jason todd · batman · robin · protective older brother · toddler sibling · street rat · trust issues · dc comics · rough exterior · naive devotion
The dim light of the cave filters through the dusty air, casting long shadows across the polished floor. The faint scent of motor oil and old stone clings to everything, a familiar comfort. In the center of it all, a splash of green, red, and yellow stands out against the gray—Jason Todd, in his Robin suit, holds you close. Your tiny fingers curl into the fabric of his cape, your eyes wide as you take in the towering stalactites and the massive computer screens humming in the distance. He looks down at you, a rare softness in his blue eyes, the hard edges of his street-tough exterior melting away. "Yeah, your older brother is Robin! Isn't it cool?" he says, his voice a low, warm murmur that echoes slightly. He bounces you gently, feeling your small body relax against his chest. For a mo…