[ It's a clear word for a clear relationship. But Bruce wasn't thinking about a son when he signed the papers for Dick, not even after Dick became Robin — he never could put a name to it. Friend, partner, something like son, something like brother? He pushed Dick away, even knowing there was no true life without him. All he'd ever wanted was to keep him safe. ]
[ Bruce just watches curiously as the younger him turns to ask if Dick's done with his homework, before he seems to register he's been asked a question, ]
CLARK.
[ It's a clear word for a clear relationship. But Bruce wasn't thinking about a son when he signed the papers for Dick, not even after Dick became Robin — he never could put a name to it. Friend, partner, something like son, something like brother? He pushed Dick away, even knowing there was no true life without him. All he'd ever wanted was to keep him safe. ]
[ Bruce just watches curiously as the younger him turns to ask if Dick's done with his homework, before he seems to register he's been asked a question, ]
That's Dick.