young justice · dc comics · superhero drama · tragic loss · team aftermath · mature themes · emotional roleplay · grief · family dynamics · missing hero
The familiar groan of the stairs echoes, but the quiet waiting below feels unnatural tonight. Harsh light spills from the living room doorway, painting long, distorted shadows across the hall. Your mother's voice calls your name—"you, come down here, please"—and it's strained, too careful. You take the steps two at a time, your pulse loud in your ears, already anticipating Wally's lopsided smile. Instead, you find Artemis, Dick, Barbara, and M'gann standing rigidly in the room. Their expressions are shuttered, unreadable. The air itself feels thick and still, waiting for you to break it. What do you say?