A/N: No secret, I hate posting short chapters, but I needed to share a message and I don't like those chapters that aren't really chapters, but just author's notes. So short chapter here and this message.

As I mentioned in the last author's note, I wanted the story to alternate more between the past of Artemis growing with the league and her time with the Young Justice team, but I think I'm going to hold off on that until I either bite the bullet and get the DC streaming site or find it elsewhere. The message here is pretty much just letting you guys know that this story will focus more on the build up to her going to join YJ instead of it alternating like I originally planned. Apologies to those who wanted to see the back and forth and congrats to those who weren't a fan of the idea. Either way, hope you guys enjoy this little jump to see that Artemis in the future is just fine. However leading up this is not going to be the best of experiences for her, a lot of good and a whole lot of bad.

Summary: Artemis Crock, sister to the notorious assassin Cheshire, daughter of the ruthless Sportsmaster and merciless Huntress. She was raised in the League of Shadows, groomed to become the killers like her relatives, but she didn't want that, not really. When the Justice League catches her, the Green Arrow offers her something she can't refuse. A chance at freedom. AU.

Chapter Twelve (Years later)

"This is stupid."

"It's just an introduction video Art, just do it."

Artemis groaned in her mattress. Apparently someone thought video logging would be a good idea for all members of Justice League, specifically the junior members, to do after their missions and other assignments. They were supposed to do two of them actually, one was the mission report where they strictly talk about the mission, what happened, who was there, what they did, if they were successful, etc. etc. That part didn't bother Artemis at all, she thought it was a good idea. However it was the second video that was annoying.

The second video was meant to be more personal and reflective on the mission, how the individual was feeling based off what they had seen and done. Every member who had a 'sidekick' or mentee was pushing for them to do it. Most just did it to keep their mentor off their back, a handful were actually invested in it. Green Arrow certainly liked the idea and pushed it onto his sidekicks as well. He claimed it would be therapeutic for them.

Robin had been an advocate for it, which Artemis had been surprised by. She didn't think it was something he would go for, but Robin seemed interested in it while Batman had been silent on it, claiming there were more important things to be concerned about that 'journaling' which Artemis agreed with. Most people were afraid to go against Batman, even the leaguers considered his friends, but the original founding members could get away with pushing their agenda's and Batman usually let them. This was something small, so he didn't particularly care for it until Robin became invested.

Originally everyone just did it after missions, mostly to reflect on it and what happened, but never did introductions which is where Robin played a large part in along with Oliver who was backing him up. Roy ended up being suckered into it as well though he had yet to do his own introductory video. When Oliver learned that they hadn't done an introduction video, he all but demanded that they do it as soon as possible much to Artemis' annoyance.

Roy swiveled his chair around to look at Artemis on her bed with a pointed look, "Granted it's cliche and kind of lame, but necessary just the same. Come on, just do it for dear ole dad's sake."

Artemis scoffed, but a genuine smile formed on her face, "Isn't he worried that it will get hacked or something and then our identities are compromised? You know, that is something we have to be concerned about and these videos put us at risk."

"Well that's unfortunate Thea Queen, ridiculous name by the way," Roy said grinning.

Artemis rolled her eyes. There were too many names to her, it was becoming harder to keep track of. However Thea Queen was a personal favorite of hers. The alias was the adopted daughter of Oliver and Dinah Queen and heir to Queen Industries. That had been decided in secret that Artemis would inherit the company, much to her surprise and excitement considering she figured it would go to Roy.

When she heard the news roughly three months ago, she had been overjoyed. Even though she never considered herself going to the business field of life, she had to admit the more Oliver told her about the corporate world, the more interested in it she became. Of course she could change her mind, Oliver made that incredibly clear that she wasn't locked into this which she appreciated. It was the same thing he had told Roy when he was officially adopted.

Roy wanted nothing to do with Queen Industries, absolutely basically denounced his claim to the throne, at least that was how Artemis liked to think of it. The prince didn't want to be king so his sister would be Queen. Roy found that comparison ridiculous.

"Well, it's better than being called Speedy," Artemis replied snickering.

Roy groaned, "What a dumb name. Speedy should have been KF's name instead."

"It would have made more sense," Artemis said with a nod, "I have to say I like mine though."

"I'm annoyed that your sidekick name is Artemis, that is your real name," Roy remarked bitterly.

Artemis could only smile, "Yeah well if people find out my secret identity, they will think my name is Thea instead. Artemis Crock is a forgotten memory."

"Funny how she's actually sitting across from me," Roy said, he turned his chair around, "From the top please. Recording."

Artemis groaned into her pillow before sitting up, "Fine, fine… Hello there stupid video log. My name is Thea Queen, formerly known as Artemis Crock. I used to be the heir to the League of Shadows, the daughter of Sportsmaster and Huntress. Now I am the adopted daughter of Oliver and Dinah Queen, heir to Queen Industries and one day will take the mantle of Green Arrow after Roy Harper-"

"Wait, no start again," Roy said interrupting her.

"Are you serious, why," Artemis asked sliding off the bed.

"Because I'm not taking up the mantle of Green Arrow unless I absolutely have to," Roy said simply, "I told you, I'm going to become Red Arrow and you'll be Green Arrow."

Artemis chuckled, "Right and we'll be the Christmas arrows."

"At least in winter we'll be in season," Roy commented, "Now again, from the top."

"Isn't it dangerous to use our secret identities in this video," Artemis asked with a frown, "No one knows mine or Robin's."

Roy looked at her thoughtfully for a minute, "Well the only ones who will see this video are the original members and they already know you so it should be fine. Again, from the top please."

Artemis shook her head, "No way dude. You have to meet Oliver soon for a mission. Besides, today is the big day you get to see the Justice League headquarters, the next step to becoming Official members. Aren't you the least bit excited about that?"

"I'm actually offended they didn't invite you," Roy said with a frown ignoring her question.

Artemis looked down at the charm bracelet that Gotham knight had given her those years ago. Even though it had been deactivated for awhile now, she never took it off. It was the next best thing she had to hold onto since Cheshire still had her arrow necklace. A pain went through her heart at the thought of her older sister, the next heir to the League of Shadows.

It didn't bother Artemis that she no longer held that title, but that Jade would actually take it. After all, her sister hated the Shadows and didn't actually want to be involved with them in such a big way. She knew something must have happened, but could never ask.

Over the years since Artemis was brought to the Justice League, she asked, begged and pleaded with the members to allow her a chance to tell Jade the truth, but each time she was denied. Artemis knew if she wanted to send a message to Jade on her own, she could have. The problem there was whether or not Jade would tell anyone else that information. Even though Artemis was certain that Jade would keep the secret, she had to wonder that it may not be true anymore. Jade swore she would take on any title in the Shadows and now, now she was their heir. Not to mention her time in the criminal arena had near tripled since Artemis' death.

Artemis hated it, she wished her sister was here.

She looked back at Roy remembering the original point of the conversation.

Oliver wasn't inviting her to take the next step to becoming an official member by bringing her to the watch tower, considering it was the fake one. Roy assumed they would go to the Hall of Justice then to the watchtower, but Artemis knew that wasn't the case. No one else besides official members knew it's location, except Artemis who had been a prisoner there. Oliver and Dinah decided against including her because it wouldn't matter, she already knew her place here and where she would go. If anything, this was a publicity stunt.

"I'm okay with it," Artemis said finding Roy's gaze, "I have a home here and that's enough for me."

Roy put his hand on her shoulder, "Always little sister."

It was funny thing time, to see how far they had come and how close they were too each other now. The beginning of their relationship had started out in a less than pleasant way, but now they were close as real siblings and friends. Roy still remembered his first impression of her and compared it to the girl he knew now. During her first days, weeks here even, he despised her and wanted her gone, but now, he couldn't imagine having a better sister and friend.

They had been through so much since she came here as a twelve, barely thirteen year old kid. Now here she was, sixteen and the strongest she had ever been which filled Roy with more pride than he could ever admit to her face. After all, he still had a reputation to up hold and couldn't have anyone thinking he'd gone soft.

"You've grown up a lot in good ways, I'm proud of you," Roy said grinning.

Artemis fake coughed, "I'm allergic to mushiness."

Roy shoved her playfully, "Whatever. I'll see you and Dinah later for pizza night."

Artemis nodded, "Have fun out there. Tell Robin I said hi."

"Awe, no message for Aqualad or KF," Roy asked, his tone a mix between teasing and serious.

The teasing was meant for the reference to KF. Out of everyone, she seemed to hate him or at least strongly dislike him for no apparent reason. Well that wasn't entirely true considering Kid Flash could be immature and didin't understand the concept of being serious majority of the time, unless the situation was extremely dire or matters regarding life and death. Roy figured that might have been why Artemis didn't like interacting with him. He knew KF wasn't her biggest fan either considering how serious she took everything with wise cracks mixed in.

Then there was the issue with Aqualad that was incredibly difficult for Artemis to talk about or deal with. A year or so after her arrival, when she officially became a side kick to Green Arrow, she had her first encounter with Aqualad. He reminded her of someone she lost, a close friend of hers and someone she had even looked up only for him to be killed at a too young age. However that wasn't entirely true, she didn't know this, but ROy couldn't tell her. He promised his friend.

Artemis shrugged, "You can tell them each I said hi if you really want to. Now get out of here, you're already late as it is. Today is the day."

Roy nodded, he wouldn't press, "It is. I'll see you later."

Artemis watched him go with a somber expression. She hoped everything would go well for him and the others today, but for some reason she had a bad feeling. Though she quickly shook it from her mind, everything would be just fine and she would hear Roy talk all about it tonight over pizza and movie.

It was still fairly early in the day, all of her homework had been completed, so she wasn't sure exactly what she should do with her time. Though her grey eyes found the camera Roy had set up still in place.

Artemis sighed, she set up the camera again and hit record, "Well, here's another go at it. I hope you're happy about this Robin and Green Arrow, cause I'm not. Anyway, here goes nothing..."