The moment we arrive at Wayne Manor, there are reporters, cameras, blinding lights, and news teams. What did I get myself into? We pull up to the entrance and a valet comes up to us. Luckily my dad took the black Infiniti out. Can't show up at a cocktail party with an old, beat up, pick up truck. My dad happily gave the valet the keys and we got out of the car. Reporters swarmed us, asking us random questions about Richard and his father. I think I went blind because someone pulled me away and I couldn't tell who it was. My eyes soon adjusted to the lighting and I could tell I was inside. Inside the party room where Richard had his birthday party.

"You look beautiful."

I blink and turn to Richard. In a tuxedo. Oh, is it getting hot in here or what? Oh daddy! "Hello", I say timidly.

He moves us to me and takes my hand. "Sorry about the paparazzi. They should be leaving soon."

"It is fine", I say. Oh he looks really good. "You look most handsome."

He smiles. A white bright and sexy smile. "Thanks." He moves in closer. So a kiss is what he want? Why not?

I move in closer but I here a cough. I turn behind me to my family. "Ah."

"Hello Mr. and Mrs. Anders", greets Richard. He shakes my father's hand and gives my mother a nod. He turns to Ry and Kom. "Kom and Ry", he waves.

I can see Mr. Wayne coming up to us. "The Anders family", he says. "So nice of you to stop by." Gosh, is everyone in this family good looking? They're not even related by blood.

"Thanks for having us", says my father.

My mother jerks in with a giggle. "And thank you for presenting my pies. I hope you're enjoying them?"

Mr. Wayne smiles. "Ever since Dick bought the pie home that day, I've been craving it ever since. I had to present your pies to my associates. They'll be presented during desert a little later." Someone calls for Mr. Wayne. "Excuse me I have guests to tend to, please enjoy yourselves. There's a bar for drinks and appetizers." With that he leaves.

My mother and father go somewhere hand in hand. My brother and sister to the food. Which means...I have Richard all to myself. I turn to him...wait...where'd he go? I place my finger on my chin and look around. He was just standing next to me. I hear him laughing and I look behind me. Oh? He's standing with a group of older people, laughing and chatting. I could see Babs in the group as well. Should I go there? Hmm, maybe not a good idea. I sigh and look over at the bar to see Wally and two other boys standing with him. At least there's a familiar face.

"Look at the ass on that one", says one of the boys with brown hair. I looked over to where he was looking, Kom. Thats disgusting. Don't even want to think about that.

"Hey Wally", I say.

The three turn to me. "Damn", says the boy with brown hair. "She has a twin! Her legs are longer though, Roy I call this one!" He pats the redhead next to him.

"One, thats her older sister", says Wally answering for me. "And two, she's Dick's girl."

Their eyes bulge out of their heads and their mouthes are open. "You're Dick's girl?"

I nod and smile. "My name is Kori."

"I'm Xavier and this is Roy", the brown hair boy says.

"Damn", says Roy. "Grayson told us you're hot but damn, you're hot as fuc-

"Okay Roy", says Wally. "I think you're making her uncomfortable."

Roy shrugged. "Stating the facts dude."

Boys. "So you guys don't go to high school?"

"Nah", says Xavier. "I'm a freshman at Gotham University."

"And I'm a junior at Hamilton High School", says Roy.

I nod and look back at Richard who is talking to a different group this time. I sigh and take a seat on one of the stools at the bar. "Is he going to be talking to these people all night?", I ask.

Wally leaned against the counter. "He'll be done soon. If not then he'll find a way to escape." I pout. Wally laughs. "Want a drink?"

I nod. "Sure. Do they have shirley temples?"

"Dude!", exclaims Wally. "I'm not the only one who loves shirley temples! The guys always makes fun of me for it."

"That's because its a girl drink", says Xavier.

"Piss off", says Wally. He turns to the bartender. "Garçon, two shirley temples please." The 'Garçon' nods and turns around to make our drinks.

"So how come Jenny isn't with you?", I ask. "I haven't seen her in school for a while." A week come to think of it.

Wally shrugs. "I don't know."

I raise my eyebrows. "Aren't you two a couple?"

"Not anymore", he tells me. He takes his drink and I take my drink from the bartender. He takes a sip.

"Did you two break up?", I ask.

Wally places his drink down and turns to me. "I don't want to talk about it."

I shouldn't push. "Okay."

"Alright fine!", he says. "Since you begged me I wouldn't mind telling you."

I roll my eyes. "Go on."

"Jenny hasn't been in school because she was taken to juvi last week", he tells me.

I open my mouth in shock. "What?"

"She was caught stealing alcohol from a liquor store", he tells me. He looks down. "It wasn't the first time. You know, I tried to change her but she doesn't want my help. I told her that she either choses me or being a thief."

Aw. "I'm guessing she chose being a thief?", I ask.

He nods. He takes another sip. "I'm over her. Focusing on being single for a while. Maybe I'll troll for some girls every once in a while with Dick."

I scowl and he laughs. "Not funny."

"What are you doing with my girl?" I turn to see Richard standing behind me.

Wally wraps an arm around my waist. "We're just talking, now shoo."

Richard pulls Wally's hand away from my waist and growls. "Mine."

"Are you finished being a good host?", I ask.

Richard rolls his eyes. "Its so annoying."

I giggle. "You know, if you asked me to dance, then you wouldn't be chatting with these rich snobs."

Richard smirks. "Clever one you are. You just want me to dance with you."

"So?", I ask. I look behind him. "Oh look someone is calling for you."

Richard's eyes widen and he pulls me onto the dance floor. The songs are classical so he placed an arm around my waist, held my other hand, and I placed my arm around his neck. We started to move, naturally.

"So this is the rich scene?", I ask.

Richard blushes. "Its not all that great."

I look over to see my parents dancing as well as Kom and Xavier. Oh boy. Thats going to be a cute couple. I laugh and shake my head.

"Whats so funny?", asks Richard.

"I have met your friends Roy and Xavier. Xavier seems to have a liking for my sister", I point behind him.

Richard turns his head and glances at them. "Xavier that player."

"Hey did Wally tell you about Jenny?", I ask.

Richard nods. "Yea."

"Good, I think he needs a pal", I tell him. "You should probably talk to him and make sure he's okay."

Richard smiles. "See thats what I love about you. You always make sure everyone is happy and taken care of."

I smile and shrug. "I don't like seeing people sad."

"God, I really want to kiss you right now", he tells me. Do it, baby.

I frown. "So why don't you?"

"Kor, you already-

"I told my parents and their perfectly fine with it. How come its so hard for you to tell your father about us?", I ask him. Really, its getting frustrating.

"You wouldn't understand", he tells me.

"You're so clueless", I tell him. "I need some air." I unhook my arm from him and head out to the balcony.

Gosh, why does he have to be so frustrating? All he has to do is say Dad, Kori is my new girlfriend. I mean, what the worst the man is going to say? Its not like he'd forbid him from seeing me or anything. If my dad and brother are okay with it then his father should be okay as well.

"Kori?"

I turn to see Richard shutting the balcony door. "Are you okay?"

"Gosh, why do you have to be so frustrating?", I ask him. "All you have to do is tell your father that we are dating. It is not that hard." I turn from him and cross my arms.

He sighs and I feel him walk over to me. "Look ever since Bruce took me in, its been known that I'd take over the family business. The man has drilled it in his head that I will be the heir to Wayne Enterprises. He's drilled that I have to go to school, study, and get an education. Relationships doesn't even come into the category." He takes my arm and turns me around. "Bruce has given me so much. I need to show him my thanks. I need to give him something back. I'll tell him about us, but you have to wait until the right time. I know its frustrating, gorgeous, believe me I feel the frustrations, but you need to trust me."

"I do trust you", I tell him. I trust him.

"Then will you wait?", he asks. I sigh. He picks me up and sits me on the balcony. He kisses me on the lips. "Please?" Kiss. "For me?" Kiss.

I sigh and wrap my arms around his neck. "Okay. Now shut up and kiss me."

He smiles and dips in to kiss me. Make out session part two. It feels better the second time though. It feels really really really good. He's turning me on and I like it.

After we fixed our hair, we went back inside. My mother's pies were put on display and I looked at her joyous face. I got to chat with Babs a little more and I met her boyfriend Sam. It turns out that Babs and I have a lot in common. We even exchanged numbers so we can schedule a hang out day. I worried about nothing. Richard and I danced a few more times before my father told us it was time to leave. I had fun, a lot of fun. I actually don't mind the rich scene. Well, its only because I like dressing up.

I could tell Kom had fun. That night all she ever talked about was Xavier. Xavier this, Xavier that. She likes him. As much as she denies it, I know she likes him. She gave him our house number so I won't be surprised if he calls anytime soon.

I slept like a baby that night. I dreamt of Richard and I, dancing together on white clouds. As corny as it sounds, it was an amazing dream. Too bad not all dreams are amazing like that. It turns out the next morning, there was a surprise waiting for me on my kitchen table. And boy was it a big surprise. And boy, do I wish I was dreaming right now.

I look down at the paper. "Gotham's Prince and Princess Getting Cozy on the Balcony." I think I'm going to vomit.


Peace Out suckas! Going into Study mode in 3, 2, 1!