Before we begin this amazing chapter of Oath and the third part in the mini-series, I just have to say... WOW! Never did I think this story would be this popular and I love that it is and, unfortunately, you guys found out how to make me update 2-4 times a day if I have the time XD So, for the time being, I'm putting aside my reading for yours. So, without further ado, let's begin the semi-final part of this mini-arc and I'll be having my beta fix both this chapter and the previous one up, and hopefully, she'll be done in the next day or so...
Roy stared in deep concentration at his current target, and then fired three arrows in rapid succession. All three managed to hit the target, and he then proceeded to unload his whole quiver into said target. He then pressed the button on his bow and turned with the staff in hand. He then began to fight an invisible opponent, or at least, that's what it would look like to anyone else. But to Roy, he knew exactly who he was fighting; knowing all the man's movements from the years he spent fighting at his side.
Roy continued to attack the air and even dodged imaginary hits. Ever since the encounter with the team, he's been more stressed then ever. He was still getting used to this whole 'leader' thing and then seeing 'her', only made it worse.
"URGH!" He screamed, tossing his staff into the air and attacking a defenseless attack dummy, barehanded.
Ten minutes and fifteen ripped apart attack dummies later, Roy sat on the bench, panting. He sighed, as he began to remember his first days as Speedy and how Green Arrow had been so proud of him. He remembered taking down his first thug. Saving Ollie from a random one, and even their first photo shoot. He sighed, knowing he had a team to lead and he couldn't exactly do it without a clear head. He then pulled out his cellphone and dialed the only number that could solve the situation.
Oliver Queen fired arrow after arrow in rapid succession. From what Artemis had told him, the meeting with Oath didn't go too well and that made Roy even more distant. He's been under a lot of stress lately, seeing as how both Bats and Flash blamed him for their partners going off. Well, more of Flash than Bats; the Dark Knight was basically abandoning Richard, not even trying to get closer to him. From what Barry had told him, Wally was going to talk to him tonight in Blüdhaven. So, everything was good there.
"Damn it, Roy!" Ollie cursed, firing another arrow, while moving with an invisible figure. A figure only he would know from all the times they were forced back to back. He fired another arrow before realizing that it was the last in the quiver. Ollie then ditched the bow and ran to the nearest dummy and began beating it senseless.
Ten minutes and eight torn apart dummies later, Ollie sat on his knees in deep thought. He really needed to connect with Roy again but seeing as how he took on another partner didn't really help his cause out. He sighed as his phone unexpectedly went off. He groaned ready to curse out whoever it was.
"Hello?" He asked, obviously annoyed.
"Ollie?" The voice asked causing his eyes to widen.
"Roy, is that you?" Ollie asked, as he received a grunt in response.
"Look, I was thinking and was wondering if there was a chance we could sit down and talk just the two of us." Roy began, slowly. "I've been under a lot of stress, and honestly, I can't look after my brothers without a clear head." Roy explained, as Ollie smiled just slightly.
"You want to talk? Just the two of us?" Ollie asked, slightly in disbelief.
"Yeah, if that's not a problem." Roy said, slowly.
"Alright, just name a time and a place." Ollie said, reinvigorated.
"Tonight. Oath's central location. 10 o'clock, sharp." Roy stated, as Ollie nodded.
"Alright, I'll see you then." Ollie said, hanging up. He then did what his old partner would never do and that's jump up in joy.
Roy stared at both of his brothers, who were in the living room.
"Alright, guys, I called this meeting to let you both know that we'll be splitting up the patrol tonight between the three of us." Roy began, as Wally nodded.
"Why? What's up?" Richard asked, watching both Roy and Wally's bodies closely.
"Well, GA and I will be trying to make some sort of amends. So, I can lead Oath with a clear head." Roy admitted, as Richard nodded and smiled.
"Good idea, I'd prefer not to be burned alive by some random explosion." Richard said, making Wally chuckle with his joke.
"This is perfect; Uncle Barry met up with me and we agreed to meet up tonight, as well." Wally added with a smile.
"Oh really?" Roy asked with a smirk clearly on his face.
"Yeah! So, this is perfect." Richard stated, as both of his brothers turned to him.
"Let me guess: You and Bats are gonna talk as well?" Roy asked, as Richard chuckled and shook his head.
"Nah, but it gives me a chance to test out some new gadgets without worrying about either of you getting in the middle." Richard stated, as Roy and Wally turned serious.
"You going to be alright by yourself?" Roy asked, sternly. Richard gave an energetic nod.
"Of course! I mean, I've got my two older brothers about ten to fifteen minutes away and a nano-second, if you count Wally." Richard stated with a chuckle.
"Alright, then... Guys, bring it in." Roy commanded. Richard and Wally both walked over to Roy and they wrapped their arms around each other. They all held their fists out so that their tattoos were facing up. "We made this pact in order to prove that we're just as good as our former partners, but now it's become so much more: We're a family and no matter what anyone says or does, will ever change that. Just, don't go Lex Luthor on us." Roy stated with a small chuckle at the last part.
"Partners." Richard repeated.
"Family." Wally added.
"Oath." Roy finished, as they all had a moment of silence. "Alright, Oath, let's kick some ass!" Roy yelled, as they broke the group hug. When they did, both Wally and Richard were nodding. "What?" Roy asked, as the two younger boys chuckled.
"You finally found a battle phrase that matches us." Wally stated, as Richard continued to nod.
"Alright, then... OATH! LET'S KICK SOME ASS!" Roy yelled, pumping his arm into the air.
An hour later...
Red Arrow was standing atop of Oath's headquarters roof, waiting for a certain green archer. He was polishing his bow and making sure everything was ready for his night out.
"Wow, you're here early." A voice stated, making Red Arrow smirk.
"And you're on time." Roy shot back, seeing his old mentor standing there. At his side, was the young girl that had brought him to calling Ollie.
"Hope you don't mind; she kinda blackmailed me into letting her come." Ollie said with a shake of his head.
"Blackmail, huh? Reminds me of a certain bird friend of mine." Red Arrow stated with a smile. "So, whats your name? Huntress? Apollo? Green Arrowess?" Red Arrow asked, as she scoffed.
"Please. It's Artemis, as in goddess of the hunt." She stated, causing him to smirk even more.
"Alright, then, let's get to patrolling." Red Arrow said, looking at his former mentor and his new partner.
Alright for those of you voting the results for Nightwing's person is... Artemis! And before you ask, no, there are at least 3 other reviews agreeing with me and liking the idea. Wally, however, is still up for debate people ;)
And, unfortunately, I have to find a new beta reader :( :( because my current one doesn't like slashes. So i am looking for a new one if you intrested please message me or something. OK, onwards to screwing with Roy.
Question 1: Should Roy and Ollie reconnect unlike in the show? So far, it seems they will, but will it last? hehehe, who knows and sorry for all of you ready to marry off Roy to either yourselves or another character, but he'll end up with Cheshire.
Why let you choose the other two but refuse to let you decide Roy's fate you ask? Simple, I like Lian; she's a baby, but she helps Roy and call me a sucker for kids, but she'll end up showing up in 14+ chapter or so when I get into season 2 or something.
So, have fun with everyone! And good bye mysterious beta reader :(