A/n: Hi guys! Here's the anticipated sequel to Both Worlds Collide. I hope you guys enjoy.
Summary: Tessa and Bruce's relationship is tested with the Joker on the loose. Bruce is still thinking about Rachel and what could've been while Tessa is worried that she'll loose Bruce and her sanity. Can these two survive these hard times?
Pairing: Bruce/OC
Disclaimer: I don't own Batman or The Dark Knight. I own Clea, Tessa, and George. Also may Heath Ledger rest in peace.
Chapter 1
"Still no word yet on what happened to the Joker and his whereabouts but witnesses over at Gotham Bank owned by the mob boss say that a bunch of men wearing clown masks one of them possibly being the joker, robbed the bank and then took off in a school bus. Police are asking citizens to be aware of their surroundings at this time and if you see anything contact the authorities immediately."
"And now we switch over to basketball," George said, switching the channels.
I rolled my eyes as I put my drinks on the tray. Looking around before I headed out of the bar, I checked to see if anything was suspicious but none to any avail.
It's been almost a year since Bruce and I have been dating. Clea was so excited that she called it the minute he first walked in here. George was a little hesitant but since he's looking out for me and wants me to be happy, he's supportive. I've been taking classes in college for about two months going for a medical assistant's degree. Though the press did have a field day at first when they heard, after a while, they did step back and respected my privacy luckily.
As for the whole Batman thing?
They don't know and I don't plan on telling them anytime soon. Not because I want to, but it's too risky and with everything happening since the joker came around, I couldn't take the chance.
"So when do you want to double date again?" George asked.
"I don't know I need to know Bruce's schedule and everything," I replied. "Does Clea know?"
"Nah, I haven't spoken to her about it," he replied.
Oh yeah and another thing. Clea and George started dating a few months ago. They are a cute couple I'll admit it. It only took them a good while for them to knock some sense into them because there was something there between them. They do look cute together as a couple.
"Well, all I'm saying is that it's been awhile since we double dated and whatever," he said.
"Yeah," I agreed.
I looked over my shoulder and saw that it started to get busy again.
"Just let me run it by Bruce and we'll figure something out," I said.
"Good to know," George said as I left the bar.
"Bruce?" I called out as I went into his penthouse.
I stay over there from time to time. I still have the apartment that wasn't too far from here. He's been staying at the penthouse ever since Wayne Manor burned down almost around the time Crane got sent away. It's currently under construction so he's been staying here for the time being.
"Living room," I heard him.
"Ah, Ms. Adams, nice to see you again," Alfred greeted me.
"You know you can always call me Tess you know," I said.
"My apologies, you know how old age gets," he said.
"I can imagine," I said.
"Bruce will be back shortly he had to run an errand of sort," Alfred told me.
"Does it have to do with the joker?" I asked.
He looked up at me in surprise.
"I've known for awhile what he's been up to and I get that but you don't think he's doing this just to prove anything do you? I mean, no one here really knows he's Batman and I can't possibly think how the media is going to have such a field day with this," I said.
"I wouldn't worry too much about Mr. Wayne. Yes, he does want to protect you and Gotham at the same time but I do think he might lead on more than he does," Alfred said.
"Why do I get the feeling that's not the case?"
It was only a little after seven that Bruce walked through the door. I was tying up half of my paper for one of my classes by the time we greeted each other in the living room.
"How was your day?" he asked, kissing me on the cheek.
"It was alright what about yours?" I asked.
"Same old and I just had to put one guy in his place today," he replied.
"How did you manage to do that?"
"When he tried to play hero, it didn't work out well. He's okay though I think he's a bit traumatized," Bruce said.
I smirked a little as I saved my paper; making a mental note to work on it tomorrow. I was off from school and work so I can have the day to work on it. As I was checking my email, I saw a picture of Harvey Dent standing next to Rachel Dawes at some benefit that was held a few days ago. I looked over at Bruce and I couldn't make out his expression which troubled me a bit.
"I didn't know they were together," he said.
"I guess they made it official," I said, closing my email. "You're not going to be obsessed over it, are you?"
"Why would I want to do that?"
"I don't know. Just worried I guess," I mumbled.
Rachel Dawes is a lawyer who is also Bruce's old childhood friend. They both lost in contact and he came back to town to see that the murderer who killed his parents when he was young was going to be set free. Long story short, they did kiss as they were older and reunited but it was short lived because he couldn't risk Rachel getting hurt or killed if something were to happen to her.
As to why he's acting weird seeing that photo of her and Harvey together, I just don't get it.
I don't want to be the jealous girlfriend or anything like that. I don't want nothing to happen that's going ruin our relationship. I've met Rachel before and she seems like a nice girl.
"You don't have anything to worry about," Bruce assured me.
"I hope so," I said. "So have you found out anything about the joker?"
"Nope. Only the fact that he's a psychotic person who's going to try and wreak havoc here," he said. "Not to mention word is going around that he might have the mafia involved somehow."
"But didn't Gordon and Dent cleaned up the mafia awhile back?"
"Yeah but anything can happen," he replied.
Oh how I've heard of that before.
"Before I forget, I do need to head over to china in a few days. Fox told me at the office that one of the business deals fell through and he left without a word," Bruce said.
"When will you be back?" I asked.
"No less than two days if all goes to plan," he replied. "Are you going to be okay here with what's going on?"
"I'll be fine Bruce. I got Clea and George here to keep me company and Alfred as well," I told him.
"I know but you know I can't help but worry," he said, draping his arm around my shoulders.
Oh you and I both.
I stayed with Bruce for a late dinner before heading home for the night. When I got in my apartment, Trixie looked up from the counter as she was eating off her plate.
"Hey girlie, did you miss me?" I said, scratching her head.
Trixie still lives with me. She sometimes goes out but never that often anymore. She did come back one time with another cat friend that she made and thankfully, I had her fixed when she was young.
She purred happily as I grabbed a water bottle out of the fridge. I kicked off my boots and tossed my tote bag containing my work stuff in the living room. I can worry about my laundry later on tomorrow. I changed into my pajamas and placed my laptop back on the coffee table after I was done.
I got comfortable on the couch and turned on the TV. Of course it had to be the news about the latest on the joker. I changed the channel to a reality show that I didn't bother to try and pay attention to it.
I looked out the window and sure enough, Spooky was sitting on the windowsill. He was a black cat who Trixie started to notice a few months back and once I gave him food, he never left. Well, he does after I give him his morning and night feeding. I never let him in my apartment considering the fact that I don't know whether he has shots or whatever.
Spooky is a friendly cat though that I can tell you.
After I fed him for the night, I got comfortable again.
I sighed in worry. I didn't know what Bruce would be doing when he's out of town and to be honest, I rather not know. I know it's silly to think that but I'm afraid he might do something illegal and not only would he be in jail, but his life as Batman would be over.
Trixie then climbed up on the couch and cuddled next to me. Sometimes I do wish I was a cat then I wouldn't have to worry about this crazy ass drama mess or whatever is that you call it.
With that said in mind, I picked up my laptop and booted it up to get back to work on my homework.
A/n: Tada! Here we are!
Since it's been such a long time since I've seen the Dark Knight, obviously things will be different in this story and I'm going to try my best to see where this goes.
I'm not too sure when my updates would be. They could be every week like my last story towards the end, or once a month I have no idea. With the way RL is going, we'll have to see what happens and I do have half of this story planned out so we'll see what happens.
Leave me some love! I thank you guys well in advance for your support and love in this story. Any tips will be greatly appreciated and I'll try to answer some questions you have (just no spoilers though we don't want anything to get ruined now do we ;-) )
Until next time,
Spike
