AN: It's Piroko, and I'm sorry I haven't updated recently. Anyways, the results are in and so far only one person has voted for me to update twice a week. Which beats out the outstanding 0 votes for me to update once a week. So I'll try to go for twice a week. I just want you all to realize that this will probably result in more PFD's, less sleep, more fics, and perhaps less poetry (because it has to flow. I can't just force myself to write poems). The song of the week is "Ai", the Excel Saga theme. All hail Koshi Rikudo. I've never seen the show, but it's supposed to be pretty damn funny. So, someone reviewed and told me that I should read "The Raven" by Edgar Allen Poe. Ahem, but that was the joke. My title "The Raven" was a stolen mock title taken from Poe. In other news, NIGHTMARE IS CANCELLED. Do not despair, for I have decided to pick up slightly after it left off in this weeks fic called "For the Love of The Darkness". BTW: it is a yuri fic, so if you're not into that kinda stuff, I suggest you don't read this portion. If you don't mind or like it, then please read and tell me what you think. For those of you who have noticed the rating change, yes, it is partially for this fic. Also, my poems are becoming better and darker, so that's another reason. Okay, you didn't come here to hear me rant; you came to read my stuff. Hope you like it. And as always Read and Review! –Piroko

"For the Love of the Darkness"

Cyborg yawned as he walked into the living room. They had just returned from another "mission" and needed some rest.

"Psycho defeated, crisis averted, time for bed," Robin said, as he headed in as well. He was quickly followed by Beast Boy, Raven and Starfire.

"And to think, I just took a shower," Raven spoke, disappointed in the fact that after just bathing she was called out to chase of some villain of some sort. She thought about it and decided against having another shower. She proceeded to make her way towards the couch and fall upon it.

"I am glad we have emerged victorious! Shall we celebrate?!" Starfire called out, hyperactive as always.

"Nah, I think we're all pretty wiped Star. Let's just crash for the night." Robin replied, heading for his room.

The green-eyed Tamarainian took a seat on the couch next to Raven. She eyed the purple-haired one with interest before speaking.

"Raven?"

"Yeah?"

"Are you okay?"

"Just fine Star. A little tired, but other than that, I'm perfectly fine," Came the response. Raven's eyes wandered across the room to the neon green digital clock on the VCR. It read 10:03. She wouldn't be unconscious for at least another couple of hours.

Raven closed her eyes and started musing. Several random thoughts passed through her mind, but one kept reoccurring. It was the memory of the massage Starfire had given her earlier.

'Well, it was rather relaxing and felt sooooo good.' She thought. Just the memory sent shivers through her body. Raven never thought that Starfire could be so oblivious, strong, and hyperactive on the outside, and yet so soft and delicate as well. The Tamarainian had a soothing voice, a gentle touch and a beautiful body…

'Wait! What am I thinking? Did I just…? Well… It is kinda true. She's tall, got this slender figure, really pretty green-eyes. Wow. Am I seriously saying this to myself?' Raven's thoughts about Starfire were suddenly all over the place. Her heart started pounding, her stomach in knots. She opened her eyes and sat up. It was then she realized that Star was still sitting right next to her.

"Uh… Star? What are you doing here?" the dark titan pondered.

"I just thought you might like some company. Was I wrong? Should I be off to sleep as well?" She answered, feeling slightly unwanted.

"No, I just… Star, can I ask you something?" Raven stood up.

"Of course. What is it?" said the alien, following Raven's actions.

The purple-haired girl blushed. "Uh… c-c-can you… h-hold me? Just w-wrap your arms around me…" She finally managed to get the words out.

Starfire drew Raven close and gently held her. "Is this what you mean?"

Raven closed her eyes and nuzzled against Star's body. "Yes. Are you always this gentle?"

"Indeed. Does your body always feel this cold?" It was Starfire's turn to ask questions.

Raven looked at Starfire with half-closed eyes, "Yes. But I feel so warm in your arms."

Starfire placed a finger under Raven's chin. Their lips brushed against one another as the cloaked one wrapped her arms around Star.

"S-Starfire?"

"Yes Raven."

"Is it unusual for a girl to have feelings for another girl on Tamaran?" Raven inquired.

"No. Here?"

"Slightly. It's more accepted than boys having feelings for boys though," She replied before going to kiss Starfire again, "Star, there's something I have to tell you."

"What is it?" The Tamarainian wondered. She pulled Raven closer, hoping it wasn't going to be a request for her to let go.

"S-Starfire…. I… I think…" She stuttered. Could she force herself to reveal her feelings about the stranger from another world?

"I think I'm in love with you." She was finally able to say.

"Raven. I must confess something as well. For a long time now, I have always had a strange feeling in my stomach whenever I looked at you. I wondered just how it would feel to hold you in my arms, and now…" Her voice trailed off.

"Now what?" Raven spoke almost eagerly. She brought one of her arms up around the back of Starfire's neck, and held her waist with the other.

"Raven… I love you." The red-haired alien finished.

Their lips met once more. This time, Raven opened her mouth and sent her tongue deep into the recesses of Starfire's mouth. Their tongues entwined, they fought for control in one another's mouth. Raven then paused. She gazed deep into Starfire's eyes.

"Yes Raven?" She said, returning the loving look.

"I... I..." She stuttered.

"What is it?" Starfire wondered.

"I love you."

AN: Sorry bout the ending. I'm lazy tonight, and talking on the phone with my girlfriend at the same time. I'll update again soon. Thanx everyone! -Piroko