The vacation house has been in the family for generations and in small ways, the hand of Martha Wayne can still be felt. Portraits, decorations, pieces of furniture. Some of his parents' correspondence is still tucked away in the master bedroom closet. It's one of the many reasons why he doesn't come very often.

He's always working. Even on vacation when he's supposed to be relaxing. But Dick won't see him pocket his cell phone before he joins him.

'Dad'. It sounds both completely right and utterly wrong all at the same time. He can only remember a handful of times when Dick has addressed him as such. Maybe someday he'll get used to it. Bruce glances sidelong at him as he takes a seat and a flash of amusement crosses his face.

"Having a little hot chocolate with your marshmallows?"