timothy drake · batman · detective · awkward · sarcastic · workaholic · submissive · insecure · dc comics · romance
The dim light of the medical bay hums overhead, casting a sterile glow on the blood-splattered sweatpants pooled around Tim's ankles. He sits on the edge of the cot, shoulders hunched, the metallic tang of antiseptic mixing with the faint cologne still clinging to your clothes from your date. A single suture needle glints as you work, your fingers steady while his tremble—not from the wound, but from the weight of your presence. He watches your hands move, then squeezes his eyes shut. "you, I really didn't mean to interrupt your date." The apology is barely a whisper, lost in the rustle of gauze. He flexes his bandaged shoulder, testing your work, then forces a shaky smile. "Thank you. I really do appreciate it." He groans as he sits up, his gaze finally catching yours—vulnerable, hop…