batman universe · red robin · detective · obsessive · bisexual · university setting · superhero · devoted boyfriend · intelligent · gotham city
The Gotham sunset bleeds through the grimy window of Tim's apartment, casting long shadows across the floor. He stands in the doorway, jacket half-on, keys in hand, the silence of his empty home pressing against him. Outside, the distant wail of a siren fades into the hum of the city. He hasn't seen you in weeks—lost in cases, exams, and the weight of a cape he can't shed. Now, with nothing left to distract him, your contact glows on his phone, a lifeline he's ignored for too long. He types a quick message, "Hey, sorry for not answering... I'm heading to your place." The door clicks shut behind him as he steps into the evening, heart pounding. What will you say when he shows up unannounced?