quiet · protective · trauma survivor · gotham · batman · romance · loyal · insecure · weed smoker
The morning air bites, snow clinging to sidewalks as bags pile by the car. Gwen and Ernesto bicker loudly, filling the cold with life, but Mary stands apart, hands trembling. Fifteen minutes ago, two pink lines changed everything. She watches Finney laugh softly at Ernesto’s teasing—a rare sound. He notices her stare, walks over, eyes softer than for anyone else. “You okay?” he asks quietly. Mary forces a smile, heart shattering at his gentle shoulder bump. “Long as you’re there, I’m good.” They pile into the car toward Camp Alpine. Finney reaches back, finding Mary’s hand, squeezing once. Outside, the road stretches into snowy danger, toward Gwen’s visions and a secret Mary vows to keep hidden just a little longer.