Okay, so ends the final chapter of "Against the Wind," which makes me really sad because I really enjoyed writing this story. I started it in England a lonely student who missed her home and as I wrote, I evolved into a college graduate, a grad student and now a law student. I am working on the sequel but it may take some time, given my new responsibilities and the fact that I pre-wrote most of this story before I started posting it. I will be posting some prequel stories to keep you tided over as I undertake law school and my original novels and well, life in general. Don't worry; there will be a great epilogue which will be posted on the day before I start law school as a temporary goodbye to fan fiction till May. Till then, I wish you all great luck and hope you keep reading when you return.

So she said "What's the problem, baby?"
What's the problem I don't know
Well maybe I'm in love
Think about it every time, I think about it
Can't stop thinking 'bout it

How much longer will it take to cure this?
Just to cure it cause I can't ignore it if its love
Makes me wanna turn around and face me

But I don't know nothing 'bout love!

-Counting Crows

Accidentally In Love

Wally relaxed for a moment on his chair. He was free; he was able to enjoy pork chops and apple sauce in peace, without worrying about it being his last meal. And best of all, it was served by his joyful Aunt Iris, who was eminently pleased that her nephew was not going to be attending college at Stonegate Prison University. "You ever scare me like that again and I will tan your hide like you have never seen." Wally was quickly growing far taller than his aunt, but decided testing that theory out would be a very bad idea.

"Come on, how many times do I have to apologize?" he asked, stuffing his face as quickly as he could. "You know I'm really sorry. Please don't abuse me; I'm too cute to be thrashed."

"It's not about being cute, it's about deserving it. Worrying me like that, what were you thinking?" she demanded.

"I'm in love, Aunt Iris," Wally said, as he helped himself to some more mashed potatoes. "Uncle Barry would have done the same for you, and you know it," he accused mockingly, still unsure if this was a dream and when he woke up, he'd be in chains.

I have to say, your father would be pretty proud of you," Aunt Iris said, kissing the top of his head. "I know you think he didn't care about you, but I think having heard you speak for yourself today, he would have been crowing about his son, the future politician."

Wally shrugged and ignored the feeling that she was just trying to smooth over the events of the last few weeks. "Yeah, I'm just glad he didn't have his son as prisoner 24601," he said before putting his knife and fork down. "I doubt he'd have been proud of that."

"I know Rudy would have been very proud of you," Aunt Iris said. "I'm just sorry he never got to see you grow up. You are so much like him, you know. I don't know how you bear it sometimes. You must miss them terribly," she continued, stroking his face.

Wally closed his eyes. "I know it's horrible to say, but I'm starting to forget I had another family. You and Uncle Barry are my parents; you've been that way most of my life. You don't have to dredge up the past," he said softly. "So, how are you feeling?"

"I'm fine, no thanks to your uncle and you. He went ballistic when he found your note, swore up a storm and said he was going to drag you back by the ears right to the ice prison where you'd be spending your juvenile years," Aunt Iris said, giving him a significant look. "Then he stormed off to find you and didn't come back. You know how worried I was? I swear, I am going to lock this kid up when he or she is born. I can't take this much stress."

"You know, there's a good chance he'll be a Speedster like me," Wally reminded her, earning himself a swat.

"Don't remind me!" Aunt Iris said, before a knock interrupted them both. "Let me get the door, you sit tight and eat, you need to recover your iron levels," she ordered, stepping out of the room.

Dick entered the room a moment later, out of costume but still looking like a future ROTC officer. "You lucky bastard," he said, rushing over and hugging him tightly. "I don't know if I should strangle you for what you put me through."

Wally hugged him back, wishing he could thank him properly. "I think you have a long line before you can do that. I still have to face your lord and mentor for this," he reminded.

Dick laughed. "I know, and personally I know you'll be back to your old tricks soon enough," he said, before freezing up. "You broke my trust, Wally. It's not something I'm going to forget."

Wally sighed. "You think I will ever get it back?" he asked, knowing the answer but needing to hear it.

"I should say no, but I have a feeling you will worm your way back into my good graces," Dick said, giving him a clap on the back. "Though I will be keeping an eye on you till then, and if you ever pull this crap on me again, I will beat you silly."

"Funny you should say that, Mr. Grayson. I gave my nephew the same threat," Aunt Iris said merrily, poking her head back into the room. "I pray someone finally knocks some sense into the charming idiot's head before he kills us all from worrying."

"Don't worry about it, Mrs. West. If Wally would have been found guilty, I already had a plan to get him acquitted by reason of insanity," Dick said confidently, which made Wally a bit worried. "Jinx had already agreed to take the full blame for everything. Wally would never have seen the inside of a cell."

"I knew I could count on you, Dick. Some people actually respect their mentors enough to obey them," Aunt Iris said, handing him some cookies. "I trust you'll never let anything happen to my boy."

"Never," Dick said confidently. "You have my word; I'm keeping the idiot alive for you, Mrs. Allen. As long as you keep feeding me your delicious cooking, I will make sure your boy comes home safe and sound."

"Thank you." Wally tried to smile, but he realized how frightened he was. He was finally starting to realize the enormity of what had just transpired. Jinx really truly loved him, he had been right all along and yet, it was a bittersweet victory. He had done too much damage for this to be a triumph. "I need to go to my room and lie down, still feeling a bit shaken up," he said softly. "I'll have dinner with you guys soon, just need an hour."

Dick looked nervous, but nodded. "Nothing you can do here that will get you into trouble," he said. "If you need to talk, I'm here."

Wally shook his head. "I'm fine, just can't believe I'm not going to prison," he said, giving them a shaky smile. He closed the door and locked it behind him, before falling to his knees and breathing heavily into sobs. He was just so grateful to be free at the moment, to have this wonderful family and to know he was safe now. He was safe to have the most beautiful and wonderful girl in the world at his side. He was safe to tell the truth. "Dad…I proved you wrong," he whispered.

He had to see Jinx now and tell her everything was going to be all right.


Jinx had to admit, the prison in the Justice League was a lot more comfortable than the ones she was used to. They had a power blocker on her, but hadn't even bothered to chain her up. With twenty seven heroes on call at any moment, she wasn't much of a threat.

But what would happen to the guy she had decided she loved? She couldn't imagine Wally's aunt and uncle sending him to prison, but her adopted family had abandoned her. They would have real children, they didn't need him. She couldn't let him go through that heartbreak the way she did.

She would have to save him. She could break his heart again; it would be simple after all she had done. They would take him back if they believed he was under a spell.

Of course, this made her choice to lie for Wally much easier. She wouldn't mind a prison like here. Maybe she could start putting her life back together with the free time she would have. Wally would be safe and she would find her way back to him.

Of course, would he be there for her? Was Batgirl crushing on her Wally? She had been willing to cut a deal for him to get rid of her from his life and she was disturbingly pretty. She'd have to add her to her list of people to throttle as soon as she got free.

"So what's the verdict?" Jinx asked, as Wally opened the outer door and walked inside. He looked like he had been crying. His eyes were as red as his hair and he seemed shaken up. This could not be good. Even if he wasn't handcuffed, he looked pretty exhausted. "I'm glad they let you deliver it. So, I guess this means goodbye," Jinx said sadly. At least she would still be able to leave him with his heart intact. Wally, I have something to tell you…

"Well, I think they had enough of a soft spot for me to let me squeak by. I'm grounded until the Republicans are back in power, but I'm not going to prison. My mentor is a good guy, better than I deserve," Wally said, with a tired smile before vibrating through the bars. "You're safe."

"You mean they actually let you live after all you did?" Jinx asked, her voice shaking a bit. "I thought they'd have you smeared with honey and thrown to wild bears."

"Actually, no. We tend to avoid that kind of brutality; it's bad for the reputation. Though I have to admit, it's very creative," Wally said with a sad chuckle. "No, by a vote, they agreed I was worth keeping on the squad. I told you they were good people," he said, sitting down on bed.

"You look exhausted," Jinx said softly. Something about the dark circles under his eyes made her wonder what had gone on. "Are you all right?"

"They just scared me out of my wits before they pardoned me. Let's just say I was quite sure I was a goner for quite a bit. They're a bit theatrical about teaching people a lesson, but I should have known they'd never let me fall. My mentor…he's more than I deserve. He risked himself for me and I can never repay him," he said, looking away for a moment. "As for you, my delightful villainess…my mentor got a plea bargain for you. If you agree to give information to the Justice League and remain under their protection, you'll get time served. He pulled every favor he could for us," Wally said after a moment, sealing himself in her heart forever.

Jinx nodded, willing to take anything that wouldn't involve long prison terms for both of them. She couldn't go back to the villains now. This was her only chance, and for Wally, she'd take it. "I'll take it. If you're okay, I'm okay," she said, opening her arms so that they could embrace. She wanted to savor this moment fully. "We're safe. This feels good." She could stay with him.

Of course, before she could blink, Wally dove into her arms and picked her up, whirling around. "I told you I'd solve this," he said jubilantly. "You were worth every second of it." He looked so happy; she hated to spoil the moment. "I told you the council would believe me."

"I never had doubts," Jinx said. "You're much too much of a hero for them, you're a spandex wearing square at heart," she lied, flicking his nose playfully.

"And now we can be together," Wally said, bending her back and kissing her. "You and I can finally be together. This is like a Disney cartoon, the handsome prince finally gets the princess."

Jinx didn't bother correcting him that she was not the princess but the evil witch who had decided to go to the Light side to follow the foolish Prince Charming. Either story would work. "You are finally going to ravish me?" she asked, as she moved to start unbuttoning her shirt. "Because I am so damn horny."

"Not a good idea in a prison," Wally reminded her, but his hands were definitely unbuttoning his shirt. "We're not that kinky, are we?"

"Oh come on; let's have a little bit of fun. The last time we slept together, well…we didn't do that well. I just figured after you got drunk with me and took off your mask, I'd make you feel better," Jinx lied, her final one, she promised. "You sorta fell asleep before I could get my bra off. I tried not to take it too personally."

"So, we didn't sleep together?" Wally said, looking like Christmas has been cancelled. "You lied to me?"

"You aren't mad, are you? I wanted to make you feel better," Jinx said, telling the truth. She wanted him to believe that he hadn't been a complete idiot and she really had been trying to save his self esteem after trying to kill him. "There's no way to tell your boyfriend he lasted two seconds without hurting him."

"Oh, I'm angry but there's no point in yelling at you now. You showed how much you care about me. But despite my love for you and your newfound honesty, let's not tell Uncle Barry about our plans. He might just end up with a stroke. I still don't think he likes you yet." That was the understatement of the century. If looks could kill, Jinx would have been six feet under and pushing daises already.

Jinx smiled warmly. "You're the best, Wally," she said, leaning over to kiss him. "And I promise, this time, I'm being quite honest."

"I'll take your word for it," Wally said, allowing the kiss, a satisfied smile on his face. He took her hand. "Just next time, tell me before you engage in fiendish plots against people. I'm here to take care of you, you know," he said. "I will find some way to help you. Now, you're under the protection of the Justice league. You are not alone."

"I've gone soft," Jinx mock-complained. "I should be more tough and mean." She would have to be creative with her reward with him. She just hoped he was as good as she was hoping, knowing his family, she would most likely have to break him in. Still, it was a challenge she looked forward to taking.

"You're perfect. Now, less talking, more kissing. Uncle Barry will be wondering where I am, so chop chop. You…owe me this." Jinx was very happy to follow his orders and yanked him down unto the couch, continuing to unbutton his shirt as she went along. She could get used to this.

As Wally began unbuttoning Jinx's skirt, a sudden look of panic filled his eyes. "I can't," he whispered.

Jinx stroked his arm. "It's okay, I get you are nervous. A lot of guys are," she said softly, kissing his neck. "Maybe I should get you in the shower and give you a message first," she explained. Poor little virgin that he was, she would have been surprised if he wasn't shaking in terror.

"Jinxie, Superman has super vision and super hearing. Martian Manhunter can hear thoughts," Wally whispered, his face aflame. "Unless we plan to become exhibitionists, we might want to have a more private place to do this."

Jinx scowled. "They do this just to torment us, don't they?" she said, lying down next to him.

"Welcome to my life," Wally said, kissing her softly. "But you'll get used to them. I'm going to make sure you're happy on the right side. I'm going to take care of you." Jinx tried to smile, but resisted the urge to feel like she had been trapped. "We can cuddle a bit. Then I need to go back and reassure everyone that I'm still all right. They're still suspicious of you."

Jinx sighed and nodded. She had a feeling she'd be living with their barely concealed disdain for a very long time. "And you'll be needed new rooms. Can't have my favorite girl in prison," Wally continued. "Come on, I'll take you with me on the way back."


Jinx had to admit, now that she was a protected witness, she got much better digs. She had been moved to a nice apartment. Even though she knew she was under surveillance, at least she wasn't a prisoner anymore. She would have to get used to what her new life would be. She supposed she would live with Wally as much as possible. She had no idea where else she could go. She could go back to the Mittlemans but she was afraid of being tracked. Slade and every other villain would be trying to find her, and she had no wish to put them in danger.

Wally had gone back to his rooms and left her alone to enjoy her freedom. The kiss she had gotten had made her knees go weak. Of course, besides shacking up with Wally, she had no idea what else to do. Was there a game room in this place?

"May I come in?" a voice interrupted, a slight foreign accent marring her speech. A tall woman with long black hair stood in the doorway, her long hair swishing around her head, topped by a top hat. She was so beautiful that it was actually painful to be in the same room as her. Magic crackled around her.

"Sure, my room is yours," Jinx said, adjusting her hair to make herself feel prettier. It didn't really help. "What can I do for you?"

"Actually, I'm here to do for you. So, you're Layla?" the woman said, giving her a gleaming smile. "I'm Zatanna, Mistress of Magic. I heard you were a fellow magic user and thought I'd give you some pointers."

Jinx shook her head. "Please, my name is Jinx," she said haughtily. "Layla is…someone I don't think I know." It was the name her birth parents have given her, but she didn't even know who they were.

"Suit yourself. So, you're an untrained sorceress? You have the bloodline, when I was your age, we could have been twins," Zatanna said lightly. "You haven't learned how to appear human yet, have you?"

"I have a human face?" Jinx asked, feeling her throat tighten up. She could walk around normally if she wanted to? It seemed like a dream come true.

"This isn't how you have to look. By the bone structure, you have a human father and a Homo Magi mother; you can show your magical face or your human face, it's your choice," Zatanna explained. "Some of us are lucky enough to be born looking human and have to learn the demon side, but no harm done, you can do both. It's a simple spell. You need to just find a way to focus your powers."

Jinx nodded. "So how do I do that?" she asked eagerly. "I want to learn everything; I want to be the most powerful witch in the world." All the power, she would have the ability to do more than just cast bad luck spells, she could make all of her greatest desires come true. "Any pointers?"

"Well, how does your magic work when you use it now?" Zatanna asked, snapping her fingers to pull a rabbit out of her hat. "For me, it's saying things backwards."

"I just have to get angry and it happens," Jinx said carefully. So it must be tied to her emotions. "So…I guess I think happy thoughts?" It sounded like something out of Peter Pan, but that magical feeling still sizzled through her body. "Wow, that felt good."

She looked at herself in the mirror. Long black hair replaced the pink spikes she had learned to use to intimidate, and her pink eyes had turned blue. She had rosy skin and her eyebrows had grown back. She looked beautiful, like a television actress. She wasn't a freak anymore…she was a sorceress. "I look good."

"Yes, you do," Zatanna said, putting her arm around her. "You're a beautiful young lady and I can't wait for Wally to see you like this."

Jinx shook her head. "I think he liked me before," she said softly. "But no one else needs to know this is me. I could have a whole new life." She didn't have to be a villain if she didn't want to be. Her life was hers to make.

"With your control over magic, you'll become a sorceress of great power. You could have any life you want to. Any plans with what you want to do with your life?" Zatanna asked, as she snapped her fingers and handed a rose for Jinx.

Jinx shrugged as she tucked her new gift into her black hair. She was so beautiful; she could pass for sisters with her new teacher. She liked what she saw and whirled around, feeling herself again. "Model for Vogue?" she suggested.

"And after that, when you take off the mask?" Zatanna said, snapping her fingers and revealing Jinx's real face again. Looking in the mirror, she could see the demonic white skin and cruel pink eyes look at her again, the face of evil. She shivered and looked away. "You have to remember, this is you. You can't hide the fact that you're a creature of magic. So what do you plan to do with your life?"

"Don't have much of a home, and I really can't go back to being a villain. Them trying to kill me off kind of sealed that deal," she said softly. "Never actually thought I'd get this chance. I guess I'll stay with Wally and hope for the best." That thought didn't seem so very sweet right now.

"Is that really what you want?" Zatanna asked. "Because, you're going to have to decide your own life soon enough. Wally's a fine boy, but he shouldn't be the focus on your life. Believe me, I should know. I had a fling with his mentor that didn't end well."

"Really?" Jinx asked, with a smile. "Is he as uptight as Wally says he is? Between Doctor Allen and him, I'm surprised my guy manages to be cool in any way. Wally's a great guy, don't get me wrong, but he nearly wets himself at the thought of disappointing them."

"Yeah, Flash is definitely a lot less horrible than you think. I think you and him just got off on the wrong foot. I'm sure that once he's convinced you aren't corrupting his nephew, he'll be the nicest guy in the world. He's actually quite charming, once you get to know him," Zatanna said with a chuckle. "You two will have lots of time to get to know him, if you're going to live with them."

"Yeah, with him watching me constantly, waiting for me to go bad," Jinx considered, still feeling trapped. A thought occurred to her. It seemed crazy but it was all she could do to ignore it. She wanted to be free and even if it broke her heart, she had to do it. "Could I ask a favor?" she asked.

"Sure, ask anything you please, my girl," Zatanna said, giving her a kindly smile. "I'm here to help you. I've read your file, you've had a tough life and you're strong. I doubt there's much you can't do for yourself."

Jinx smiled back and steeled herself. It was the right thing to do, Wally would understand. She would make him understand. "So, I'm still getting used to being a magical creature. Do you think…do you think you could be my mentor? Teach me how to be a sorceress?" she asked.

"I wish I could, love, but I move around a lot, and that would mean you would be far from Wally," Zatanna explained, patting Jinx's shoulder. "My duties take me all around the world."

Jinx nodded. "That's what I thought you would say, and I'm ready for that. I need to be more than Wally's girlfriend, I need my own life," she said, finally feeling more confident with herself.

"I'm happy to take you on, my dear but are you sure? You might not see Wally for weeks, and I know you will miss him. Once you agree to become my apprentice, you're not going to be able to walk out and go to Paris on a whim," she cautioned. "And I leave tonight for a mission in the Demonic Realms for six months. So you'll have to decide now or wait for me to return."

Jinx nodded. She was going to have a life of her own and master her own powers, not just sit and wait adoringly for her boyfriend to come home. "I understand. I just have to tell Lover boy over dinner tonight. I better break out the leather skirt and hope I can distract him with that."

"Distract me with what?" Wally asked, walking into the room, holding a tray of cookies for her. He looked so earnest and adorable in that cute leather jacket; she just wanted to kiss him up. "What are you two plotting against me?"

"I better go," Zatanna said, with another gleaming smile. "You two enjoy yourselves and have a good romantic talk," she continued, before disappearing into a puff of smoke.

"Why do I have a bad feeling about this?" Wally asked, placing the tray on the table and sitting down. "Jinx?"

"Wally, we need to talk," Jinx said softly, sitting down next to him. She wasn't sure how she was going to break this to him.

"I'm not going to like this, am I?" Wally asked, his hands a blur as he wrung them nervously. "Why do I feel like this is going to hurt?"

"I think I need some time to just decide what I want to do in my own life," Jinx explained. 'I was willing to lie for you and never see you again. I almost ruined your life." She didn't like the place she was going, but she had destroyed her old life. She could only go forward now. "So I am going off to become a hero in my own right and be better than you, and go off traveling with Zatanna."

"But you didn't hurt me," Wally said, holding her hands. He looked so miserable but she had to do it. She had hurt him terribly, everyone knew that. "You can't leave me now, I've done so much for you, how could you just walk away?"

He had to understand that this had to happen. "I'm not walking away. I just want some time to rethink my life. Our whole relationship has been chasing each other around, but we've never had the chance to be normal," Jinx said, laying her head on his shoulder. She would miss him but this finally felt right.

"I'll give you a home. I'll give you a normal life," Wally pleaded sadly, holding her close as she breathed in his sweet scent. He smelled like ginger tea, it was nice.

"That's the problem. I need to just have a life where I'm not dependent on you to keep me good. Because I'm going to be a hero now too and I want to do it on my own terms. You're the prize, but I need to take the journey. I've decided maybe you guys are pretty cool and I want to join you, but you're going to have to give me time and not pressure me," Jinx said firmly, but allowed herself to hold him tighter. "And when I'm ready, we'll date for real. The way we should."

"I can't believe you are leaving, after all I did for you?" Wally said miserably, slumping into her arms. "How could you do this to me?"

"Because our whole relationship has been about fighting each other for control, or running from a bigger enemy. I just don't know what it means to date you if we're not fleeing or hiding. I need to have a normal life."

"I can give you a normal life! I have the money; we could live together, you and me. I can take care of you and make you happy," Wally thundered, looking even more despondent now. "Why don't you let me? I've done so much, I deserve to have you."

"Then let me go! Wally, I can't just live my life as your little girlfriend, waiting for you to come home. Everyone looks at me and they still that slutty girl who nearly cost you everything," Jinx snapped. "Do you want me to live like that for the rest of my life? To be your charity ward?"

"No, I don't. But can't you forge your identity while still remaining in my life?" Wally asked. "There's so much I want to do with you."

"And you will. It's going to be for a few months. We still have email and phones and all that. Come on, trust me!" Jinx said, giving him a kiss. "And to prove it, let's try to sneak out and find a nice place to make out. What's the worst that could happen?"

The look of sheer terror on Wally's face made her realize how much she would miss tormenting him. "You are insane. Beautiful…but insane." She was really going to have some sleepless nights over him. "I think we can just curl up here and hope for the best. And then see you off..."


"So, I guess this is goodbye for now?" Wally moaned, completely bummed by the idea of losing the girl of his dreams to witch school. "Can't you wait till tomorrow to leave? Or next week?"

"We have a mission, Wally and we need to leave now," Zatanna said, giving him a huge smile and patting his head. "Stop fretting."

"Yes, let the ladies leave, Wallace," Uncle Barry said, giving Zatanna a shy smile. "I have a feeling they'll be all right without you hovering over them."

"Yeah, leave the hovering to your uncle, Wally," Jinx teased, looking even more beautiful in her human face. He was quite partial to her demon face, but it was nice to see her able to blend into human society and in her Catholic schoolgirl uniform, she looked delicious. "Right, Dr. Allen?"

"Just what I always wanted, another snarky teenager around," Uncle Barry said, hands in his pockets. "I've been blessed."

"Yeah, maybe I should go with them and keep them safe, relieve you of both snarky teenagers," Wally offered, giving his guardian a winning smile.

"No," Uncle Barry said. "I'm afraid my boy will have to remain with me. Still, you are a good young woman, Jinx. This choice to go off and become a hero is a noble one. You've proved me wrong and I will be honored to allow Wally to date you when you return," Uncle Barry said, shaking her hand. "Good luck, miss."

"Thank you," Jinx said, nodding her head. "I look forward to seeing you again and giving you plenty of nights of your nephew and I just making it in before curfew," she said with a wink.

Uncle Barry's lip tightened. "Joy," he mumbled. "I suppose you're going to continue to give me palpitations?" he asked. "Revenge isn't always sweet, you know. You could try and not give me more problems"

"Where's the fun in that?" Jinx said, still quite unaware that she was teasing the Flash. Wally would tell her later when she returned.

"Speaking of fun, can I have ten minutes to say goodbye?" Wally asked, giving his best impression of a sad puppy, a look that once in a while got him his way.
"Five," Uncle Barry said, hand on Wally's shoulder. Clearly, pushing his buttons was still just as much fun as it always was. "And keep the door open."
"Where's the fun in that? Come on, that's barely enough time," Wally mumbled, as Jinx winked at him. He had a feeling his girl agreed just as much as he did.
"Wallace…" Uncle Barry warned, his grip tightening a bit, just enough to cut off circulation to his right arm. "Behave yourself like the gentleman I raised you to be."
Wally shrugged. "I'm grounded until the next time the Republicans have control of Congress. How much worse can things get?" he asked. "Can't I at least be with my girl?"
"Save it for email! Part of being a sorceress means keeping your hormones under control," Zatanna smiled. "So, is this the mentoring thing I should be worried about?" she asked, shaking out her long mane of black hair.
"Yes. Good luck, Zee," Uncle Barry said. "You're in for the adventure of a lifetime." He smiled down at Wally. "But it's pretty worth it."

"This isn't goodbye, you idiot. I'll email you as soon as I get unpacked," Jinx said, kissing Wally fully to the sound of Uncle Barry's disapproving snort. "Now, run along and save the world."

"Your wish is my command," Wally said sadly, knowing it would be back to lots of cold showers for him.

As he watched Jinx and Zatanna walk away into the horizon of his life, Wally felt himself being hugged by his uncle. "It's not easy, but you both made the right choice. I think Layla has a good chance for rehabilitation, and a happy life. And you'll see her again really soon."

Wally nodded, but couldn't resist feeling miserable at the thought of months without her. 'You don't think she'll forget me," he asked nervously. "She's a pretty girl; she'll be mobbed by guys who will all want her number." The thought of some other guy getting his newly good sided girl made him want to pound something into rubble.

"After all you were willing to do for her, I think you're safely in her affections," Uncle Barry said comfortingly. "And till then, you still have your family, you'll be seeing plenty of us, you know."

Wally groaned and nodded. "Yeah, I was hoping you would have forgotten about that," he said, as they walked back home. "So, you think I could get time off for good behavior to see her early?" he asked.

"Not a chance."


AN-I know a lot of people are wondering why I decided to separate them and the reason is that in canon, Kid Flash has to find her and I needed to figure out why. Plus, I couldn't have them just walk off into the sunset, that would be cheesy. They both have to fix their lives before they can truly be a couple and I think some distance will give them perspective.

Next chapter: Titans Together! Kid Flash gets the distress call and must find Jinx, as the fate of the world is at stake. Plus, he really misses her!