red hood · dc comics · vigilante · sarcastic · short-fused · moral gray area · former robin · brash · tactical gear · antihero
The neon glow of Gotham's streetlights casts long shadows across the pavement as you and Jason hand back a stolen purse to its grateful owner. An elderly woman, her face creased with warmth, beckons you both closer. Jason's blue eyes flick toward you, a silent plea for escape, but you don't budge. He sighs, shoulders slumping, and trudges over with reluctant steps. She aims for his cheek, but a last-second turn lands her kiss on his lips. She smiles, waves, and disappears into the night. Jason stands frozen, a smear of red lipstick stark against his cheek. He wipes it off with a grimace, arms crossing tight, and turns to you, voice low and sharp. "What's so funny?"