The Cruelest Letter: X

Charlotte- First off, I love your name! Tehe, I've always really liked the name Charlotte. And yes, usually I love Red X/Raven fics, I just wanted to do something different And yes, Slade does have a definite plan, which will be revealed. Red X also has his own plans, and he is cruel and very sadistic, but he was a sexual attraction to Raven, which way make it seem like he's being nice to her at times. He's just a complex guy. And I will try to make the chapters longer. Thank you very much for your review.

I'll Cover Angel and Collins- This chapter might make you hate Red X, but I do have to portray him as evil. And he won't be receiving a name or anything, but she sees his face just because if he was constantly wearing a mask, we wouldn't see face expressions, eye expressions, etc. And although this chapter may make you hate him, he may have a redeeming moment later!

Anon(I know there were a couple anonymous reviews but I think the person will get that i'm talking to them haha)- I completely understand that point of view. Perhaps I made Raven a little to weak, but the way I was picturing it was that shes trying to stay alive until she gets her powers back or the titans find her. And in order to stay alive, she plays by their rules. But I do get that Raven is a very strong and prideful girl, so I get what you are saying. And your questions will be revealed one by one, little by little:) Thank you for the honest review.

Thanks to everyone else for reviewing too!

WARNING: This chapter contains graphic content involving sexual abuse. It shouldn't be too descriptive or dark, but I still feel the need to warn you guys.

Chapter Four: Mine

Robin sat in Raven's usual spot on the roof, feeling hopeless and desperate. He hadn't found any more clues on Raven. Whoever this was was also a genius with computers and security systems. Cyborg had looked for any sign of hacking in the computers, but whoever had done it possessed a lot of skill and intelligence. The voice on the tape was disguised too well, and it was too dark to tell any sign of where they were.

They had dealt with numerous computer geniuses over the years. Yet to him, none of them seemed quite cruel enough to tie up, hurt and starve Raven. He frowned, well maybe he was wrong. Was this somebody new? Someone they had never dealt with? They seemed to know a lot about the titans, but so had other villains. It was taking it's toll on him, making him feel like a worthless leader.

He wasn't thinking straight. His head felt like it was screwed up, like his whole world was falling apart. He wasn't approaching the situation in a smart, tactful way. And he knew that. He walked to the edge of the roof and looked down. The ground looked so far away, so unreal. The usually lush green grass looked like a stained brown, mixed with yellows and faded dark greens. He swirled around when he heard a noise behind him. He gasped. There was a small red box. He rushed to the other side the roof, peering over it's edge. No one.

He let out a growl as he walked over to the box. He picked it up, scared to open it. He finally sucked it up and peeled open the top. There was a folded up note. He sighed and unfolded it, and let his eyes wander over the page.

DEFG 4567. Robin, watch yourself. You better find her before I get to the end.

Think Robin, think.

Robin let out a scream of anger. He felt indescribable rage fill up inside him. He looked back into the box to see if anything besides the note was in there. He felt weak as he saw a lock of Raven's signature purple locks. He fingered the hair, his rage turning to pure depression. He dropped to his knees, not wanting or willing to get up.

Their bond wouldn't work anymore. Ever since her powers left, the bond had left too. He missed Raven's sarcasm, her advice, her rare yet beautiful laughter and most of all, her eyes. He had never seen eyes as marvelous as Ravens. The color itself was haunting, one that citizens tried to copy with contact lenses. The size was impeccable, and the shine was vibrant. Every emotion she ever felt mirrored through her eyes.

He picked up the box, stuffing the note back into it. He kept the lock of Raven's hair, not wanting the others to see it. He needed them to work clear headed, and if seeing her hair brought back this many memories for him, it would do the same for them.

"So what should we do?" Asked Starfire, looking to Robin for guidance.

Robin shook his head, weary. He was getting no sleep, every time he closed his eyes he had haunting nightmares filled with Raven's torture. He obsessed over the case constantly, but couldn't find any new clues.

"I have an idea." Spoke up Beast Boy, nervous.

"What?" Robin jumped to it, hoping it wasn't nonsense. If the titans could see his eyes, they would see the pain and hope in them.

"Her powers went missing. I think it could relate to her kidnapping somehow."

"Yeah?" Robin prodded.

"If we find out why her powers went missing, maybe it could lead us to the villain." He bit his lip, hoping Robin would at least think about the idea and not freak out on him for suggesting it.

Robin nodded, "You're right. That makes sense, but when she was here, we ran every test we could think of."

"We tried everything." Cyborg confirmed.

"We'll try to think of more ideas. In the meantime, we need to figure out this game." He held up the new note.

"I don't understand this. He uses letters, then numbers. It's like some kind of code." Cyborg scanned the note and box quickly for fingerprints, confirming that there weren't any.

"Cyborg, search every and any code systems and books. See if it will match up."

"And us?" Asked Starfire.

"Beast Boy will focus on his theory of finding out what happened to Raven's powers. You will assist him in any ways possible."

Starfire nodded, happy to help Beast Boy. "And what will you do, friend Robin?" She was worried about her friends emotional stability.

"I'm going to do everything possible to find her."

The other titans just nodded. Everything they seemed to do or say lately set him off. They decided it was better just to do their assignments. They split up, Cyborg going to the lab while Beast Boy and Starfire went off to do research.

Robin scowled, "I'll anything it takes to find you Raven. Even if it means going against what I stand for." He looked again at the lock of hair. He'd do everything he could to make sure he saw her eyes again.

"Raven."

Raven angrily looked up to see Red X again. She saw that his mask was once again off, revealing his cold features. His blue eyes were like ice, and there was no hint of warmth in them. His voice was usually harsh or sarcastic, but the way he said her name was in a much different tone. It was filled with something she didn't quite recognize.

He walked up to her, his eyes lining up with hers. She didn't glare nor did she show fear. She just felt numb lately. She was losing hope. Red X had came in earlier to simply cut off a few strands of her hair. Slade didn't come in much anymore, and she was only fed a little at random times.

"What do you want?" She choked out. Her throat felt dry, so dry it felt like it was on fire. She desperately wanted water, but she didn't dare ask for it. She just wished Red X would stop making conversation with her before he did what ever kind of torture he had planned for his little videos.

"How long have you loved Robin?" His blue eyes flashed, they were almost as expressive as Raven's, except Red X only felt a select number of emotions, and they weren't all that different from each other.

"What?" Raven felt exasperated. Why was he even bringing a subject like that up?

"I know he loves you. And you love him," He ran a hand roughly through her hair, "Just admit it."

"Why would you even care?" Raven wished so desperately that she could just smack him across the head with a desk.

"I've always had a rivalry with bird boy. I wanted his suit, so I stole it. Now I have his girl in chains, and I want her." He let his hand wander, feeling her backside.

"I'm not his girl, idiot." Raven bit her lip. Shit. Her anger was getting the best of her. It might as well though, at this point she was doubting any hope for her survival.

Except Red X didn't hit her. He just continued to let his hands roam. Raven shivered as he slipped one hand under her shirt, lightly running his fingers over her nipples. She shut her eyes tightly, wishing he would stop.

"Don't touch me." She commanded, hoping he'd stop and just beat her instead.

"You're so lovely looking, Raven. I love my girls fragile yet feisty. And I like a prize." His eyes looked unlike him now, they appeared sadistic and wanting. Like lust mixed with pride.

"I'm not a prize. You stole the wrong titan." She rolled her eyes, hoping to break Red X from whatever spell her was under.

"What, Starfire? Oh no, Raven. Robin's eye has always been on you. And he'll never get to have you again. Its just a shame that I won't get to keep you either." He frowned, thinking of Slade's plan. Raven's death was a very important part of it. Yet Red X couldn't contain how much he wanted Raven. He wanted to control her, to own her.

"You're mine Raven. For right now, you're mine." He produced a key and unlocked her from her ankle chains. He unlocked her wrist chains that attached to the wall, but still kept the handcuffs on. He picked her up, carrying her out of the room.

Raven looked around nervously, a sick feeling building up in her stomach. She eyed the hall way he was carrying her down. The walls very a moldy, wet looking color. The lighting was dim, but a lot lighter than the room she was being kept in.

Red X kicked open a door and walked over to a king sized bed, dropping her down on it. The room was much nicer than the hall way. The walls looked almost new, white and stainless. The bed she was laid on was filled with mounds of blankets and pillows. Notebooks and a laptop were laid out on a desk.

"I won't touch you." Raven spoke at last, staring up at him.

He looked down at her, "I like a fighter. Raven, I just want you to accept that I own you. Accept it and i'll let you sleep in here tonight. On a bed."

She shook her head, "I'd prefer the cold cement to a bed with you."

He let out a bit of anger as he slapped her face, "What? Because i'm not Robin?" He grabbed her roughly and pinned her down on the bed.

"Let go of me." She struggled against his arms. She wished she wasn't so weak. Fuck Red X for barely feeding her.

"Does Robin have a big dick? I assure you, whatever he is, i'm better." He grinned widely as he ripped off what remained of her clothing. He stared down at her naked body, taking in the sight of her curves. Her ribs were sticking out a bit, which looked a bit strange to him. He'd have to remember to feed her later.

Raven felt disgusted as his eyes scanned her. She didn't understand his odd obsession with being competitive with Robin. Was that why he was in this plan with Slade? Was it even about the money?

Red X struggled to hold her down as he removed his pants. She scratched and bit him, almost successfully getting away. He put both his hands back on her, pinning down her shoulders and kissing down her neck.

Fear rose up in Raven. She finally came to the realization that he was going to get his way with her. It seemed so unreal, as if she was out of her body and watching another girl, who looked just like her, get forced upon.

"Please." She gasped in between breaths, he was crushing her stomach, "Just let me go. Don't do this. Please."

"Raven," He softly spoke to her, his quiet voice even creepier than his normal one, "Just let me please you. Let me brand you as mine."

He bit down on her neck, making her let out a little groan of pain. The sensation on her neck was odd, and when he lifted his mouth, she saw he had left a deep hickey complete with teeth marks.

He felt her chest, his hands gripping her breasts in a hard, squeezing manner. She bit down on her lip, trying to resist screaming in pain. She didn't want to give him the satisfaction. A bit of blood seeped out, dripping onto her tongue. It tasted like a mix of metal and iron. It made her feel ill and he pried open her legs, positioning himself in between them.

She let out a soft sound of protest as he entered her. Her eyes squeezed in pain. Her virginity was taken, with quick, forceful thrusts. The area between her legs became numb as he continued, and she no longer felt pain, just violation. He kept thrusting for a while longer, then groaned as he pulled out just in time to spill his seed all over her chest. She looked down, wanting to puke, but holding it in.

Her head spun as he got a towel to clean her off. She felt sick, like she was going to pass out from a strange form of exhaustion. She barely noticed as her slipped her into the shower, washing off her body. Blood streaked down her legs, a symbol of her lost innocence. He toweled her off and locked her hand cuffs to the post of her bed. He put cuffs on her ankles just in case her head cleared up enough for her to try and hurt him.

He brushed her hair behind her ears, enjoying the sight of the beautiful, broken girl. Maybe it wasn't normal to feel like this. He felt as if he wanted to own Raven. He wanted to be the only one to hurt or touch her. He wanted to keep her. She was his. He started to wonder whether or not he really wanted Slade to ruin that.

"It doesn't match any codes I can find. I have a feeling that it's a lot more simplistic than we're thinking. I think it's more of a way to taunt us that to offer an explanation." Cyborg sat with Beast Boy and Starfire, who had researched a myriad of books on superpowers, the ability of the mind, and the planet of Azarath. Nothing.

It was late, and the night was starless. A simple, cresent moon shone in the sky. There was nothing exciting or different about the night. In the titan tower, the feelings remained the same. All sadness.

"Let's go to bed. We'll start again in the morning." Cyborg felt as if he had to be the leader now. Robin was hardly ever with them, and Beast Boy and Starfire both needed a leader to look up to.

Starfire looked up sadly, "Where is Robin?"

Cyborg sighed, "I don't know, im sorry Star. He'll turn up." Cyborg knew how Robin was, but he worried about him too. He felt like Robin could take care of himself, but he had thought that about Raven. Even without powers, Raven was still a tough little girl.

Beast Boy left the two and yawned deeply as he crawled into his bed. His mind was racing as he finally fell into a deep, cloudy sleep. He usually had vivid, marvelous dreams filled with magic and happiness. This dream was different.

"Beast Boy, listen to me. Beast Boy, listen."

He looked up to see a beautiful woman standing before him. She was tall and slim, and looked like an older version of Raven.

"Raven?" He called out, "Is that you?"

The woman gave him a sad smile, "I am Arella, Raven's mother. I need to tell you something."

Beast Boy's head spun with confusion, "What? Why me? Is this real?"

"Shhhh," She put a hand on his shoulder, calming him, "You were right about Raven's powers. She needs help. I don't know where she is, or who took her. But I do know that Trigon is responsible for the absence of her powers. Help her get them back, and they will be twice as strong as before. Nothing will stop her from defeating her kidnappers and Trigon."

"But I don't know how to help her. Please, tell me more."

She smiled in a sad way again, "Only the monks can say more. Search Raven's room."

She faded away, Beast Boy screaming for her to stay.

He awoke, looking around to see if Arella was around him. He scratched his head. Is it possible that the dream meant something? That it was real? Raven had never really told the titans much of her past, and her birthplace. How was he supposed to contact a monk of Azarath?

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