32 Productions Presents…

A Teen Titan Fan Fiction The Teen Titans in…

"Boom"

Chapter Two

Movie Theater: One Movie Later

Robin and Starfire exited the theater, chatting about the movie as people usually do. Starfire was basically letting loose a barrage of questions and Robin was answering them the best he could.

Starfire: And when the bizarre alien, who I once again insist is a real species, attempted to burrow through the man's cranium, why did it not just use the ear?

Robin: Because going through the skull is a messier act and therefore a crowd pleaser.

Starfire's face crinkled in disgust.

Starfire: I would not be pleased to see such an event.

Robin: Yeah, but it's just a special effect, you have to remember that.

Starfire: …ah…that makes more sense, thank you.

Before Starfire could ask another question, she bumped into someone. There was a "thud" as something in a box fell to the ground.

Boy: Aw, man…

Starfire's eyes widened and she immediately picked up the dropped package.

Starfire: I apologize, sir. I was so clumsy and…

She stopped when she saw the boy. She had to admit he was kind of…what was the word…cute. He smiled at her, making her face warm. Robin was feeling a bit hot himself, just not in the same sense. She handed the box to him wordlessly.

Boy: It's not a problem.

He shook the box.

Boy: See? Nothing broken. …hey, you're Starfire, aren't you?

Starfire: Uh…yes, that I am.

Boy: I always hoped I bump into a Titan when I came here. I just didn't think it would be so hard.

Starfire giggled. It wasn't particularly funny, just the way he said it. Robin was suddenly hit with an urge to break his nose. He put the box down and extended his hand. Having seen it before, she knew she was supposed to shake his hand and did so. To his credit, he didn't complain about how much it HURT!

Boy: My name's Michael Trevor. Nice to meet you.

Starfire: And it has been most nice to meet you as well!

Okay, that's enough. Robin cut in before he could say another word.

Robin: Yeah, nice to meet you. Star, we should get going.

Starfire turned to look at him, missing the dirty expression on Michael's face. That only made Robin want to hurt him even more, and he STILL wasn't sure why.

Starfire: But why? Surely we have time for making the chit-chat.

Robin: Never know when the alarm will go off. We have to be ready to go.

Starfire saw the logic in that…but…

Starfire: If we are already out here, then would we not be closer to the crime then we would be in the tower?

Michael: He's right, you know. You never know what kind of sickos are out there. You'd better go. Who knows, we might see each other later. We could go for a coffee or something.

Starfire: That would be most wonderful! …wait…what is c…?

Robin: …but it's highly unlikely we'll ever meet again. Bye.

Robin grabbed Starfire's hand, making her blush, and pulled her toward the R-cycle. Michael picked up the box as they sped off.

Michael: Maybe not as unlikely as you think, Boy Wonder.

He continued toward the Goth Corp. Building. It was the tallest in the city, after all. That suited his needs perfectly.

Titan Tower: Training Room

Shade came in and found the room completely changed. Raven had been very busy setting up scented candles and other relaxing items. All the equipment had been pushed aside.

Raven: Just in time. Sit down wherever you want.

Shade did as he was told. Raven lit the last candle and sat down across from him. She pointed to his sunglasses.

Raven: First, take those off. I dimmed the lights for a reason.

Shade: Wait…why?

Raven: Do you want to do this or not?

Actually Raven was rather curious to see what color eyes he had. There were other reasons, spiritual ones she didn't think he would understand, but the curiosity was there. Shade more then wanted her help, he needed it. He had the marks on his chest to prove it. He didn't like it, but he took his sunglasses off. His eyes were a dull gray color and his pupils were a darker gray rather then black. Well, if Raven had been expecting to be bedazzled by his eyes, she would have been sorely disappointed. She folded her legs into the meditative position.

Raven: Get into position.

Shade: Like this?

Raven: Not so tight. Relax.

Shade nodded and did as she was told. Meanwhile outside the door, Beast Boy and Cyborg were looking at each other with shocked faces. It seems they were misconstruing the dialog.

Beast Boy: (whisper) No way! They're actually doing it?

Cyborg: Shh!

Back inside Raven continued her lesson.

Raven: Alright. Nice and slow.

Raven took a deep breath through her nose and exhaled through her mouth. Shade did the same. Raven nodded.

Raven: Keep doing that. Now…

Raven paused. She gritted her teeth and turned toward the door.

Raven: (whisper) Hold on a second.

She got up and approached the door quietly. Suddenly she opened it and the pair of eavesdroppers tumbled into the room.

Raven: …having fun?

Beast Boy and Cyborg took note that both of them were clearly dressed and that Shade was sitting meditating style.

Cyborg: …ooooh. You're teaching him to meditate.

Raven raised an eyebrow and leaned down to where they were on the floor. When she spoke, her voice dripped with venom.

Raven: And what…pray you tell…did you think we were doing?

Beast Boy: Uh…hey, would you look at that? We've got something important to be doing somewhere else.

The pair got up and ran for it. Raven shut the door and sat back down.

Raven: Sorry about that. I had to get rid of a couple of rats.

Shade: It's okay.

Raven: Where was I?
Shade: You just showed me the breathing thing.

Raven: Ah. Okay…now…

Shade: …you didn't show all this to Starfire.

Raven was tempted to simply threaten to stop, but decided that he really needed this lesson.

Raven: Starfire joined me because she wanted to. You're doing this because you think you might have to. While I doubt this is your only option, I'm willing to help you.

Shade: …thanks.

Raven: Don't mention it. To be honest, the thought that I'm not the only one who has to do this is comforting.

Shade: Misery loves company.

Raven shrugged.

Raven: That's one way to look at it. Now…close your eyes and picture yourself floating in a vast sea of nothingness…

Main Room

Beast Boy and Cyborg were back to playing video games when Robin and Starfire returned. Starfire went off to use the restroom. They noticed that Robin was not looking too happy.

Cyborg: That bad a flick, huh?

Robin: What? No, it wasn't that. There was this guy there.

Beast Boy: Wouldn't stop talking?

Cyborg: Kept throwing popcorn?

Robin: Would you let me just finish!

Beast Boy and Cyborg looked surprised at his outburst. He took a deep breath and let it out, running his fingers through his heavily gelled hair.

Robin: Starfire bumped into him outside the theater. He was carrying this box and he dropped it. Starfire, being Starfire, helped him pick it up and he starts hitting on her!

Beast Boy: What he say? Bad pick up lines?

Robin: No, he thanked her and said he recognized her.

Cyborg shrugged.

Cyborg: Sounds like normal chatter to me, man.

Robin: Yeah, but it was HOW he said it. The guy was a total asshole, I swear.

Beast Boy: Or maybe you're just jealous.
Robin: Or maybe I'm just…wait…what? No way. You're crazy.

Before the argument could continue, the alarm went off. The others arrived as Cyborg started typing at the computer.

Shade: So much for relaxing…

Cyborg: We got a big problem. It's coming from the Goth Corp Building.

Robin: Let's go.

Goth Corp Rooftop

Michael stood there, the music blaring behind him. He finally had put on what was in his backpack. It was a rather dopey looking costume, white with purple curved lines. It was just a padded suit, really. Nothing special. The purple lines were supposed to be sound waves. He rubbed his chin as he looked around. He had to be sure…this was an art to him.

Michael: There…third floor…

He clenched his fists and thrust his arm out forward, opening them as he did. The third floor of the building he was looking at was hit with a massive sound wave. It collapsed in on itself, just like he hoped. If he had done it wrong, it would have tumbled over and spilled onto the streets. That would ruin it when the helicopters came with the cameras. He wanted a perfect overhead shot. If he did it right, maybe he could spell a message out with the rest of the buildings. He was leaning toward, "Bite me" but the traditional "Hi, Mom" was calling his name. The elevator bell sounded and he turned around. The Titans had taken the elevator…for some reason. Probably because it's funnier. Too bad it was somewhat…compact.

Starfire: Could someone please remove their elbow from my drednacks?

Beast Boy: I would, but Cyborg's fat ass is in the way.

Cyborg: Yo, my foot is about to be up YOUR ass in a second.

Michael sweatdropped as they finally managed to squeeze out of it. They stood up quickly.

Robin: Alright, it's over…MICHAEL TREVOR!

Starfire: But…you seemed so kind…

Michael: It's a gift. By the way, the name is Sonic. It just sounds better, given the situation, don't you think?

Beast Boy: Wow, he IS an asshole.

Sonic was about to reply when he laid eyes on Raven. He let out a wolf whistle. Raven's left eye twitched. Oh, that better have been directed at Starfire. …no wait, that was bad too.

Sonic: Well, hello there! You must be Raven. I have to say, you're more stunning in person.

Raven: Stop. I'm liable to faint…or vomit.

Sonic sputtered. That wasn't supposed to happen. Raven really did want to be sick. Did he really think she was going to swoon over him? After what he's done? Thank god that building was abandoned, but he had started with cars.

Robin: Give up now and we'll go easy on you.

Sonic: Well, that's one option. Here's another.

Sonic waved his arm and sent a sonic wave at them. They dodged it, Starfire taking to the air and bombarding him with starbolts. To her astonishment, he weaved past every one of them and fired a sonic blast (which is more condensed then a sonic wave) at her, knocking her out of the sky. She landed hard and remained still. Sonic stood over her, his fist shaking as he built up more sound waves.

Sonic: Looks like we won't be getting that coffee, eh babe?

Robin swung his staff at him, making him jump back. He bumped into Cyborg and spun around in time to be caught in a bear hug.

Cyborg: Not so tough now that you can't use your hands, are you?

Sonic struggled to get free, but Cyborg was too strong. His grip was starting to hurt and it took all his willpower not to scream. That thought gave him an idea. He opened his mouth and screamed, using what little air he still had in his lungs. It was enough to generate a noise loud enough that it made Cyborg drop to his knees, holding his head in agony. Sonic blasted him away, sending him into another building.

Raven: Azarath Mentrion Zinthos!

Raven tore the various outcroppings on the building (satellite dish and what not) and flung them at him. He sprinted toward her, dodging the debris. Raven stared wide eyed at the costumed boy suddenly in her face. Nobody should be able to do that…nobody but Robin anyway. Before she could react, he butted her with his head. She staggered back, a trickle of blood coming from her forehead, just above her charka stone. She tried to stay awake, but she pitched forward, everything going black.

Sonic: Well what do you know? You DID faint.

He was about to kiss her when suddenly he was clawed from behind. He hissed in pain as four sharp objects cut through his costume and into his flesh.

Shade: Don't you touch her!

Now that Sonic saw him coming, Shade couldn't get him again, though he tried. Sonic just kept dodging.

Sonic: You like her don't you? That's precious. A real beauty and the beast story. Could it be that you're the reason why she's not interested in me?

Sonic's taunting stopped as the shadows under him began to wrap around his legs.

Shade: I've got you!

He slashed at him again, but Sonic caught his arm.

Sonic: That's real cute, pal.

Sonic held out his palm and fired, sending Shade sprawling into the roof door. He fell flat with a groan. Beast Boy attacked in the form of a tiger. Sonic dodged it and stuck two fingers into his mouth, blowing. No sound seemed to come out, but Beast Boy started shifting into random animals. The ones that could hold move their hand/paws enough, held its ears in agony. A blue beam hit Sonic in the back, interrupting him. To Cyborg's great surprise, the beam had no affect at all. He turned toward Cyborg, who was sticking out of the hole he put into the building.

Sonic: I can't believe you did that. What have I been throwing at you guys all this time? Silly putty?

Robin attacked again, kicking him across the face. Sonic staggered back and tried to fire another blast. Robin punched him, throwing his aim off completely and he fired skyward. Sonic kicked at him, but Robin ducked underneath it, driving his palm into Sonic's chin. Sonic swung with a right hook, but Robin flipped over him, kicking off his back. Sonic clenched his teeth in rage. Nobody was as fast as him! Nobody! Still, he couldn't lay a hand on Robin…'cuz Robin has the skillz. Skillz what pay the billz. Despite the billz paying skillz Sonic was stillz standing. In fact, it was like Robin's blows weren't doing anything at all. Suddenly it hit Robin like a ton of bricks.

Sonic: (flashbacky) I can't believe you did that. What have I been throwing at you guys all this time? Silly putty?

It made sense! Now that he thought about it, the cuts on his back were gone! Robin flung birdarangs at the stereo system. It exploded, silencing the booming music.

Sonic: …oh crap.

Robin: Not invincible now, are you? Not without any sound waves to absorb.

Sonic backed away. This whole thing was going downhill.

Robin: In fact, I bet you can't even produce sound waves. I bet you needed that music to have something to shoot.

Sonic pointed his palm at the roof.

Sonic: Close, but not quite.

Sonic fired at the roof surface. Robin swore and flung a freeze disc at the ground. It would help it hold for a little while longer. He turned back to Sonic and saw him jump off the roof. There was no time to save him…he had to help his friends. Besides, Sonic wasn't suicidal. He probably had a plan of some sort…he hoped. He managed to wake up Raven and she helped him carry the others to the next building. Down on the streets, Sonic limped away, cursing his stupidity. He had managed to slow his descent down like he planned, but he didn't have enough sonic waves left to do it so he wasn't hurt at all. He was bleeding and he was sure his ankle was broken. The Titans came down after him.

Robin: He's got to be here somewhere!

Shade sniffed the air.

Shade: This way.

Starfire: Are you certain?

Shade: He's bleeding. I know exactly where he is…and that he needs more iron in his diet.

Sonic opened the door to…some building or another and ducked inside. He didn't care WHERE it was as long as it hid him from…

Robin: Going somewhere?

Sonic groaned and held up his hands.

Sonic: Alright I give. Nothing else I can do. I'll just get out later anyway.

They slapped the cuffs on him and started to lead him out. …Robin has handcuffs, right? I think he does…Batman does. I dunno. Anyway, he made eye contact with Raven, much to her disgust.

Sonic: I'll be looking forward to seeing YOU again, babe.

Raven: Oh, be still my pounding heart.

Sonic frowned. That REALLY never happened before…

Titan Tower: Main Room

Thought it was getting late, Raven wanted to finish one more chapter of her book before turning in for the night. That's when she felt eyes on her. Turning she noticed Starfire crouching behind the couch, staring at her. This freaked her out more then anything…not that she showed it.

Raven: …what are you doing?

Starfire: …thinking of how to gain your attention without startling you, as it happens so many times when you read the novels of horror.

Raven: …well, you got it. You want something?

Starfire: I have a question.

Raven sighed and closed her book.

Raven: Alright, let's hear it.

Starfire: When I first met Sonic, he was most kind. He could easily be a…what is the term…"good guy" if he wished, having no obvious abnormalities to be judged by. Yet not only was he not the "good guy" but he relished in wanton destruction. Why is this?

Raven sighed again. That was a tough question. Why couldn't it have been about peanuts again? Those were easy.

Raven: Starfire, if people knew the answer to that, many of life's problems would be solved. All I can say is that you can't judge someone by their cover. Sonic is a psychopath, if my brief study of psychological disorders serves me right. He views other people as things to be used and thrown away for his own benefit. He doesn't care what happens to others, so long as he enjoys himself.

Raven held up her hand and the case to a video game floated over to it.

Raven: When the average person wants to blow something up, they tend to reach for one of these. This mindless drivel DOES serve to let you release pent up aggression without consequence, at the cost of brain cells anyway. Sonic, however, views life as a game. Blow up a building. A thousand points. Destroy a car. Five hundred points. You see what I'm saying?

Starfire: …I believe so.

Raven: …what am I saying?

Starfire: …he's a berklen-dorg.

Raven shrugged.

Raven: Sure, why not. All I'm saying is some people don't need a reason to do what they do. There doesn't have to be a troubling past to make somebody a killer. Sometimes they're just born that way.

Raven winced mentally as the words left her mouth. That was a little closer to home then she wanted.

Starfire: I understand. Thank you, Raven.

Raven: Uh huh.

Raven went back to reading and Starfire went off to bed.

Jail

Sonic crouched in the corner of his cell. He had a helmet over his head that prevented all forms of sound from reaching his ears. That was okay, though. They mistakenly thought he had to HEAR the sounds to use them. That wasn't true. It made it easier to use them, yes, but he didn't NEED to hear them. In time he would have enough power to blast free…in time.

THE END