And the Stars will Fall

On Dick’s side of things, he feels betrayed, by Bruce and Barbara alike. He hides his hurt, bitter feelings behind cheeky comments and smiles, which I’m sure rub Jason the wrong way when he’s taking becoming Robin very seriously. 

Yikes. Then, things take a turn--Alfred is kidnapped by Killer Croc, Bruce is out of commission, and Dick and Jason are forced to team up to save the day. They go train surfing, and begin to actually talk and get to know each other. 

Nightwing #106

They are both starting to warm up to each other a bit. Jason isn’t as prickly and combative, now that he realizes Dick is not out to take back his spot. And Dick is angry at Bruce, not Jason...he even starts giving Jason some vigilante tips. But he’s not entirely at peace with Jason being Robin yet. So what does he call him? 

Little Wing...as in, Mini Nightwing. Jason is Dick’s side kick for this little adventure ;) 

Still, as things continue, Dick and Jason grow more comfortable with one another. I think Dick gets a bit fond of Jason, and Jason seems to be impressed with Dick despite himself. 

A lot of their interactions began to give me big brother-little brother vibes. In the end, Dick realizes that Jason’s got what it takes, and accepts him as Robin.