Nightwing looked up from his paper. He saw Changeling walking towards the bathroom in a hurry. He gave a suspicious eye when he noticed him struggling to grasp the handle of the bathroom door when it was right in front of him. His hair was disheveled and his uniform as well.

"Changeling, are you ok?"

Changeling looked up with worry. He gave a lazy smile and gave a small wave at Nightwing. "Uh, hey, Nightwing, what's up?..."

Nightwing stood closely in front of Changeling, eyeing him. Although he was drunk, Changeling knew what he was trying to do. He backed up quickly giving the two some needed space. "Woah, dude! Personal space."

"Your eyes are really red. Were you...crying?" Nightwing knew that things were tough right now, but he didn't expect Changeling to be crying so hard.

Changeling really had to release his bowels and took any opportunity he could get to get Nightwing out the way. "Um, yeah! It's been pretty hard." Changeling rubbed the back of his head to continue pulling off his lie.

Nightwing nodded his head and placed a strong hand on his shoulder. Changeling stiffened underneath his touch and kept his gaze on the floor. He was so drunk that he could see small white dancing dots. He fought hard not to laugh at them and blow his fake sincerity. He also wanted to keep the distance so that Nightwing would not smell the alcohol in his breath.

"We're a team. Don't hide away from us. If you ever need any help, come to me...ok?"

Changeling looked up into his masked eyes and nodded. When Nightwing passed him then turned the corner, he gave a big sigh of relief and ran into the bathroom.

"Boss! You should have seen it! This witch just came out of nowhere and started blasting us with this black power! Almost like magic."

"Of course it was like magic! She's a witch!" the other man said.

Omen sat in his chair, his hands clasped together over his mouth in thought as his workers continued to frantically tell their horror experience. He didn't know whether they were becoming delusional or if this actually happened. He didn't understand much of what these babbling buffoons were trying to say, but it intrigued him. Slade failed him by not accomplishing his mission. Now, he must compensate for what he failed to do. Besides, he and Slade used to be at good talking terms. It might be time to pay him a little visit.

"And that bastard Slade! If I get my hands on him again, I'll strangle him! Who does he think he is?" The blonde had a bandage on his forehead with tape to help keep it in place. He was certainly not a happy camper.

"Delilah!"

His young assistant soon walked in with a folder in her hands, She wore a tight black office dress and glasses on her face. She took little notice of the men and kept her attention on Omen.

"I will be paying Slade a friendly visit. Prepare for my departure."

She nodded her head and turned to leave the office but was interrupted by the blonde walking closely behind her with a smirk. "Hold on, baby. How about I take you out to lunch sometime?"

The chocolate-skinned man sighed and walked out of the office room, making sure the young female didn't get violated by his horny coworker.

"Omen Marth and I were once good business partners. We also were at the same military camp when we were young. He helped me build the wealthy empire that I have now. I saw him as a good friend, and the only person, other than Wintergreen, that I could trust. Everything was fine among us until one day he came in, eager with new plans. He wanted to create another business with me. As a friend and militant partner, I supported him with the idea, but I did not have any intentions of furthering my commitment to him and his new future. I was content with the business I had, and I was too busy fighting you and the Titans. I couldn't take on another responsibility. He was bitter about my decision in the beginning which led to a lot of arguments and petty fights between us, but he got over it...I assumed. Soon, I got a call from him saying that he no longer wanted to do business with me. I was confused; I didn't know why he was becoming agitated so quickly, but I then stopped caring. Fighting the Titans was a larger priority at the moment. I was slowly losing my good friend, but I guess it was for the best. He went his own way and built up the business he wanted which came out very successful, just as great as mine, even more, but our friendship was never the same. Greed got the best of him. He became jealous of what I had, and as a result, I kept my distance from him. We are quite alike. He is physically strong, possesses an evil mind, and also contains the weapons needed to take on any evil plans that he may wish to do. Although we don't talk, we still do business together. He stated that he no longer wanted anything to do with me, but took that back when he realized that I was the only one who could successfully get the rare items he needed for his own plans. I would do some tasks for him and vice versa. Like I said, he doesn't like it when things don't go his way, so he might be plotting something against me." Slade sighed. "He can be quite immature."

"Well, he's not the only one who gets upset when things don't go their way," Raven said under her breath.

Slade gave a scowl.

Raven sat in silence after hearing Slade's backstory with the man. It amazed her to hear that Slade had a friend. Who would have thought? "So what do we do now?"

Slade leaned back on the couch. His mask was off, so Raven could see the tiredness on his face. He leaned his head back and gave a deep sigh. "We wait until I can give him his order. If not, then, we'll have to see. Omen can be unpredictable at times."

"Well, that's helpful." Raven took the hot cup of tea off the table. She crossed her legs and quietly sipped from the hot cup. She wondered about her friends and how they were holding up. She knew that they were a wreck. Whenever one of them were missing, the balance would be completely thrown off, causing havoc among everyone. She hated to admit it but she enjoyed her time with Slade in his home, but she wished to see her friends and hear their happy voices.

Raven flinched when she felt Slade's strong fingers rub against her thigh. The vase behind them shattered in response to her shock. She turned back to Slade, blushing and mumbling a 'sorry'. From the looks of it, the vase seemed expensive.

Whenever Slade became stressed, he would release it through a hard workout, but he was beginning to make use of a new outlet, and that was through sexual contact with Raven. He certainly didn't oppose to this new method for it certainly felt much better and was less messy.

Slade smirked and leaned in closer to her. She didn't pull away but couldn't help hiding the small smile on her face. They locked lips passionately for what seemed like an eternity. Slade took the tea from her hands and smoothly placed it back on the table. With her hands-free, she wrapped them around Slade's neck, bringing him closer. She moaned softly into the kiss when he bit her bottom lip. She quickly gave him access. And they began to battle for dominance with their tongues. Slade's hand went to her back, bringing her even closer to him. He could feel her plump breasts against his chest. His hands trailed her body from her thighs to her waist and stomach. He was eager to explore more areas of the sorcerer's body.

They broke lip contact when Slade brought his face to the crook of her neck. Raven moaned loudly when the pleasurable burning of his kisses warmed her neck. It was her sensitive area and always aroused her. His hands held her hips tightly, bringing them closer to his. Raven wrapped her legs around his waist tightly to make sure he didn't pull away. She could feel her cheeks burning and her womanhood moist and trembling for more. Her panting and moans only aroused Slade even more. He felt his manhood hardening quickly. He took his face from her neck and trailed kisses down to Raven's breasts. He looked up at her face and only smiled when he saw how aroused she was becoming. He focused back on her chest and played with her right breast while he tenderly nibbled at the right nipple through her clothing. Raven arched her back from the pleasure. She was now moaning even louder. Slade wondered if Wintergreen could hear her in the other room. He continued to play with them, skillfully teasing her with his tongue. He could feel it hardening through her uniform. Slade's hand then started to inch its way to her sacred area, but he stopped when he heard Wintergreen's footsteps. He groaned in annoyance and pulled away from Raven who started to whimper from the heat and pleasure never has time to take her. He composed himself and gave Raven a hand with sitting upright on the couch. He also saw her annoyance. He chuckled and gave her a quick kiss which Raven eagerly responded. She felt so engrossed to him and his touch that she never wanted him to leave. Wintergreen entered with a towel in his hand.

"I hope I am not interrupting anything but..."

Lust crossed her arms with anger. "Well, you are!"

"Dinner is ready."

"Good. I'm famished."

Bee stood in front of Starfire's bedroom. Her hand was raised and ready to knock, but it was stuck in the air as if she was frozen. She was a little nervous to talk to Starfire. Sure they had a good relationship, but they never talked about anything personal like this.

"Hopefully my big mouth won't mess this up.''

Bee finally gained the guts and knocked firmly on Starfire's door. She didn't hear much inside the room, but she knew that she was in there. Bee knocked again and finally heard the soft scuffling of feet behind the door.

Starfire's door opened to show her sad face. Bee could tell that she was crying. Her cheeks were wet, eyes and nose were red. Bee just wanted to go up to her and hug the princess. She seemed to be going through the most.

"Hey Star, are you alright?"

Starfire looked up and gave her a weak smile. Bee noticed small white tissues strewn across the floor. "I am the ok. What brings you to my bedroom. Are you lost?"

"No, no. I'm here because I wanted to have a girl talk."

Usually, Starfire would clap and hop with glee, but now, she didn't feel liking talking at all. She simply wanted to continue her stay in her bedroom and weep. "Well, sure. I guess we could do that."

Starfire stepped to the side and had Bee awkwardly enter her bedroom. Bee looked around at the pink decor. Everything was pink. Silkie was lying on the floor in his bed. He seemed sad as well. Bee sat on her bed and waited for Starfire to join.

"So, what's up with you girl. You've been down, and I mean more down than usual."

Starfire's face softened and her eyes averted to the floor. "Yes. I have been very depressed."

"Why, Star, you're usually the happy one."

"...Nightwing and I did, the fighting."

"Physical?"

Starfire chuckled at the question. "Of course not! It was the verbal. Nightwing and I are taking time apart from each other."

Bee's eyes grew wide. "You and him broke up!? Why?"

Starfire shrugged, avoiding eye contact with her. "He seems to care more for his work and capture of Slade than me, his own girlfriend. He knew how I felt, and I hoped that he would change over the years, but nothing is different. He still locks himself away from me and doesn't seem to care."

Bee frowned from hearing that. Nightwing can be a jerk when he's in his working mode. "Star, Nightwing is a guy, and guys don't look at the outside picture. They focus on what's in front of them. I'm sure Nightwing did not push you out on purpose. He cares for you and wants to make sure you are safe from Slade."

"Well, he does a very bad job of showing that." Starfire snapped. She crossed her arms over her chest and pouted. It was the same thing over and over again.

Bee was taken back but didn't let it phase her. "Nightwing is a perfect example of a guy who only focuses on the inside picture. He doesn't take into account how he's affecting you and the others emotionally. Don't take it so personally He doesn't know. He's a smart leader, but a stupid boyfriend."

Starfire laughed. "I understand. He is busy, but there should be a line that he should not cross, which he continues to do. Nothing changes with him! He continues with the same antics. I am tired of it."

"Give him a second chance. Talk to him about this and come up with a plan to meet both of your needs. I don't know how long you guys have been together, but I'm sure that it's been awhile. Don't throw away a relationship just because Nightwing is oblivious. He just needs some womanly guidance"

Starfire turned to Bee and gave her a bone crushing hug. Tears streamed down her face. "Oh thank you, Bee, for coming and having the girl talk with me."

Bee blushed and patted the woman's back. "No problem. I gotta' go check on Mas and Menos. I haven't heard from them in awhile. Gotta' make sure that they're not breaking anything in the Tower. But remember what I said."

"Oh yes! I shall. Thank you, again. I hope you and Cyborg will continue with your relationship as well."

Bee's blushed. "How do you know, Star?"

Starfire giggled. "Oh, I heard you and Cyborg doing the naughty acts in his bedroom the other night."

Bee was completely frozen in her spot. It's so embarrassing to get caught being intimate with your lover. "Ok, well..bye!"

Omen silently looked around the grand office. It was bland, of course. "Slade has always taken the boring side of things. I wonder where he is...might as well take my own tour of this lovely estate.

"These potatoes are delicious, Wintergreen."

"Oh thank you, Miss Raven. It's good to hear someone complimenting my cooking." Wintergreen smiled then gave Slade a glare.

He rolled his eyes and continued eating his large portion of chicken. "I always compliment you with your cooking, Wintergreen." He said with a full mouth.

"How are you, Miss Raven? Are you enjoying your time here?"

Raven blushed. She definitely had fun with Slade. "Yes, but I miss my friends."

Slade stopped his eating and looked at her. It wasn't anger, but only disappointment. He didn't want to risk her communicating with them. He would hate for her to leave him.

He sighed and continued eating. "That could be arranged."

Raven was taken back by his statement. She didn't think he would give in that easy, but she knew that he wasn't too happy about doing it. She smiled at him then looked down at her plate. She had to talk to them.

"Wintergreen, is there more food?" Slade had already finished his plate and was still hungry for more. Raven was shocked by this, but he's a big man, of course, he will eat this much.

"Big man indeed." Lust purred.

"What, no dinner for me?"

Everyone turned to the unfamiliar voice among them.

It was Omen. He was standing at the entrance of the dining area with a black, expensive cane in his hand, and navy blue suit on.

"What are you doing in my home?" Slade hissed.

Omen shrugged and took a seat at one of the many open seats. "I wanted to check up on you, old pal. Is that a crime?"

Raven stared at him. This is the person Slade was telling her?

"He's handsome." Lust seductively said.

"Leave!" Slade demanded. He got up from his seat, ready to kick Omen out if he needed to.

"Not until we talk." He said seriously. Playtime is over and they needed to settle this now.

Sorry that I posted this late; I've been really enjoying my break. I hope you enjoyed this chapter! Don't forget to review. Also, updating may be a little spotty the next two weeks because finals are coming up, and I have to start writing more chapters, so please be patient with me. I will try my best to bring you more chapters.