Chapter Twenty

Hello! This is the last actual chapter of this story. Thank you for reading and enjoying. I hope that you all enjoyed this fanfiction. I really enjoyed writing it and seeing all of your comments. Please check out my other stories and check out my new DC fanfiction when it comes out. This is going to be a pretty short last chapter, but I still hope that you all enjoyed reading it. Now onto the last chapter.


Bruce's POV


I stare at the boys. Their faces. Their names. It all comes back. Memories of fighting alongside them. Breaking up arguments between them. Caring for them. Nurturing them. It is all back. As if, it was never gone in the first place. "Boys..." I say standing up. They all turn to look at me. Their faces each show concern. Dick keeps on glancing at Jason and Tim every so often. He's a good kid. He's always worrying about his younger brothers. Jason's hands are clenched into fists and his eyes have a steely glaze over them. He's trying to be strong, he's scared that he's going to get hurt. It's clear that he's worried though, not matter how tough he tries to act. Tim, on the other hand, looks like he's going to break down crying at any moment. He's still young. Still, vulnerable and so naive. I wish I hadn't brought him into this world. But, just like the rest of his brothers, he is stubborn. He wanted to be Robin. I allowed it. "I remember. I remember all of you. I remember becoming Batman. I know how you are all my sons. I can recall the Justice League. I remember every moment we've spent together," I say.


"Wait, really? This isn't some cruel joke," Jason asks.


"No. It isn't any joke. I know who you are, Jason," I state. Tim immediately rushes over to me and throws his arms around me. My eyes widen, I place my hand on his back and gently give him a squeeze. Dick smiles, "It's good to have you back, Dad." I nod my head and reach an arm out. It's not normal for me to be so touchy feely, but I feel different right now. After everything that has happened, it seems like being open for hugs isn't a bad thing. After forgetting everything and trying for so long to remember it all, I should hold onto these boys for as long as possible. Dick grins and walks over to us. He wraps his arms around me and squeezes. "Come, Jason," I say gesturing to my last son.


Jason scoffs, "I don't do hugs. Neither do you. What changed?"


"You all have been through a lot. You've all done so much for me. You didn't have to do this. I know it was a lot of work for you to get my memories back. I'm sorry if I caused you all any pain. I'm sorry that you all had to go through so much to get my memories returned," I say in a hushed voice, "I don't say this often, but I love you all. You are my family and I am thankful to have you in my life."


Jason bites his inner lip for a minute, "Ah, screw it." He walks over to the group and joins our embrace. We all remain in this tight huddle for a while. Afraid that if we let go, it will all go away. This all seemed too good to be true. Slowly enough, they all took a step back. "This is real, right. It's not just going to last for a few minutes and then your memories fade again," Jason says.


"It's real. I'm not going to forget again. At least, I don't plan on forgetting," I reply.


"That's good. I guess things are finally back to normal," Dick says with a sigh, "I'm so exhausted. I need a long break."


"Me too," Tim says, "I haven't been able to get much sleep because of all that's been happening."


"You should rest, Tim," Jason mutters underneath his breath.


Tim nods, "I will, Jason, thank you for worrying about me."


Jason rolls his eyes, "I'm not worrying about you. I just don't want everyone to fuss over you if you collapse out of exhaustion or something." Dick chuckles a little and shakes his head. I find a smile appear on my face. I walk over to the pilot's seat and sit down, "Why don't you boys all rest? I'll fly us back home."


"Are you sure, dad? You did just get your memories back. I'm sure you want to rest too," Dick says.


"Yeah, maybe you shouldn't strain yourself to much, old man," Jason adds in.


I shake my head, "I'm fine. You should all rest. You've been through a lot the past few days. Between fighting the barriers in my mind and a bunch of assassins, you all look like you could use some sleep," I state, "I hope you all know that wasn't a request."


Jason grumbles, "Yeah, yeah, it was an order. You do know that you can't-"


Dick covers his mouth and pulls him close to his chest, "Ignore him. He's just being ridiculous." Tim looks at the two with wide eyes. Dick pulls Jason over to a seat and pushes him down, "You. Stay. And rest, please. Dad says he's fine. Be thankful that he's worrying about you." Jason rolls his eyes, but doesn't get back up. He shifts a bit in his seat as he tries to get comfortable. "You too, Timmy," Dick says glancing at the youngest.


Tim is already sitting in a chair with his legs curled up to his chest, "Already ahead of you. Rest is an order I am willing to take at this moment." Dick grins before walking over to me. I glance at him as he walks over, "Go. Relax. Nothing bad will happen to me. I won't disappear while you're asleep." Dick doesn't say anything, instead he wraps his arms around my neck and hugs me. My eyes widen in shock, "What's wrong? Are you alright?"


"I'm fine, Bruce. It's just good to have you back," Dick says before letting my go, "Love you, Dad."


I nod my head, "I love you too, chum. Get some sleep, alright." Dick nods his head as he walks to a seat and plops down. I focus my attention on flying the Batwing.


Soon enough, we arrive back in the Batcave. After landing, I stand up and glance at my sons. I smile at the scene before my eyes. They all sleep, peacefully. Dick, with his head lolled back. Jason, with his arms crossed in front of his chest. And Tim, curled up into a little ball. This moment, this very moment, I will never forget. I don't think I'll be forgetting anything, anytime soon. After all, how can I ever really forget, when I have my sons in my life.


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