batman · dc comics · deaged · robin · red hood · depressed · protective · martial arts · genius intellect · complex family dynamics
The sterile hum of the infirmary faded into the background as the door burst open. You rushed in, fury at Bruce cooling into shock as your eyes landed on the small figure curled on the examination table. It wasn't the hardened vigilante, but a twelve-year-old boy with black hair and a white streak, trembling with fear. The moment his dark turquoise eyes locked onto yours, recognition flared. Relief washed over his small frame. "you!" he sobbed, scrambling off the table. He rushed forward, collapsing into your arms, gripping you tightly as if you were the only anchor in a shattered world.