A/N: Thanks for bearing through the wait guys, and thanks for reviewing. Sorry for the (most likely) unbearble wait, but I need Christmas break to come along so I could write more.
Glimare: I took your suggestion into consideration ;)
skatingandcruzing: The fifth child is Cassandra Cain. I believe Bruce adopted her at some point. I haven't read much on her which is why I just mentioned her through subtext.
Anyway, I have something else to confess. I changed their ages. I needed to fit Damian in somehow, so that he wouldn't be an abnormal talking infant (he probably was one. That weird little demon. I love him anyway) So now:
Dick is 13
Jason is 11
Tim is 6
Cassandra is 4
Damian is 3
Mysterious character (hehe suspense) is 6
Hope you like this chapter. Sometimes my stories write themselves, and I read them over and I wonder why I write anymore. ^u^
Dick was amused that Tim decided now was a good time to hide behind Dick's leg. The computer announced that he had arrived along with his guest.
"I kinda need that to walk, Red Robin," Robin mused. Tim's eyes widened in embarrassment and he let go of Dick's leg grabbing for Dick's cape instead. However, Robin spun around to face Tim, and kneeled so they could be face to face.
"Timmy, it's ok to be scared sometimes," Robin assured. "But I promise I will let no one hurt you, and besides my friends aren't so scary. They're going to love you."
"How come you're afraid of nothing?" Red Robin whispered so quietly that Robin almost didn't hear him.
"Actually, I was this scared of meeting the Justice League when Batman took me," Robin revealed.
"But they're good guys?" Red Robin inquired.
"Yeah, but I was going to be face to face with Superman and The Flash and Green Lantern. Those were some pretty big people for a nine year old and I was afraid they wouldn't like me. Can you guess what happened when they met?" Robin continued. Tim thought it out before shaking his head in confusion.
"The Justice League and I became really good friends," Dick admitted. The corners of Tim's mouth rose up into a small smile. Dick felt utter joy at making his little brother happy again.
"Now come on Red Robin, let's introduce you to Young Justice," Robin called. They walked out of the teleporter tunnel, and the computer announced their arrival.
"Oh Robin, it's good to see you again," M'gann beamed. "Oh who's this?" She stared at the little boy that was dressed in a cute little costume and was standing behind Robin. She couldn't help but marvel at the cuteness of the little boy.
"This is Red Robin, another partner of the Bat," Robin introduced. Tim poked his head out to peek at Miss Martian. The little boy stared in wonder. She was green just like the Martian Manhunter.
"Hello, Red Robin. My name is M'gann M'orzz, but you may call me Megan or Miss Martian," she greeted.
"Hi Megan", Red Robin replied timidly. She beamed at the sound of the little boy, and tugged him into a hug. Red Robin froze for a second and then smiled and hugged Megan back.
"Would you like to try one of my cookies, Red Robin?" Megan asked.
"Sure, I'd love some," Tim replied. Dick groaned internally. Alfred would kill him if he let Tim eat too many sweets.
"Oh don't worry, Robin, you can try some too," Miss Martian added not wanting to leave anyone out.
"Thanks Miss M," Robin moaned. Tim squirmed in Miss Martian's grasp and he jumped to the floor. He walked over to Robin and grabbed onto his hand. As the two birds walked to the kitchen, Miss Martian had to conclude that it was probably the most adorable sight she had seen since arriving on Earth.
"Hey Miss M. Hey Rob. Hey littleā¦um why is there a child in a cave?" Artemis asked confused by the extra person that shouldn't be in the cave, at least by Artemis's standards.
"I'm Red Robin", Red Robin replied a little more boldly this time. Artemis raised an eyebrow at Robin. All Artemis knew was that a child that young should not be fighting crime.
"Red Robin does not patrol the streets yet. Batman is only starting to train him, and he's my little brother, so I suggest you lay off," Dick said in a way identical to the Bat.
"He's young," Artemis continued.
"Age is but a number besides what are we then to the Justice League?" Dick smirked. Artemis glared, but glanced at the young toddler sitting down at the counter. He looked afraid, but of who? Of her? Her eyes softened just a bit. She remembered how her mom had bugged her on being too young to be a hero.
"Sorry kid, I just get worried of others being heroes, too. It's a dangerous job, you know that?" Artemis asked while walking up to Red Robin. Tim nodded and his eyes became sad and serious.
"Yeah I know, my daddy's gone because of Two Face. I know what this life brings," Red Robin replied solemnly. Artemis stared eyes wide. She put a hand on his shoulder.
"I'm sorry, I know what it feels like to lose a dad in one way or another," she replied sadly. Tim looked at her, and immediately gave her a hug. The kind Grayson gives to him when he feels sad. Artemis hugged him back. She has to say she can't hate the kid now, when he's hugging her and knows how she feels. Damn, she's fallen for the kid.
"Thanks, Red Robin, and welcome to the team," Artemis decided. Tim smiled at being accepted by yet another member and grinned at Robin. Dick put two thumbs up and looked away when Artemis turned to glare at him playfully. Kaldur took that moment to enter the kitchen.
"Oh do we have a new member, Robin?" Kaldur asked.
"Hey Kaldur, this is Red Robin, and he's only going to be here for the day. He's not a permanent member," Robin announced. Kaldur nodded and looked at Red Robin. Tim looked away. He had read Kaldur's article on the Batcave's computer, and it had said Kaldur was the leader of Young Justice.
"Hello Red Robin, It is a pleasure to meet another partner of the Batman," Kaldur greeted kneeling down to Red Robin's eye level.
"It's nice to meet you, Aqualad. Can you really control water?" Red Robin asked shyly. Aqualad showed him how he used modified swords to control any surrounding water.
"I bet Aquaman can't do that," Red Robin yelled gleefully. Aqualad chuckled.
"Aquaman has talents of his own," Aqualad reminded. Tim smiles, another Young Justice member has accepted him. Suddenly, the unexpected happens. A small blur runs through the room, but doesn't stop. Another blur comes through and stops in the middle of the room. Wally West. Red Robin knows Wally because Wally's come over more times than he remembers, but he's never seen Kid Flash so panicked.
"Have you seen a blur run past here?" Wally asked and he took off without waiting for the answer.
Now you may have an idea on who the mysterious character is, however if you don't you'll find out next chapter. ^_^
Anyway, Review if you're not angry with me for taking so long. However, I'll take any cold shoulders in stride. Just blow'em off...or so the Jason in my head tells me.
Thank you
