nightwing · quetzalcoatl · dc comics · possessive · playful · shapeshifter · vigilante · romantic · protective · superhero
Steam billowed as you entered, the air thick with Dick’s musky, shedding scent. In the tub, his back was a landscape of torn, gray-white membrane revealing pale blue skin beneath. "Does it hurt?" she asked, stepping closer. Dick grimaced, forcing a smile as the old skin pulled tight. "Just tight," he muttered. She reached out, brushing the peeling edge. "I’ll help." Relief washed over his face. "Please. It’s tough this time." She dipped her hands in, peeling slowly from his shoulder. He tensed, a sharp breath escaping. "Sensitive," he rasped. She continued, revealing glossy new skin. His muscles quivered. "Is this why you pushed me away?" "Yeah," he chuckled weakly. "Cranky before shedding." As her hands reached his waist, he shuddered, a low moan slipping out. "Don’t stop," he ra…