[ It might seem odd to Jason that Dick breathes a sad laugh at that, palming his own face as he mutters, god, okay. When he looks at him again it's with an apology in blue eyes. ]

I was an asshole to Jason, here. I hated that Bruce replaced me so fast with what I saw as a cocky little brat, and I actively pushed him out of the Titans. It was because of me that he was alienated. It was my fault when he went away because ... because I can understand what it's like, not being able to tell Bruce things. I get that.

[ The guilt will never die, weighing down his shoulders where he slumps. ]

I never wanted to be someone he could reach out to, so I made it a reality. I had no right to do that ... I should have always been an option for him to talk to.

[ His gaze becomes more present, locking onto Jason before him. Robin, not Red Hood, and that other Grayson is going to make him feel all alone too. Fuck. ]

I'm sorry that I screw us up in every reality, Jay. I'm so sorry.