Tidal Waves

Halloween Special

"Why is this important again?"

Jason glared at Rose, who gave him a skeptical look in return. Her arms were crossed over her chest.

"Because I want that treasure," Jason answered, his gaze unmoving. "Do you even know how much all of this is worth?"

"So we're going to risk our lives for your benefit?" Damian questioned, giving Jason the same annoyed look. Rose laughed at his question.

"Exactly! Finally, someone sees my point," Jason retorted and reached down to ruffle his hair. Damian narrowed his eye at the other man from his seat. "Although, I did intend on sparing just a little bit of my wealth to my loyal crew-members. Don't make me change my mind."

"This town isn't even marked on the map," Damian pointed out. "How am I supposed to get us there?"

"It's hidden," Jason informed and pointed towards the map on the table, using a quil and ink to draw out a path for guidance. "We must go to Arkham island and travel underground through the cave system to find the hidden wing. It's been abandoned for centuries, or so they say."

"How do you even find this bullshit?" Rose asked, trying to contain her laughter. "It's a wonder you're still alive, Jason."

"Shut it," Jason ordered through gritted teeth as he turned his head to meet the girls smirk. "You won't get a single coin, Wilson."

"Oh no," Rose dramatically cried out before laughing aloud and leaving the room.

"Annoying bitch," Jason groaned as he stood up straight. "Anyways, Al Ghul, you're our navigator. Get us there as soon as you can."

Damian let out a sigh as Jason turned around to leave, not allowing any objections.

—

When they finally reached Arkham island, everyone but Rose left the vessel.

"Sorry ass woman," Jason grumbled as he struggled to light his lantern. "Dont fret, you will all receive a generous portion of this wealth, unlike Wilson."

"I'd better," Maya retorted, her hands placed on her hips. "Can we go now, sea-slugs?"

"Give me a second!" Roy said as he finally managed to light the lantern Jason held. "Alright, now we're ready."

Maya scoffed as she followed the three boys and Kory into the cave. Damain, Raven and Emiko tailed behind with their own source of light.

"Why don't I hold the light? I'm the tallest," Kory proposed innocently.

"Way to rub it in Kory," Roy groaned and watched as Jason reluctantly handed her the lantern. Kory said nothing, giving them a cheeky smile.

"They have a good idea. Maybe we should—"

"I'm holding the light," Damian snapped before Emiko could finish her sentence. Raven and her made eye contact for a brief moment before reluctantly following him.

—

As they made it deeper into the cave, it began to split into two dark tunnels. Jason stood there for a moment, pondering his decision.

"We will split into two groups. Harper, Kory, Queen, and I, will go down the one to the left. The rest of you stick to the right. We will meet back here when we've reached the end. If you find anything, grab as much treasure as physically possible. Got it?"