32 Productions Presents…
A Teen Titan Fan Fiction The Teen Titans in…"Brotherly Love"
Chapter Two
One Roll Call Later…
The Titans gathered in the main room. Shade had an ice pack on his head and was glaring at Geoforce. Beast Boy was mourning the loss of his story plots and cursing himself for not making copies. Raven had grease on her face and hands. Terra sighed and stood before everybody.
Terra: …okay. Confession time. This is my half brother Brian Markov. He's…uh…the prince of Markovia, which is a small kingdom in Europe.
Cyborg: Wait a sec…you're a princess! How many princesses do we HAVE on this team?
The Titans looked at Raven. She shrugged.
Raven: Not to my knowledge…excuse me while I wash my hands.
Raven went over to the sink to wash up. Terra continued.
Terra: See, I was kicked out of Markovia because I couldn't control my powers. I was deemed a threat, and rightly so. That's how I wound up on the move. After making it to America, it was only a little while later that I met you all. Well…you know what happened after that…
Geoforce: But I don't.
Terra groaned.
Terra: Please, Brian. I don't want to talk about it. I don't even want to think about it. I made some terrible mistakes, betrayed my friends, and paid the price. I don't want to go any further then that.
Geoforce was silent for a moment.
Robin: …so why don't you tell us what you're doing here?
Geoforce: …I'm taking Tara home.
There was stunned silence for a moment. Surprisingly, it was Raven who ruined the dramatic moment.
Raven: …hey, what are all these papers doing in the garbage disposal?
Shade: Oh…crap.
Beast Boy: Hey, whoa! You can't just take her!
Geoforce: Markovia needs her.
Beast Boy: WE need her!
Terra was silent as the pair argued. She didn't want to leave the Titans. On the other hand…going home was something she used to dream about when she lived in the wilderness. But…oh man, this was hard.
Geoforce: If you really cared about her, this wouldn't have happened!
That was it. Beast Boy slugged him, hard. No shape shifting, no nothing. He was just too angry to do it. Unfortunately…Beast Boy isn't the strongest of people and he just hit somebody with super strength. Geoforce barely moved.
Terra: …I'll go.
For what felt like the seventh time today, the Titans were stunned into silence. Terra smiled sadly.
Terra: Don't get me wrong. I don't want to leave you guys…it's just…I have a job to do, you know? Markovia was never the strongest of countries…if I can help them…don't I have to? Isn't that what being a superhero is?
Beast Boy: But…but Terra…what about…us?
Terra squeezed him lightly (for her anyway) and kissed his cheek.
Terra: I'm sorry, Gar. I don't have a choice, don't you see that? This isn't about me…or us. It's about the people of Markovia. Remember how you felt when we met up with Doom Patrol? You felt it was your responsibility to go with them. That's how I feel now. Can you understand that?
Beast Boy nodded. He wasn't sure whether he wanted to cry or scream.
Beast Boy: …doesn't mean I have to like it.
Terra sighed and punched his arm lightly.
Terra: I know.
Outside Tower: After Packing
Geoforce sweatdropped at the size of Terra's luggage. Terra strained as she wheeled it outside. Given her strength level, that meant it was pretty damn heavy.
Geoforce: Did you pack your entire room?
Terra: Fitting the bed was the hardest part.
Geoforce stared, jaw hanging open.
Terra: I'm kidding. Jeez, Brian, lighten up.
Geoforce: (clearing throat) I knew that.
The Titans were outside to wish her good bye…all except Beast Boy who just couldn't do it. Terra stopped and stood in front of them, rubbing her arm nervously.
Terra: …so…I guess this goodbye.
She stood in front of Starfire.
Terra: Star, living with you was an unforgettable experience.
Starfire gripped her in a massive tearful hug.
Starfire: Terra, I shall miss you dearly!
Terra: S…Star…I would really like to still be in one piece when I leave.
Starfire let her go and sighed. Terra moved on to Cyborg and stuck out her fist.
Terra: I'll miss your booming voice, big guy. Say it one more time for me.
Cyborg smiled sadly and tapped the top of her fist with his and she returned it in kind.
Cyborg: Booyah.
Terra: Thanks, Cy.
She moved over to Shade. Shade had his hands in his pockets and was trying his best to look bored.
Terra: Take it easy on Gar, would you Shade?
Shade: …
For a moment it looked like Shade wasn't going to talk. She got ready to move on.
Shade: …take care, Terra. Write or something, huh?
Terra punched his arm.
Terra: Ha! I knew you cared! I'll do that little thing.
Terra moved on. As soon as she turned away, Shade rubbed where she had punched him, looking like it hurt. Raven had her hood up. Terra crossed her arms.
Terra: We never did get along too well after I came back, did we?
Raven: …well enough.
Terra: …for what it's worth, Raven, I'm sorry for all the trouble me and Gar caused you.
Raven: …you'd do it again in a heartbeat.
Terra: …
Terra burst out laughing.
Terra: Damn right I would. That was funny as hell!
Raven: The tower won't be the same without you.
Terra: But is that a bad thing to you?
Raven held out her hand. Terra stared at it for a moment before taking it.
Raven: I still think you're a bimbo.
Terra: And you're still a bitch.
Raven: …
With the softest of chuckles, Raven pulled her hand back and Terra moved on to Robin.
Robin: Sorry Beast Boy's not here.
Terra: I can't blame him. Good byes aren't easy.
Robin: You'll always have friends here, Terra. Keep your communicator.
Terra: Yeah. Thanks. I'll try not to ring up your phone bill.
With a final sigh, Terra ripped a large chunk of Earth off the ground that could carry both her and her luggage. Raven raised an eyebrow.
Raven: …I thought the island was getting smaller…
Terra: …well…this is it. Good bye guys.
Geoforce, glad to be FINALLY be leaving, takes off, Terra following him. Beast Boy ran outside.
Beast Boy: TERRA!
Terra turned on the rock and waved sadly. She knew if she turned back now, she'd never move on again. It had to be done. That's what she kept telling herself. She could only hope she wasn't making another terrible mistake. Back on the island, Beast Boy slumped, almost falling to his knees.
Beast Boy: (depressed) Terra…
The Titans were at a loss on how to comfort Beast Boy now.
Markovia: One Boring and Depressing Flight Later
Terra sighed as she looked around. Snow everywhere…just like she remembered it. It was…smaller though. That was slightly odd.
Geoforce: …don't look so depressed. The people aren't going to want to see you this way.
Terra: ...the people probably don't want to see me at all.
Russia Female: Then it's very good that they won't be seeing you.
Terra recognized the voice just as the disgusting limbs wrapped around her.
Terra: Madam Rouge! What are you doing here!
Rouge: What I am always doing. Working.
One of Madam Rouge's hands had a spray device in it. Terra coughed as she was sprayed with gas and she slumped in Madam Rouge's grasp. Geoforce had no idea who this rubber limbed woman was, but she wasn't taking his sister (half-sister) without a fight. He fired a heat blast at her, but she contorted and twisted her body until she was out of harms way. It was disturbing to witness and frustrating to have to deal with. He tried firing rapid blasts, but each met with the same result.
Rouge: Is that the best you have darling? I have met much more challenging opponents.
Geoforce: I'm just getting started. Nobody touches my sister.
Madam Rouge suddenly found herself being pulled into a puddle on the ground. Gravity had increased for her, and she had to strain to remain solid. Geoforce was about to push his advantage when he was clubbed from behind with a very big and very hairy fist. Geoforce slumped over.
Mallah: Such a touching display.
Brain: Yes. It was a pity that we needed to interrupt. Bring her Monsieur Mallah. I would love to have her restrained before she regains consciousness.
Madam Rouge pulled herself back together as Mallah picked Terra up.
Mallah: What of her communicator, Master?
Brain: Ah, yes. Leave it with him. A memento of his dear sister.
The three headed for the aircraft manned by some of Brotherhood's grunts, Terra in tow. Geoforce woke up some time later. By this time, Terra was long gone. Geoforce found her communicator. …he could call for help…no! Never! That wasn't going to happen!
Titan Tower: One Embarrassing Flight Later
Beast Boy wanted to break this guy in half. Not only had he taken Terra away from him, now he got her kidnapped by the Brotherhood. Some of them went out and picked him up in the T-ship. Robin had searched the area for clues with Cyborg. They found the hair of a gorilla nearby. It was a safe bet that it belonged to Monsieur Mallah. As to clues to their destination, however, they found nothing. After a search of Markovia and questioning the locals, they came home. Robin had been working tirelessly at the computer. The others tried to go about their daily activities as they waited but it was hard.
Raven: THIS is what you've been drawing with me! I've got the figure of a Barbie doll!
Shade: I'm sorry! I'm sorry! Ow! I just got carried away!
Well, some people were having an easier time then others. Raven had found some of Shade's sketches with her in them. She had him pinned down to the couch with her powers as she flipped through them. Every so often she stopped to hit him. Cyborg sweatdropped. Well, some guys like that sort of thing.
Raven: Good Azar, what am I wearing in this one?
Shade: I'd tell you, but I can't see it.
Raven held up the picture. Starfire floated over and tilted her head.
Starfire: …it appears to be a very long ribbon.
Shade: …she's right.
Raven tilted her head, squinting.
Raven: …well, it's not very well drawn.
Shade: I hurt my hand earlier that day.
She flipped to the next one and paused.
Raven: …oh…oh wow. This is beautiful.
Shade: Which one?
Raven held up a sketch of herself in the rain. She was floating, arms outstretched like the wings of a bird. Behind her was her soul self in the same pose. Her eyes were closed, a peaceful expression on her face.
Shade: Oh, that one. Yeah, I got the idea after seeing you come out of the shower.
Cyborg spat out his soda and Starfire dropped her can of cheese whiz. Raven rolled her eyes.
Raven: He means when I came out of the BATHROOM after a shower.
Cyborg and Starfire: (understanding) Oh…
Raven: …
After looking at the picture again…no doubt trying to find a reason to be upset with it…she sighed and placed it on the couch gently.
Raven: I'm keeping that one.
Shade: …sure, go ahead.
Raven: …anymore like that one?
Shade: Uh…what do you mean?
Raven: Clean. Unperverted.
Shade: Um…somewhere.
Raven rolled her eyes. Geoforce slammed his fist down on the table.
Geoforce: How can you fool around at a time like this?
Shade: Hey, dickweed…in case you haven't noticed…my choices are LIMITED right now!
Raven patted Shade on his cheek, furthering his plunge into humiliation in front of this guy he really didn't like. His head hurt just looking at him.
Shade: (whisper) Raven, not in front of the jerk. I'm begging you here.
Raven: Oh fine. Usually you like getting tied up.
Raven released him from his bindings. Shade sweatdropped.
Shade: Now you're just trying to be mean and ruin my reputation.
Raven: Yeah. …but I bet you would.
Shade sighed. Raven was in one of her moods. Every so often she would just start acting really weird. Some times she was overly nice. Other times she was mean. Some times she was flirtatious, other times she was even more depressing then usual. Right now it seemed to be a mix between mean and flirtatious. Raven went back to flipping through the pictures.
Starfire: Beast Boy…are you well? You have been staring out that window for some time now.
Beast Boy: …my girlfriend has been kidnapped by one of the most evil forces on the planet. No, Star. I'm not well right now.
Robin sighed and ran a hand through his heavily gelled hair.
Robin: They've covered their tracks real well. I can't find anything. I…
Computer: (Cyborg's voice) Yo! You got mail!
Everybody turned to look at Cyborg. He shrugged.
Cyborg: What?
Robin sighed and went to get rid of the mail. He stopped when he saw the title.
Robin: …son of a bitch.
Raven: What's wrong?
Robin: "Come Get Us." The sender is SilverMatter2.
Shade: So?
Beast Boy: A full grown gorilla grows gray fur on their back. They're called silverbacks, dude.
Starfire: And gray matter is another term for a brain.
Robin opened the mail. Instantly messages came up of detected viruses being destroyed. Cyborg puffed his chest up proudly.
Cyborg: Who does he think he's dealing with? I got more security on that thing then Fort Knox.
Raven: The same Fort Knox that was robbed last week?
Cyborg sweatdropped. The mail displayed a set of coordinates and a message.
Message: Hello, my young friends. No doubt you are beside yourselves with concern for your teammate. She is alive…for now. You will find her at these coordinates…with us. We hope to see you soon. Do not disappoint us. Oh…and let us keep it to ourselves, hmm? No Titans East or honorary Titans. We'll be watching.
Starfire: (sighing) It can never be simple, can it?
Shade: Well, Snot Rag, let's…huh?
Beast Boy wasn't there. He was already at the door, head leaning into the room.
Beast Boy: Come on! Let's go already!
END PART TWO