Chapter 6: To See All That Was Raven

Beast Boy followed the quiet girl in silence. As the walked, Raven's mindscape changed from the alluring white of her center to a sinister swirl of blood red and ebony. Raven said nothing of the scenery change but Beast Boy was able to assume what he was seeing. Raven was truly a girl of pure heart, a crying soul shedding silver tears, but her father… he had inflicted upon her such pain that she had placed barriers all around herself. She had allowed Trigon to corrupt the part of her that wanted to run free and laugh because she was scared. Scared of pain. As apathetic as she appeared, she was quite the opposite. Raven was truly terrified of being betrayed of trust again… which was why she would never allow someone to love her.

Beast Boy found himself unusually sober at the reflections. How would he find a way into her heart? How would he win the trust of this black angel? He was readily surprised by the abrupt change of scenery as the red and black turned to a silvery blue sky and a large grassy field covered with soft lavender and pale yellow flowers. He opened his mouth to ask what such a beautiful place was doing in Raven's scarred mind when he saw three emotions in a rather awkward position.

YOU WILL NOT TELL HIM! Crowed a very fervent Passion. Raven looked over at Beast Boy and pulled down her hood.

"She's very heated about everything… hence her being my passion. This is very normal behavior for her… don't be worried about that thing either," Raven waved a disgusted hand over at the emotion currently being strangled by Passion. "It's Desire… in case you were wondering…" Raven stated dryly. She received a curious nod from BB.

Ok… cough… I won't… but I will say… he is FINE!

I don't care HOW fine he is! Just don't say ANYTHING! Passion spat back at a disgruntled Desire. A golden-clad, cloakless Raven with a pink heart shaped gem on her ashma chakra was looking very distressed.

Oh, please, Passion! I beg of you… do stop assaulting dear Desire. She will not tell… and nor will I! Love added hastily after receiving a glowering stare from Passion. Desire stood primly and dusted off her violet cloak. She looked over at Beast Boy and gave a cute wink. Beast Boy lifted a hand to say something but Passion stopped him by whacking Desire in the back of her head. Raven rolled her flashing eyes and levitated over to the three who quickly stood at attention. Raven's glare sent both Passion and Desire running, but not before Desire had sauntered over to BB and purred seductively in his ear. Beast Boy turned from his usual green to a very satisfying red. Raven hardly looked amused. "Beast Boy, I'd like to introduce you to… Love…" Raven muttered.

Beast Boy blinked. "Love?" Raven shot him a glare. He whimpered and took a tentative step towards a giggling Love. She smiled sweetly at him and Beast Boy found himself quite pleased. It was then that a grey cloaked Raven appeared. Raven looked about ready to explode, her eyes growing dark and angry.

"Pain… get OUT!" she yelled furiously. Red cloaked Rage appeared at Pain's side and laughed with hysterical maliciousness. Rage's claw-like hand snaked around Pain's arm and Pain cried out in agony as the two disappeared in one of Raven's black portal. Raven stood shaking for a moment before returning to an obliviously happy Love crooning and flitting about Beast Boy's shoulders. He was about as red as Starfire's hair. "Love," Raven said with an eerie quietness to her voice. Love turned to face Raven brightly. Yes, dear Raven, how may I assist you and our dear friend…BB? She giggled and grabbed Beast Boy's arm. Raven clenched her fists. "The name of the planet now, please," Raven said through gritted teeth. A black portal appeared and a teal cloaked Raven stepped forth. Beast Boy rubbed his head. How many emotions did Raven have in here?

Not so fast Ravie… Love needs to get something from this deal to, ya know. Manipulation looked critically at her nails before sending a sly glance in Beast Boy's direction. Raven closed her eyes and took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down.

"What do you want, Manipulation?" Raven managed to choke out, suddenly pondering if dying would have been so bad. A kiss. From Beast Boy to Raven. I'm sure Love would… love to see that. Manipulation laughed silkily. Raven's eyes grew wide briefly before narrowing into slits, silencing the overjoyed Love clapping happily beside her. Raven felt about ready to kill Manipulation. She slowly sat down and deliberately crossed her legs. She began to slowly chant er incantation under the eyes of Beast Boy and the two emotions. Reluctantly the two emotions seemed almost forced into lotus position by some unseen power and began to take up the summons as well. Beast Boy assumed this was going on with emotions all over Nevermore. He watched as a blinding light consumed them and suddenly they were back in Raven's center. Just him, Raven, and… Love.

Raven stood slowly and turned to face Beast Boy. She very deliberately pulled up her hood and took a deep breath.

"Would you mind… for the sake of my life and nothing more… kissing me?" Raven shuddered after her own words but had the startled changeling sent a glance at Love he would have realized she shivered for many other reasons than being disgusted… many, many other reasons.

Shadows of light,

They dance on my window,

Whispering secrets of untold.

The dark light sings,

Unfolding stars into the heart.

It spins inertly around,

Trying to reach itself.

Dying to tell of unseen flight.

Of hidden emotions they call,

Gathering together;

They put up a fight.

A desperate reach for what they are,

Of light.


Author's Note: I am SO sorry this took so long. Either way there is an extra treat, my FF profile is an actual fanfic... so if you want a little something fluffy to read... you know... have fun! I also wanted to say this in my Wish Upon a Star note but I forgot... sorry... but what I wanted to say was I needed some conflict which is why I HAD to put in Robin failing Star's trust... anyhow, now that that's off my chest, get a review off yours!

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