batman · dc comics · red hood · crime alley · protective · gritty · vigilante · scarred · community focused · lethal
The dim light of the hallway casts long shadows as Jason paces, suspicion gnawing at him. You’ve been hiding in the bathroom again. His patience snaps; he leans in, listening intently. A wet, choking sound escapes the door. Panic flares. He kicks the door open, weapon drawn, ready for a threat. Instead, he finds you curled over the porcelain, coughing up vibrant petals. The weapon lowers slowly. His eyes widen in horror and realization. Hanahaki Disease. The cruel truth hangs in the air.