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Disclaimer- I do not the Joker or the Riddler/Edward Nashton, but I do own my OC Emily Noakes.
People stared. Their eyes watched my every move it seemed. They new who I was now. My parents' death had been broadcasted last night and apparently all this morning.
Someone was starting up murders in the city. The cops claimed they didn't know who, but I remembered the recognition in Lieutenant Gordon's eyes when he saw the Joker card.
Something was up, and I wanted to find out what. It could lead me to the murder of my parents, I could find out who this thug was and put them in jail.
I had called up my other best friend, Maria, earlier to have coffee. Now I'm walking down the streets of Gotham City to a small café Edward, Maria and I used to go to.
When I step through the door of the café the smell of coffee and pastries hit me. I search the place but then hear my name being called.
"Emily!"
My head turned to the right and there was Maria sitting at a small table for two next to the window.
After making my way over to her she pulls me into one of her big hugs. She doesn't say anything but I know she's upset about my parents.
We sit down in silence.
"How are you, Emily?"
I sigh, "As good as I can be."
Maria stares at me with big brown eyes. Dark brown hair, determined face, and same girly-ish style; a frilly blouse, jeans, and black boots.
"I'm okay, Maria. Really", I said with a sad smile.
"You know I'm here for you anytime Emily. Don't push anyone out, please."
"I won't", I say smiling a bit.
"Good!", she said patting my hand. "Now, would you like some coffee?"
I nod my head and wait for her to come back. While waiting I check the newspaper stand. No newspapers.
I'll have to try again tomorrow.
After coffee with Maria I took a walk around the city. I needed fresh air and time to think.
I thought back to what Gordon said about me finding somewhere to stay. He had said preferably out of Gotham, but I don't want to go away, not now. Staying with Edward would be fine.
But why had he said out of Gotham? He had said I could stay under police too. This murderer must be pretty dangerous. Why else would he want me to move out of Gotham? And, the murderer must be in Gotham already. Lieutenant Gordon may know a little of what they're working with here. He obviously knows about the Joker card. I need to get the Joker card and take it back. It could help me on my search for the murderer.
I sat at a park for a little bit. Watching the kids play on the playground made me miss the good days. Where there was nothing to fear, nothing to worry about. They all looked so happy, so carefree.
Getting up from my seat on the bench, I started my way back to Edward's apartment.
The chilly winter air bit at me, making me zip up my black coat. I thought of how cold it was and how I wanted to get back to the warm apartment.
The apartment was empty but it was warm when I got back. I enjoyed the warmth and quietness. Soon after, I fell asleep on the couch.
Two Days Later:
I walk up the steps to Edward's apartment and open the door.
When I walk in Edward is at the table again. He looked stressed out for some reason.
"Edward? Are you okay?", I asked concerned.
"Where were you?", he asked suddenly.
"I was out."
"Doing what?"
"I went out on a walk, and I was looking for a newspaper again", I said a little annoyed. "Why are you asking me so many questions?"
"Emily your parents were just murdered!"
"Yes, thank you for pointing that out Edward", I said coldly.
"I don't think you should be walking around the city by yourself. That murderer could still be out there! He could be watching your every move!"
Turning around I sigh and hang up my coat.
"I think you should leave Gotham for a while, like Lieutenant Gordon said."
"What?", I asked incredulously.
"Just for a couple of years until this murderer or whoever it is is gone. They can forget about you and move on", Edward said.
"Couple of years? Edward, I don't want to leave. I'll be fine here!"
"Emily-"
"Or if you want I could live in a different apartment for a while and have the police protect me!"
"No, Emily, the police won't be enough! You don't know how the Joker is!", he said, his voice raising.
"Who?"
Edward looked away from me, then sighed.
"The Joker? Is that who this guy is? The murderer?"
"I wasn't going to tell you yet but yes, that's what he goes by."
He continues as I sit across the table from him,"The police found out who he was after a few banks have been robbed lately. I want you to get out of here before he starts making his attacks bigger."
"When were you going to tell me this?"
"I don't know, Emily."
"I think I deserve to know who the murderer of my parents are."
I get up from the table and make my way to the bedroom. Sitting on the bed I think and let the information sink in.
The Joker. So that's who this guy is. Funny name. He doesn't sound too dangerous or threatening.
Edward wanted me to leave for a while.
My phone buzzed. When I looked I saw that it was Maria. She said that she talked to Edward earlier and she agrees that I should leave for a while.
I sigh and lay down on my side. Maybe I will leave for a couple years. But I won't be gone for long.
I'll come back ready. Ready to face the murderer, and maybe make him pay for what he's done.
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