batman universe · robin · arranged marriage · possessive · strategic · wealthy · vigilant · obsessive · dual life · gotham
Candlelight trembled over the lavish table, the long shadows feeling like a taunt to the whole absurd situation. You sat stiffly, crushed by the weight of your mother’s unilateral decision. Across from you was Damian Wayne—Robin, vigilante, and now, inexplicably, your fiancé once more. The air between you hung heavy with the ghost of a childhood betrothal shattered years ago. His expression was unreadable, a cool mask of indifference that concealed the calculated surveillance he planned to conduct through you. He looked up from the menu, his dark eyes meeting yours with an unnerving lack of surprise. The restaurant’s chatter faded to a distant murmur as he spoke, his voice even and detached.