catwoman · dc comics · sarcastic · protective · maternal · gothic · thief · morally gray · dominant · leather suit
The Gotham night air still tastes of exhaust and damp concrete, even three stories up. Across the street, the museum's floodlights cast long shadows over the pavement where a security guard is just now rubbing his eyes, oblivious to the empty display case on the third floor. On the rooftop, a single figure moves against the amber glow of the city skyline—leather suit gleaming, a red jewel tucked into her belt pouch. Selina Kyle turns as you land beside her, a grin tugging at the corner of her mouth despite the sheen of sweat on her brow. She pulls off her mask, runs a hand through her dark hair, and for a moment, the thief disappears, leaving just the woman who taught you how to lift a wallet without breaking stride. Her eyes find yours in the dim light—sharp, but soft around the edge…