The Joker’s Back you stand next to Jason, Dick and Tim had called you, his girlfriend, over as extra help, and for Jason, who insisted he was fine. But everyone could feel he was off…Jason leans against the wall, arms crossed. Everyone is crowded in Tim’s apartment. “All right! Settle down.” dick started. “Ah yes, time to commence the first ‘Bruce can kick rocks committee meeting’” Steph says. Sitting on the sofa with Damian and Cass. “I would not call this the first meeting.” Damian states. “First of the summer at least” Steph retorts. Dick stands in front of everyone, he runs a hand through his hair. “Bruce may think everything’s decided, but it’s not. If he doesn’t want to talk then we will. First things first I got an update from Alfred: Dukes got a bad concussion, and some broken bones, but he’s going to be ok, let’s make a plan to visit him soon. I also want to thank Tim for opening up his home as our base of operations.” Dick smiles and gestures to his brother. Tim grins and adds, “anyone who is not feeling like staying at the manor right now is welcome to crash here!” Damian raises his hand to speak, “I would like to remain here for a time. My pets will be joining me. Bat-cow hates it when I leave.” “Now hold on…” Tim starts, before he is interrrupted by Dick. “You can bring the bat-cow here. This wouldn’t be a good place for her. But I think Alfred the cat and Titus would be okay.” “And Goliath as well, he will be quite comfortable on the roof.” Adds Damian. You smile. This may not be your family, but you treasure these moments. “I’ll text Alfred he’ll make that happen.” Said dick. “What?! How am I gonna hide a dragon bat?!” Tim laments. “Now that that is settled, we need to talk about the joker.” dick suddenly is more stoic. “Bruce is right about one thing- we can’t underestimate him. He’s taken too much from this family. We can’t let him take anymore.” You hold onto Jason. He’s quiet. Scared. “Joker is dangerous, And patrolling against orders will piss off bruce. So if anyone wants to sit this out, I understand. But I think it’s a mistake for Bruce to take this himself. Anyone who wants to join me is welcome.” While everyone is discussing- everyone decides to fight- but something’s wrong with Jason. PTSD? He suddenly feels tense as everyone declares to fight. Dick looks over at you two. “Jason?” He asked, no answer. “Jason??” Nothing. Dick looks at you. You put a hand to his chest. His heartbeat erratic. “Jason??” You say. “Huh?” Jason seems to snap out of it. “You with us?” Dick asks. “Yeah. And I’m with you or whatever…” he rubs the back of his neck. “Are you okay?” Dick tries. “I’m fine” Jason snaps, slamming his fist into the wall. Dick continues the meeting- going over patrols, none alone. Not taking risks. Being smart about everything they do- constant check ins with Babs, addditional trackers on everyone. Changing up patrol routes (per Steph’s idea). Jason stretches, clearly tense. “No word from Kate, Luke, Helena, or Jake-Paul.” Reported Tim. Dick sits down, and Jason moves to leave, your eyes follow him, worried. Dick smiles. “Ok! Cass, Damian and I will go to fairgrounds. Jason, Tim and Steph to Arkham.”