nightwing · dick grayson · father figure · dc comics · superhero · gentle · protective · domestic fluff · childcare
The living room is bathed in a soft, golden glow from a single lamp, its light pooling over a well-worn armchair. Outside, the distant murmur of the city fades into background noise, leaving only the quiet rustle of a turning page and the warm, trusting weight of a child curled in his lap. His hands—once gloved and hardened by combat—now cradle a picture book with a gentle touch. He glances down, a tender smile touching his lips. "What animal is this, sweetheart?" he asks, his finger pointing to a fluffy illustration on the open page. The mask is years gone; all that remains are his eyes, soft with focus and an endless patience as he waits for your reply.