Chapter Five

The Titans had gone to one of the brand new malls in Jump City. Construction had only been finished a week ago, so the place had a fresh appearance and smell to it.

"Here we go." said Robin as they approached what seemed an appropriate store.

It had a number of maternity items in it, such as clothing and accessories.

"Raven, can you go with Star so you can help her pick something out?"

"Sure." the mystic replied. "What about you?"

"I'm gonna see what other stuff would be ideal for us."

Nodding, Raven and Starfire entered the store. The boys continued their walk through the mall.

"So, what are we looking for?" Beast Boy asked.

"Stuff." Robin replied.

"That's a pretty broad category, Robin." Cyborg remarked. "Would you care to elaborate?"

"Okay, baby stuff."

"So that narrows it down to, what, about a dozen department stores?"

"Look, I don't know what to get!"

"Then let's think about." Cyborg said calmly. "Now, we'll have to prioritize first."

"Meaning?" Beast Boy asked.

"We get the important stuff now." Robin explained. "Later, we can get the extras."

"Exactly!" said Cyborg. The three Titans set out on their quest.

In the clothing department, Raven and Starfire browsed through the maternity section, seeking out clothes that Starfire liked.

"Star, do you mind if I ask you something?" Raven said in a low tone of voice.

"What is it, friend Raven?" she replied.

"Well, I'm sure you're aware of all the pains, frustrations, and stress that come with child bearing, as well as child birth, right?"

"Yes...well, not entirely. But I do have a good idea."

"Okay, we better get some stuff for you to read about it. Anyway, I was wondering what it is about Robin that made you want to go through all this? I mean, I'm sure you knew of the risks when you two were...making love."

"Yes, I knew there was a risk."

"So, what is it about Robin that makes him worth all the trouble that you'll have to go through?"

Starfire pondered her answer.

Meanwhile, the boys had entered another section of the store. They were mostly alone, so Cyborg decided on a subject to bring up with Robin.

"Robin, I gotta ask you something."

"What?" he replied.

"Is Starfire worth all this?"

"What do you mean?"

"What exactly is it about her that you see that makes you perfectly willing to go through parenthood, especially at this stage in your life?"

Robin considered his answer.

"There is something about Robin's personality that I like." Starfire said. "Despite his behavior when we first battled Slade, I felt drawn to him. He has a kind heart, one of gold. He is somewhat insecure now, but that is because he is young."

"So, is his golden heart all there is to him?" Raven asked.

"Well, there is more." Starfire replied.

"She's a great person to be with." Robin said. "She's very friendly, not to mention soothing."

"But you two seem so different!" Beast Boy retorted. "You just don't seem compatible!"

"Opposites attract, Beast Boy." remarked Cyborg. "I'm sure that's how it is with you, right Robin?"

"Yeah, I think that's it." he said. "But there's more than that, obviously."

"His appearance is enthralling." Starfire said, dreamily. "I felt that way about him especially after my transformation. I admire how well built he is, and how powerful a fighter he can be!"

"So, looks do it for you?" Raven said, managing to keep her emotions in check.

"Oh, that is not all that does it for me!" the Tamaranian replied.

"Did you ever notice her eyes?" Robin said, reminiscing. "They're so innocent, doe like. And those eyelashes! Incredible!"

"So, the eyes have it, huh?" Beast Boy said, smiling.

"Well...I wouldn't share this with just anyone, but her legs are great too."

"Whoa!" Cyborg exclaimed. "That's a bit much Robin!"

"Hey, you asked!" he replied.

"Yeah, so go on!" Beast Boy pleaded. "I want to hear more!"

"More to dream about, I bet." Cyborg muttered.

"It is a combination, I suppose." said Starfire. "The great personality and the appearance are what do it for me. I also feel as if I can trust him fully."

"And that's enough for you?" Raven asked.

"For me it is. It is rather difficult to put into words, Raven. I can best describe Robin as the type of man that makes my heart flutter, my breath quicken, and that makes me want to get down on my knees and thank X'Hal that I am a woman!"

Raven stared at her with widened eyes. "Can't say it much better than that, I suppose." she said, resuming her search for dresses.

"Her shining personality and sexy looks do it for me." Robin said. "I feel there's nothing I can hold back from her."

Beast Boy was practically drooling. "Anything else?" he said, absentmindedly.

"You might want to wrap it up, Robin." Cyborg said. "He looks like he might wet himself."

"Hey, shut up!" the changeling retorted.

"That's okay, Cy." Robin laughed. "I'll finish. In the end, Starfire just makes my heart all fluttery, makes me breathe faster, and just makes me want to get on my knees and thank God I'm a man!"

The two titans stared at him, slack jawed. "Okay, let's agree never to have this conversation again." Cyborg remarked.