Okay. It took me a little while to figure out the song for this chapter. It's going to be Robin soothing Raven when she comes to him totally shattered after the night before it's set early in the morning after chapter 11.
Disclaimer: No. I don't own them. Or the song Bridge Over Troubled Water by Simon and Garfunkel. Warning: This chapter contains Robin singing. Robin: Hey! Don't worry, he has a nice voice. Robin: I didn't know you thought so… Um…(looks around) Robin: When did you hear me sing anyway? Right…On with the chapter…
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Chapter 12
It was almost eerily quiet in the big room of Titans' Tower. Void of the organized chaos that usually went on, it seemed bigger than usual, big, hollow, and empty. A single figure sat alone on the couch, staring off into space. The covers on his eyes reflected moonlight, giving him something of an iridescent glow. He said nothing, though his thoughts raged like a whirlwind in his head.
The spooky silence was disturbed just the slightest bit as another shadow appeared in the doorway. Her cloaked form, almost wraith-like, floated over to the boy, settling beside him. He noticed that she was trembling.
"Raven?" No response, other than the low rustling of her cape as she moved close to him. "Raven, what is it?" Her eyes glowed luminescent purple from the shadows under her hood. They were filled with shining tears.
"Robin, I don't want this to happen." She buried her pale face in his chest, against the cloth of his shirt. His arms closed around her small physique. "I don't want you to die. I don't want to kill you."
"I know," he whispered, his lips brushing her ear. "I know." The empath's sobs echoed around the hollow space. "Don't cry, beautiful. I'm here." He rubbed her neck, smiling when she looked up. "It's going to be okay." Her eyes closed slowly; he ran his hand over her back, his voice floating into her mind.
When
you're weary, feeling small
When tears are in your eyes,
I
will dry them all
I'm on your side
When times get rough
And
friends just can't be found
She rested her head back against his chest, listening intently. He actually had a very nice voice, deep and mellow. It rippled through her, managing to calm the internal torment. It wouldn't happen. She wouldn't let it. Come on, Raven. You've said that five times already. But never did she have such resolve. Her fingers laced through his, feeling his grip tighten a little. A smile crept onto her countenance, rendering her face almost angelic.
Like
a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge
over troubled water
I will lay me down
Robin smiled. He could see in her face that it was working. Running his thumb over the chakra in her forehead, he couldn't help thinking the she looked faintly sweet. Barely innocent, even though he knew she was far from it. Right now her physical appearance seemed to contradict the way he knew her. Anyone looking at this beauty wouldn't guess that she spoke in a monotone, or know that she was so brutally sarcastic. Least of all that she was apparently destined to destroy the present world. He chuckled. How deceiving life could be. Taking a deep breath, he resumed the quiet song that helped her forget reality.
When
you're down and out
When you're on the street
When evening
falls so hard
I will comfort you
I'll take your part
When
darkness comes
And pain is all around
She settled in his lap, content now to listen and think about him. He had this touch, unusually soft for a Titan, much less their leader. The sorceress could feel it now as his fingers ran slowly over her back, up to her neck and shoulders, and then through her hair. It made her shudder just slightly, but enough for him to hold her closer. She sighed. This was how it was supposed to be, just them sitting together as the golden sun came up over the city. Opening her eyes, she gazed at the silhouetted horizon, glowing with tangerine light. Pretty soon the buildings would come into focus and life would be taken off hold. The daily struggle would begin again; she would have to mind her emotions, thoughts, and speech. But at this time, the only people existing were Robin and herself, curled up beside him on the couch.
It was with he sunrise that she became aware of his voice again, dimly recognizing that she'd lost a part of the lyrics within her daydreaming. To make up for it, she listened again, enjoying the way his pitch flowed with the notes in perfect synchronization.
Sail
on silver girl
Sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All
your dreams are on their way
See how they shine
When you need
a friend
I'm sailing right behind
Like
a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a
bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
He stopped singing, easing her out of that warm reverie. His gentle smile was directed down at her, telling her silently to have hope. "Don't forget what I've told you today," he said quietly, right in her ear. It was then that she grasped the full meaning of his words, the words of the song. Raven glanced up with tears once again glazing her amethyst orbs.
"I'll never forget. As long as I live, Robin. I promise." And then, before the first traces of motion signaling the start of a fresh day, he brought her close and kissed her, sealing their pact of love.
"Hey guys," The familiar voice behind them held a hint of amusement, coupled with softness. They turned around.
"Beast Boy?" The enchantress barely recognized his speech, so different from the normal loud enthusiasm.
"Yeah." He smiled. "I just…well…wanted to tell you that I kind of heard you talking and figured you should know." He cast his eyes down. "I'm here for both of you and uh…I'll always be." Shocked silence. "I know it's more than you expect from me ever, but I just wanted to tell you." As he turned to go, he was stopped by two hands, each gripping one of his shoulders.
"Beast Boy…" Robin began. The changeling looked uncomfortable until he heard the rest of the sentence. "You big sap." Grinning, he was pulled into a rough embrace. Upon release, he saw a pair of violet moons trained on his face. The raised eyebrow and then,
"I didn't know you could go that deep."
"Aw Raven…" he said sheepishly. She smiled and slipped her arms around him, gracing his cheek with a light kiss.
"You're sweet." Robin nodded.
"And you got guts." He paused. "Thanks man. It means a lot." BB grinned again.
"I know I'm amazing. No need to thank me." A pillow shrouded in black hit him upside the head. "Hey!" The masked wonder laughed. His green friend picked up a cushion and threw it at the offending witch. She ducked, but not in time. "Gotcha."
"That's no way to treat a lady." When Beast Boy turned around, he was slammed with yet another soft object.
"That is so not fair."
"Of course it is," came the monotone.
"Okay, guys? Guys!" Thud.
It was a good thing Cyborg and Star could sleep through anything.
Okay. So I was making it all serious and stuff but then I decided that it was time for some comic relief. And who better to do it than Beast Boy? Besides the fact that I love Beast Boy…that's not the point. Originally he was just going to bust in and totally ruin the mood but I thought he should be sensitive for once. Anyway, please review and tell me what you think. Thanks.
xxRavenStar
