Disclaimer: I still don't own teen Titans, DC and Cartoon Network still do.
Chapter 2. Of Plasmus, Parades and Second Encounters
Titans Tower was abuzz with activity. Cyborg and Beast Boy were busy trying to top each other at Grand Circuit Racer, A game that Cyborg had recently downloaded, since when it came to such things, BB WASN'T to be trusted, due to a previous unfortunate experience.
Robin and Starfire were cuddling on the couch, a result of recent events involving the preparation of breakfast. They'd been together officially for a month now, and as Robin thought of this incident, he tenderly kissed the still angrily red, yet fading welt on the alien princess's arm, a painful yet important reminder of that day.
Stroking Starfire's hair with one hand, Robin proceeded to tickle his love in the stomach with the other, prompting her to emit a squeal of exhilaration, surprise and joy.
"Robin! You are most mischievous!" The masked boy offered a sly smile. "I know." He then proceeded to kiss her full on the mouth, causing the both of them to collapse onto the couch, Starfire giggling the entire time.
The moment was broken up however, by a thunderous shout. "BOOYAH! I crushed your butt, little man!"
Beast Boy wasn't pleased. "Dude! You cheated! You ALWAYS cheat, just 'cause you downloaded this game doesn't mean you need to make sure you win all the time! One more thing, why don't the two of YOU get a room or something!"
Robin wasn't happy now. "Look, what goes on with me and Star is OUR business, and if we want to show the world how much we love each other, we will! You've got no right to tell us what we can and can't do!"
Starfire's worried face said it all. "Please, you must not fight! Friends are not meant to fight, please end this unpleasantness!"
The argument would have continued, were it not for the sudden blaring of the Titan Alarm. "Yo, What's goin' on?" "It's Plasmus, he's causing a disturbance at the Jump City Day Parade!"
"Where is Raven?" Cyborg looked at Starfire and shrugged."Said she hadda meditate, all I know is, I'm not goin' to try to disturb her." "Yes, Raven can be most displeased if her concentration is broken prematurely. I fear I cannot do so, either."
Beast Boy attempted to lighten the mood, as always. "So, are we gonna draw straws or somethin'?" "I'll go." With that, Robin headed towards Raven's room.
If Starfire wasn't worried before, she definitely was now. "We must protect all of those innocent people from that horrible, nasty creature!" "I know, Star, don't worry. Plasmus ain't gonna hurt anyone, okay?"
The girl brightened somewhat. "Very well, Cyborg, and thank you!I am certain we shall be victorious!" With that, Robin and Raven entered the common room, ensuring that the Titans were ready.
It was madness downtown, people running in a blind panic as the Titans arrived. In the middle of it all stood the hideous, misshapen mound of purple goop known as Plasmus.
The thing was spewing acid, a recent addition to its already disgusting array of abilities, burning a hole in the roof of a car as it lumbered along the street. Robin assessed the grim situation, and then shouted the words that the others were expecting to hear.
"Titans, GO!" Cyborg powered up his sonic cannon, as Beast Boy and Raven prepared for a two way aerial assault. Starfire remained close to Robin, hovering above him, eyes and fists ablaze with green energy.
A green eagle came at the monster, attacking with its talons. Plasmus merely swatted it away however, causing the bird to transform back into the young shapeshifter.
Raven closed her eyes, concentrating on the nearest vehicle. "Azarath, Metrion, Zinthos!" The car came flying at Plasmus, encased in a black glow and immediately exploding on impact.
The monster was temporarily stunned, and then a blast of sonic energy hit it, sending Plasmus flying into the nearest building. Robin saw this as his chance, and came flying at the repulsive thing, swinging his bo staff furiously.
It lodged itself deep within Plasmus's chest, and Robin was having difficulty removing it. Plasmus saw this as his chance to take out the leader of the Titans. However, a certain angry and worried female extraterrestrial had other ideas.
A furious barrage of Starbolts exploding all around him ended any chance of that. "Leave him alone!" There was a blur of red, green and purple as Starfire flew towards, and then THROUGH Plasmus, leaving a gaping hole in the hulking creature. The concerned princess kneeled and seeked confirmation that her love was fine. "Robin, are you well? I most fervently hope that you are unharmed!" " I'm fine, Star. Let's end this, okay?" Starfire's face was a study in determination. "Yes, Robin, let us."
The battle raged, with every Titan giving their all, but something caught Raven's eye.
He deftly reached his hand into his unsuspecting victim's pocket, pulling out his wallet without the man even knowing it was happening.
Admiring his work, he spoke quietly to himself. "I love a parade!" "What are you doing?" The scratchy voice came from behind him, causing the young man known as Rex to turn around and face the girl the words belonged to.
Hey! Uh, Raven, right? I was just, uh, giving back..." "Don't play dumb, and don't lie. I saw you." The boy was hard pressed to come up with an excuse, and Raven knew it. "Why? Why do this? Especially when there are lives in danger?"
"Hey, a guy's gotta eat, right? Besides, it's fun!" "Fun? You call stealing from people fun?" The feeling of familiarity she got at the mall returned, if only slightly. Just then, an acidic projectile came flying at them, causing Raven to put up a protective barrier with a wave of her hand..
"Are you all right?" Her question went unanswered, because Rex, and the wallet, were gone.
Raven joined the others, and after a time, it seemed that the Titans were fighting a losing battle. Plasmus had gotten tougher, and all seemed bleak.
However, the most unlikely thing happened, they got assistance from one of the last people they ever would have expected.