Wooohuuu here's an update for all you lovely people! *-* Sorry if the end bit is kinda suckish... And here's a heads up: This MIGHT end up with a cliff hanger... Depends on your POV muahahah (I can't help myself... I try not to do them.. I swear! But they just... type themselves... And there's nothing I can do about them :/)

So anyway, thanks to the adorable's: Poseidon'sdaugther3 (O.O Please DON'T throw a wheelchair at me D: Omgosh, that must hurt REAL BAD.. I could ask Klarion if it hurts.. Seeing as I'm aware he's had a few thrown at him recently.. *evil laugh* I believe you might get your wish... also depends on your POV lol.. hope tu gusta! my spanish suucks :x); Spezria26 (aww love you too *-* lol); Chalant (Omgosh, I just love you because of the name you used.. 'Chalant' rules.. Enough said.); Ashley (omgosh, I kinda hate batgirl too :x so I totally frown while writing her and Dick together -.-); Sujaku28 (Omgosh, another one wishing for a catfight.. So yeah, you might get your wish.. depends on your pov.. LOL.. and as for your other question.. I'm not really sure.. Cause well *hides face* I think I'd be RUBBISH at writing them .); BlueDinosaurs (Zatanna's one of my faves too *-* I was so extremely happy when she first showed up... And yeah, I personally thought I made Dick a little too angry.. But I figured if something like that happened to me, I'd be VERY pissed... But yeah, he'll calm down *-* And about the cliffhangers... I'm soooorry! I can't help it .); Tdyn0 (I knoow right? D: I feel terrible for them also... But heh- I know how this ends *smirks*)

So... Onto the story, yey? \O/ Hands up for Chalant ~ \o/ \o/ \o/ \o/ *-* Gotta love 'em... *evil laugh* (no idea why 'evil laugh' but oh well) Enjoy! ^^

Chapter Two

The ride to the mansion was a silent one. Dick had called Bruce in advance, begging for him not to be there for a while. It wasn't an easy thing to go through with, but the Bat soon gave up, saying he had to patrol Gotham. Dick's attempts to converse with Zatanna were proven to be in vain. He could tell she was nervous, and this only made him even more anxious to know the truth.

Alfred welcomed them into the mansion, extremely happy to be seeing Zatanna again.
"I bet master Richard is thrilled that you're back." He said quietly, but not enough for Dick not to hear, making the raven boy glare back at the butler.
"I doubt it Alfred." Zatanna smiled, and Dick proceeded to glare at her.
He sighed and quickly dragged her towards his room.
"This would be quite the turn on if it were a different situation." She smirked.
Dick didn't answer, but he blushed violently. He pulled her into his room and locked his door. Zatanna's smirk still hadn't faded.
"Don't Zee... Tell me what happened. I need to know."
Zatanna sighed and sat on his bed, fidgeting with the cover.
"I... I left because... Because Klarion was after me..."
Dick's eyes were wide. He quickly took his place next to her and held his head in his hands, never taking his eyes off her. She hadn't changed much. She was still stunningly beautiful and managed to create countless butterflies in his stomach with a simple look. 'This is wrong Grayson. Calm yourself. You have a girlfriend.'
"He said something about wanting me to become the human host for his anchor." She continued, forcing back the tears that were dying to spill. "We got into a huge fight before..."
"Before what?" His voice was soft and quiet. The anger died down the moment they entered the mansion. He couldn't stay angry at her for too long, after all. Now, he was deeply worried.
"There was... Someone passing through at the time. She helped me win the fight but... Klarion cast a spell that was supposed to make me become the host, whether I liked it or not... So... She took me to her dimension, and treated me... But it took a long time... And I couldn't leave... Or contact anyone... I tried, I swear to you that I tried every minute of every day. But my magic wouldn't reach you." She was sobbing by this point, despite her efforts to hold it in. Dick wrapped an arm around her and rubbed circles on her back, trying to calm her down.
"Who helped you?"
"H-her name is Ra-Raven..." She answered quietly, between hiccups.
"Raven? From where? What does she do? Why was she passing right then and there?" Dick asked continuously, his heart beating slightly faster with worry.
"S-she's from A-Azarath... She's got magical powers, l-like me. And I'm n-not sure."
"Okay... Why does Klarion need you to become his anchor though?" He asked. He got off his bed and knelt in front of her, cupping her cheek and wiping away her tears. "I thought his anchor was his cat."
Zatanna took a few deep breaths, to calm down her hiccupping, before closing her eyes and continuing her explanation.
"Raven discovered that his cat, or his familiar, was once human... The Gods transformed her so she could become Klarion's anchor. And he can only transform her back into human form if he has a host... But it can't be any host. It has to be someone that was similar to the cat's human form..."
"So his cat had magic powers like you?" He asked, still rubbing small circles on her cheek. She nodded.
"She was a Homo Magi..."

Zatanna cried a little more after telling him. She would constantly apologize for leaving him without warning and only returning now. She cried even more when she said she understood that he's fallen in love with someone else and she promised not to be a burden to them. Dick's heart was aching. Yes, he'd decided to move on after three and a half years of constant searching, but he was never in love with Barbara to begin with. Everything just happened too fast. At one point he was sat in his room, crying because he had once again come to a dead end with Zatanna's search, the next Barbara was all over him. She had been insisting for him to move on for quite some time, but he didn't know she meant with her. He just took the opportunity, hoping it would help ease his pain. But it didn't. He thought every day about his girl and had nightmares every night. In every single one of them she'd either vanish or die in his arms. Zatanna was tired after her meltdown and she noticed Dick was too. She would keep her promise to not be a burden.
"I should get going. We both need to rest." She said quietly.
"No... Don't... Stay here tonight..." He whispered.
"I-I... Can't... Dick..."
"Yes, you can... We'll just sleep. Nothing more. So you don't have to worry." He smiled, knowing exactly what she had meant. Though, deep down he wouldn't mind getting intimate after not seeing her for five years.
"I could stay in some other room though..." She said, not looking at him directly.
"Don't be ridiculous."
Dick pushed her down and lay next to her, wrapping an arm around her waist. He stared at her intently as she drifted off to sleep. She didn't look calm and peaceful like Dick remembered her. He'd seen her fall asleep countless times and he would admire how she looked. But to see her like this made his heart ache. He successfully pretended to be asleep when Alfred and Bruce walked into his room.
"Glad to see she's in one piece." Bruce said quietly.
"I do believe this might cause slight conflict with Miss Barbara..." Alfred stated, mostly to himself.
"Yes... But I know Dick will find a way of handling his situation with Barbara... It's not hard to notice that he loves Zatanna... And it's about time he stopped lying to himself by being with Barbara."

x.x

Zatanna only went back to the cave for Dick's birthday party. And only because Artemis had dragged her all the way from Manhattan. She was visibly uncomfortable around everyone and tried her best to avoid staring over at Dick and Barbara.
"So the rumours are true." Zatanna jumped when she heard Khaldur's voice. "I am glad you are back, my friend. Nightwing has briefed some of us about your disappearance. We will make sure that Klarion does not approach you ever again."
"Thanks Khaldur... So what news do you bring? Where were you when I came back?"
"Atlantis... Raquel and I decided to take a short break from this life, which is why I wasn't here." He smiled.
"Nice to know the two of you are still together." She grinned.

She had spent a good half hour talking to Khaldur, before Lagoon boy pulled him to the side. Wally soon came to keep her company. She smiled once she realised the boy hadn't changed at all.
"So... What's going to happen between you and Dick?" He asked.
"Straight forward much..." She laughed.
"C'mon Tanna... Look, you're my friend and he's my friend. You two love each other... Yet you're here all moody while he's over there trying to get away from his nagging girlfriend." He said, while munching on a series of mini-sandwiches.
"She's that bad?" She grinned.
"Well... With me, yeah. With him... No idea. But he does tend to complain every now and then. But that's not the point... Tanna, if you love him just say it and be done with it."
"He knows I still love him, Wally. But I've made both him and myself a promise... And I intend to keep it. We'll only be together again if he wants to be... But... I don't know... I guess he's found love with... Her." Zatanna tried not to glare daggers, but it was becoming impossible.

She finally gave in when Barbara practically jumped on Dick in front of everyone, kissing him senseless. She had promised not to interfere but that didn't mean she could handle it. Barbara watched as the raven haired girl made her way outside, rather quickly and avoiding anyone that attempted conversation. Once outside, she found a comfortable looking rock and sat down. She soon frowned after realising that the rock was just as uncomfortable as any other, but she remained there.
"Took you long enough to realise that you don't belong in there."
Zatanna frowned and turned to see who was disturbing the peaceful sound of the waves crashing onto the sand. And of course, she was met with red hair and green eyes.
"Not in the mood." She stated, turning back to the ocean.
"Look here, witch-"
"I prefer the term 'magician'." She smirked.
"I personally don't care... But I do want you to stay away from my boyfriend." She maintained her glare, even though Zatanna wasn't facing her.
"In case you couldn't notice, I haven't even said 'hello' to him since I've been here."
"You and I both know that I'm not talking about today."
Zatanna froze. Did Barbara see her sleeping with Dick? It's not like they did anything but if it were the other way round, she'd be furious too.
"You just can't get over the fact that he's moved on... You cast a spell on him to sleep with him."
"Please... Like I need magic to get someone's attention." She scoffed.
"Don't push your luck, bitch. I could pound you in a heartbeat."
Zatanna realised the girl was walking towards her.
"Whatever... Never really been one for fighting anyway." She sighed. "I won't get in your way."
"Good." Barbara smirked. "But just in case words aren't enough..."
She yanked a handful of Zatanna's hair and pulled her up. Zatanna winced at the pain and tried to pull her away. Barbara pushed her down to sand and slapped her across the face.
"There's more from where that came from, bitch. Remember that in case you ever feel like stealing my boyfriend."
Barbara was about to walk off when Zatanna pulled her to the ground, catching her completely off guard. She groaned and slapped Barbara back. The red haired fumed in anger pushing Zatanna off her and trying to punch her in the face. Zatanna mentally thanked getting personal training with Dick at that point, but it still wasn't enough to win against the Batgirl. The two girls were rolling along, the one on top punching and slapping the one below. Zatanna soon realised she was losing and attempted a different approach.
"Teg ffo-"
"Not a chance witch." Barbara, now on top, roughly covered Zatanna's mouth with her hand and smirked. "As if I haven't read up on you."
The red head screeched when she felt Zatanna cruelly pinch her wrist, loosening her grip on the raven. Zatanna took the opportunity to flip them and get up.
"Eit pu sdnah dna sgel." She muttered, rubbing her sore muscles. "Leah su."
Barbara almost freaked when she saw her body glowing with magic. It faded and she could feel her body regaining its natural strength. She watched the magician curiously. 'She fights me off like crazy, but heals me?'

Zatanna was about to attempt a conversation when a wild cackling sound came out of nowhere. The sky was dark and red lightning was covering it. Barbara looked up, visibly confused.
"What the hell is going on?" She said, slightly panicking. "Let me out of this damn thing you bitch."
Zatanna knew all too well what would come next and she didn't bother to acknowledge the other girl's presence. It's not like Batgirl would willing help her.
"Hello ladies!" Klarion shouted, jumping out of his portal with a sadistic grin placed on his face. "I've been dying for a reunion, baby magician."

CLIFF HANGER ... no news there, right? Good thing I update fast! *o*

Okay ~ I am TRULY sorry if that attempt of a catfight sucked, it's my first cat fight *cries* so you can all flame it if you wish LOL And also: As I'm absolutely sure you've all noticed... Khaldur's in this one! *-* Since he was officially a bad guy in my last one, I want him to be officially good in this one *-* \O/ And I'd highly appreciate it if they just aired YJ's new episode so I can know what happens next D: Anyone know when it comes out? *puppy dog eyes*

I shall begin writing the next one... Soon, promise! :p And... What do you guys think? Will Barbara help Zatanna against Klarion? dum dum duuuum... I know what happens.. muahahah.

Until next time lovely readers, xoxo! And remember ~

some words they can't be spoken ... Only sung... To hear a thousand voices love and light and hope... Just sing...

Oh, sorry... Can't help it. 'Sing' has been on constant replay since I saw it life at Jubilee celebrations.. Haven't heard it? Then whaaat are you waiting for? D: You won't regret it, I'm serious. Search now! "Sing - Gary Barlow & the commonwealth band featuring military wives"
I suggest watching the MV and the Jubilee performance *-*