Teen Titans © DC Comics

35. Forgotten

She was a Titan, but she was hardly ever around. The proud Amazon was invited to battle the Brotherhood of Evil. Heck, she was even targeted by them first! Yet, even though she was never attacked openly by any of the four core members of the villainous group, Wonder Girl still fought with the Teen Titans behind the scenes. She was never out in the open to be scrutinized by the harsh man's world. Wonder Girl would fly over, survey the land, and report in just to inform Robin of any Brotherhood activities.

However, after a few routine check-ups of Jump City and some attacks by lackeys of General Immortus, Wonder Woman refused to let her leave Paradise Island, home to the Amazons. Since the Titans were recruiting other teenaged heroes, and the fact that Robin knew Wonder Girl personally, she was asked to step in and defend Jump City when Titans Easy returned home. However, when she was about to go off early in the morning to start her new mission, Wonder Woman halted her.

"You're not going," Wonder Woman adamantly stated, much to the girl's shock.

"But-but Diana!" Wonder Girl cried. "Robin asked me for help. As defenders of peace, am I not supposed to come to peoples' aids? Especially my when it is friends who ask?"

Wonder Woman sighed. "Look, Donna, you're needed here. I'm part of the Justice League, so I'll take care of it."

"Why are you trying to keep me isolated here?" she shrieked.

"I'm not. It's for your protection."

Wonder Girl crossed her arms, mouth becoming a deep, scowling frown. "You think this is protection? By keeping me stranded here? I'm capable of handling myself, sister."

"Donna, you're not ready!"

"Not ready! I'm just as good a fighter as you!"

Wonder Woman was at her limit, a breaking point ready to be snatched and broken. Aggravation bubbled like a fiery volcano prepared to spew molten lava. The Amazon princess pinched her brow as Wonder Girl defiantly glared at her. She could understand her younger sister's sentiment, and how she desired to fight. It was their way of battling for justice, but to also remain peaceful. Amazons lived for centuries on their island without the interference of male cruelty. For Wonder Girl, to be flitting around with these young, male adolescents, it could warp her mind.

"When you're older and understand the world more, you can go, but you're too young," Wonder Woman stated.

"Too young? Too young! You were my age when you started being Wonder Girl under the queen! Just a few years later after that, you were Wonder Woman! Don't tell me I'm too young when you started out just the same," Wonder Girl shouted, jabbing her finger at her older sister's nose.

Wonder Woman surveyed their surroundings nervously as if someone would strike during their heated argument. They were atop a grassy hill, curved like an impending wave. The sea and sky entwined far in the distance, both crystal blues in color. Wonder Girl was about to fly off to find Robin for some reason, maybe to consummate a relationship. She shuddered at the thought, crossing her arms and noticed a few fellow Amazons spying curiously through a thick patch of trees.

"Donna, you are going to listen to me. I've seen things, and I've done things that I regret. You're not ready for a man's world," Wonder Woman seethed.

"Why are you so afraid? Why won't you let me go? Why can't you let me make my own decisions? I've learned from your mistakes. The other Honorary Titans like Red Star, Killowat, and Kid Flash, who is my very good friend, can do whatever they can to protect something, but you won't let me. There are some good guys out there. Stop treating me like a child, Diana. I can't live in fear forever," the female powerhouse snarled.

"You're being selfish."

"I'm the selfish one? Selfish! You've got to be kidding me!"

"This is only for self-gratification, so you can seem like the heroine. It's only to prove to me that you're a capable warrior, which I know you are. I've trained you along with everyone on this island. Do you want to destroy our efforts by running off and getting yourself captured or worse by this Brotherhood of Evil?"

"I wouldn't…" Wonder Girl tensed, hugging herself and feebly turned away. "I wouldn't get caught. I'm too strong for that."

Wonder Woman gently sighed like a mother after harshly scolding her child, placing her hand on Wonder Girl's shoulder. "I know you're strong, but this Brotherhood business should be left to the actual Titans."

"But I'm a Titan. Honorary, East, or the original five, it doesn't matter. They'll come here for me." Wonder Girl pulled away, facing the water and gripped her golden lasso attached to her hip. "I have to go, Diana. They need me. The world needs me to stop the Brotherhood of Evil."

The older Amazon gazed at the confidence shinning on her fair face, watching her boldness bloom like a fresh flower. When did this bravery come over her little Wonder Girl? When did she start growing up? Even though she oversaw her little sister's growth for years, she never noticed her mentally growing stronger. Wonder Woman also saw her as the chipper, youthful, sisterly sidekick that remained loyal to her side for years. The change in Wonder Girl startled her into silence. Quietly, she gestured out to the world.

"Diana, you…?"

"But you're not staying for too long. Just defeat them, and come straight back. I don't want you getting involved with Green Arrow's ex-sidekick, Speedy," she stated, waving her finger warningly.

"Oh, thank you, sis!" Wonder Girl cheered, embracing her.

Her communicator suddenly rang, singing a familiar tune, and she answered in blithe like a cheerleader. Robin's terse face gazed stonily back at her, raising a quirky eyebrow at her vibrancy. When Robin did not reply at first, she asked in imminent concern on what was wrong.

"Hey, Wonder Girl," Robin greeted in blunt annoyance. "Where were you? We just beat the Brotherhood. Why didn't you-?"

Wonder Girl snapped the communicator shut, glaring over at the older sister. If possible, flames would have spewed from her dark blue eyes. Wonder Woman chuckled nervously as Wonder Girl fumed. Patting her shoulder, she urged her not to worry when Wonder Girl slugged her in the face.

"Thanks a lot, princess," she snorted, flying off. "Now, I need to go and apologize for doing nothing!"

Wonder Woman held her bruised lip, sighing as she sat up. Being an older sister really sucked at times…

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Just my interpretation on why Wonder Girl wasn't featured in the Brotherhood of Evil fight. Wonder Woman wouldn't let her go. XD