Chapter 3: Dinner With The Bat Family

The Frozen Gang were all hanging out by the fjord and enjoying the beautiful view while drinking some of Anna's homemade lemonade. "I gotta say, Anna. You make some awesome lemonade!", Olaf said. "Thanks, but I guess you can really thank Gerda for that because she tends to the lemons and all the other fruits and veggies in the garden.", Anna said. "True and the garden has really bloomed this year, probably because of all the rain we've gotten.", Elsa said. "Say, Elsa. Where's Jacob at?", Sven asked. "I'm not sure. He said he would meet us out here, but that was a while ago.", she said. Kristoff looked behind and saw Jacob coming up the hill. "Speak of the devil. Here he is.", Kristoff said. "Hey, guys. Sorry I'm late. I just got a call from Wayne. He invited us all to a little dinner he's having at the manor tonight at 7. Just wanted to make sure that you were interested.", Jacob said. They all looked at each other until Elsa said, "Um...sure. I mean we've got nothing going on tonight. Who's all gonna be there?". "Uh, Bruce, Alfred, Lucius Fox, and all of his sidekicks.", he said. "Sounds like fun. Looks like that's coming up soon. We should probably start getting ready.", Olaf said. "Yep. Let's get to it.", Anna said. They then went back to the castle to get prepared for dinner with the Bat Family. Later on at night at Wayne Manor, Bruce Wayne, Alfred Pennyworth, Lucius Fox, Barbara Gordon, Dick Grayson, Tim Drake, and Damian Wayne were all in the main dining room catching up on how they've all been doing. Bruce wanted to have this since it's been a long time since all of the people who have aided him in his crusade on crime were all in the same room and he wanted this to be a big thank you to all of them and for being his family after he lost his parents. They were still waiting for Jacob and the Frozen Cast to get there. Bruce didn't want this to be too big a meal. Just basically steak, mashed potatoes, and corn. And he knew how much Anna and Elsa loved chocolate, so he had Alfred whip up a molten chocolate lava cake for dessert. "so, Dad. When are these other guests supposed to be here?", Damian asked his father. "They should be here soon, son.", Bruce answered. "It'll be nice to see them again. I haven't seen them since last Halloween after that whole debacle with Scarecrow.", Nightwing said. "I don't think neither me or Damian have met them yet. I'm especially anxious to meet your newest protégé, Bruce. Also, the lady with the ice powers.", Tim said. "I heard they also have a talking reindeer and snowman with them. That would be probably freaky to see.", Damian said. Alfred then came in with their friends right behind him. "They're here, Master Bruce.", Alfred said. "Thanks, Alfred.", Bruce said as he went over to greet them. "Good to see you guys. Glad you could make it.", he said as he shook Jacob's hand. "Thanks for inviting us.", Jacob said. "No problem. You're welcome here anytime.", Bruce said as he lead them into the room. "You remember Lucius Fox?", Bruce asked them. "Of course. Lovely to see you again, Mr. Fox.", Elsa said. "You as well, Queen Elsa. I must say it's nice for Mr. Wayne to have your kind of specialty when you go out with him on his missions so that will keep me from having to make more gadgets for him.", Lucius joked. "I already have freeze grenades that I got from Victor, for your information, Lucius.", Bruce replied back. "Yeah, I also wanted to say that I was really sorry to hear about what happened to Nora Fries.", Jacob said to Bruce. "Me too. But at least in a way Victor is finally at rest and that they parted on good terms.", Bruce said. "Do you know where Mr. Freeze is now?", Elsa asked. "Not sure. He did thank me for everything I did to help the both of them through the years. Although, he did say he hopes to find some way to reverse his condition so that he can breathe in normal temperatures again. But I'm not sure where he went to. I have a feeling I'll see him again soon.", Bruce answered. "Well, it's nice to see you again.", Dick said as he shook their hands. "You too, Dick. How's Bludhaven?", Jacob asked. "Cold and always smells like fish. Nothing new.", Dick said. They then looked over at Barbara in her wheel chair. "And how about you, Barbara?", Elsa asked. "Alright. It's nice that my dad has been asking me for help in some of his cases. Mainly because of my tech skills.", Barbara said. How's Arendelle?", she asked. "Good. Everybody seems pretty happy and enjoying the Spring weather.", Elsa answered. "I don't think you've met these two handsome young men right here.", Barbara said as she was introducing Tim and Damian to them. "Come on, Barb.", Tim said blushing. "Nice to finally meet Bruce's newest helpers. I'm Tim Drake. I was the third Robin, but now I go by the Red Robin.", Tim said as he shook Jacob's hand. "Good to meet you, Tim. I'm Jacob and these are my plus fives.", Jacob said. "And I'm Damian Wayne. Bruce's son and the current Robin.", Damian said as he shook their hands. "Good to meet you too, Damian. Your dad's a hell of a guy and a great mentor.", Jacob said. "Yeah, he sure is.", Damian said. "But weren't there a total of 4 Robins? I only count 3.", Anna asked. "Yeah, where's the other one? Jason? The Red Hood?", Jacob asked. "I invited him. But he just didn't show up. Kinda not surprised. Ever since he was brought back to life by the Lazarus Pit, he's a completely different person than the Jason I used to know. Never mind him though. Let's eat.", Bruce said as they all sat down at the table. In the middle of the meal, Tim asked Jacob, "So, Jacob, have you given any thought of forming your own alias?". Jacob then replied by saying, "Uh, I've thought about it, but I'm just not sure what yet. I'll have to come up with an idea soon.". "You don't have to. Was just throwing the idea put there.", Tim said. "No, I would like to. I just have to put more thought into it.", Jacob said. "That sounds cool. Looking forward to what you come up with.", Barbara said. "Well, whether or not you come up with a superhero identity, you'll still always have a place with us.", Bruce said. Jacob was really touched upon hearing that. His idol had finally accepted him and his friends as one with the Bat Family. "I'd like to take this opportunity for a toast.", Bruce said as he raised his champagne glass as did the others. "Ever since my parents were killed, I've devoted my life to fighting against injustice, but I've always felt alone doing it. But that all changed when I met all of you. I couldn't have been where I am today without all of your support. Thank you all for that.", Bruce said. Jacob then said, "No problem. To friends.". "Yes, and to family.", Bruce said as he started the toast. "To family.", the rest said in unison who continued the toast. After they all had their champagne, Elsa said, "And believe me, I know how you feel, Bruce. I spent most of my life locked in my room because I was scared of hurting people and having trouble controlling my powers. And I too was alone, but that changed when I got a hold of them and reunited with Anna and met all of you. So, that's something we have in common.". "Yeah, except the powers part.", Bruce joked. After they were done with supper, Alfred brought out dessert which Anna and Elsa devoured quickly. They were then saying their goodbyes after that. "Sorry if we went a little crazy on the cake. We just love chocolate.", Anna said. "No problem.", Bruce said. "I pretty much knew it would be gone in like 15 minutes as soon as Alfred brought that cake in.", Kristoff said. "Well, thanks again for coming. I'll see you soon.", Bruce said as he shook their hands. "Thanks again for the invite. And yeah, let me know when you want to meet again.", Jacob said. They all said goodnight to each other and the 6 friends left the manor and went back to Arendelle.