Title: In Your Dreams
Author: Blair Lebeau, SocialButterfli
Summary: The memory of her is still clear in his mind. He'll never forget how his heart stopped when she turned her back to him and flew away, never to return. But when they find each other again, will their destined love finally become reality? Or can they only be together in his dreams? RobStar
Disclaimer: I don't own Teen Titans, but if anyone wants to buy it for me, feel free!
Chapter 27
I love her. I love her! I LOVE HER!
"Ahem." My blissful heaven disintegrated abruptly and I came spiraling back down to earth and landed in reality with a jarring crash as I noticed the mass of people staring at me. The mass of people consisted of my friends/teammates and the citizens whose princess I was currently laying on top of.
They didn't look happy.
Shit. Shit! SHIT!
In my scramble to recover myself, I ended up flipping off the bed.
Ow.
Shit.
"Shit!"
Did that one come out?
"Infidel!" shouted an angry voice.
That didn't sound good.
"He was attacking the princess! Seize him!"
Definitely not good. Next thing I knew, two sets of well-built arms had hold of me and lifted me off the floor.
"Wait! No, I wasn't attacking . . ."
"Silence!"
"No! Release him!" Relief rippled through my body as Starfire sprang up and came to my rescue. Warily, I felt the iron grips relax just slightly, but I could still feel their foreboding presence. Just in case, I remained unmoving.
"Princess, this heathen was assaulting you! Why should we not arrest him?" I resisted the urge to glare up at the one who spoke. Instead, I looked to Starfire, who was blushing.
"He was not assaulting me, Halen," she said, quietly. "He would do nothing of the sort." I was cringing inwardly, not looking forward to her explanation of exactly what I was doing. Thankfully, she skipped that account.
However, what she said instead wasn't comforting to the Tamaraneans, either.
"I love him," she said, firmly. I didn't lift my head as an awkward silence followed. I didn't want to see the reactions of team and the Tamaraneans. I suddenly wished I had Raven's powers, because having the ability to sink into the floor and disappear was looking like a good idea.
"Sister," Ryand'r spoke in a firm, concerned, and most of all displeased voice. "You love him?"
"Impossible!" Halen interrupted. "He is not a Tamaranean! He is an infidel! This is an outrage!" I struggled to control my temper. I knew one of my trademark blowups was not going to make anything better here. My fists clenched.
"Halen," Ryand'r warned. "That is enough." He turned to Starfire. "Sister," he began, his voice calm, "You know I want only the best for you. However, what is best for you is also the best for Tamaran. And . . . I do not believe that this is best for Tamaran. As Empress of Tamaran . . ."
Wait. Empress? Starfire voiced my concern.
"Empress? Brother, I am not . . ." Ryand'r stopped her.
"Tamaran is currently without a ruler. You are next in line, and most fit for the role. Will you say no to your home planet?" Finally I lifted my head. Starfire's expression was exactly as I envisioned it would be: horrified. I felt a sudden rage towards Ryand'r. He was playing on his sister's weakness, and he knew it. Starfire couldn't say no. But that would mean that she wouldn't return to Earth . . .
No. After so long, I finally have her. I almost lost her once, and I wasn't going to lose her again. I couldn't.
"I . . . I . . ."
"Excellent," Ryand'r cut her off. I stood and faced him. We were about the same height, so I could easily glare into his eyes.
"Starfire is coming home, with us," I said, firmly. Ryand'r looked surprised.
"But she belongs here, on Tamaran, with her people," he insisted as if it were obvious. I was almost thrown off guard by the discovery that he wasn't playing on his sister's weakness. He wasn't some devious bad guy trying to get what he wanted. He was being sincere, and he just wanted what was best for Tamaran.
But no matter. Because Starfire didn't belong on Tamaran. She belonged with us.
"I think we should let Starfire decide, don't you?" Raven interrupted from the doorway. Both our gazes shot away from each other and towards her. My heart started beating frantically. What, was she crazy? Starfire was the sweetest soul in the world. She would never say no to her brother and her home country. Even if it did mean giving up me–I mean the team! The Titans. Right.
'Relax,' Raven's voice permeated the frenetic thoughts in my head. 'I talked to her. You know, mentally. She'll handle it. Give her more credit than you are. She's a strong person. She'll do what's right.'
But what if what's right is her being Empress of Tamaran?
'Is that what you think is right?'
No . . .
'Then don't worry.'
I still wasn't put at ease. I looked longingly at the beautiful girl I dared to call my own. I couldn't lose her, not now, not ever . . .
"Well? What do you want, sister dear?" Ryand'r said, looking at her mournfully. I considered throwing myself at her feet, begging her not to leave me. What would I do without her? I couldn't stay on Tamaran. Earth needed me, needed us. She had to come home.
Starfire looked troubled. I couldn't be sure, but it looked like she was trembling just slightly. Finally, after an excruciating silence, she spoke.
"I love Tamaran," she said, her voice shaky. I closed my eyes. I was crushed, and I was pretty sure my heart had stopped beating. I was losing her. After all this time, after waiting for so long, I had finally gotten her in my arms, only to have her slip through my fingers. I saw Ryand'r smile, and couldn't even muster enough feeling to hate him and the planet of Tamaran for taking her away from me.
Starfire, my beautiful, beautiful Starfire, don't leave me . . .
"But I cannot stay."
My eyes flew open. She can't? She won't? She what?
"Sister . . ." Ryand'r began, but she held up a hand to silence him.
"Please, Ryand'r, let me finish. I do love Tamaran, but I have a new home now. I belong elsewhere. If you want what's right for Tamaran, and you want what's right for me, then you will let me go. Because what is best for me is Earth, the Titans, and Robin." She smiled, and I knew that brilliant, heart-stopping smile was meant for me. "And what is best for Tamaran is not a ruler who wishes to be elsewhere. What is best for Tamaran, little brother, is you."
"Me?"
Him?
"Yes. Who better? Look at how you have taken control already. You belong here, and the throne belongs to you." The uncertainty on Ryand'r's face suddenly dissipated, replaced by a large smile. I almost laughed. It was obvious he liked the idea.
"Grand Ruler of Tamaran," he whispered. "Emperor Ryand'r."
"Is he not right for the throne?" Starfire asked, addressing the congregated Tamaraneans. There was no pause or uncertainty for them. They all raised their fists and chorused, "Emperor Ryand'r!" Starfire smiled, and so did I. It was the perfect solution.
'Told you,' Raven's taunting voice entered my head once more. I resisted the urge to run to her and hug her. Her brilliant idea had saved us all. Me, most of all.
"Let us go and retrieve your crown," Starfire suggested. The Tamaraneans agreed. As they filed out of Star's bedroom, I quickly snaked my arm around her waist.
"I almost lost you," I whispered in her ear. She turned to me and smiled.
"You'll never lose me, Robin," she replied, and we joined the rest of the team, waiting for us at the door.
Everything was perfect. It was like a happy ending straight from a story book.
Until I realized that the last time I had seen the crown, it was in the possession of Kendrick.
Did Starfire know what she had done?
I think that's the longest time I've gone without updating. I'm so sorry! Softball has been massively taking up all my free time, and I've been absolutely exhausted. It's no coincidence that when I got on the internet today I had 50 new emails. So I have to apologize to those of you who emailed me and haven't gotten replies, and to all of you who have been looking forward to an update and haven't gotten it until now. Sorry, sorry, sorry! I hope it was worth the wait.
I'm going to make this quick, since it's the first time in a while that I've had free time and I want to get some major writing done.
Dragonofraven–I'm so, so sorry that I didn't reply and that I haven't read your story yet! As I said above, this is the first time I've been on the internet in forever. But it's first on my list of things to read, so I'm going to try to get some in right now! I'm also going to reply to your emails. Sorry again!
Swisscheese–I'm glad you liked the way I did that, because that was my intention. Thanks for saying that my writing is perfect, because I definitely don't believe it but it's nice to hear that!
Dragonmaster-Sain–Don't worry, you don't look like a jackass, lol! I understand what you were trying to say, so no problem. Thanks!
Dolfingirl101–Trust me, I don't write as well as you say I do, and I'm sure your writing is amazing! Thanks so much!
Princess Starfire of Tamaran–Unfortunately, it seems like it is just a rumor. But we're all hoping! Thanks for your corrections, I did realize the whole empress thing too late and I fixed it here. However, once when I was searching for facts about the show, I read that Tamaranean was supposed to spelled that way. I personally don't like that spelling, but I just went by what the article said. However, if I'm wrong, I'll change it on my next fic. But I think I'll finish this one out with that spelling. Thank you!
S. Holmes–Haha I'm glad you enjoyed my review of your review. I know, I should update more often, shame on me! I'll try though, glad you like my story! And I'll definitely check out Seth Turtle's new fic, that author's on my faves list, so thanks!
Mr. Rogers–It's okay, we all get in pissed off moods sometimes. Just try not to take it out on me, 'kay? lol but I'm glad you like my story!
JulesFire–Yay my best friend! lol Your review made me happy, as always, you never fail to disappoint. You were right, Tamaranean crown princesses definitely AREN'T supposed to be making out with foreign guys, but of course that was another conflict that there was a brilliant solution to, thank God. And yes, I have seen the previews for the new Kim Possible movie. I can't wait! Yay!
Jadedea–I hope you got my email, sorry it took so long, and YES I CAN'T BELIEVE IT EITHER! I'm so pissed. What am I going to do without my weekly dose of new episodes? Grr especially because I'm so looking forward to this one...
TtitansFan–Thanks for the congrats! Tell me if your friend Jackie ever comes up with anything, because we all desperately want to know. And I'm glad you liked that chapter!
Babie A–BB is stupid, isn't he? But it's funny. And you are NOT stupid, so don't say that! You're brilliant. Wasn't Revolution amazing? I loved it. Yes, please do buy the series for me when you become prime minister, I'll love you forever!
Jeanniestorm–Good call, yes there are rules against it, but luckily that conflict was solved!
CidGregor–I haven't talked to you lately, I miss ya! Glad you liked the chapter!
The Last–It is a bad situation, isn't it? Luckily it was resolved...
Again, sorry it took so long! Review and hopefully it won't take so long next time! So if I were you I'd start pressing that little purple button down there! Love ya!
Blair
