Chapter 6 - A Lead
The morning sun struck Sam yet again. Fun Fact: He's not a morning person, obviously.
Sam: Cracks back Why... can't I sleep in... for once...
He heard a knock on his door.
Sam: Uh, who is it?
Dick: It's Dick. I need to talk to you about something.
Sam: Yeah, sure, come in... Cracks neck
Dick walks in to see Sam in bed.
Dick: Long night, huh.
Sam: I wouldn't say that, but... yeah, pretty much.
Dick: Damien told me about Garfield yesterday. Is he giving you a hard time?
Sam: Nah... it's nothing personal.
Dick: Are you sure? If he's acting harshly toward you, I can--
Sam: I don't mind, honestly. I'm used to people pushing me around.
Dick: Ok then. Anyway, so Kori and I are thinking of throwing a movie night on the roof tonight. Since you're new here, I was wondering what kind of movies you like so we can start with that.
Sam: Well, uh... Please tell me you have Peacock.
Dick: Of course, we do.
Sam: Can we watch How to Train Your Dragon, then?
Dick: Good choice, kid.
Sam: Thank you. Oh, uh... did the police get back to you on those thugs?
Dick: No, they're being rather... distant than usual. It's weird. But hopefully they'll get to me soon. I'll see you at breakfast.
Dick then walks out of the room. Sam then quickly got up to get ready for the day.
After breakfast, Dick informed everyone that they would be out on patrol again due to the weapon incident. (You better have read the last chapter). He asked them to be downstairs ASAP. The plan was to be split up, cover more ground that way, so each Titan went their own way for the day. Demi was chilling on a rooftop, eating a slice of pizza while keeping a lookout.
Demi: Takes bite Mhm... Yummy...
???: That looks good. Where'd you get it?
Demi looks behind him to see a man in the shadows standing there watching him.
Demi: Uh... Luigi's? Wait, are you one of those mystery villains?
???: You must be new to the Titans... shame. A child with your abilities would've been perfect for Brother Blood...
Demi: You are! Though the whole dark ambient look is throwing me of right now. You mind at least stepping out into the light?
The figure stepped out, revealed to be... (drumroll) Deathstroke.
Demi: gasps You're that one guy! Everyone says you died, though.
Deathstroke: Not even close.
Demi: Oh boy... let me guess... those thugs yesterday... they work for you... And you hired them for some gig?
Deathstroke: How could you---
Demi: Classic villain arc! But you're not the hard one. You don't make tech. So, I'll give you a chance. Who sold you those weapons?
Deathstroke: You think I'll let you ruin my plan? Leave money on the table? I'll have my revenge. And it starts with you, kid!
Ninjas started rolling in, circling Demi. Their swords seemed enhanced with some blue fire, looking more intimidating.
Demi: You know... I was hoping you'd say---
A rocket gets launched at him, sending him flying off the roof and slamming into a building.
Demi: Ok... maybe not that... ow...
He falls to the street, the ninjas joining him down there. He quickly activates his communicator, pulls out his sword, and takes on the fight.
The ninjas were swift for Demi to attack, and their weapons weren't making things any better, but Demi knew he had to think of a more innovative way.
Demi: Wait! I've got an idea...
Right before a ninja slashed their sword at him, Demi managed to parry it and stun the ninja, giving him an opening to strike.
Demi: Yeah! I can parry! Thank you, Jin Sakai!
He was able to take out more of the ninjas.
Demi: After the fight Well... can't get worse than that... right?
Before he could catch his breath, a tank pulled up right behind him, with more ninjas charging at him.
Demi: WHY?! Ducks behind a car
One ninja crept up behind him and was about to stab him before he was forced down by Ravne, who just flew in. She looked down at Demi.
Demi: Oh... thank you...
The other Titans rolled up and started taking on the ninjas, with Demi not taking long to join back in. Before it was all over, they still had to worry about the tank.
Nightwing: Kid Flash, get its attention! Demi, use your sword to jam the cannon! Everyone else, get civilians clear!
Demi: You got it!
Kid Flash quickly ran with his incredible speed to draw the tank's attention while Demi got on top of it. He jumped up high and slashed downward to cut off the barrel. Superboy then charged into the tank, causing a small explosion through the hull. There was no one inside.
Nightwing: Auto pilot? Demi, what---
A ticking noise can be heard from the tank.
Beetle: It's a bomb! We gotta move!
There was no time, as the tank exploded in under 3 seconds. It knocked everyone back, causing some buildings to collapse. When Demi regained his vision, he saw that Raven was knocked out and about to be crushed by the falling building. He quickly got up and covered her with his body before the building collapsed on them.
Starfire: No!
Nightwing: Fire Department's on their way. Demi! Raven! Can you hear me?
The building started moving up.
Starfire: Superboy! What are you---
Superboy: That isn't me!
It was being lifted from underneath. Demi was using his hands to hold the building up.
Demi: God!... This is... really heavy! Little help?!
Superboy swooped under to help him. Together, they managed to get Raven and themselves out before the building collapsed again. Demi was out of breath.
Nightwing: Are you okay?
Demi: Raven... is she---
Starfire: She's alright.
Demi nodded. He looked up to see Deathstroke watching them from a rooftop. He started running.
Demi: He's... stands up He's getting away!
Nightwing: Wait! Demi!
Demi didn't listen. He used his grapple to get up to the rooftops, chasing Deathstroke. But he was out of breath, and he could feel himself losing consciousness as the assassin gained more and more distance. Before he knew it, he passed out.
Sam: Gasps Whoa!
He bolted up. He saw he was back in his bed in the Tower.
Sam: What happened?
The door opened as Dick and Kori walked through to see Sam awake.
Kori: Oh my--- You're awake, Sam.
They rushed to his bedside.
Dick: Are you good? Do you remember what happened?
Sam: Um... I was chasing... the guy?
Dick: Okay, good. You passed out while you were chasing Deathstroke. He got away, but I wouldn't worry about him right now.
Kori: You did a lot today, Sam, and we're happy you did your best.
Sam: Thanks... rubs his head So, someone hired that guy to take us out, clearly... he has some heavy artillery too.
Dick: Yes, we knew that already. As we discussed with everyone else, we recovered one of the ninja's weapons for analysis. I called Cyborg since he can analyze this stuff faster. He'll be here tomorrow once his business with the Justice League is finished.
Sam: That's good...
Kori: Well, you should get some rest now, Sam.
Sam: I'll try... Oh, um... is movie night still on?
Dick: If... you're interested.
Sam: I am.
Dick: Alright. 8 pm on the roof, can't miss it
Sam: I'll be there...
Dick and Kori walked out to give him space. Besides, they had to talk. Sam layed back and looked out the window.
Sam: I saved the girl... Awesomeness...
----- Chapter 6 done and done. Question: How are you liking the story so far? I'm open to any suggestion you have as to how I can improve my writing.