Day 6 - Anger

The growling reverberating in her chest could be heard from down the hallway. It was deep and fearsome and was almost border lining a snarl. Her hands wafted with energy and smoke, fury rocking through her whole body.

Her arms trembled where she clenched her fists so tightly and her jaw was beginning to ache from grinding her teeth together.

Starfire panted as she pulled her fist back anew and pummelled the reinforced punching bag in front of her.

Here she stood, down in the gym, expelling energy in the only possible way she could think of right now.

It took a very brave person to approach her in her current state.

Or a stupid one.

She could sense him there before he'd spoken or physically done anything. Starfire paused and held the swinging bag in place, simply waiting.

Robin stepped into the room and sighed from behind her. He wanted to touch her but he was fairly certain his girlfriend might actually rip his hand off.

"Star… are you alright?" He asked, his own anger having waned off for a moment,

She barked out a bitter laugh and shook her head, "Do you not think that is a most stupid thing to ask me right now?"

"Look, I didn't come in here to make things worse-"

"Then why come down at all? To mock me further?"

"I wasn't mocking you!"

Starfire shoved the punching bag away and turned to him, hands on hips, "Robin, you completely humiliated me in front of our friends. You are supposed to care for me and yet you do that to me!"

Robin ran a hand through his hair in frustration, his own anger bubbling without him really understanding why.

"I wasn't doing it intentionally!" He paused, "I was being leader and pointing out your flawed techniques that need improvement!"

"Oh? And why was I the only one to reprimanded!? I did not see you talk about powers to any other Titan!" Starfire yelled,

Robin's mask creased, "Because you were the only one being unnecessarily reckless!"

"Excuse me?" Starfire breathed, her eyes flashing green and lighting up the features on her face,

"Today, you were completely irresponsible. You flew straight into the line of fire! You put yourself in danger!"

"I have done that many times and it is not putting myself in danger! I am more capable that most of the team and will do whatever I can to rescue civilians from peril. That is our job, Robin!"

Robin threw his hands up in exasperation, "Johnny Rancid pulled a fucking gun today, Starfire and you flew straight at him! One hit and you could be dead right now!"

Starfire snorted, "You insult me with your lack of belief in my abilities. My techniques in battle have not changed, Robin and you have never had the problem with it before!"

He remained quiet, his jaw flexing and his breathing deep to attempt to calm himself but Starfire wanted more; she wanted an answer.

"Why would you treat me like that? Why would you debilitate me in front of the others!?"

"I didn't-"

"You did! Do you not believe me capable of handling myself? Do you not think I am enough to be a Titan anymore?"

"Stop putting words in my mouth!"

"Then tell me why!? Why is today's battle any different from others we have faced!? Why are you being so difficult about this!?"

Robin growled before he exploded, "Because I love you, alright!?" He shouted,

Starfire froze and the glow of her eyes faded completely until her pupils were visible again, "What?" She asked, softer now,

He panted and glowered at the floor, "I just… I…" He sighed, "I love you, Star…"

"I do not understand…"

Robin shook his head, "Lately, when we've been in battle, I look over at you and I can't help but worry. I'm… so scared that something is going to happen and… you'll be taken away from me… and I just don't want to lose any more loved ones. Especially you."

Starfire's whole stance relaxed, "Robin…"

"I'm sorry that I made you feel like that, Star… I know you're capable and you're complete gorgeous when you go all warrior mode… I just… can't help but be a little fearful."

The Princess watched him with a thumping heart and compassionate eyes. With that in mind, she slowly wandered closer before stopping just before him. She reached up and brushed her fingertips against his cheek.

She leaned in and softly kissed his lips, nipping and moulding herself to his shape. Robin's hands cradled her waist and pressed against her to remind himself that she was real and she was safe.

As Starfire broke away, she rested her forehead against his, "I love you as well, Robin."

He quirked a tiny, timid smile and nuzzled her cheek.

"And please know, I worry for you just as much in battle but we are united. We have each other's backs on the battlefield and no one can take that from us."

Robin swallowed and nodded, allowing himself to be comforted and cuddled by Starfire in all the wonderfulness that was her.