Following Raven's arrival, and Changeling's, well, always having been there, the young heroes gathered on the couch. They each took a seat, and got ready to listen. For each of them, the original team of the Teen Titans were legends in their own right. Breaking off from adult supervision, and taking on threats that would give even the Justice League trouble. They saved the planet from an inter-dimensional demon, they defeated the Brotherhood of Evil after they had evaded the Doom Patrol for years. They had more than earned their new spots in the Justice League, and surely anything they had to say would be of the utmost importance, right?

Unfortunately for them, one should never underestimate Changeling's penchant for mixing up priorities.

"Alright, first off, as tempting as it is, please don't have too many all-night video game sessions, it can really throw off our budget. Also, the showerhead's will not extend all the way to your bedroom, believe me, I've tried."

Sound advice for sure, but not the kind they were expecting from a legendary hero. Perhaps Raven would be better?

"We're also going to have to remind you that while you likely won't run out of hot water here, we'd prefer you not spend too long in the shower."

Well, maybe they had judged too harshly. These were some of the best superheroes who had ever lived, so maybe they have a point.

One hour later, and a reminder to keep their underwear clean, Jamie had finally had enough.

"Ok, I was under the impression that we would be learning how to be the new generation of Titans, but so far all we've gone over is basic hygiene, and reminders not to screw with the budget, when do we get to the important stuff?"

Changeling and Raven shared a look, before Raven continued.

"We're sorry, while we understand that this is tedious info, it is important. Our budget, while large, is still finite, and we'd like to avoid going overboard if we can. Your hygiene, while we are confident that we can trust you to stay clean, can be easy to neglect in our line of work. If it helps, we'll be going into the 'important stuff' in a bit."

Blushing, Jamie gave a polite nod before sitting back into a more relaxed position. Changeling then continued into the next topic.

"We were going to go over the chore list now, but I think we can get into what you all are clearly here for. To start with, me and Raven will be supervising you. We don't want you guys making the same mistakes we did. We'll set up your training sessions, help research and investigate cases inside the tower, and generally making sure you're all ok. However, we won't be participating in the action unless the tower is attacked, or in a dire enough situation."

Raven continued with the next part.

"Out in the field, Cassie is your leader. You will need to follow her orders, and be ok with working together. Your first batch of training sessions will include trust exercises, and we will get you to work as a team. However, in here, you all answer to me and Changeling. We will be searching the tower regularly for alcohol and drugs, so don't even think about it. If, for whatever reason, you ever become intimate with a teammate then you'll follow the policy we had on the team: Do it in private, and use protection."

Now the teens were blushing. Of course, Static just had to be the wise guy.

"And are you two following that rule?"

"Garfield and I are engaged, and if we choose to have kids then we'll happily break the second part, but this is non-negotiable for you five."

"Ok, ok, don't know why I had to open my big mouth for"

"Neither do I"

Deciding to cut this off now, Changeling entered in with his own comment.

"That actually brings us into an important topic for me and Raven. I'm sure at least one of you is wondering why us two in particular, right?"

Everyone except Cassandra nodded their head in response.

"Right, well, the truth is we have a selfish reason too. Me and Raven are kinda settling down, maybe actually have kids and start a family together, but we're also staying in the business in support roles. That includes supervising this new team, but we will be called in if a situation demands it. We'd appreciate if this stays a secret for now, only the original Titans know besides you."

"Now, we're going to go over the chore list. You're each expected to do your part to keep the tower clean. We will punish you if you shirk out on your duties around the tower."

The rest of the orientation went along smoothly. There was some minor debate over dividing up the chores, and Miss Martian seemed to be a bit too eager to talk to Raven about her upcoming wedding, but they were making smooth progress. Cassie immediately offered to help Cassandra out with learning how to read and to speak better, and Jamie and M'gann seemed to be hitting it off pretty well. However, Raven could feel the apprehension coming off of Virgil, despite his frequent snarky comments. After dismissing the others to be shown to their room by Garfield, Raven asked to speak to him alone.

"Um, what is it?"

Raven could feel his nervousness spike. No doubt worried he was about to be informed that his comment earlier was going to get him fired.

"May I ask what your apprehensive about?"

"Huh?"

"I'm an empath, I can sense your emotions. If you don't want me to know, then I won't pry, but if I have learned anything while on this team, it's best to be open about your feelings."

Virgil seemed to give it some thought for a moment, before giving his response.

"Truthfully, I'm kinda nervous about being on this team. I've been solo since I got my powers, and I've never really had much interaction with people like me that weren't trying to kill me, you know?"

Raven nodded in full understanding.

"Actually yes, I was the same when we first formed the team. Just keep in mind that you're not alone. The team was like family, and I hope the new team will be family to you too. Now let me take you to your room."

Virgil smiled and gave his thanks.

Later, Raven and Changeling met up back in their room. They had decided to share a room about a year into their relationship, as they were already sleeping in the same bed every night anyway.

"You know, I think Miss Martian and Batgirl could tell you were withholding the full truth from them on that bit of rulebreaking we may or may not do."

"Yeah, like I'm going to tell them about the time Mas Y Menos walked in on us in the laundry room." Raven replied with her usual sarcasm.