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[David Lance POV]
After our drink, Lucifer opened the portal to our universe. And with Raven and Dex by my side, I stepped through the threshold into my universe.
The portal connected to a park, inside Gotham City. I knew it, I had come with Robin here before.
I sighed, closing my eyes tightly. Finally, after so much, after so much pain, I was back.
"Do you want to take some time?" Raven asked, putting a hand on my shoulder.
~Not really,~ I replied. ~I don't even know how long it's been since I left.
Lucifer had told me that time doesn't stay the same between universes, that sometimes a week can be a year or an hour, and that everything changes daily.
Raven sighed. "When we met again you were already gone for over a year."
~Use your magic to summon a newspaper,~ I suggested.
Raven nodded, summoning a newspaper. And as she read it, I noticed her face go into shock.
~How bad is it? I asked.
"It's been almost three years since you left," Raven replied.
Three years. I can deal with that. Now to deal with the one watching me from the shadows.
~Batman, aren't you going to say hello? It's quite rude to gossip, and rather unbecoming of you,~ I smiled, sensing the Dark Knight's presence within the darkness of the forest.
"Bolt, I.. never lost hope you would come back," Batman said, emerging from the shadows.
~Glad to know you missed me,~ I smiled.
He nodded his head in acknowledgment. "I did, we all did. Are you okay?"
I looked at him and smiled. ~I've been better.~
Batman showing concern, this really is a different universe.
Batman remained silent, and I could tell he was fighting against his primal need of interrogating me about where I had been, and what I had seen.
It was in Batman's nature the need to know everything, unfortunately for him, this adventure of mine would be something I would keep shut.
~So, who's your partner?~ I asked, letting Batman know I knew he hadn't come alone.
"It's me," A voice replied as a man stepped out of the shadows. Nightwing.
~Oh, new suit. Definitely an improvement,~ I smiled, and it was the truth. Anything was better than the Robin outfit.
"Thanks. Talking about outfits, what happened to yours, it's... in a terrible state," Nightwing asked, his tone of worry evident in his voice.
~It's a long story,~ I replied with a shrug. ~One I rather not tell.~
Nightwing nodded, before taking a step forward. "I know this might not be the best time, but seeing what happened last time, is now or never."
~Don't, I know you feel bad for the Joker thing, apology accepted, water under the bridge,~ I said, knowing where he was going. Honestly, after my time in that accursed universe, the Joker incident was something I could even learn to remember fondly.
"Still, I would like to apologize," Nightwing sighed. "I'm sorry, for everything."
~I already forgave you. Though if you still want to do something for me, how about you pay for my dinner tonight? I haven't eaten anything good in a while,~ I replied with a smile.
Nightwing chuckled. "Sure, hotdogs sound good?"
I nodded, which made Raven shake her head with a smile.
"Bolt, I would like to speak with you alone," Batman interjected.
I suppose he resisted his urge to butt in as long as he could, credit where it's due. ~Sure.~
At this, Dex began to yowl at Batman, keeping his rings hidden, but threatening to use them if needed.
But before he could jump and tear the poor Dark Knight apart, I reached down and petted my furry companion, letting him know everything would be okay.
Once Dex calmed down and Raven took him off my arms. I walked with Batman to a secluded spot.
~I'll save you some time, I don't want to talk about my time out of here, now or ever,~ I signed, giving Batman a look that said I won't budge.
"If you don't want to talk it out with me, it's fine. But you need to open up to someone," Batman replied, and to his credit, he actually sounded concerned.
~I will if I ever feel like it. Was that all?~ I replied, tilting my head to the side.
Batman sighed after a few moments. "For the time being, and until proven you are in the right space of mind, you are suspended from any missions."
~Oh, about that. I quit,~ I replied with a smile. It was almost adorable he thought I wanted to take on missions, if anything my body language should've told him otherwise.
Batman paused, his eyes and body language showing a vast array of emotions, with the most predominant one being his shock. "You quit?"
I nodded, keeping my smile in place. ~I had a lot of time to think about this, about what I wanted to do. And, well, I came to the realization I'm done with this life. You once told me this life was one of suffering, and you were right. The point is, I'm done.~
Batman paused once again. "If that's what you want, I will respect your choice. I can't say I understand why you came to this decision, but I can see whatever you lived through was enough to push you into this corner."
I was done playing the role of a hero.
Heroes, villains. I was done playing that game, that never-ending war of stupidity. I was tired. I had my fill in the Injustice Universe.
The reality of everything was that nothing ever goes as planned.
Wherever there was light, there would always be shadows to be found as well. A simple concept, a simple thing that stated that long as this broken system remained, nothing would change.
My time in that accursed world had shown me that if I kept playing this game by the rules given to me, all would remain in the same state it was.
Change was needed if I was to sever this idiotic cycle.
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[David Lance POV]
My reunion with Dinah was as emotional as anyone would've thought it would be. For the first time, in so long, I cried silently to the point I could not breathe or even think coherently.
All the feelings I had been bottling up, just came out, flooding me without restraint.
I was finally back home.
After what felt like hours of crying in silence, and they might have just been, I shared with Dinah my decision.
Oliver questioned if that was what I really wanted, not really pushing the subject but wanting to make sure I was certain, I reassured him, and my sister that was the case.
I was tired, so very tired of the game.
It was here when they asked me what I wanted to do then.
For a few moments I didn't answer, eventually however I answered that I wanted to study, to become a better version of myself, that I wanted to fulfill my potential.
A lie, partly at least.
It was true that I wanted to study, but beneath it all, I had other plans, other projects I wanted no one to know about.
Not even Raven.
I wasn't certain my goals wouldn't drag me deeper into an abyss I wasn't ready to face. And I loved Raven, and my family too much to drag them into this.
When things started to fall down, I wanted to be the sole focus of everyone's attention.
But that was for another time.
Not yet.
I still had time to enjoy before starting to plan, before needing to act.
"Hiding something again?" Raven asked calmly, floating into my room before settling in the bed.
I nodded. ~I am indeed. Curious? I might tell you if you ask.~
Raven smiled. "Everyone is entitled to their secrets. Besides, a bit of mystery makes you more attractive."
If she had asked, I don't think I would held it together.
I blinked, slowly turning to face her as I pushed my thoughts aside. ~Are you flirting with me?~
"I am," Raven admitted.
Would you look at that, it seems I'm a sucker for that kind of flirting.
~Consider me wooed then,~ I winked, wiggling my eyebrows.
Raven chuckled. "So, what now? If we are not heroes, what will we do?"
~I'm the one that's quitting Rae,~ I replied, a small frown on my face. ~Don't quit just because I am.~
"David, I…" Raven began but found herself without words.
~Rae Rae, I know we usually do everything together, but not everything has to be like that. If you're gonna quit doing it, do it because it's something you want, not because it's something I did,~ I smiled, patting her gently on the head. ~I will still be here. I'm just not gonna be Black Bolt anymore.~
Raven sighed, her eyes looking down. "I don't see the point of continuing without you."
~Do you still want to help others?~ I asked.
Raven paused for a moment, considering my words. I could understand why she was hesitating so much; it was hard to begin something you started with someone alone.
Eventually, however, she nodded her head. "Yes, I still want to help others. It's just the idea of being a hero without you, feels… strange. You've been with me all this journey, so…"
~I know, it's hard to start something or continue something without a part you always had,~ I smiled softly. ~But don't worry, you don't need me to be a hero. You can fly solo and still make a difference in people's lives.~
Raven smiled, her eyes twinkling with determination. She hugged me tightly and whispered, "Thank you for existing."
~You're welcome,~ I replied, a small smirk playing on my lips.
We stared at each other for a while, neither of us moving.
After a while, Raven broke the silence. "I want to kiss you. I don't know if I should be worried, or excited?"
I… what?
Before I could do anything or process what she had said, Raven pulled me down, her lips against mine.
My eyes widened in surprise, but the shock quickly melted into the kiss.
I was scared. Excited. It was weird.
We were in uncharted territory here. I didn't want to mess it up, and I wasn't sure what Raven was expecting from me in whatever was blossoming between us. I was slowly introducing myself to her physical side, but I was unsure how far I could go.
Biting her lip gently, Raven pulled away from me, watching me, sizing me up.
~I… didn't quite get that,~ I signed. ~Care to elaborate again?~
Raven smiled, leaning in and kissing me again. "Sounds good to me."
This was certainly something I never expected Raven to do, but I wasn't going to complain.
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[Lucifer Morningstar POV]
I suddenly feel… proud. Could it be… could it be that the girl followed my advice when I told her men like it when women take charge.
"Lucifer you're staring into a wall, are you coming or not?"
"Detective, don't be hasty. Good things make themselves wait," I replied, getting my head back where it needed to be, with Detective Decker.
This woman was a walking enigma, and I dare say I was enthralled by her. It was only a matter of time before she was with me.
Anywho. Time to investigate a murder! Like a normal guy, meaning without omnipotent powers! This is gonna be so fun!
"Lucifer… you're doing it again…" Detective Decker sighed, rolling her eyes.
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[David Lance POV]
Time went by quickly after my return, and a lot of things happened in a very short period of time. To name a few, the team came to visit me, making my identity known to them.
With my permission, of course.
The meeting was somewhat bittersweet. I was fond of each of them, especially Superboy, who asked me why I was quitting, and; by the tone he was using, I could tell he was somewhat sad about my decision.
My answer to that question was because I was, which he didn't seem to like.
In the end, after a short reunion where we talked, they all accepted my decision without saying much.
After that, I started studying.
And soon enough, I managed to enroll in an Ivy University, the most prestigious university when it came to science. I suppose it helped that Oliver gave a big donation to the university and that my GPA was perfect.
With my admission to the university, and eager to start. Oliver bought me a ten-million-dollar penthouse in Ivy Town where Ivy University was located, giving me alongside the apartment a credit card for any expenses.
Telling me to dedicate myself to studying without worrying about anything else.
I would start this new chapter of my life by earning a bachelor's degree in biology, and genetics. Specializing in metahuman studies.
With that, I would have the necessary skills to start a path to replicate the 5-U-93-R pill. I had brought several with me, all I needed was the skills to replicate them.
"Ivy Town, I read they have some of the best libraries in the world," Raven commented, snapping me out of my long reverie.
~If that's the case I see a lot of dates ahead of us in our quest for the perfect library,~ I replied with a beaming smile.
"You were right, the team accepted me back without much fuss," Raven sighed.
That had been a rough situation, one I had managed to control by talking to each member separately. It helped that they still held me in such high regard.
The only one still on the fence was Kid Flash, not out of something for me, but because of how Raven had left, regardless of that however, he agreed to let bygones be bygones.
~I told you they would,~ I replied with a nod.
"I know you had something to do about that, so thanks," Raven replied.
I feigned ignorance to that statement. ~I did not. But you're welcome.~
Raven chuckled, shaking her head. "Ready to see your new apartment. Oliver had it decorated apparently."
I frowned. That… sounded like something bad waiting to happen, I mean Oliver in his college years was a fuck boy, and I still haven't told him or my sister I am dating Raven.
I feel my apartment will be a vaginal enchantment trap for gold diggers.
"How much do you wanna bet your bed is heart-shaped?" Raven asked.
I frowned. ~Why would I bet on that? We both know it probably is.~
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