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I’ve been reading these fics of the Justice league being introduced to a young Jason/Robin. They are wonderful and cute. Him being all shy and shit, adorable.

But I don’t think they are accurate at all.

People from Gotham are wary of new people. People from Crime Alley hate them.

So I think it would be more like, Jason eyeing them, glaring and being rude. He introduced himself and is ready to be left alone. He watches them but doesn’t speak.

Many take great offense, Batman just says ‘he’s from Gotham, give him time.’

After a little bit, Jason speaks. Only when spoken to, short and to the point. He glares and isn’t friendly.

Only after six months or so does he start being nice, responding more. He’s not sweet or entirely kind, he’s sarcastic and keeping them at arms length for a reason. You can’t trust new people, only trust yourself. Batman tells them Jason likes them, they think he’s kidding.

One year later does Jason start to initiate conversations, ask questions, and put in some thought into his answers. Basically, you aren’t entirely untrustworthy so you can stay. But make no mistake, Jason is never unaware or unprepared.