Robin finally got to go on a patrol with Wally after much annoying (Kid Flash), begging, and puppy dog eyes (Robin). Excited, they went to patrol in Robin's terrain, Gotham. Then Robin spotted her through his masked eyes. The relationship they have together could be described as a Batman-Catwoman relationship–but without the dating. Kind of a frienemies thing. She was walking down an ally while putting something in her belt and it made a jingling sound. Most likely some stolen jewellery. Robin thought. He jumped down from the building he was on and landed quietly a few feet in front of her. She was so busy messing with the jewellery she didn't notice him until he spoke.

"Hey candle wax. Didn't know you were the type to get girly things." She looked up and smirked when she saw him. Kid Flash sped behind her so they surrounded the girl.

"Hey bird brain. Haven't seen you in while. To answer you, one, I'm a girl and two, I like to try new things." Robin pulled out a batarang.

"Well, are you buying something new? I really doubt that. So let's just get this over with and give back what you took." Robin said. The young thief just gave a mocking look, pretending she was actually thinking this over.

"Hmm… I rather not." She said before getting into a fighting position. Suddenly KF, who had been surprisingly quiet during this whole interaction, spoke up, finally alerting her of his presence.

"Well I guess we just have to make you then. Easy enough." Surprised by the new individual here she spun around only to get tackled to the ground. Kid Flash pinned her arms to the ground with a cocky smile, but it turned into a confused look when she smirked. Her arms suddenly turned red and started heating up which caused a sizzling and burned his hands. His grip came off with a hiss of pain. She lifted both of her feet kicked him off and he landed a few feet away with a groan. Who knew combat boots could hurt that much?

Returning her arms to normal she got up, turned around and dodged the incoming batarang. Then she blocked the right hook coming towards her face with her forearm. She aimed a kick at Robin's shoulder but he dodged by turning his body. This was always how their fights would go. Kick, block, punch, dodge. They knew each other's moves so well it would almost seem like a dance. Neither would have an upper hand on the other.

"Is there a reason you want it? I mean, someone could buy it for you." Robin said while dodging a fire blast from the girl. She gave what seemed between a laugh and a grunt while she blocked a kick.

"Are you offering me a gift by buying it? That's so sweet, but the reason I want it doesn't really involve the jewellery." She said back flipping out of the way as a batarang flew past her. It was seemingly even, but both of them forgot the other member that has recovered. KF got up and punched her back. She ended up unfocused for a second but a second was all that was needed. Robin dropped low and swiped her legs from out under her, causing her to fall on her back.

The girl looked up at the two boys looking down at her. She smiled.

"Looks like you got me. Although, you should know I don't go down easily." She swiped Robin's legs out from under him and got up. Then she grabbed the black and red disk from her back with her left hand and aimed the disk close to his neck while her right hand lit up in flames and was pointed at the fastest boy alive. Her look dared them to do something. KF could easily dodge it, but that would leave his friend vulnerable. "See ya." She suddenly sunk into the shadows and left, much like the Bats would do. KF thought that would be hard because of her fiery red hair and red irises but she disappeared quite easily. Wally looked down at his friend expecting to see a scowl on his face because of losing. He was surprised to see a smile on his face.

"Dude? Are you okay? It seems like your happy she got away."

Robin got up and ignored the question. "Let's continue patrol around the city." Then he left in the same manner as the girl, except his signature cackle was left in the air.

1 hour later...

Robin and Kid Flash were on top of a building, almost done patrol when a certain young, female thief came up to them. Kid Flash got into a running position while Robin just crossed his arms and smirked at her. She tossed some things to KF and tossed some things to Robin.

"You were right birdie. These just don't match my style. You said you wanted it back so here you go." She told him. He looked back at her. "Until next time Robin."

"Until next time Phoenix." Phoenix jumped off the building and dived head first. Kid Flash's eyes widened and he ran over to try to catch her but Robin just stood there as if it was an everyday occurrence, which it kind of was. Phoenix made a rope out of fire and threw it over to another building's edge. Now she was swinging through the air towards the building, but she made the rope let go before she made it to the building and attached itself to another place. It kind of reminded Kid Flash of Tarzan swinging on vines. The boys watched this as she continued doing this until she was out of sight. KF looked at Robin.

"Well… that was unexpected."

"Actually, she is one of the most reoccurring criminals I see." Robin told him. KF looked at the pieces of jewellery in his hand, then back to Robin.

"Does this happen a lot?" He asked, emphasizing the things in his hand.

"Yeah, I guess so. She never really takes things she would want to keep."

"So… if we're done now can we go grab something to eat?"

"Sure."

"Race you?"

"No."

With Phoenix…

Phoenix landed on top of a creaky roof. She didn't care if she made any noise. It's not like anyone inside will care. She slipped through the window that she always left unlocked. It lead to her small bedroom in the house. In a corner was an old wooden dresser, and in the corner across from it was her bed. Phoenix powered down, the red in her hair and eyes fading to reveal a brown-eyed and black-haired 13 year old girl. She sighed, and went to her closet door. She had a special lock on it that made sure that only she, or anyone she allowed to, could open.

She had to steal some stuff to make it, but luckily she was smart enough to put everything together. There was a barely visible outline of a square in the middle of the door. Below it was what would seemingly be a small oval dent, but was actually a scanner. Two more were on either side of it. She put her hand on the square. The spot glowed blue for a moment before a computerized voice said, "Welcome, Alexis Ignis Jones."

The door opened showed a bright blue and tech filled room. Alexis took off her disk and put it on the only wall that didn't have anything occupying it at the moment. She took off her costume and put it on the hooks hanging off the wall. She put on a robe, went over to a keypad and typed in a code. A compartment opened and she put her utility belt inside it. After that, Alexis left the room and the door automatically closed behind her. She put on some pyjamas and went to lie down on her bed. She couldn't sleep. The only thing on her mind was her birthday that was coming up in a few days. Now, most people would be excited about their birthday, but Alexis was one of the few people who hated it.

It's the anniversary. So the plan is: school, homework, and visit mom. I have to drop by the flower store before I go though. Alexis felt the guilt eating at her being reminded of what happened that day. The day that made her despise the very day she was born. She looked at the time. 1:30 AM. Ugh. I have school tomorrow. Or in this case today. Whatever. Alexis pulled her black sheet up to her head, closed her eyes and went to sleep; knowing the nightmares that always came this time of year.

With Robin…

Dick was currently lying in his large and very comfortable bed in his pyjamas. He sighed contentedly. He was very happy. He found out that his friend, Alex's birthday was coming up. He wanted to get her something that he knew she would love. He already had it ready. Artemis, Barbara, and him all worked on it together.

Wonder what she's doing now? Probably sleeping or doing some late night studying. Ever since the day he introduced her to Artemis and Barbara, Dick was actually having competition in academics. Also he was officially not the youngest member of their group of friends. Even though it was only by 6 months.

Dick thought of what happened earlier, and Wally's reaction. He mentally laughed. He remembered when they went to the diner (as civilians of course) and Wally was saying how Gotham's villains were 'messed up in the head' and how 'diverse' they were because of the range of villains from their age to their powers. Although Dick had to agree, he didn't really appreciate the fact that Wally was indirectly insulting Phoenix. She was actually pretty cool once you got to know her. He remembered some of the things they had to do together, like when they had to stop a bomb and she mentioned something about herself.

~Flashback~

"You know, I kind of get why people make bombs." Phoenix stated out of the blue as they were walking down some halls they found hiding behind a secret door. Robin looked at her questioningly.

"…and why is that?" He asked her.

"Because I, myself, like to blow things up."

"…" She gave him a look that said 'you shouldn't be silent like that you hypocrite'.

"Oh come on! You should be the one to admit that blowing things up is fun. Besides, it's not like I'm blowing people up, just objects…and places."

"Abandoned places, right?"

"Of course! I ain't no killer."

"Okay then. I guess you're kind of right about the fact that blowing things up is fun. I've done it enough times to prove it. Although, I don't think that's why villains make bombs."

"That's their lost then."

"…"

"…"

"I have a question," Robin said, breaking the silence. Phoenix looked at him, nodding for him to continue, "Did you dye your hair that red? Sorry but it's just too red to be real."

~Flashback End~

Dick laughed remembering the rant that came after that question. Turns out her hair was natural and was part of her powers. Dick soon fell asleep with a smile on his face.