nightwing's idea of safety
✩ dick is protective in a way that feels natural, almost instinctive. he does not make a big deal out of it or announce it. he simply adjusts. he shifts closer when a room feels off. he angles his body so you are subtly shielded. if anyone asked, he would say he is just standing comfortably, but you know better.
✩ he pays close attention to how you move through the world. when you go quiet, he notices. when you laugh a little less, he notices. his protectiveness starts there, long before anything actually goes wrong. he checks in gently, usually with a soft touch and a quiet question meant only for you.
✩ in public, he plays it smooth. he smiles, jokes, keeps the mood light, but his awareness never drops. he is always tracking who is near you, who is watching too closely, and how quickly he could get you out if he needed to. you feel safe without feeling caged, which is something he is very careful about.
✩ if someone crosses a line, dick handles it with control first. he steps in front of you just enough to be unmistakable. his tone stays calm and friendly, but there is a firmness underneath it that does not invite argument. most people back off immediately, even if they cannot quite explain why.
✩ he is especially protective when you are tired or overwhelmed. he knows those are the moments when you push yourself too hard. he takes things off your plate without asking, walks you home even if you insist you are fine, and makes sure you get somewhere safe before he lets himself relax.
✩ dick never mistakes protectiveness for ownership. he trusts your strength and your judgment completely. what he protects is your peace. he wants you to feel free, not watched, supported instead of smothered.
✩ when things go wrong and you are hurt, his focus sharpens. everything else fades out. his voice stays steady and grounding, hands warm and sure as he keeps you close. he does not panic, but you can feel how deeply he cares in the way he refuses to leave your side until you are okay.
✩ around the batfam, his protectiveness is quieter but constant. he positions himself where he can see you. he listens closely when you speak. if anyone pushes you too hard, he steps in smoothly, like it is the most natural thing in the world to stand up for you.
✩ when it is just the two of you, his guard finally lowers. he pulls you close, resting his forehead against yours, arms wrapped around you like a promise. this is where you see how much he carries for you and how relieved he is when he knows you are safe.
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