Chapter Fourteen
The day dawned clear and bright, with scattered clouds. Looking at the weather report on the computer, Robin saw that a storm front would arrive in a few days, bringing in somewhat cooler weather. He accepted that, knowing that the sunny weather that was present for almost all that week could not last.
But the weather was not his concern. He wondered what the Titans would have to do about Terra. Would she go out on an unstoppable rampage in her quest for revenge against Slade? Would she have to be imprisoned? Robin shuddered at such thoughts.
The rest of the Titans joined him in the lounge, each taking their seats. They all knew what was coming for today.
"Well, I guess you all know what our agenda is today." he said.
"Yeah, and I don't like it." Cyborg said. "Terra lived over a year in peace in her new life, and now things have gone ape shit for her. Really sucks."
"Agreed." Starfire added. "I would hate for her to be in confinement while she is with us because of her intention. We should talk to her about the wrong of her desire."
"Already taken care of." said Raven. "I spoke to her last night about her situation."
"Did you also apologize for hitting her?" Robin asked.
"The subject never came up." Raven replied. "Anyway, I think I had an impact on her."
"Is that a joke?" Beast Boy asked.
Raven glared at him. "No pun was intended, Beast Boy." she said, concealing a grin.
Robin glared at Beast Boy and Raven. "You know, you two have been acting weird lately." he said.
"How so?" they replied.
"Well, you've been acting more...well, happy." he said to Raven. "And Beast Boy, you've been rather hostile to Terra. It reminds me how Raven treated her when she came back."
"I have noticed this behavior as well." said Starfire. "Although I am pleased to see Raven in a more cheerful mood, it is saddening to see Beast Boy in such an aggressive one."
"Hey, things change." he said. "I'm still growing up you know."
"Yeah, I see that." Cyborg commented. "But why do you have to start being a jerk?"
"Hey, I'm only like that to people that piss me off."
"And Terra pisses you off? That's not like you."
Beast Boy sighed. "Look, can we get back to talking about her? It is why we're here, instead of enjoying breakfast, isn't it?"
"Beast Boy is correct." Starfire said. "We have wondered from the issue at hand. We should first deal with Terra's intent on committing murder."
Robin was about to reply when Terra entered the room.
"Good morning, people." she said.
Robin noticed how pleasant her tone was.
"Hey, are we having breakfast or what?" the geomancer said. "Or do you want me to cook it?"
"Um, Terra?" Robin asked her. "Before we do that, there's an issue we need to discuss."
"Oh yeah, that thing with Slade. Don't worry about it; I'm not going to kill him."
The Titans were all startled.
"But the way you were talking last night..." Cyborg said.
Terra smiled. "You can thank Raven. She talked to me about it. A rather good talk, by the way."
The Titans now stared at the mystic. "Guess I'm a motivational speaker." she said.
Starfire jumped to her feet, elated. "Such joyous news! Come friends, let us enjoy our morning meal!"
Cyborg joined Terra in the kitchen to help her make breakfast. Robin and Starfire chatted with the geomancer, while Raven and Beast Boy remained in the lounge.
"What exactly did you say to her?" the changeling asked.
"I just compared her to Ahab from Moby Dick." she replied.
Beast Boy smiled at her. "I use TV and movies for my words of wisdom, you use books. Do you see now that we're not so different?"
"I shudder to think!" she laughed.
Breakfast was ready for the Titans in less than ten minutes. While eating, Terra spoke of her life after she was revived, living in the old hideout and managing things on her own.
"Sounds like you're quite resourceful!" Cyborg commented when she finished talking.
"I've always been resourceful." she replied. "How do you think I made it living on the run, being on my own for many years?"
Beast Boy suppressed a comment. 'How many friends did you step on along the way?' he thought.
After breakfast, the Titans rested in the lounge.
"So, now to make a plan." Robin said. "But first, Terra, I need to be sure of your intentions."
"You have my word I won't kill Slade." Terra said. "I'd rather have him rot in jail. And if he breaks out, we'll make sure he regrets it. He'll beg to go back!"
"Now that is what I like to hear!" Cyborg commented.
"Good." said Robin. "So, how should we play this?"
Terra thought for a moment. "I think I ought to watch out for things at my school. Slade did threaten to go after my friends there."
"That's a good start." Robin replied. "And perhaps the rest of us should patrol the city, looking for signs of Slade."
"Great idea, but I might need help. In case Slade shows up."
"I see." Robin said, thinking. "Who should stay with Terra?"
"I shall!" Starfire said.
"I think you're better for patrolling." Terra told her. "And Cyborg's sensors will also be better out in town."
"That's right." Robin said. "Sorry Star. Guess that leaves BB and Raven."
The two glanced at each other.
"How about paper, rock, scissors?" Beast Boy said.
"What?" Raven asked.
"Let that decide which of us goes with her."
"Why not flip a coin?"
"You got one?"
"No."
"Then let's play!"
Sighing, Raven extended her right fist. She and Beast Boy counted to three, and then made their moves; Beast Boy had rock, Raven chose paper.
"Well, looks like its me." the changeling said, standing next to Terra. He shot an annoyed glance at Raven.
"Alright, Titans." Robin said. "Now that we have our teams, we have to organize. Here's what I want to do for each situation..."
Robin outlined his plans for their search pattern. Terra added her own ideas, using her knowledge of her school as a reference. The Titans then planned on how to converge on Slade's position once he was found.
After their planning, Robin handed a communicator to Terra. She eyed it pensively.
"Brings back some good memories." she said.
"Well, don't get lost in them." Beast Boy remarked.
Robin made way for the exit. "Okay Titans, and Terra, we all know what to do and how to do it. Let's move like we got a purpose!"
The made for the door, but Terra stopped.
"What is it?" Beast Boy asked her.
"Can I say it, just for old time's sake?" she said.
"Say what?" Raven asked.
"You know, that phrase?"
Robin realized what she meant. "Knock yourself out!"
Terra grinned. "Thanks." She cleared her throat.
"Titans, go!"