Making eggs.

If Jason wanted it, he could stay here and read all he pleases. Dick also had a much nicer apartment, but this was just somewhere to return to if he was in the area and the night was rough. “Still got those things, too. Saving them for my son.” He joked. “Or maybe Damian will get a kick out —

Me too.

“Thought I’d pay you a visit. See how its going.” He took a seat beside her, looking down at the city.

I’m not mad. Just disappointed.

Don’t steal.

…Little one? “Can I ask who the human inside you is?”

Looking at the window. Note to self: Close your damn windows. “Good to know.” He nodded slowly. “Did you need something other than my chocolate, Venom?”

Not gonna ask questions. “Are there not any around?” Pause. “Wait— how did you get into my apartment?! Who are you?!”

“I mean,” Dick paused for a moment. “We can always just go and get some more chocolate. Also, hello person in there. Care to explain all of this to me?”

“Who the Hell is ( we ) ?” He threw his hands up in confusion. Less confused by the rather large alien, more so confused and alarmed at the sudden appearance of said alien. “Were you just up there the whole time?”

Looking up, Dick’s eyes widened at the sudden appearance of the other. “AH!” He shouted, leaping backwards on the table. Now the chocolate was on the floor. “Can I help you?!”

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Leaning back against the table, chewing. Dick’s situational awareness is horrible right now. This chocolate is too good. Milk chocolate with caramel in it. What a shame Venom never got any.

Walks in and grabs the chocolate bar, not noticing he’s there.

Been a little bit!

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The answer to all of those was yes. He was desperate enough to rob the lady, predatory enough to now have a gun on Dick and Teresa, and just dumb enough to shoot it! Moving out the way, he threw one of his Wingding’s at the man’s wrist, knocking the firearm from it. “Bad idea, pal.” —

“You’ll get the hang of it.” He chuckled and looked out over the ledge of the building. Conveniently, there was a mugging happening right across the street! Well… convenient depending on who you asked. “Hm.” Dick leapt off the building, which was a much smaller one than before. —

Dick watched as she took the leap. Everything seemed alright. Nevermind. That looked like it hurt. Jumping down beside her, he helped her up to her feet. “Okay, we’ll work on that.” He chuckled, dusting off her shoulders. “Are you okay? Can you walk?” Geez… he’d hate to know it was —

“Do you want to?” It wasn’t the tallest building in the city. But it was a height nonetheless. But yes, he was testing her. He wanted to help get her to where she needed to be. Gotham was unforgiving, if push ever came to shove and she needed to jump, could she? “Lets jump together.” —

Determination was half the battle. Everything else came with time. He wasn’t going too fast, he wanted her to keep up. Stopping at the top of a building after about five minutes, he looked out at the skyline. “Have you ever jumped from this height?”

Don’t think too hard. Looks like he’s about to pop a blood vessel.

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You know if it ever gets too much, you can reach out for help. I’ll never turn you away. I don’t think any of us would.

“So lets see where the night takes us.” Dick replied. But no, he wasn’t just standing around. He loosed up his joints a bit by doing the same thing she was, free running, hopping and flipping between train cars and such. “See if you can keep up.” He teased, getting a running start to —

You’re handling it well.

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You’re my friend. I’m going to worry.

Any reason you’re saying this? Did something happen?

I’m all ears, Mary. Whats going on?

Do you want to talk about it?

“Neither is fighting a guy who’s only weapon is ice. Believe me, I know how you feel.” Dick bounced his brows. “I’m taking some time away from Blüdhaven. Thought I’d stop into the city for a bit. Anything you need help taking care of?”

Hearing her footsteps, he gave a smile and a nod. “Looking good.” He complimented, then turned to the city. “So, Hummingbird. Any cases on your table yet?” If so, he’d love to help her with them. “Or are we just gonna see where the night takes us?” Also a great idea!

They’re actually getting there at the same time! “Hey, Pete! Looks like we have the same sense of time.” Dick laughed. “How’ve things been?”

“Hummingbird. I like it.” He gave her a warm smile and a firm nod. He was excited to see what she could do. He was happy to mentor and help anyway he could.

Stretches.

“Thats okay.” He chuckled. “We all start somewhere. Plus, its not about the costume. Its about the person in it.” “Want to go grab it? We can meet back here.” Not wanting to invade her privacy, he found that best.

“I’ve been keeping my ear close to the ground. You’re doing great for someone just starting out. I want to help out any way I can.” This was no, ‘you scratch my back, I scratch yours’ situation. Dick knew how scary and unforgiving Gotham could be. For Teresa to know that, and still decide —

Pizza works with him. He knows this great spot. Meet him there?

“Of course I do.” Of course he knew. But he wouldn’t dare share that information with anyone. Not even her. Not until she disclosed it to him herself. “The suns coming down. The nights just about to get started. You in?” He hoped she said yes. He was excited to see what she was —

Whats he in the mood for?