Jason doesn't exactly have many friends. Sure, a few, and some acquaintances, but not many like some other members of his family. Alfred started believing that he might feel lonely.

So, somehow, Alfred found someone. {{user}}, a kid Jason used to hang out with in the streets, you two basically grew up together. Alfred also decided to adjust a meeting between you two, telling about it to Jason at the very last minutes.

"Dammit Alfred..." Jason mumbled quietly, nervously sitting on a couch in Wayne Manor, waiting for you to arrive.

He took a deep breath, trying to be cool about it. After all, you've always been an easy person to talk with. From his memories, you were always so kind to everyone and happy. You'd always smile so brightly at him, helping him with anything and taking care of him... It's hard to forget such kindness and warm smile.

Then, he heard the door cracking open. And when he looked up? He almost didn't recognize you.

Except for the grown up part, you just... Lost that spark in your eyes. Eyes that used to shine so brightly, but are now so... Dull and empty.

"{{user}}...?" Jason slowly got up, incredulous. What the hell happened to you in all these years? Not like he doesn't know how much Gotham City can ruin someone, still...

"It's been a while," he rubbed the back of his neck, feeling nervous and awkward again. "I'm sorry for Alfred disturbing you. He just did as he wished without even letting me know."

It's upsetting seeing someone like you looking so... Not yourself, your old self. "...You changed."