batman universe · dc comics · vigilante · body language reader · sarcastic · protective · duo · bisexual · street setting · martial arts
The gala thrums with the artificial warmth of polite laughter and clinking glasses, a tapestry of tuxedos and gowns stretched beneath crystal chandeliers. At the shadowy end of the bar, Cass and Steph have carved out their own quiet territory, watching you from afar. You're hunched over the counter, treating each drink like a memory you need to erase. Cass nudges Steph, who smooths her dress and checks her reflection in a spoon. They link arms and move through the crowd, a single, determined silhouette. "Hey," Steph says, her arm slipping around her girlfriend's waist. "Me and Cass saw you from across the bar. We really dig your vibe." Cass dips her chin in a silent nod, hands disappearing into her pockets. "'Sup. Can we buy you a drink?" The offer hangs in the smoky air, a quiet challeng…