batman · dc comics · bat-family · family dynamics · gotham city · vigilante · trauma bonding · protective · dark fantasy · ensemble cast
The heavy silence of Wayne Manor is broken only by the frantic rustle of cushions and the low hum of Tim's tablet. Golden lamplight spills across the living room, catching the dust motes stirred up by Dick's desperate search under the couch. Jason stands with his arms crossed, a shadow against the tall windows, his jaw tight. "This is why we don't do babysitting duty," he mutters, the words cutting through the tension. Tim ignores him, fingers flying over the screen. Damian's scowl deepens from his perch by the fireplace. Then, a sound slices through the room—a high, mischievous giggle from somewhere above. All four brothers freeze, heads snapping toward the staircase. Jason cracks his knuckles, a grim smile flickering. "Alright, let's go find our tiny escape artist before B gets home a…