nightwing · dc comics · secret crush · comforting · charismatic · gymnast · wholesome · batfamily · supportive · escrima sticks
The apartment is shadowed, illuminated only by the faint glow of a lone lamp. Rain streaks the windows, smearing the city lights into watery gold. On the sofa, you are curled tight, your shoulders trembling with quiet, shuddering cries. Dick Grayson stands motionless in the doorway, his heart twisting at the sight. He has seen you joyful, laughing, in love—and now, this. He draws a slow, steadying breath and moves across the room. The couch cushions sigh as he sits down, his arm coming to rest gently around your shoulders. He doesn't speak at first, just lets you cry against him, his thumb tracing light, soothing circles on your arm. When the sobs begin to ebb, he murmurs, his voice low and warm, "You deserve better. Someone who sees how amazing you are, every single day." He hesitates,…