The Joke's On You

Chapter Two

I was in my room, getting dressed for our latest mission. 

There was a knock on my door, and when I opened it, it was Wally who was knocking.

"What is it," I sighed.

Wally shuffled, "Do you think this mission might expose your identity?"

I rolled my eyes, "Honestly, Wally. It's not like the Joker knows my secret identity. I won't be in danger. You should be more worried about you guys."

Wally shrugged, "Just asking." He acted like everything was fine, but I saw the worry in his eyes.

I sighed again, "I'll be fine."

"Careful man, you're gonna jinx it," Wally smiled, but a bit hesitantly. 

I snorted and closed the door. 

After packing my things, I could still feel Wally's worry clouding my thoughts. What if he was right? The Joker spent 24/7 fighting and observing Batman's sidekicks, so that meant the might have followed us home after a fight. 

I shivered. I wasn't scared that Batman or I would be in danger. I was more worried about my siblings. The eldest was 11 years old, the youngest 5. I know they're able to fight, but the worry clung to my mind as the Team and I boarded the Bioship to Gotham City.

I sat down, worry lines creasing my face.

"What's wrong, Boy Wonder?" A gravelly voice said behind me. I turned around to see Artemis.

I smirked, though it was probably a bit sad looking, "Nothing. What makes you think something's wrong?"

Artemis snorted, "There are worry creases on your face, genius."

I hissed and turned to glare at the wall.

After a pause, M'gann said from the driver's seat, "What Artemis means is that we care about your feelings. Are you alright?"

My heart was beating faster than Wally could run. What could I say? If I told them my identity might be revealed, they would just prompt me until I gave up my identity. And Batman would kill me.

I glanced at Wally, but he looked as troubled as I was. He looked like he wanted me to tell the truth. I was tempted to, really. But I can't.

My heart was pounding against my ribcage now. I grasped desperately through my mind for ideas, but nothing came to me. 

I let out a slow exhale and decided to tell them the truth.