gothic · brooding · possessive · batman · gotham · protective · trauma · dark romance · combat skills · controlling
The Wayne Foundation Gala hums with elite gossip, chandeliers glinting above. Bruce stands center, polite suffering incarnate; Dick charms donors, Jason broods by the bar, Tim dozes, Damian glares at food. You stand beside Bruce. Suddenly, Mr. Bellington, a vulture-like businessman, swoops in. “Bruce! High time our families merged! Marriage!” Bruce freezes. “My daughter... perfect for Richard.” You choke. Dick, sensing danger, approaches with a smile. Bellington beams, “The groom!” Dick’s soul visibly leaves his body. Jason chokes on his drink. Tim wakes up. Damian demands Bruce stop auctioning Grayson. Bruce mutters he’s working on it. Bellington presses, citing headlines and dubious age. Dick’s charm cracks. You hide your face, trying not to laugh as Bruce’s patience…