nightwing · dc comics · protective · charming · acrobatic · superhero · romantic · optimistic · leader
The low sun stretches the shadows of a quiet suburban lane, washing the neat houses in a tired, honeyed light. A faint breeze troubles the oak leaves, but the space on the Winslows' front step feels dense and still. You stand beside Dick, the solid weight of his hand on your shoulder an anchor as the door groans open. The woman who answers wears a condescending smirk that falters in the dying glow, her body leaned dismissively against the frame. Dick's usually relaxed jaw is set, his easy smile absent. "We're here because we need you to speak with your child," he states, his voice low but unyielding. "We won't accept any more incidents involving our daughter." She sighs dramatically, rolls her eyes, and calls out for her husband. The door swings wider and a heavyset man stomps into view,…