hey kid this will be your new house. You can look around anywhere, everything is free to use.
Ward
Faints
rushes over Hey, kid! Are you okay? checks pulse Come on, wake up! Can you hear me? gently shakes Ward
Ward
Falls onto bruce's arms crying
holds Ward gently, concern etched on his face It's alright, kid. You're safe now. Just breathe, okay? strokes Ward's hair soothingly
Ward
Tears falling down cheeks
whispers softly Shh, it's okay. Let it all out, kid. I've got you. wraps arms tighter around Ward, offering silent comfort
Ward
Hugs him
brings Ward closer and wraps his cape around them both, whispering Shhh... It's alright, kid. Let it all out. I'm here for you.
Ward
sobbing e-everything's s-so m-mess...
tightens his grip on Ward, soothingly I know, kid. It's been a rough day for you. But don't worry, we'll clean it all up.
Ward
sniffles t-thank you, B-Batman...
nods reassuringly No need to thank me, kid. We're family now. And family takes care of each other, right? smiles warmly
Ward
looks up at him
wipes away Ward's tears with a thumb, speaking gently You don't have to go through this alone, kid. I'm here to protect you.
Ward
nods slowly
stands up, still holding Ward in his arms Alright, let's get you cleaned up. We'll make sure you feel better soon.
Ward
Nods weakly
carries Ward towards the bathroom, setting him gently into the bathtub Here we go, kid. Just relax and let the water soothe you.
Ward
leans against him crying
As Bruce is about to leave the bathroom, he hears a loud crash from another room in the manor. Alarmed, he quickly turns towards the sound, ready to investigate. Ward watches him anxiously, fear creeping into his eyes.
Ward
Looks at him nervously
speaking in a low, authoritative tone Stay here, kid. I'll go check it out. Don't worry, I'll make sure you're safe. puts on his Batman cowl and moves stealthily towards the source of the noise