Two months later. -Paradise Island.
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A/N:...Yeah you can mentally throw things at me for leaving this so long. Tomatoes are perferable choice. Hope this was worth the wait! Enjoy!
Shadow King-3
Diana walked out into the court yard she took in the scene before her. As her people conversed and laughed with eachother she couldn't help but smile. Then a figure high in the air caught her attention. As it approached several of the woman grew quiet while others grew even hostile.
The princess thrust up her hand. "Be still. He is a friend."
Hal landed infront of Diana. "Hey sorry to...
He trailed off when he felt the icy stares on him. Feeling uncomfortable he inched himself a little closer to Diana whispering...
"They aren't going to eat me, right?"
Diana grinned placing a hand on his shoulder. "What is that has brought you to paradise island?"
Hal looked at the princess in the eye. "The other's don't know I've come here and I'd like to keep it that way."
Diana gave a curious look.
Hal looked around him then back at Diana. "Do you have some where private?"
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"...I've never seen him like this. I mean he's always been the 'Boy Scout' the guy you go to when you feel all hope is lost. the optomistic one." Hal spoke pacing back and forth across the sand.
Diana stared out at the ocean as the waves gently lapped at the shoreline. her mind somewhere els... as Hal continued.
"I mean I know he is bummed out because of what happened to Bruce but that wasn't his fault. Darkside is just craaazy... He's stopped him before. he can do it again. right?...Di."
Hal frowned at the amazons silence. "You don't think he can?"
"Darkside...he is more than just a common threat. And Superman...Clark knows that."
"So do I. As long as we all unite and fight together poof easy as pie. or at least when it comes to my pie not so easy but.. my point is we're stronger together than just one guy fighting."
"Hal...you don't understand. Darkside only wants one thing... And that is superman."
Hal shook his head. "Why?"
"Too rule with him." Diana stated bitterness in her voice.
Hal's eyebrows shot up."Come again?"
Diana sighed facing the guardian. "Clark told me part of Darksides plan. Last time Darkside took him through a portal and showed him things."
"What? when?" Hal asked completely baffled.
"It's complicated. The thing is Hal When Clark says he can't fight Darkside he means it."
"But-"
"Don't worry I'll go with you. I'll talk with him." Diana comforted.
"Yeah...Hal looked out at the water..."Lets hope he's in a talking mood."
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Bruce jumped up clinging onto the high bar swung himself up to the next one twisting himself up in the air he land on the wood platform ducking in time as several darts bit into the wall behind him. Running he dropped down onto a metal plank sliding down he grabbed a knive throwing it at a rope ahead of him to release a net. Using all his strength he propelled himself onto the net he managed to climb a few feet before a searing pain ripped through his left shoulder and down his back. He gasped before his grip loosened he fought for a few moments before he felt himself plummet into the mat below.
'End of Simulation.'
The vigilante lay on the mat as the computer erased the program from the room. He had been getting himself back in top form for the last month but...so far. The sweat was no longer dripping off him like a water socket, just a slight sheen enough to make his hair damp. He was..weak. He couldn't afford to be weak. he had to help Superman He had to help save the world.
Somewhere in his thoughts he was aware of a door opening. Then footsteps.
"Bruce? What are you doing lying on the floor in pJs?"
Billy. That's all he needed.
"Billy Can't you see the guy just finished a simulation run?"
And Barry...Combo to make anyones day like a carebear sonic the hedghog special. Defineatly didn't need that right now.
Bruce view of the bright lights was block by Billy's face looking over him. "Dude you ok?"
The dark knight slightly cocked an eyebrow. Then finally sat up. "I'm fine."
"Whew had us worried there for a moment." Billy said reaching out his hand to help Bruce up but lowered it as the man simply ignored the gesture and got to his feet.
"He was worried, I just tagged along. Oliver's looking for you." Barry stated as he watched Bruce grab his towel from his bag.
"Why?"
"I don't know something 'bout league needs to be effeciant and lacking in certain areas and blah blah blah...I stopped listening when Zantana and Kara were whispering in the corner."
Billy grinned. "What were they whispering about, girl problems?"
Barry shrugged. "I don't know All I heard was Superman was being mopey."
Bruce simply took his belongings and left the room causing both heros to stare after him. Barry sighed.
"I really don't like the vibe coming from this league right now. It's sooo dis-connected."
Billy wrapped his arms around the speedsters frame. "AWE I RUV YOU!"
Barry grunted shoving Billy apart. "Will you knock it off Marv! Don't you get what is happening here? The league is falling apart and right now we can't afford that. Now grow up for an hour and lets go."
The magician frowned before he silently followed Barry out of the room. "...Where are we going?"
"Just follow and shut-up." Flash stated.
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"How long has he been out there?"
Oliver turned at the sound of Bruce's voice. Then back at Superman. "A good solid hour."
Bruce set down his bag throwing down his rag on top as he came up beside the archer.
"This has gone on long enough. We need a stragetic game plan Darkside is coming. It is only a matter of time and what he brings with him." Oliver said as he crossed his arms... "I'd go out there and shake him myself, but I can't breathe in space."
"So why have you called me here?" Bruce asked causing the archer give a an exsaperated sigh.
"Talk to him."
"What makes you think i would make a difference? If he won't listen to you-"
Oliver turned to the dark knight. "Bruce you..from what I've heard know Clark on a deeper level then most of us. You two spent four weeks in cell together. he saved you and you saved him not many of us can say that. You have a connection. he may listen to you."
"I highly doubt it. His mental state is comprimised there for nothing will get through to him until he sorts it out himself." Bruce said as he rubbed his shoulder.
Oliver sighed. "Bruce...I'm not asking you I'm telling you to talk with him. We can't afford to be this broken up. Diana has gone back home...Supergirl and Zantana have isolated themselves from the rest of the league Dick has little to no contact with us and right now I have no idea where Hal is at. As cliche as this sounds...You are our only hope."
Bruce lowered his hand staring back at the window where Superman floated in space.
"Fine. I'll talk with him." Bruce concluded grabbing his bag.
Oliver opened his mouth to thank Bruce but he was out the door.
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Bruce thought for a moment before he placed the space space helmit on. No one knew he had created this suit. It was custom made for him and the only prototype, he hoped nothing malfunctions but if he won't come in h would have to go out.
He pressed the air locked door and thrusted himself into space. He floated his way to where superman was.
"Are you planning to age out here?"
Clark snapped out of his thoughts turning his head in surprise at the sudden voice. Looking back at watch tower than at Bruce.
"Since when did you...nevermind." Clark said turning his attention back to the empty space.
Bruce grabbed hold of the kryptonians arm forcing him to look at him. "How long do you plan to go on like this? Personally I do not have the energy or the time to spend on you."
"No one is asking you to." Clark shot back.
"You are kidding right?" Batman stated.
Clark turned to the billionaire. "I am worthless to them...the league is better off-"
"Seriously? You are just going to spend your time wallowing in self pity? This isn't going to benefit you or the league. You need to suck it up and deal with it, because I am not going to sit and wait for you to grow a pair. Earth is the only home I've got and I plan on defending it to the best of my ability...even if I have to give up my life in the process.
"Buce you don't understand. Darkside will destroy me and I have thought of-"
"Clark shut-up. You are being pathetic." Bruce bit back. Darkside doesn't have to come to earth to destroy you. You're doing a damn good job yourself."
Bruce turned heading back to watch tower. He stopped for a moment. "You can only be as strong as you make yourself to be. So are you take it lying down..Or be the hero I know you are?"
Superman tore his eyes from bruce taking in the man's words. When he looked back at watch tower it was with different eyes.
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Bruce zipped out of his suit hanging it back up. Only in a pair of black boxer briefs and a grey tank top.
As he made his way back to his room he heard a whislte. Pausing, he turned to see Hal and Diana behind him.
Hal grinned. "What's the occassion?"
He recieved a glare from Bruce that caused Hal to swallow hard. "Just kidding. making the situation...I am going to find Barry."
Diana watched as hal left then turned back to the vigilante. She came forward. "How are you feeling?"
"Cold."
"Maybe this will warm you up."Diana leaned closer placing a soft kiss on his cheek. "Thank you for talking to Clark."
She parted. "I suggest you wear more garments. I'd imagine it would be hard saving the world like that."
As she walked down the corridor she didn't see the slight grin that was given her way.
A/N: Well odd place to leave it but 11:30pm everyone. tried my best. Review if you want to. :) Won't be hurt if you don't.
KS
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