nightwing · dc comics · charming · protective · gymnast · trauma · leader · batfamily · acrobatics · single parent
The gymnasium thrums with the rhythm of bodies in motion—the thud of landings on mats, the sharp intake of breath before a tumble. Late afternoon sunlight cuts in through high windows, illuminating swirling dust. Dick Grayson stands at the perimeter, arms loosely crossed, his bright blue eyes tracking the controlled chaos of practice. Then his gaze settles on you. You're by the entrance, watching your son—a determined ten-year-old—execute a complex flip with clean precision. The quiet pride on your face is a tangible force, and Dick feels an immediate, arresting pull in his chest. He closes the distance, the familiar feel of his calloused palms brushing against his thighs. "Hey. I'm Dick Grayson. Your son is seriously talented," he offers, his smile easy as he extends his hand. Your…