I don't own, everything is DC's property (sigh)

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I. First time

Orange flames illuminated the figures ensconced on the sofa. Hands entwined, they savored a rare moment of peace.

Leaning on her Knight's shoulder, the Princess looked idly at the play of light and dark, subconsciously playing with his fingers.

Smiling inwardly at the familiarity of the gesture, he nuzzled her sweet smelling hairs, watching delightedly as lustrous curls

stretched and bounced from his plays.

"Sorry, sir, the bat-signal is on."

"Go"she said a light nudge.

For the first time he resented the mission.

A light kiss on his lips."Go. I will be here when you return."

And also for the first time he was anxious to shorten his outing to the minimum indispensable.

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