So what does this tell us about Damian? Well, we can start off with the obvious: the kid is considerate. He’s putting a lot of time, thought, and effort into making other people happy. The fact that this kind of thing occurs to him at all says a lot about who he is as a person, I think. I imagine the thought process was something like “Wait. What if I did ___? They would really like that. Yes!! Okay. Okay, I’m doing it.” *works for a dozen hours to make it happen*
Also– the indirectness. We all know that Damian has trouble expressing affection. This seems to be his way of getting around that, because if he’s not actually around when the gift is discovered, he doesn’t have to risk emotional outbursts of gratitude that he might not be comfortable with.
Basically (contrary to semi-popular opinion), Damian does have a heart. He does care deeply about other people. He does express affection. Just… in his own way.
And bearing all of the above in mind, I’m starting to imagine what other shenanigans he gets up to. Presents for everybody.
In conclusion:
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