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Always For You - Chapter 5
It's been a couple of days since a certain Boy Wonder had contact with a certain blonde. The past couple days were vigorous and demanding. Robin's attention was solely focused on team missions and he had to carry out his duties as the other half of the Dynamic Duo back in Gotham City. Being the adopted son of Bruce Wayne and the partner of Batman was a challenging task no doubt.
Tim had to keep up appearances as Bruce Wayne's son, receive good grades at Gotham Academy, and try to avoid disaster while being on missions. The lifestyle was hard, but it was all worth it in the end. The process was a sort of training to Tim, a process that will harden him and prepare him for what ever he may have to face in his life time. Whether it would be tracking down a serial killer or defusing a bomb in twenty seconds, Tim knew that he was prepared for it.
What bothered him though was during the past couple of days, he had a feeling that was slowly pestering him. It was a strange new feeling, a feeling that he's never felt before. It was the feeling of longing for something or in his case, someone. Tim had a longing to speak to Cassie for some odd reason, he wanted to get to know her more and wanted to hang out with her more. He really wanted to know Cassie because she was such an interesting person in his eyes.
Sighing, Tim walked towards the zeta tube that was located in the Bat Cave. He's been through a long week and just wanted to enjoy being normal, maybe just for a day. Teleporting into the cave, Tim looked around the cave hoping for any signs that the team was there. There was no sound indicating that there was anybody present in the cave. Tim walked around a bit, searching for any one of his team mates in order to just talk about things.
After walking around for a couple of minutes, Tim hears the zeta beam announcing the arrival of Zatanna. Walking towards the zeta beam platform, he saw Zatanna dressed in her usual outfit holding a bag of some sort. Guessing from the smell, Tim knew it was some takeout food she bought somewhere. "Zatanna, what are you doing here?" Tim walked up towards her and gave her a small smile. "Oh, hey there Tim, I was just here to see Dick. Maybe have lunch with him or something?" Tim rose his eyebrow and shrugged. "I didn't see him around the cave nor did I see him here. He might be on a case or mission".
Zatanna frowned a bit and sighed. "Well, I kind of brought quite a bit of food, I was hoping to eat with him". Zatanna then smiled like she had a brilliant idea and then walked towards Timothy. She started to pull him towards the kitchen area and started to set up the food on their dining table. "Uh, what are you doing Zatanna?" She looked at him and gave him a small smile. "Well, since the original Boy Wonder isn't here to share food with me, I was thinking to myself 'why not just share it with the current Boy Wonder?' Besides, I think it's about time we do some catching up Tim". She smiled after she finish talking. Tim couldn't help but smile back and then took a seat next to her.
"Anyways, how are things going for you Tim?" She asked while she began to eat her food. Taking a bite of his own food, he made a look that symbolized that he was pondering about how things were for him. "Oh you know, fighting crime with Batman and the team. Let's not forget about keeping up with getting straight A's in school and studying half of the time". He sighed after he told her. Zatanna frowned and rested her hand on his shoulder, comforting him. "Yeah, I know it's hard Tim. But, you gotta deal with it. It's a part of life. We all struggle one way or another and it makes us stronger as we go on with life". Tim nodded and smiled at her, thanking her for her advice.
Zatanna has always seemed like a big sister to him, much like Barbara. If Dick ever decided to settle down, Tim would have choosen Zatanna to be his partner. She was nice, caring, smart, and a fun person to be around. Both Dick and Zatanna were similar in quite a few ways, which made it more fun whenever they were all hanging out. However, since Zatanna joined the Justice League and Dick began to lead the team, they put their relationship on hold to focus on their tasks.
"Hey Zatanna, how did Dick ask you out?" The question threw Zatanna off guard as she gave him a look of questioning. It was odd to see Tim asking her about her relationship with his mentor. "Well... I think the kiss I gave him on New Year's Eve was kind of the catalyst to our relationship". Zatanna gave him a smile and then looked at Tim with concern. "Is there something bothering you about it?" Tim shook his head and continued to eat his food.
"Oh no, it's nothing. I was just wondering that's all. I think you guys make a great couple and I was just wondering if I could ever have a relationship like you guys. Heck, I even wonder if I can get a girlfriend first". Tim chuckled to himself while Zatanna looked at him sadly. "You know Tim, you don't have to beat yourself up like that. I know there are tons of girls out there who would love to be your girlfriend!" She gave him a supportive smile while he returned her smile with sad smile.
"I don't know Zatanna. The reason I asked you was because lately, I've been feeling kind of funny. I mean, it's not like I know the person, but this feeling makes me want to run up to her and just... I don't know, how to describe it myself actually". He looked away a little embarrassed that he was telling Zatanna this. "Hehe, that's cute Tim. It seems like you're beginning to like someone huh? Either that or you already have a crush on this lucky lady". Zatanna smiled and giggled, causing Tim to blush a little. Thank goodness he was hiding his eyes behind the sunglasses, even though Zatanna already knew what he looked like.
Tim was flustered and continued to eat his food. "Zatanna... I think I may have a small interest in her". Zatanna started giggling and Tim looked at her like she was crazy. "Tim.. I know you're not "slightly interested" in her. You liiiiiike her don't you?" Tim felt flustered again and started to laugh with Zatanna. Zatanna was thrilled to hear that the little Boy Wonder had a crush on a girl. It was exciting and fun at the same time because she regarded Tim as her younger brother.
"You're growing up so fast Tim. But anyways, who is the lucky girl?" Tim blushed to himself for a bit and looked away. "It's uh... Someone on the team". She nodded and couldn't help but to continue smiling. "What are you going to do about it?" Tim frowned and continued to eat his food; he was also pondering on what he should do and how he should approach the whole thing. "I honestly don't know, that's why I'm kind of telling you". He gave her a nervous laugh.
"Who ever it is, I advice you to be careful Tim. Girls are interesting, especially when they are beginning to develop into women". Tim gave her a nervous look and blushed to himself. "You're not going to give me the 'talk' are you?" Zatanna started to laugh and shook her head. "No! Of course not, you have Dick for that. However, I can tell you that you shouldn't doubt yourself too much Tim. I know you can get the girl to like you too. I mean, you're a handsome young man. You will probably be her mother's ideal son-in-law, if she's a nice girl". Tim started to feel flustered again, finishing his food quickly as Zatanna continued to give him advice.
"Zatanna, I seriously hope Dick marries you one day. You're such a wonderful person, you feel like a big sister to me". Tim said sincerely, he was really thankful that Zatanna was there to talk to him about his troubles. Zatanna blushed to herself when Tim mentioned 'marriage'. She wasn't quite sure if both Dick and herself were ready for that next step. "I'm here for you Tim, I'm glad you can come to me about this stuff". She laughed to herself with him joining in afterwards. They both continued to talk about small things for a while until Zatanna finished her food and decided to go back to her league duties.
When Zatanna reached the zeta platform, she gave Timothy an encouraging smile and a thumbs up as the zeta beam began to power up. "Good luck, Boy Wonder! I know you can do it!" She gave him a wink before she disappeared through the teleporation device. Tim smiled to himself when she disappeared. Putting his hands into his pockets, he walked towards the entertainment area and began to wonder how he was going to deal with these new feelings he had for Cassie.
It wasn't anything like love or something, he really wanted to get to know Cassie more before thinking about going serious. Who was he kidding, that's only if she even likes him or have any interest in him. Tim sighed as he sat down on the couch and begin to watch TV. Before he even knew it, he heard the zeta beam power up, indicating that someone else was there. He heard the name "Wonder Girl" echo throughout the base, making his heart stop for a beat. Maybe now was the time he can try to muster up some courage and ask for her phone number or something. He stood up and turned around to see Wonder Girl standing there in her civilian clothes, giving him a warm smile.
"Hey Robin, did you miss me?" Tim didn't know how to respond and to make things even more confusing, she went up to him and gave him a quick hug. "Uh.. I suppose?" Cassie looked down when he replied it like that. "Hey Cassie, of course I missed you, don't look like that". Tim gave her a small smile, eliciting another smile from Cassie. "Cassie, I've been meaning to ask, do you want to um... I don't know, go somewhere and have some fresh air?" Cassie gave him a questioning look and chuckled.
"Yeah, sure. Let's go have some fun!" Before Tim knew it, he was dragged towards the zeta beam and they were both teleported to who knows where.
That's it for this chapter. The next one will be on their adventure! Review please xD much love!
Sorry for any grammar mistakes. I'm working on the next chapter right now. So please be patient! =)