Chapter Two
"Big night master bruce " It was not a question just an observation . Alfred had long stopped to worry when Bruce showed up with the usual cuts and scratches . If Bruce needed help, he would ask for it .
"Well petty stuff . A couple of drug heists and a fire , which i suspect was deliberate . And oh Bane and Croc are working together , under a common boss "
"How delightful, master Bruce . They will make what is generally observed as a cute couple "
"Oh very cute . I say Alfred, Im rather tired , so why dont you find something out about Sarah Cable ? Wake me up when you find something specific "
"And what about your ball , sir . Should I cancel it ?"
"Ball , Alfred ?"
"Yes sir . The mayors annual fundraiser ball ."
"Oh god." Bruce groaned . The one party where he wished he was a heavy drinker , so he had something other than the boredom to stupify him . All of Gothams elite would be there and every single woman would be coming to him with a "Oh ! Bruce . How WONDERful to see you !!" Even the customary blonde in his arm did little to fend them off . "Couldnt you cancel it ??"
"Well sir you ARE one of the guests of honour "
"Alfred , I am one of the guests of honour every year . Do I have to go each year?? "
"You are also one of the richest men in Gotham each year . Plus you didnt attend the party the year before last ."
"You know very well Batman was the guest of honour that year "
Alfred smiled as he saw Bruce leave, sullen expression on his face . He knew as well as Alfred that Bruce would go . He laid down the dust cloth and sat down in front of the terminal . Sarah Cable . He once knew a John Cable a long time ago . He wondered if she was any relation .