(Here is Chapter 3, enjoy as always ~RavensMind~)
Chapter 3: Revised, Rise and Conquer
As the elevator reached the main floor, Cyborg turned to Razor and Valora. They were both nervously fidgeting while leaning on the wall of the elevator. While they hadn't spoken to any of the other Titans, they had heard of them before – and the two recruits didn't feel like they deserved to be working with them. Cyborg was nice enough to them, but he still seemed intimidating to them.
"Relax guys. You've got nothing to worry about, we'll get you guys caught up quickly and before you know it – you'll be picking off bad guys in your sleep," Cyborg said, reassuringly.
"Yeah…Just can't believe I'll be doing it with you guys, it's…unreal," Razor said, stepping off the elevator with Cyborg and Valora.
"Do Robin and Raven visit much?" Valora asked, looking around – inspecting the hall.
"We talk every now and then, but they haven't been back here since they left the Titans," Cyborg said, as they walked to the living room.
"Why not?" Valora asked.
"They're busy dealing with the criminals in the city they moved to and…I don't think Raven wants to be around Beast Boy anymore, but I'm not sure," Cyborg said.
As they entered the living room, a fork flew past them and hit the floor in the hallway. Beast Boy was standing with his arm extended on the opposite side of the sofa directly in front of them, Terra was ducking behind the sofa, and Starfire was standing off to the side with a surprised look on her face. A very appropriate welcome…
"What in the…? Guys, I told you to be ready to meet the new recruits and be…just," Cyborg said, pausing to sigh heavily before continuing, "Valora, Razor, these are your new teammates – Terra, Starfire, and…Beast Boy."
Terra stood up and walked over to greet Razor and Valora, brushing her hair with her hand before extending it.
"Terra. Cool to meet you," Terra said, as Razor accepted her offer for a handshake.
"'Cool' to meet you, too," Razor said.
Starfire practically rushed over to greet Valora before Terra could even turn her head. Embracing Valora and picking her up, Starfire smiled and said, "Greetings, Valora – I am Starfire. I know you will be a glorious new friend!"
Briefly stunned, Valora adjusted before speaking, "it's nice to meet you and all but, Starfire…put me down." Starfire complied and gently let Valora back down. Starfire swiveled around and did the same thing for Razor, ignoring his protest. "Starfire, hi…put me down," Razor said. Starfire did so, and then Terra turned and offered her hand to Valora.
"Nice to meet you, Terra," Valora said, shaking her hand.
"Can't wait to see what you two can do," Terra said.
As Terra spoke, Beast Boy climbed over the couch and leapt in front of Razor.
"Dude, you play video games?" Beast Boy asked.
"Not really. Too busy sparring and looking for crooks," Razor said.
"So, no fun?" Beast Boy asked.
"That is fun," Razor said.
"Sure…whatever, dude," Beast Boy said, turning from him to face Valora, "Do you play video games?"
"I mostly play mind games, don't bother picking up a controller for these…you won't win," Valora said.
"Yeah? Try me," Beast Boy said.
"I already did. You lost, by the way," Valora said, grinning slightly.
"What?!" Beast Boy asked, confusedly.
"Relax, Beast Boy. I'll show you two to your rooms now, if you'd like," Terra said.
"Yeah, I'd like to get my things in order," Razor said.
"Sure, I want to rest anyway," Valora said.
"Okay, follow me," Terra said, leading them from the living room as Cyborg led Beast Boy aside while Starfire went to the kitchen to get something to eat.
Walking down the hall, Terra positioned herself in between Razor and Valora. She was pleasantly surprised with Razor and Valora, she hadn't expected them to be as nice as they seemed. After Robin and Raven left, she was convinced they wouldn't get replacements, or any that were nice at all. Maybe what was going on at that time had more effect on her than she knew? She hoped they would all get along well, although Valora seemed to already pick up on Beast Boy's personality. Razor reminded her of Robin in a way, but he was still different.
"So, did you two know each other before you came here?" Terra asked.
"No, we just met when Cyborg picked us up and drove us here," Razor said.
"Okay. So is either of you involved with anyone?" Terra asked.
"No-," Razor started.
"Why?" Valora interrupted.
"Just curious," Terra said.
"No," Valora said.
"I'm sure we'll have more time to talk later, but Razor, here is your room – Robin's old room. Get set up and whatever you need, we're here," Terra said.
"Cool. Thanks, Terra. I'll talk to you guys later," Razor said, walking into the room and turning on the light.
"Anytime," Terra said, walking away from Razor with Valora.
They continued down the hall in relative silence as Terra wasn't sure how Valora might react to her questions.
"So…what do you do for fun?" Terra asked.
"Honestly? I mess with people's heads and writing," Valora replied.
"I'm starting to really like you," Terra said, chuckling.
"I like you too. Could we talk later? I just need someone to talk to is all," Valora said.
"Sure!" Terra said, as they walked up to Raven's room, "here's your room – Raven's old room. I'll come and check on you later, okay?"
"Sounds good," Valora said, as she opened Raven's door and walked in to the room, turning on the lights.
"You guys will do fine here, I know it!" Terra said.
"Thanks for the support," Valora said.
"It's what we're here for," Terra said.
Terra walked away, content, and optimistic about their new team members, wondering how the criminals in Jump were going to react now that the Titans were going to be back in full force.
(Sorry these last two were short, I'll try and make the next one longer now that my classes are done. As always, thanks for reading, and I'd love any feedback for these new characters and the story! ~RavensMind~)