College Life
By Jackalobe
Disclaimer: I don't own the Teen Titans…. There's always someone out to get ya, huh? Also don't own Get Right by Jennifer Lopez
Music listened to while writing updated chapter: (Please send in recommendations! I love to write while listening to music!)
1. Let Me Go -3 Doors Down
2. Holiday- Green Day (YEAH!)
3. Get Right- Jennifer Lopez
4. Rape Me- Nirvana
5. Heart Shaped Box- Nirvana
6. Dumb- Nirvana (What can I say? I'm addicted!)
Chapter Five: The Sinner Circle
The first month of school came… and went. Didn't go easy, but wasn't even close to hell, especially since the nine had grown closer to each other, now close enough to each other to be considered friends. Although others were closer to other people, they all formed to be this huge party of friends. This helped them all get through all the school work, annoying classmates, and boring lectures. Even Raven considered these people to be her friends, some of the first real friends she had ever had. Everyone developed some sort of routine, for everyday of the week, and so far, nothing had gone wrong.
It was a Friday night…. Raven, Bee, Victor, Gar, and Robin were all lounging around the guy's dorm room, munching on a bag of marshmallows, Faith and Terra had offered to go buy drinks about ten minutes ago. Currently, Victor, Bee, Raven, Gar, and Robin were arguing about which bands were more awesome: Green Day or The Beastie Boys.
"It is SO Green Day!" Robin declared, dodging a marshmallow, thrown by Gar.
"Not true, man, Green Day used to be really good, but the Beastie Boys are total classics!" Gar argued, shoving a marshmallow into his mouth.
Raven shook her head, lying back onto Gar's bed. "I disagree; Green Day is back with a good C.D., doing really well. Although Beastie Boy's used to be great, they're done with. Their new CD sucked."
"Oh, it did not… okay, so it did, but I hate Green Day's knew one, their old stuff was so much better!" Gar argued once more.
Victor rolled his eyes, "What's wrong with the current Green Day C.D.?"
Gar sighed exasperatedly, "Too opinionated."
Victor shook his head, "Is not,"
"Is too,"
"Is not."
Gar narrowed his eyes, "…Is too!"
"Is NOT!" Victor snapped.
"IS TOO!"
"IS NOT!"
"IS TOO!"
Bee banged her head repeatedly on the wall, "Make it stop…"
Raven rolled her eyes, hitting Gar with a pillow, "SHUT UP! Besides, I thought you liked Green Day's new C.D., ya hypocrite!"
Bee nodded, "Yeah, Gar… you're sorta alone with your statement. Don't you like Green Day? I love them, but my mom hates the way they're so political. She always says they don't know what their talking about. Ahh, what does she know…. but seriously, don't you like Green Day?"
Gar nodded, "Yeah, one of my favorite bands. (Everyone's sweat dropped…) I just like arguing, I was number one on my debate team!" He said this so nonchalantly, it seemed normal for him.
Victor looked confused, "…Didn't you say you got kicked out of the debate team, the other day?"
Gar looked sheepish, "Er… yeah, the first time I lost, I threw a chair at the person I was debating with…"
Bee choked on her marshmallow, Raven raised her eyebrows in amusement, and Victor and Robin both laughed.
"Are you serious?" Bee laughed, still coughing. "What the hell possessed you to do that?"
Gar shrugged, "Well, the guy I was up against, argued with my statement about school dress codes… I got frustrated because I was loosing and all, so I kinda chucked my chair at him… then he threw his apple… and then I tossed my pen… well, let's just say things got ugly." Gar smiled at the memory, and Robin shook his head at him.
"Man, I would have been expelled for that!" Robin said, in an incredulous tone.
"Oh, I didn't… but I did get suspended," Gar replied sheepishly.
"You act as though it's normal for you," Raven commented, opening another bag of marshmallows. It seemed as though Gar really did pack enough junk food to end world hunger… which was why everyone always hung out in the guys's dorm room. That, and because they had more sitting area, since their dorm was fit for three people, and was bigger. All nine could fit in there easily. Gar and Raven would usually occupy the top bunk, since Gar would practically beg Raven to join him. He enjoyed the dark girl's company, they connected in a way. Terra was always found on the floor, with a pillow, laughing about something anyone had just said.
Faith and Robin usually would be found either on the windowsill, or on his bed, chatting about the most random things imagined, from crime to mustard. Victor and Bee would sit on the floor, or on Victor's bed, arguing over which city was better, Chicago or L.A. Amazingly enough, they actually had some similar interests: Both liked rap and hip hop, had an obsession with cars, loved clubbing, dancing, and dating; but not for long periods of time. Terra claimed that it was a matter of time before they '-just stopped shouting at each other, and just made out for God's sake!' It was true; they definitely had a strong sexual tension, aware to everyone else besides them.
Suddenly the door knocked loudly before Gar could answer, and Victor got up to welcome Faith and Terra, since they said they'd be back in about ten minutes.
Faith and Terra burst in before Victor even touched the door knob, causing him to scream and fall over. No one seemed to care… "Oh my god, it is Friday night; we are NOT going to sit around like… like LOSERS!" Terra shrieked, obviously suddenly aware of it being Friday night. Faith walked over to Robin's bed, sitting down. Neither of them had brought back drinks.
"…What did you have in mind?" Robin asked, not a bit startled by the girl's outburst. It was only a month, and he was already used to her spazzes. Victor recovered, getting up and crawling towards his bed.
"New club, The Sinner Circle, just opened, I got us all invited!" Terra beamed, bouncing as she sat on Robin's bed.
Robin, Victor, and Gar shouted happily, tossing marshmallows to Terra as her reward.
Raven, on the other hand, groaned, Faith looked undecided, and Bee looked positively ecstatic.
"Go Terra!" Bee cheered, giving her a high five.
The boys grinned and exchanged looks, "We're all in," Victor said, "The Sinner Circle looks so cool, I heard that they have one room that's some sort of slip'n'slide, only with whipped cream instead of water." Robin and Gar pretended to drool.
Terra and Bee laughed, "That's sounds awesome! Oh, we are so in!" Bee declared, and Terra nodded happily.
Faith and Raven gave each other looks of doubt. Without thinking, Faith protested, "I don't wish to journey to the 'Circle of Sin', do you not remember what happened last time?"
Robin looked confused, and Gar and Victor were just as bewildered. Meanwhile, Raven had paled, and Bee and Terra both visibly shivered. Terra recovered first, "Aww, come on Fay! (Nickname for Faith) Nothing like that will happen, and besides, it's on the other side of town!"
Bee nodded, "Come on, puh-lease?"
"Wait! What happened?" Robin asked.
"Yeah, what the hell are you guys talking about?" Victor demanded. He didn't like the way the girl's had reacted, what had happened?
Bee covered for Faith's mistake, since she knew that the girl didn't want Robin to know about the perverts. "Oh! Sorry… We were talking about when Terra and Raven got into this stupid fight," She made up hastily. She had always been good at lying, it came naturally.
Faith nodded, turning red. She, on the other hand, couldn't lie to save her own life. Raven and Terra exchanged looks, but didn't say anything.
Gar raised his eyebrows, "Uh… 'kay, well, then. Fay, you've got nothing to worry about, Rob and I will separate the two before things get too physical…"
Robin rolled his eyes, 'Yeah right…' Finally, Raven and Faith were persuaded into going, since they would be tickled to death if they didn't, and so Raven just gave in, and Faith decided to join her.
Terra grabbed Bee, Raven, and Faith afterwards, screaming, "We are NOT going looking like this! There are some serious hotties there, why must I tell you these things? IT'S COMMON SENSE!"
When they all walked into Raven and Faith's room, Terra exploded. "What in god's pajamas was that all about? Am I missing something?" Raven nodded, though not freaking out quite as much.
"Yeah, why the hell didn't you tell them about the perverts? I would have liked to see Robin spaz… It would have amused me." Raven agreed.
Faith sighed, brushing her long hair. Bee, once again, talked for her, "Fay-babe (A/N: Another nick name) didn't want Robin to know about them, for some reason," Bee explained, fiddling with her hair, coaxing it out of its high pony-tail.
(A/N: Nicknames: Don't worry, all are extremely obvious. Faith's are: Fay, Fay-babe, and later on, Star. Raven's are: Rae-babe, Rae, and sometimes Ice Princess. Terra's are just Terr-bear, and Bethany's are: Bee, Bumblebee, and 'Diva')
"Why not?" Raven asked, searching her drawers for something to wear.
Faith sighed, "Because I have already told him that nothing had happened the night we were gone, and then he would know that I lied to him! I am afraid he will hate me if he finds out…" She sat on her bed, groaning.
Terra rolled her eyes, "You're overreacting, besides. Robin wouldn't be mad; he'd be all overprotective-like. It would be funny!"
Bee laughed in agreement, "Yeah, don't be so dramatic, and don't sulk! Come on, at least put on a little eye liner, or lip gloss. Ooh! And wear that mini skirt I borrowed the other day… wait don't, I want to wear it! In fact… just let me and Terra decide. Raven! Put those huge cargo pants away now! We all need to see those gorgeous legs of yours!"
A half an hour later, they all walked out of their dorms. Bee and Terra had left for their dorms about ten minutes earlier to dress, and called the guys on Terra's cell phone, agreeing to meet them at the club.
Terra chatted happily to Bee as they walked out of the building. She wore a light blue layered mini skirt, with yellow camisole. Her hair was down and straight, with dangly glass butterfly earrings in her ears. She wore white high-heeled flip flops, and pink lip gloss with a light amount of light blue eye liner and black mascara. She looked very pretty, and very excited, almost like a puppy.
Terra grinned suddenly, running over and jumping on Faith's back, demanding a piggy-back ride. "Oh come on Faith, it's not that far!" Terra complained. Raven laughed at her randomness, and Bee eyed Raven slyly.
"Don't even think about it." Raven growled, and Bee backed off, grinning.
Raven had gone 'Dark Beauty' tonight, as Bee liked to call it. She wore a soft, tight dark green old-fashioned corset-type of top, with black lace running across the front, tying in a little bow at the top. She wore black leather, low-cut pants along with it, tight around the hips and loose from the knees down. Her long lavender hair brushed across her shoulders, straight and soft, the black showing more and more at the tips and roots. She wore small black boots along with her outfit, along with black mascara and eye liner, with clear lip gloss.
"But Rae, you look so sexy," Bee joked, pretending to come on to Raven.
Raven smirked, and flipped her hair. "I know, you silly girl…" They both watched in amusement as Terra giggled, when Faith pretended to stagger under her weight. She was a very girl, they all knew it.
"I do not believe I can carry you… friend…" Faith said dramatically, falling to the ground.
Terra pouted getting up, "In that case, we'll just leave you here to rest."
Faith's eyes shot open, "Friends! Do not leave me here!" She called, chasing after them. She blushed as guys whistled at her, now understanding what they meant when they whistled, drooled, and yelled out random numbers, supposedly their phone numbers.
Faith was wearing low cut ripped up jeans, with a black halter top. Her hair was down, with a single small braid on the side of her hair, along with Bee's pink and black K-Swiss shoes. She wore a dark pink ribbon around her neck as a choker, with a jet black pendant hanging off it. Bee had taken one look at her and forced her to wear make up, claiming eye make up brought out the jade in her eyes. Terra and she had put black eye liner and mascara on Faith, as well as dark green eye shadow. Raven even joined them, putting some lip gloss on her lips that made them look wet.
Faith caught up with them easily, hopping up on Bee's back. Bee smiled, easily carrying Faith… until Terra jumped on top, and Raven watched in amusement as the three toppled to the ground.
"Idiots," She laughed, helping them up. "Don't embarrass me too much, alright?" She joked.
Bee rolled her eyes, "Ha-ha," She was wearing black jeans with a bold yellow tube top. A long black beaded necklace was worn around her neck, as well as black chandelier earrings. No mascara was worn on her face, since she had naturally curled eye lashes. She also wore her favorite black leather boots on her feet, and her hair was held in a messy knot, with many loose strands of hair in her face.
Terra and Faith both shouted suddenly, waving to the boys who stood impatiently outside The Sinner Circle. Their impatience melted when they saw the girls. None had changed their clothes, and Robin was still wearing his jeans and tight gray T-shirt, with his favorite pair of sunglasses. Gar wore a red baseball cap, worn backwards, with a black T-shirt and jeans. Victor wore a black button-up shirt, with jeans. They grinned as they met up with the girls, and decided to split into groups. Victor, Bee, and Terra all left together into the club, getting inside easily since their names were on the VIP list. Robin and Faith split into another group, and Raven and Gar sauntered in together, drifting off towards the soft looking cushions.
The club was split into sections… the dance floor, next to the D.J., where the floor was transparent and showed images of swirls of colors. The ground often emitted mist into the air, and the ceiling had many colorful lights, and sometimes sprayed water or even alcohol. There was a sitting and eating area, where you could order food and drinks, and even watch TV. It was in all oriental decoration. There were some stairs, that led to a downstairs, where the boy's suspicions were proved correct, a slip'n'slide could be found, and another bar, and even a stripper walk-way. The club wasn't too packed, but had a good amount of people.
"If I don't get something to drink, I'll die." Raven growled, dragging Gar to an oriental looking table, with cushions instead of chairs.
Gar smirked, "Really? Out of thirst, or have I become friends with an alcoholic?"
Raven forced a smile, though visibly flinching. "I'm ordering water, you moron,"
Gar shrugged, "Well, how was I to know? Ahh, look, a waitress!"
"That would be a hooker…"
"Simple mistake!" Gar snapped, blushing. "She has a lovely set of buttocks, care to have a look?"
"It would make me the happiest girl in the world…"
"Aww, don't be so sarcastic!"
"Who said I was being sarcastic?" Raven asked, once again being sarcastic.
"Why Raven! How unlike you!" Gar said, in fake shock.
The waiter came over, and Raven placed her order. When she looked back, Gar was still staring rather boldly at the 'hooker'. She felt a wave of jealousy wash over her, and she felt silly. 'I don't like Gar in that way, what is the matter with me?'
"…are you still looking at her ass?" Raven asked incredulously.
"Oh yeah…"
"Gar, you animal, save it for the strip club, besides… see? She has a boyfriend!"
"That would be a girlfriend…"
"No way, are you serious?" Raven asked, leaning over to look.
"Ha, you looked!" Gar laughed. "You're just as perverted as me, admit it!"
The waiter drifted over once again, "Your water," he said, placing the water on the table, waiting for his tip.
"Thanks," Raven said, an evil smirk growing on her face.
There was a splash and a shriek. "RAVEN! MY SHIRT!" Gar exploded.
"Oh, and could I have another water?" Raven asked politely, and the waiter nodded, rolling his eyes.
On the other side of the club, Victor, Bee, and Terra were all huddled next to the dance floor, talking… or shouting is more like it, since 'Holiday' by Green Day was booming in the background.
"Yo, Terra, you never told us, how did you get us on the VIP list?" Victor asked.
Terra giggled, "Oh, I really don't know, they just sent me this letter saying someone invited us. But oh well! We're here, let's enjoy it, and why not get a little tipsy while were at it?"
"Amen to that," Victor agreed, while Bee sang along to Holiday.
Before Bee and Victor could even blink, a tall good-looking man came running up from behind Terra; wrapping is arms around her, laughing.
"Hey Terra, miss me?" He asked, grinning.
She shrieked and turned around, practically jumping into his arms. "Oh my god, I missed you so much! When did you get here?" She kissed his face all over, obviously overjoyed to see him.
Victor and Bee exchanged confused looks. "Are we missing something?" Victor asked, poking Terra.
"OH!" Terra suddenly remembered her friends, not letting Brad speak, "Brad, these are my friends!"
Victor and Bee got over their shock and walked over. "Hey Brad! I've heard so much about you, nice to meet ya!" Bee smiled, hitting his fist with hers. Brad nodded, smiling.
"So you're the famous diva, Bee, right? Pleasure to finally meet Terra's roommate, and I've heard good things about you as well!" He answered, not letting go of Terra.
Victor smiled, "Whassup man?" He greeted, as though they'd been friends forever.
Brad shrugged, "Happy to be here, and I'm sure you're Victor, right? The football star and all-round mechanic?"
Victor nodded, "Yeah, that's me. Glad you're taking care of Terra, we've heard tons about you,"
Brad blushed, "I'm glad too. Are you having fun? I was assigned to check out the new things in this club, so my name was put on the VIP list, and I pulled a few strings to get you guys to come… but I wanted it to be a surprise."
"Thanks man, this is so awesome!" Victor exclaimed.
"I love this club, it's so wicked, thanks so much!" Bee thanked.
"It really isn't a big deal," Brad answered.
Terra kissed his cheek, "You are so sweet, now how's the squirt?" She asked.
Brad laughed, "With a baby sitter back home, throwing a tantrum because he didn't get to see you." He paused a moment, "He misses you a lot, always asks about you,"
Terra looked sad, "I miss him too… be sure to send him all my love!"
Brad nodded, "I will, I promise… but for now we've got so much catching up to do,"
"I know! AUGH! I have the most annoying teacher in my geology class, but everyone else is okay I guess… AHH! You must meet Faith and Raven! OH! And Gar too, you'll love him, he's hilarious… and Robin too! And Brian!"
Brad simply smiled, as he watched her… flip out. "I got promoted," he said quietly. "I'm now vice president of FutureTech,"
Terra stopped talking, "Are you serious? That is so great! Congratulations!" She hugged him tightly, "How much do you get paid now?" She asked, and Victor and Bee's sweat dropped.
He laughed, "Oh lord, I'll be able to buy a house real soon,"
Terra smiled wider, "Does this mean Thomas is going to get to go to my elementary school? Ooh! This is so great, I'm about to explode with happiness, god damnit! I need a drink or something…"
Brad laughed, "Take it easy Terra… maybe not your school, but definitely a better one, and maybe your parents could know of our relationship?"
Terra smiled, "I'd love that so much, I'm so happy for you! I'm glad you came too, I missed you,"
"I know, Thomas keeps asking for you," he commented.
"Aww! I miss him! You need to bring him next time!"
"I will Terr-bear," He promised, and she kissed him on the lips.
"Come on, want to dance?" she asked, yanking on his hair playfully.
"I would be honored," he grinned like a little kid in a candy store, allowing her to drag him into the center of the dance floor.
Meanwhile, Gar and Raven had slunk over to the bar. She instantly took out a cigarette, about to light it, when she caught Gar eyeing her.
"What are you staring at?" She snapped, putting away her lighter.
He shrugged, "Nothing, it's just, my grandpa died of lung cancer and all, I was just thinking if I should stop you or not,"
Raven raised her eyebrows. "My choice, Gar, no need to stop me,"
He shrugged again, "Want me to help you quit?"
She eyed him critically, "You? You don't exactly scream self control…"
He laughed, despite himself, "Yeah, but I mean… I just don't want you to get addicted,"
Raven laughed, "A pack a week? I'm way past addicted. Come on, Gar, don't go all 'Terra' on me,"
Gar snickered. Raven had told him about the whole 'Terra splashing beer on Raven' incident, all up the part when the perverts came into the story.
"But I'm serious, Rae, let me help you!" Gar protested. Raven flinched inwardly, 'He has no idea what he's saying,' she thought.
"Look, back off! I can talk care of myself!" She snapped, walking away, lighting her cigarette as she walked away.
Gar sighed, "Whatever," he grumbled. "Stupid PMS-ing chicks…"
"Ya lookin' just a little too hard at me
Standin' just a little too close to me
Ya sayin not quite enough to me
Ya sippin' just a little too slow for me
No doubt ya playin' real cool homie
Got me thinkin' what is it you do for me
Trippin' ova it, a little more than I should be
So let ya self go and get right with me" -Boomed in the background of the club, as Robin tried to teach Faith how to dance.
Secretly she knew how, since Bee had taught her few nights ago, but she secretly enjoyed the closeness with her friend Robin. It was obvious the girl had a crush on the guy, but he was the only guy who didn't seem to notice.
"I'm about to sign you up, we can get right
Before the night is up, we can get
get riiiiiiiight get riiiiiiight, we can get right
I'm about to fill your cup, we can get right
Before the night is up, we can get riiiiiiight toniiiiiiight, we can get right
Do you want more?"
Robin sighed, as Faith toppled onto the ground for the fifth time. She applauded herself for being a good actress, but really wanted to dance to this song. Robin needed a drink badly… although he loved spending time with Faith, he hated to see her look so embarrassed, and decided to let her just sit out for a while. The task of teaching her to dance seemed impossible.
"Hey Faith! I'm going to go and grab a drink. Want to come?" He shouted, over the music. S
She shook her head, "I think I'll stay, have a good drink!" she shouted back.
He shrugged, "Suit yourself!"
"What?"
"NOTHING!" He yelled. 'Damn this loud music,' He walked away towards the bar. Meanwhile, Faith looked around her, swaying her hips slightly, shaking her head no to any hopeful guys who came up to her. She finally decided to really dance; now that Robin was gone. Besides, the song was good, and what Robin never knew couldn't hurt, right?
"Ya lips talkin' bout I play too much
Can't a woman take advantage of what she wants
My hips movin' oh so slow
Bar tab lookin like a car note
All I need is you here right by my side
Take whatever ya want, baby let's ride
And whatever ya want so you need to sign
Just put ya name on the dotted line"
Meanwhile, Raven was dancing solo, to her own surprise, many guys floated around her, offering her to dance. She normally didn't get that sort of attention, and when she was with her friends, flirtatious guys often stuck themselves to Faith, Terra, or Bee. The attention felt nice for a while, but finally she grew aggravated and told most of them to trip into a pool of acid. Unfortunately, some guys didn't take her threats seriously.
"Come on babe; let me show you heaven tonight?" A tall semi-good looking guy said, his breath reeking of bear.
"Why don't I show you? Someone wanna hand me a knife?" Raven was in no mood for another corny pick up line.
"Ha-ha you're funny… come on, let me give myself to you," He replied, wrapping his arm around her.
"Sorry, I don't except cheap gifts, now back off!" She snapped, shoving him away. Raven walked away quickly, grimacing. 'Ugh, he touched me…'
Raven spotted Faith dancing by herself and smiled mischievously, feeling in a slightly happy mood now that she had single handedly beat off a pervert on her own, a small victory for her. Raven watched as Faith dropped her body to the floor, in a dramatic dance move Bee had taught her. Cheers were heard around her, from mostly guys and even a few girls. Raven walked in front of her, smiling slyly, and echoed the dance move, and followed it with another.
"Show me watch you've got, Fay!" She challenged and Faith grinned. Both loved a good competition, and Faith had never seen Raven dance before.
The competition was on, both girls twirling their hips, tossing their heads, flipping their hair, jumping, spinning, and moving as swiftly and seductively as they could. A crowd began to form around them.
"I'm about to sign you up, we can get right
Before the night is up, we can get
get riiiiiiiight get riiiiiiight, we can get right.
I'm about to fill your cup, we can get right
Before the night is up, we can get riiiiiiight toniiiiiiight, we can get right"
Raven stopped suddenly, tapping her foot, and Faith stopped too, nodding her head to the sudden steady beat. The lights sudden went darker, and mist sprayed up from the floor. Raven and Faith bit back laughs, trying to remain serious, which was hard, especially with the mist.
"So much we've got to say
But so little time
And if tonight ain't long enough
Don't leave love behind (Don't leave love behind)
Take my hand, I'll show you why"
By now, a huge crowd had formed, as Faith and Raven danced again, now not in competition, but as dance partners. Gar walked over, and watched from inside the crowds, suddenly shouting loudly, "YEAH RAVEN!"
"I'm about to sign you up, we can get right
Before the night is up, we can get riiiiiiight get riiiiiiight, we can get right.
I'm about to fill your cup, we can get right
before the night is up, we can get riiiiiiight toniiiiiiight, we can get right"
She looked at him, grinning. He loved it when she smiled; it melted him on the inside. Robin also watched, deciding not to get a drink after all, shaking his head as Faith spun and moved her hips seductively. She hadn't noticed him, and was enjoying dancing with Raven, who was a definitely worthy partner. 'Can't dance, huh?' he thought, grinning.
He didn't mind, girls dancing was a major turn on for him. He just stood back, and relaxed, watching them both gracefully land the same move, and move their hips downward. Faith still had that innocent grace; Raven had a dirtier, dangerous way of dancing. It worked for both, and the two did well as a team.
'Damn…' was all anyone could think of, after both girls dropped to the floor, gracefully pulling each other up, as though it was as easy as walking.
Bee and Terra cheered from the sides, shouting things like, "WORK THAT ASS RAVEN!" and "YOU KNOW YOU LOOK HOT, FAY-BABE!" -embarrassing both the girls thoroughly, as the crowd started cheering, "GO RAVEN! GO FAY!"
"I'm about to sign you up, we can get right
Before the night is up, we can get riiiiiiight get riiiiiiight, we can get right.
I'm about to fill your cup, we can get right
before the night is up, we can get riiiiiiight toniiiiiiight, we can get right"
Faith and Raven ended abruptly at the same time, and bowed. Everyone cheered and Terra and Bee took over as 'Loose My Breath' turned on. Raven and Faith smiled and Raven allowed Faith to hug her.
"You were so good, Raven! I did not know that you were so talented!" She exclaimed.
"You were good too, Faith, I wasn't the one the guys were cheering for," Raven commented.
Faith shook her head, "You are wrong, I heard many males talking about how 'hot that Goth babe is' I do not think I am a Goth, and you somehow resemble the comment," Faith protested, not knowing exactly what a Goth was, but heard Bee call Raven that word.
Raven blushed, not sure how to answer. Thankfully, Faith continued, "It is almost a relief; I do not enjoy men looking at me as though I were some object. It's flattering… but makes me feel very awkward and uncomfortable. I almost wish they would take the time to see other qualities as well, I mean… are looks all they truly care about?" Faith seemed to not be talking to Raven anymore, but to herself. Raven looked at her, shocked at her statement.
'Well, that was a bit unexpected…' She looked up, and saw Robin walking over.
"Hey, Robin's back, look cute." She whispered, and walked away, as Faith blushed and looked around, smiling once again.
"You have gotten your beverage, yes?" She inquired innocently.
He smirked, "No, decided not to,"
She stopped smiling suddenly, "Oh… well, um… did you just return?"
He shook his head, "No, I actually stopped. There was this huge crowd surrounding these two girls dancing. I must say, both were amazing dancers, maybe one of them could teach you." His tone was playful, and Faith felt the heat rise in her cheeks.
Faith blushed, "Alright, you caught me… I can dance," she confessed.
Robin stared at her, "So why did you want me to teach you?" he asked. He didn't really care, he was only curious.
Faith began to stutter, "Well, I… um… well, I didn't really know if you could dance… um…"
"As well as you?" he offered, and she blushed.
"…Yes…" she decided, looking down so he wouldn't see her blush.
"Faith, come on, I know you aren't telling me the whole thing," Robin prided.
She looked up at him, "Very well, I didn't want you to know that I could dance-" she stopped. Her gaze turned to someone behind him, someone staring at her, icy cold black eyes, glaring at her, listening to her, seeing right through her. They looked so strangley familiar... and frightening, she couldn't explain it. She stopped speaking, she stopped breathing. She looked back at Robin, who was calling her name.
"Faith! Hey, Faith!" He shouted, he had grabbed her hands, he was leading her away. She suddenly felt sick. "Faith, what's wrong? You got so pale, are you sick?" He asked, touching her cheek. He kept his hand there, seeming to forget that he had placed it there. She didn't care; she wanted him to keep it there, she looked up in his eyes, those green jewels staring deep into him.
"Fay… talk to me, come on," He whispered. He realized his hand was on her cheek and jumped, taking it off. She frowned, but decided not to protest. They were outside the club, it was much quieter. You could still feel the beat of the music, pounding on the ground.
"I uh… I'm sorry… I just, don't feel healthy, that is all," She made up, forcing a small smile.
"Are you sure? You got all pale; you looked as though you'd seen a ghost or something,"
Faith forced another smile, she knew it looked fake. "I am truly alright, but I think I'll retire to my room… I'm sorry about lying to you; I just wouldn't feel comfortable dancing that sort of way with you… it seemed easier if you were to just teach me,"
He eyed her critically, but let go of it. "I understand, it's not a big deal. Do you want a walk back to your dorm?" He asked, and she smiled wider, nodding. She felt safer with him around her anyway.
Victor and Bee were having a ball, as they both attacked the D.J. person for not doing his job correctly.
"If you can't do it right, don't do it at all!" Victor roared, as the D.J. made another mistake. The D.J. back away meekly.
Bee groaned exasperatedly, "Oh go drink or something, you're out of here!" She pushed the D.J. away and the poor guy toppled off the D.J. table, and ran away. She didn't seem to notice him, and stopped the current song that was playing.
"'Sup y'all, having a fun time?" Bee asked, and a chorus of 'HELL YEAH's' echoed across the room.
"Well the former D.J. just… er… tripped, so taking over for him will be me, Bee! And Vic Stone! Enjoy!" She boomed, grabbing Victor by the arm and yanking him up with her.
He immediately played, 'Hate it or Love it' by The Game, and a cheer of approval came from small crowds of people all over the club.
Bee and Victor grinned, as Victor mouthed the words and Bee danced. It was then, Bee realized, that she and Victor were really actually friends, not out to kill each other, since that's how most of their arguments usually ended as.
She smiled at him, and looked the other way when he caught her eye. Both blushed slightly and suddenly didn't seem to mind each other's company at all.
Robin led Faith back to her dorm, draping his arm around her when she shivered. Inside her dorm room, she thanked him for taking her home.
"It's no problem, seriously. Anyway… g'night Faith, I think I'm going to sleep too," He said, as he headed for the door. She smiled and nodded, waving goodbye. She washed her face, glad to get off all her make up, and changed into a white camisole and black boy-shorts. She slipped under her cool sheets, shivering as they touched her skin. She was instantly reminded of the man at the club, who, for some reason, had frightened her. 'It was the way he stared that was somewhat frightening, the way he looked… Think of something else!' she ordered herself, 'Think of… Raven, Bee, Terra, or Robin… think of dancing with Raven, painting… teaching… think of Galfore, think of-'
There was a knock on the door. "Come in, the door is unlocked!" she called, not opening her eyes. She opened them, Raven never knocked… she just walked in. Faith looked up in alarm, and Robin walked in sheepishly.
"Hey, um… care to join me up on the roof?" He asked.
Faith grinned, relieved, "I would love to, let me grab a pillow and blanket," Robin nodded; glad she would be joining him. He hadn't slept on the roof since the night they met.
Faith grabbed her things, and they decided to take the stairs this time. Thankfully, no one else was out on the roof, and they were alone. Faith spread a large quilt on the ground, and placed a fleece blanket and pillow on top. She stretched and settled herself down on the blanket. "Oh, look at all the stars…" she murmured.
Robin nodded, "Yeah, stars," he said, not understanding what was so special about them. She said the word 'stars' as though she were talking about diamonds.
"Aren't they gorgeous? I love the stars so much, there are so many…"
"They're only stars, Fay…" Robin remarked.
She felt her face flush in embarrassment, "Yes, but my sister and I loved to look at the stars. It was the only thing we had in common. I love them all, the way they look down at you, watch you sleep, it's a reassurance. My uncle always told me that the stars watched over us all, contemplating our fates. He said they were god's messengers, and that when angels died, they became stars. He told me that if I was a good girl, when I died, I would be put in the stars," Her voice softened, and she felt tears in his eyes.
"I'm sure the angels put him in the stars, don't you, Robin?" she cried, and Robin wrapped his arms around her. Tears poured down her face.
"I'm sure they did, Fay," he said, looking back up at the stars. Faith saw so many things differently then him, he saw the stars and didn't really give it a second though. She saw them, and tried to imagine them as angels, as guardians.
"You're the only person I've talked to about that. My uncle was a great man, like a second father. I grew up with him as my best friend, I never really believed he was dead until now," she sobbed.
Robin nodded, "I'm so sorry," He didn't know what else to say.
She stopped crying after a while, but he didn't let go. "My Uncle Galfore would count the stars out loud when I couldn't sleep," she remembered. "He used to call me Starfire,"
Robin nodded, gently leaning back down onto the blanket, his arms still wrapped around her. "Do you mind ifI call you Star?" he asked. "It suits you,"
She smiled, and nodded. "Could you, please?"
They were silent a moment, the world seemed to be silent a moment, all they could hear was each other's breathing. "Why did you want to call me Robin?" Robin asked. It was bugging him, and he couldn't remember who used to call him that.
"It suits you," was all she said. It didn't explain exactly, of what she was thinking, and Robin didn't feel satisfied with the answer. On the other hand, he wasn't sure why this was bothering him so much. He decided to just let it go.
Robin nodded, closing his eyes. "G'night Star," he said.
"Goodnight Robin," she whispered, counting the stars to herself until she fell asleep.
Back at the club, Raven was throwing away a pack of cigarettes when Gar finally found her. "Finished a pack already?" he asked incredulously.
She shook her head, her face flushed. "No, just… decided to quit… but I think I'll need some help," she answered shyly, "Still offering?"
He grinned, "Are you serious? That's so hilarious!" He exclaimed and she shot him a confused look.
"How is that funny?" she asked.
He held out a pack of cigarettes he had recently purchased, "I just bought these… I thought it might be nice if we had something in common,"
Raven was speechless. He wanted to have something in common with her? That was so… sweet, in a weird demented way. She never really had any male want to hang around her so much, besides him. It felt good. She smiled weakly, shaking her head. "No, Gar," she said, grabbing the pack of cigarettes and tossing them in the trash.
"I like you the way you are just fine," She said, "Now come on, show me how well you can dance,"
Gar made a 'I'm so superior' face', "I dance so well, I could make both you and Faith look like losers,"
Raven raised her eyebrows, "Okay, now tell me the truth,"
"…Ahh… I dance well enough to break a few bones?" He offered, and she nodded.
"Much better," She led onto the dance floor, and spent the rest of the night trying to teach Gar a few simple moves and realizing that he was going to be the only guy she could really trust. She was growing on Gar, and she was growing on to him. He made her laugh, she made him serious. It was a yin-yang relationship, and the attraction towards one another was as thick as fog, making their differences work into a friendship.
Meanwhile, Terra and Brad had decided to leave, waving goodbye to Raven and Gar.
"I'm gonna walk Brad to his hotel room and just head back to the dorm, okay?" she called.
Raven nodded, not really caring, as she caught Gar before he fell to the floor, trying to mimic one of her dance moves. Terra smiled, grabbing Brad's hand gleefully as they took a cab to outside the campus. She and him had talked nonstop, from the moment he had wrapped his arms around her, to the moment they left the cab as it pulled up to a large hotel.
"Want to walk me all the way up to my room?" He asked, as he looked back at the cab.
She paused for a moment, and then grinned, nodding. "Yeah, I do… hold on!" She walked back to the cab, "I'll be back in ten minutes, just walking him up to his room,"
The cab driver shot her a look that basically said, 'Do I look like I care?' It didn't drop Terra's mood whatsoever, as she and Brad walked into the hotel. Halfway up in the elevator, both of them singing and dancing along to the cheesy elevator music, they were thrown headfirst into a tickle fight. It was easy and hard for both of them, since both Terra and Brad were as ticklish as babies.
Terra ran out the elevator as the doors opened, laughing. Brad ran after her, and caught up to her, and pinned her against the wall. He pinched and tickled her sides, and she shrieked with laughter, not really caring if they were disturbing other people with their loud laughter. He suddenly stopped, pressing his mouth against hers, and she wrapped her arms around his neck, lust filling her mind.
She and Brad had taken it slow, never doing anything but making out, over the previous years. But suddenly Terra longed to do something more, and felt the actual physical yearning for him. She had never felt such lust before… she had let guys take her far before, but only out of sheer curiosity, never true lust. Of course she was still a virgin, and obviously Brad was not… and somehow that made her want him even more.
She was breathing heavily, she suddenly realized, and neither of them had moved. He backed away after a while, not letting for of her hands. They were right next to his door.
He spoke finally; "You want to…" he motioned towards the door. He looked so adorable; Terra couldn't have said no even if she wanted to.
She nodded, "Yes,"
He looked at her, his big brown eyes staring at her. "This might change everything Terra,"
"I don't care, I want to," she said, her equally big blue eyes staring into his. He smiled, picking her up wedding style.
"Well, alright then," he growled playfully, purred into her ear. She laughed, kicking the door shut behind them.
… (Keeping it PG-13 rated people…) …
Later that night, Faith and Robin lay curled up on the roof, both hadn't moved in their sleep so Robin had his arms covering her, shielding her, as the stars gazed down at them. Raven slept peacefully under her covers, dreaming of a certain green haired boy. Gar lay on his bed, sleeping soundly, still happy about his night spent with Raven. Bee lay in her bed, her hips still swaying from the music still booming in her head. Victor was snoring loudly, still seeing Bee dance and hearing her sing.
Terra was the only one still awake, watching her lover sleep, stroking his soft brown hair, wondering if once in her life, nothing could possibly go wrong. It was everything she wanted, and she felt herself succumb to sleep, dreaming blissful dreams of her lover and her.
Bliss is as lovely as it is quick, and then it is over, for nothing lasts forever- Professer Mod, a.k.a. 'Mad Mod' Dramatics college professer of Jump City University in dramatics.
All done, hooray! Next chapter will have Jinx, Kitten, and Mary Ann, don't you worry. I know, that was the corniest ending in the history of fanfiction, SORRY!
Number of pages for this chapter: 17
Number of words: 7, 194
Oh, I'm good.
So, guess what? Rose has some news to tell! Not important really, but news!
1. Last chapters for other story, 'I Can Stop the Pain' will be coming soon. After that, more updating on College story.
Reviewers: "Yay…"
Rose: Oh come on, be more enthusiastic!
Reviewers: "…Yay…"
Rose: -pulls out water gun-
Reviewers: "YAY!"
Also, Rose loved Mother Mae Eye, total weirdness! So fun though, the pink eyes scared me a bit… Rose also enjoys speaking in third person, lol.
Now to answer Reviews!
AlyRaven: Yay forgiveness! My story rocks? Yay! I updated! Yes, everyone does seem to enjoy screaming that at me… but it's flattering! –Sends flowers-
Kris: Queenie told you about this story? Aww, she's so sweet! I'm glad you like my story! Sorry about the suspense killing you, I update as fast as I can!
InkBlotted Chakra: Polls? You got it! I love polls too, thanks for you review!
Fey: Ahh, yes… Beastboy's nickname. Don't worry about it, thanks for reminding me, I shall explain it in future chapters. I'm glad you brought this up, I take all criticism. I don't hate you; it would take a lot more than that to make me hate you! Thanks for the heads up, I'll try to clear things up more. Please tell me if you find anything else confusing!
RobinluvsStar: You have a great summer too! I'm happy you like my story, and how protective Robin is of Star.
We gots good grammar: I know, gummy bears are too good for words. So yummy… anyways! I love all your suggestions, please continue with them all. Poor Beastboy, so many haters. We shall send him a care package of gummy bears! Hooray! Thanks for your review!
"I BEG TO DREAM AND DIFFER FROM THE HOLLOW LIES!
THIS IS THE DAWNING OF THE REST OF OUR LIVES!
ON HOLIDAY!"
-Is hit with mangoes-
Sorry, just really like the song. LEAVE ME ALONE!
a-1991: I love my public too! Yay! –Sends flowers to public- Thank you for the applause! I'm happy you like my fic, and oh my god, I'm obsessed with The White Rose, it's so great. Anywhere, Anytime for You? I'll be sure to check it out, I love suggestions! Thank you for reviewing!
Savi: Was my updating soon enough for you? Ooh-la-la, I added BB/Rae fluff just for all you lovers! Thanks for reviewing!
AnimationWickedRaven: Fun penname! Thanks for your review, hope it's still good!
Lil' LIK star: I hate to disappoint you, but I wasn't really planning on having Roy get his ass kicked. I like him too much; he's such a cool character. Maybe I'll throw in a little jealousy, but don't you think the idea is a bit overused? And I like Speedy too, but if it pleases my reviewers, I might do so. Thanks for suggestions!
Thugette90: You know, I had no idea that there could be whores in fourth grade… it's rather amusing. Bitchet, I love it! I have to make her have an appearance or something… but anyways, yeah, Normal Teenage Life is amazing. I'm happy your still my fan! I have good taste in stories? Thank you! Gummy bears could probably end wars… but we won't tell anyone that, because then they'll steal them all! Thanks for reviewing! –Sends more gummy bears-
xox.Annie Potter.xox: I won't ask, I don't understand… but I won't ask. Exams? Eep! Why must you say such dreaded words? –Hides in corner- Ugh, tests are just awful… Rebecca was not a bad choice and I will try to make her have an appearance… maybe in an angry mob or something, OOPS! Did I just give something away? Ahh, well… too late now. (Even though I could delete, but sadly this thought hasn't occurred to me) Thanks for reviewing!
Lady-Of-Emerald-Flames: You liked the BB/Rae fluff? I'll be sure do more! Glad you liked my new chapter! Love your penname, by the way!
ChocolateTruffle: Does nothing, but drools while rereading your penname.
Stargirl1066lkl: Yeah, I was thinking about making Terra anorexic… but that's not really creative, now is it? Besides, Brad's much more fun! Psychotic? Yay! I love psychotic people! Fun for the whole family! Thanks for reviewing!
Cheerfully Obvious: You're traveling? How fun, I love to travel. Sadly, I'm staying home all summer, -sigh-. Hope you have fun! I'm glad I made you laugh, tons of things make me laugh too. Thanks for reading my story!
Sailor Attitude: Is it really? Thank you! –Burst out laughing- TO THE ARMY BASE! AW W W W W W W W A A A A A A A A Y Y Y Y Y Y !
Just a note: I love being random...
Spiritual-s: Thank you!
Shekron Kaizar: -Cheers- Hello Shekron, how goes Robin's despair? Oh, the baby-sitting. They were two boys, seven and eleven years old. The mother actually paid me extra to give them 'The Talk'. It was awkward and frightening, but hey! I got thirty bucks in the end! Calvin and Hobbes would describe them well- except they like me. And I let them swear and stuff… but anyhoo! (Yeah, I'm so getting 'Baby-sitter of the year') I'm glad you liked Mod! I thought the whole 'psychotic creepy British teacher' might have been a tad bit over used… so I decided to make him fun. –Watches you attack Jackalobe with food- (Five minutes later) "…Hey…" (Don't ask) You need him again? Very well! Have fun with him, and I'm glad he will be treated like a star. HE GET'S A BODY GUARD? –Scowls- Not fair… Erm, yeah. Pants-less Phantom… I didn't exactly make him up, it was somewhat of a true story, NOT INVOLVING ME! –Looks away from awkward stares- It was this weird guy at my friend's town, wasted as hell, running around shrieking he was the Pants-less Phantom. Wonder if I could get sued for that… -Looks paranoid- Thanks for the reviews!
NEW DISCLAIMER: I don't own the Pants-less Phantom either. Have a lovely day!
Blond-but-not-dumb: Are you happier? I updated! –Cheers-
Gladdecease: I'm glad I didn't offend you, you are extremely mature, I've noticed. (Well, more than me, at least) I highly recommend The White Rose; it's one of my favorites. If you like strange and weird humor, I also recommend, 'Jinx is NOT A LESBIAN' by Post. It made me laugh so hard. Thanks for your review, and I'm glad you approve of the character I chose.
Flames of the Sun: You don't need a life, perhaps another hobby? My friends always make fun of me for writing and reading fanfiction so much, but I think it's so fun! So, do not worry, you are not alone! I'm glad you aren't offended! I'll be sure to do more BB/Rae fluff, and Star/Rob fluff!
Now for a poll! Hooray!
Poll
1. The Beastie Boys or Green Day?
2. What is your weirdest obsession?
3. Do you admit to having sexual fantasies? (Optional…)
4. Do you see dead people?
5. Have you ever felt the desire to scream randomly?
6. Would you rather date someone funny, cute, sporty, nice, southern accent, and outgoing, or someone smart, quiet/shy, english accent, average looking, and mysterious?
I shall answer!
1. Green Day, but The Beastie Boy's are pretty wicked.
2. Ahh… probably over mustard, or people with southern accents. No, wait, anyone named Larry. There we go.
3. …yes… -Blushes- I'M ONLY HUMAN!
4. …sometimes.
5. Everyday.
6. I'd have to see… but I like people who make me laugh, so probably the first guy. And I'm possitively obsessed with Southern accents so... number one! NUMBER ONE!
Please send in song recommendations, I love to write while listening to music!
Love you all,
Rose
