Hey guys! Here's the next part to the story, hope you enjoy it! Thanks for all the comments and support it really has helped me get through some of the writers block I've been having lately. It's always good to have constructive criticism and support from fans so thanks a lot, I really do appreciate it. :)
Oh and sadly nothing has changed, I still DO NOT own young justice *pouts*
Chapter 14- Brothers Part 3
Roy pulls the old red Camaro through the rusty and foreboding gates of Gotham's Cemetery before taking another glance at the back seat passenger for a reaction.
He had been doing this the whole trip, glancing backwards and sometimes openly staring at the figure cocooned in blankets, watching for any kind of reaction. He didn't want to make Dick upset but he was truly worried for his little brother when the first place he wanted to go after his break out was the cemetery.
He knew where Dick was specifically going so he maneuvered the car as close as possible to the gravesite before giving Wally a nervous glance and turning back to Dick.
"You sure you want to do this?"
"Yes I have to, I haven't visited them in months." Dick reasoned with a determined and drained expression.
"Aw, come on I'm sure they understand you were practically glued to a bed for the past few months."
"It doesn't matter I still want to see them." Dick responded quietly.
"Okay then." Roy said as he opened the driver's side door and retrieved the wheelchair from the trunk.
Wally turned back and offered a small smile before exiting his seat and going to help Dick out of the back.
"Easy now." Wally said as he eased the boy wonder into the prepped wheelchair. He could practically feel Dick's weak muscles trembling with effort.
Breathlessly the bird managed a small nod and a wince before being loaded into the chair and situated properly.
Now being mobile Dick pointed to where he wanted to be positioned and after another reassurance and a sad smile he sent them back to the Camaro to wait. Giving the bird privacy the two heroes left the gravesite and made their way back to the rusty car.
"You think he's going to be okay?" Wally asked while looking at their fallen friend from afar.
Roy took a steadying breath "He may be sick but he's still Robin, always will be."
"yeah" Wally chuckled weakly with tears in his eyes " It's just really hard to see him like this."
"I know, Wally, I know." Roy said trying to hide the tremble in his wavering voice.
BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKDANCE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE.
"Hey guys, it's been a while hasn't it?" Dick started weakly staring at the gravestones of his once lively parents. He could still remember their voices echoing in his head and their love in his heart, it made every bone in his body ache with longing and sadness, that echo reaching every part of his frail body.
"I know you guys wanted me to be happy and I want you to know that I am. Bruce has been really good through all of this. He's made me happy, my friends have made me happy. And I want you to know although you guys are gone, I have a family here. The League, Young Justice, all of them have made me thankful for the life I was given. "
There was a long pause before Dick could find the voice to speak. "but I still wanted to thank you for everything you taught me."
"Mom, you taught me that there is hope in even the darkest of situations and Dad, you taught me how to take that hope and use it as strength. As much as I wish I could see you guys I know that I need to pull through this and use what you taught me. I'm sorry but I don't plan on seeing you guys for a long time." Dick says with tears running down his face.
"I need to make it through this…for my family."
BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKDANCE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE. BREAKLINE.
It was only about twenty minutes before Dick called Roy and Wally over to help him back into the car. None of them said a word as they loaded everything back into the Camaro and headed back to the hospital. "Wait!" Dick voiced when he realized where they were going.
"What? What is it?" Roy asked alarmed at Dick's sudden outburst.
Dick sat back and blushed. "There…there's one more thing I want to do."
Roy shared a glance with Wally. "And what would that be?"
"Well…it's hard to explain just make a left here." Roy shrugged and turned the car.
"Dick, we need to get you back to hospital you're getting worse." Wally said motioning to Dick's labored breathing.
"No, I need to do this one last thing then we can go back."
Wally looks sympathetic and eventually caves after Dick gives him the most heartbreaking puppy dog look. "Okay fine but if you get any worse your ass is going straight to the hospital."
Dick smiles and nods.
It's only another three turns and two stoplights before they reach the outside of an apartment complex.
"You sure this is where you want to go? Not for ice cream or the mall, you know it's not everyday you accomplish a prison break." Roy questions.
"Yes, I'm sure this is definitely a thousand times better." Dick smiles and motions to leave the car. Roy and Wally once again help the bird into the contraption before being directed to buzz apartment C-5 and ask for someone named Barbra.
After a minute or so a red headed girl with bright blue eyes appears at the front entrance, at first she stands there looking confused until she spots Dick. With a wide smile she rushes out the door before nearly tackling Dick and his wheelchair to the ground. "Short Pants! You made it!" She exclaims happily.
"Of course I did, what kind of friend would I be if I missed your birthday." Dick smirks after having his hair ruffled and his cheek kissed. Dick blushes instantly and looks away for a distraction, spotting Roy and Wally. "Barbara these are my friends, Wally and Roy." Barbara nods to the both before introducing herself and then quickly turning back to Dick. "Wow Dick I can't believe Bruce let you come here! Speaking of which where is he?" Barbara looks around before her face contorts to an expression of confusion.
"Uh, yeah about that. I may or may have not broken out of the hospital without Bruce's permission." Dick looks up at Barbra sheepishly while playing with his fingers as a distraction.
Barbara looks taken back, almost stunned "You broke out of the hospital!?" she finally exclaims."Dick you're sick! You can't just leave whenever you want to!" Barbara shrieks looking nervous.
"Barbara don't go all mother-mode on me I'm fine plus I have two great babysitters." Dick chuckles half-heartedly.
"Don't joke about this! This is serious Dick." She reprimands
It's Dick's turn to look stunned "I…I'm sorry I just missed you and really wanted to visit on your birthday." Dick expresses sadly, looking down at his knees.
Barbara's expression softens before she kneels down in front of Dick and gives him a warm hug.
"I missed you too." She whispers with tears in her eyes.
Dick overcomes his initial shock and relishes in Barbara's warmth and happiness.