A/N: This story includes DC comics characters, as I'm sure you know.

Chapter 1

" Bruce, I'm glad you made it" Jim said whilst pouring himself a glass of whisky.

Bruce turned to face Gordan and looked him straight in the eyes and said. " I've always considered you to be a friend Jim, and as a friend I am very happy for you"

" You have helped this city through it's darkest times, this is Gotham finally repaying you for all the good you've done "

Gordan was surprised by the note of sincerity in Bruce's voice. " I wasn't very fond of the idea of retiring, but after all that's happened over the past 20 years.

I just don't think I'm can keep doing what I do " Jim said in a grounded and serious tone. " Hey Bruce, if you don't mind me asking, how do you keep doing what you do ?"