I've been feeling a bit off lately. It's strange, really. I've always prided myself on being able to read people like an open book, but there's something about Jason that throws me off. Maybe it's the way he looks at Rose, or maybe it's the way he tries to hide it when he thinks no one is watching. Either way, it's been making me avoid him more than usual.
I've been spending more time with Dick Grayson instead. He's always been easy to talk to, even if he can be a bit too optimistic for my taste. He's been listening to me ramble on about Jason and his feelings for Rose, offering advice that I pretend not to care about. But deep down, I appreciate his input.
Jason, on the other hand, seems oblivious to my avoidance. Or maybe he's just too wrapped up in his own emotions to notice. It's frustrating, really. I can usually handle any situation with ease, but this one has me feeling uneasy.
I know I should just confront him about it, but something holds me back. Maybe it's the fear of causing tension within our little group of vigilantes. Maybe it's the fear of rejection. Or maybe it's the fear of actually admitting to myself that I might care more than I let on.
But then again, caring is a weakness. And weakness is something I can't afford to have. So I'll keep my distance, keep my sarcasm sharp, and keep my feelings buried deep down where they belong. Because in the end, feelings only lead to pain and heartache.
So for now, I'll stick to the shadows of Gotham City, watching from afar as Jason pines for Rose. And maybe, just maybe, I'll find a way to deal with these odd feelings that seem to be creeping up on me. But until then, I'll keep my guard up and my emotions in check. Because in this world of heroes and villains, there's no room for vulnerability.