A/N: Alright, time for the next chapter. To those of you who have been complaining about spelling and grammar errors, I'm using Microsoft word now. (--) I usually use Notepad, which sucks really, really, really badly.

Anyways!- This chapter is going to rock. It rocked my socks, so it should rock yours. I will explain some moments that happen in here at the end so you guys don't all go "Ahh No BBRae!" Yes, I'm hyper, thanks for asking.

Final Special note to Jackalobe: STOP GUESSING MY PLOT. XD No, you did highlight some of the stuff I was going to do, and you actually serviced me some ideas. Good for you! You get cookies! Let's see, yes Red X is totally a babe. The reason I made the reference to stranded was because I watch TT every morning at 6:30am and that episode happened to be the one that was showing the day I wrote it. I'm a RobStar fan at heart and thought that would have to be something to highlight in this story, even if it is RobRae.

Another Special note to 'The Sidekick': Oh my god. This has to be the funniest review I've ever had. I had NO idea I kick a multitude of asses. Good to know. You are now officially my friend. Glad you read keeping Secrets too. Oh, btw, sorry I didn't respond to your email. As you may have read, I was kicked off the comp and my email box now has literally 222 unread emails. You rock really hard though. XD

Disclaimer: Stole a scene in this chapter from the Manga 'Fruit's Basket'. (issue 11) LOVE THOSE BOOKS! XD Plus it fit everything so damn well.

Warning. This chapter will kick your sorry asses. I'm really proud of it. Just, don't take the SladeStarfire stuff the wrong way. There's a good reason for it that will be explained in time. Though, I will admit that PERHAPS Starfire is growing on Slade and vice versa.

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The cool air greeted Robin as he rode through town cautiously. It was very rare he rode his cycle without a helmet, but he need to feel the air whipping against his skin. He needed this air to wake him from the daze he was in. He had become consumed in his thoughts, falling into a dark mind state of vengeance and paranoia. His one and only refuge was, of course, Raven. When she appeared, it was as if someone held out their hand, trying to lead him back to sanity. Robin's bare hands (he had ditched the uniform before he left) gripped onto the handlebars tighter.

No one occupied the streets at this hour, so Rob was caught off guard by a woman walking. He slowed the cycle. That flowing red auburn hair was familiar…

"Starfire?" Robin asked, stopping next to the curb.

She turned around, surprised to see him. "Robin…Oh, you scared me. W-What are you doing out?"

"I could ask you the same question." He raised a masked eyebrow. "What's that you're holding?"

She looked down at the cup in her hands and then back at him. "This? It's for my friend."

"…Star, I don't mean to bother you but…Who exactly are you meeting? And more importantly, why is it a secret?" He peered at her.

A slight frown lined her lips. "My business is my own."

She began to stride away confidently, but Robin got off his cycle and grabbed her arm. Starfire turned around briskly, glaring at him.

"You are going to make me late." She said callously.

He sighed. "As your team leader, I'm responsible for your well being. Can't you just tell me who you're seeing?"

"Must you know everything that goes on? Just because you are a team leader, does not mean you can pry into everyone's lives."

Robin gave her a cold stare. "You're angering me."

Starfire glared back at him, gathering her excuse. "Robin, please. I know what I am doing. Besides, if you want me to move on from my feelings for you, I have to date other people, right?"

It made her feel almost queasy giving that excuse, but he seemed to accept it. He let go of her arm and walked back to his cycle, not saying another word. She gave a slight sigh of relief and continued walking to her destination.

Little did Star know, Robin zoomed down the next block and parked his cycle away. With stealth only the boy wonder and Batman himself possessed, he went from rooftop to rooftop effortlessly, following the auburn haired girl below.

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Beast Boy leaned into the sofa with a yawn. He had just finished a two hour game fest with Cyborg and his thumbs were near bleeding. Cy had gone off to bed, leaving the changeling by himself, or so he thought. Raven walked into the room, wearing her pajamas and looking sleepy. The slight belly she had was attempting to peek out of the bottom of the tank top.

"Where's Robin?" She muttered sleepily.

Beast Boy looked over the edge of the couch. "He went out for a ride I think. His cycle is gone, so, where else could he be?"

"Oh." She said and walked over to the couch. A small yawn escaped her.

"Wanna play a board game?" Beast Boy asked, jokingly.

Rae blinked. "Yeah, sure."

"Who are you and what have you done with Raven?" Beast Boy asked, eyes wide.

Raven rolled her eyes. "I am half human you know. Now, let's play Life."

He smiled and pulled out the box. "I call green car!"

Raven scoffed. "You think being all green would make you sick of it, but, alas, no."

Beast Boy grinned sleazily. "What makes you think I'm all green?"

The telepath looked at him blandly, her fists clenching and unclenching. "Let's just play. I hope your house cracks in half."

The pair had fun playing the game for a hour or so. Raven ended up winning with a husband, two kids and millions of dollars. Beast Boy, however, ended up with two cars full of children, all of which he had to pay daycare and collage for. Raven actually gave slight chuckles at his misfortune. She set down her mug of tea as he placed everything back where it was. She inspected him silently and then took a breath.

"Where exactly did Robin leave?" She asked.

He jutted his bottom lip out, thinking. "Ah, about an hour and a half ago. Around the same time Starfire went off."

Raven's eyes widened. "…Oh no." She muttered and stood up.

"Where are you going?" He asked, standing also.

She began to walk away, ignoring his question. "Raven! It's late out an you're in pajamas, where in the world are you going?"

"I…I have to find Robin. If he finds out where Starfire's been..." She shook her head and charged out the door.

Beast Boy blinked. "Where is she? A drug warehouse? I'm sure Robin wouldn't mind where she goes…"

Raven stopped in her tracks and Beast Boy nearly tripped over her. "I can't tell you. So don't follow me, alright?"

"Hey! Cy and Rob aren't here so I'm responsible for your safety, I should know where you go and why."

"Says who?"

"Well…um…That's what anyone else would say. I really do care about what you're up to though…Don't want you to end up getting hurt again." Compassion flicked into his dark green orbs.

Raven sighed. "You're…sweet, but I need to handle this on my own. Some things are best kept a secret."

His expression became stern. "No. Remember last time everyone kept secrets? A lot of people ended up getting hurt."

Defeated, Raven walked out the door and waved for him to follow. She could use the help finding Robin anyways. She wouldn't tell him everything, but he could figure it all out in time.

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Starfire appeared at Slade's door. She knocked gently on the steel door to be greeted by Slade's butler. He gave a slight smile and she walked in. She expected to be greeted by the usual pitch black room, but there were a few small, glowing lights. The infamous TV monitors were humming slightly as they held images of random buildings around Jump City. Titans Tower was displayed, of course and she stared at it.

"What've you brought me this time?" Slade asked blandly, standing next to her.

She grinned and turned towards him, not even startled by his sudden appearance. "The Tameranean milkshake of peace as promised!"

He took the cup and inspected it. There was a small straw poking through the top.

Star giggled slightly. "It is even possible for you to drink with the mask on?"

"It's taken years of practice but, yes, I can." He looked behind him for a second and then back at Starfire. "Come, let's sit and…chat I suppose. Wintergreen, could you put on some tea?"

He turned around and waved his hand slightly for Star to follow. He led her to another room. It was actually decorated, probably made to entertain company. They sat at a small table in the corner of the room.

"Why do you have a room of such vast quality when the rest of your…'house' is so dark?" She asked, looking around.

Slade leaned back in his chair. "The front is camouflage for when pesky enemies try to break in. This here, is for my business deals. I know many people."

Wintergreen, the butler, came in and placed the tea down. Starfire watched as Slade took a slow sip without noise or spilling any on himself. His one eye inspected her the entire time, waiting for her to make a single wrong move.

"Perhaps we should get to know one another." Star suggested.

"…perhaps."

"Well, let us start with something simple. Such as, when you are not…ah…scheming, what do you do?"

Slade thought for a second. "…Golf is alright."

Starfire tilted her head slightly. "Golf?"

"What? Golf can be evil." Slade said, trying to cover his not so usual hobby.

Star covered her mouth and broke out in a laugh. He was stunned by it at first. Usually, when people laughed at him, they never lived to speak about it. But her laugh was intoxicating. A soft sound that rang through the room like a slow symphony. He had to close his eye for a second, regaining focus. She straightened herself up and smiled.

"I am sorry for laughing. "She said, bowing slightly.

He shook his head. "No, it's alright. I made quite a fool of myself."

They continued talking for a good two hours with more laughter and strange looks all around. Starfire found out a great deal of information she never would have guessed about Slade and vice versa. Slade showed her around some of the other areas of his hideout. They were nearing one of the bedrooms(not like that you pervy people.) when they noticed it was nearly four in the morning.

"You should probably head back." Slade said, looking at Starfire.

She smiled and nodded. "Yes. I shall see you tomorrow?"

"Yes…"

She began to walk away but Slade stopped her. "Let me walk you out so you don't end up getting lost."

They walked silently to the door and Slade opened it. She stepped out and so did he, taking in a breath of the night air. Slade looked toward the sky, his eye catching on something in the distance.

"Slade…" Star began.

He looked at her. "Hmm?"

Starfire peered at him gently. "Why…Why do you wear the mask?"

Slade walked forward. "There's a right time and a wrong time to tell the whole truth," He cupped her face in one of his massive hands. "Wouldn't you say?"

Her heart kept skipping beats. She tried to keep her breath steady and manage out just a few words.

Slade leaned forward and Star swallowed a gasp. He spoke softly into her ear. "Someday, alright?" Small waves of heat came from the slits in his mask.

He lingered there a few seconds and then pulled away, his fingers sliding along with the curve of her jaw. Under the mask, he was wearing a devilish smirk. Starfire was too stunned to say a word as he walked back into his warehouse.

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Robin's mouth hung open slightly. He was in the upmost shock of his life for many more reasons than one. How? How could this possibly be? His hands were trembling as he replayed the scene over in his head. How dare she do this? Were they…together? His eyes nearly fell out of his head at that thought. He watched below as she walked away, looking as shocked as he did.

"Starfire….what the hell are you thinking?"

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Raven flew though the skies, Beast Boy flapping his wings behind her. Rae looked down to see a red motor cycle. She gave Beast Boy the signal and they swooped down to the ground.

"Here's Robin's cycle but…where's Robin?"

Beast Boy sighed. "Good question. Guess we should just wait here?"

"No! We have to find him before he finds Starfire!"

"Oh..Right. Raven, what's so horrible about Rob knowing where Slade is anyways?"

Raven looked at Beast Boy. "You know how he gets because of Slade. This time I'm afraid he'll do something stupid."

"Like what? Fight Slade on his own?"

Her expression went grim. "No. Something like commit murder."

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Starfire leaned against the wall of a nearby building. Her heart had just now stopped going a mile a minute and her breathing returned to semi normal.

"Starfire."

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A/N: OH! YEAH! XD No, I just love this chapter. Next one will be pretty good too. Well, I'm almost out of time so I won't blab up a storm here.

Okay, I need your guys help! I have two plots that I want this story to go but I need to choose one. I can go with:

The obvious. Starfire becomes Slade's apprentice after Robin like gets super angry at Starfire. And you got your drama there.

Or, recently thought up:

Raven and the others convince Robin to let Starfire stay. Then, something happens to Raven and she "dies" (NOTICE THE QUOTATION MARKS). Robin mourns in a way that is totally wrong and there will be some major drama once Raven comes back with her child.

So, let me know which one you would like to see. I'm leaning towards B because it's cool. You don't know EXACTLY what I'm planning for Robin's coping, but it's good.

Well, I'm off to go practice for the school play. I'm an understudy! (I hate being a Freshmen. You get like NOTHING.)

Love you all,

Emmery