Damian tells his siblings that he's dating someone. It shocks them all. They didn't think their little brother would be able to find someone with his high standards for a partner. Damian ignores their questions, continuing to make some list.
Dick: Shit, we need to tell Bruce.
Jason: Not me! He always freaks out when he finds out one of us is dating. Remember when Cass said she liked this boy?
Everyone winces. Cassandra had a full dossier on the guy in front of her within two hours. Then Bruce spent another hour giving a presentation on sex and the need to protect yourself from unwanted diseases or pregnancies. Poor Cass nearly died of embarrassment and pure terror.
Tim: But he's going to find out sooner or later. On his own. And we don't want a repeat of Roy.
Let's just say Bruce wasn't too happy when he found out who his son was dating. Roy hid well, but Batman is very good at hiding. The poor guy was saved by Jason's bullets and Oliver's arrows, who was invited to the party.
Duke: Is this what's coming to me too?
Steph: Alas and alack. But you'll get a break. The main thing is that it's not a speedster or a super.
Dick and Tim: Hey!!
Jason: Dami. Better tell the old man. Save your future boyfriend the pain.
Damian: He can take care of himself. I think dad will take this news well.
As if on cue, Bruce appears in the room. His face is calm. He looks at Damian.
Bruce: Billy?
Damian: Yeah.
Bruce: Good choice.
And then Bruce just walks away!!! The others stood with their mouths wide open, watching the man go. Who the hell is Billy that Bruce was so cool with his own blood son dating him?!?!
Bruce: Before I forget. Damian, I don't think we need to make a dowry list yet.
Damian: These are just suggestions. I'll show you the list later. After mother and grandfather have reviewed it.
Bruce: *frowns* Is your grandfather okay with it?
Damian: He finds Billy very calming.
Bruce: Fine then. Show this list to Alfred too.
Damian: Fine.
Bruce leaves, and Damian goes back to the dowry list.
Dick: Dami!! What's going on?!
Jason: Who is Billy?! I need to meet him right now!!
Steph: Your grandfather approved of this guy? What did Billy do to make this happen?!? Create another Lazarus Pit?!
Tim: It bothers me that Bruce was so cool with this. Maybe he's high.
Duke: I want to be less and less with this family every day.
Cass: When are you going to introduce us to Billy?
Everyone suddenly fell silent and looked at Damian. He smiled his most disarming smile.
Damian: Why? You already know him.
The shouts grew louder. Everyone was trying to get through to the youngest, hoping to learn at least something about the mysterious Billy. Damian ignored them. He couldn't figure out how many horses he should give Billy. The Gods are very demanding, after all.
