Disclaimer: I am really sick of these, and I do have a life, so I don't have that much time on my hands. Maybe that's why my chappies might be a little short. Anyway, IDOTT. That is what I will use from now on. It means I don't own the Teen Titans.

Dedication: I am dedicating this to solodancer789, who as of now is my only reader :(. Or, at least, reviewer. If you are really nice, you might mention my story to some of your friends??? Thanks for the reviews!

Chapter Four: Connections

Titans Tower:

Robin frowned as he looked outside. They had been searching for a while now, and still nothing. He had sort of gone mental the day before (A/N: yes, SD, he had gone a little mental, and the mustard was because he was missing Star and her strange mustard-love), and was better now. But he was still depressed.

Once again, Beastboy was off with his new friend, Melanie. She seemed basically like his other crushes, only she seemed to be nice to him. Unfortunately Raven was unsure of this newfound friendship...

...But why do I distrust her so much? She thought strangely. I haven't even spoken to her, and she's been all but mean to Beastboy...

Yes, but you know why you don't trust her. Beastboy is funny, admit it. And cute, sweet, sensitive...

No! Go away! I can't be a proper Titan with these stupid thought pouring in my head! Melanie is FINE! Beastboy can be her friend if he wants to! See what I care!

But that's not true. Besides, you're jealous of what Robin and Starfire have. You want that. Robin's the Titans Leader, Raven. And he's in love. You certainly can be, too.

No, I can't. Robin's powers are different than mine. I don't-

I don't need excuses. Just tell me why you're feeling this way. If you don't like Beastboy, I mean.

It's because of Terra, I guess. He was just so sad... Melanie could be the same way.

Slade doesn't own some dumb seaside reastaurant owner, Raven. She doesn't even have any powers. How could she do anything to hurt him?

You know what I mean.

Then think over our little talk, yes? Seems like jealousy to me...

The Mansion:

Starfire had spent the last few days avoiding everyone, including the Titans and her communicator. She just wanted some alone time. She wasn't sure about her feelings for Philip. She felt sorry for him, and yet he seemed like a child whenever her thoughts turned to the godly Robin.

She couldn't let Robin go, but how would she ever be able to forget Philip? After all, she was Starfire. She naturally wanted to help people. And how could she forget this poor warrior who was stranded up with a madman who basically forced him to stay there?

She sighed as she walked back into the main room. As she figured, Philip was waiting for her in there. She tried to ignore him, but he pushed to talking.

"Starfire," he said warmly. "Please, have you spoken to your friends? I thought the Titans would be able to get you out of this by now."

"Your friend is a madman, Philip," she explained with a shake of her head. "Mad, but he is still very smart. He is, as Beastboy says, 'An Evil Genius.' How am I to know? Perhaps he has cast a spell on this mansion to make it invisible. Or perhaps it looks like a glorglog. Or perhaps a simple negathia." From there her words became more and more frantic, as well as more and more anxious. She seemed so mad she could be cursing.

"Maybe they aren't coming for you, Star," Philip suggested sadly. "How hard can a shadowy mansion be to find, after all?"

"My friends would not abandon me like that," she insisted. "They-"

"But they were at the Tower when you picked up, weren't they? Maybe they've been lounging around there the whole time. Look at the connections, Star. Not to disappoint you, but maybe you've got this one with just you and me."

Melanie's Star Shack:

"I'm so sorry, BB," Melanie said sympathetically. "I hope you find your friend."

"Yeah, he agreed. "But there's one other thing. I just... I think I'm in love with someone." He knew she wouldn't be offended, because he had seen her kissing her own boyfriend, Jake, plenty of times. They were just friends, and he came to her for advice. He just didn't want the Titans to think of it as more.

"Who?" she asked, instantly interested. Melanie was a total gossip.

"Raven," he replied grudgingly. "It's sort of dumb, but I just get that feeling when I see her, you know? Like I would kill for her to laugh at one of my jokes."

"I see," she said, nodding. "Well, don't do anything big for a few days. Just cut low on the jokes, and cool it on the tofu. See if she misses any of it. Then tell me how she acts to that."

"Right," he said. "So, can I give you any advice?"

"Well, there is one thing that's been haunting me for a while..." she paused, then continued. "It's my sister. She left the family to fight and live on her own, because our parents were sort of abusive. I left my powers alone, and started a normal life. But I hope she's safe, and wonder what happened to her."

"Well, what's her name?" Beastboy prompted. "We might be able to track her down."

"Sure, that'd be great," she said with a smile. "I really miss her. But I haven't seen her since we were kids. Her name's Terra."

Me:

Ooh, you hate me, don't you? Or at least the one reader of mine? LOL. Anyway, I present you with your first major cliffhanger. Will Starfire believe Philip, or will she continue in her love for the loyal Robin? And will BB lose another friendship, or is Terra's sweet sister different?

PS: This may sound dumb, but I really don't get how you put in a profile by your name and I really want to!! You know, you're free space and stuff? SD, could you tell me how in your review? Or any other R&Rer, if there is anyone else? Thanx, you're all so sweet! Luv ya!

PPS: The weekend is over, and I'm kinda busy during the week (I do dance, too!). So you might have to wait until next weekend for the next chappies...