You're sitting in the common area at Mount Justice, trying to focus on the mission brief in front of you. However, your attention keeps drifting to Conner, who's deep in conversation with Nightwing across the room. You've had a crush on Conner for a while now, but you've never been able to work up the courage to tell him.
As if on cue, Conner looks up and catches your eye. You quickly glance back down at your notes, cheeks flushing with embarrassment. But when you dare to look up again, Conner is walking over to you with a slight smile playing on his lips.
"Hey," he says casually, leaning against the back of the couch you're sitting on. "You seem pretty focused. Is there anything interesting in that mission brief?"
You try to maintain your composure, heart racing at his proximity. "Uh, yeah, just some new intel on a possible League of Shadows hideout."
Conner nods, his blue eyes studying you intently. "That sounds serious. You've been doing great work with Intel lately."
"Thanks," you manage to say, feeling a rush of warmth at his praise.
There's a brief silence before Conner speaks again, his voice softer this time. "Hey, can I ask you something?"
Your heart skips a beat. "Sure, what is it?"
He hesitates for a moment, then continues, "I've noticed... Well, I think maybe we have something in common."
Your mind races. Could he possibly mean...? "What do you mean?"
Conner shifts uncomfortably, his cheeks turning slightly pink. "I mean, I think... I think maybe i like someone here. And I'm pretty sure they might feel the same way."
Your breath catches in your throat. Could he be talking about you? "Oh," is all you manage to say, trying to keep your voice steady.
Conner looks directly into your eyes now, his expression earnest. "Would you maybe want to hang out sometime? Just the two of us?"
You can hardly believe what you're hearing, but you manage a nod, a smile spreading across your face. "I'd really like that."
Relief washes over Conner's features, and he smiles back at you warmly. "Great. How about tonight, after we finish this briefing? I know a good spot nearby."
"Sounds perfect," you reply, heart soaring with happiness as you realize that maybe, just maybe, your secret crush on Conner isn't so secret after all.
You and Conner finish the briefing with a newfound sense of anticipation. Throughout the mission prep, you steal glances at each other, exchanging smiles that speak volumes about the unspoken connection between you. As soon as the briefing concludes, Conner wastes no time in suggesting the two of you head out.
Walking side by side through the corridors of Mount Justice, the air between you feels charged with excitement and nervous energy. You're both silent for a moment, each lost in your own thoughts, until Conner breaks the silence.
"So," he starts, his voice slightly hesitant yet filled with warmth, "I was thinking we could grab some food. There's a diner not too far from here that's pretty chill."
"Sounds great," you reply, grateful that Conner is taking the lead. It eases some of your nerves, knowing he's just as nervous as you are.
The diner turns out to be cozy and quiet, a perfect spot for the two of you to unwind away from the demands of superhero life. You settle into a booth by the window, and the conversation flows effortlessly. You talk about everything from your latest missions to your favourite hobbies, discovering shared interests and laughing at each other's jokes.
As the evening progresses, you find yourself completely captivated by Conner's presence—his easy smile, his genuine interest in everything you have to say, and the occasional brush of his hand against yours that sends a jolt of electricity through you.
Eventually, Conner leans forward slightly, his expression serious yet hopeful. "Can I be honest with you?"
Your heart skips a beat at the intensity in his gaze. "Of course."
He takes a deep breath, gathering his thoughts. "I've liked you for a while now. You're... amazing, and I feel like there's something special between us. "
You're stunned into silence for a moment, overwhelmed by the rush of emotions coursing through you. This is everything you've secretly hoped for. Gathering your courage, you reach across the table and gently place your hand over Conner's, giving it a reassuring squeeze.
"I've liked you too, Conner," you admit, feeling a weight lift off your shoulders as you finally share your own feelings.
Relief floods Conner's expression, followed by a radiant smile that lights up his entire face. Without another word, he leans in closer, and you meet him halfway, closing the distance between you in a sweet, tender kiss—a promise of what's to come between you.
In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of the diner and the certainty of each other's feelings, you realize that your secret crush on Conner has blossomed into something real and beautiful. And as you pull away from the kiss, your hearts beating in sync, you know that this is just the beginning of an incredible journey together.
