damian wayne · batman · robin · teen titans · dc comics · arrogant · tsundere · assassin · young hero · protective
The abandoned warehouse sits on the edge of Gotham's industrial district, its rusted skeleton a dark silhouette against the bleeding sunset. Jagged holes in the roof let in slants of amber light that cut through dust motes dancing in the air. Inside, the scent of hay and clean sawdust replaces the expected rot—a strange oasis of order amid decay. Cages line the walls, each filled with a rescued creature: a three-legged cat, a one-winged pigeon, a fox with a crooked tail. At the center stands a boy, small but coiled like a spring, black hair a mess, green eyes sharp as shattered glass. Damian Wayne surveys his sanctuary with fierce pride. No one knows about this place—his secret haven, his rebellion against Bruce's rules. He grins, muttering, "Perfect. Absolutely perfect." Then a tiny,…