Chapter 2
Old Family, New Friends
Today is a very strange day, thou I do not know why. I feel the presence of one I have met before, but who is it? Can you help me…?
"Finally," Raven said out loud to herself, "I've finished this book."
"What's this I hear about you finishing your book?"
"Beast Boy," Raven said as she pulled down her hood, "I thought you told me to come and get you when I was done reading?"
"I know that's what I said, but, you look so peaceful while you read so I decided to watch…" Just then the siren sounded and Cyborg ran into the room.
Hey BB, Raven, intruder, you know what to do!"
"Right!" Beast Boy yelled as he ran to get to the roof of the Tower.
"He's here." Raven murmured under her breath as she walked toward the main entrance.
"Raven!" Cyborg yelled, "You're not supposed to be down by the door, you're supposed to be…"
"Quiet!" Raven hissed, "I know what I'm doing!" Cyborg, who was uncertain, aimed his sonic cannon. As Raven approached the door, it opened with a hiss.
"You can come out of the shadows now, I know you are there. If you want you can come inside, or do you want me to come outside?"
"You can come outside where I can see you better." A menacing but kind, unknown but familiar voice said. As Raven stepped through the door, she felt a great drop in the temperature, as if the air around the stranger had the chill of death. The stranger was about the same height as she was. She couldn't see his face because he wore a black hooded cloak, which he kept pulled tight over his head. On his back he wore a quiver of arrows and a bow made of black wood, at his side hung a long sword in a black, jeweled sheath.
"Who are you?" Raven asked.
"Hahahahahaa!" the stranger laughed, "Why, don't you know?" Here the stranger stopped. Raven swore she saw an evil grin in the shadows of that black hood. Then the stranger flipped back his hood. Raven was shocked, for what was looking at her looked a lot like her. The stranger had dark violet eyes, and hair, which was the same length as her own. Before she could say anything, the stranger said, "Hello sister."
"It's me Raven, the only reason we stopped is that Forest Wanderer's fingers are cramped. You may be wondering, "Raven had a brother!" I'm going to tell you this, it's true, and if you want to learn more, read on. But first, you may also be wondering why I refer to myself in the 3rd person, it is because I believe that it makes the story easier to read."
The next few things that happened were a blur. All I could think of was that my brother returned. I guess I did sense someone I have met before, my twin brother…
As Raven and her brother entered the tower, they were met with a brigade of attacks, all of which Raven simply blocked.
"You guys need to learn better aim," the stranger smirked, "you could have hit her."
"Raven, who is this?" Robin asked.
"Everyone," her voice low but growing, "this is my brother, Nevar."
"Excuse me… but travelling for multiple years with not much to eat makes one very hungry." Nevar said, "So if you don't mind, may I have something to eat?"
"Actually," Cyborg said with hunger in his eyes, "we were about to eat supper before our scanner picked you up."
"So, Brother Raven shall be partaking in the consumption of edible items with us?" Starfire asked.
"Yes, Star," Robin said, "Nevar will be coming to eat with us."
"So… what do you normally eat?" Nevar asked as the walked to the table.
"Tofu!" Beast Boy said quickly.
"Don't you mean meat, BB?" Cyborg replied.
"You mean you actually eat meat?" Nevar asked.
"Sure, don't you?"
"Aye, but only if I'm going to die if I don't," Nevar answered, "Only fruits, vegetables, and mushrooms for me." As they walked into the dining area, Beast Boy strayed behind to ask Raven a question.
"Raven, are you glad your brother is here? Because I believe me and him can be good pals."
"Actually Beast Boy, I'm not sure what to feel. I'm glad and surprised to see him, but I am also angry because, after years, he has finally returned. And don't expect him to be your best buddy; he's actually pretty quiet, like me." She answered as she went to her room.
I can't believe my brother came back. I wonder why he chose to now instead of earlier…
"Bye again, and please leave a few reviews, I sure would appreciate them. My brother has much to tell about… any way, you have been reading the words and thoughts of me, Raven, put down on paper by my good friend Forest Wanderer."
I hope you enjoyed what Raven has said thus far. Remember, as long as you are willing to listen, Raven is willing to tell.
May the Light guide you and shield you from harm.
Write Fast,
Write Well…
Never stop wandering the Forest
Forest Wanderer