-This is Chapter 15, and LAST chapter for Part 2.
-Now, from my thinking a year ago, I'm supposed to have finished this chapter (and in turn, this story) WAY before all the others (The first part started two years ago, and lasted about a month. This one? Over a year!). What happened? Well, a ton of other stories got ahead of it! I didn't exactly plan to write so many new stories (Evangelion stories for example, I only really planned to write one. Now I have three). That, and I've been pretty busy as of late (and school just started so that should suck even more time from me). Of course, the last chapter is the chapter that had the LEAST amount of reviews for this part, and probably also drained my desire to continue this fic, but that's okay! After thinking about it for a while, it just tells me that, even if it is smaller then before, there are still fans for this story! That or, everyone is so tired of Part 2 that everyone is waiting for Part 3. :-) So now, the conclusion before Part 3…
-Well, before that, I will say the pairing is STILL not known as of right now. I'm still leaning towards a certain someone (another hint, she's a main character of the show and NOT from another city). BUT, my mind can still change! Remember, all of this takes place in as yet written Part 3, so anything can happen!
Also, for those who prefer the comedy of this story rather then the serious parts, sorry. But given that Slade basically taken over the city, and well, hurt or captured nearly everyone, not a whole lot of comedic moments here. However, it should be back with force at the end here!
-Looking at the hits, Silent Titan is definitely my most read Teen Titan story (if you count Part 1 and Part 2 of this story as separate), and in turn, of all the Teen Titans stories it is the most popular. So, fans of that story, don't worry, update will be coming soon! Sort of (soon as in, well, something in next few months at least). Still, for the few remaining fans for this story, here you go before the next part!
Titan Tower
"Okay Titans! We're all set for the battle ahead?" Robin said in a determined voice that was meant to boost the moral of his teammates.
Cyborg, Raven, Starfire, and Batgirl all raised their fist up. "YES!"
The door suddenly opened, revealing a still groggy Beast Boy. "So, what's the plan?" Beast Boy yawned as he got into the main room.
"Uh…well…um…" Cyborg, Raven, Starfire, Batgirl, and Robin all looked around, avoiding eye contact with everyone at all cost.
Beast Boy sighed. "That's what I thought."
Cyborg rubbed his chin. "Well, obviously, we have to find Slade and take him down."
"But obviously not through the front door." Robin added. "Which means we have to take him by surprise somehow. But where?"
"The door in the rear?" Starfire suggested.
Raven, Batgirl, Cyborg, and Robin all looked at Starfire with a questioning look.
"Um, he wouldn't be surprised?" Starfire innocently replied.
Raven sighed at the airhead. "I'm pretty sure Slade has the place surrounded."
Beast Boy then snapped his fingers. "Underground!" He took out a piece of paper. "Terra drew a map! If we dig a tunnel under him, we could catch that masked freak off guard!"
Cyborg frowned. "Terra huh?"
Beast Boy glared at Cyborg. "Look! Deep down inside, she's still the Terra we all know and love!"
Raven frown. "And you trust that this map will lead us straight to Slade, and that it isn't a trap?"
"That's enough!" Robin yelled. "We've been through this before! At the moment, we don't have a lot of alternatives. Slade's robots and the Trident clones have already overrun most of the city on the surface. Our best alternative is going underground. Trusting this map, AND Terra is pretty much our only option now!"
Raven crossed her arm. "Very well. We'll follow this map. BUT, if it is a trap…"
"We'll deal with it when we get there." Robin added.
"And even when we get inside, then what?" Batgirl looked outside the window to see all the Trident clones walking down the streets in the distance. "Even if we take out Slade, what about them?" She said while pointing to a column of marching Trident clones.
Beast Boy rubbed his chin when a light bulb appeared over his head. "Those Trident clones all have one massive ego. They all think that they are perfect!"
"Well if that is the case, then why are they fighting in a unified army rather then as individuals given that they are all self-absorbed egomaniacs?" Cyborg commented when suddenly, the answer came to him in his head. "Slade! He must be controlling them somehow! Take away that control, chaos ensures!" He grabbed the paper Beast Boy held. "I can't believe I forgot! She had it right here…" He then frowned again. "Though this requires that we get into the control room."
"And that's a bad thing?" Beast Boy raised an eyebrow at Cyborg's last statement. To Beast Boy's mind, that sounded fine to him. Maybe it would be tough to do, but still fine to him.
"Not really." Cyborg admitted. "Just that, I wanted to see if I can shut them down on the outside! You know, cause chaos up here while you guys are down there fighting Slade."
Batgirl grinned. "Maybe you can still do that! I do remember a few of the Trident clones acting on their own before being zapped back into submission! If you can, at least block some sort of signal that Slade was using…"
"I get it now!" Cyborg interrupted. "Slade wasn't controlling them directly, but by persuasion! No disloyalty, no pain!" An evil grin appeared. "Stop Slade from doing that, then they will be on free to do whatever they want!"
Robin smiled. "Perfect! Once Slade loses control of the Trident clones, at least a part of them, dealing with Slade and retaking this city should be much easier!"
Cyborg smiled as well. "Sounds like a plan I can work with! And I have the perfect device for it as well. Though I made it in the hope to take out the control of the robots, I'm sure I can use them to take away the control of the Trident clones as well. I'll begin modifying it right away. All I need to do is find the frequency though…"
Batgirl crossed her arm. "Well, that settles it then! We strike at Slade from below, and Cyborg will cause chaos on the surface!" She then turned to Cyborg as she thought of something. "Say Cyborg, need any help on this endeavor?"
Cyborg thought about it before he shook his head. "No. You guys are going to need all the help you can get once you get inside. Who knows what Slade has in store for you there. Even if you catch him by surprise, I wouldn't doubt for a moment that he would be up to something. Over here, if I succeed, I probably wouldn't even have to break a sweat! I'll just let the Trident clones do all the work for me!"
"Very well." Robin smiled. "Then everyone head out!"
Beast Boy was about to follow Robin when Cyborg grabbed a hold of his shoulder. "Wait Beast Boy, I have something for ya!"
Beast Boy looked at Cyborg with curiosity. "What do you have for me Cy?"
Cyborg took out a device. "Here. This device should help sever the link between Slade and Terra. Just throw it at her. The device should automatically open up and activate."
Beast Boy's eyes lit up. He instantly took the device. "Thanks Cy!" He started to head back out when Cyborg again stopped him.
"BUT!" Cyborg's voice, though not necessarily loud, did seem to boom through Beast Boy's ear. "In the end, it is still up to Terra."
Beast Boy nodded. "I understand." He quickly headed out to catch up with the others.
Slade's Hideout"Most of the city is now in our grasp!" A Trident clone relayed through the communication device. "Very soon, we will begin preparations to invade the neighboring cities!"
"Excellent." Slade said in an approving tone. "Start with Gotham City."
"Very well." The Trident clone replied.
Slade was about to break communications with him when he thought of something. "Oh, and when you have Titan Tower under my control, prepare it for my, new headquarters."
"As you wish." The Trident clone said before his image disappeared from the screen.
Slade turned around to see his captives all lined up. "It looks like you have all lost!"
Aqualad looked up from his restrained position. "You still haven't won yet…you still…"
Slade eyed Aqualad, then Hot Spot, Wilderbeast, Speedy, and then back to Aqualad. "Doesn't look good from where I'm standing." He came in close to Aqualad. "Are you going to admit your defeat now?"
Aqualad grinned. "I can always hope for a miracle."
Slade looked at him in slight disbelief. Disbelief in that he believed in that silliness when it was quite obvious that the situation were stacked against them to the point that he was sure, not even God, if there was such a being, could reverse this. "If you like to delude yourself, go ahead. But you're setting yourself up for some major disappointment."
Aqualad continued to grin. "Let's just say that I'm a hopeful man."
Slade's Hideout – Terra's RoomTerra paced from one end of the room to the other. She was trying her hardest not to think about the Titans. With the neural connection, it was obvious that any thought that would hint of the Titans' non-demise, would jeopardize their life, as well as her own. Even if Terra decided to reverse course and turn against the Titans, the fact that she didn't defeat them, as Slade had wanted, if he found out, it won't be pretty for her.
"Come on! I must keep my mind busy!" Terra said out loud. "Waiting for…um…my next order can be…boring! Yeah!" While not very convincing, at least it wasn't about the Titans.
Suddenly, the thick metal door rushed open. "Something bothering you, Terra?" Slade's monotone voice pieced through Terra's bantering, instantly silencing her.
"Eep! Um…" Terra looked from side to side. "No…I mean, YES! You see, I'm a little bored just standing here waiting and…"
"Well you're in luck." Slade glared at Terra with slightly eager eyes. "It just so happens that I have a mission for you."
It was at that moment, the ground around them started to shake.
Streets of Jump CityA bunch of Slade robots and Trident clones were standing around one of the buildings. The building was apparently a defacto rallying point for Slade's army.
In an alleyway, aluminum can clank on the ground.
Two Trident clones that were standing in front of the alleyway turned back to see where the sound came from. Unsure of who or what could possibly be back there, they all entered the alleyway.
POW! BAM!
Cyborg, who was sitting behind a garbage container, dragged the two now unconscious Trident clones with him. He was borrowing them to see how to disable whatever device was keeping them inline. "Hmm…let's see…" He checked the bodies from head to tow. He then noticed a small implant on each of the Trident clones' heads. "Perfect! Now to find the frequency for them…"
Slade's Hideout – Back EntranceA few Trident clones were standing guard at the back entrance to Slade's hideout. Both of them felt a rumble. They both turned to each other when the ground under them began to feel unstable. They both looked down when suddenly a huge hole appeared. They were able to widened their eyes to the point of nearly bulging out, when they crashed into the depths below. After a few bashing sounds, there was a short moment of silence.
The group of Trident clone guards and robot sentinels all turned to the hole.
And then, Starfire flew up into the hideout and launched a ton of starbolts at the guards! Next came Robin who jumped up and landed in a crouched position. He threw exploding disc at the guards, sending many that wasn't hit by Starfire's bolts, flying. Batgirl also jumped up and threw her batorang, slicing many of the rushing robot sentinels. Beast Boy also few up in a hawk form, and then changed instantly into a ram. He crashed to the ground and charged the guards who were still taken by complete surprise. Raven flew up from the hole. She was surrounded by her black telekentic powers. She brought her arms forward.
"Azarath, Metrion, Zinthos!"
Her powers grabbed a row of guards, and began to sweep from side to side, destroying robots and knocking Trident clones out.
A few of the remaining Trident clones staggered around when a massive foot came rushing towards their head. POW! Batgirl sent the remaining Trident clones into dreamland.
Robin stood up as the Titans and Batgirl formed behind him. "It's time to end this!"
Slade's Hideout – Terra's Room"Ah, so the Titans have finally arrived." Slade said as he hears the battle going on nearby. "I've been expecting them."
"You have?" Terra said half surprised. Half surprised since, she can guess why he would be expecting them. "Um, I mean, yeah! I guess…"
"Now Terra…" Slade glared at her. "Don't try to play innocent here! Did you really think you can keep secrets from me?" The last comment was more of a statement rather then a question.
Terra shook her head. "No Slade." She said in a shaky voice.
"Good. Now Terra…" Slade got up close to her. "I am a considerate man. I am willing to, forgive your time of weakness if you do this one thing for me…"
"And that is?" Terra asked, although she knew full well what Slade wanted.
"Destroy the Titans once and for all!" Slade replied in a cold tone. "Oh, and this time, I'll be watching!"
Slade's Hideout – HallwayRobin jumped up and slammed his foot at a Trident clone, causing him to crash into the one behind him.
Starfire, who was flying beside Robin, threw a number of starbolts at another column of robots. Given the confined spaces of the hallway, it made it easy for her to take out another group of guards.
Raven, Beast Boy, and Batgirl were also running with Robin and Starfire. Though at the moment, their powers or skills weren't used much, well, other then Beast Boy was using in Cheetah form to keep up. They ignored many doors and hallways given that they knew exactly where they were heading.
The target was the control room where Slade's entire operation was handled.
"According to Terra's map, the control room should be right here!" Robin indicated to a thick heavy metal door in front of them.
"Looks like it's my turn!" Beast Boy changed into a triceratops and ran full speed at the metal door.
BAM!
Beast Boy bounced off the door. The only sign that Beast Boy was there was a triceratops like indention on the cold steel door. Beast Boy turned back into his human form and started to stagger around. His eyes were swirled and stars spun around his head. "Uhhhh…"
Raven snickered at Beast Boy's lame attempt. "Guess it's my turn then!" Raven's eyes glowed black as her powers consumed the door. Suddenly, the doors were instantly pulled apart.
The Titans and Batgirl rushed into the control room. There, they see computer consoles and the metallic wheels, each containing their captured comrades.
"Aqualad!" Robin rushed up to him. He then looked at the others. "Hot Spot! Wilderbeast! Speedy!" He looked at them with concern in his eyes. "Are you guys alright?"
Aqualad looked up to Robin. "We're fine. Just get us out of here!" A grin appeared on his face. "Slade isn't going to like this when he sees you!"
Robin, Batgirl, Raven, and Starfire worked on getting their companions out.
Beast Boy then scanned the room. He started to notice something. "Hey! Speaking of Slade, where is he?"
Robin then noticed the same thing. "And not just Slade, but where are the guards? Something's not right here!"
"You'd think that Slade would've had at least ONE guard here." Raven commented as her eyes narrowed at the situation.
Speedy then rubbed the back of his neck. That's when they felt rumbling. Not from an earthquake, but from something big, and something that was walking.
Walking towards them.
Wilderbeast looked behind him. "That's because we have the one guard right there."
The Titans, and their companions, minus Beast Boy all stared behind at the new guard.
"One guard?" Beast Boy said in disbelief at their luck. "Hah! If Slade things one little ole…" He noticed awed look of his companions, and then, the looming shadow in front of him. He slowly turned around. "Eek! Maybe one is just fine!"
"Yeah." Robin said as he stared into the eyes of Ternion.
Streets of Jump CityCyborg toned his device, which looked like a modified boom box, to the frequency that he picked up on the Trident clone. "Now, if all goes well, I can not only take out those Slade robots, but prevent Slade from hurting these Trident clones!" A grin appeared on his face. "Then poor old Slade will have a ton of uncontrollable egomaniacs to contend with!" He clicked on the boom box like device, making a low humming sound.
Though not low enough as the Trident clones all turned to him.
"You there!" The apparent leader of the Trident clones said to him. "What are you doing?"
Cyborg instantly turned to him. "Um, well…uh…just listening to some tones!" Cyborg picked up the device and started acting like he was listening to the music.
The Trident clones all narrowed their eyes at him.
"You're not supposed to be out of the internment camps!" One of the Trident clones growled.
Suddenly, the robots around them started to act crazy.
The Trident clones all looked around to the robots. The little antenna behind their head started to sparkle.
"What is the meaning of this?" One of the Trident clones asked in confusion.
Cyborg gave a big grin. "Well, it means that…"
Suddenly, the Trident clones all dropped to their knees in pain. "AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!"
Cyborg's eyes widened. "Um, that wasn't supposed to happen!"
Suddenly, the robots rebooted themselves and they all stared at Cyborg.
The Trident clones all got up and stared at Cyborg with zombieish red eyes.
One of them spoke up in a voice that sounded like Slade. "Did you really think I wouldn't anticipate this, Cyborg? Now, I have to control their minds a little earlier then I planned."
Cyborg gulped. "I guess its plan B now!"
The mind controlled Trident clones and the robots all glared at Cyborg. They aimed their weapons at him.
"Run!" Cyborg spun around and sprinted as fast as he can.
-------End of Chapter 15
I didn't intend to stop it right here, but given how long this chapter was, I will have ONE more chapter left to do. Don't worry! If you notice, the Chapter 16 is up RIGHT after this one. I only stopped it here to keep it at a decent length since, unlike you Silent Titan fans, probably not used to the long chapters of that story!
-Next Chapter…END GAME!
