Reader x Teen Titans Chapter 16

Reader x Teen Titans Chapter 16

Previously …

-“Hey guys,” they all turned to me, “there is one thing you should know. If I’m correct in saying that Insero already knew I was here, then I think we can reasonably assume that he has informed the other scientists of this information. This means, they may probably come here in search of me and cause Jump City even more trouble.”

Robin didn’t say anything. He first expressed a little shock but he is now in deep thought.

“Heheh, sorry…” It was all I could say, for now we have a few more causalities to look forward to. When they caught Insero, I already knew that it shouldn’t have been and wasn’t going to be that easy. –

No Ones P.O.V (Let’s say it’s about 6pm)

The leader of the infamous Teen Titans was currently walking down a cold, hard corridor. There were echoes of sorrowful moans and taunts from criminals, coming from either side of him throughout the extended and highly guarded hallway. Arms reached from rusting, metal bars however the hero just kept a poker face and trudged down the never-ending corridor, refusing to acknowledge anyone.

He was headed to one cell and one cell only. He wanted information and he wanted it now. If not for the City, than for his comrades, he thought it imperative to get the information and would stop at nothing to get what he wanted. As he reached his specific destination, a metal plate on the wall indicated ‘S-Cell 96’. With a nod of respect from the guard currently outside the door, said guard unlocked said door and walked in shortly after the Boy-Wonder.

This specific cell, S-96, is a cell that has been reinforced with extra security measures and defences. It is only a type of cell used for those capable of finding any means to escape. The S is more of a use of ranking, the least ranked being A, going through the alphabet until F, then skips to S.

The occupier of this cell hasn’t been there long and was only brought to the prison recently, his name was Insero. Robin had to find out the locations of the other scientists, it’s not enough to know the fact that the other scientists were aiming for them, if anything was to be done about it, the Titans would have to find out where they were.

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The team was acting completely normal, as if everything in this past week hadn’t happened at all. Beastboy and Cyborg were playing video games, Starfire was giving Silkie multiple makeovers and girly treatments and Raven was reading one of her dark magic books. _____ on the other hand had plans to go see Timmy, she had arranged to work as a security guard again since he was short on staff and knew she was best for the job.

Your P.O.V

I haven’t seen Timmy in a while, it should be nice to go and see him after everything that’s happened recently. I don’t really feel like talking about what’s happened, but seeing him should bring some ease to my mind.

Walking in the streets at this time in the evening was quite nice, because while the sky was still slightly lit with oranges and pinks, there weren’t as many people around as there were in the afternoon. Timmy wanted me there to begin work at 7, but I thought I’d turn up early for a catch up. I wonder how Tony was fairing in his travels?

It’s nice to watch the sky as you walk, it’s has quite the calming effect and allows for any stress built up to slip away. However, on my way to Arcadia, I had the weirdest feeling that I was being watched. Could it be another one of those bastard scientists?

I stopped in my tracks, concentrating on my surroundings to try and find any oddities. Someone was approaching me from behind, but they were only going at an average pace. Turning slowly, perhaps even dramatically, I came face to face with someone I wasn’t expecting. Although, one might say that I should have expected him considering he always seems to approach me when I’m on my own.

“What do you want this time Red?” I thought I may as well greet him because he’d only bother me if I didn’t.

“Oh, I didn’t know you had a nickname for me, __(n/n)__.” Instead of actually answering my question, he decided to call me a nickname as well. Great.

“Please don’t call me that, and I wasn’t calling you by a nickname, Red is your name but just shorter; which makes it easier to say.” I explained, but something made me think that he wasn’t going to let go of this ‘nickname’ thing any time soon.

“Aww, don’t be like that __(n/n)__, we haven’t seen each other in a while. I just wanted to ask if you’re all right,” he continued. To ask if I was all right? Did he know?

“What do you mean? I’m fine,” it wasn’t a complete lie. I’m fine now at least, but I don’t really want to talk about it, especially with someone who I should be apprehending since he breaks the law. I would do, however I feel an obligation to not arrest him, because I met him before I met the Teen Titans. Not to mention the fact that I myself completely disregard the law too, I just don’t go about it in a flashy fashion. I’m the definition of contradiction.

“You act as if I know nothing about you sweet cheeks, I have my sources. But, if you’re okay, then that’s fine too, I was just hoping I could console your heart.” There it was, another pick up line. Another moment where you could literally hear the smirk on his unknown face. He must think he’s smoother than silk.

“I’d rather you not stalk me thank you, besides, I’m busy at the moment. Can you choose another day to bother me?” I didn’t want to miss my time to catch up with Timmy, much less be late to my one-night job.

“You’re busy? Where are going?” The skull-faced thief asked me. It was strange; I think I actually heard some genuine curiosity in his voice.

“I thought you had your sources?” It was my turn to smirk this time. He then proceeded to raise both of his hands in front him in a defending gesture.

“Alright, alright, I guess I deserved that. However I’m still curious.” Was his reply. I got the feeling that he didn’t put much thought into that sentence at all.

“Tell me what the logic is in telling a stalker my plans and locations.” He looked slightly surprised when I said this, well, as surprised as one can look when clad in a suit and mask. I shrugged, and started to continue my journey again, walking to Arcadia.

While walking, his presence never left, which meant he was following me. Just what I wanted. I proceeded to sigh and decided to just ignore him. Hopefully he’d get bored eventually and leave me be. Nevertheless, I had this small inkling that he wouldn’t get bored and take thrill in the thought of annoying me.

Moving on. As I arrived at the club, Red X looked up at the sign and read it aloud. “Arcadia?” Still ignoring him, I went down the alley and made my way to the back entrance for staff and acts. I let myself in and of course, Red X followed. I found Timmy in the staff room upstairs, and when he turned to look at me and greet me, he looked a little shocked.

“Hey _____, who’s your friend?” Timmy inquired, referring to the, slightly bothersome, thief.

“He’s not my friend. Just pretend he’s not there. Sorry I’m a little late, I got side tracked.” I side-glanced to the said ‘friend’ with no emotion on my face and turned my attention back to my boss of the night.

“You’re so cold __(n/n)__, to think that I thought we were finally getting along.” I didn’t even react and just looked to Timmy expectantly.

“Any details you want to give me, or is it just the normal thing tonight?” I asked him, as to gain his attention back.

“Umm, yeah, normal thing. You may as well get out there now, people will start queuing up soon.” Timmy responded, allowing me to finally get started with tonight’s job.

Without another word, I went to the entrance to start working. I decided I’d talk with Timmy after we finished, that way Red X may have actually left by then.

“Are you working here?” The thief asked, effectively making me sigh for probably the 10th time tonight.

“Yes, I’m helping out a friend of mine by working the security tonight. How long are you going to hang around?” I asked, not wanting him to irritate me and my personal space anymore.

“Who knows..”….

I inwardly face-palmed. This was going to be a long night.

No Ones P.O.V

The night went smoothly without any major casualties or problems. Red X had left after a couple of hours, stating that he had ‘somewhere to be’. _____ was able to have her catch up with Timmy and found out that Tony was doing well and would be coming back in a couple of weeks. Upon leaving the club quite late in the morning, _____’s communicator started to buzz.

Picking it up, she found that it was Robin calling her. They talked while she walked home and it was said that Insero wasn’t giving up any more information than what they already had. Robin also explained how it seemed as though Insero didn’t actually know as much as they thought. It became apparent that the five scientists kept themselves and their schemes to themselves.

Getting home with some extra pocket money allowed _____ to sleep easy, the only problem being the niggling thought of more of those bastards coming along to ruin her future days. However, she put those thoughts aside, deciding to deal with them when the time comes.