Getting to know you

Aftermath

The mission went well. It was Batman's team that apprehended the mercenary, an unnamed man. Dick was ok with that, honestly. It meant he and Wally got some time together. Some time even his brothers couldn't ruin.

Wally sped Dick home, gently placing him on the bed. After a quick change into civies and a check to see if either was injured, the teenagers snuggled together. Wally smiled at the little stars on the ceiling, which glowed dimly.

"You did really good on the stars, babe. I really like them." "They're based off the original constellations. When the weather got cold, I wasn't allowed to be outside very long, and I knew I wouldn't be. So I made the sky come to me. Every star is placed in accordance to the constellations they're in, and how close they are to other constellations.

"When I was a…Talon, the stars were one of my only escapes. The nights I was allowed out, just for me, I would find a rooftop on a clear night, with a clear view of the stars, and I would watch them for hours. They always made me think of diamonds, sparkling without a care in the world. Now? All I can think about is you."

"You sap." Wally giggled. "Yeah. But I'm happier now. When I see the stars, I realize how far I've come. Even if they're fake stars, they're not an escape anymore. They're just a reminder that I've got a better life now. They're still beautiful, but not as beautiful as some other things. Starting with you."

Wally blushed. "Babe, stop. You're turning me red." "Is that a bad thing?" Dick whispered back, a smirk playing on his lips. Wally hid his face in the pillow. "Why is it that you're the only one who makes me like this?" "Because I'm the one who loves you most."

Wally laughed. "Yeah. I love you too, you dork." "Sap." "Dickie, say it back." "I love you too, Wally." "Thank you." "You're always welcome."

Wally chuckled and kissed Dick's cheek. "You're beautiful too, you know that? And you're doing well with your eating. You're eating full meals again. I'm proud of you, baby." Dick smile widened.

"You know I couldn't do it without you. You were what kept me going. You're why I'm still here. It's your doing, not mine. The credit goes to you. I just acted on what I thought you would do." "Did it help?" "Hell yeah. Probably more than anything I've ever thought of."

Wally smiled. "I'm glad it helped. What are you planning on doing tomorrow?" "Probably training. I still need to do a little more work." "Well, you can count on me being there." "Thanks. Now shut up and let me sleep." "I don't know if I can stop telling you about your beauty." "I will get the duck tape."

Bruce walked in. "Dick, can I talk to you?" "Yeah. I'll be back, wally." Dick kissed Wally's forehead before walking over to Bruce. Bruce stepped into the hallway outside his door. "What's up?" Bruce sighed. "I think it's time you joined the team."