Here we go with chapter five everyone and sorry guys for the late update. Been working hard on my classes and work while trying to also work on my chapters too. So, I hope everyone is ready for this chapter. Also, thanks for the reviews guys I appreciate it.

Last time we saw Isamu meet Raven and the two have gotten along. How will things go now that he is living in Raven's closet? Will they get along as time passes? And will the others find out the truth about him?

Check out the chapter to find out. I want to thank my friend General Herbison for his help. I don't own anything from the DC, Bleach, and Star Wars universe. Just my OCs, except for the OCs from the general. Enjoy the chapter everyone!

Chapter V

Titan's Tower

"Raven, you there?" Robin asked as he contacted Raven through their communicator.

"I'm here and ready," said Raven as she stood on the rooftop waiting for the signal.

"Good. I'll be there in two minutes," said Robin as he sees a large truck heading his way. He managed to dodge it, while looking behind him. "Maybe three."

Earlier the Titans received word that Plasmus broke out of prison and was attacking a lab. The police managed to get the chemicals out before Plasmus could get to them. Now it was up to the Titans to stop him. Robin's plan is to lure the monster away from the civilians and lure him into a trap.

"I understand. I'll be ready when you get here," said Raven as she got ready for her part.

Raven, Beast Boy, and Starfire will help block off any escape for Plasmus. Allowing Cyborg to use a special chemical that the warden gave them to help knock out the monster so they can take him back to prison. However, they need to make sure the chemical will not spread the city. So, Raven has to make sure to make a barrier around Plasmus so it won't get out.

But while she waited for Plasmus to show up she couldn't help but hear a familiar sound. A roaring sound that came not far from where she is at. She looks up and sees a Hollow, which is currently fighting Isamu.

She lets out a small sigh and turned her attention back to the plan. "He just couldn't take the fight somewhere else."

Two weeks have passed since Isamu joined Raven and the Titans. Raven was able to convinced Robin to let her friend stay since she claims he has nowhere else to go. Robin agreed to let him stay, but also had to make sure he wouldn't go to areas where he is not allowed to go to. Raven agreed to this and even got them to give him a room next to her room.

This caused Beast Boy and Cyborg to think Isamu is Raven's boyfriend, which ended with her scaring the two boys to shut them up. She had intended to keep him in her closet, but she knew it would cause suspension if she kept him in there. So far, it has been going smoothly. Isamu has been doing his job like he said he would without the others noticing.

He showed her how he did this and how he would leave his body in his soul form so he can fight Hollows. Meanwhile a Mod soul would be left behind to take over his body to act as if he is still there. She would tag along with him for these fights to learn more about these creatures and see if she could help. Another reason for this though is mostly to keep an eye on him and make sure he wasn't up to something.

She couldn't sense he was lying about why he was there, but then again so did Terra. She just wanted to be sure and hope history won't repeat itself.

"Raven, you there?" Raven snapped out of her thoughts when Cyborg was calling for her.

"Y-yeah, I'm here," said Raven as she turned her attention back to the mission.

"He's almost here. Get ready," said Cyborg as he began getting the chemical ready.

He plans to use his arm cannon to spread it, but only after Raven shields them. He won't be affected but couldn't risk it harming his teammates.

"I'm ready when you are," said Raven as she hears the fighting above her continue.

She was glad that the others still couldn't see Isamu in his Soul Reaper form or the Hollow. At least, she thinks so. She has noticed Cyborg and Robin seem to be able to hear the noises. Even claiming they see something in the sky at times. But ignore it as if it is nothing.

Isamu explained to her it is possible they might soon be able to see spirits like she can. However, when that happens, he will take the fighting elsewhere, so they won't get a lot of questions.

"Here he comes!" Beast Boy shouted as Robin drives to the area just as Plasmus charged in at him.

Luckily Starfire flew by and grabs Robin getting him to safety. Robin tosses some fling-bombs that hit his feet and freezes them. Raven flew down and saw this chance to create the barrier around Plasmus and Cyborg. Meanwhile, Cyborg activates the chemical as it began surrounding the monster.

Plasmus began roaring loudly and screamed as it tried to attack Cyborg. Raven used her magic to shield him so that he won't get hit. The chemical soon began causing the goo around Plamus to melt away. The chemical was working, and it wouldn't be long before Cyborg would get an opening to knock out Plasmus's human side.

"Hey, what are you doing?" Raven turns around and sees Isamu standing behind her while smiling at her.

"Working, what are you doing here and where is the Hollow?" Raven asked as she got upset that he caused her to jump a little.

Isamu points behind him and shows him the Hollow already cut in half. "Took care of it a lot faster than you guys and that goo monster. By the way, what is up with the goo monster you guys fought?"

Isamu recalls being told about the type of criminals that the Titans go after. He wasn't sure why the Titans deal with them since they sounded like they weren't a big threat. Heck, he could have taken them down with ease for them. Something Raven didn't think he was serious about, until one night he dropped off half the criminals at prison so the Titans can get a good night's sleep.

"I think the better question is why didn't you lead the Hollow away from the city?" Raven asked as her friends begin securing Plasmus.

Isamu puts his sword away as he looks up at the sky. "I tried to lure it away, but the darn thing was really focused on something else. Most likely you or one of your friends."

Raven recalls what Isamu told her about Hollows and how they attack people with strong spiritual energy. It didn't surprise her that this thing was after them, but her friends wouldn't be able to see it. At least from what Isamu said, not yet.

"Good news is the Hollow activity here is starting to die down. Bad news is still haven't been told if I could leave or not," said Isamu who didn't seem to see the last part a bad thing.

Raven noticed this. "You don't sound upset about it. I take it you're getting used to being here?"

"What do you think?" Isamu asked as he noticed something. "By the way. Are you okay? I overheard your friends saying how you look tired. Like you haven't been sleeping well."

Raven mentally cursed when he brought this up. It was true she hasn't been sleeping well and it was for…other reasons. However, she didn't feel like talking about it. Even with her friends.

Speaking of which, she hears Robin calling out to her. "Raven! We're going to get some pizza. Are you coming?"

Raven walks over the ledge and shook her head. "Actually, I'm going to go buy some books downtown. I'll be back at the tower later!" she replied before putting her hood on.

"Mind if I tag along?" Isamu asked until he sees Raven taking off and flies towards the bookstore. "Well, she didn't say no," he said as he began following her.

Raven arrived to the bookstore where she walked in. The owner recognized her and welcomed the heroine to his store. She has been going into his store for some time now. Probably the only customer he has that enjoys coming by his store and buying books without being attached to their phones.

As she looks around, she finds several new books that caught her eye. One of them was on the myths and legends of the supernatural in Japan. She took the book out and began looking through it. Finding different stories about the supernatural that exist in Japan.

Some being myths and legends mostly revolving about ghosts that exist. One about a tall woman that kidnaps a child, another of a spirit that curses people whoever enters her home, but there was one that caught her attention. About Shinigami that travel around helping pass souls on to the afterlife. While fighting against monsters that try to devour these souls.

"Nice read, isn't it?" Raven gasped as she hears someone sneak up on her.

She turns around and sees its Isamu. "Don't sneak up on me like that," she said upset that he did that. "What are you doing here? I didn't ask you to come."

"Sorry about that and you didn't say not to follow you," Isamu replied pointing out what Raven never said. "This is a nice store. Reminds me of the one back home in Japan and the different stories they have there."

"Stories like from this book?" Raven asked pointing to the book she was reading.

Isamu nods in response. "Yeah. It's not bad, especially when you encounter those spirits."

"R-really?" Raven was surprised to hear that some of these spirits from the book are real. "Like which ones?"

"The tall woman for one thing. She was a pain to deal with, especially when she gets upset that I got in her way from her victim," Isamu replied as the two began walking around the store. "Personally, though I kind of felt bad for many of these spirits. Some were once human and wanted love but became these vengeful spirits when something bad happened to them."

Raven listened to what he says and then to the book that has a picture of the spirits. "They don't become Hollows, but they can still be dangerous as vengeful spirits?"

Isamu nods in response. "It's rare for them not to become Hollows when they have been around long. Sometimes it's because of the souls they devour that helps keeps them from turning. Still, once they are defeated the souls are set free. The spirit is then freed of the curse and will be judged in the afterlife."

Raven recalled Isamu telling her about some of the things he encountered in the past, but was surprised that he fought others that weren't Hollows. "Even with all the things that they did and the souls they took they still deserve a chance to be forgiven?"

"I believe they weren't in control of their actions and that they were doing this because of what happened to them," said Isamu who believes that is the reason for why these souls did what they did. "Don't you think so?"

Raven couldn't help but nod in response. What he said made her feel bad for these spirits. That they did bad things, but not because they wanted to. It was because of what they went through.

"By the way. Are you okay?" Isamu asked as he snapped her out of her thoughts. "I noticed you waking up earlier than usual and you look tired. Like you haven't been sleeping well. You all right?"

Raven sighed figuring this would come up. First Starfire, Cyborg, Beast Boy, Robin, and now Isamu. She tries to reassure them all she is okay. That nothing is wrong, and she is fine.

"Everything is okay. I just decided to wake up a little early to get some stuff done before trouble arrives," Raven lied hoping it will fool Isamu.

Isamu figured that might be true. Since he has been living with the Titans he heard that darn alarm going off early in the morning and late at night. Making it hard for anyone to get some relaxing time. So, maybe that's why she's tired.

"All right. Well, if you want, I can help you guys fight the criminals," Isamu suggested. "That way you guys can get some sleep and don't have to wake up early."

"O-oh well sure that sounds good," said Raven who didn't mind that idea and is glad Isamu believed her. "Just remember don't kill the criminals."

Isamu sighed in annoyance. "Fiiiine, I won't do it…can I hurt them a little?"

Raven thinks about it and sighed. "Fine."

Titan's Tower

The Titans made a return to the Tower after they locked up Plasmus and went to eat some pizza. Once they finished, they headed back home. Beast Boy and Cyborg to play video games. While Starfire is in the kitchen putting away the leftovers for Raven.

Meanwhile, Robin walked towards the computer and began typing in his report for what happened. While he did this his thoughts went back on what happened during their fight with Plasmus. He didn't say this in front of the team, but during the fighting he saw something in the sky. It was blurry so he couldn't get a good look, but he could hear loud howling noises.

The same kind that he has been hearing for the last few days. At first, he thought it was nothing and ignored it. But the noises continued to occur almost every day. Mostly at nights and rarely during the day.

He also suspected it has to do with Raven's friend. Ever since he arrived the noises began occurring. He also acted suspicious every time they happened. As if his personality changes whenever they occur and when the noises stop, he's back to normal.

He tried talking to Raven about it, but she didn't seem to notice anything was wrong. It made him think back on how she did the same during the whole Malchior incident. Of course, since that day she has been more cautious when it comes to putting her trust in someone. Even if that someone is a close friend he would have to assume.

"Robin, are you all right?" Starfire asked as she approached her friend. "You have been quiet since we got back. Is everything okay?"

Robin lets out a small sigh and nods in response. "Everything is fine. Just thinking."

"About what?" Starfire asked wondering what Robin has thinking so much.

"Well…I guess this is going to sound crazy but have you heard any howling noises at night?" Robin asked, which caused the room to become silent.

Cyborg and Beast Boy paused their game looking at Robin with a surprised expression. Starfire had the same look, which gave Robin his answer.

"So, we weren't the only ones," said Beast Boy breaking the silence.

"How long?" Robin asked wondering how long his friends have been hearing the noises.

"I heard it about two weeks ago. At first I thought it was Beast Boy making strange noises to keep me up at night, but then he started hearing it too a week ago," Cyborg replied.

"It didn't sound like any animal I knew. So we thought about looking for the source of the sound, but Raven told us she didn't hear anything," Beast Boy explained. "We just figure it must have been something else."

"I admit I did not hear the strange noises they spoke up at first…until two nights ago," Starfire replied speaking next. "I asked Raven about it and she told me it was a spell she was working on that made the noises. But then I began hearing them during the day but did not say anything about it.'

Robin knew this couldn't be a coincidence and the fact that Raven is involved is making him feel uneasy. "I know this might sound strange, but it seems the noises all began when Isamu first appeared."

"Wait, you don't think he's behind it right?" Beast Boy asked.

"If he is then why doesn't Raven say anything?" Starfire asked who didn't want to believe their new friend is the source of the sound.

"They did say they are close friends. Maybe he has some sort of condition and Raven is helping him," Cyborg suggested believing that might be it. "I doubt she would keep any secrets from us if it the noises leads to something dangerous."

Robin had to admit that was true. Raven wouldn't keep anything from them if it wasn't something she couldn't handle. Maybe Isamu does have something, which is why he came for Raven to help him. If it was anything bad, then she would go to them to help.

"All right. For now, let's keep this among ourselves. I'll speak to Raven about it later if the noises get…worse. Understand?" Robin asked getting all nods from his friends.

He just hope Raven will let them know the truth about her friend. That way they won't have to worry about the noises or worry about something happening while they try sleeping at night.

Later

Nighttime came for the city as the Titans all took off to get some sleep. Raven returned an hour after her friends and went to go read her new book. While also getting in some meditation. Isamu meanwhile took off to go meet an 'old friend' of his, which to Raven was code word was for his superior.

He explained that he answers to the one who send him to protect the city from the Hollows. That he was once a captain of the 13 Court Guard Squads. Who are in charge of protecting the World of the Living and send out members of their squads to fight the Hollows. Isamu doesn't belong to any of these squads since he was born in the human world.

However, he still has to obey the laws the Soul Reapers follow. Raven understood this and was curious about how their system works. The only other thing Isamu could tell her without revealing too much is they don't get involved in the affairs of the humans. That their job is to protect the souls from those who try to harm them and not humanity's own stupidity as Isamu's mentor called it.

Raven didn't press on with her questions and focused on trying to get some sleep. She didn't tell anyone this, but for the last few days she hasn't been able to fall asleep well. She would get probably a few hours of good sleep, but then something happens. She would have nightmares of her city being destroyed, fire everywhere, and demons appearing out of nowhere.

She didn't know what this meant and tried her best to shake off this feeling. But the more she struggles the more the nightmare gets worse and worse. To the point that she has to go up to the roof to meditate. To keep them under control and get some sort of sleep.

For this night it was no different. She once again wakes up in a panic as sweat began dripping down from her face. She looks over to see nothing was there as usual. Just her scary artifacts and paintings. Reminding her to redecorate and make the room less creepy.

Raven was at least glad her bed didn't get shattered by her powers like before. "At least I didn't lose control of my powers again," she replied as she got out of bed and sighed as she sees the time. "Great. Another bad dream and yet another sleepless night.'

Raven phases through the window and heads up to the rooftop. She lets out a loud yawn and looked up into the stars. Will I ever get a good night's sleep? She thought asking herself that same question over and over again.

She makes it to the top and finds someone is already there. Isamu, wearing his Soul Reaper uniform and looking up at the full moon. "What are you doing here? I thought you were off to see your mentor?" she asked.

Isamu turns to Raven and smiled softly. "Ever heard of a cell phone?" he asked trying to make a joke. "Just admiring the view after I left him a message. Just waiting for him to eventually respond. What about you? Isn't it a little late to meditate?"

Raven didn't want to tell him why she was up here and so she lied about her reasons. "I just…came up here to clear my thoughts and yes meditate a little," she replied as she sat down on the floor.

"Well, don't mind me then. I'm just going to lie down here and look up at the moon," said Isamu as he lies down on the floor. "Hope you don't mind, Rae."

"It's a free country. I don't really care," Raven replied as she began meditating.

She tried her best to levitate off the ground, but her lack of sleep has made it difficult for her to do even something simple. She lets out a small, frustrated sigh almost forgetting Isamu was on the roof with her.

Isamu of course noticed this and got up. He walked in front of her and sat down across from the girl. He stared at her as if trying to get a read on her. Trying to figure out what's wrong and why she's up here.

Raven could feel someone staring at her and opens her eyes slightly to see him. "What? What are you doing?" she asked sounding annoyed.

"Sorry," Isamu apologized when he saw Raven staring at him. "I was just wondering what's bothering you. I mean, I know you said nothing is bothering you, but I can tell something is bothering you. Something that is keeping you awake at night and causing you to have those bangs under your eyes. I know you won't tell me what it is, but if you want to talk about it I'm here to listen."

Raven sighed in annoyance again and didn't like how he is pressing her like this. She's blaming the lack of sleep for her having a little attitude and her response might sound a little snippy. "Isamu, nothing is wrong. While I appreciate your offers, I'm fine. I just want to meditate, not be bothered by anyone, and just be alone. Okay? Is that clear?"

Isamu thought didn't seem affected by her response and just smiled again. "All right, but if you want to talk to me as I said before I am here for you. Also, sorry if I am bothering you with this. I have to admit I was hoping after two weeks you would open up to me a little and we can be friends. But I get it you have your reasons and I respect that."

Raven now felt a little guilty for how her response was, but she didn't want to lower her guard. She did like Isamu, and he is someone who did seem to understand her a little. Being different, having powers that to normal people would make them look creepy. Even seeing how those that are dark are not all bad and that they can be misunderstood.

Of course, when she thought of this it made her think back of Malchior. How he did the same thing and how he used her. She figures that's why she is trying not to get too close to Isamu. Out of fear he will turn out just like the dragon.

Still, she couldn't shake off for how she has talked to him and tried to make her next response sound better. "Isamu, I wish I could open up to you a little bit, believe me. You aren't like some of the boys I have met and you make me feel…normal. But you have to understand that I have some trust issues. One that has kept me from opening up with strangers, especially ones who I just met, has secrets from me, and who I'm worried might end up hurting me."

Isamu didn't feel upset about what she said. In fact, he understood her reasons and it made him respect her response. "I understand and believe me I wouldn't want to force you to open up to someone if you have a bad history of trusting someone. I'm not going to lie I wish I could tell you more about myself and my past. Still, in due time I'm sure that will change. For now, I'll work hard on earning your trust and get you to open up some more."

Raven couldn't help but smile a little when he said that. He did seem determine to get her to trust him. As if he is making it his goal to do it. She can respect that a little and see how he'll be able to pull that off.

"Anyways, I'll leave you to your meditation…oh by the way here," Isamu pulls out something from his kimono.

It appeared to be a dreamcatcher. One that looked handmade and had markings around it. Raven could see the markings were in Japanese. Ones she couldn't read, but they seem important.

"My mom made this for me and my sister long ago when we couldn't sleep. She said this was passed down from her family for generations and how it helps protect our dreams from nightmares," Isamu explains as his expression turned from a happy to a small bit of sadness. "It helped me a lot when I had nightmares and now, I want you to use it. So, it can help you with yours."

Raven stared at the gift and how special it was to Isamu. So special that she shook her head and tried to give it back. "N-no, it belongs to you. I couldn't possibly keep it."

Isamu however insisted on her using it. "Don't think of it as keeping it. Just think of it as…borrowing. You are borrowing this from me and when you are feeling better then you can give it back. Please give it a chance."

Raven wanted to continue protesting, but a loud yawn escaped her mouth as she felt her eyes getting sleepy again. She looks down at the dreamcatcher and lets out a defeated sigh.

"I guess I can give it a try to see how it works," she replied cursing herself for giving in to his demand. "But if it doesn't work, I'm giving it back."

"Deal," Isamu replied as his phone began ringing and he knew another Hollow is appearing. "Duty calls then. Goodnight Raven and hope it helps," he said as he took off towards the city to fight the Hollow.

"Good night," Raven replied as she phases through the floor and goes back to her room.

She goes over to her bed and decides to attach the dreamcatcher to it. Well, one way to find out if it works then. She thought as she got into bed and began drifting off to sleep. Unaware the dreamcatcher began working and she soon was able to get plenty of sleep without any nightmare waking her up.

Sorry for the long wait guys. Been busy trying to get everything done from work and classes. Done with classes, but with summer coming up not sure if I'll be called in for work. Still, I hope everyone liked the chapter and liked the bonding with our two heroes.

Isamu helping Raven, who is still having trouble with bonding. Keep in mind this is after season 3 and we will be getting into the Trigon arc soon. Not yet, but soon. Since I want to try getting the bonding here between Isamu and Raven to be developed well.

Anyways, will Isamu be successful in doing this or will it end badly? Will the rest of the Titans figure out about the Hollows? Will they accept Isamu despite him lying to them? And will Raven come in to help him out?

Well, check out the next chapter to find out the answers to the other questions. Please leave some reviews and let me know what you all thought of the chapter. Nothing negative please. If you didn't like this chapter then don't leave a review.

That's it everyone. I'll see you all next time and take care.