CovenantGirlLoki's request for how Alfred sees his grandsons. (Hope you like it!)
Chapter 78: My Grandchildren
Alfred's POV
Richard is my eldest grandson. I've know the child since he was seven. At first, I was against Mater Bruce adopting him. But, I'm glad he did.
Richard destroyed the darkness inside of my son. I owe the boy everything for what he's done. I love Richard as if he was my own grandson.
He's always been the sweetest boy. I can remember him following Bruce around with that old stuffed elephant of his. I can remember him drawing me pictures of us together as a family. And there was that one year when he gave me a mug with "World's Greatest Grandpa" written on it. I can remember him helping me decorate the gingerbread house at Christmas… well, he still does that.
When I look at the lad, I see greatness, intelligence, passion, heart, courage, the ability to lead, bravery, skill, obedience, protectiveness, and love. I am so proud of the incredible young man he has grown into. I am forever thankful to the lad for bringing life back into the house. He saved Master Bruce as well as myself from darkness.
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And then Master Jason came into our lives. I love the boy, but his actions can make loving him difficult.
I can't even begin to describe the number of times I've washed his mouth out with soup. He has not learned to keep his tongue in check. And his manners are atrocious. The good Lord only knows the countless hours I've spent trying to teach him the difference between a salad fork and a dessert fork! And who could count the number of times I've washed his mouth out with soap for his foul language!
Yet, he tries so hard to prove himself to us. Although, he's already proven himself. But, he's so reckless and it scares me to death. What if something happens to my second eldest grandchild? What if I can't protect him?
The boy's already put on probation from the Justice League. I'm not sure if he can hold out, but I'll be there to protect him if they come for the boy. Because, when I look at my grandchild I do not see a cold and heartless killer. I see a strong, courageous, protective, and honorable young man that still has the ability to love.
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Then Master Timothy joined our family. He's probably my sweetest and smartest grandchild.
He was so skittish and silent at first. But, the young master has completely come out of his shell during these past four years. I am so proud of him.
He's the only one of my grandchildren that regularly accompanies me to church. At least I know that I finally got through to one of them. Yet, it seems that the lad is constantly under my care. He falls ill so easily. I'm so afraid that there might be a day where I can't save him. He is also very small for his age and that worries me.
When I look at the boy I see intelligence, obedience, honor, forgiveness, and love. I am so honored to be given the opportunity to watch him grow up. And I look forward to seeing the incredible young man he will become one day.
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Master Damian… is my youngest grandson. However, I must admit that it took the longest time for us to accept each other. But, I am here for him if he needs me.
He is the only biological child of my son. And I have to love him for that. He cannot help who his mother and biological grandfather are.
Yet, he seems to be the only grandchild that seems to get away with having so many animals! Wayne Manor is not a barnyard! But, the more animals I allow him to keep, the more love he shows towards me.
When I look at Master Damian, I see Master Bruce. I can see stubbornness, honor, anger, intelligence, compassion, bravery, and hidden love. I know that Master Damian will accept me, because I have already accepted him.
I'm now accepting questions for Damian in the interview chapter!