Wolf isnt in the story yet, therefore, he did not poop on the floor.
"We need to talk." Artemis said loudly as she walked into the meeting room with Robin behind her where Batman, Green Arrow, and Black Canary were talking about an upcoming mission.
"Artemis?" Ollie asked as he stood up from his chair. "What is it?" He asked as Batman and Black Canary also stood up.
"Robin." Batman said in warning.
Robin glanced at Batman before looking at Ollie.
"You're really gonna just send him away?" Artemis asked.
Ollie sighed. "Artemis-"
"I don't want to hear it." Artemis said. "Don't you realize what an opertunity this is?"
Ollie gave her a questioning look. "What do you mean?"
"I'm not gonna be able to be you protégé forever." Artemis said.
Ollie dragged his hands down his face in exasperation.
"She has a point, Ollie." Black Canary said softly.
"I cant-" Ollie started but was cut off by Robin.
"Why not?" Robin asked. "He has enough skill, plus he kicked my-"
"Robin."
"-butt when we were sparring! He's fully capable of being your side kick!"
"You don't get it, Robin." Ollie said. "I can't just adopt him."
"You adopted Roy!" Artemis said.
"That's different-"
"How is it different?" Robin asked.
"Roy could take care if himself. He didn't need as much care and support as Turnip would need!"
"What's that mean?" Artemis asked.
Ollie sighed. "As much as I care about Turnip already and what a capable protégé he his, I'm not a suitable..." Ollie trailed off.
"Father figure?" Artemis asked.
"Exactly." Ollie said.
"Ollie," Artemis started quietly. "It doesn't matter if you're an absolute clueless billionaire with no idea of how to raise a kid. You could still be a good father."
"Seriously dude," Robin said. "Just look at Batman."
Artemis's hand shot to her mouth to muffle the giggles.
Batman rolled his eyes.
"And I turned out great!" Robin said.
"Another good point." Black Canary said, nudging Ollie.
"Please Ollie..." Artemis asked.
"But I can't relate to him." Ollie said. "Everything that kids gone through...what am I suppose to do if he has problems with that? Its not like I could just say 'I understand' or whatever else. We have nothing in common."
"Why are are you making excuses?" Artemis asked. "You know you want to adopt him!"
"We would help you guys, Ollie." Black Canary said softly. "And Robin and Batman would obviously be able to help the most."
"Seriously Ollie." Robin said.
"At least you would not have to worry about him swinging from the chandeliers and draperies." Batman said.
Robin gave a sheepish laugh and rubbed the back of his neck.
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Artemis, Dinah and Ollie (Batman and Robin had patrol) walked into the rec room were Turnip was sitting on the couch in-between M'gann and Conner.
Turnip's eyes were puffy and sad but he smiled at M'gann as she was once again was talking about her shows. Conner just stared at the TV, resting his face in his hand.
Turnip's smile weakened slightly at the sight of Ollie, but he ignored them and continued to pay attention to M'gann.
"Turnip?" Ollie asked hesitantly.
Turnip looked at Ollie again. "The papers are right here..." He said quietly, picking up the papers.
"Ollie wants to tell you something." Artemis said as she walked over and sat next to M'gann.
Turnip continued to look at Ollie. "A-Are you okay, Ollie?" Turnip asked quietly.
In all honesty, Ollie looked like he was going to be sick. "Yeah, I um..."
M'gann started squeeling happily. She clamped her hands over her mouth. "Sorry! You were thinking too loud."
Ollie nodded.
"Just say it." Dinah said softly.
"Okay, good idea." Ollie said. "Turnip, I've decided to adopt you." He looked at Dinah. "Did I word that right?"
Dinah just smiled at him.
Turnip's eyes widened. "I-I thought you couldn't..." He said quietly.
"I guess I've had some sense talked into me..." Ollie said.
Turnip stood up and ran over to Ollie and hugged him.
M'gann started squeeling again. "I'm so happy!"
Conner sniffed. "I smell smoke."
"Darn it!"
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