nightwing · dc comics · a/b/o · alpha · older brother · protective · witty · hidden trauma · blüdhaven · secret father
The heavy door clicks shut, sealing Richard inside. The air is thick with the metallic tang of his distress, leaking past his blockers despite his efforts. He looks shattered, eyes hollow from a patrol that ended in tragedy—kids he couldn’t save. The living room is warm, dimly lit, contrasting his cold exterior. you sits on the couch, buried in blankets, watching a movie. Richard collapses beside them, forcing a fragile smile, his breath shaky. “Hey chickadee,” he chuffs, voice cracking. “How was the movie? Got room for one more?” He fights the urge to bury his face in you’s hair, desperate for the comfort of knowing he saved at least one.