𝑏𝑜𝑦 𝑤𝑜𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑟.

It’s a funny question, all things considered. As if Jason could be replaced. As if the mantle was a gift. As if this young brilliant boy didn’t barrel into his life knowing who he was and what he stood for all on his own. 

It’s a childish question. 

     [ ₁ ] A child’s question. 

And he hears it clearly in his voice. The slight tremble. The uncertainty in his chest. And he looks down at him again for a minute. 12 seconds to be exactly. And then back out onto the streets. 

“ No. “ He answered firmly, resolutely, coming to the conclusion himself that it needed to be said. “ You’re not Dick. You’re not Jason. But you are robin. “ 

A light clasp of his shoulder. 

“ You saved me, son. Or did you forget that already? “ 

Oh shit-- he actually heard that. Tim cleared his throat nervously. Was it the pain meds making him dizzy or did he suddenly feel like fleeing. It wasn't until Bruce his hand on his shoulder when he felt reassured. He sighed, before softly smiling.

heirofel .      indie jon samuel kent/el

“I will not hide my tastes or aversions. I will so trust that what is deep is holy, that I will do strongly before the sun and moon whatever only rejoices me, and the heart appoints”                              ― Ralph Waldo Emerson

Gonna need to see either brother Kon and Tim try to calm their little brothers down or perhaps even Lizzie getting a taste of her own medicine from a shrunken down Bat and Sups 🤭 (only if you want to though)

“ You’re brooding. “ He repeats, stepping up to where he hovered near a ledge to sit down as well and get comfortably. Too hunched figures overlooking a city finally on it’s way to sleep. The quiet again before the storm. Or the reprieve from the after. 

[ ₁ ] It was a long night after all. 

And the cape hangs heavy on them all, @redsleuthed. 

The events of that day replayed in his head. He woke up from the beating Jason gave him and he couldn't shake off the words the previous Boy Wonder said to him. It made him wonder if he could-- SHOULD-- continue being a hero. Recovery was slow, and hard, considering he leaped back into action. He learned to ignore the side effects of the strong pain meds given to him by Alfred.

'Is it true? Am I a replacement?' he said, to himself. He didn't want Bruce to think he was incapable of doing his job. The question festered in his brain, sowing seeds of self doubt.

He sighed.

would you just stand there for a second? don't move.

i need you to do something for me.

can you keep a secret?

hand me that over there, would you?

i need your help with this. seriously.

just give me five minutes of your time.

i've always helped you out. why can't you help me?

could you bring me a glass of water?

there's no one else i can turn to.

i'll show you, but you have to promise you won't tell anyone.

would you pick that up for me?

just stand there and don't move. i won't hit you.

please turn the music down.

here, would you sign this for me?

take this to [name] and say it's from me.

you drive. i've done enough driving for the week.

there's something important i have to ask you.

what if i said i needed you to do one more thing?

could you stick around and help me for a while?

i can't do it without your help.

before you go, there's something else i need.

can you grab it from the top shelf? i can't reach.

i just need you as a stand in.

would you cover for me?

could you swing by and help me?

it's a big ask. i don't think you're ready for this.

i need to run into town to grab a few things. will you come with me?

hold this for a second.

i need you to lure them somewhere.

i could really use your help if you're willing to give it.

no one else wanted to help me.

can i ask you to do something for me?

i need a favor. it's urgent.

could you tuck me into bed?

i'd really like some advice from you.

i can't sleep. would you stay here a while?

there's no one else i can ask.

if they ask, tell them you're me.

you owe me a favor.

i need you to go in my place.

i'm asking a favor. a big favor.

i don't like asking you for help, but i don't have a choice.

this is a big ask. are you sure you're willing to help?

i need more than just words. i need action.

i'm having trouble lifting this. can you help me?

i'm terrible at making a bed.