Samanthe2121: Thanks, I will.

April4rmH-Town: I know, I always get somewhat depressed when I end a story. But look on the bright side, another story opportunity can open up at any moment. I just have to be on the look out for that moment of inspiration. And I'm glad I was able to help with your story. I am curious as to which show you intend to cross it over with. Well I hope you've enjoyed the story and I can't wait to read what you have to say about the end. Laters!

Girl of Darkness: No no, you were actually very much correct. What Robin went through was a sort of near death experieance. Like for a moment he was on the threashold of life and death, and Starfire was metiphorically his guaridan angel. Or you can look at it literally, it all depends on your perepective. Hope you like the end.

Anwen: Ahh well your sister just doesn't get it. Its the little things in life you treausre. :)

Mr. Robbie Poo: Well I actually wouldn't worry about her too much anymore for this story. She's lost her fleet, her barganing chip (Robin), she's just lost everything. Good tiumphs over evil!

Cottoncandyclouds: Hey no one can be held accountable for having a good time or kicking back. Its just one of those things you don't get in trouble for. And I think I may have found a way to keep writing after I move. I may have to take a month or so from submitting anything, but I think it can be done. We'll just have to see.

Jadedea: Oh yeah, Blackfire's in mondo big trouble. I take it back, she's dead where she's stands. Yes! Now after fifteen chapters of pain and suffering they can finally get married. Yeah, its great.

LoVeAbLe AnGeL: I forget stuff all the time. Unfortunatley it always seems to happen when I need whatever it is I have forgotton. Hmm. now that is weird of me. Oh well, enjoy!

TTHPFan: Is it really the end, is it? Maybe maybe not. We'll just have to wait and see. I would never leave off right there, such a thing would be just outright sinful. Seeing how I had left off plenty of other times in places I shouldn't have, I really didn't have the heart to do it again. And that's so cool with The day after tomorrow, I thought it was an okay movie. I agree it would have been fun to watch uring hte storm. It would have added to the effectsa great deal. You know what I think I'll go out and get it, then save it for a rainy day or somthing. Now Jurrasic Park, there's a movie and a half right right there (sorry, that's just an expression me and my friends have). I watching that earlier today, and was like "I wonder if she's watching it too." Well you never know. And I would like to know somthing about the new HP book. My sister told me about somthing that happens with Dumbledore. I'm not gonna say incase you haven't read it yet. But if you have, I'd like to know if she was lying or if she speaks the truth. Sorry I couldn't be more spacific, I just didn't want to possibly spoil it for you. Well, I have to get to bed. I hope you like the ending. Laters!

Well, here it is. The last chapter. Its basically one big fluff chapter, so I hope yall enjoy it and I thankyou all very much in advance for any reviews you might dish out. ENJOY!

Chapter Seventeen

As you both shall live

Starfire watched her friends move away and when she turned back Robin was holding something in his hand. He opened it up and before her eyes was her engagement ring.

"Did you loose this?" Starfire picked it up but stopped short. Robin took it from her and gently slipped it onto her finger. "There, a perfect fit." Starfire smiled before collapsing onto his chest. "Starfire…"

"You are a terrible fiancée to have worried me so," she said through a stifled sob. She turned her head to look over at him. "Please Robin, do no such thing again." He smiled and nodded.

"Okay Star, but now you what this means." She picked herself up and looked as if she were going to faint from the joy she felt.

"Yes Robin, now we may be married. At last." He reached forward and patted her head.

"I know, and it's about time." Starfire then felt a hand on her shoulder and looked up to see one of Robin's appointed doctors. Reluctantly Starfire rose off of him and backed away from his side. Another physician joined the other and they began performing a series of checks and tests. Starfire smiled and waved before Robin's bed curtain was closed in order to conduct more personal examinations.

ELSEWHERE IN THE PALACE…………….

The king sat in his chair by the fire, his arm was placed in a small sling due to a slight war injury. He gazed steadily into the flames and rubbed his wounded forearm in an attempt to alleviate the pain. Rom time to time he would reach down and sip from a small steaming cup to his side. A small chirp from his door ringer signaled someone was there.

"Enter," he whispered. Starfire stepped on through and he looked up at her with a smile. "Koriand'r, please join me. I am enjoying a beverage provided by your pale friend; herbal tea I believe she called it. I find it's most soothing." Starfire seated herself beside her father.

"Yes, I would agree." Her voice seemed rather distant.

"Would you care for some?" She glanced at the simmering cup then shook her head.

"No thank you Father, I am content."

"Really? Because from my perspective you seem rather morose." She looked up at him. "From my part I am somewhat bewildered as to why. Your fiancée survived the gratuitous violence of the battle along with yourself, all of your good friends are still alive, and life on both our worlds continues; whatever is the matter?" Starfire sighed and returned her gaze to the fire.

"It is nothing father. You are right; I am merely focusing on the wrong things at hand."

"Now Koriand'r if you will not indulge your own father with your troubles then I am afraid that I will have to withdrawal my blessing and you shall not be wed." Starfire gazed up at him with a slightly fearful look.

"Father! You would not…You couldn't-" But he began slowing chuckling until Starfire realized his apparent jocularity.

"Do not be so credulous my dear daughter, but please tell me; what is troubling you." Starfire brought her knees up to her chest and hugged her legs.

"From the time that I am able to remember, I had always depicted my wedding with all whom were dear to me…I had always imagined the whole of my family to be present. Now because Blackfire has committed terrible atrocities against both Earth and Tamaran; there shall be only you and Galfore. Though she has done evil unto me…she is still my sister." Her father considered this carefully.

"I understand Koriand'r, I really do. We are all born with free will; it is up to us how we use that gift. Kormand'r, unfortunately, has made ill use of that gift. It is no fault of yours how Kormand'r has lived her life. All you can do at this point is hope that she sees the error of her ways and comes to have a change of heart." Starfire looked as though someone had just suggested Raven throw a tea party.

"Forgive me Father, but I do not believe such a thing will ever cross her mind. Her exposure to things of a dark nature has left her with a blackened soul. I am remorseful to say Blackfire may never change." He nodded his head.

"Perhaps, the magnificent thing about the future is that we never know what surprises it holds for us. Now speaking of futures, I believe a bright one is waiting for you to return with him and his friends to your adopted home." A large smile sprouted on Starfire's face and she threw her arms around her father's neck. "Now go, I will see you on Earth shortly." She nodded happily and full of elation she glided out of his room.

DOWN IN THE CELLS……….

Blackfire paced back and forth in her small ten by ten prison cell. Her room was solid rock with a tiny bed in the corner; there were also no windows for the outside light to penetrate. She ran her hands through her long hair and let out a stifled grouse.

"The nice thing about my old dungeon…" She whirled around to see Robin standing outside her cell's boundary. "…Is that I at least got to see the moonlight once in a while." Blackfire ran up to him but fell backwards after colliding with the force field that held her in. She hissed in pain and scowled at Robin's amusement.

"What do you want?" She snapped. Robin smirked. He squatted down next to her face.

"Don't you just looove irony? Oh man this is all bringing back so many awesome memories of when you made me a guest in your house. I'm serious I'm having a flash back like right now!" She looked up at him with a mix of fear and cantankerous rue. "I was lying just about where you are now, and you were where I'm standing. And what was it you'd always say to me whenever you came in to grace me with your presence?" Blackfire staggered to her feet and sent him a small amount of anxiety. "Oh yes! I remember; you'd always pop in with your bravado showing and you'd say... 'Well good evening dear, I'm looking forward to our together time." He deactivated the force field and stepped inside. He then flashed a small disk in the palm of his hand. "I'm sure you know what this is."

"Well-I uhh…" He slid it onto his hand it and a soft glow emitted from it. He flexed his grip and a small burst issued from his palm. Blackfire jumped up and backed away as far as she could. "You-You wouldn't! You're supposed to be the good guy!"

"Right, and I often wonder how Starfire could be related to someone like you. Starfire is kind, loving, and compassionate. You are anything but what Starfire is. You don't think this is me? Well you're in for a rude awakening, because anyone with the exception of Starfire has the potential to be inheritably evil."

"But Y-You can't risk using it," stuttered Blackfire. Her face now housed genuine fear. Robin waved his hand.

"Yeah I know I know, Starfire told all about this Psion piece of crap. That it eventually messes with your head. Well I already know all I need to know about it; that it hurts like a bitch!" Blackfire jumped somewhat. Robin stepped closer and extended his hand. Blackfire recoiled instantly. "And you know it don't you? Do you see me? This is me about to make you feel just what you did to Starfire…" He was inches from her forehead, her teeth already gritting from the agony about to sear through her. The power began extending from his palm when he stopped and felt a few tears escape him. "And this is Starfire, turning it off." He quickly drew his hand away, nearly ripped the device off his hand and threw it against the wall. Blackfire saw the broken piece of technology fall to the floor then gazed back up at Robin who just stepped back outside. "You don't deserve her compassion." He nodded definitively. He turned and walked out. He then stuck his head back in and threw a small envelope to the floor before reactivating her cell field.

"Star wanted you to have this, just in case." Robin then took his leave and Blackfire locked eyes with the thin piece of paper. Very hesitantly she reached for it and scanned the blank front and back. After staring at nothing for a good five to ten minuets she reached inside and pulled out its contents. It was a small card with a thin silver lining. She read the inside and threw it away upon finishing its communication.

Dear recipient,

You are cordially invited to the wedding of Robin and Princess Koriand'r of Tamaran. It is with great hope that you accept this invitation, as your attendance would ensure the ceremony's joy and brilliance. Once again we sincerely hope you will grace us with your presence.

Sincerely yours,

Starfire

THREE WEEKS LATER ON EARTH…………………..

"I'm not wearing that!" Protested Raven. A dress donning not too many bright colors yet still very festive lay sprawled out on her bed. Starfire emerged from inside Raven's closet and eyed the rejected garment with lamenting sigh.

"But friend Raven all of the bride's maids will be wearing such things; you are my maid of honor." Raven slanted an eyebrow at the dress. "It is only for a meager three hours."

"Oh is that all," jeered Raven. Starfire smiled and shook her head.

"It matters not to me Raven; you may don what ever attire you see fit. I only want this to be as momentous and joyful as possible," said the Tamaranian with her hands together.

"Okay Star I get it I get it," said Raven hurriedly. Starfire smiled passively and began going through many of her things that she had brought with her into Raven's room. "Couldn't you have done that in your own room?"

"I am quite certain; however I simply wish to do it in your company." Raven could hardly argue with logic like that and simply nodded her head.

"Sooo, where are you two going after the wedding?" Starfire looked at her with slight perplexity. "You know, your honeymoon…" Starfire thought for a moment then nodded quickly.

"Oh yes! Yes of course Raven pardon me, Robin has yet to reveal our after wedding getaway."

"Ohhh wants it to be a surprise huh," asked Raven with a sly look. Starfire smiled and cast a glance down at the floor with a hint of blush.

"That has been my general assessment, yes." There was a small chime at Raven's door and they both looked up at her entryway. Raven walked up to it and parted the door just enough for half her hood and a single eye to be shown.

"Hey Raven, is Star in there with you," asked Robin.

"Why," she asked plainly. Robin looked around a bit as though he had been asked too obvious a question.

"Because I want to talk to her, maybe." Raven's eye glanced back as though she were listening to someone. She disappeared and her door closed leaving Robin slightly bemused. After a few moments her door opened once more and Starfire was shoved out in into Robin's arms. He caught her and after exchanging surprised glances looked back inside Raven's door.

"Please do your talking outside of my room." Her door slid shut with a snap. The two teens looked from the door and back to each other, then let out small chuckles. They soon quieted down and they stood together in the hallway.

"Would you rather adjourn to your room Robin?" Robin shrugged his shoulders.

"Whatever you want is fine with me," he said holding out his arm. She took it gracefully and they walked to Robin's dwelling.

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Once inside Robin began going through closet looking for the pieces for his tux, while Starfire looked through the pages of whom she and Robin had wished to be invited. "So you got Raven to be your maid of honor?" Starfire read another line then nodded. "Well you couldn't have picked a better person for the job."

"I agree, Raven and I have been very good friends since my time here began. Also the time when we switched our corporeal forms also created a strong bond between us." Robin smirked and nodded. Starfire then set her list down. "Tell me Robin, whom have you chosen as 'the best man'?" Robin sighed.

"Well believe it or not that was a really tough decision. Both Cyborg and Beast Boy were really eager for it. And I can't really blame them, I mean they are two of my best friends and…I suppose I would feel the same way."

"Then who have you selected," asked Starfire.

"Cyborg is going to be my best man," said Robin with a note of finality in his voice.

"And Beast Boy is not angered or otherwise discouraged by this?" Robin smiled and shook his head.

"Not at all. See we actually came up with an idea; Cyborg is my best man, I'm Beast Boy's, and Beast Boy will be Cyborg's." Starfire gave this some thought then nodded her head in agreement.

"Wonderful! I am elated that all is still well within our home."

"You bet everything's all good. I mean we just got done saving two planets this time around, I think a little vacation is in order." Robin then went back to laying out his suit on his bed. Starfire sat down on his mattress as another thought crossed her mind.

"Robin?"

"Yeah Star?" She bit her lip.

"I have read about two people who are to be married, that one of them had the 'second thoughts', and did not go through with their vows after all." Robin looked over at her. "Please, you are not having 'the second thoughts', are you?" Robin lightly pitched his tie aside on his bed and walked up to her. He took her hands and beckoned her to stand up. She did and Robin brought out a bird-a-rang, it sprang to its ready position making Starfire jumped slightly.

"Starfire, if I ever have any seconds thoughts…please throw this at the back of my head." Starfire gazed up at him. "You know, maybe the hit will make me forget why I was being so freaking stupid." Starfire slowly took the weapon from him and threw it aside.

"Robin, how are you always able to make better my anxieties?" He shrugged.

"Just a little thing I do," whispered Robin. Silence then passed between them, not an awkward silence however. More of a silence of understanding, one so profound they could not help but steadily move closer to one another. They didn't get far however as this seemed to be the day for people knocking at door. At that moment their came a small rapping on Robin's door and they parted abruptly. Robin closed his eyes out of irritation. 'If we don't answer they'll just go away,' he thought. Starfire obviously had the same idea as she stared up at the ceiling hoping it would pass. However it continued and they both surrendered to the unceasing knocking.

"Come in," said Robin. His door opened and in walked Himora and Taka. "Himora, anything wrong?" The former warrior hobbled in balancing on a cane, Taka would have to lend her steady hand now and again.

"No, all is well. We simply came to offer our gratitude." Robin and Starfire glanced at each other.

"Gratitude for what," asked Starfire.

"There's no real poetic way to put this, so, just for showing us the way. Granted it came at different times for us, but we are still grateful." Taka nodded with an agreeing smile.

"So what are you going to do now," inquired Robin.

"We will return to Taka's home in Saipan, where she'll finish the rest of her schooling with her teachers and with me. Hopefully we'll be able to find a way to put her skills to use." Starfire strode forward and bestowed on both of them a friendly embrace.

"Oh it so joyous that you have both come through such times as you have."

"Yeah and what's this I hear about you having some crush on Beast Boy," Robin asked Taka. The young girl bowed her head and blushed slightly.

"Well, yes I did feel something for him. However I have grown to know that for some reason Raven will simply not stand for it. Therefore I believe it is best for both of us if I just let it go." Robin nodded.

"I suppose." Himora then drew from his robe and small box. "What's this?"

"A modest gift, for your wedding. I am sorry to say that we are on such a tight schedule that it will be impossible for us to stay for long after the ceremony. So I just wanted to give it to you now while there was still time." Robin glanced at him then down at the small parcel. Starfire watched over his shoulder while Robin unwrapped it. He opened it the box to reveal what looked like an ornately decorated coin. However when Robin took it out they discovered that is was actually a type of locket. He handed it to Starfire who examined it with a parted mouth.

"Himora, it is beautiful." After fiddling with it she let out a small 'eep!' when it came apart into two identical pieces.

"A picture of your spouse fits inside each piece; they fit together as one, as perfect soul mates. Few were ever made and are rare in this world." Robin also eyed them with awe.

"But, how did you come across it?" Himora sighed and sent a downcast look.

"I had a wife once, Mitsuko Oyu…Taka's aunt." Their eyes went wide. "Unfortunately she developed a malignant tumor at the base of her skull, and eventually died of cancer." Both Robin and Starfire were completely at a loss for words.

"Oh Himora…we cannot accept this."

"Yeah this was yours," stuttered Robin. "Who are we to just take it…?" He began to hand it back but Himora intercepted him and pushed it back.

"You are good friends; I can finally let them go." He limped up to Robin. "Life is but a breath in eternity. Cherish her Robin, wake up every morning and thank God you are with her." Robin closed his hand tightly over the gift.

"I already do." Feeling weak at the knees Starfire leant up against Robin and used his arm and shoulder for support. Himora smiled and nodded.

"Then good luck, I hope we see other again in the future." He extended his open hand. Robin put an arm around Starfire and shook Himora's hand.

"Likewise."

THE NEXT DAY……………

That afternoon the Teen Titans, the Titans East, Galfore, and a hundred other friends had gathered on the grassy lawn outside Titans Tower. Robin's mentor, Bruce, had even managed to make an appearance. A large arrangement of chairs and table settings had been placed about creating the perfect atmosphere for the occasion. Robin stood at the end of the isle with Cyborg, and the priest. He bobbed up and down on his toes slightly and kept adjusting his black tie. Cyborg leaned in a little and whispered.

"Anything wrong man?"

"Of course not," said Robin though easily more nervous now then at any other time in his life. Cyborg took his shoulder and gave him a brotherly shake.

"Breathe my brother, just breathe. You can do this." Robin nodded and took in a couple of deep breaths. As everyone seemed to be finally settling in and taking their seats Robin turned to face Cyborg.

"Cyborg, I really appreciate what you've done for us, what you all have done."

"Hey man, it's what we're here for. Alright show time." And on Cyborg's cue everyone turned in their seats as the music slowly rose to a magnificent chorus and someone began to approach the alter. Robin nearly lost all conscious thought at the sight before him. Starfire was clothed in a pure white gown with lace sash across her waste. She had also donned the traditional Tamaranian marital crown. She held her father's arm and he lead her toward the man who would be with her for the rest of their lives. Raven followed closely and to everyone's surprise (including Starfire's) she had let go of her personal preferences for just a moment and dressed in festive gown proposed to her earlier. Guided by her father Starfire slowly made her way down the isle carrying a small bouquet in her hands. She finally reached her love and her father moved behind Cyborg. The half human teen leant back a bit.

"She looks nice." Her father nodded and with a smile replied;

"Yes, if he breaks her heart I will snap his neck." Cyborg sweat dropped but thought no more of it. Hell could freeze over and such a thing still wouldn't happen. The priest then began his sermon.

"Dearly beloved, we are gathered her today in the sight of God to witness the union of these two Titans in holy matrimony." Robin and Starfire simply gazed at each other. "Any person or party, who has reason to show why these two should not be wed, let him speak now or forever hold his peace." Galfore glanced back around at everyone behind him, challenging anyone to utter so much as a peep. The priest then continued on with the bulk of the ritualistic union. Then came the part Robin had been most nervous about. "Would the groom and the bride now give their vows to one another." Robin gulped but took her hands in his and smiled warmly.

"I have very unpleasant memories in my past…some which I have worked very hard to forget. And yet it seems that whenever I slept they would return to haunt me. And then Starfire, you came." She smiled at her mention. "We barely knew each other but from the moment I first saw you I was able to put all those memories out of my mind. Starfire you bring peace to me you make me whole. I love you; more than life itself. And I always will." He then slipped her wedding ring next to her engagement ring. Bumble Bee dabbed her eye with a tissue and sniffled. Starfire glanced downward then back up at Robin.

"Here I stand, a stranger to your home world. Who quite literally washed up on your doorstep. You were never charged with taking in the strange alien from another planet; giving her a home and accepting her as one of your own." She paused and glanced around at each of her friends. "There was never a moment Robin when you were too consumed with your duties to help me. You are always there for me, and I promise to always be there for you as well. There are no words in existence to describe my love for you. Simply know that no matter the state of affairs, it shall never diminish." Starfire then bestowed on Robin his wedding band. A small and light gust of wind passed over them. The priest paused for a moment to make sure they were done.

"Robin; do you take Koriand'r as your wedded wife?" Robin nodded.

"I do." He then turned to Starfire.

"And do you Koriand'r take Robin as your wedded husband?" Starfire's eyes went all misty.

"I do."

"Then by the power invested in me, in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride." Starfire stared up at Robin with her adorable wide eyes and even more adorable smile and Robin did as he was told. He cupped her face in his hands and promptly brought her lips to his. The whole of the audience erupted in cheers and applause. Their whole world faded away once they met each other's awaiting touch. Starfire's arm found its way around his neck and deepened it for one more blissful second. They parted and Starfire looked rather fluttery eyed. They then finally became aware of the mass cheering around them and, laughing happily, Starfire threw her flowers high into the air. Raven shifted in her chair and was about to get up when she heard Beast Boy shout…

"RAVEN LOOK OUT!" She looked up just in time to see the bouquet descend upon her. She caught them and almost fell back in her chair. She never made it to the ground however as Beast Boy managed to stop her fall at the last second.

"Hee hee, good thing you were there to break the flower's fall eh Raven?" She looked down at the arrangement and nodded with a small smile.

"Yeah, I guess so." She then joined everyone in their congratulatory shouts and cheers. It was after all their wedding day. As the crowd began to quiet down just a little Cyborg tapped Robin on the shoulder.

"Yo man, its ready for ya." Robin nodded with a smile.

"Thanks Cyborg, we'll be there in a minuet." Robin turned back to see Starfire engaging her father in a strong embrace.

"I thank you Father! This occasion would never have been complete had you been absent." He smiled.

"I am just glad that you are happy. Now unless I'm mistaken; there's someone waiting for you." Starfire glanced over at Robin. He was standing by the T-Car and holding the door open. Without a second thought she hovered a few feet off the ground and glided over to her husband. He took her hand and guided her inside the vehicle. He then turned back around and waved at all who had come. Raven, Beast Boy, and the Titans East couldn't have been happier for their friends and colleagues. The boy wonder spotted Bruce and Alfred, the two looking most proud of him. With one last wave goodbye Robin climbed in and Cyborg carried them away.

"So! Where to," he asked the young couple. Starfire giggled joyfully as she and Robin cuddled in the back seat.

"The airport James," stated Robin through his own elated laughter. Starfire then gasped lightly.

"Robin, you still have yet to tell me where we shall be spending our honey of moon." Robin snapped his fingers.

"You're absolutely right Star. And for that I apologize." He then whipped out two plane tickets with a picture of an island resort decorating their envelope. "Have I ever told you about a place called 'the Caribbean'?"

THE END

And there you have it! I guess it turned out alright. I thank you very much for reading my story. And who is to know, perhaps this tale isn't quite finished yet. I hope you all enjoyed it. Laters!