Starfire opened her eyes groggily. When she finally registered that everything around her was pitch black, she didn't panic, like most people would. No, only one thought went through her mind at that moment.

Oh no, not again….

Fortunately, the theory that she had gone blind was quickly dispelled by the fact that abruptly some lights came on, nearly blinding Star.

"Well, well. How is my little guest enjoying her stay?"

Turning her head, Starfire spotted ShadowMan watching her. "ShadowMan, what do you want with me?"

Chuckling evilly, ShadowMan stepped over to his prisoner and took her chin in his hand, forcing her to look at him. "I want what only you have. What only you possess." Narrowing his eyes, a sneer crept onto ShadowMan's face. "I want your Ultimate Program."

If Star hadn't been scared before, she was now. In terror, she broke out of his grip and scampered away from him, her boots hardly making noise on the floor. Clasping a hand to the center of her collarbone, Starfire stared with wide eyes. She didn't know where in her body an Ultimate Program would be stored, but by the collarbone was a good guess. "But…"

"My dear…" ShadowMan walked towards his captive, "Don't you know? Bass is what he is because of that program. Imagine my surprise when I learn there is a second Navi with that same program! In order for me to be on Bass' level, I need that program." Casually, ShadowMan waved his hand. "I knew I had no chance of capturing Bass, not after you three escaped my elaborate trap."

Star couldn't help it; it was in her nature to make a smart comment. "Elaborate? Dude, you trapped us in a cave. A mettaur could've thought that plan up."

Although Star was sure ShadowMan had heard her, he continued. "So I decided to go for one who didn't have the same control over that power." He leaned close to the orange Navi. "You."

Taking a step back, Starfire's azure eyes shone dangerously, like Bass' eyes when he was angry. "Never. I'll never tell you what you want! Not if you were my only hope of survival!"

Smirking, ShadowMan made for the exit. "All right, but I do have my ways of making you talk."

When the door slammed shut, Starfire sank to the floor, utterly terrified.

'Keep it together Star,' She coached herself mentally, 'He's just trying to psyche you out.' Swallowing, Starfire rubbed at her eyes and choked back a sob. 'Don't you dare start crying now girl!' Lifting her head, Starfire was suddenly aware of a dripping noise. Glancing around, she spotted in the corner a small puddle.

With a groan, Star recognized this torture. Chinese water torture. The dripping would drive the person to insanity or give up the information.

Bowing her head with a sigh, Star shook her head gently. It was going to be a long stay here.