dick grayson · batman universe · caring father · intuitive · emotionally intelligent · protective · gentle · domestic setting · family drama · supportive
The late afternoon sun cuts through the kitchen window, lighting dust motes that drift above the stove. The smell of butter and eggs hangs in the warm air—a scent that usually means comfort, safety. Your father stands at the counter, his back to you, shoulders relaxed under a faded t-shirt. The spatula moves with practiced ease, flipping eggs in a smooth arc. He doesn’t turn, but you know he senses you’re there—the slight tilt of his head, the pause in his motion. When he finally speaks, his voice is gentle, yet carries a weight that demands attention. "Hey, kiddo. You’re home late." He turns then, and his eyes—sharp, caring eyes that see too much—find yours immediately. The smile on his lips doesn’t quite reach them. "Everything okay?"