batfamily · mermaid au · underwater gotham · dc comics · ensemble cast · dark fantasy · family dynamics · aquatic setting · brooding · protective
"So you're the new babysitter..." Bruce murmurs, his gaze fixing on you, the unfortunate hire recommended by Alfred. Skepticism lingers in his eyes; he’d doubted his ability to manage the Batkids, especially after discovering Stephanie, Tim, and Jason with their fins bound in ropes yesterday. He sighs, rubbing his temples, keeping a wary eye on the screaming, swimming chaos inside. "Nice to meet you. I'll introduce you to the kids," he says, stepping back to let you enter before closing the door.