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Lost & Found

Chapter 1: Shadows of the Past

Jason Todd x Oc

Word Count: 1.8k

A/N: This is my first time posting a fanfic I've written, and it hasn't been beta read, so it's probably not gonna be the greatest thing. I just wanted to post it and see what others think about it. Also, this is based on the live action Titans show just so y'all are aware.

Rayne pulled the hood of her cloak over her snowy white hair as she made her way out of the Taekwondo building. A grin covered her face as she started making her way to her apartment, she had completed her last class after being told there wasn't anything else they could teach her. She was excited to be able to make this much progress this fast. 

     “There's only a couple more martial arts clubs in the city before I start getting repeats.” She mumbled to herself as she adjusted her gym bag.

     With a yelp she was suddenly pulled into a dark alley, ‘This is a safer part of the city, who is this?’ She thought as she pulled from the person's grasp and sent a kick their way. This gave her a few seconds to throw her bag to the ground and get some room between them.

     Then a deep growl came from the shadows as golden amber eyes glared at her. “Who the hell are you?” She said getting into a fighting stance.

     A dark chuckle came from the man in front of her, “Aw c’mon sis, don't you remember me?” The man stepped out from the shadows with an almost sadistic grin on his face. His long black hair was pulled back in a loose ponytail, his wolf-like ears poking out from the top of his head.

     She stepped back with a gasp, “R-Remus..? W-What are you doing here?” Her ears laid back against the top of her head, knocking her hood off her head, as anxiety spiked through her.

     “Father sent me,” Remus took a step towards her and reached for her left arm. “I am to bring you back home, you've been away for far too long.” 

     Rayne growled as she stepped back towards the entrance of the alley, “I don't want to go back. All he ever did was neglect me and make you hurt me.”

     “It was for your own good. It unlocked your wolf form didn't it?” Remus said, his voice hardening into a biting tone.

     She scoffed at that, “No, all it did was hinder my transformations. I still have no control over when it happens or how long it lasts.”

     “Well that's no good, we can fix that. Just come home dear sister.” Remus growled lowly as he spoke, “Or I'll have to make you.”

     Rayne shook her head and stepped back onto the sidewalk, glancing to each side she saw the street was currently empty. “R-Remus please, I-I just want to live a nor-” 

     She had to duck and roll to the side to avoid his hand as he lunged forward trying to grab her. She quickly scrambled to her feet and kicked his stomach, this knocked the wind out of him and gave her a chance to turn and run. She weaved through the streets as fast as she could, grateful for the cover of night. She turned corners willy nilly then remembered he could just scent her out so she pulled a perfume out of her gym bag and sprayed the area around her with it.

     She then ran down an alley still spraying it letting the light breeze blow it around to confuse the scents. She quickly found a fire escape and climbed it to the roof of the building. 

     Breathing frantically as she fought the oncoming panic attack she pulled her phone out and dialed the first person she could think of.

     “Rayne? It's not really a good time, what's wrong?” A male voice asked the minute he answered.

     “I- I'm in trouble, someone's looking for me and i-if I go with them-” An anxious whine escaped her as she thought back to the torture of the lab.

     “Okay, okay calm down kid. It's going to be fine. I'll make sure of it.” There was the muffled sound of a girl's voice on his end before he muttered, “It’s an old friend, just give me a sec Rachel. “

     Rayne heard a low growl from the alley below her and she ducked in between an ac unit and the low wall of the roof, “Dick what do I do?” She asked frantically as she tried calming her breathing. 

     Dick cleared his throat as he turned his attention back to Rayne, “Right yes, lie low for a while, stay hidden. I'll call Alfred after we're done here and let him know. He'll be able to help. If you need to call again don't hesitate, if you don't hear back from me go to the manor.” 

     “O-Okay I-I will.” She said softly before hanging up, she closed her eyes and took deep breaths to try and calm herself. ‘If I don't get myself under control I'll switch before Dick can do anything to help.’ 

     She wasn't sure how long it was before the growling started moving away from her, letting a breath of relief out she relaxed slightly. Suddenly her phone buzzed in her hand making her jump slightly as a text came in. ‘Alfred says stay hidden for a bit longer, he's tracking your phone now. When you're safe you should head to the manor.’

     She gave a quick thumbs up emoji before doing some breathing exercises and calming down. Once she felt she was ready she stood up and made her way back down to the street, and started carefully making her way to Wayne Manor.

     With her pace it took her about an hour to reach the gates of the manor, she went to press the comm button but the gate opened before she could. A wave of relief washed over her as the gates shut behind her and she headed down the drive towards the large house.

     When she made it to the front door it opened to reveal a nicely dressed older man. “A-Alfred?” Rayne asked hesitantly, her ears pinned back against her head showing her anxiety that she'd been trying to hide.

     The man simply nodded and said, “Yes Miss Rayne, Master Grayson told me of your dilemma already. Do come in.” He stepped to the side giving her room to come into the manor, “I took the liberty of informing Master Bruce and he'd like to speak with you if you're up for it.”

     Rayne nodded and stepped inside and kicked her shoes off by the door. At the inquisitive look he gave her she muttered. “It's a habit, I grew up not allowed to wear shoes inside…” With a nod that he understood he started walking towards a door to another room. 

     “We figured you might be hungry so feel free to make something to eat, Master Bruce will be in the living room when you're ready.” With a bow he left her standing in the doorway of the massive kitchen. 

     She set her bag on the island before grabbing the ingredients for a ham and cheese sandwich, which she scarfed down quickly before heading into the doorway she'd seen Alfred gesture to.

     When she found the living room she saw another man sitting in one of the chairs, “U-Um excuse me… Are you Bruce?” She asked softly, still standing in the doorway.

     The man turned towards her and smiled a bit, “Yes I am, you must be Rayne. Come sit down. You had a rough night so far.” 

     She relaxed a bit as she sat on the surprisingly comfortable couch, “W-What uh… Did you wanna speak with me about?” 

     “Dick has told me a little bit about you, but always kept it very brief. I'd like to know a bit more about what happened to you before he found you the first time.” Bruce said, leaning back in his chair.

     Rayne hesitated a bit before saying, “T-The person who created me thought I was useless, basically used me for cannon fodder before I escaped. Was eventually found and adopted and ended up here in Gotham where I eventually met Dick.” 

     She paused to gauge his reaction before tacking on a quiet, “Basically…” 

     Bruce took in this information before asking, “And this person that attacked you, how does he relate to all this?”

     Rayne hesitated briefly before responding with, “He’s my brother… Like my twin. He showed his abilities before I did and when I didn’t show progress I was turned into a punching bag for him.” She felt her ears drop back against her head as the memories washed through her mind.

     “Well, based on what I’ve heard from Dick you’re far from useless.” Bruce says as he stands up, “I’ll show you to a room where you can stay till it’s safe for you to leave.” He gestures to the stairs behind the couch she was on. When he got to the top he added on, “Also my newest protege is somewhere around the manor, he’s a good kid just harsh around the edges.”

     “O-Oh okay, does he know I’m here?” She asked quietly as she followed behind the man.

     “I was going to inform him before you arrived but you got here quicker than I had anticipated. I will find him and let him know once you're comfortable.” He said with a smile as he turned a corner and stopped in front of a door. “This is your room, you are welcome to stay as long as you like.”

     She nods with a smile and reaches for the handle. She opens the door but before she enters she turns to Bruce and says, “Thanks so much for your hospitality, it’s very much appreciated.”

     “It’s no problem at all, Dick has become very fond of you. I trust his judgment and I would feel terrible knowing someone he cares for is in danger and I didn't help in any way I could.” Bruce said with a tight lipped smile. Rayne could tell he wasn’t telling her something but she decided to ignore it for now.

     “If I need anything I will let one of you know, also is there a home gym or something around here somewhere? I don’t wanna lose ground on my training or anything while I’m here.” Rayne said, putting her bag against the wall just inside the door.

     Bruce nodded slightly and said, “I will let Alfred know to show you around when you get settled. Just find him when you're ready.”

     Rayne’s tail wags excitedly behind her as she says, “Thank you again, I will.” Then she steps inside the room and closes the door. She looks around the room and notices its bare bones, just a queen size bed in between the two massive floor to ceiling windows with side tables on either side only holding lamps. There’s a large dresser on the left wall and a full wall of bookshelves across from it scattered with books but it’s mostly empty. Rayne grabs her bag and takes it over to the dresser and puts her stuff away, it isn’t much, she’ll have to see about going to grab some of her things and what’s gonna happen to her apartment now.

     “That can wait till later, I’m fuckin’ exhausted. I’ll take a nap before looking for Alfred.” She says, making her way to the large bed and flops down onto the large mattress. Crawling under the covers Rayne closed her eyes and fell asleep quickly. 

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