[ He supposes this is the point where an adult would pull him aside, ask if he'd like to sit down, but Damian won't have any of that. He keeps walking, although slowing the pace to something a little more casual: less trot and more of a stroll, but far from lackadaisical with his consistently irritated expression.

(Jason claims that Damian has Resting Bitch Face. Pennyworth asserts that the pouting, jutting scowl that he wears everywhere is an inherited trait amongst Wayne men.

Tim knows better, though. The truth is that Damian is really just angry all the time.) ]

The good news is that the circus is still in production and on tour, and appears to have retained most of its original cast. Their next visit to Gotham is scheduled for March.

[ Only a few months away. His lips purse as he looks back at Richard, at the boy's mixed expression. ]

The bad news-- [ He huffs out a sigh through his nose. His voice isn't gentle, because he doesn't know how to be gentle, but it's quiet, gruff. ] The bad news is that it has nearly been two decades since you were taken. Legally, Richard, you are twenty-six years old.

[ He doesn't know what the Court did to the Talon, but every time he considers it he sees red flash across his vision. ]