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Omega Jason Todd Week 2020 ~ Day 5: Pregnancy|Young!Jason/Robin!Jason|Heart of the pack/omega prime
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Nightwing clamored into his apartment with Sparrow wrapped tightly around him, cold face buried against his throat and a death grip on his warm body. It pushed Dick’s infamous agility to get in and secure the window with the freezing omega refusing to let go. Dick sighed as he carefully guided them into the kitchen. He pealed back Jason's mask to reveal dilated eyes. Jason glared up at him, tightening his grip. Dick cupped his cheek.
"Cold," Jason moaned. He was starting to shiver violently.
"It's okay, Little Wing. I've got you." Dick assured pulling off his own mask.
Poor Sparrow had been knocked off a stack of cargo containers straight into the freezing waters of the bay. By the time Dick had managed to down the last of the thugs, Jason had dragged himself out of the water but was absolutely soaked. Of course, it started raining and with the cold air of approaching winter, Jason was miserable. His skin was pale. Dick was very thankful that his new suit covered every inch of him instead of his old Robin suit. Dick still couldn't believe Bruce actually let either of them out like that. Regardless, Dick needed to warm Jason up as quickly as possible.
"Come on, Little Wing." Dick cooed pulling at his legs until Jason reluctantly released his death grip around the older omega's waist. The moment his feet hit the ground he started stripping out of his soaking wet suit. Puddles of water collected at their feet on Dick’s hardwood floor. Dick would bemoan it later, but for now, he threw a few kitchen towels down on the ground before he started stripping down as well.
(The holidays are breathing down my neck so I haven’t been able to write as much so have an extra long scrap instead)
He didn’t think Bruce would fire him. He expected to be benched, to be grounded for a few weeks after everything. He didn’t expect to be fired as if he was just an employee. He thought Bruce saw him as a son like he did with Dick. He thought he was family, but he thought wrong. The manor had been quiet ever since that last explosive argument. There had been so many fights in the months leading up to it that the silence had felt ominous.
Jason stared down at the suitcases sitting on his bed. He’s already checked to make sure he had everything he’d need. The taxi should be arriving soon and his window of opportunity was closing rapidly. He left a note for Alfred on his nightstand before heading out of the manor towards the taxi with his bag. Gotham taxis knew not to question their strange passengers and for that Jason was grateful. He didn’t feel like coming up with a story. He just wanted to get out of there as soon as possible. With the address to an apartment Bruce had forgotten about, Jason was off to his new home. Until then, he sat back in the seat and let it sink in that he was alone again. At least this time he knew how to siphon off Bruce’s account.
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Jason blinked as the front door swung open and the least expected person entered: Dick Grayson. Jason sat on the couch curled with a thick blanket around him and his homework in his lap. It’s been months since he moved out of the manor and he’s had no guests so to have Dick Grayson – who tolerated his existence at best – to suddenly barge in made his heart jump in his throat. He froze as Dick locked eyes with him and there was a dark look in his eyes – something like the anger he had when he and Bruce fought. Had Dick come to scream at him for what happened? Or to rub it in? He didn’t need the golden boy to rub his failure in his face.
Jason jumped as Dick shut the front door before he stomped over to him.
“What are you doing here?” Dick growled.
“What does it look like, Dickhead?” Jason grumbled. “I live here.”
“Since when?”
“Since Bruce fired me months ago. Figured you already knew about that.”
Dick blinked. Bruce fired the kid? Since when? He thought Bruce was head over heels for this new Robin. “I just got back from an off-world mission. Bruce was still at his office when I came to the manor. It was quiet so I asked where you were. You know you didn’t have to leave. Alfred misses you.”
“Don’t you get it, asshole? Bruce didn’t want me around. He fired me then gave me the cold shoulder. So I left before he threw me out.” Jason growled. “Why the fuck are you even here? You should be out celebrating. The shitty Robin’s finally out of the way. No more worrying over the little brat. I’m sure Bruce would even offer you the suit back. That should make everyone happy.” Jason pulled the blankets closer as he glared at Dick. “I’m not part of his family anymore. Hell, I was never. Not like you are. Congrats, you’ve got Bruce all to yourself again. Now just leave me alone.”
Dick was silent. He watched as Jason curled back into the blanket fort. Jason was watching him just as closely. Dick looked mad – pissed even.
“Fucking Bruce.” Dick muttered glaring at the floor. His blue eyes then locked with Jason’s. “Have you eaten dinner yet?”
“Um...no. I was going to make something after I finished my homework.” Jason answered unsurely.
“Good because I’m going to get take out and a copious amount of sugar.” Dick answered.
“What? Why?” Jason gaped.
“Because Bruce is an asshole.” Was Dick’s only answer as the door shut behind him. Jason sat there very confused. After a few moments, he returned to trying to do his homework even as his mind raced off to far distant thoughts.
He was so lost in his thoughts that when Dick returned with a few bags and an actual cake it made Jason jump a second time. Without a word, Dick plopped down beside him laying out a buffet of junk food. Dick immediately starting eating. Jason picked up a box of Thai a few moments after him. They ate in silence, but Jason’s mind was running a mile a minute.
“Dick, what’s wrong with me?” Jason questioned.
Dick paused to look at him. “Nothing’s wrong with you.”
“Something has to be for everyone to leave me. What’s so wrong with me that no one can ever stand being around me? I – I tried so damn hard to be what everyone wanted, but it was never enough. Not for my mom or for my dad or Bruce or the League or anyone.” Jason stared down at his hand as he stirred the noodles mindlessly. “All I ever do is fuck up. I couldn’t be good enough for my dad. I couldn’t keep my mom alive. I couldn’t be perfect for Bruce. I’m fucking worthless.”
Dick moved the moment he heard Jason sniff. He pulled Jason in, crushing him against his chest. Jason went rigid, but Dick didn’t do more than hold him. Jason wanted to push him away. He wanted to scream and instigate a fight. Instead, his arms came up around Dick’s shoulders. His fingers curled into the fabric of the shirt as he lowered his head against Dick’s strong solid shoulder.
“You’re not worthless. You were never worthless. Don’t ever say that about yourself again.” Dick reached up carefully to card his fingers through Jason’s hair.
Jason’s breath hitched. “I can’t keep trusting people, Dick. They always leave me, hurt me. I thought Bruce might be different.”
“I know, Jay.” He closed his eyes as he felt the tears start to soak through his shirt. He gathered Jason in his arms and pulled the small teen into his lap. He held Jason as he cried silently against his shoulder. It took a while before the shaking and tears ebbed away leaving Jason silent in his arms. “Come on, why don’t you take a warm shower and we can watch movies tonight. You can stay home from school tomorrow if you have nothing important.”
Jason nodded. He slipped out of Dick’s lap and lumbered down the hall towards the bathroom. Dick watched him a moment before getting up off the couch. In silence, Jason stripped out of his clothes started the shower. Steam quickly filled the small bathroom as he slipped under the spray. He took his time calming down. Dick left a t-shirt and pair of sweats on the counter for when he got out. Dick was waiting for him on the couch having cleared up most of the mess. He had changed into an old Gotham’s Knight shirt and sweats he must have had stashed here. Dick smiled at him before patting the couch beside him. For once, Jason didn’t scoff or question as he slid into the space beside the older man letting Dick drape his arm and blanket around him. Some chick flick was playing, but Jason wasn’t paying much attention.
“It’s not your fault Garzonas fell.” Dick spoke up out of the blue.
Jason tensed as he looked up at Dick. “What?”
“I asked Barbara what happened between you and Bruce. She told me about the Garzonas case. She showed me the CCTV footage.”
“No, I...I just wanted to confront him about it. I-I was angry. Be-because that girl – she killed herself because of him and the bastard wasn’t going to pay for it and there was nothing we could do. I didn’t want to kill him. I didn’t, but then he wouldn’t shut up and he said things – bad things ‘bout the girl and Batman and me – and then he...he wouldn’t let go. Said a hole’s a hole – that he knew how to take care of little boys...and I – I...I pushed him...” Jason reached up to grind his palms into his eyes. “He wouldn’t shut up. He kept talking. He could tell I was from Crime Alley and he wouldn’t shut up and he wouldn’t let go. I’m not...I’m not trash. I’m not a – I’m not a whore. I’m not! I didn’t...I don’t...”
Dick pulled Jason closer, tucking his head under his chin as Jason latched onto him. “Bruce never asked you what happened did he?”
Jason shook his head.
“It’s okay, Jason. It’s not your fault.” Dick whispered.
“Bruce says it is! He thinks I’m a murderer. He threw me away like trash!”
“You’re not trash, Little Wing.” Dick assured. “Bruce fucked up. We both fucked up, but we’ll fix this. I promise.”
“How?”
“I’m going to help you. You don’t need to live on your own, Jay. I know I fucked up so badly when you became Robin. I was angry with Bruce for pushing me away and then for replacing me and giving a title, I made to remember my parents away without even telling me. He never told me about you. I had to learn from the papers. I took out all that anger and pain on you. You didn’t deserve that. I’m sorry. I’m so sorry, Little Wing.” Dick reached out to grip his arm. “Now let me help you. You’re not alone anymore.”
“You’re just going to leave like everyone else.” Jason looked away.
“No. No, I’m not.” Dick answered. “And neither are you. You’re staying with me from now on. Bludhaven can be your home now.”
Jason curled his fingers into a fist, but he felt too drained to fight anymore. He didn’t fight the pull as his eyes slid closed and he relaxed into Dick. He already had plans to leave Gotham when he graduated from school. He was haunted by Bruce’s shadow lingering over him. Maybe, just maybe he could find a home in Bludhaven. Maybe he could have a home with Dick if only for a little while.
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