's rather simple, really. Saves you the trouble of sleeping on the floor."
He tilted his head, watching her, as if she were nuts. Then he said, "Now why didn't I think of that? Hmm. I'll go run the water." He ran out, almost running into the door, and when silence hung around her, Raven sighed, tucking the wet sheets under her arm. The whole time he had been here, she had been nervous, self-conscious, and tongue-tied. And it was because of Beast Boy, of all people. Beast Boy, for crying out loud! She had been nervous around him, and she knew that when he would look at her, she would blush. She had never blushed around him. Blushing, to her, was like laughing. Totally foreign to her, because she had never, well, blushed, unless embarrassed. But when she flushed around Beast Boy, it was not out of embarrassment.
And when he came back to help her to the bathroom, she blushed, again, when he wrapped an arm around her bare waist. God, she hoped no one saw her like this.
Uh...that was kind of weird, the scene between Robin and Star...yeah...I don't usually do that sort of thing...anyways, sorry this took so long. I have been working on...about four different stories. Anyways, until the next chapter!