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Chapter 6 - The Understanding
A month had passed since Starfire's birthday and everything seemed to slowly be returning to normal. Cyborg and Beastboy were still fighting at video games when they weren't spending time with their girlfriends. Bumblebee came over a lot more and brought Aqualad most of the time, much to the enjoyment of Blackfire who was spending all her free time away from Robin with him. Raven was meditating less and enjoying herself more by going shopping with Starfire. Robin and Starfire were not avoiding eachother, but still blushed whenever they made eye contact. They had decided that the kiss had been a mistake and seemed to go back to being best friends without any trouble. Everyone seemed at peace.
Starfire rolled over and eyed her clock. 9:03 a.m.'I suppose I should get up for the day.' She sighed and rolled out of bed, hitting the floor with a thud. Starfire walked into the bathroom and brushed her hair and teeth. She quickly got dressed and made her way to the kitchen.She noticed everyone was up and about except for Blackfire.
"Good Morning Friends!" Everyone turned to the sound of Starfire's cheerful voice.
"Hey star. Breakfast is on the table." Cyborg called from the stove.
Starfire grabbed a piece of toast and sat down next to Robin. He smiled warmly at her and then returned to eating his pancakes. Starfire looked across the table at Beastboy and Raven. Raven was drinking herbal tea and reading a novel while Beastboy, reading over her shoulder, gently played with her hair. Starfire smiled. She liked the thought of her friends being happy and having someone, even when she herself had no one. Starfire looked up as Blackfire quickly rushed in the room and grabbed Robin, her face was concerned..
"Babe, I'm trying to eat." He started as pancake fell out of his mouth.
"I need to talk to you." She said in a serious tone.
"Can't it wait?" He asked.
"NO!" She yelled and pulled him into the hallway.
Everyone shrugged and went back to eating. Ten minutes later the couple came back in the room. Starfire noticed that Blackfire looked extremely happy, but Robin's face had lost all color. He looked as if he was going to be sick.
"Titans," Blackfire said cheerily, "Pack your bags. We're going to Tamaran!"
Everyone looked at eachother and then back at the couple.
"May I ask why we are going?" Starfire asked.
"It's a surprise! Now hurry everyone go pack. We must be there by this afternoon. We'll have a big feast this evening! Cyborg call Bee and Aqualad, they must come too!" Blackfire cried excitedly and ran down to her room to pack. The other's soon followed suit and eventually they were on their way to Tamaran.
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5 hours later...
The Titans got out of the T-ship outside of a huge palace. The titans were in awe of the place. It was lined with marble floors and glass staircases, the walls were crystal and lined with gold. It was a beautiul and majestic place. They walked through two huge doors and noticed everyone bowed at Blackfire and Starfire as they passed.
"Well, I have some stuff to do. Starfire please show them all to their rooms." Blackfire called as she hurridly ran off.
Starfire took everyone on a grand tour and one by one dropped them off at their rooms. Bumblebee and Cyborg were staying in a lush suite covered in silks of black and blue. Raven and Beastboy had a luxious suite also, but their's was dark purple and green.. Aqualad had a beautiful room by the Tamaran Ocean, where he could converse with the many odd sea creatures of Tamaran. Now only Robin and Starfire were left walking through the massive palace halls.
"So, I don't get to stay with Blackfire?" Robin asked while staring at the beautiful statues adorning the walls.
"Oh no, friend Robin. Blackfire and I stay in the Princesses' Quarters. You get a room by yourself, but I can put you closer to her if you like." Starfire smiled at him.
"No, that's fine. Infact, I could use the little break." He returned her smile and, without realizing what he was doing, grabbed her hand.
Starfire blushed and entertwined her fingers with his. She came to a giant golden door and opened it.
"This is your room. I hope it is most enjoyable."
Robin stared in awe at the beautiful room. It had a thick black carpet with red silk covering the walls. A giant bed was in the center of the room, draped in black silk and covered with lots of pillows. The room had an enormous balcony with a clear view of the rest of Tamaran.
"It's.. a.. amazing." Robin stuttered at the sight.
"Well I shall see you at dinner. If you need anything, I am down the hall. My door is the saphire one." Starfire leaned up and kissed his cheek, then quickly exited the room. Robin held his hand to his cheek and closed his eyes. 'I have no idea how I am going to do this. I absolutely love her, but fucking shit. I'm an idiot.'
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A few hours later..
KNOCK. KNOCK.
"You may enter."
Robin opened her door and walked in. His jaw dropped at the sight before him. Starfire's bedroom was absolutely gigantic. It had thick white carpeting with lavender silk all over the walls. A giant crystal chandelier hung from the ceiling and the enormous closet was lined with mirrors. Atleast twenty vases of lavender roses were scattered about the room. In the corner was the biggest bed that Robin had ever laid eyes on. It was a canopy bed with white silk curtains parting it open. The comforter was a billowy pink satin and covered with hundreds of pillows. In the center of the bed was Starfire, she was smiling at him. He stared at her for a moment, he could not believe how innocent, yet seductive she looked surrounded by pillows. Her hair was wavy and curled at the tips with lots of flowers placed through out her hair. She wore a long white gown, almost like a toga that left her right shoulder bare. Starfire also had a small crystal choker around her neck. She looked like a Grecian Goddess. Robin was so caught up in looking at Starfire that he did not realize that she also was looking at him. Robin was wearing very long silky black pants with a golden belt. His chest was bare and revealed his very muscular body. His hair was still spiked and his mask stayed on.
"You look very nice in the dress of the Tamaranian male." Starefire finally snapped out of her trance.
"You look absolutely incredible." Robin replied and walked over to the bed. He quickly sat down and took her hand in his.
"We should attend to the feast." Starfire said starting to stand up. Robin quickly pulled her back down.
"The feast can wait. I need to talk to you." He said seriously.
Starfire noticed the change in his voice, "What is wrong, Robin?"
He stared at her for a moment, not sure what to say. 'Just say it you idiot. Say it now before it's too late.' He released the breath he hadn't realized he was holding.
"Star. You have always been there for me. Always been my strength and my weakness. I need you to know that you have always been the one. Always. No one has ever meant more to me than you. I love you so damn much it's crazy. I have never felt this way about any woman. I loved you before you left for Tamaran, I loved you every day you were gone. I love you even more so now. I would give anything to be with you... anything. I would steal the sun from the sky for you. I can't even describe how deep my love is. I am just so inlove with you."
Starfire stared intently into his mask, hoping she could see through to his eyes. She slowly leaned forward and kissed his lips softly. He instinctly kissed back and wrapped his arms around her, pulling her close. She ran her fingers through his ebony locks and deepened the kiss. Robin quickly pulled away and stared at her.
"Robin, what is wrong?" Her voice full of worry and concern.
"I need you to know.." Robin started, his voice shakey," You have to know that no matter what happens, I'll always love you. Always. No one else, just you."
"What do you mean? What will happen?" She asked grabbing his hand.
"Please Starfire. Just tell me you understand. You have to understand that if I could change things I would. I love you. I've always loved you. And I swear I will love you until my dying day." He cried desperately.
"I understand." She nodded.
He grabbed her and pulled her into him. He kissed her with all the passion he had. He ran his hands over her body, trying to touch every part of her in a few short moments. She kissed back and wrapped her arms around him, carressing his muscular back. He quickly pulled away and stood up. Starfire sat on the bed speechless. He made his way to the door, but gave her one last look before he left.
Starfire sat on the bed sad and confused. She had no idea why, but that kiss felt like it meant something other than love.. it meant goodbye.
She slowly stood up and made her way down to the celebration feast.
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Starfire slowly walked down the massive corridor to the dining hall. She felt awful after the conversation with Robin, but she tried to block it from her mind. She stared at the two massive doors in front of her, the entrance to the dining hall. 'Put on a happy face. You must smile.' She heard the horns from inside and the doors slowly began to open, she quickly forced a smile as Princess Starfire was announced. She looked around and took notice of all the smiling faces. Raven and Bee looked gorgeous wearing dresses much like Starfires. Raven's was a dark forest green and her hair was up in a bun, while Bee's dress was colored a golden yellow and her hair was long and flowing. The men were all dressed as Robin was, with their silk pants and belts, but instead of gold, their belts were platinum. Beastboy's pants were a forest green and Cyborg's were a golden yellow. Aqualad's pants were a soft white, just like Starfire's dress. Starfire turned her attention to the head of the table where Blackfire and Robin were. Blackfire's dress was a strapless, long flowling grown that pooled around her feet. It was a black silk that matched Robin's pants. Starfire's eyes grew wide as she realized that everyone was dressed to match as a couple.
"Star are you alright?" Beastboy asked, seeing her shock.
"I am fine. Thankyou for your concern." Starfire took her seat next to Aqualad. She looked around anxiously awaiting what was going to happen next. She glanced at Robin and noticed he was staring intently at her, his expression was that of longing. Robin's face instantly grew pale and Starfire could tell he was forcing a smile as Blackfire pulled him up to stand.
"Everyone.." Blackfire exclaimed cheerily, "Robin and I are to be wed!" Blackfire went into a long speech talking of change and peace. Starfire did not hear a word. The world seemed to fade and she was left alone with her thoughts. 'I cannot believe he is to marry her! How could he do this to me! He said he loved me. He said I was the one!' Starfire could feel herself grow angry. She was quickly snapped out of her thoughts as Blackfire ended her speech claiming Robin to rule by her side as Grand Ruler of Tamaran.
"The wedding will be one week from tonight!" The room broke out in cheers and applause. Starfire felt the anger dissappear, only to be replaced by sadness and fear. Everyone began conversing and eating, cheerful of the events to come. Even the other Titans didn't seem to be too bothered by it, yeah they hated Blackfire at first, but she really seemed to come around and turn into a friend. The only other one bothered by the news seemed to be Aqualad. Starfire sat in silence for the rest of the evening, barely taking her eyes off the wine glass in front of her. She could feel Robin's gaze on her almost the entire evening, but she could not bare to look at him.
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As the festivities of the evening lingered into the late night hours, Starfire quietly excused herself and made her way back to her room. She shut the door behind her and fell back against it, slowly sliding to the floor. 'I cannot believe this has happened. I cannot believe this.' She brought her hands up to her chest and helf them against her heart. 'My heart is breaking. Please..Please.. This is not happening. Please!' She quietly broke down into sobs.
A knock came at her door and she slowly back away from it. The door opened and Robin walked in, he looked at her on the floor, her cheeks streaked with tears. He bent down and grabbed her hands, she quickly pulled them away.
"You must leave." She said coldly, not looking at him.
"Star you said you'd understand. Please don't hate me."
She stared up at him, "Hate you? Hate you? Do you really believe that I hate you? I cannot bare to look at you because I love you so much. I am in pain. My heart has shattered into a million pieces. You confess your love for me and then you announce your engagement to my sister... I am defeated. She won again." Starfire got up and slowly made her way to the bed, sitting on the edge. Robin followed and sat next to her.
"Starfire. I love you. Please understand." Robin took her hands in his.
"What is there to understand?" She glared at him.
"Blackfire is pregnant!" Robin cried exhaustedly. Starfire gasped and backed away from him. 'This cannot be happening. He is having a child with her. I wanted to have his child. Oh my god.' She felt tears streaming down her cheeks and quickly tried to wipe them away.
"Congratulations." Starfire whispered, sorrow filling her voice.
Robin pulled her towards him and pressed his lips to her. She kissed back and slowly felt his tongue slide into her mouth. She was completely captivated by his kiss, and soon felt herself laying back on the bed with him on top of her. She wrapped her arms around his neck, and pulled him closer to her. He broke the kiss only for a moment and began kissing down her neck. Her eyes remained closed and she was remembering the conversation they had just had. As robin begin to lightly trace his tongue along her collarbone, Starfire shot up and pushed him off of her.
"No." She whispered, her eyes brimming with tears.
"Starfire. I love you. Please. I just want to hold you." Robin tried to grab her hand, but she pushed him away.
"You are marrying my sister. You will be Grand Ruler of Tamaran. She is carrying your child. We cannot do this. You must go now"
"But Starfire. I don't love her. I love you... I always have." He tried to reason with her.
"But what does that matter now?" She questioned, "You are not mine to have."
He leaned in and tried to kiss her again, but was abruptly stopped when she slapped his face.
"I love you more than anything else in this world, but I will not be your whore!" She cried and quickly left the room in tears.
Robin sat on her bed in shock. He could not believe how much he was hurting her, but he didn't know what to do. He couldn't fix this. He had to do the right thing and marry Blackfire, she was carrying his child. Atleast he would always be close to Starfire. 'Brother-in-law' That word made his stomach churn. He wanted to be her husband. 'Shit. If i'm not her husband that means... fuck. someone else. fuck.'
Robin hung his head in defeat and left her room, making his way to his quarters.
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A/N: Yeah. I know you all hate me for this chapter, but come on... the better the drama.. the better the romance and all that stuff. Oh and I know I haven't addressed this earlier, but yeah Raven and Blackfire are way out of their characters and all that. But hey, Raven's part isn't that big and Blackfire... it would make it harder for Robin to leave her if she wasn't such a bitch. Yeah.. Aqualad doesn't talk much, but hey he should be able to just stand there and look pretty. I am still debating on how to do the next chapter, but I will try and update as soon as possible. If there are spelling errors and such, I apologize but it is 2 a.m. and I wanted to get this done fast for you people. Once again, thanks for the reviews and thanks for reading.
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