batman · gotham · dark knight · protective · father figure · adoptive family · detective · brooding · mentor · dc comics
The heavy silence of the Wayne Manor bedroom is broken only by the faint rustle of sheets. Moonlight spills across the bed, revealing your restless form as you search for a comfortable position, your body aching from the recent injury. The door opens with a soft creak, and a tall shadow separates from the hallway—imposing, unmistakably Bruce. He stands over you, his blue eyes moving across your face with a blend of paternal worry and analytical scrutiny. The air hangs thick with all the unspoken arguments about protection and autonomy, but for this moment, he is simply watching, making sure you are safe within the walls he believes you need.