A. Note: Sorry if this update came up late, but I've been busy. Anyways, here's the next chapter, hope you like it. Oh, and the thanks are at the end.
Entry 4
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Life is much too important a thing ever to talk seriously about it.
-Vera, of the Nihilists
-Oscar Wilde
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"Where is he!!?" A guard rushed to his friend, shouting.
The second man glanced around frantically. "How should I know!? I still don't have feedback from the surveillance team!!"
The first looked more furious. "Why isn't the laser defense systems activating!? It should have been triggered already!!"
"It's been disabled, all of it!"
The alarm was booming loudly and all conversations must be made in high volume.
The first man growled and took out a wireless communicator. "This is Team Beta! Surveillance team, please give us some directions!!!"
"We can't! The entire system has malfunctioned!!" A panicked voice of a male responded.
"More like hacked!!! It's showing us Hello Kitty screen shots!!!" Another voice carried.
The first man banged his head with the communicator. "Arrrghhh!!!!"
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"C'mon! There's got to be a way to override this thing!!" A guard of the surveillance team cried, typing furiously.
His partner beside him was checking on the schematics of the programs.
"There's no way he could have just hacked into our systems like this, how-"
He saw something. "This isn't one of our discs! When was this thing here!? Dammit! That asshole must have sneaked in here somehow!"
Pssssssssss!!!
"Hey! I've overridden the system codes! We should be able to gain visual relay right away!"
"Great! Hurry up and get those craps back on!!!"
Psssssssssssss!!!
"All right, we have-huh!?"
"What the hell!?"
They both looked at a surveillance camera behind them.
"He routed all of the cameras to the one in this damn room!!"
The screens showed their own frustrated faces.
"Now just how the hell did he do that!?"
"Wait! Look! There's still a few operational!"
The man pointed at a few screens that showed several non-disrupted screens. They then saw Robin in one of the screens, walking leisurely within one of the laboratories.
"We got a lock-on, what is the location of that camera!?"
"In the sonic-rupture lab, on the east side of the third floor!"
"Right! You heard that, Karl!? Get everyone to the third floor, east! Pronto!"
"Copy that! Move, everyone!! The target is on the third floor, east! I repeat! The target is on the third floor, east!!"
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Robin carelessly took possession of the disc in question. Twirling and looking at it critically.
"So, this is the famous UL4 disc? Not that impressive. Then again, it's always what's in it that matters."
The dark rogue smiled, a smile that was far different from the ones he showed his new roommate.
"And now to wait for the imbeciles. I guess I can test my new freeze disc on them. Or maybe...."
His hand and belt glowed bright red.
"This might be in need of some test subjects."
Robin chuckled, pressing a thumb to his temple. He then leaned back against a wall.
"I wonder how long it'll take for them to find that hologram."
He began humming again, but a different tune than the one he hummed two days ago. It sounded suspiciously like the song Shiny Happy People.
Robin suddenly felt bored, very bored. Not because there weren't any guards for him to fight, but because he was just waiting idly.
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Robin was placing a few more items such as socks and pants in organization within the drawers, when Kori came in with a slightly perplexed expression.
"Richard, I wish to ask you something."
Robin turned to give the girl his undivided attention. "Huh? What is it, Kori?" He also made a mental note to let her organize her ...ahem...undergarments herself.
"The room in which I took the shower, the lavatory?"
"Yeah, that's right, what about it?" He said smiling as he got up, scratching his head a little.
"There is a peculiar device adjacent to the stall of the shower, one that resembles a chair, but......has water filled in it."
Robin raised an eyebrow. "Gah? Sounds like the toilet you're talking about." He suddenly dreaded what he might need to explain to his alien roommate.
"Oh, God......"
Kori didn't seem to notice, and continued her pondered question.
"The toilet? What is its purpose? Perhaps for the consumption of water?"
Robin felt his throat go dry. "K-kori. Please, oh please, tell me you didn't drink from it."
Kori shook her head. Robin sighed a breath of relief.
"The water within the 'toilet' did not appear sanitary, and I had already satisfied my need for water through the shower of ablution!" She said a little giddily.
"You drank from the shower? Uh......well, it's not that bad." Robin decided that he really needed to show Kori how to get water from the dispenser.
"Richard, you have not answered my question..." Kori reminded, a little in a whining voice.
Robin had judged that fighting Slade was more enjoyable than this. "The toilet is for......um......you know, taking care of business and such..."
"Business? Earthlings conduct commercialism and trade at the toilet? How strange."
Robin was pinching the bridge of his nose. "N-no, no. We don't do that at the toilet. I said 'business' as in, oh man...... as in......ummmm......emptying the wastes in our bowels...uh......kinda thing."
The teen was now whacking his head, while Kori thought over his words briefly.
Suddenly, she clapped her hands together. "Ah! I understand! The 'toilet' is for the purpose of defecation and urination!!!"
Robin now didn't know which was worse: having him explain the purpose of the toilet or hearing Kori shout her understanding so blatantly.
".........yeah, yeah it is." He said, deciding that paining over it wasn't going to help him.
The girl seemed pleased that her assumption was correct and made a slight gesture of victory. Then, she appeared thoughtful for a second, which elicited Robin's curiosity.
A pause.
"Please excuse me!" Kori cried before she hurriedly ran out of the room.
Robin blinked. The sound of the bathroom door closing was heard.
".........ahahahahahaha!!!!"
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"Hehehehehe." Robin chuckled, feeling immensely amused.
The boy felt a different set of amusement from his usual escapades, everything seemed lively and fun since Kori arrived.
The alarms still blared from all around him, but Robin didn't seem to care, or remember where he was exactly.
He scratched his head, continuously grinning.
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Robin ushered Kori to the living room, and placed both hands at his side, in an exaggerated presentation pose.
"Behold! The T.V! Also known as the master of all humans on earth!!!" The young man exclaimed, snickering.
But Kori didn't look amused. "Master? What do you mean, Richard? Does this black box of treachery have some involvement with the enslavement of others?"
She felt a righteous fury rise within her, her eyes began to glow slightly, and there were developing green particles of an unknown energy that surrounding her hands. Earth had seemed like such nice planet, could there be overlords and slavers still? She was debating whether or not to let loose that fury in her hands on the offending black object.
Robin had in the meantime had his back turned to her, so he could look for the remote.
"Haha. I didn't mean that, it's just a lame joke that people make. Now, where's that stupid remote?"
Kori relaxed considerably when he said that, but took immediate notice of her charged hands.
"Aha! I knew it was under the coach. How? I'll never know." He turned around.
Kori squealed an 'eep' and withdrew her hands behind her back. Robin saw her odd expression and made a questioning noise. The girl just smiled sheepishly, and shook her hands behind her back.
"Anyways," he continued, "television is considered one of the most popular forms of entertainment and broadcast of information throughout the world, next to the internet of course."
Deciding to let the television itself to do the explaining, he pressed the power button.
The T.V. 'blinked' and showed a commercial of some kind of movie.
"Glorious!" Kori clapped her hands in excitement. "The black box is displaying images! Oh, your earth boxes are so full of interesting and pragmatic conveniences!"
She got closer to the television, to see more detail.
"Tell me, is this similar to a transmission emitter?"
Robin probably understood all forms of communication technology. Ranging from radio, electric, photon, and etc. His 'profession' more or less requires such knowledge. But he couldn't just tell her that, right?
"Hmm, maybe. I'm not entirely sure what that is, though, but I think I have a few hunches."
Kori observed the screen a little more. "Is this T of the V also a method of observing others? Are we observing other inhabitants as of now?"
Robin smirked. "No, we're not watching anyone to catch them with their pants down. It's mostly recorded video footage that's broadcasted from stations in the regions. We're just seeing stuff that's already been modified and such."
"With their pants down?"
"Oh, it means to see someone at their moment of vulnerability, or something like that."
The girl accepted the answer as it is and continued to focus her attention on the screen, asking more questions about the television and the many interesting effects and scenes on screen.
She was watching the television like a child looking at a Christmas tree. Her eyes danced with excitement and awe as the widescreen T.V., which was a display of the many benefits of having lots of money.
Robin enjoyed seeing her happy expression, at least a lot more than seeing her sad and hurt, just a day ago.
He didn't pay much attention to the television, finding the new roommate much more interesting, and answered each of her questions patiently and to the best of his abilities, just like he promised.
Kori turned to the boy and giggled. "Earthlings are quite amusing with their outlandish behaviors. Tell me, why is that man adorning the fashion of female earthlings?"
The television screen was showing a rather revolting and low leveled talk show of disputes between odd people in outrageous situations. Today's special was: My boyfriend is a cross-dresser who sleeps with my brother.
Robin made a face of disgust and changed the channel.
"Umm......let's try to avoid those kinds of shows, they're not exactly on the top of the culture paradigm."
"Oh? Why is that so? What does this 'show' entail that is so dismaying?"
Robin discovered that talking to Kori was in itself a rather engrossing task, not just because of her curiosity, but also because of her insightful comments.
"Well, it's more or less that these shows try to gain attention and popularity by depicting and showing the worst aspects of society. It's just a manner of commercial I think, but they really show some sick stuff out there. And sometimes it becomes a waste of my cable bill. I think it's best that we don't watch things like that."
"I believe I understand, but...umm..."
Robin had noticed her reluctance to speak, and ushered her by placing a hand on her shoulder. "Hey, don't get scared on me, especially me, you don't have to hold anything back. Just talk, we're roommates, and we have to be able to speak freely with each other."
Kori smiled and nodded gratefully, feeling the urge to hug the dear boy again.
"I thank you, Richard." She paused.
"It is that.........from what I understand, you mean to say there are people who wish to be debased? They......are willing for others to see?......I do not truly understand."
Robin found the answer hard to provide. It was commonplace for people to show their ugly or stupid side for stardom or just money. Capitalism and the media made it possible, and no one questions it, though perhaps many criticize it.
But his concern was that he couldn't explain it to the Tamaranian girl the idea of treachery for the selfish gain on an individual. Because if he could, then he would be defining himself. He never wanted to define himself.
Kori at the same time seemed to be troubled as well, though Robin couldn't decipher what she was concerned of.
The girl was in thought for a few passing, but seemingly long, moments, before she sparkled up and directed Robin's attention to a commercial of McDonalds.
The two chatted and made comments about the various commercials on television, and Robin had found himself, for the first time, thinking that commercials were interesting.
He decided to show Kori the art of 'channel surfing' later.
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Robin placed both hands on his waist, rubbing a certain spot in a fit of agitation.
There were still no guards, they haven't been able to descry the hologram and catch on to his scheme.
He glanced at the dark room, no longer hearing the loud blaring noise that echoes in every corner of the building. Wordlessly, he closed his eyes, and waited.
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Kori stifled a yawn, and smiled sheepishly.
They were in the middle of dinner, which took almost an hour to prepare, since Robin was spending most of the time teaching her his earthy culinary arts. He had made certain to notify the purpose of silverware to her.
She wasn't uncultured, he understood that immediately. Actually, she seemed well acquainted with table manners. Last time she was just too hungry. He can understand. She had probably been drifting in space for a long time. Of course, he had yet to ask her on the subject. It seemed to be a pretty delicate topic, and so he steered clear away from fear of upsetting her.
Of course, he wasn't much to speak of his own issues either. So they were pretty much even on that.
Robin chuckled. "Hey, that's inappropriate at the table, young lady!"
Kori caught the light tone behind those words easily. "Teehee. Richard, are you scolding me?"
"Um, yeah! I haven't even told you about my most exciting adventure at the supermarket, and you're already bored!" He scrunched his nose in mock anger.
Kori certainly found his antics funny, and giggled. But another thing that caused her to giggle, was the fact she didn't exactly know what he was talking about.
"Heeheehee. Richard, I do not even know what a market of superiority is!"
Robin grinned. "Well, I guess we've set our next destination, then! Once we get some yummy delights in our stomachs tomorrow, we're going to the supermarket!"
Kori cheered. "Glorious! Is perhaps this 'super the market' an establishment of cultural display of Earth?"
"You can say that. It's where all civilizations start: food! The eggs and ham you're eating are from the supermarket. So it's safe to say that it's definitely a place to see."
The two discoursed some more before Kori stifled another yawn. Her strength and stamina had not fully recovered since her arrival, and the night time didn't help either.
She hadn't expected it, but Robin distinctively remembered her speak of her need for solar power to replenish her strength.
Robin stood up, bringing the plates with him. "Go on and get some sleep, I'll just be cleaning up here."
Kori smiled and watched the young man leave into the kitchen, and stifled yet another yawn. Gathering her bearings, she went into the bedroom.
They had yet to purchase another bed, because they had spent most of the daytime talking, or more like Robin constantly showing and explaining. When they realized they have neglected to buy a bed, it was already past store hours.
She glanced around the room, eyes observing quietly.
The room was neat and organized, just like how Robin was. But somehow, Kori could feel that the feeling of the room didn't exactly reflect the boy's personality as emphatically as it should.
She glanced at the bed tiredly, but was reluctant to crawl in. As much as she wanted to rest, the bed was Robin's, and until they bought the other bed, she felt it inappropriate to just assume her rest there. The furniture known as the coach seemed acceptable. Besides, maybe they wouldn't need a bed if she could just rest there from now on. Robin had already did much for her, and for him to squander more currency on her behalf and needs was a bit-
"And we're going to bed."
Kori made a sound of surprise as her legs were swept up and she felt Robin's arms cradle her. Robin then swiftly carried her over to the bed and dropped her.
The entire movement from pickup to drop was so fast that she didn't have time to react. But besides being surprised from the action, she was also slightly bewildered as she didn't even hear his approach.
"Richard!" She cried as she sat on the bed, slightly indignant.
Robin chuckled. "Sorry, but you need to rest more than I do. So you're getting the bed."
He had actually been watching her indecisive circumspect in his bedroom. He knew if he coaxed her, she would probably be stubborn and insist that she could sleep somewhere else. So, he did the most pragmatic thing, while also getting few chuckles.
The Tamaranian girl stared at him, unsure whether to be upset or just grateful.
"But this is your bed."
"The couch is actually pretty comfy. I don't buy un-comfy stuff."
She kept her expression. "You are being too benevolent. It makes me feel guilty."
"Well, I guess that's an issue we're going to need time to work on, and goody, we have tons of that together!"
Kori could only smile.
"I'll be just outside. Holler if you need me." And he closed the door behind him.
Kori touched her arms, still smiling. Tonight, she wasn't going to be wary of the dark.
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Robin opened his eyes. Now perceiving the loud and obnoxious noises all around, he sneered.
"What the hell am I doing here?"
He moved into the darkness and disappeared.
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CLUNK! CLUNK! CLUNK! CLUNK! CLUNK!
Robin treaded soundlessly in the dark lair. Ears alert and senses acute. As was the nature of his relationship with his mentor, unprovoked and unannounced attacks were common.
Slade made it his business to train Robin to be paranoid, to be doubtful, to be suspicious, basically to be a fighting machine. Fortunately, Robin only became paranoid towards the masked psycho.
He eventually reached where he met Slade two days ago.
Has he not moved from that damn spot!?
Slade was seen working through the various components and gadgets, in probably that was the exact same place and the exact same position when Robin talked to him last.
"You are early, my apprentice."
Slade's voice carried the usual ominous, yet smooth, tone. The tone carried a tint of inquiry, a question for an explanation. It would probably unnerve any person who heard it, but Robin wasn't just any person, besides, he was used to it.
"I expected you to arrive at least another hour later. What? Were you in a hurry? There is no need to hurry."
Robin just scoffed. "You're reading into it too much. The guards just caught on a lot faster tonight, they are S.T.A.R. Labs after all, not too incompetent with their security."
His voice was even and calm, just like how he always addressed Slade. He knew Slade was slightly suspicious of his earliness, but he just wanted to get back to Ko- to his apartment. He hoped the trust that resided between them would show its worth.
".................so be it." Slade turned his head expectantly towards his young ward.
Robin dug into his suit and pulled out the UL4 disc, and tossed it to him wordlessly.
Slade snatched it in midair.
"Another mission well done, Robin. You may now do as you please. The night is yours."
Robin crossed his arms. "What? That's it? I'd expected more from a workaholic like you. I'm still bored."
Slade paused in his movements. "No, I have nothing for you. Though, I am pleased to see you in such high spirits. Your ineptitude for society always made you the perfect apprentice."
Robin groaned. "Save it, your way of compliments was always crappy."
"Whatever. Now leave, I shall call to you when you are needed."
Robin happily took the offer, though he still pretended to be uneager.
"Fine. See ya's later." He walked back into the shadows, and was out of the dark place swiftly.
Back in the lair, Slade tinkered with the radiant gem, examining it. He chuckled.
"Huhuhuhuhuhu....... Obsidians always do last longer."
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Robin perched on the rooftop of the local pizzeria, glancing at the moon. The encounter with Slade had rather went well, despite the slight suspicion in the man's voice.
He had to put up a front, a simulacrum, if he wanted to fool Slade. If he acted any differently from his usual attitude and banter with his mentor, the man would most likely suspect, and that'll be the time when trouble would arise.
Kori was a Tamaranian, an alien race that is so far beyond the knowledge of earthlings. And knowledge was something Slade was obsessed over, especially if Kori had special abilities. Robin could not and would not let Slade know about her. It was risky, and he didn't want to know what Slade would ask of him, or what he would do to Kori.
Robin praised himself when Slade seemed to be convinced. He knew the man would now be too engrossed in his work to care about petty problems regarding his ward.
He also praised himself for the copy of the UL4 disc he held in his hand. He wasn't going to be left in the dark until Slade decides to surprise him with a freaky invention, again.
Last time, Slade had produced a giant, metallic worm that could borrow underground and attack the foundations of buildings. It turned out that they really didn't have any true use for that thing, but Slade sent it out into the city anyways.
It was dispatched shortly by Speedy and an Atlantean who called himself Aqualad.
Robin just shook the memories out of his head, and began to start the trip back for his apartment.
During his travel through the city, he gazed at the full moon.
He chuckled. "Hey, it looks pretty tonight."
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Robin opened the front door slowly and quietly, since he didn't want to disturb Kori. He also couldn't enter his apartment through the balcony since it connected to the bedroom, and he didn't want Kori to coincidentally wake up and see Robin, the dark rogue.
He had left for his mission shortly after he was sure his roommate was asleep, and it has only been roughly three hours since then.
The teen treaded silently into the kitchen, getting himself some water to drink.
He was half way done with his cup when Kori's voice sounded from behind him.
"Hello, Richard."
"Pfffff!!! Huh? Hey, Kori! What are you doing up so late?"
"I was parched, and decided to retrieve some water, from the dispenser, of course."
Robin snickered, and moved so the girl could get a cup.
"Tell me, Richard, where have you gone?"
Robin found himself surprised again. It seemed to be a daily regularity with Kori.
"Ah? Where have I gone? You were.....um.....awake?"
She nodded her head slightly. "I have regained consciousness when you have presumably left the apartment. Please, I do not wish to pry, do not answer if you feel it to be invading."
Kori was respectful of the idea of secrecy or the idea of personal space of an individual. It was, after all, her reluctance to share her personal past and life, so Robin should have his space.
Robin, while not really expecting Kori to be awake, had placed the probability into his list of scenarios. He wasn't a master thief for nothing.
"Ah, it's no problem. I just ...ummm....went to get some fresh air. Nighttime is like....um......my favorite part of the day, it's when I feel, you know, alive."
Kori admitted to herself that the concept of nocturnal activity was odd. Why would someone wish to go into the world with the absence of light? The daytime was when people bustled in the world, no? But if absorbed sunlight for energy, then Robin can enjoy the darkness, she can accept that.
Robin, on the other hand, was frustrated. He had stumbled slightly during his cheap alibi for venturing out of the apartment, and he reprimanded himself.
He had felt.......guilty? The teen had found himself reluctant to 'lie' to the young Tamaranian. Conscience wasn't something he was particularly familiar with. He was a thief, and a very good one. The reason for such was because he didn't feel guilty. He never felt guilty for lying, stealing, or fighting. He didn't even have a second thought when he lied to his own mentor. He just did what he wanted to do. Robin never had conscience or repugnance involved.
And now........he felt guilty for lying to Kori? He was confident that he could conceal and hide his alter identity from the girl and still get along with her just fine. But what he didn't expect, was that he was unable to keep that identity from her without feeling the weight of guilt.
Man, what is wrong with me?
Robin relaxed when Kori seemed to accept the answer just fine. He also remembered something.
"Oh, I think I also left you a note on the table, just in case you did wake up to find me gone. Not much that did, though."
"Oh? A 'note'?" The girl walked over to the table curiously and picked up the yellow piece of paper. She glanced at it, and discovered something.
"Um, Richard?"
"What's the matter, Kori?"
The Tamaranian girl scratched her head, sheepishly. "I believe I do not recognize the written form of your language."
A pause.
"Gah? You mean....you can't read that? You're illiterate!?"
Kori just nodded her head slightly. "It would appear so. These scribbles that are supposedly words do not appear recognizable to me."
Robin walked over to her. "Man, I didn't think we'd get this kind of problem. Didn't you notice this when we were outside in the city?"
"I......believe I was too attentive of the amazing sights to notice. And I merely assumed they were only aesthetic designs on the vision of the tele." She explained, a little bashfully.
Oh, I wonder what Richard is thinking. I hope this does not become a huge issue.
Despite Kori's worries, Robin didn't seem to mind.
"Aw, c'mon!" He exclaimed jokingly. "Can't you just, maybe touch my fingers and absorb some ability to write or something?"
Kori giggled when the boy grabbed her hand and pressed their fingers together.
"R-Richard! Hehehehe."
Robin grinned. "Nope, guess we can't do it this way."
He kept their fingers pressed together for a few more moments, finding an odd warmth spread through him.
Kori also felt the same effects, and was slightly curious to this sensation.
She spoke after the boy pulled away.
"Well, perhaps you can teach me to become literate of your language?"
While Robin liked and enjoyed the idea of showing Kori Earth and all of its magnificent places, he sure as hell wasn't an English teacher.
"Sorry, Kori. Teaching people how to read and write is basically one of the few things I can't do."
"Oh." She muttered, disappointed.
Robin placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "Hey, it's not really a big deal. You want to learn that badly? I remember myself hating education."
"I......just wish I could lessen the burden on you. If I could increase my usefulness, then perhaps I could eventually aid you in the everyday tasks here."
Robin smiled. "You know you don't need to, right? I can pretty much take care of the both of us."
Kori smiled back. "I know of this, and that is why I wish to learn. I am most grateful for all of your assistances. But I cannot simply allow myself to sit idly and receive your help without somehow reciprocating some abetment. We are roommates, no?"
Robin gazed into those beautiful and determined eyes of the young Tamaranian female. They were dazzling and pure, but filled with some sort of fortitude that surely impressed him. It seemed hard to believe that she had just recently escaped from an imprisonment of some sort, but he knew it was her character, and he found himself liking her more.
"You're right. I'm not here to baby you. You have to become independent, someday. I'm just here to lend a helping hand."
Kori smiled more, gratefully. The boy had known what she was thinking.
"You are definitely doing more than 'lending a helping hand', Richard. I want to become more, because I wish to do the same."
Robin closed his eyes, with the grin still plastered on his face.
You already are 'lending a helping hand', Kori. You know that?
"All right then, let's go get some rest. And no, you're still taking the bed. If you want to fight over it, I'll just carry you back there again."
He chuckled when she looked slightly indignant, again.
"I'll think of someway to teaching you to how to read and write, don't worry about it now. I promise that it'll be fine, trust me."
She nodded. "I do."
"Then go to bed! Silly girl, I'll see after we're both coherent enough." He ushered her back into the bedroom. She obliged, though still a bit reluctant.
"Nor'glu she'aril. Richard." She made sure he heard her words before she cast him a glance and closed the door.
Robin figured it was a departing phrase in Tamaranian that meant 'good night' or something.
He walked to the computer, with the UL4 disc in hand. With Kori getting ready to go back to sleep, he should have some time to analyze the content of the disc. But when he reached the computer, he already felt the desire to tap into Robin's life fading. He felt like Richard Grayson again, the first in a long time.
".......I should just sleep it off." He placed the disc into a cabinet, where some other important items were stored.
He flopped on the couch, with both arms supporting his head from behind. He flicked nearby pencil that was on the ground to hit the switch to close the lights.
In the darkness, he slowly began to drift into sleep. His last thoughts were to remind himself that he and Kori are going to the supermarket tomorrow.
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Closing notes: I think this chapter shows much of what the conflict in later parts of the story is going to be, but that's fine. Although this entire is centered on the two, there are still a few surprises.
Thanks:
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Nightbolts101 – I also love the way you write. I went ahead and read your stories, and I'm impressed. I also want to thank you for reading my other stories, your reviews are always appreciated.
Star-Fire832 – Glad you like it. Hope you'll enjoy the later parts too.
owl13 – Hmmm. OOCness, eh? I always did try to depict and put the characters in ...ahem....character, so it didn't occur to me if they sounded odd. But hey, I must be doing well if you think it's great. Thanks, and I like your stories too.
sakura – Yep. Starfire has her powers just like in the shows. Story wouldn't be much if she didn't, at least in my opinion. Also, Robin was hanging upside down by just slipping his feet into a couple of really thin strings from his grappler hooks that are attached to the ceiling. I didn't exactly explain that part because Starfire isn't supposed to notice.
Jeanniestorm– Hmmmm.....well, what do you think Slade would want to do? Of course, that's also what Robin is concerned about. If Slade finds out, he might want to use her, but what if Robin gets distracted because of her? What will he do then? Am I making you anxious? Hehehehe.
InsaneLynx – Another Teen Titans fan! The club is strong!! Yah!!!
Geodesic – You bet they're going to show! Won't be much if I left them out. Besides, they have their purpose in the story.
Amy – Amy, I hope you're reading this, because this is a sincere apology. I read your proposal and so I tried to reply to you, but my e-mails wouldn't let me! It kept sending back my mails, telling me that it can't get through or something. I'm really sorry I couldn't help you with your story. I've also been a little busy, so I couldn't update quicker and tell you this. I'm really sorry. I hope I'll hear from you again.
Rlover – You bet I'll continue! The only way I'll stop is if someone runs me over with a Honda! I repeat! Must be a Honda!
aquatmarine– Yep, that is the intention. The sweetness that makes people sometimes feel the urge to cough. Hehehe.....anyways, thanks mucho!!
robstar4ever – Well, I can pretty much guess which couple you're rooting for. Hehehehehe. Thanks, I'll try to update faster.