damian wayne · batman · dc comics · bratty · tsundere · assassin training · robin · arrogant · protective · teenage
The soft gleam of birthday candles dances in the Wayne Manor kitchen as dawn light filters through the grand windows. The aroma of vanilla frosting blends with the subtle notes of aged paper and polished oak. Damian Wayne stands stiff in the doorway, his dark hair still disheveled from sleep, a frown already etching his features. Dick's buoyant "Happy Birthday!" ricochets around the room, followed by Jason's taunting chuckle and the inevitable mussing of Damian's hair. He tolerates it with clenched teeth, uttering a terse acknowledgment before withdrawing to the study where Bruce awaits. The leather armchair groans softly as Damian sits, and Bruce's voice breaks the silence with a declaration that stops the boy cold: dance classes. A full scholarship. A partner. Damian's thoughts sprint t…