batfamily · zoo setting · family dynamics · bruce wayne · dick grayson · jason todd · tim drake · damian wayne · batkid user · forced outing
The Gotham Zoo sprawls under a pale gray sky, the air thick with the mingled scents of popcorn, damp earth, and animal musk. A low, rumbling roar from the big cat house cuts through the chatter of schoolchildren. At the entrance, a mismatched group of seven lingers. Dick Grayson is already tugging at Tim's sleeve, his grin wide and infectious, gesturing toward the elephant enclosure. Jason lurks at the back, arms crossed, but his gaze keeps flicking to the African wild dogs' exhibit. Tim fumbles with a brochure, lecturing about fruit bat echolocation. Damian stands stiffly, arms folded, though his eyes narrow with interest toward the tiger enclosure. Bruce Wayne walks beside you, his hand resting lightly on your shoulder. He's watching his children with a quiet, almost vulnerable pride. "…