Mike: I'm back! My computer is working again, (for the most part), so, I present to you, chapter 11! This chapter is dedicated to Punk. Although, I've dedicated so many chapters to you I guess that's not a big deal anymore...well, this one is EXTRA dedicated to you! Enjoy, folks!
Centara was searching frantically for Beast Boy. She had found Siren's cell empty. There were no signs that Siren had forced her way out of the cage. After searching every room in the house, she returned to the meeting room, where the rest of the Titans were waiting.
"I didn't find anyone," she said softly, laying down on the couch. "They're both gone."
There was a short, uncomforable silence, which was soon broken by Starfire.
"I do not understand," she began, slowly, "Why has our friend let the Siren out and left with her? He is...still our friend?"
Centara glanced at HeavenDemon, who seemed utterly in awe of the ceiling at this time. "He is. Siren is a vampire, but also part Seduction Demon. She can play with emotions. She make make people think they're feeling things that they actually aren't. A very dangerous and twisted ability that she uses to her full advantage. We need to find Beast Boy as soon as possible. Insanity is still walking around, and I'm not sure what's going to happen if those three meet."
Robin stood up. "Alright, here's the plan," he said, taking charge, "We'll spread out, and search the city. If anyone finds Beast Boy, Siren, or Insanity, call for help. I don't want anyone else getting hurt."
HeavenDemon suddenly spoke up, for the first time since Beast Boy had been discovered missing."Be..." he began, stumbling over his words, "Be careful, guys. Allof you. Insanity is different this time. Without me inside my body, he's in his most pure form. He's capable of anything. And...good luck. Bring Beast Boy back."
"We will," Raven promised.
"We'll be back soon," said Centara, as the Titans were exiting the Tower.
"Centara!" HeavenDemon called, "Can I talk to you for a minute?"
Centara came back into the meeting room, "Sure, what to do need?" she asked.
"I just..." once again, HeavenDemon was having trouble speaking, "I want...just...be extra careful, alright? If you meet up with Insanity, keep your guard up. You mean so much to me, and if I lost you...I just..." HeavenDemon raised his head, and a look of terrible sadness was in his eyes. He slightly extented his hand, as if wanting to reach out and touch her. "We've grown apart. There's no denying it. But I don't want us to grow apart.I missed you so much..."
Centara was slightly shocked by the emotional display. She smiled. "I missed you too. We haven't really had a proper reunion yet. But the important thing is we're both here, together. We'll take care of this, and things will go back to normal." She chuckled. "Well, as normal as things get around here. Are you going to okay by yourself here? I could stick around for awhile."
HeavenDemon shook his head. "No, the others need you. I'll be fine. Just...come back soon...okay?
Centara began to take off. "It's a promise." She flew out an open window.
(On The Streets Of Jump City)
Insanity walked out of a dark alley, wiping blood off his mouth.
"Not bad," he mumbled to himself, "But a little bland."
His eyes wandered to the sky, and his gaze quickly found Starfire.
"Hmm," he chuckled, "Alien blood. Oh, what the hell, I'll give it a try."
(In The Skies Of Jump City)
Raven and Centara flew together, scaning the ground.
"It's really been bugging me," Raven said, "I have to know. Did something happen with Keydin and Siren?"
Centara sighed. "Yeah. And it's one hell of a story. But you should know. It goes back to the Legion of Darkness days. We were both crushed from Zin's death, not to much the birth of Insanity. Keydin would barely even speak. When we joined up with the others, he started speading most of his time with Siren. I thought it was kind of odd, but I didn't suspect anything was wrong. But then, Keydin started to get weaker. He would stumble all the time, and sometimes I would see blood on him. I began to worry. I asked him if everything was okay, and he brushed me off. That was when I knew for sure there was a problem. I tried not to let Keydin out of my sight, but that proved harder then expected. Then one night...I..."walked in on them", so to speak. One word: yikes. They were feeding off each other, among other things. The next day, I talked to Keydin about it. He was stubborn. He very nearly got violent. Then, right in the middle of a rage, he broke down and collaped. That night, our bond became stronger. We left the Legion Of Darkness, and starting fighting Trigon by ourselves. That's how it happened."
Raven was shocked. "I...I had no idea. It must be killing you both to have to deal with her again."
Centara shrugged slightly. "This is not my ideal reunion. I hope Keydin is going to okay. He seemed really broken up before we left."
"Yeah, he did," Raven said thoughtfully. "I think the best thing we can do for him right now is find his body."
"You're right," said Centara, flipping back over so she could see the ground again. "We should concentrate on this."
(In An Alley)
Starfire had landed, and was exploring an alley. She was sure she had heard someone scream. Suddenly, she heard something move. She whirled around, to see Insanity dragging a young woman by her hair. Blood was flowing from her neck, and she was moaning slightly. Blood dribbled down Insanity's chin. Starfire gasped, then launched a starbolt at Insanity. He ducked, and released the girl. She slumped to the ground. Insanity disappeared through a black gate that appeared in the ground. Starfire turned her head frantically, searching for Insanity. She froze, feeling a pair of cold arms wrap around her waist, and hearing a soft, purring sound behind her.
"Now now, my dear, don't try to get away," Insanity said in a soft voice, "I just might have to break you in half, if you do." He snatched Starfire's commuincator, and crushed it. "I get lonely, you know," he went on. Starfire was having trouble moving. "Every once and a while I like to spend some time with a friend." His lips touched Starfire's neck. She twitched. "Dear, innocent Starfire. You know, from the moment I met you, I wanted to drag you into the cold, cruel world. Show you that it's not all rainbows and bunny rabbits. It just..." He threw Starfire to the ground. "Sickens me!"
She slowly rose to the ground. "You are not my friend," she said shakily, "You a foul being that should not exist. You have stolen my friend's body, and I will return it to him." Starbolts appeared in her fists. "In pieces, if necissary."
Insanity laughed, which sounded a lot like nails on a blackboard. Starfire shivered. "Ooh, you're so tough! You look like Hilary Duff after her room service didn't show up! Come on, kick my ass, princess!"
Starfire recklessly charged at Insanity, enraged. Insanity grabbed her wrist, twisted her arm behind her back, and pinned her to the ground.
"See?" Insanity mocked, "You can't do anything for yourself. Not without your beloved bird boy. Speaking of Robin, I wonder how he will react when he finds your body on his doorstep, blood flowing from you. Maybe I should buy a camera, you know, to capture the moment." He sunk his teeth into Starfire's neck, tasteing her blood. She screamed. "Hmm, not bad. It's sort of...tangy. I was half way expecting acid, or something."
Starfire tried to stand up, but Insanity banged her head into the ground, knocking her out.
(On The Other Side Of Jump City)
Siren and Beast Boy we're laying on the floor, inside a warehouse.
"Gar, isn't it so much better to be with someone who respects you?" asked Siren.
Beast Boy smiled, revealing sharp, pointed canine teeth.
Mike: And there you have it. Comments? Then review! Peace, my friends!
