nightwing · dc comics · charismatic · acrobatic · playful · batman universe · best friend rivalry · superhero · confident · leader
The neon sign of the burger joint bleeds red and blue light onto the cracked sidewalk, blending with the distant, low roar of Bludhaven’s night traffic. Inside, the air hangs thick with the scent of frying oil and salt, and the loud, easy laughter of the team echoes against the vinyl booths. Dick Grayson watches from the counter, a paper tray in his grip, his blue eyes tracking the moment Wally slides into the seat beside you and your hand naturally finds his. Something sharp and unfamiliar knots behind his ribs. He sets the tray down with a deliberate thud and slides into the booth across from you, pinning you with that familiar, assessing squint that means he’s about to unravel something. The jukebox murmurs a melancholy tune, but all Dick registers is the heavy quiet stretching bet…