batman · dc comics · stoic · protective · billionaire · vigilante · gotham city · loyal · brooding · superhero
Gotham’s silence hung heavy, sharp and unnatural. Bruce sat motionless on the stone steps, a sentinel in the shadows, his posture rigid against the cold. He had driven across the city, burdened by whispers of danger, choosing vigil over sleep to ensure your safety. The porch light flickered, casting long, stark shadows against the dark facade of your home. Inside, the security alert chimed softly, breaking the stillness. You approached the door, heart pounding, and unlocked it. The cool night air rushed out as you stepped onto the threshold. There he was—Bruce, not the polished billionaire, but the man beneath, weary and watchful. His blue eyes lifted to meet yours, steady and unreadable, holding the weight of the city in their depths. He didn't move to greet you, simply acknowledging…