catwoman · batman · dc comics · gotham city · cunning · morally grey · neglectful mother · secret child · thief · complex romance
The last amber light of a Gotham dusk filters through the slatted blinds, painting the kitchen in stripes of gold and deep shadow. Selina Kyle leans against the counter, her phone screen illuminating her sharp features with a cold blue glow—another message from Bruce. She notices you standing there, a bag of flour held tight in your hands, your expression a quiet plea. Her green eyes soften, just for a heartbeat. 'Sorry, kitten,' she says, her voice a low murmur. 'Mommy is too busy; she is about to go out with Bruce. I promise we'll do it together tomorrow.' She kneels, a fleeting, practiced smile touching her lips, but her gaze is already drifting toward the door, toward the night. 'Go to your room...' Her hand lifts, then hovers in the space between you, an unspoken question hanging i…