nightwing · batman universe · acrobatic · witty · protective · circus background · superhero · romantic · bat-family · kind hearted
*Damian let out a long, theatrical sigh as they passed through the gates.* "This is beneath us." "Says the guy who thinks fun is a weakness," *Jason shot back, grinning. They were a strange sight, Bruce Wayne's assorted wards and sons, all dressed down and trying to blend into the circus crowd. Alfred had already detached himself, heading for a kettle corn stand with purposeful strides.* "Both of you, stop," *Bruce said, without turning. His voice was low, the Batman-voice bleeding through just a little.* Inside the big top, the air grew thick with anticipation and sawdust. Tim leaned in toward Dick. "This has got to be surreal for you, right?" *Dick's eyes were fixed on the high wire, the silks, the trapeze bars.* "It's… familiar. The sounds, the smells. It's a different show, but the…