DISCLAIMER: I don't own the Teen Titans or Manhunt.

NOTES: Just to be clear, I do realize this story probably blows, but its something to do when I'm bored. I'm throwing around other ideas for my next fic which I'll proabably put up sometime next month. until then, try to enjoy this! lol!

Chapter 3

The Second Trial

The first thing Robin noticed as he walked through the gate was the sudden change of scenery. It had gone from a busted-up city street to an arboretum full of trees and wildlife. Robin could hear running water short distance away. He could also smell the coppery scent of blood. Robin took a look around and saw he had one path to take. It was like a park walkway, nothing but trees, bushes and plants surrounding the path. Robin shrugged and began to walk the path. The sound of running water got louder as he walked farther down the path, and soon he came to a break in the path that opened up into a large sit-down area in front of a waterfall which fell into a lake. Robin gazed at the beautiful scene. The waterfall was simply beautiful to look at, as the most luxurious flowers surrounded it on vines, giving it an enchanted forest look. Robin broke his gaze from the waterfall and looked down the path where he was to go next. The pathway broke off into a fork, one going left, the other right.

"Which path do I take?" Robin said to himself.

He could see the path to the right went across the lake and into a heavily tree-covered area. The path to the left simply led off into darkness, though he could see lights flickering farther down the way. Robin decided to go right over the lake. The path across the lake was about one hundred and fifty yards. Robin walked peacefully down the path, until he reached the middle. Robin stopped and looked back the way he came. Something wasn't right. He stared at the water, looking for any breaks or ripples. Seeing none, Robin shrugged and began to walk the path once again.

The giant Crocodile took him completely by surprise, as it jumped out of the water behind him, landing hard on the pathway, it's huge jaws snapping. Robin watched in horror, as the Croc slowly advanced on him. The Croc stopped a few yards away from him, its jaws still snapping. Robin stared back at the Croc. Why had it stopped? His silent question was answered suddenly as the familiar electronic crack echoed through the lake.

"Do you like my pet, Robin? I altered him myself. He is twenty-five feet long, weighs just a couple of pounds under two tons. His jaws are able to crush a car! Imagine what they'll do to you." The distorted voice taunted.

It was exactly what Robin needed to find his legs. He turned and ran. Fast. He heard the Croc take off after him, jaws snapping, as if it were doing it just to taunt him. Robin looked ahead and saw the end of the path leading into a tree covered walk way. Robin picked up the pace and ran a little faster. He could tell he was outrunning the giant Croc, and finally reached the end of the path. The second he reached the pathway, Robin heard something jump out of the trees behind him. Robin skidded to a halt and turned, ready to face his attacker. It was a man, about five-foot eight, wearing a bandana to cover his mouth. Robin noticed that he was also wearing all black, and had headphones on, blaring music. He didn't even notice the giant beast behind him.

"Ima kill ya, boy!" shouted the small man.

Before he could move, the Croc was upon him, it's jaws closing in around his body. Robin winced as he heard the bones in the man's body crunch. Robin spun around and ran.

Elsewhere

The Titans stared at Terra, who had grown since their last meeting. She was nearly six feet tall, and her hair was no longer long, but cut short, reaching just below her ears. It had been so long since the Titans had seen her, about four years. Terra was only fourteen then, now she was eighteen and her body had filled out quite nicely, Beastboy noticed immediately. He finally shook out of the shock of seeing his long lost friend.

"Terra! But, we thought you were-"

"A Statue? Please Beastboy. My powers are strong enough to get me out of something as simple as that." Terra said, cutting off Beastboy.

"But…but why? I thought we were-"

"Friends? Ha! As if. As if I could ever be friends with a green immature child, or a whiny Goth, stupid Alien, or a bucket of bolts." Terra replied, an evil sneer on her face.

The Titans gaped at Terra, not believing what she had just said.

"That was all just an act, you idiot! And you fell for it! You all fell for it, hook, line, and sinker!" Terra said, nearly shouting it out with delight at the look on the Titans' faces. "I suppose you should all know," Terra said, calming down, "Robin is nearly past the second trial. And if you want to know what is on the menu for the last trial, it's you three." Terra said, pointing at Beastboy, Cyborg and Raven.

"As for you, Starfire, you come with me." Terra said, as she walked out of the cell, slamming the door.

The Titans looked at each other with a puzzled expression on each of their faces.

"How am I supposed to go with Terra if she leaves me here?" Starfire said.

Before any of the others could answer, the air pressure suddenly began to increase. The pressure increased until each of the Titans had passed out. The door to the cell opened again and Terra walked in, backed by several large armed guards.

"Pick them up and drag them to their starting points. I'll take Starfire." Terra ordered the guards.

The guards grudgingly complied. The one closest to Raven copped a quick feel while picking her limp form up. The other guards had a little bit of trouble picking up Cyborg, and finally had to resort to dragging him by his feet. The last guard simply grabbed Beastboy by the hair and dragged him through the door. Terra watched as the guards walked out of sight and sound. She turned to Starfire, her expression softening a little bit.

"I'm sorry Star, I really am! But, they're making me do it! I swear!" Terra said, knowing full well that Starfire couldn't hear her. Terra walked over to her and picked her up, tears beginning to stream down her face.

Back to Robin

Robin was incredibly fatigued, but he pushed on. Behind him were several bodies of men, women and viscous little animals, including one rabid penguin. Robin was nearly completely covered in blood; his hair was now a dark shade of red. Staring ahead of him, Robin saw the exit gate. As he neared it, the electric crack he was so familiar with sounded.

"Good boy, Robin. I've been monitoring your vital signs and mental signs. You are beginning to enjoy killing, aren't you?"

Robin said nothing and began to walk towards the gate.

"No answer? My my, has the killer instinct gotten into you to the point where you've lost the ability to talk?"

"Shut it, Slade. I know it's you. And I'm coming for you, and when I find you, I will kill you." Robin replied, kicking the gate open and walking in.

Elsewhere

A pair of beady eyes watched the monitors, paying close attention to Robins every move. The eyes turned to another monitor which had the Titans on them.

"Everything is going according to plan…"