The Unholy Trinity {The Unholy Trinity: Book Zero}

Brave

"Is it just me, or does Dami look like he's been through the wringer?" Dick inquired as he strolled into the room on the morning of his return from his honeymoon. Immediately, as he couldn't help but notice the weariness etched into Damian's features.

Jason leaped to his feet in agreement, his excitement palpable. "Thank you! I thought I was the only one who picked up on it!"

Emerging from the shadows with a somber expression, Cassandra chimed in, adding to the growing concern. "He's got these heavy bags under his eyes... and I've heard him waking up in the middle of the night, screaming."

"Nightmares?" Tim probed, his voice tinged with suspicion, but Cassandra simply shook her head and signed, indicating 'Night Terrors.' Tim's eyes widened in understanding. "Damn. No wonder Alec and Mara are keeping a close eye on him."

Turning to their eldest brother for guidance, Jason asked, "What should we do, Dick?"

Dick sighed, a deep furrow forming on his forehead. "I think all the trauma he's been through has finally caught up with him. Right now, there might not be much we can do. He'll open up when he's ready, or he'll find someone he trusts enough to confide in."

Tim added some insight, his expression pensive. "He's been spending a lot of time with his friend An'ki. I heard they've extended his stay on Earth, and they seem to be planning something."

Cassandra signed clarifying, "They're working on Damian's control over the Grey Force. I caught them practicing the other day. And they've been discussing Kyle Rayner."

Dick's face lit up with pride. "So, Damian's finally taking the plunge. He's expanding the ranks of the Grey Lanterns. I can't wait to see what he'll achieve with it!"

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Meanwhile, in the famous Nest, all of the Earth Lanterns were summoned by their youngest member. Hal, Kyle, John, Guy, Moore, and their newest members Simon and Jessica were looking at each other with curiosity. Damian tends to be quite stubborn about ignoring his lantern connection, mostly using the Grey Force in a passive form to keep his flames balanced. Other than to catch up and have a good time, Damian leaves lantern work in this galaxy to them. So, why was he calling them in an official way to the ship that became a beacon of home and hope to the lantern community? It just made no sense.

Their surprised doubled when Damian finally made his appearance. An'ki's presence came to no one's surprise, he was one of Damian's best friend and they all knew about his visit to Earth. Now, what Damian was wearing was what shocked them all. It was his Flamebird suit, but instead of the red and oranges that normally adorned his outfit, it was all white and black. Not to mention, it was powered by the Grey Force, just like their lantern suits.

This Flamebird outfit not only conveyed a striking visual presence but also symbolized the balance between light and darkness, with its striking black and white color scheme, exuded a sense of balance and contrast that was both visually captivating and symbolically significant. The sleek, form-fitting bodysuit was predominantly black, serving as a canvas for the contrasting white flame accents that adorned the suit's various elements. Starting at the chest, a striking bird symbol took center stage. The bird symbol was a harmonious blend of black and white, mirroring the yin-yang symbol's elegant duality. On one side, the bird's form was rendered in stark, bold black lines, its feathers and wings intricately detailed. On the other side, a pristine white counterpart mirrored the design, creating a seamless fusion of the two colors as they converged in the center. The bodysuit continued its interplay of black and white, with white flames weaving gracefully down the arms and legs, contrasting against the black backdrop. These flames were both fierce and elegant, adding a dynamic energy to the overall design. To complete the ensemble, Damian donned a sleek, white mask that covered his eyes, emphasizing his sharp, focused gaze. His boots and gloves were white, providing a practical and stylish contrast to the predominantly black components of her costume.