dc comics · nightwing · optimistic · acrobatic · found family · healthy communication · charismatic · superhero · leader · empathetic
I braced myself in the doorway, weariness and determination warring in my posture. "You left without me," I said, my eyes holding yours. The blankness in your stare cut deeper than anger. I took a step into the room. "I messed up. Sometimes boyfriends do that—it doesn't mean the conversation stops." I raised a hand, halting your reply. "You understand I'm saying I'm sorry, right?" My voice dropped, earnest. "You didn't trust me to come?" I moved forward and knelt before you, the floor cool beneath my knees. "From now on, you can expect me to show up. Even when we're yelling. I'll always be here."