Day 4: On a Date
Beast Boy sat at the breakfast table, surrounded by his fellow Titans. His gaze kept wandering over to Raven as he munched on his dairy-free waffles, slathered in all natural maple syrup.
She had agreed to go out with him, but they had yet to actually go out. He worried that she would change her mind if he didn't come up with something soon. She wasn't a very social person, so he had to figure out what kind of date he could plan that she would actually enjoy.
She met his gaze across the table when he looked up at her again. She smiled softly, a rare expression to see on her pale face, and it led to Garfield's face blushing like a tomato.
He suddenly got an idea, and a grin split his lips. Everyone eyed him with raised brows as he scarfed down his breakfast and put his dishes in the sink before running out of the dining room.
"Rae!" Beast called outside her door, pounding on the steel. It was warm outside, so he had dressed in a grey t-shirt and black jeans.
Raven opened her door, revealing the black tank top and blue shorts she had chosen.
"Are you ready?" he asked, grinning. He had told her they were going out, but he wouldn't give up any details.
She nodded, stepping out and closing the door behind her. Garfield took her hand, lacing their fingers as they headed outside.
The sun was bright, leading Raven to raise a hand to shield her eyes. Beast noticed and offered her his sunglasses. She smiled at him as she slid them onto her face, resting on her nose.
Robin had agreed to let the shape shifter borrow his motorcycle under the threat of having to replace it if he crashed it. Beast had promised profusely to take care of it, and borrowed a second helmet to give to Raven.
He climbed onto the bike and patted the seat beside him. Raven slid the helmet on her head and sat behind him, her arms wrapping around his waist. Garfield's stomach erupted with butterflies as he grinned, buckling his own helmet before revving the engine. He happily sped down the street towards the site of their date.
Raven's eyes widened when she realized where they were.
The town amusement park. They used to go quite often, but lately, no one had the money or the time.
"Are you serious?" she asked as Beast parked the bike and strapped his helmet to the handle. Raven followed suit.
He nodded eagerly. "Yep! I thought it would be a fun first date."
She smiled softly as he offered his hand and she accepted it, lacing their fingers together. He led her to the ticket booth, buying two all-day passes. The booth manager strapped a bracelet around each of their wrists before wishing them a good day.
"Where to first?" Garfield inquired as they stood at the entrance, looking over all the rides. Raven pointed to the Octopus, the one that took its passengers into the air and spun them around. Beast grinned at her choice and led her to the relatively small line.
After ten minutes, it was their turn. They headed to a sparkly black car and sat down with Beast on the outside. When the car spun, Raven would fall into his side, and he was perfectly happy with that.
Thankfully they both had a high tolerance for heights and spinning.
They waited patiently as the ride started off slow, getting its passengers used to the motion before lifting them up and increasing speed. Raven's mouth opened to let out a joyous laugh as the spinning sped up, throwing the cars through the air. The momentum threw her against Beast Boy's side, and as she tried to lean back to her side of the car, Beast wrapped his arm around her waist to keep her close. She smiled softly at him, giggling as the movements continued.
It came to an end, and when it was fully stopped, Beast unlatched the door to their car and got out, offering his hand to Raven. She accepted it, letting him lead her away from the ride and back to the main area of the park.
"Your turn," Raven nominated. "You choose a ride."
Garfield looked around, settling on a rollercoaster that looped upside down. He pointed to it, looking to Raven for her reaction. She nodded in approval, and he happily ran across the park with their hands connected, leading her to the ride.
The line was short, leaving Beast Boy to bounce in anticipation. When they approached the loading dock, he chose the front car, letting Raven slide in like the gentleman he tried to be. She buckled her seatbelt as Beast sat down beside her, clasping his own belt.
He grinned as the cars crawled up the hill that led to the first drop. His hand flew into the air as the track dropped and the cars slid down. A scream of excitement left his lips as Raven chuckled beside him, holding onto the safety bar. She wasn't afraid of coasters, but she didn't see the point in raising her hands.
The ride had a hidden camera, so when it came to an end, Beast led Raven to the gift shop where they were being printed. He bought two copies so that he could give her one, and she smiled in appreciation. She tucked it into her pocket for safe keeping.
"Games?" he offered.
She nodded, leading him to the long row of carnival games. Raven played the ring toss, winning a stuffed lion for Beast Boy. Beast played darts, winning Raven a stuffed panda.
After a few more stomach-turning rides, they headed to the realm of concession stands. Raven had expressed an interest in food, and Garfield's stomach had rumbled in agreement.
He bought pizza slices for them both; cheese for her, veggie for him. He bought them a slushie to share before finding a table to sit at. Raven sat across from him, and he reached across the table to grasp her hand. He kissed her knuckles before eating, causing a light blush to dust her cheeks.
By the time they were done eating, the sun had begun to set, painting the sky in beautiful orange and pink colors.
"How about a ride on the Ferris wheel before we go home?" Raven requested.
Beast smiled and nodded, standing from the table to head over to the ride. Raven followed, panda in one arm and Garfield's arm in the other. He smiled at her as they approached the ride, which had the longest line they had encountered today.
They finally made it on, and they carried their animals into the car with them. The wheel slowly rotated as the other cars were emptied and then filled, giving the pair plenty of alone time. Raven rested her head on Garfield's shoulder, his free arm wrapping around her back.
She closed her eyes, enjoying the cool breeze and warm cuddles and complete serenity of the evening.
"I love you, Rae," Beast commented softly.
"I love you too, Gar," Raven smiled, tilting her head up for a kiss.