Things Aren't Always What They Seem

New Pain

Wallys pov
I stand on the sidewalk infront of my town home. A short concrete path with grass on either side leads to the porch. Taking a deep breath, I walk into the house, setting my backpack by the front door and taking off my shoes. I see no sign of my step father and let out a sigh. Turning right into the kitchen, I grab a glass and fill it from the fridge by the entrance.
"What are you doing???" A voice asks
I drop the glass in my jump of fright, it shatters at my feet, right in front of my exit. Tristan stands in front of the other entrance across the small cooking area. I start to step back, and step on the sharp glass. I let out a small gasp before looking back at Tristan. His lip is pulled up in disgust,
"You clumsy Idiot! You really can't do anything right!" He yells.
"I'm sorry" I say on instinct.
He growls and before I can react his fist flies into my cheekbone. I fall straight to the glass covered ground, pieces finding their way into my flesh through my shirt.
"Get out of my sight. I want dinner by 6." He growls
He exits the same way he came. I'm able to stand using the doorway, avoiding getting glass in my hands, Every move is painful, glass pushing further in.
I barley slip on my shoes before I'm out the door, glass digging into my feet as I go. I make it to the nearest Zeta Beam, not caring that I hadn't been there in weeks.
Im thankful the find the area vacant as I limp my way to the showers. I lock the door Behind me as I Throw off my clothes sending glass with it. I look in the mirror to check the damage done, my back got the most. My legs have a few scratches and my feet are a bloody mess. I get to work removing what I can before I take a shower.
Each member has their own bathroom cuby for extra clothes, which I'm thankful for. When I find myself in front of the mirror again I find the purple bruise on my cheek. I let out a sigh as I lean on the counter, my head down. 'Its starting over.... what am I gonna do when Tristan sees my bruises healing fast? Am I going to have to starve myself to save my identity???'

Robins pov
I sigh as I enter the cave, the air conditioning refreshing from the air out side. Now that the team knows my identity, the only time I wear sunglasses or my mask is with random drop bys. I start to head towards the training room when I pass by the showers. I hear noises and find the door to be locked. Since I'm me, my curiosity kicks in and I pick the lock easily. As I open the slowly I'm shocked to catch a glimpse of a electricity. Speedster electricity to be specific. I open the door all the way as he stops, he leans on the counter breathing heavily. The floors look like they'd been scrubbed, and the trash had been sent out to the dumpster. I take a step in and he turns around in a hurry, his face flashing with fear before it relaxes Into its usual smile,
"Hey Rob... whats up?" He asks casually.
"I could ask you the same. What happened to your face?" I ask
"You'd never guess the day I've had." He says
"Well I'd love to hear it." I say
"Well... so I was walking home right?? And this dude comes out of no where and punches me! He tried to find my wallet but I side sweeped him and he hit his head and knocked himself out. I came here instead of home because my mom would freak... anyway I'm gonna train for a bit!" He talks quickly, and I barely catch it all.
Hes about to speed off when I speak,
"I was gonna train myself want to spare? Besides mr. Ditch you have a lot to catch up on." I say
"Uh... yeah sounds great. Just for a bit Though." He agrees.
I grin as I put on my sun glasses and head out. 'Something is up. I hate how he keeps hiding things! I'll have to talk to Roy.'
I watch Wally closely, he limps slightly and his back is stiff, Even so, he smiles and gets into position. Before either of us can make a move, Red tornadoes voice echoes around the cave,
"Team we have a meeting in the conference room." He states.
I let out an exasperated sigh,
"so not whelmed."
I look at wally as he checks his watch,
"Have somewhere to be?" I ask
He looks up,
"Uh... yeah.. helping my mom with dinner... but I guess I could check this out." He says
I nod slightly before we jead out.
....
3rd person

Aqualad, Artemis, M'gann, Conner, Robin, Wally, Seth and Sam all stand outside the conference room. The door was locked when they arrived, and were put in wait mode. The team had been surprised to see Wally, and had a quick reunion. Wally still seemed distant and distracted.
After Seth and Sam had gone through some training they had joined the team. Said team still can't go on missions, and Seth and Sam will stay at the cave for the most part. The friends were still recooperating from prior events, therapy was put on hold because no one seemed to want to talk. Their normal routine seemed to be a distant memory.
The door soon opens, Batman standing inside,
"Come in." He says simply.
He glances at Wally briefly before going to his spot at the head of the table.
Two other people are in the room, John Stewart- one of the green lanterns- as well as a girl that sits next to him. Her long blonde hair lays nicely down her back. She wears a full body suit thats blue-grey with a black domino mask, to finish it off she has an emblem on her chest that resembles a light explosion.
"Team this is Dawn Riser, Green Lanterns new protégé." Batman informs.
"Sup..." she says simply.
"Is she joining the team?" Robin asks
"Not yet. She's still getting used to the city. For now I want you all to show her around and introduce yourselves." John replies.
The team nods before the two adults leave.
"Greetings, it is nice to meet you Dawn Riser. I am Aqualad- or Kaldur. These are my team mates: Robin, Connor, M'gann, Wally, Seth, Sam, Artemis, and Roy." Kaldur introduces.
"Nice to meet you." She replies.
....

The whole team escorted her around the cave. When it was over, Robin and Artemis were surprised Wally had stuck around so long. That is until he looked at his watch.

"Oh man... sorry guys I gotta go, I'm late for dinner..." he says.
The others can hear a twinge if fear in his voice. They try to dismiss it but can see through his act. 'What was happening in their friends life???'

A/N
Geez louize. That took forever! Whos the new girl??When will the team find out about Wally?? Whos returning in the next chapter? Dun dun duunnn!
Thanks for reading! Byyyyeeee
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