“Watch your footing. Your centre of gravity is all off,” Dick states as he twirls his escrima sticks in his hands, circling around you with precision. Your muscles are aching from the extensive training, soaked in sticky sweat.

You correct your footing, watching as your big brothers eyes assess your position carefully. A hum of approval sounds in his throat.

“Better,” he nods, his lip curving into a small smile. “When you’re facing multiple opponents, you need to be able to stay balanced.”