Teen Titans – Video Games Are Fun!
Chapter 4: It Never Stops!
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Singofthelove – Wow-er than before! Not only am I getting reviewed by such a great author… but "the" Starfire herself! I never knew that Starfire was such a horndog! Then again, I bet that she's got some pretty dirty thoughts going through her head while staring at Robin like she… I mean "you" always do! But, in all seriousness, I really felt like I was reading a review from Starfire herself! Thanks for the review!
TDG3RD – Yeah, BB's gonna start complaining about all the stuff that Raven gets and she's just gonna be sarcastic in response… duh! Plus, he's gonna be puttin' that sword to good use, cuz normal clothes don't change when he does. Wonder what I mean? Read to find out! Mwahahahahahahahahahaha-ehem… Thanks for the scrumtrillescent review!
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Author's Notes: I just wanna thank everyone who's reviewed. I truly appreciate every last one. They're all so kind. I'm so happy that my first REAL story is being taken so well.
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Raven's POV
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I was thoroughly confused by now. Far too much had happened, and I knew that Beast Boy was just as upset and bothered as myself. We've had far too much exposure to death today, and against popular belief, I don't like death. I may not look it, but I love life, humanity, and the beauty that it can create. I've just never been able to show it, and although I would never admit it, part of how I act has been influenced by the earthly idealism of "Goths".
We were back in the vast field, finally free from the darkness that threatened to consume. And, I couldn't be happier… but, something still disturbed me. What had gotten into me back there? When I saw what was happening to Beast Boy, I had been filled with a mixture of rage and terror. I wished that it could've been me being pulled into the darkness instead of Beast Boy. He's always represented the light off in the distance, that I could run to whenever the darkness became too much… but now, that light had dimmed slightly. Although he tried to seem normal, he couldn't hide the trauma… and… sadness that was flowing off of him in waves. It scared me…
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BB's POV
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The relief I felt was overwhelming. I no longer had to worry about the consuming darkness that laid only a short distance behind myself. I knew that I hadn't fully recovered from the side affects of that zombies attack, but I hoped that it wouldn't be permanent. But, maybe this could be a bit of a freeing experience. I've always been known as the dimwitted, cheery, jokester. But, that was only one part of my personality. The other part only came out in the privacy of my own room… but now, it was out and Raven saw it firsthand…
I felt a slight change in atmosphere as we drew near to the village. There was a flight of steps made as to make the clime less strenuous for exhausted travelors… which we could be considered by now. Although we had exerted almost no physical energy, we were both mentally and emotionally drained, and I could only hope that the village had an inn.
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Raven's POV
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We had finally reached the village. I continued to follow Beast Boy. I had absolutely no knowledge of where to go or what to do, and I only hoped that Beast Boy was more familiar with our surroundings.
I was beginning to wonder if Beast Boy was as clueless as myself when we approached a large building. Even with its great size, it held an odd sense of comfort.
"Here we are" said Beast Boy, calling back to me.
I just followed him through the door. I decided to stay back while he approached the counter. I didn't really want to socialize with anybody quite yet.
I saw him talking to the innkeeper… or whatever she would be called. It was at that point that I realized that we didn't have any money. That bothered me slightly. I didn't want to have to sleep outside or anything. But, I was relieved when Beast Boy turned and walked over to me with a wide grin on his face.
"It took some effort… but I got us a room!" he said, that grin only growing.
"'A' room?" I asked slightly apprehensive. "As in 'one' room?"
"Yeah, sorry 'bout that. But, we're kinda getting it for free, so we really can't complain."
"For free?" I asked him in slight surprise.
"Well…" he began, causing me to eye him suspiciously. "Sort of. We kinda gotta help the village with a small zombie problem."
"You're kidding… right?" I asked with fear growing, once again, in the pit of my stomach. Doesn't this shit ever end?
"Yeah, sorry. But, it was the only way I could get them to agree."
"Do we have to do it today?"
"Yeah… but, we've gotta wait until nightfall anyways" he said scratching the back of his neck nervously. I just sighed quietly and placed my hand on my forehead, finally noticing the migraine that had formed. "Come on. Let's get to the room and relax for a bit. We won't have to go out for a couple hours."
I followed him with some slight relief at the prospect of rest. I sooooooo didn't wanna do this… what the hell! 'Sooooooo'… 'wanna'… when'd I start thinking like that? Damned exhaustion!
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Starfire's POV
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I was quite confused. I had been searching all over the tower for friends Beast Boy and Raven, but had come up… empty handed… is that the Earth phrase? They simply were nowhere to be found. I had checked both of their rooms in hopes of finding one of them at least. It wouldn't have been so difficult to fathom one or the other being out… but both at once?
I eventually became discontent with my search. I decided to enlist the assistance of a friend. Since friend Cyborg is currently occupied with his repairs on the Station of Games and random fits of the crying, I would have to ask friend Robin… not that I'm doing the complaining!
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Robin's POV (Hey, it's not my fault that Robin starts with an 'R' too!)
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I was beginning to get worried. Star had just been wandering the tower, seemingly looking for something. I decided to ask her what it was.
I was turning a corner in my search for her when I slammed into something soft… yet firm at the same time.
"Friend Robin?"
I leapt back in surprise. "Starfire?"
"Yes, it is I, friend Robin… what is it that you are searching for on my chest?"
I suddenly turned my gaze from her… chest, and stared down at my feet in embarrassment. Way to go, boy blunder! Then, I remembered my reason for wandering the halls in the first place. "Starfire, whatcha been up to?"
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Starfire's POV
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Robin's question reminded me of my goal at hand. "I have been looking for friends Beast Boy and Raven. They do not seem to be anywhere within the tower. Where do you think that they could be?"
"I think they finally went out… or better yet… got a room" Robin replied with a smirk spreading across his masked face.
"What is this 'getting of a room' that you speak of?" I asked, for I did not understand the saying, and I had been planning on asking eventually as well. "I have heard friends Beast Boy and Cyborg using the same phrase in our direction."
Quite oddly, in my opinion, friend Robin's face attained a dark reddish tint after I spoke.
"I'll tell ya' later, Star. I think I should call Beast Boy and Raven on their communicators." He, then, quickly rushed down the hall away from me. I sighed and slumped against the wall. It seems like everything I say to him as of late is the wrong thing.
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BB's POV
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I was ecstatic! Not only was I holding Raven's hand, leading her to our room, but there was absolutely no hint of resistance from her. But, of course, I came to a realization that sent my mood into the gutters. She was just so confused and lost in her own thoughts that she probably wasn't even aware of what was happening.
We finally reached the room that we would be staying at for the next week or so. It was a simple design. There were two beds, one against each wall, each with a nightstand. There was a table with two chairs and a basic fireplace and a door leading to another room.
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Raven's POV
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I allowed Beast Boy to sit me on one of the beds and watched him open a door. But, due to the direction the door opened, I was unable to see in. But, whatever it was I couldn't see must've been pretty interesting because Beast Boy's eyes went wide as he turned back to me with a wide grin on his face.
My curiosity quickly began to outway my fatigue, so I approached him and saw the most beautiful sight of my entire life. Smack in the middle… technically the northeast… of this medieval country, was an inn with a modern bathroom. I just stood and stared at the large white… and clean room. It had a basic counter with built in sink, a toilet (thank Azarre), and a… bathtub! I immediately dashed past Beast Boy and slammed the door nearly in his face. I almost tore off my robe and leotard while I let the water… the heated water… run.
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BB's POV
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I was surprised at Raven's actions… for a second, then I heard the water running and understanding struck. She must've felt filthy after all she'd seen today. But, my understanding was quickly replaced by anger… not just annoyance… but full, blown out anger! I was just about to burst into the room and make her wait her turn. I've gone through way more than her today! But, thankfully, I realized what was happening quickly enough and forced myself back against the wall and began to do some breathing exercises. I had to calm down. I couldn't let whatever that zombie did to me make me hurt her again. I couldn't stand hurting my Raven anymore.
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Raven's POV
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I knew that Beast Boy was in need of some comfort… probably even more than myself. So, I made the bath as quick as possible. I just cleaned myself up and sat in the steamy warmth for about ten minutes and quickly got out and wrapped myself in a couple towels. I used my powers to filter the water so that Beast Boy could have a perfectly clean bath without having to drain and refill the tub.
With my work done, I exited the room… and felt my heart break when I saw Beast Boy. He was slumped against the far wall, breathing deeply, gripping his head with his hands. I felt horrible for him. I should have realized that he wasn't completely back to normal and the smallest thing could set him off again. I dashed over to him and lent down in front of him and grabbed his face. I forced his head up so that he was looking at me. I looked at him with a stern yet caring expression on my face.
"I'm sorry, Beast Boy" I began trying to calm him down. "I should've let you go first. You've gone through so much more than me. But, I've got a fresh bath all ready for you."
He finally focused his eyes right on mine. He didn't speak. He probably thought that if he spoke, he'd lose the little control he had. I backed away from him as to let him get up. He stood and passed me. Just as he was about to enter the bathroom, he stopped and turned to face me, and spoke in a forced voice "thank… you… Raven…" and he shut the door.
I ran over to the door and almost smacked myself for what I was about to do. "Could you throw my stuff out here?" He did so with absolutely no hesitation and shut the door just as quickly as he had opened it. None of this phased me, for I knew that he was just trying to overcome whatever poison made him feel this way.
I grabbed my cloak and leotard and threw them on. I had a plan, and I wanted to complete it before Beast Boy came back out.
I did a quick one-over of the room and was thankful to see the sword laying on the bed that Beast Boy had probably claimed for himself. I grabbed said sword and left the room.
When I reached the lobby, I approached the counter. Who knows better about a town than the innkeeper? "May I help you?" she asked. She was a nice looking girl with short red hair and a long dress that was half blue and half green.
"Where would I find a tailor or… somewhere to buy a sheath for my sword?" I asked, holding up my blade to show what I was referring to.
After I got some directions, I nodded in thanks to the woman and quickly left the inn. I followed her directions to the tailor shop. I was fully aware that neither of us would make it for very long in our current clothes. I was wearing something that could pass off as some basic robes… but was made of a material that was obviously unknown in this dimension. But, Beast Boy, on the other hand, was running around in purple and black tights. That just wouldn't do.
At the tailor shop, I was pleasantly surprised to find that there isles of clothing. I had never been more thankful for the existence of mass production. After a short while of looking around, I've never been a big fan of shopping, so I made it as quick a process as possible, I found what I wanted… or at least, close enough.
For myself, I had found some basic robes and undergarments to go with them for myself, and some basic tunics and pants for Beast Boy. I could only hope that everything fit. I approached the check-out counter, fully aware of my lack of local currency.
The man did a quick one-over of my selections, then a quick one-over of myself and quickly spoke with a more-than-obvious studder. "I-it's o-o-on the h-h-h-h-house…" I thanked the man and gave him one more of the seductive looks and poses that had caused him to become so charitable.
I quickly placed all the clothing in bags and left the shop before the man could regain his senses. Men, they're the same everywhere…
Next stop, the smithy…
I entered the shop and approached the counter. I stood there for a bit, just waiting for the shop keeper to come out. I had just began to zone out when I heard a "What's a nice lookin' lady doin' in a place like this?", causing me to jump nearly out of my skin. I grabbed my chest and calmed myself quickly… just one perk of having to control my emotions all my life…
"I need a sheath" I began, and just stopped. Then, an idea struck me and I continued as the man was just smirking at me. "… and a shield."
"Now, what business d'ya got wit' such manly equipment?"
I was about to tear off his head for his blunt insolence but decided that charming him would be a smarter approach. So, I put on the most pleading and timid expression that I could muster. "I need these for my… brother! And, I'm letting him have some alone time after his run-in with a ReDead." I then put my hands together in a pleading motion… which looked just a bit less innocent due to the sword that was still in one hand, but the large, hairy man didn't seem to care.
His face had changed from his previous cocky one to one of care, concern, and… was that fear? "Oh, don't ya' worry yer' lil' head, ma'am. I'm gonna get you ev'ryting ya' need… free of charge!" Wow, people here sure are easy to manipulate!
I stood and waited as the large man rummaged through the piles of junk behind the counter, and was vastly relieved when he finally came out with what I had asked for.
"'Ere's a nice shield fer yer brother and I tink dat this sheat' should fit yer blade nicely" he said handing the equipment o'er-I mean 'over' to me. I took the two objects and thanked the man with an over-emphasized full-handed handshake, fooling the man into thinking that I was flustered and ready to weep in thanks. If Beast Boy ever does go for an acting job, maybe I should consider joining him…
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BB's POV
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I was finally on my way to calming down. The mixture of warm water and the remnants of Raven's scent… lavender and incense… seemed to work together to form the perfect therapy.
I had just about fallen asleep in the tub when I heard the door open. I had heard Raven leave earlier, so I assumed that it was just her returning. But, my nerves began to rise as the bathroom door began to open. The sound couldn't have been heard by any normal person, but I'm far from normal.
I assumed that Raven was just checking on me, so I decided to show her that I was back to… myself. "Come in to check me out?" I asked. I waited for a response, but none came. Then, the scent hit me. It wasn't particularly odd… but it wasn't Raven. I continued to act calm, hoping to catch this person off guard when they finally came within range. "If you just wanna stare, it's fine with me. I'm actually kinda flattered."
The creature had been slowly approaching the entire time that I was talking. I continued, knowing that I had just another second or two. "Coming for a better view?" I asked before I quickly grabbed the hand of the… person? Whatever it was had a freakishly wide wrist. I don't think it's here to clean! I used my lightweight form to swing myself over its back landing myself behind it. I turned to give it a sharp kick to the back of its neck… and felt it wrap its fist around my ankle. It lifted me up and looked me straight in the face.
Its face looked oddly like that of a greenish-brown bulldog. It gave me an odd feral grin before swinging me around and hurling me against the far wall. The collision was so hard that I could do nothing but lay stunned on the ground.
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Raven's POV
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When I returned to the room, I was surprised to find that the door was already open. I supposed that Beast Boy had just gone for a walk, but that theory was dashed when I heard his voice from the bathroom. "Coming for a better view?"
I was confused for a second until I heard a grunt followed shortly by a quick shriek. I slowly approached the bathroom and looked through the door just in time to see Beast Boy be thrown against the far wall. Then, I saw what had thrown him. It could best be described as hideous.
I was quite pleased to realize that it was alive. So, I chanted my mantra quietly and grabbed him with a claw made up of my power and tied him down to the ground. I used another tentacle of my power to carry the sword over to Beast Boy who was just recovering. He looked at me confused.
I looked at him with a slight smirk. "Care for the honors?"
"Huh?"
"Hey, he interrupted YOUR bath. You get the honors" I replied, my smirk never dying. Normally, I would've tried to just get rid of this… thing without killing him. But, I knew that that wouldn't work in this world. Seeming to understand what I was getting at, Beast Boy grabbed the blade, pulled it from the sheath after examining it for a bit. Then, with what looked like a grimace, he jammed it through the heart of the struggling beast.
The creature seemed to disintegrate around the blade in its abdomen at such a quick rate that I lost my balance from my forceful grip on it with my powers. I was able to catch myself on the door jam. I then turned away from Beast Boy and threw him some of the clothes, saying "Here, now get dressed. I think I've seen enough for this year." I then quickly exited the bathroom and closed the door.
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BB's POV
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I wasn't completely sure what was going on, but I think Raven just saw me naked… and didn't threaten me with physical harm. "She's totally in love with me" I said to myself, a smirk spreading across my face. I felt exactly like myself for the first time since the ReDead attack. Guess I just needed to kill something bigger than me to finish the recovery process… weird…
A/N: Wow! That was a fun chapter! I tried to get a little of everything into it… a bit of comedy, romance, and even some action… admittingly not much, but they haven't run into anything all that big yet. Just wait until the next chapter. Raven and Beast Boy'll be headin' to the graveyard!
I would like at least four reviews for this chapter before I'll update. But, if that doesn't seem to be happening, I'll probably just update anyways. But, it'll take longer and be of a lesser quality… as if my quality could possibly go down right? OH, I'm feeling really weird about my little mistake on this site. I bet a few of you've run into it. If somebody could send me a tutorial on how to remove an entire story, I'd be indebted to him/her for the remainder of… corn!
By the way, I'm gonna try to finish this story before the world ends from Bob Saggot(don't like him enough to spell his name right) sais something to make me laugh.
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