Anwen: I know it was evil and I'm sorry, hope you like this one.
CrystalRose727: YUP! Raven v/s Terra ding ding!
Jeaniestorm: Thank you, I take pride in my occasional evilness.
Invader Crystal: Ah! What would monkeys be without nachos, as long as they're home made nachos. I'm really not sure about those concession stand nachos. I think they're cheese is made out of plastic or something.
Princess of Stars: Yes, I plan all of my stories well in advance. It makes it easier to write, and it goes a lot faster too.
Starfire-is-not-a-wimp: Stranded defiantly made my favorites list. No I didn't notice that part were Robin pulled her closer, I'm gonna look for that next time I see the episode. He did the same thing when the canyon was collapsing and he caught her cause she couldn't use her powers. Or I guess you could say they both did it, but it's the same thing. No kidding, you went and used that Sha-la! thing at school? That must've been the funniest thing ever! I know, I kept doing it around my sister. Oh mannnn did it piss her off, but on the flip side I got about thirty minuets of pure laughter out of it. Yeah, about Bruce, he's not too happy. We'll see later in the story.
Lilia Lavender: So you have evil cliffies too? Good, I was afraid I was the only one tormenting people. If so I guess I would've stopped.
Little Red Ravenhood: Glad you like it.
Kazzy 103: Yes Robin's in a pretty pickle. SO! Who do you think put that stuff in Starfire's bag? Stranded is by far one of my favorites, its up there with DWD as far as funnyness and fluffiness. Though there was a lot more fluff in this episode.
A Fan of Romance: Thanks, I'm so glad you like it. Here it is.
Certified Teen Titan: Really? What kind of questions do you have. Anything to clear up something confusing.
Lavender Gaia: I've never read the comic book Terra, maybe I should check it out sometime. Glad you like so far.
GreenDayRox1999: Oh yeah, things could get messy. Hell ya Green Day rocks!
Goldens Sun Forever: Thanks, I hope you like this next part.
Shemka oka: Well you may find out and you may not, you'll just have to read.
TTHPFan: Whoa, I wouldn't want to be you enemy. LOL. No no no, your friends aren't gonna leave you. Tell them to keep in touch, or else. In the next month I'm moving out of state for college and I'm leaving my five best friends behind. But I'm still gonna call, write, e-mail, and visit sometimes. I wouldn't worry about it, cause I'm not. SO! What has Raven found out? Will we find out, or not? We'll just have to read and find out. I know I really can't wait for HP six either. When I fist saw the first book I didn't think I would like it all that much, but after reading all five of them (twice) I think I actually like them (a lot), but that's probably just me. Have you seen the trailer for the fourth HP movie. Its just a short teaser but is still really cool, I can't wait till it comes out. Later!
Liknn: I know I hate cliffies too, expect when I'm writing them! MUA HA HA HA! Sorry, lost it there for a second.
Thanks so much for reviewing for last chapter, now without further interruptions (I hate interruptions) I give you the next chapter!
Chapter Five
A Turn for the Worst
Terra inched a little closer to him. "Well, is there a reason why you've barged into my room," asked Robin impatiently.
"I'm here to pick up what you snatched from your first stop." She held out her hand and waited. Robin hesitated somewhat.
"Before I give it to, tell me what you're going to use it for."
"That's not your concern"-
"Wrong! Dead Wrong, anything and everything right now has to do with Starfire and Beast Boy getting better so yes, it does concern me."
"Do you want us to give you the freaking cure or not!" Terra's nostrils were flaring. Robin had to admit he didn't have much of a bargaining chip. All he had was the ability to deny her whatever it was he was made to steal, and that would only put a damper on things. He sighed and handed her the small vile. She snatched it out of his hands and replaced it with a letter envelope. "You'll find the first ingredient and where to find it inside."
"I thought I was going to get your entire half," said Robin getting more and more frustrated by the second.
"Well you thought wrong, its this or nothing. Take your pick." Robin pocketed the small envelope.
"You and Slade walk a fine line."
"We aim to please," said Terra with a smirk. Just then Raven burst on through Robin's door.
"Robin! Thought you should know, I found somthin"- She stopped dead in her speech at the sight of who was standing next to him. Her mouth hung open slightly from utter shock. Robin could tell this was not going to be pretty, as both Raven and Terra locked glaring stares with one another. Raven took a staggering step toward the former Titan. "Robin-what-is-she-doing-in-your-room?" Raven's teeth were so barred it was almost impossible for her to speak. Robin mouthed wordlessly for a moment.
"Raven I can explain, well, no I can't really, but there is a good reason for this." Terra moved more toward Robin's window.
"Don't Move!" Raven shot at Terra while pointing at her. Terra froze and slowly put her hands up defensively. Raven's eyes glowed furiously. "Take one more step and you'll regret it," hissed the half demon. A small evil grin spread across Terra's face and she inched a little closer. Black energy formed at Raven's fists. "Stop! I'm warning you!" Terra let out a soft giggle and suddenly a solid pillar of earth shot up before Raven. Terra spun around and smashed the window to pieces. Raven melted down the earth pillar just in time to see Terra jump out the window and begin to fall back to ground. Forgetting that Robin was even there Raven ran forward and leapt out through the shattered window. As she too fell downward she saw Terra catch herself on a rock platform and fly toward the roof. Raven stopped herself in mid-fall and zoomed up to find Terra hovering slightly above the rooftop. Terra grinned once more.
"Raven, have I ever told you have a great complexion?" With a resounding battle cry Raven shot forward at her enemy like a bullet. Back in his room Robin looked up out of the window and after pulling himself back in ran hurriedly to roof. 'Holy Lord I hope they don't mutilate each other.'
Outside Raven and Terra did no less than wage war against each other to the death. Terra gathered a large boulder above her head and aimed to fly down on the dark haired Titan. As she flew down however two black streams of energy from Raven's hands caught her in midair and pulled down to the hard cement. Terra rose to a kneeling position and with a terrible growl sent a slew of rocky spikes at Raven. Raven formed a shield around herself and felt the tremendous missiles pound against her. After taking a terrific beating Raven's shield collapsed and she was wide open. Terra, showing no mercy, took advantage of this and knocked her hard in the stomach rock the size of a bowling ball. Terra walked up to her while Raven stood on all fours and clutching her stomach.
"I spent a long time as a tourist attraction," snarled Terra. She kicked Raven in the gut forcing her to fall over in pain. "It was the most frightening state you could ever imagine. I couldn't see, I couldn't hear, and I couldn't speak. But I could think. And all I could think about were the myriad of ways I was going to make every single one of you pay!"
"We-had nothing-to do-with that," breathed Raven. "You stayed behind on your free will, you decided you were going to sneer at our friendship and sell us out. It was entirely your fault." Terra clenched fists shook. "You had a choice Terra; everyone is in control of their own destiny." Raven shot a wall of energy directly at Terra. The blonde headed minion flew back twenty feet and leaned against an A/C unit for support.
"That may be, but I can think of one person who isn't." She sent Raven a mad smile and Raven shook her head.
"No, you wouldn't, you-you couldn't have," sputtered Raven. She thought back to everything that had happened all to what she had just discovered. "It was you and Slade wasn't it?" Terra tilted her head. "You poisoned Starfire." Terra nodded her head.
"Go on…"
"Then that means you planted the virus in Star's bag, but that couldn't have been you."
"Well obviously not," scoffed Terra. "That was simply the job of one of Slade's drones. Slade hired me to synthesize the bugs and then we hired Robin, he does our dirty work while I periodically give ol' Star a spasm or two." Raven couldn't believe what she was hearing.
"You are, a monster, do you have any idea what you're doing to her and Robin?"
"What kind of a question is that Raven? Of course I know what's happening to them, I'm counting on it."
"W-What?"
"The best way and time to break someone is when they're miserable and conflicted; very soon the Robin you knew will disappear forever and ever and ever."
"NO! I don't believe that!" Raven bellowed. Terra shrugged.
"You really don't believe me? Stick around, watch the news, watch him change." The door to the roof suddenly burst open and Robin charged on through. Both Raven and Terra snapped their heads in his direction.
"ROBIN! Terra and Slade are"- Terra launched a series of small rocks at Raven. She glided backwards in order to avoid the rocky shower. Raven's eyes darted between Robin and Terra; it was clear that she should tell Robin everything, but something kept her back. Her eyes locked onto Terra and she felt nothing short of pure hate. She pinched her eyes shut and upon reopening them found that they not only turned red but she also grew an additional set. A giant shadowy raven grew from behind her and charged forward at Terra. Terra's eyes bulged out as all she could do was raise her hands and release her own energy in a desperate defense. Raven levitated down to the roof top once more and pushed back with all her might. Robin took out a bird-a-rang but stopped not knowing at whom he should he throw it at. Terra and Raven pushed even harder against each other's powers producing a strong gust of wind throughout the area. Terra winced and noticed Robin in background.
"ROBIN! YOU HAVE THE POWER TO STOP HER! STOP HER BEFORE SHE DESTROYS ME!" Robin's hand began to shake. "WE HAVE THE MEANS TO SAVE HER!" Robin shook his head at what he was seeing.
"NOOO!" Shouted Raven. "SHE IS A TRAITOR! DON'T LISTEN TO HER!" Robin's mind was racing; he knew who he should stop. He glanced at Terra whose face now became distorted from the pain of holding back Raven.
"You must choose," she muttered. Raven gave a strong quick shove and Terra was blown backwards until she slammed against the concrete wall. Raven ducked her head down until her glowing red eyes had faded away. Raven took in a few heaving breaths and slowly walked over to her fallen foe. She encased her body in layer of black energy and lifted her off the ground.
"I know just what to do with you," said Raven almost relishing the thought. While still holding Terra at bay she summoned a small device from Robin's belt and stuck it on her chest. Terra felt an electric surge go through her and her powers becoming useless. She stared down at the small device and back up at Raven in shock. Raven then removed a small tube of her special powder and formed a circle just big enough to fit around her.
"Azerath Metrion Zinthos, Necrenom En-pen-drulay Zinthos!" With her free hand she formed a portal in mid air and turned her gaze back to Terra. "Off you go now." She began to move the treacherous teen towards the portal.
"Wait!" Raven slowly moved her head in Robin's direction. "You can't do that Raven."
"Why not? She would do the same maybe even worse if she were in my position."
"That doesn't give you the right; we'll put her in the maximum security wing down at the prison."
"Prison's too easy for her, she'll bust out in record time."
"Thank you Raven," nodded Terra.
"Shut Up!" Raven's flashed madly at Terra.
"She was once one of us Raven," said Robin in an effort to calm her down. But by this time Raven was beyond reason, beyond any hope of quieting the anger and hate she had for Terra.
"No Robin! What she was, she was willing and eager sleeper cell inside the tower ready to give Slade everything and anything he needed. And since then it looks like nothing has changed," hissed Raven with narrowed eyes. Robin bit his lip.
"Raven please I'm asking you don't do this, please." Raven's left eye started twitching from hearing Robin plead with her in the background and concentrate on getting rid of Terra. Why was Robin so willing to give her the slightest amount of amnesty? Well she would show him how to deal with traitors. While still remaining firmly planted to the wall Terra gave Raven an evil smirk and a quick wink. That did it, that was the last straw for Raven. With that she moved Terra off the wall and with each passing second drew her closer and closer to the portal.
"Raven no," coughed up Robin. But Raven either simply tuned him out or just couldn't hear him. Before he could stop himself he took out a bird-a-rang and aimed it. "STOP I NEED HER!" Robin whipped the weapon at Raven's feet and a bright light knocked her off balance. Terra's black energy encasement vanished and she ripped away the small device on her chest. With an audible laugh she used the soil on the roof and pulled a series of electrical cables and wound them around Raven. Open mouthed at what he had just done Robin fell backwards and watched in horror as Raven shrieked and writhed and agony. Terra then tore a piece of rock from down below, brought it up and aimed it at the screaming Titan.
"Now, off you go!" She shot the boulder forward and just as Raven saw it coming she was knocked clear off her feet and into the still open portal.
"NOOO!" Robin jumped up and ran to catch her but it was far too late for that. The portal shrank to nothingness leaving only Robin and Terra on the roof. Robin put a hand to his forehead and looked around madly. "Oh God, what've I done? Raven, oh no."
"You made the right choice Robin," said Terra over his shoulder. Robin's clenched his fists and in the next second tackled Terra to the ground. He held her firmly in place.
"This is not what I wanted! She had something to tell me, it could've saved Starfire right on the spot! How dare you come here and screw it all up!"
"If it was sooo helpful then why didn't she just do it, why waste time coming to tell you about it." Robin shook his head.
"Give me the rest of your half right now." Terra stared up at him. "I SAID NOW!" He picked her up slightly and slammed back down to the roof.
"Or-what?"
"Or what?" He took out another bird-a-rang and put the razor sharp edge to her throat. "I'll kill you, that's what." Terra narrowed her eyes at him.
"Fine, what's stopping you? Slice my dainty little neck Robin and my half will just poof away forever." An uncharacteristic smile now spread across Robin's face.
"You think killing you is the worst I can do?" He then cut her just a little on her arm. "How many more of those can you take before you just give me what I want?" Terra now looked up at him with what could have been considered genuine fear. Very slowly she reached into her pocket and pulled out a few envelopes. Robin snatched them away and stood up off of her. "Don't move, I'll be back." He then ran through the door and sped off down stairs. Terra rubbed her arm and tapped a small device in her ear.
"He's on his way, and he's pissed."
"Fantastic," answered Slade. "He's turning much faster than I had hoped. But now the infected unit no longer has a purpose." Terra nodded.
"I know," she answered. She clicked a small device on her wrist and panel reading virus activity faded away.
"Now you know what must me done," said Slade. "Do what must be done," he whispered hypnotically. She slowly nodded and began walking inside.
"Yes…Starfire must be destroyed."
As Terra walked down the halls Cyborg rounded the corner and dropped a set of movies he had been carrying.
"YO! What are you doing her"- She threw the small chest device directly at his forehead and his blue aura faded to back and he fell over. Terra stepped inside Sickbay and walked up to Starfire's bed. She was sleeping soundly, completely oblivious to everything else around her.
"It's a shame really," said Terra. "If it were up to me I'd keep you alive for a bargaining chip." She shrugged her shoulders. "But, orders are orders." She reached up her billowy sleeve and pulled out a shiny dagger. She placed the blade just below her throat and heard a small groan. Startled somewhat Terra looked over and for the first time noticed Beast Boy in the bed next to Starfire. He rubbed his eyes, sat up and locked gazes with Terra. Terra's dagger hit the floor. Beast Boy simply stared open mouthed at what she was about to do.
"Terra?"
I would have gone on further but I have to go somewhere, honestly, no joke, I have to leave. And chances are I won't be able to update for several days. So sorry in advance for the wait. Hope you like it so far. Laters!