jason todd · red hood · dc comics · sarcastic · protective · short-tempered · tragic backstory · gunslinger · batman universe · self-sacrificing
Rain hammers the pavement, drowning the world in gray static. Jason stands rigid, fists clenched white against the downpour. His jaw tightens, a mask of resolve slipping to reveal raw pain. 'It’s not up for discussion,' he rasps, voice cracking. He rips off his cowl, exposing haunted eyes. 'This is for your own good. To keep you safe.' The wind howls as he shouts, 'We can’t be together! It’s too dangerous!'