(A/N sorry I didn't post this when I said I would. Please refrain from killing me. So, enough from me...here's the next chappie!

Chapter 12: Raven's History

FLASHBACK Finally after a few minutes her asked, "So, you had a brother and sister?"

Raven sighed a said, "I still have my brother and sister. They're just not...well, not really my siblings anymore. They're totally evil and I hate them. Let me tell you my story"
END FLASHBACK

Raven took a deep breath, and began telling Robin about her past.

"Trigon, the demon ruler of Azarath, my home planet, wanted an heir to his throne. He fell in love with a woman named Ellia. (A/N I made that up) The problem was, Ellia didn't love him back. For a good reason too; Trigon was totally evil. He destroyed things for fun. He murdered innocent people for the joy of listening to them scream in agony. She had every right to hate him. So Trigon raped her. She had me, a half-demon child, and my brother and sister. We were triplets. My brother and sister looked a lot like my father, but I looked more like my mother. My mother cared for us until we were three, because she loved us, even though we came from an unwanted, er...union. But at that age, Trigon decided we were old enough to live without a mother, so he killed her, right there in front of us."

Raven's eyes looked far into the distance, and her voice cracked as she said that last sentence.

Robin's eyes widened in shock. "Oh, Raven! I'm so sorry! I...wait, there's more, isn't there?" he asked, dismayed. "That's not the end of your troubles, is it?"

Raven shook her head. "There's so much more, Robin. He raised us himself, trying to make me evil like him, but my mother had taught me enough to have somewhat firm morals. My brother and sister weren't so lucky. They believed what he told them, and they brought destruction to our planet. My brother is named Vastus and my sister is named Odium. Their names are Latin for 'desolate' and 'hatred', respectively. When they turned on me because I wouldn't help them destroy things, I couldn't take it any more! I used my newfound powers to teleport away, to somewhere else...ANYWHERE else, anywhere away from HIM. So I ended up on earth at the age of four."

Raven paused, took another deep breath, and continued speaking.

"On earth, I was met with hardship and strife. An orphanage took me in, and I was even accepted by foster parents. But when my emotions got out of control, things started exploding. They were afraid of me. They kicked me out. The orphanage didn't want me back, so I was forced to roam the streets alone. I used my powers to get enough food to survive, though I really didn't have much will to live. I gradually rejected all of my emotions, and gained control over my powers. But I was pretty much incapable of expressing any emotions."

Raven smiled suddenly. "When I was 15, you found me! Remember that day in the warehouse? I lost control of my powers again, and you all thought I was a criminal." She giggled. "Then you accepted me, and I became the newest and last member of the Teen Titans. I finally felt accepted. These have been the happiest years of my life. I'm so glad you found me. I'd be lost without you."

Robin smiled kindly. "I'd be lost without you, too." Robin got a faraway look in his eyes.

Raven stared at him. 'When will he open up to me? He's taken off his mask for me, but I still don't know anything about his past. I just confessed to him. Will he ever tell me about his life?'

Robin snapped back to reality and looked Raven straight in the eyes. "You're probably wondering when I'm going to tell you about MY past, right?"

Raven felt a tiny bit of anger. "Damn straight I am."

Robin scolded her, "Watch your tongue. Do you want to wash your mouth out with soap? Ok, ok...sorry. But, I don't think I'm ready to tell you about my past. I don't like to think about it at all. I've put it behind me, and remembering it will be painful for me. Is that alright? I will tell you eventually, but I'm not ready yet."

Raven nodded. It had been extremely difficult and painful for her to remember her past, but it took an enormous load off of her shoulders. And she told Robin this.

Robin considered it briefly. "So you feel a little better now that you've told me?" Raven nodded. Robin looked thoughtful. "Maybe I'll tell you soon."

Raven smiled and said, "That's ok. Whenever you're ready is fine with me. I love you so much, Robin."

Robin grinned. "Thanks for understanding. I love you too, Raven."

He leaned closer to her and kissed her passionately. Raven brought her hands up behind his head and ran her fingers throught his spiked hair. Robin rubbed her back gently. Robin ran his tongue over her lower lip and she opened her mouth more. His tongue ran over her fangs. One of them cut his tongue slightly, and Raven could taste his blood in her mouth. She loved the taste, and wanted more, but it could be dangerous. (A/N you'll find out why it could be dangerous later...). They continued kissing until Raven pulled away.

"You know, we should get back to the tower. The others will be worried about us. We have to tell them that Kuro...that Kuro died." Raven said. She still felt a little sad about Kuro Arasi's death, even though he had been kind of heartless.

"Oh, yeah. You're right. Let's go." Robin agreed. So they set off at top vampire speed, back towards the T-tower.

(A/N) Thank you all so much for reviewing! I enjoy hearing from you.
I hope you like the story. If you have complaints, feel free to share. Flames are accepted, especially if they're constructive. I like criticism; it helps me make my writing better.

Raven and Robin forever!

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