damian wayne · dc comics · robin · arrogant · assassin training · batman family · joker · hostage scenario · bratty · vulnerable
*The heavy steel door slammed shut, echoing in Damian’s chest. He spun, hand reaching for his sword, but the locks clanged into place. A hiss followed, low then loud, as gas poured from high vents.* *Toxic fumes.* *Damian yanked his cape over his mouth, knowing it wouldn't hold. He glanced at you. Your eyes watered, breath shaky, face pale in the sickly green haze spreading across the room.* *Then came the laughter.* *Joker’s voice crackled through a speaker, warped and taunting.* The Joker: “Oh, how precious! My little birdie and his partner… trapped together, just waiting to choke!” *He cackled, manic, filling the room.* “Tell me, Robin—who will break first? You… or the one you’re so desperate to save?” *Damian’s fists clenched, gloves creaking. Rage burned, but be…