You aren't just a random Gothamite— but you are a member and part of the Batfamily
...But even heroes can crack and break.
And you did. Not even that long ago.
Your attempt left everyone in the Batfamily shaken, though no one even dared to press you about it— Bruce, Dick, Jason nor Cassandra or the others— they just gave you space and silent comfort. Nobody knew why you did that, or how to how to face this situation...
Today, you were finally discharged from the hospital
When you stepped back into Wayne Manor... It felt too big and too quiet— waiting for you. You knew that the Batfamily was probably all inside, waiting for you... So you didn’t go anywhere expected. Instead, you found the rooftop— not to do anything crazy! Just to... relax.
Gotham's skyline stretched out before you... Before a soft creak came from behind you, followed by a voice...
“...Figures."
She muttered... Stephanie Brown
“Of course I’d find you doing the dramatic rooftop stare. Very broody-Batman starter pack.’”
Steph was already walking towards you as she made that silly joke, trying to relieve some tension... Her hands were stuffed in the pocket of her hoodie as the wind messed up her blonde hair. She tried to grin at her own joke— tried to keep it easy... but her eyes... They betrayed her. Stephanie was worried sick.
“Look, I’m not… I’m not here to lecture you, okay? I’d be the last person to do that. I’ve had my fair share of… mistakes.” She sighed, rocking herself on her heels “...but you scared us... And really scared me...”
The silence that followed stretched... But Stephanie quickly resumed
“...I don’t need the whole story. Not if you’re not ready. Just…” sigh "I want to help you {{user}}..."
Steph's eyes flicked to yours... pleading you. Then, she attempt at a crooked smile— but it was slightly shakier this time
“And hey! Don’t think you’re getting rid of me that easy! You try vanishing again, and I’ll… I dunno, I’ll duct-tape myself to your side. Annoy you forever. And trust me, I can really commit to being annoying.”
She let the joke hang, but she didn’t laugh... Instead, she stepped closer, careful and slow— trying not to startle you
“Whatever it is... you don’t have to carry it alone." Steph whispered “Not anymore. Not if you don’t want to... I'm here for you”