Moving in with a new family is surprisingly working quite well for Zatanna.
They spent a lot of time together in missions and just having movie nights in the mountain. She has to be honest that somehow she felt more and more calm every day. The team has always been fun to be with and having people (and aliens) beside you surely did help. But of course on top of it, it was Robin who has always known his place. Yeah, the boy ,like his best pal, would never stop having fun and talking but there are times when Rob would just be silent and rather not talk when he sees her. He's a very smart kid for his age. She figured that even though the young hero was bat, Rob's kind of the opposite of his mentor. Or at least, that's how he was raised also? She can never know since a part of their team mate will always be a mystery to them, given his identity and his background but who cares? Robin's trustworthy, a great friend, and a natural leader.
Days passed, she knew that she's really feeling something for him and hoped that it won't really develop into something stronger. The guys's a year younger than her and how in the world would she dare think that the ever amazing Boy Wonder would also like her back. There are probably a lot of girls not just in Gotham who would blush when they see Boy Wonder in action in the news. He really looks cool and dashing with his swift moves and crime fighting skills. Who wouldn't have a crush on him and as KF would always say there's a fans club waiting for him. Well, Zee doesn't know if its real or what but it sure is not far from impossibility.
She was lost in her thoughts when Artemis spoke: "Hey Zee! M'gann and I are having a girl's night in her room tonight. Wanna come?"
"Oh, yes of course, I'd love to Artemis" she replied.
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They spent the night chatting and eating. they painted their nails, curled their hair and even had games. it was a huge relief given the week straight missions they had. They were watching the tv while eating popcorn when an interview with Gotham's Young Heartthrob flashed.
"As promised folks, this is what we've all been waiting for. (Girls screaming from the audience) I know, I know ladies I'm bursting with excitement as well to meet him so let's call him on stage. Please give it up for the one and only Riiiiiiiiiiiiichard Grayson." the host said energetically as a 13 year old boy came out from the back stage wearing an ash gray suit with dress shoes and a maroon tie. His eyes were blue as the sky and he stared at the camera with a wave and the most handsome smile Zatanna ever saw in her life.
"Now who is that?" said M'gann eyes glued on the screen.
"Oh, Dick Grayson, guy goes to my school. crazy smart and even crazier rich like the craziest rich teenager on town" Artemis replied.
"He goes to your school?" the magician questioned.
"Well, yeah, he lives in Gotham, is a ward to a genius and billionaire" the archer explained further.
"And were you able to see him there?" the martian continued asking.
"Yes, I was. He took a picture with me on my first day there" Artemis said this time blushing.
"Wait. what? you had a picture with Richard? no way! why? what's he like?" Zee questioned.
"Well, he's a little bit short, more handsome in person, he's so friendly and smells very nice. No wonder all the girls in school are like screaming when he passes by. but he seems like a nice guy you know, unlike other celebrities who are just snobby." answered Artemis
"And Wally knew about this?" M'gann said teasingly
"About what?" replied a shocked Artemis
"Your celebrity crush, silly. You totally are a fan of that Grayson boy also." M'gann continued smiling
"Well, no, yes, I mean, he's great but he definitely is not my type. I'm not for guys younger and shorter than me. I just think there's something about him which is unlike anyone else." Artemis answered
"I think so too." said M'gann "Just look at that smile and those eyes. He seems like an amazing young man."
"Oh yeah, then what about Connor?" fired Artemis back
"Well, Grayson's cute but Connor's cuter. I'll consider having a celebrity crush also" M'gann replid "how about you Zee? think Robin's cuter than Richard?"
"Wai..What? what's with Robin?" Zee was caught off guard
"Ooooohhh... you can't hide that from us Zee. Look you're turning red. You definitely have a crush on that brat" teased Artemis.
"hhhhmmm... sure. but it's nothing. Please don't tell anyone." Zee told them shyly
"No need to keep it a secret. We think he also likes you." M'gann said and Artemis nodded.
"You guys look good together specially when you do those "couple things" M'gann continued
"We are not a couple. We're just close friends." explained Zatanna.
"Oh really. then explain the dates that you too do, the text messages you send each other. Admit it girl, M'gann and I have caught you lots of times smiling while reading Boy Wonder's messages. Plus, the stuff he give you every time, don't tell us that he's not courting you."
"Well, I guess, he does that...we do that but we really haven't talk about it being official. We just enjoy each other's company that's all."
"yeah, sure, that's it. but you two better clarify things" M'gann advised.
After their first kiss on New Year's Eve, she thinks it's safe to say that Robin and her are a thing. Well not officially a thing like M'gann and Connor and Wally and Artemis but to say the least, they are. But it still bothers her how he is far from her. His mastery in hacking and all, not to mention his wit and moves during missions, it's hard to keep up with that. She sometimes wondered if she knows who the boy is behind that mask, maybe they can have a more normal time when they go outside as regular people.
And to answer these questions, she knows the perfect person to ask.
"Wally, can I ask you something?" she said to the red head
"Sure, zee, what about?" Wally said while eating some chips in the sofa.
"What's Robin like?" she asked.
"uuuuuhhh. I don't understand the question exactly." Wally raised a brow and really looked confused. "I mean you know him already babe, you've known each other for quite a while now. What do you mean?"
Said the speedster while still chewing his snacks.
"I mean, what's he like? You know his civilian identity?" said the young magician.
Upon hearing this, Wally choked on his food and tried reaching for water.
"gnirb retaw ot yllaw" and a bottle of water came floating from the fridge.
"Wow, that really might come in handy" said the redhead after drinking the whole thing.
"where were we again? Oooh Robin's real ID. Why did you even ask?" told Kidflash.
"Well, you know, you're the only one from the team who know who he really is and I'm just…I'm sorry Wally. I just feel so insecure with everyone around him. He's a big hero you know and the tabloids and the papers really look up to him as someone who's very much skilled for his age. Every time we're on a mission, I feel so far from him and really think that I'm not the girl for him."
"Woah..woah..woah where is this all coming from Zee?" asked Wally.
"Earlier today when we were going back to the bioship after defeating the terror twins, I heard two girls from the sidewalk saying that if I'm Robin's girlfriend then we certainly don't match. They said Rob's too good for me and I am only holding him back and many other things like why can't he and Batgirl be the couple instead, they make a good team while I on the other hand am just a weak damsel in distress " Zee replied with her shoulders low.
Wally put his hand on Zatanna's shoulder and said "Well, you shouldn't mind that Zee! You're an amazing girl and by that I mean not just the magic stuff but everything about you" said Wally while smiling at her.
"I'm sure no matter how people see it, Robin would never think of you as that. Just think about it, you got Batman's approval right? No other chick had that" he continued.
"even I never had that" he joked which made Zee smile.
"Oh Wally!" she hugged the speedster "do me a favour and never tell anyone about this especially Robin"
"sure thing babe!" said Wally.
Wally's POV
This is just so wrong. How can she think that way? If it's hard for Zee to be with a boy as popular as Robin, how can she stand the situation when she finds out that her boyfriend's a billionaire and a campus heartthrob? Man, I gotta tell Rob.