Under The Blue Hood (Discontinued)

Replacement

AN: Short chapter.

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"Nice work today Batgirl, and welcome to the Team." Aqualad gave her a warm smile, which the other Team members mirrored.

The girl blushed as the teens made their way back into the Mountain, and couldn't fight back a pleased grin. After months of training and only taking simple tasks on patrol, she had finally earned her title as a proud member of the Team. "Thank you so much for letting me join you guys. It means a lot to me."

Kid Flash grinned. "Dudes, did you see her do that twisty kick thing? That was the coolest thing ever! And she hacked into their systems like it was nothing! Even Rob couldn't-" his smile faltered. "Er... you did great."

Batgirl forced a smile and nodded, glancing in the direction of the Cove. She wanted to tell Robin about her success today, and so she would make sure to visit his projection. Then again, she also wished to speak to Dick again, so a trip to Wayne Manor's graveyard would be in order as well. Either way, it had been a while since she last spoke to her deceased friend. Of course Dick had no way of holding an actual conversation, but like most people, Barbara found comfort in visiting her friend's resting place.

The Team arrived inside the mission briefing room, where they were met with the sight of several awaiting Leaguers, as well as a small child. "Batgirl!" A colorful blur appeared in front of her, causing her to blink. A black haired boy skidded to a halt before he could crash into her, a brilliant grin resting on his face. "Look, Batman brought me to the Mountain! Isn't this so cool?!"

She blinked again. "Robin, what are you doing here? I thought you were grounded from your costume for at least another few days."

Jason beamed at her. "Batman saw how well I was doing in school and decided to unground me. He said he was coming here for hero business, and when I asked to come with he actually said yes!" He threw a fist in the air to show his excitement. "This place is so awesome! He showed me around, and I saw the common room, the training area, the living quarters..." his face grew somber, and he picked at the R symbol on his chest. "He even took me to the Memorial Cove, and he talked to Robin for a little bit... I wish I could have met him, you know? Just seeing him is inspiring enough. I couldn't imagine actually being able to talk to him."

Barbara's eyes softened, and she put a hand on his shoulder. She was aware of the hero idolization the kid had for the former Boy Wonder, but it was difficult for him to obtain any information about him since everyone thought the subject was taboo. "I think you would have liked him. He was always getting into trouble, just like another bird I know. You two would be an unstoppable pranking force."

In her mind's eye, she recalled the times Dick dragged her into mayhem, and they used to pull pranks, sneak into forbidden areas of the Manor, and tear apart the English language. One particular memory of painting the Batmobile pink came to mind, and it became impossible to hide a smirk. Oh, the things they were able to accomplish...

Robin grinned. "Really? That's so cool- that he was like me, I mean. Maybe we could have been friends or something." He prodded at his hologlove. "I heard he was one of the greatest hackers ever. Is that true, or was Batman exaggerating? He does that sometimes."

Gosh, Jason was so adorable sometimes. "That's right. There was almost no computer that could keep him out. He was a genius!"

"Wow. I hope I can be that good someday," he said quietly, shuffling his feet. "I mean, I'm still a beginner and all, but I don't think I'll ever be that good." Before Batgirl could argue, he caught sight of the other Team members. Instantly, his eyes grew wide and his mouth fell open. "I know you guys! Kid Flash, you were one of the first sidekicks ever! And Miss Martian, you're one of the greatest telepaths!"