Cyborg taped what he hoped was the last box. He tiredly exhaled then wiped his sweaty bald head with a small towel. He hoisted the heavy box in his arms then handed it to Starfire who carried it with ease.

"Is that the last of it?"

Raven peeped inside the room then nodded her head. "Yeah, that's it."

"Good." Cyborg rose to his feet and brought two more boxes in his arms. "I'll take these to the car."

Raven stepped inside her now vacant apartment bedroom. She sighed and stared hard at the surrounding area. Robin was downstairs handling the expenses that had to be paid thanks to the H.I.V.E. destroying her living quarters and other areas of the apartment complex.

It saddened Raven that she had to leave this way. Now that every villain knows she still resides in Jump with Farah, there was no purpose of her to stay away from the Tower. It would be safer to live with her friends than on her own. The place she thought was dangerous for her daughter now seems to be her only safe haven.

Beast boy's and Farah's voices could be heard loudly in the room next to her. He made funny animal noises while Farah tried to mimic him. Farah was happy with her father and was ecstatic to live with him again. And if she's happy, then Raven should be too. She did all of this for her in the first place.

Raven sighed and stared at the floor, remembering the many memories of her early years here at the apartment.

"Rach, are you sure you don't need anything?"

Raven sighed and looked up at James, flashing him a small smile. "I'm fine. I can handle this."

James sighed and looked down at the newborn babe swaddled in a blanket in Raven's arms. He smiled and turned to leave for work. "But you know that you can call me for anything, right?"

Raven walked to the door and opened it for him to leave. "Yes, but I'm pretty sure you wouldn't know much about babies if I were to call you."

James smirked and walked out the door. "Touche."

Raven shut the door behind him then looked down at her young baby. Farah looked up at her mother with her vibrant blue eyes. Raven smiled then strode to her bedroom. She slowly sat on the bed, wincing from the after pains of the childbirth she performed only a few days ago. Raven lightly unwrapped the blanket from over Farah's small body to get a better view of her face. She glided one finger down the babe's small check. Farah stirred from the movement and moved her head towards the warmth of her mother's finger. The corners of her small mouth lifted, showing a toothless grin. Raven smiled even wider from the interaction. "You're so cute." She whispered. Raven pulled her finger back and leaned in, planting a tender kiss on Farah's forehead. Farah yawned then slowly closed her eyes to sleep.

Raven stood from her bed and gently placed the sleeping Farah in the small cradle. Once the baby was secure, Raven leaned back and stared down at her, still smiling.

Robin cleared his throat, pulling Raven from her thoughts. "Everything's taken care of. You ready to go?"

"Um," Raven quickly scanned the room once more, making sure nothing would be left behind. She moved to nod her head but then she paused. "No, I have one more thing that needs to be taken care of."

Robin nodded. "We'll be downstairs when you're ready."

Raven knocked on the door. She stood back and rubbed her arms nervously. Her feet suddenly became interesting as she stared at the details of her black shoes. Her heart was pounding hard in her chest and her palms became sweaty. Raven snapped her head up when the door swung open. She held her breath when she saw a beaten up James stand tall at the door. Her eyes softened and she longed to hug him, but she didn't.

"Hi." She said awkwardly.

James stared. Raven didn't wear the holographic ring, showing her normal, pale appearance. James tensed a bit. He knew she was Rachael. Her voice and face were the same, but it still seemed like a completely different person.

Raven didn't like the awkward silence that was between them. She started to rub her arms again and looked down at her feet. She moved to take a step back, but James smiled then brought her into a tight hug. He held her close and dipped his head in the crook of her neck. Raven tensed at first but she responded to his hug by wrapping her arms around his back and hugging him tightly as well. She snuggled into his arms, paralyzed by his warmth. She felt small tears swell in the ducts of her eyes. Saying goodbye to him would be the hardest.

Eventually, he let go, and Raven didn't want it to end. She lifted her eyes to his. "I'm so happy you're back, Rachael."

She cracked a small smile then looked up. "It's...Raven."

James nodded. He was confused in the beginning of this entire ordeal, but he started putting the pieces of this confusing puzzle together. "Why didn't you tell me?"

Raven frowned. "I was trying to get away from my old life. You saw me when I was pregnant with Farah...Being a Titan was a lifestyle that I couldn't live anymore." She sighed.

James smirked. "I hear about the Titans all the time on the news. I just can't believe you are the Raven!...You were always my favorite one on the team." He chuckled. "I should have figured it out from the beginning."

Raven blushed and turned; she couldn't help but give a small laugh. "Be serious."

He shrugged his shoulders then slowly started to frown. "So...you're leaving?"

She paused. "Yeah. We can't live here anymore. I'll put innocent lives in danger, and Farah's starting to use her powers again."

James' eyes widened. "Powers? What can she do? I never saw her do anything out of the ordinary."

"She turns into animals," Raven said with a simple chuckle.

He laughed then playfully smacked his forehead. "Of course! That probably explains her strong love for the zoo." He paused. "But wait, someone else turns into animals on your team. Isn't it Beast boy?"

Raven tensed and her smile softened a bit.

"Oh." James gave a quick nod, figuring out the answer to his question all these years. But he wanted to make sure. "Beast boy..is the father?"

Raven stayed silent but she nodded her head.

"Wow...I wasn't expecting that...you two.."James was surprised. Raven didn't tell him much about Farah's father, but when she did, they weren't positive. He found it shocking that Beast boy could do such a thing. He actually had a liking towards the changeling.

Raven shrugged her shoulders. "Just because we're superheroes living in a giant T doesn't mean that we can't have sex like any other human."

James smiled at her comment then stayed silent. "Um, about..that moment..in the kitchen.." He averted his eyes and nervously shoved his hands in his pockets.

Raven looked up at him. She completely forgot about their awkward time not too long ago. More so, she forced herself to forget. "Don't worry about it." She said quickly. "Please...I'm sorry-"

He shook his head. "No. I'm sorry. I should have known that you weren't interested in me or ready for a relationship. It's all my fault."

"Don't blame yourself for this. If anyone should be apologizing, it should be me. You've done so much to help Farah and I. You've aided me in a way that I can never repay you."

"What I did for you wasn't to gain something in return. I helped you because I wanted to. You're my friend."

Raven frowned and her eyes lowered to hide the tears that were growing in her eyes again. "I'll miss you."

James leaned back, his foot still holding the door open while he rummaged through a nearby desk. He pulled out a scrap sheet of paper and pen. He scribbled numbers on it then handed it to Raven. "I don't know if you still have your phone, but..just because you're leaving doesn't mean we can't stay in touch. Give me a call if you're ever around or need something. And make sure to have Farah call me every week."

Raven smiled and gladly accepted his number. "I will."

"Do you want it here or there?"

"Put it anywhere, Beast boy. It doesn't matter."

Beast boy carried the heavy box and dropped it in the corner of Raven's bedroom. He clapped his hands to shake off the dust then turned to her with a smile.

Raven walked by, carrying the last of her and Farah's bags. She mumbled a "thanks" and placed their suitcases next to the boxes. She glanced around her old bedroom then inhaled, memories flooding back again. She sighed then got to work with unpacking the many boxes. She had no idea where she was going to fit all of her new belongings, but now she has the time to figure it out.

"Do you want me to help you with anything?" Beast boy took a step closer.

Raven opened the first box and took out a few of her numerous books. "No, I think I'm fine."

Beast boy frowned and lingered in her room a bit longer. He didn't want to leave her just yet. There were still issues that needed to be resolved between them. "I have something for you."

Raven stopped her unpacking and looked up at him. "What is it?"

He smiled and opened one of the boxes. When he reached inside, he pulled out a series of new picture frames. Raven glanced back down while he retrieved the items. Beast boy strode then sat next to her on the floor. Raven finally looked up then gasped. She scooted closer to him. "How did-"

"I saw that the H.I.V.E. destroyed all the picture frames that were hanging on your wall, but the photos inside were surprisingly in good condition. So I went out to the store and bought new frames for them all." Beast boy smiled and moved the pictures to her lap.

Raven held few of the many frames in her hands and smiled down at them. She still wasn't a big picture person, but these memories meant a lot to her. They were all of Farah's growth over the years and their favorable moments. Raven wouldn't admit it, but as a mother, she held deep pride in the collection of these photos. She already envisioned where she would place them on her dark colored walls.

Beast boy peeped when Raven abruptly drew him into a tight embrace. He smiled and leaned into the hug, wrapping his strong arms around her back.

"Thank you, Beast boy." She whispered.

He leaned back and rested his forehead on hers, his arms still wrapped around her waist. He didn't know how she felt about this. He wasn't sure if he was pushing the boundary, but he was enjoying it. He smiled then stared into her eyes while she did the same. His eyes glanced down at her lips and nervously, he leaned forward. Raven kept still for a moment as if she was thinking, which she was. Her hands rested on his chest as his arms slowly pulled her closer. She opened her mouth to say something but then decided against it. Slowly, she dipped her head back and moved forward.

They were so close to locking lips...until the door opened. Raven leaned back while Beast boy cursed under his breath at her sudden movement.

"Sorry, am I ruining something?"

Beast boy turned to Cyborg, his eyes flashing with anger. "No, nothing at all." He said with sarcasm.

"Well, good!" He said with a playful smirk. "I'm going to make an announcement and I need the both of you with me."

Farah clung to Cyborg's hand as she followed him down the corridor. Robin, Starfire, Beast boy and Raven walked closely behind them. Raven raised a brow when Robin and Starfire would not smiling. "Where are we going?" Farah asked.

They all stopped at a metal door that had no name. Cyborg smiled and punched in the key. When it slid open, he turned on the lights and led Farah inside.

"I felt bad that you had to share a bed with either your mom or dad, so I decided to give you your own bedroom." Cyborg pridefully smiled then turned to Raven. "You know...since you guys are permanently staying here now."

Farah took a step inside, gawking at the big room that was now hers. The walls were painted a bright dandelion yellow. There was a twin sized bed lined against the wall in one section of the bedroom, dressed in green and pink colored comforters. Her white dressers from the apartments were lined against the wall and in the center of the room, in front of the windows, were toys and tables stacked with coloring books and new dolls.

Starfire flew in and bent near Farah. "I hope that you enjoy my decorating. I bought the toys myself!"

Farah beamed and squealed in delight before running to the new toys and mini painting canvas that had fresh paint and markers lying next to it. She squealed again as her hands touched everything they could.

Raven looked around in shock and astonishment. "This is amazing, Cyborg. When did you have the time to do all of this?"

"I actually had the idea when you guys first came to the Tower. After that, I started planning and constructing the room since the last time she was here with BB."

Raven continued looking at the pretty room. She glanced up at the ceiling and was amazed. She knew the starred design very well, and the only room that had this special feature was… Raven turned to Cyborg with a questioning glance. "Is-..was..this Terra's room?"

He smiled. "Yup. She relocated to the East, so since we had an open room, I decided to make good use of it...after I got her permission of course."

Raven was taken back by the news. She did question where Terra was throughout the entire ordeal with the H.I.V.E., but she thought that Terra was simply avoiding her to prevent any extra tension. She didn't imagine that Terra would move to the East. "Did she leave willingly?"

The Titans silently nodded.

Now that was even more shocking. It was...nice of her to do that. Raven wanted to ask more questions but decided not to. Terra was gone and out of her hair, voluntarily. That was music to her ears.

And Cyborg did an amazing job at the new room. Finally, Raven no longer has to worry about being kicked in the middle of the night by a sleeping Farah.

Raven strode to Cyborg and hugged him whispering a thank you. Cyborg embraced her soft hug, rubbing her back softly. Raven smiled then turned to her daughter. "Farah, what do you say?"

"Thank you, thank you, thank you!" She screeched. Farah hugged Cyborg's leg for a quick second before running back to her new toys to play with Starfire.

"Yeah, thanks, Cy. Now she's never going to leave her room." Beast boy chuckled and slapped his friend on the back.

The tea kettle whistled, indicating that the water was boiling inside. Raven carried the kettle off the stove and placed it to the side. She opened the cabinets and brought out her favorite mug. Oh, how she missed seeing the simple blue cup. She poured the steaming hot water into the mug and lowered the tea packet inside. Content, she walked away and looked out the windows into the bay's waters.

It was late. A little past 2 in the morning. She couldn't sleep for some reason. Her bed was comfortable and she felt at peace being back in it in her old room, but her mind was restless. She brought her lips to the hot mug and took a careful sip.

Her mind flashed back to the moment with Beast boy before they kissed. She contemplated her status with him. He cared for her; she realized that. And she didn't ignore the fact that he finally broke up with Terra for her. When she was told that Terra left, she saw that as another sign. The first was Beast boy and Terra's break up. The second was when she and Farah were left with nothing but the Tower to turn to. And now, the third, Terra's departure. All the signs to give Beast boy a chance. He was trying to prove himself to her, albeit she never showed or admitted to him that she noticed. Everything seems to be looking good for them,; however, she didn't know if she wanted to fully trust him with a relationship just yet...but she was willing to try.

Raven jumped when she felt hands brush against her waist. She sighed and steadied her shaking hands so that she wouldn't spill her tea. She glanced up and gave Beast Boy a glare, but he grinned in response.

"What are you doing up?"

"I should say the same for you." He placed his hands in his pockets and stood next to her to stare out the window as well.

"I can't sleep." She said simply.

Beast boy paused and kept his head forward. He bit his lip and nervously opened his mouth. "So, did you ever think about my offer?"

Raven glanced up at his nervous face then raised a brow. "What offer?"

He frowned and rubbed the back of his neck. He could feel his hands sweating from nervousness. "About us? Remember when I stopped by your apartment that one day to see you and Farah?"

Raven smirked then took another sip of her tea. "Oh." She said shortly. "That."

Beast boy glanced down at her with a confused face. "Are you being sarcastic or something?"

Raven ignored his question then turned away from the window. She dumped her now cold tea into the sink before washing and neatly placing her mug away in the cabinet. She walked out the common room, but Beast boy was close on her heels, still asking questions. He was desperate for closure to their unsettled relationship. "Wait, so are you saying yes?"

Raven continued walking. Once they made it to her room, she turned to Beast boy with a small playful smile on her face. "Goodnight, Beast boy."

Beast boy chuckled. He liked this playful side of Raven, but he still needed answers. She opened the door and closed it behind her, but it wasn't fast enough. He morphed into a fly and followed her inside. Raven wasn't surprised when he morphed back in front of her and snaked his arms loosely around her waist.

He closed his eyes and rested his forehead on hers, straddling her body against his. He looked into her eyes and she did the same. She smiled softly. He loved it. Her hands rested on his chest then slowly wrapped around his neck. Beast boy could tell that she was uneasy and in thought about her actions, but he was happy that she cooperated with him.

They stayed in that position, staring into each other's faces.

"I'm sorry for everything I've done to you, Raven." Beast boy looked down at her with somber eyes. He paused, trying to collect his thoughts. A lone tear slid down his green cheek when he glanced back at her face. "I didn't mean to put you through so much hell. I wish I was there to be with you and help out. If you would have told me that you were pregnant, I would have done everything differently. I-"

Raven interrupted him by planting a short kiss on his lips. She was tired of hearing him apologize. "I forgive you."

Beast boy lowered his head and she craned hers. Their lips met for a slow, passionate kiss. "So.." He trailed. "I know this sounds corny. But.." He chuckled. "Will you be my girlfriend?''

Raven bit her lip and looked away. "Um,''

Beast boy frowned. He felt his chest tighten from anxiety and he broke out into a nervous sweat again.

Raven turned back to him. ''I will be your girlfriend." Beast boy smiled and leaned down to lock lips with her again; however, she pulled back. "But, I want to take things slow. You really hurt me, and although I forgive you, my guard is still up."

Beast boy didn't show his sadness. He was sort of anticipating for her to respond this way, but hearing her actually say those words stung. He forced a smile then nodded his head. "Whatever you want. But can we make an exception for tonight?"

Raven paused. She could feel his hands trembling from his eagerness to take her. Raven couldn't lie; she also wanted this form of release. Her Lust emoticon craved for his body and itched to be touched. Raven silently hummed in thought. She sighed then finally answered. "Just for tonight." She said sternly. "Starting tomorrow, we'll start anew with our slow relationship."

Beast boy grinned and kissed her again, this time, faster. Raven cupped his strong jaw in her hands and responded happily. He broke the kiss and hoisted her up. His hands kneading her thick thighs through her jeans.

He staggered forward towards the bed then rested their bodies on the mattress. Raven sighed when Beast boy rested his groin between her legs and his torso on top of hers. He held his head up and smiled. He used his hand to push away the few strands of violet hair that rested on her face.

Beast boy dipped his head into the crook of her neck, making her pant and shudder at his hot kisses. His hands slowly went to the hem of her shirt, playing with it. His hand glided underneath the fabric and felt the soft skin of her bare abdomen. He took notice of the soft stretch marks that he obviously concluded was from her pregnancy years ago.

Raven smirked then pushed his body over so that she was sitting on top. Beast boy looked up, surprised. His hands went to her hips.

Beast boy moaned into the kiss, his hands running up and down her thighs once more. He propped himself with his forearms and nibbled at her shoulder. Raven moaned to the bliss and leaned forward. She turned her head, giving him access to more. He growled in satisfaction. He could feel his member hardening through his pants. He stopped then looked up at her.

"If you end up pregnant again. Promise me you won't leave."

Raven looked down, bewildered by his comment. She chuckled softly then nodded her head. ''I promise."

Farah steadily opened her eyes. She yawned and scratched her scalp through her curly blonde locks. Her face beamed with joy as she looked around her new bright room. The sun was up and her light green curtains were open wide, pouring in the bright sun's rays. She hopped out of bed and ran out the door.

She scanned each door that she passed. Robin showed her the way to everyone's room, especially her mother's last night in case she needed anything, and she paid attention to him, but she was already beginning to forget.

Her bare feet padded against the floor, still searching. Finally, she found the room she was looking for. She stood on her toes to reach the keypad, but it was futile. She was too short to reach it. And even if she did, she didn't know the code, well..more so forgot it. It was hard to keep track. Before, she lived in a simple one level apartment, but now she had to remember different stairways, hallways, and codes at the Tower.

Farah fell to her knees and laid her head on the floor to look through the crack under the door. She didn't see feet or heard anyone move, so she guessed that her mother was still sleeping. She closed her eyes then shifted into a ladybug to crawl through the crack. When she was inside, she morphed back then stopped.

Her little hands covered her mouth to prevent her from making a sound and waking her parents up. She inched closer and stared.

Beast boy and Raven were sleeping peacefully on the bed, naked. Raven was resting her head on Beast boy's shoulder and her hand on his bare chest. Beast boy's right arm wrapped around Raven's waist while his other hung limply on the side of the bed. He snored softly while she slept quietly next to him. Farah smiled. She didn't know why they were naked or why their clothes were lying on the floor so messily, but she didn't care. She was excited to see her parents so close like they show in the movies.

Farah went to the foot of the bed and climbed on top, being careful not to wake them just yet. She stopped when she was close to her mother and started to play with her long hair. Raven stirred, but Farah continued.

Although Farah was messing with Raven, Beast boy was the first to wake. He sighed and rubbed his face. He looked down at Raven and smiled then he blushed when he saw Farah's beaming face. He swore and pulled the covers even higher over his midsection.

"Farah, what-how did you get here?" His hair was untidy and his voice was gruff from sleep.

Farah smiled and Raven finally woke. "What's going on?"

"Why are your clothes everywhere on the floor?"

Raven groaned and stayed in Beast boy's hold, too tired to answer. Beast boy kissed her forehead then turned to Farah. "How did you open the door?"

"I didn't. I turned into a ladybug and crawled inside." Farah said excitedly. She was happy to exercise her powers once more.

"I have to seal that crack," Raven said under her breath, still cranky that Farah disturbed her slumber.

"Wake up!" Farah leaned over Raven's body and giggled. "I want to eat. I'm hungry. Can you make me oatmeal, mommy?"

Beast boy grinned at her innocence. "Go to the common room. I'm pretty sure Robin's awake right now. He'll make you breakfast."

Farah nodded and scurried away.

Raven sighed and closed her eyes once more. "I swear, that's the only thing she does. Eat."

Beast boy laughed and pulled Raven closer to him. He wrapped an arm behind his head then exhaled as he leaned back in the bed. "That's my girl."

This is the last week of updates for My Hidden Child. We have chapter 26 then the epilogue. So sad; I really liked writing this story and hate to see it end. But let me know what you thought about this chapter. Next update on Wednesday.