Chapter 8

"Does that mean I finally get to hang out with the team? And does that mean Red X is…" Robin said getting excited.

"I guess that's one way of putting it and no, I still don't know if Red X can be trusted yet," Batman explained cutting Robin off.

Robin looked slightly disappointed but still looked excited. Dick was still confused but figured he'd find out soon, so he kept his mouth shut. Batman continued telling X and Robin what to and what not to do while at the mountain. Dick kind of just tuned him out, he was tired of being stuck in this place and he really hoped this 'mountain' was better. Or he might just be better off on his own.

After Batman finished and was sure at least Robin had the main idea of what to do, he made a few calls then led Robin and Red X to the zeta tube in the cave. Batman made a temporary code for Red X.

"Batman 02, Robin B01, Red X Z09" the computerized voice announced.

As the trio walked through the tube they were greeted by the sight of six teens standing with five very recognizable Justice League members; Superman, Martian Manhunter, The Flash, Green Arrow and Aquaman. Just by seeing the older heroes Red X knew who the kids were; Superboy, Miss Martian, Kid Flash, Artemis, Red Arrow (previously known as Speedy) and Aqualad. Deathstroke made sure Dick knew everything there was to know about the League and their 'partners'.

Robin looked up at his mentor in slight confusion; he figured that Young Justice would all be here but their mentors too? Red X wasn't that much of a threat was he?

Red X, once again in full mask and costume, mentally sighed. Maybe he should just leave, all this trouble just to see if they could trust him? They must really not like Deathstroke, not that he could blame them though.

Batman walked to the middle of the room and waved his hand, causing screens to pop out in the open. "This is Deathstroke," he explained as a picture came up, "he escaped from custody a few days ago."

Red X stiffened, Deathstroke would definitely know he was gone by now. If he got a hold of him, it was over for Dick Grayson and Red X.

Batman continued talking about what they were going to do about Deathstroke and dangers Dick already knew too well. When they had a plan it got quiet again.

"So what's with the new kid?" Green Arrow asked looking at Red X.

"I'm not a kid," Red X's distorted voice cut off anything Batman was going to say.

All eyes were now on Dick. Dick would have shrunk away and hid with all the attention, but Red X stood tall and dared anyone to say anything.

"This is Red X and he will be staying at the mountain for a while. And no one is to question his identity or who he is." Batman cut off any argument.

The league members walked off to have a private meeting, leaving the younger ones alone. Robin stood almost protectively next to Red X as the others stared suspiciously at the new comer.

As always, it was the speedster who broke the silence, "hey, I'm Kid Flash," he smiled as he zoomed in front of Red X and stuck out a hand.

Red X took it after a moment, "Red X, as you heard."

They released their hands and Kid Flash turned to Robin, "Hey Rob, it's been forever since you have been here," he said almost sadly

"Yeah sorry about that KF, I got really busy with Bats and Gotham, you know how it goes," Robin said quietly.

Aqualad walked up and introduced himself to Red X and shook his hand "let us go to the sitting room and all get acquainted shall we," he asked with a slight smile.

Everyone made their way to a room with couches, chairs and a flat screen TV. Red X took the end of one couch and Robin sat next to him, with Kid Flash next to him. Aqualad took one chair and Superboy took the other. Artemis, Miss Martian and Red Arrow took the other couch.

They were silent for a moment. They were looking back at each other and making expressions to one another. It was painfully obvious they were having a mental conversation without him and from the looks of it without Robin as well.

"You know, I find it rude to have telepathic conversation without me. If you have a problem, say it to my face," Red X said in a dark tone and his eyes narrowed behind the mask.

Everyone looked shocked except for Robin. They all looked at each other but stayed silent.

"I didn't think so," Red X said a little disappointed.

Robin got up "come on X, I'll show you to your new room," he said walking away not waiting for a response.

Red X got up and shot a dirty look at the others and walked after Robin.