Disclaimer. Unlike Doctor Devastation, I give credit where it's due. I don't own Victorious, or it's characters. Nor do I own Doctor Horrible, or any of it's characters. The healing tube, it's not that original, but lets be honest, that's practically open source by now. Anyways, don't sue.

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The black clad villain once again stood in front of her camera, making yet another another Vlog. "Okay folks, once again it's time for Doctor Devastation Vlog time Party. Yea, I'm trying a new name out. Mostly in honor of my recent success against Captain Epic. Thing is, there was a reason why it worked on him like it did. My weapon had a specific effect on his body, his powers. There's this general assumption that all the powered individuals have the exact same origins, the same genesis of their abilities, even when their powers are totally different. That powers are just one big category, and can be neutralized the same way. But that's not true, and it's a sign of the stupidity of the assembled heroes that they believe any one device could de-power them all."

The Blond Baddie pulled out her weapon, a rifle like device that she'd used on Captain Epic. "I know it's I'm jeopardizing my potential membership in the Evil League of Evil, god that's a redundant name. I mean, I get it, you're evil. But to say it twice? I mean, I respect Bad Horse, he's accomplished a lot, given the limits of no manipulatory limbs. But to name your group the Evil League of Evil is like saying I'm the bad girl of bad. It's just redundant. Off topic."

The doctor looked straight at the camera. "There was something unique about Captain Epic's powers that was vulnerable to my weapon. Normally, I'd say don't worry, it's probably temporary. But instead of an immediate effect, it seems my ray slowly sapped his powers. So, bad news Cap, your gonna be just another mere mortal."

"And why am I telling you this?" Devastation asked. "Because I don't believe in taking credit for something I didn't do. The armored car robbery this morning, yes, that was me. I'm also the one who caused the thunder-like sound near city hall, the one that knocked out power for a few neighborhoods. I was really expecting more of an impact on that one. But yes, that was me. But, and I'm talking to everyone, I don't take credit for Captain Epic. However, that being said, Cap, you're a douche, and deserve that and worse."

"Enough chitchat about Jerks losing their powers. I have news. You remember Vicky, the girl I've reluctantly admitted to having a thing for." The villain's face softened, just a bit. "The job I wanted, that she was offered and rejected, they called and offered it to me. Turns out I was what they were looking for. So I'm gonna have to pull back on my evil for now. I'm not going away, it's just, this is too good of an opportunity to miss. I'm sure, Tiff and I will be able to squeeze in some evil, like on the weekends and stuff. Just, I've put the ransoming of Catalina on hold, and my blimp control device is going to have to wait until after football season. I know, kinda useless without the blimps. But to my fans, don't worry. I'll come up with something, just, on a smaller scale. Until later, remember to hug your mother." She hit the end recording button, and sat back, taking a deep breath. 'I'm going to be an actress.' she reminded herself.

Jade quickly changed out of her costume, easy enough since her lab coat covered normal clothing. Then she made her way out of her lair, cunningly hidden in her basement. Jade never told her mother about the expansions she'd made, but that never mattered. In some ways, it was her first successful crime, building without a permit.

Jade went up to the kitchen for a snack. She had her own kitchen, of course. No sense in putting too much pressure on her parents. But there was a special feeling that came with eating something her mother had bought. 'One day, I'm going to gather some cash and buy this place from dad. Then he won't be able to hold that over mom.' The young criminal thought. Just as she was done making her sandwich, she heard a knock on the door. 'God, who is it now? Can't be Tara, she uses the downstairs entrance. I'm guessing it's either for my mom, or...'

Jade quietly crept up to the peep hole and looked through, seeing Tori's smiling face. 'I don't have time for this. I need to edit and upload my latest vlog...' Jade opened the door and pulled the smiling Latina in. "Tori, what brings you here?" The goth asked as the door slammed shut. Jade locked the door, glanced out the peep hole, and then turned to look at Tori again. "Social visit?"

"I was just wondering..." Tori started, only to let another thought take over. "Is there some reason you're so paranoid?"

"One of my neighbors is a convicted sex offender." Jade informed her. "And I think he's the nice one. Too many people in this area look at me like meat. It's one of the reasons I carry scissors."

"Oh." Tori said. "Wait, Cat visits her all the time."

"A, not half as often as she visits you. And B, Cat comes by invitation, so I know when she's coming and can make sure she gets here." Jade explained. "Wait, how'd you find out where I live?"

"Beck told me." Tori said. "He even offered to drive me. But this is something I need to do alone. Jade, I need..."

"Yes, I got the part, thank you very much." The goth cut her off. "You know you could have asked that by phone."

Tori was starting to get frustrated. "Jade, I need to talk to you about something, and it's not going to happen if you keep cutting me off."

"Did your sister drop you off?" Jade asked, looking out the window. "It's really not a safe neighborhood to just hand out in the car."

"No, my sister didn't drop me off, and she can take care of herself, thank you very much." Tori was getting more frustrated by the minute. "Jade, I really need to talk to you about something."

"Then talk." Jade replied. "I don't have all day."

"Not here." Tori informed her. 'In your room."

Jade's heart almost exploded at that request. 'It's some kind of secret, probably wanting that part, or going to ask me if she can date Beck.' Jade told herself, but she dutifully led the Latina down to her bedroom. Jade didn't once think of refusing, despite the danger that the other girl might accidentally find the entrance to her lair.

Once in Jade's bedroom, Tori started with what sounded like a practiced speech. "I want to start by saying I am attracted to you. This isn't a sacrifice so much as an offer."

Jade was dumbstruck. Her mouth went dry as she tried to process what Tori was saying. Dirty thoughts flowed freely in her mind, and the goth had to beat them down so she could concentrate on this conversation. Swallowing hard, she managed to gather enough wits to say "Go on."

"If I'm honest, I'm bisexual, and while I like Beck, he reminds me too much of this jerk my dad introduced Trina to a couple of years ago." Seeing Jade's eyebrow raise, Tori knew she'd need to give a bit more explanation. "Guy works with dad, occasionally. Anyways, Trina broke up with him when he suggested a three way, and I was one of the girls he suggested."

"Sounds like a real winner." Jade commented.

"Yea, kinda famous, so he was used to girls throwing themselves at him." Tori commented.

"Anyone I know?" Jade asked.

"In a way, yea." Tori said. "His name is Brad, but most people know him as Captain Epic."

"Captain Epic asked you to be in a threeway with your sister?" Jade asked, realizing she didn't sound as shocked as she should.

"Yea." Tori affirmed. "That's why I kinda understand your opinion of him."

"What opinion of him? When did I tell you my opinion of him?" The darker haired girl asked. Jade made it a point to minimize her disdain for most of the heroes, at least when out of costume. She didn't want anyone to think she was a villain groupie, cause those people tended to get more police scrutiny. 'And some of them are freaks.'

"Almost daily, on your vlog." Tori said. "I watch it, my dad watches it, almost everyone in that community watches it." Tori explained. "Thing is, I want to date you, but I need you to retire Doctor Devastation."

Jade never, in her life, fainted. That was, before that day.

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Remember kids, Healing tubes have side effects. Use it too often, and you may need to give your body time to fully recover. A sudden shock to the system, a mild panic, could cause you to faint too. Just a friendly warning.

Jade doesn't want credit for Captain Epic losing his powers. Ego, or is she trying to avoid the massive man hunt. And then, what about Tori. And did she say Captain Epic dated her sister, worked with her dad. I'm thinking there's more to this then what we've seen. Sneaky author, causing Jade to faint right when things seem to be getting interesting.

For the Doctor Horrible fans, Jade is more confident then Billy, bu still feels she has a lot to prove. But she can be a lot like him. Their both fairly negative people. So, what are your thoughts?