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but after sunlit days (one thing stays the same) by TheGnat
Fandoms: Batman - All Media Types, DCU
11 Mar 2026
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He grit his teeth and made no movement as his arms were struck again and again.
He lost count after twelve strikes, keeping his focus instead on not betraying his emotions or the pain he felt.
When it was over, Mother walked over to him and held his face in her hands. She smelled of that familiar scent of cinnamon and jade.
“I love you, My Alexander. Never forget that. You know I must do this to keep your grandfather from inflicting a greater punishment. Keep your head up, and I shall see you again. I trust that next time I visit, none of this shall be needed.”
“Yes, Mother.”
And with a breeze, she was gone.
Damian wasn’t foolish. He knew his mother had an ulterior motive for him being a part of the Wayne family. He still hoped that he would become close enough with them that they could help him stand up to her.
But he knows deep down that will never happen.