This is LuisJM, giving you the prequel to Nightfire. Sorry it took so long updating, but I was on a trip in Atlantis in the Bahamas for a week and I can't use the Internet there because it's too expensive. But now I'm back and ready to get this puppy going. Since everyone loved my story, "Nightfire", so much I thought it would be nice if I give you how Nightfire came to be. From the death of Robin, to the birth of Nightfire, straight down to the mission of saving her father. There could be some surprises during the story and a lot of turns on the way. So you better read to find out.

Chapter Notes

Even though the story says general means that it can be action, romance, comedy, and tragedy. They didn't have various on the category, so I had to keep it as a general for specific reasons. Like I said on the last story, this is going to be a little different. So brace yourselves. Another thing is that I'm writing another story called, "Doomed Titans". So the updates are going to be a little slower now, so please be patient. I even put an age gage for the Titans for when a chapter goes further to the future; the Titans and their kids grow older. Here's a sample.

Titans Age

Robin-17
Starfire-18
Cyborg-20
Raven-17
Beast Boy-16
Terra-16
LM-20

Disclaimer: I don't own the Teen Titans.

Enjoy the prequel!

Nightfire's Origins

Chapter 1: The Carnival of Love

It's yet another peaceful day at Titans Tower in Jump City. The Titans were in the living room relaxing as always. Cyborg and Beast Boy was playing F-Zero, Raven was reading one of her horror novels in her usual spot, Starfire and Terra was at the kitchen table trying a new color of nail polish, LM was sitting next to Raven putting apart and putting together a few weapons, and Robin was listening to some music on his boom box. Everything was fine until Beast Boy put away his controller after losing to Cyborg, again.

Beast Boy: "Man, I'm bored! There's nothing to do around here!"

Raven: "I hate to say this but, Beast Boy's right. We've been doing the same thing almost everyday."

LM: "Yeah and with no crime being committed for the past few days, things have been quiet around here. We really need some excitement."

Robin: "You guys are right; we need to do something about this. And I got just the thing to cheer us up. A road trip!"

Starfire: "But Robin, where will we go to do the hanging out?"

The team pondered about this when Terra has an idea.

Terra: "I got it!"

She turned her head to Beast Boy with a smile across her face.

Terra: "Beast Boy, remember that amusement park we went to last time?"

The changeling looked at her, surprised that she wants to come back to that place after what transpired there.

Beast Boy: "You mean the same amusement park we've been on our first date?"

Terra: "Yeah, that one. Maybe our friends would like to go with us this time."

Beast Boy: "I don't know Terra. Remember what happened the last time we were there?"

Terra: "I know, I know, brings back bad memories. But still, we could show them the place and go on a few rides while we're at it. C'mon BB, just this once."

Beast Boy just looked into Terra's glittering blue eyes and could tell that he can trust her, at least for one more time.

Beast Boy: "O.K. Terra if you wana go that bad, we'll go. Let's hope Slade doesn't make another encore performance."

Robin: "Then its settles. Today we'll go to the park. Let's all freshen up for half an hour and then we'll get going."

The team nodded as they head to their rooms to get ready for their trip.

The day at the amusement park, the Titans split up to do their own thing. Cyborg, Terra, and Beast Boy were going on the rides, LM and Raven went to the arcade where LM's showing Raven how to shot some bad guys on Time Crisis 3, and Robin and Starfire were at the midway section getting some prizes.

Starfire: "So the object of this game is to throw the ball to the three empty bottles and if I hit them, I will get a prize?"

Robin: "Of course Star, it's a simple game of skill. Try it out, you'll win something."

Starfire picked up the first ball then looked directly at the three empty bottles. She threw the ball only to miss them all by an inch. She then picked up the second ball and threw it at the bottles, only to hit the stand employee by mistake. Starfire put her hands on her mouth as she realized she made a mistake.

Starfire: "Sorry, I didn't mean to hit you. Please forgive me."

The employee looked at Starfire with a stern look.

Midway Employee: "Just throw the last ball and get it over with."

Starfire looked at the last ball and was a little nervous about what would happen if she throws it. Robin notices it and decides to help out.

Robin: "Here Star, let me help you."

Robin grabbed Star's arm and showed her how to properly throw a ball. After a few attempts, she's ready to throw the last ball.

Robin: "O.K. Starfire, you're ready to go?"

Starfire nodded as she looked at the bottles and was ready for it. She then threw the ball the way Robin showed her and this time, it hit all three bottles.

Midway Employee: "The winner!"

Starfire jumped up and down with total glee as she won.

Starfire: "I am victorious!"

The employee then gave Starfire a big plush teddy bear. Starfire smiled when she saw the doll's cutest expression.

Starfire: "What an adoring fluffy creature. I should call you Grop Grop."

Starfire then hugged the doll and it made a squeaky noise. Starfire gasped when she heard the doll.

Starfire: "It sings!"

Robin: "Yeah, it kind of does that when you squeeze it too hard. Let's go."

Both Robin and Starfire left the Midway and walked down a path, looking for something to ride.

Robin: "So, what do you wana ride on? the Atmosfear, the Gravitron, the Inverter, or the Sea Serpent roller coaster?"

Starfire: "Actually Robin, I want to go on a ride that doesn't involve the vomiting of grossed out liquids. Like that one."

Robin looked at where Starfire was pointing was the Tunnel of Love boat ride. Robin rolled his eyes upward behind his mask.

Robin: "Uh… I don't know Star; I don't think that's a ride for someone with a thrill for danger."

Starfire: "But I want to go on this ride, it's so beautiful and wondrous. Please? Just this once?"

Robin looked at the ride, and then looked at Starfire that had those sweet innocent eyes that made him smile.

Robin: "Sure thing Star, just for you."

Starfire: "Hooray!"

Starfire lifted off the ground, grabbed Robin by the arm, and they flew to one of the vacant gondola. A Carney dressed up in a flashy suit approached the two Titans.

Carney: "Please stay seated throughout the ride and make sure to keep your arms, legs, and um… capes inside the gondola at all times."

The gondola containing Starfire and Robin left its docking area and went through the heart shaped entrance. Once they were in, they were surrounded by romantic backgrounds filled with miniature robotic people and animals, cupids flying around on strings, romantic music and singing that can drive a calm person insane. Starfire looked and sighed at the scenery and was fascinated about it while Robin sat there and was bored out of his mind.

Starfire: "What a charming miniature spectacle! What believable simulated scenery! What joyous high-pitched singing!"

Robin: "What creepy looking dolls."

Robin then looked at one of the scene which was wedding taking place in a chapel where a bride and groom are about to saw their "I dos". He then imagined himself and Starfire on that chapel with Robin wearing a suit from his prom and Starfire wearing a Tamaranean wedding dress. He can picture their faces getting close to one another, ready to seal their relationship forever. Just as they were about to kiss, Starfire shook Robin to wake up, disturbing his dream.

Starfire: "Robin, awaken. The ride is over."

Robin: "Huh…"

Robin looked around and noticed they were back at the docking area.

Robin: "Oh right. Sorry Star, I guess I had my head in the clouds."

Starfire: "Funny, you're head didn't sprout wings, detached from your body, and flying off to the clouds."

Robin laughed a little about that comment and the two got off the gondola and proceeded to walk down the path to all the carnival rides. Starfire was still hugging her new teddy bear, Grop Grop as she looked at the stars shining down on the amusement park.

Starfire: "Robin, it's so nice of you to take me to this place. The flashing lights and wonderful music are quite enjoyable."

Robin: "Thanks; I knew you would enjoy it. But you should thank Beast Boy and Terra for picking this circus in the first place."

Starfire: "Robin, I was wondering. Why did you pick me to go with you instead of the others?"

Robin: "Well you know, I thought it was best that you and I could get some quality time together. Besides, you don't want to ruin the others fun and annoy Raven so much?"

Starfire: "Good point. But still, I think there's a real reason why you want to be with me but you couldn't say it."

Robin stopped and thought about it for the moment.

Robin: "She's right for once, I am hiding something from her and she want to know what. I guess now's a good time to tell her the truth now that we're alone. It's now or never."

Starfire: "Robin?"

Robin looked at Starfire standing in front of him, looking worried.

Starfire: "You seem quiet all of a sudden. Is something wrong?"

Robin knew now is the time to talk to her as he took a deep breath and walked towards her.

Robin: "Nothing's wrong Star. You see, the truth is that-"

Suddenly Robin tripped on a rock and then fell. Starfire was able to catch him but she fell after she grabbed him. They both landed and piled on the ground with Star's teddy bear next to them. People around the two Titans approached them to see what happened only to notice something they won't expect before. For on the ground was Robin and Starfire in an awkward position and their lips were pressed on to each other. They starred at each other with eyes filled with complete shock and surprise. People were around them taking pictures at this once in a lifetime opportunity. The two were like that for just a few seconds until they let go of the hold and were kneeling. They looked at each other again and didn't know what to say until Starfire started to say something.

Starfire: "Robin… Did you just…"

Robin was speechless as he can only hear his heart beating really fast. This was the second time Starfire kissed him and the first time was when she learned the Earth language through her native tongue. He then looked around and saw everyone watching the two Titans. He quickly looked at Starfire and said something quick.

Robin: "I didn't mean to Starfire. I'm so sorry."

He then ran away pushing the people out of the way. Starfire looked at Robin disappearing in the crowed, not knowing what just happened. The rest of the team arrived when they noticed a group of people looking at something. The only thing they saw was Starfire looking kind of confused.

Cyborg: "Starfire, what happened?"

Starfire looked at her friends and noticed the concern looks on their faces. She wanted to say something but she's afraid what their reactions will be.

Starfire: "I… I got to go!"

Starfire flew up in the air, away from anyone. The rest of the Titans looked up at the flying Tamaranean with blank expressions on their faces.

Beast Boy: "O.K., weird…"

Starfire hovered over the amusement park looking for Robin. She then found a red motorcycle leaving the parking lot and entering the main road. She could tell that from a far away view that it's Robin driving his R-Cycle and she knows where he's going. She quickly flew after him, making sure he doesn't see her coming in the air.
The night sky was shining with stars and the moon above Titans Tower. Inside Robin's room, Robin was punching and kicking on the punch bag, getting all the aggravation out of his system.

Robin: "How could you be so stupid? You got a chance to talk to Starfire about how you feel. And then you tripped and fall on top of her and kissed her by accident. Man you are such an asshole!"

He then did a few hard punches and kicks to the bag then give it a rest. He was heavily panting while sweat was coming down his face. He then approached the window and looked at the bright lights of the city.

Robin: "Why is it then whenever I want to talk to Starfire I always screw it all up? Why is it that when you are about to admit to someone that you love her, something else always come up. Why is it that I'm always bottled up and couldn't let it all go?"

Robin then put his hands on his mask and peeled it off, revealing his sky blue eyes. He then looked at his mask and asked it a question.

Robin: "Sometimes Tim, I wonder why did you become a superhero in the first place? Is it all about the fame, the glory, or is it deep down inside you really want to say to a certain Titan that you love her."

Starfire: "Robin?"

Robin turned around and was surprised to see Starfire at his front door.

Robin: "Starfire!"

He was about to put on his mask when Starfire stopped him there.

Starfire: "Please, don't put on your mask. I like you better that way."

She then entered the room but stopped close from his bed.

Robin: "Starfire, how long have you been there for?"

Starfire: "First, forgive my intrusion but your door was opened. And second, I wish to apologize about what happened back at the park of amusement."

Robin: "Don't worry Star; it was my fault for falling on you in the first place. Let's just forget about the subject."

Starfire: "Agreed, it's best to forget about it then reliving it. Now who is this Tim you speak of?"

Robin walked to Starfire carrying his mask in his hands.

Robin: "That's my name."

Starfire: "What? But your name is Robin."

Robin: "No Star, it's not. You see my real name is Timothy Drake, my hero name is Robin."

Robin then sat on his bed with his head down.

Starfire: "I do not understand. How can you be Robin and Tim at the same time?"

Robin just sighed, trying to reason with the Tamaranean.

Robin: "Star, I don't know how to say this but I'll make it clear for you to understand. You see, I was a young kid growing up in Gotham, but never had a family to love. My mother vanished when I was five, and I never heard from her ever since and my dad was a hoodlum who steals money from one of the most deadliest criminals up to date, Two-Face. My dad skipped town to save himself and leaved me behind with his whereabouts. So I lived on my own, surviving by being brave and tough. But when I turned thirteen, Two-Face's men caught me and took me in. Two-Face wanted me to confess about where my dad was hiding and he was going to kill me. That was until Batman saved my life and put Two-Face in jail. He was so impressed on my bravery that he took me under his wing and I became the new Robin, replacing the old Robin who was Dick Grayson. For four years I tag with Batman and become more stronger and tougher then the old Robin, so I can prove to be more of a hero. But where I was wasn't enough for me. So I moved out of Gotham and into Jump City to do the solo superhero thing. But that's when you, Cyborg, Beast Boy, and Raven came into the picture and we form the Teen Titans."

Starfire: "Robin, I never knew you had a tough past."

Robin: "Well now you know. Ever since I became the leader of my own team, I kept my past as a secret. If any of you guys know about this, you will never forgive me. Besides, you won't understand how it feels like to be different from the rest."

Robin's eyes started to tear; trying not to remember the past he carries on his back. Starfire notices it and sat next him on his bed.

Starfire: "Robin, I could truly understand how you feel. When I was small, I was forbidden to leave the palace walls until I come of age. I never had any real friends and go out to enjoy Tamaran. Most of my days, I would stare off into space and imagine what other worlds are like. And sometimes, I wished that I would explore one of their worlds and experience their customs. So when I turned sixteen, I left Tamaran and headed to Earth cause I heard Earth had many wonderful things there. When I landed on Earth and was attacked by those evil people, you came and saved my life. And when you offer me a hand, you were the first person that cared about me."

Robin: "Gee Star, I never thought about-"

Starfire put his on Robin's lip, hushing him to stop.

Starfire: "Don't think Robin, just ask me this question. Do you really love me?"

The Boy Wonder was shocked at the question she asked, as his cheeks were blushing rosy red.

Robin: "Love? Why do you ask that question?"

Starfire: "Because Robin, I am the one that loves you. You see when you saved me; I felt a strange connection to you. You are different from any male Tamaran or any prince in the galaxy. Everyday when I'm in my room, I always think about you with that loving smile and courageous attitude. And on Tamaran when I was going to marry the Glgrdsklechhh, I pretended that you were next to me instead of that creepy, slimy, Blogershruth my sister forced me to wed. I tried to keep my love for you a secret, so I won't let you do the bugging out. But tonight, when you fell on top of me and kissed me, I felt completely different about you. So I want to know if you love me or not?"

Robin was still blushing when he heard every word that came out of Starfire's mouth. He shook off the redness on his face and decided to talk about it.

Robin: "Well Star, of course I love you. I love every little thing about you from your crimson red hair that shines in the sun to your emerald green eyes that glows in the night. I wanted to say this to you sooner but-"

Robin looked at the one of the walls that was littered with newspaper clippings that said about the Teen Titans and some that discuss about Slade's crimes.

Robin: "I always have a responsibility here. To protect this city and prevent anyone from causing chaos. As you can see, I always put work ahead of my friends and I never have the chance to get in touch with anyone. But I'm also afraid that if our enemies found out we're in love, then they won't rest until they find a way stop me through you Star. So you can tell that it's impossible for me to say, "I love you."

Starfire realized how it felt not to risk hurting friends. She remembered the time that Robin became Slade's apprentice and could tell that when they were facing each other, pointing both a star bolt and a blaster at each other, it can hurt each other's feelings if they fire on one another. It was then that an idea came out of her head. Starfire placed her hand on Robin's chin and made him turn his head to look at her.

Starfire: "Then if you don't tell me about it, then maybe you can show me."

Robin looked deep into Star's face and could tell that she that mischievous grin that was similar to her older sister, Blackfire. They starred at each other's eyes unaware that their faces were getting close to one another. Then without hesitation, they pressed each other in the lips, giving each other a warm, soft, passionate kiss. It was quite normal at first but then they deepened it as they shared this moment together. Their minds tried to tell them to stop, but their thoughts melted as their hearts took control over their bodies. They continued kissing when Starfire wrapped her arms around Robin's neck and Robin wrapping his arms around her waist. They then let go of the kiss and looked each other lovingly in the eyes.

Robin: "I love you Starfire."

Starfire: "And I love you Robin."

They once again kissed each other and lay on Robin's bed. Robin clapped his hands and the lights just got turned off automatically. They spend the night together on the bed, taking their relationship to the next level.

And that's the end of chapter 1. That's just the love part of the story. On the next chapter, it's going to be a tragedy, and you know what I mean. Please Review.