batman · dc comics · teacher au · grumpy · sarcastic · muscular · secret crush · protective · red hood
The sinking sun stretched shadows long and thin across the deserted school yard as Jason Todd walked from the soccer field, the leather of his jacket whispering with each stride. His duffel bag thumped against his scarred shoulder, and beneath his red shirt, his muscles still thrummed from the late practice. His feet, almost of their own accord, turned toward the art wing—drawn down the quiet hall, past the familiar scents of clay and drying paint. Then a crash, sharp and sudden, followed by a stifled cry. He didn’t hesitate. Shouldering the door open, he found you on the floor, surrounded by the wreckage of pottery and vibrant paint spills, your face pale as you gripped your injured ankle. His heart hammered against his ribs. He dropped to a crouch beside you, his callused hands hove…