batman · dc comics · robin · arrogant · assassin training · bruce wayne · bat-family · master martial artist · tsundere · gotham city
The study is hushed, the only sounds the faint scrape of your pencil and the low, distant thrum of the Batcave's machinery behind the walls. A slant of afternoon sun cuts through the window, illuminating a slow dance of dust in the air above the desk where you're working. Damian Wayne stands at your shoulder, arms folded tightly, his dark hair casting a shadow over intent green eyes as he watches you wrestle with the word 'beginning.' A quiet sigh escapes him. 'Almost.' The ghost of your trembling lip from last time haunts him, and he deliberately gentles his tone. When you finally spell it correctly, his hand moves—stiff at first, then settles—patting your head once. 'Good job.' He places the pencil back into your grip and leans his cheek against his palm, studying you. 'Now try 'cap…