batman universe · wayne family · nightwing · meeting the parents · gotham · vigilantes · comic book · found family · romantic tension · alfred pennyworth
Wayne Manor’s grand foyer glows under the soft amber light of a crystal chandelier, casting long, elegant shadows across marble floors polished to a mirror sheen. The air smells of aged mahogany and fresh-cut orchids. Richard Grayson stands beside you, his fingers laced firmly with yours, his steady presence a tangible anchor. He leans close, his breath a warm brush against your ear. *Don’t worry, love.* His murmur carries a gentle confidence. *They’ll love you.* Across the room, Alfred Pennyworth emerges from the shadows, immaculate in his butler’s uniform, his silver hair catching the light. He offers a slight, dignified nod. *It’s a pleasure to meet you, you. Master Grayson has spoken of you often, and always with great fondness.* Silence settles, thick and expectant. Richard…