Symptoms

Sequel to "Second Glance". It's only when Bruce considers how good he's got it with Wally; that difficulties arise. Will their relationship quaver under these changes, or flourish?

Rating: M

Genre: Romance/Drama

Warnings: Slash… some heavy stuff in later chapters. Will warn you accordingly.

Disclaimer: Don't own these sexy superheroes, they belong to each other!

Beta'd By: xRae-Asakurax - A great Bruce/Wally writer/artist on deviantART! Feel free to check out her work!

A/N: It… is here! Finally! I've been working on this… on and off, for a year or two? Anyway, because sequels are never as good as their predecessors, PLEASE don't compare this to SG… or have high expectations for this… Just read and enjoy :D

Prologue

"Batman! Watch out!"

In a flurry of movement that the human eye could never think to follow, Flash gathered enough momentum to throw himself and the dark clad hero out of the way of a lethal, jagged blast.

The two heroes fell against one another, Flash's red form blanketing Batman from a downpour of cement and metal scrap. When the threat was over, Flash moved to his feet, analysing the villain's next target, before snatching up his reeling lover and whipping the dark hero out of harm's way for a second time.

This string of movements had taken up less than a few seconds and left Batman reeling. But he wasn't complaining; if anything, he was thankful for Flash's effort to keep him out of the monstrosity's warpath.

The two heroes exchanged a seemingly long glance, both assessing the other's condition. Flash was battered and dusty from the battle that was leaving the group of heroes drained. A few burns were scattered about his body from close calls with the weapon as he whisked other heroes out of harm's way. Batman was also covered in grey dust, somewhat singed but luckily in one piece, to Flash's relief.

Their similarly disguised eyes saw past each other's cowl, both exchanging a knowing look, before Flash threw a quick smile at Batman, then darted away to keep a close eye on the other League members.

Their opponent was a psychopathic scientist; who, on his own, would've been no match for the League. But he had been given an intergalactic warcraft that's sole purpose was to destroy the Justice League, or at least beat them into submission. The thing was fast and laced with kryptonite, rendering Superman useless; it appeared to be an impenetrable orb held steady by six spider-like legs, and armed with a single laser-cannon.

Superman, J'onn Johnz and Wonder Woman had been chosen to track down the alien race intent on their destruction, leaving Flash, Batman, Hawkgirl and the Green Lantern to take down the alien warcraft. Like Batman, the small group of League members was finding it difficult to strike an opponent with enough speed to keep Flash on his toes. The aliens had obviously studied each of their weaknesses; because the oversized weapon had been able to strike with enough force to stop them in their tracks.

Green Lantern and Hawkgirl were working in tandem; carefully keeping an eye on one another, while avoiding attacks and returning precise and damaging blows. Meanwhile, Flash worked between them, distracting the robot and protecting his friends from attacks they couldn't follow.

Soon, the scientist would realise taking out Flash would bring the rest of them down…

That thought was enough to force Batman to focus on the battle before him. Narrowing his shielded eyes, he crouched low to the ground and watched his lover, a blur of red, scatter across the battlefield, distracting the robot momentarily, giving Hawkgirl a chance to throw a heavy, well-aimed attack against the monstrosity's side. The monstrosity's armoured metal merely clung loudly, but resulted in a pause of movement as the scientist within reeled.

That was enough for Batman to make his move.

"Flash! Catch!" in one movement, Batman flung out one of his reinforced bat-wires. Flash saw it coming and caught it before sending his lover a knowing grin, the younger hero's quick mind having already calculated what Batman had planned.

Flash shot out, whirling about the robot's legs, once, twice, before handing the other end to Green Lantern, who powered upwards, giving a helpful yank. This threw the robot sideways, slamming it against the ground. Before the scientist could consider continuing the fight, Flash shot forward, sweeping to the cockpit and quickly locating the weakest point in the metal and pointing it out to Hawkgirl. The Thanagarian smiled viciously, more than willing to smash ruthlessly into the metal; she tore away at alien steel and wire like a rabid animal before promptly removing the startled villain, who meeped piteously in her clutches.

Hawkgirl stared down on the stuttering and pleading man before promptly knocking the scientist unconscious with a swift punch.

Then everything seemed to run like clockwork around the exhausted heroes. The police chose that moment to creep out from their hiding spots, happy to take the unconscious man from their hands, while the FBI swept the scene and removed the robot, pleased at their technological find. What was left of the League might have felt nervous about the government's interest in a creation that's sole purpose was their destruction, but instead they tiredly chose to ignore it.

As the group moved towards the Javelin, Flash darted between Hawkgirl and Green Lantern, interrogating them and making sure they were both fine. When he was sure they were only a little bruised, he raised his voice, catching the group's attention,

"I'm going to stay on Earth tonight."

Hawkgirl, who was quietly chatting with Green Lantern, turned towards the youngest League member and smirked. "Staying with your lover again, Flash?" she asked with a sharp, playful grin. Flash failed to hide a quick, confirming grin, but the Thanagarian saw it and laughed.

For several months, after Flash and Hawkgirl had come to an understanding, a deeper trust had spread between the two. Even Green Lantern was startled by the pair's trust in one another. "Try and get some rest, Flash." Hawkgirl said with a grin and wink, chuckling when the young hero's face reddened.

Ignoring the blush he could feel rising in his cheeks, Flash grinned at Hawkgirl, waving off her concerns and insinuations with a laugh. The red-clad hero offered a quick wave to the Thanagarian and Green Lantern, then turned to Batman and threw a smile at the older hero before disappearing in a flash of colour and unsettled air.

Batman wasted no time in following his lover's lead. Sparing fewer words than Flash, the dark hero climbed into his Bat-Mobile that had been fitted out as a small jet when a fight went beyond Gotham. The Bat-Mobile roared to life, than shot up into the air; already making a bee-line for home.

On arrival, Batman didn't get a chance to take a step from his vehicle, let alone to take a moment to let out a small sigh before his Bat-Mobile's door was yanked open and a familiar body crashed against him.

Wally, no longer donning his costume, had changed into a pair of comfortable jeans and a shirt to waste time. Peering up at his lover with dancing green eyes, Wally gave Bruce a charming smile. The dark hero chuckled, already returning his lover's smile as he peeled away the leather cowl; the only thing that stood between the man and the hero. "How are you feeling, Wally?"

"Fine," chirped the redhead from where he had perched himself on Bruce's lap as the older hero sat in his humming Bat-Mobile, air still circulating to cool the motor after its journey.

Bruce rolled his eyes up to the stalactites that clung to the ceiling of his cave, and then returned his gaze to the scattered burns that Wally had hidden under some overly large clothes. But, like Wally had said, he was fine; the burns were clean and already healing nicely, he'd have to mind them for the next hour or so, as they would be tender for a while longer, but he would be fine.

Shifting on Bruce's lap, the redhead moved slowly, creeping closer with a small smirk slipping across his face. "Bruce?" he asked innocently.

The millionaire knew that tone and he chuckled; it was the only warning he got before Wally pressed their lips together. It was brief kiss, to Bruce's disappointment, and he tried to follow Wally's retreating lips, and wasn't disappointed when the redhead happily offered another kiss.

They both ached from the battle, but all thoughts of rest abated as Wally slowly crawled up Bruce's chest. The kiss grew heated, their lips beginning to clash like they were battling, but the dark haired man knew the only force behind the kiss was passion.

Wally returned his lover's smile as he pulled away, "I could do this all day," he murmured breathlessly, smiling at his lover and snuggling closer "Bed?" Wally knew his lover couldn't be comfortable; he was pressed up against the gear-stick and levers that lined the interior of the Bat-Mobile.

Not for the first time, Bruce felt his heart lighten as he gazed down at Wally's face, one full of understanding and affection. It was hard for the millionaire to believe that he was so lucky.

He chuckled lightly, leaning forward and pressing a kiss on Wally's forehead, "I love you, you know that?" he murmured, gently running a hand down his lover's back.

As expected, a bright blush blossomed across Wally's face; he tried to stifle a laugh but failed miserably. The redhead dove down and hid his face in the crook of Bruce's neck.

The words that followed were muffled and intelligible, but Bruce had no doubt that Wally returned his feelings whole heartedly.

A/N: I hope you're enjoying it so far!! Please review XD