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I'm back with another chapter. Yay! Just so you know, next chapter MIGHT be a little late. I'm going to Orlando next weekend! Yay! Oh, and i've been wonderin somethin, what's Manga? I've heard it used but I don't know what it is. Also, to see how many of you actuallly read my Author's Notes type "Dolphin" at the END of your review. Mwa Ha Ha, lets see how many of you people care.
Story Time!
Summary:
When a fight with Beast Boy drives Raven away, Raven gets Kidnapped! What can she do? What will happen to her? RAEXBB
Kidnapped
Chapter 8
Lying?
Disclaimer: I don't own the Teen Titans... says who?
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Last Time:
BB's POV
What was that between Raven and Takeem? What did Takeem mean? Does…does he like her? No. He can't. can he? But…does…she like him?
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Raven's POV
My dreams were soft and melodic. Like a play performed on a cool spring night. Darkness haunted the corners, but that seemed to illuminate the stage even more. The light shined the brighter, the songs the sweeter.
Two beings, both faces were blurry. One offered friendship, and loyalty. The other offered care and love. Both surrounded me in welcoming embraces. Soothed my troubled mind. Both comforted, both equally friendly and relaxing. I felt in heaven with each. For some reason I felt I had to chose. Slowly, my sanctuary slipped. Flickering like a candles light.
I tried to cling onto my peaceful dreamland, but it was no use. I was being torn back into the harsh and confusing reality of life.
I opened my eyes slowly. Morning light blared with an unforgiving light.
I squinted and waited for my eyes to adjust. I was covered in a dirty, smelly blanket. I sat up and tossed it off me. Or as best I could considering I was tied up.
How did that get there? I wondered. Looking back down I saw I also had another sheet used for a pillow. What…Why…How…
I decided to push the appearance of bedding to the back of my mind. I had more important things to worry about.
I searched the cave and quickly found Lashoom. He was sharpening and polishing his swords. Gloating over them to no one in particular.
Takeem was in his magical area trying to create a portal. My eyes lingered on him, taking in every movement he made, every breathe he took. He was just staring into his book reading. No, not reading. He never turned a page. His eyes never moved and were unfocused. As if he was thinking deep thoughts that both troubled and pleased him. He was so serious…. so… handsome… so….
I looked away embarrassed. I shouldn't be thinking things like that. Thoughts like those will lead me to losing my emotions. And that can never happen, no matter what the cost…
My gaze ended up on Beast Boy. He was sleeping with his mouth open and drooling.
I sighed. He can't even keep his mouth shut in his sleep.
But no amount of saliva can hide his appealing gentle features. His elfin like ears, his dark green hair. I felt a strange emotion creep up within me. The same feeling I had when looking upon Takeem.
What… Why am I feeling this way? This feeling…it's love. Longing. Desire. Why is this happening to me? Am I in love with two people?
Beast Boy… how can I be in love with Beast Boy? He's immature, lame jokes, never stops talking. Though… he's caring…loyal…wants to see me happy. Even though he knows that I can't show any emotion.
And Takeem…why would I like him? He's kidnapped me, devoid me of my powers, and has burned me repeatedly with this stupid bracelet! But… he put those blankets on me. He had too, Beast Boy's tied up and Lashoom wouldn't give a damn. And what he said last night…the look on his face. He loves me. He's…lusted after me.
Note to self: Keep physical contact to a minimum.
UGH! If only I had my mirror. That'll help clear up this mess.
Beast Boy's a friend, just a friend. He wouldn't return the love I have, if any, for him. It'll ruin our friendship and the team.
And Takeem. I know he loves me, I think. But… he's my captor. He'll get rid of me soon and forget about me. I can't go soft on him. If I want to escape this alive I can't get personal. But I know there's good in him. It's just been twisted and bullied. If only I could reawaken it…
I shook my head and sighed. Why was I so intent on my love life when I have larger problems to deal with?
First things first, if I'm going to escape I need some help. I crawled over to Beast Boy as best I could. He was laying about 6 feet away. I finally reached him. I woke him with a hard nudge.
"Wha…" Beast Boy murmered as he woke. "Rae?"
I said nothing. I watched him confused but slightly happy when he saw me. His expression was one of innocence, of blissful ignorance. That only lasted a few seconds when he remembered all the events that have happened over the past few days. He jerked awake as if someone poured ice cold water on him. He tried to move his arms and legs, but like me, was still tied.
"Beast Boy, calm down. Don't draw attention to yourself," I said warningly.
"Rae…"
"Raven," I corrected.
"…are you alright?" he continued as if I've never spoken.
"I'll be fine. You?"
"Horrible I feel like I've been hit by a truck. Or've eaten Starfire's cooking."
I didn't laugh.
"It's because of that collar around your neck. It's like my bracelet, turns your powers against you. So, as long as it's on, don't morph into anything," I explained.
"Man, this thing itches," he said, trying unsuccessfully to scratch his ear with his foot.
"Beast Boy, be serious. We have to concentrate to get out of here."
"Why would you want to?"
"Huh?"
"What with Romeo over there," he nodded towards Takeem. His voice was cold, and… jealous?
"Beast Boy, what in the world are you talking about?" I asked in my usual monotone. Inside though, I was terrified. Has Beast Boy found out my feelings for Takeem?
"Overheard him telling you he… loved you yesterday," he almost choked out.
"And that means I love him back?" I asked coldly.
"He can play with your emotions Rae. That's how he got you to run away. He used our fight to increase your emotions to an unbearable level so you'd leave. To fall into his trap. He must be manipulating you to love him back."
I turned my head away. I was trying to keep a well practiced emotionless mask, and was failing. Crushed. That's how I felt.
How could he do this to me? He wouldn't…he loves me.
And he wants to make sure I love him back.
An unnoticed tear slipped down my cheek. The bracelet was begging to glow threateningly. But I couldn't stop… I just couldn't.
I knew it. I knew I should never love anyone. I can't. Not only because of my emotions, but because they end up deceiving you. Tricking you. Causing you so much despair it's not worth it. It's best if I'm by myself.
Another tear fell. The bracelet was fastly reaching it's limits of control.
"Rae," a voice whispered softly. I looked up and saw Beast Boy looking at me concerned.
"Rae, are you okay?" he asked.
"Beast Boy, I…. I'm sorry. I don't know why I'm like this. I'll calm down now," I said and the bracelet slowly quieted.
"Raven, your not alone," he whispered. "I'm here. I'll always be here."
I looked up into his eyes. He meant it. He truly meant it. It made me want to cry more but I retained myself.
The look in his eyes could only be described as one thing. But it couldn't really be love can it? I mean, he's just a friend. Right?
I shook my head to clear my thoughts.
"Let's just get out of here." I replied tonelessly, but softly.
He nodded. "Got a plan?"
"No."
"Oh"
I looked around. Lashoom was bullying Takeem on how much longer the portal would take. Takeem was doing his best to concentrate and…
"Ok, it's ready." Takeem said, drawing the last of a symbol on the floor. Immediately the floor began to glow with a bluish-white light.
"Finally, this world smells." Lashoom said with an evil laugh. He walked over to collect his swords. Takeem walked over to me and knelt down.
His face was of pure regret and shame.
"I'm so sorry…," he said remorsefully.
"Then don't go through with it." I replied.
"I have to..."
"No you don't."
"Yes, I do. And about yesterday…"
"Don't ever play with my feelings to make me love you again Takeem," I warned.
"The only time I've influenced your emotions is when we first caught you. Love is the one emotion that isimmune to my spells. What you feel is not of my making," he said softly. Shocked at what the conclusion meant.
"What? That means…"
"Yes?" He asked hopefully.
"Raven!" Beast Boy said despairingly. "He's lying, he's got to be."
"I..." speechless. I was speechless.
"Boy, gather the supplies so we can leave," Lashoom yelled.
Takeemglanced at Lashoom. Then back at me. "I'm telling the truth." He said and left.
"Raven," Beast Boy softly, sadly hopeful.
"We need to think of a plan quick if we are to be free," I said. I had to focus on escaping, and not on my whirlwind of emotions.
Beast Boy smiled the widest smiled I've ever seen.
"Have any ideas?" I asked
He frowned in deep thought. "No…wait! Yeah, I know how we can escape…."
(A/N)
What's Beast Boy talking about? Only I know, MWA HA HA! Though you'll find out soon enough. Sorry for leaving you guys in a cliffy, couldn't help myself. Oh, Just so you all know, I'm not sure who Raven ends up with. Moost people reading this are BBXRAE fans, well, just to warn you, she might end up with Takeem. Now... don't be mad (looks at mob) she might end up with Beast Boy. I don't know yet. It can go either way. I'm still debating this. I don't want to rule out either one just yet.
But just out of curiousity...
Which would you rather see Raven end up with?
-Takeem
-Beast Boy
I'll like to know who you want. Doesn't mean I'll end my story with them. Just wanna know who my readers are pulling for.
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