Chapter 14 is here and also I hope everyone likes how this chapter will go. I want to thank again everyone for the support on the story and the reviews. I appreciate it guys and will like who will appear in the story. Will she be like from the Arkham games, well you'll find out soon.

Now, last time we saw Ahsoka and Ventress speak about assisting the Batman in the factory. We also found out the Jedi suspect an attack at the Senate building, but will they have enough security if the Joker attacks them? Will Batman stop him before he unleashes chaos? And what will happen when he meets Ventress's friend?

Check out the chapter to find out and let's go on with the disclaimer. I don't own anything from the DC or Star Wars universe just my OCs. Enjoy the third chapter everyone and I hope you like it. Also: Bold- means thoughts & Italic- will mean what an alien is saying in their native language. And now let's continue with the story.

Chapter XIV

Coruscant

Padme is in her office going over what she is going to say in the Senate. The meeting was originally going to be involving restricting giving more power to the Chancellor, but now the focus seems to be on the new topic that has been getting push. The topic involves the increase of crime in the systems of the Republic and the consideration of removing the Jedi from the war.

This all happened when the senators began hearing rumors of Black Mask hiring master assassins, who have been appearing in the city. They haven't heard why the assassins are here, but they are concerned whatever it is might involve the Senate. Hence the reason security has been upgraded around and inside the building. The Chancellor is hoping to do this to calm the senators and ease their minds.

Padme knew though that this meeting is important and might change how the war will go. It was the choice of the Council to send their own to assist in the war, because of the enemies the Clone army would not be able to handle on their own. However, time has changed and the criminals had begun to move up without the Jedi to stop them. Thus increasing crime and causing the people to lose trust in the Jedi.

She knew the Jedi have done some good during the war and have helped save lives wherever they go. However, with how long the war has been going and how much it has affected everyone, perhaps this might be for the best. So many have lost their lives and many of them so young. She was happy that nothing bad happened to Ahsoka, but she knew after what happened to Barriss and the Council that she couldn't stay.

Last time she saw her was after she was freed of the charges and they parted ways. She lets out a small sigh and wonders if her friend is okay wherever she is.

She lets out a small sigh and looks up at the ceiling. "I just hope you're safe and happy, wherever you are."

The door opens and in came C-3PO. "I'm sorry for interrupting you, senator. But I have a Mr. Wayne here who came to see you?"

Padme smiles when she hear who is here and decided to take a small break. "Bring him in."

C-3PO left the room and came back with Daniel who is wearing a business suit. "Hello there, Senator Amidala. How are you?"

"I'm fine. I hope you're doing well too, Mr. Wayne," Padme replied to how Daniel greeted her. "3PO, can you please go speak with Senator Organa to let him know I'll speak with him later?"

C-3PO nods as he leaves the room and allowing the two friends to speak with one another. "So, I heard the Senate are planning to have a meeting tonight. Involving the recent crime rate and the Jedi, right?"

Padme nods in response as she gets up from behind her desk. "I take it you plan to attend the meeting?"

Daniel shook his head in response. "No, but I hope it just goes well. I take it your Jedi friend will be here?"

Padme knew knowing Anakin he might actually try showing up to keep an eye out. "I'm sure he will, especially if the Council decides to send some of their own to assist with security."

Daniel did notice an increase in security and hopes it will be enough for whatever the Joker is planning. Still, a part of him feels it might not be enough.

"I'm glad to hear that, especially what I have been hearing."

"What have you been hearing?" she asked wondering what is going on.

Daniel walked over and sat on the chair in front of Padme's desk. "I heard something from a friend, who says there might be an attempt to attack the Senate building during the meeting. I was thinking that maybe it would be best if the senators rescheduled?"

Padme knew about what Daniel is talking about and replied. "We know about it, but the Chancellor feels it should go on to show we won't be intimidated by threats. A few of the senators I know though are not planning to attend."

"I see," Daniel lets out a small sigh before he asks his next question. "What about you?"

Padme looks down and then moves her head back against the couch with a small sigh. "I'm planning to stay for the meeting. The queen feels I shouldn't go, but I don't intent to leave. I know it's risky, especially with what I have been hearing has been going on these last three days. However, I want to speak my mind and see if it can help with the decision."

Daniel knew convincing her to not go to the meeting will not work, especially how stubborn she can be. He had hoped to convince her to stay at her place so that if the Joker attacks she can be safe. If he told her why, she still wouldn't budge. In fact, it made him snicker a little recalling the many times she has been stubborn whenever they get on a topic.

Padme noticed the snicker and stares at him confused. "What?"

Daniel turns towards her and replied. "Just remembering some of the times you and I would have those long debates that were about anything that we didn't agree on."

Padme recalls those debates and began snickering herself. They were harmless debates that the two would have and it was fun, especially how she would win each time.

"I remember your sister was a judge during one of our debates and how we made a bet. Where if I won then you would have to cook us some dinner."

Daniel remembers that and how it went. "I still think you were both working together just to get me to cook. In the end though, it turned out okay. Abigail went to sleep, we got to eat dinner together, and spend the rest of the night watching the stars."

Padme remembers that and how it was a memory she will always cherish. "Do you remember what you asked me the night we had that dinner?"

Daniel recalls what he said and sighed. "How ended things, do you think it was the right thing to do?"

Padme nods and decided to give him her answer. "I feel like we did, especially how important my duties were and how I wanted to help my people. What about you?"

Daniel recalled how the two were happy together and he felt like they were in love. During this time though he had planned to become the Batman so he can fight crime and keep the galaxy safe. In fact, he had planned to give it up so he can be with her, but then they broke up. They parted ways and it allowed him to don the mask.

"I guess a part of me wondered what happened that caused us to break up, especially how much I…" Daniel stopped himself knowing not to open that old wound and gets up from his seat to go near the window. "It doesn't matter though. We made our choices and we're both doing well, right?"

Padme had a feeling what he was going to say and walks over to him. "What were you about to say?"

Daniel turns towards her and shook his head in response. "It's nothing, don't worry about it," he replied placing his hand on her shoulder as the door opened. Standing there is Anakin, who looks surprised to see who is with his wife. "Master Skywalker, good to see you again."

Anakin's expression changed to a scowl look. "Mr. Wayne, what are you doing here?"

Padme noticed the look and tries to intervene. "Mr. Wayne was just helping me with what I'm going to say during the meeting, right?"

Daniel noticed what Padme was doing and went along with it. "Yes, of course. I hope I was able to help you out as much as possible."

"You did, thank you," she replied before turning towards Anakin. "Was there something you needed, Master Skywalker?"

Anakin kept his eye on Daniel, not trusting him and believing he was up to something. "I came to inform you that the Jedi will be in charge of security for the meeting tonight and the Clones will be going to each room for inspection."

"All right, thank you," she replied before turning back to Daniel. "Well, Mr. Wayne, I believe you should get going then."

Daniel turns towards Anakin noticing his expression and then turns towards Padme noticing her concerned look. He then figures there is something going on between Skywalker and Padme, but before he could think about it some more, his communicator turns on.

"I guess I should get going then. It was nice to see you again, Padme and good day to you Master Skywalker," said Daniel as he left the room and checks the message left on his communicator. After reading the message, he makes a call. "Alfred, get the suit ready. I'm heading outside."

Meanwhile, back in Padme's office, Anakin closed the door and approached his wife. "What was he doing here?"

"I told you, he was helping me with my speech, which reminds me," Padme goes to her desk and pulls out what she wrote. "I have to get everything ready. So, please excuse me."

As she goes to leave, Anakin tries to stop her when the door opened and Captain Rex came in. "Sir, we're here for the inspection."

Padme turns towards Anakin and gives him a small smile. "I'll leave you to your work then, Master Skywalker."

As she left, Anakin lets out a small sigh, while Rex turns towards the Jedi confused. "Um sir, is everything okay/"

"Yeah, everything is fine," Anakin replied lying knowing everything is not okay and wanted to know what was going on with his wife.

Naboo

Abigail is in the bat cave with Tatsu as they went over the blueprints for the Senate building. It didn't take her long to hack into the building and was able to get the blueprints. When her brother arrived he was able to leave several small devices so she can detect any signs of trouble in any area of the building. It also helps detect substances that are used to make explosive objects.

She had offered to give some to the Republic for security purposes, but the Chancellor had turned them down and only the Jedi took some for their temple. She also had hacked into the Jedi temple to get an idea of what is going on and to be ready if the Joker makes a move there too.

"It appears everything is set for tonight," said Tatsu as she turns towards Abigail. "Are you sure you do not wish for me to assist your brother and Ahsoka?"

Abigail shook her head in response. "They'll be okay. The only thing I'm concerned about is the amount of the antidotes we have been able to make to counter the Joker's toxin."

Tatsu understood Abigail's concerned and how they've only been able to make a few of the cure due to the ingredients needed to counteract the toxin. That's why they've been trying to find another way to administer the cure, without injecting it into the victims.

"We'll have to make it airborne. That way it will be spread much quicker and can get to everyone," Abigail checks the blueprints for the temple and finds the air systems. "We'll have to set it up here and then activate it if the toxin is release. The problem though we need someone to sneak in."

"Can't Ahsoka go in?" Tatsu asked figuring despite Ahsoka not being a Jedi anymore, she can still be allowed to visit her friends.

Abigail shook her head in response. "She told me she still doesn't feel comfortable going back. She will if something happens, but for now she can't."

"What if I go?" Tatsu suggested. "I may not be a Jedi, but you know the temple inside and out. So I can sneak in, plant the antidote, and then leave before they know I was there."

Abigail hates to admit it, but she might be the only one to do it. Ahsoka's friend is going to send her own friend to assist Daniel, but not till tonight. Daniel is busy speaking with Padme to get her out of the building before anything happens. And she can't go since she has to monitor what is going on.

"All right, get suited up and head to the temple," she replied as Tatsu gives her a bow and then heads to get ready as Alfred comes walking by after returning from the Republic. "Welcome back, how did the trip go?"

"It went well, though it was rather short thanks to that teleporter of yours" said Alfred as he goes to check the tools. "Ahsoka contacted us and she let us know her contact is sending her friend to see Daniel at the factory. Although, I'm a little concerned about him going in without backup."

Abigail knew what Alfred meant and was worried herself. "It's Daniel though, he can take care of himself. By the way, can you contact Mr. Fox and see if he can turn the antidote airborne?"

"Of course, but if I may wouldn't it be better to send this antidote to the Republic? So they have it instead of having our own sneak in?" Alfred asked not liking this plan.

"What chances do you think the Republic would actually use it or believe it's a fake?" Abigail replied as she turns towards Alfred who seems concerned. "Even if we left a tip and some information about it, there's no chance they would use it. Hell they wouldn't even accept all of the security tools we offered them unless it was a weapon."

Alfred knew Abigail was right, but it didn't make him feel less worried. "I just don't want to see your brother, your friends, or you get hurt. I understand why you two are doing this, but it doesn't mean you should risk your lives to do it."

Abigail understood what Alfred is saying and knew this wasn't the first time he talked to her about it. "Because if we don't, then who, Alfred? If we don't fight to protect the people then who? The Jedi? They have spent so much time in this war that they don't even notice how much crime has increased and the Chancellor cares more about power than the people."

She turns towards Alfred and walks up to him, placing her hand on his shoulder. "We're doing this to make sure the people stay safe, don't suffer, and so no child will be left an orphan like we did. We know this isn't the ideal life our parents would want us to take, but ask yourself this. Wouldn't you do the same if you were in our position?"

Alfred knew he couldn't try denying what Abigail is saying. They have been helping a lot of people, while the Republic and the Jedi focus on the war. They saved lives, freed slaves, and help reduce crime. He still worries for them, especially how their parents left him in their care, but he knew she was right.

"Well, it does put my mind at least to ease that you are not doing this alone. As long as you two keep your promise to me that you will watch out for one another."

Abigail nods in response as she goes back to working on the computer. "So, any luck with getting Padme out of the building?"

"I'm afraid Senator Amidala refused and wishes to stay. Even after finding out there is a threat to the Senate building, she doesn't want to leave," Alfred replied.

Abigail sighed figuring that was going to happen. "She's a stubborn one. Like Daniel, which is why I thought the two would be a perfect couple."

"So did I, but I suppose it wasn't meant to be," said Alfred as he sends a message to Lucius. "I just send Mr. Fox the message. Now all we have to do is wait."

Coruscant

Ahsoka left the underworld of the city and headed towards the Jedi temple. After her meeting with Ventress she headed over to keep an eye on it. Just to be sure the Joker or any of the assassins make a move. She stops when she arrives half-way towards the temple. She didn't go one step forward as memories of being betrayed by her best friend, the Council not believing her, and being kicked out of the Jedi Order came flooding back.

She could still remember everything of that day like it happened yesterday. When everything seemed to have been going well, until she went to that prison and where Letta was murdered. She blamed for her death and when she escaped from the prison, the Council became convinced that she was guilty. Without trying to find proof or even tried to find any proof of her innocence despite all she did.

Despite all the sacrifice she made for the Republic and the Jedi they didn't believe her. They kicked her out of the Order and then when she was free of the charges they wanted her to come back. She knew right there and then she couldn't stay. If they didn't trust her despite all the good she did then she wouldn't stay.

She opened her eyes realizing she has been getting lost in her thoughts. She takes a deep breath and exhales as she looks down at the steps that lead to the temple. The very same steps she came down from as she left her home and left her old life. Now she's back though and isn't sure what she'll do if the Joker makes his move.

"Credit for your thoughts?" Ahsoka turns around to see Ventress approaching her.

"What are you doing here?" Ahsoka asked surprised to see Ventress here. "I thought you were going to leave."

"I was, but my ship got damaged and I came to kill the time till it's fixed," Ventress lied as she sat down next to Ahsoka to see what she is seeing. "I'm surprise you actually decided to come back here. I would have thought with everything that happened you would be light-years away from here. Your friend must be very persuasive."

Ahsoka couldn't help but chuckle at that comment knowing Daniel can be persuasive when he needs to be. "What makes you think I'm going to help the Jedi?"

"Because despite how you feel about them, you still care for them," Ventress replied as she sees the confused expression on Ahsoka's face. "You know what I'm talking about. I can sense your anger towards them and how disappointed you were that they didn't believe you were innocent. Despite that though you still came back to save them from whatever the Joker is planning. And this friend of yours I'm guessing helped you get past your trust problem."

Ahsoka knew that was true. When she first met Daniel and Abigail she didn't trust them right away. Once she learned the truth about them and what happened to their parents she began opening up more. They began trusting her and she soon returned the trust, helping her get past her past.

"It's true, I was upset with the Jedi Order, but it doesn't matter," she replied as she gets her things ready. "I'm not going to sit by and see innocent people get hurt. I may not be a Jedi, but it doesn't mean it will stop me for doing what's right."

Ventress began laughing at Ahsoka's response figuring she would say something like that. "You're so predictable. I supposed the smart thing for me to do is leave you to helping protect your friends, but on the other hand fighting the Joker or his assassins might be more fun."

"You could die, you know that, right?" Ahsoka asked.

Ventress shrugs her shoulders. "Maybe, but then again that's the thrill of the fun, isn't it?"

Ahsoka couldn't help but smile in response. "Thank you."

Meanwhile

In another part of the city, lies the Royal Hotel. It was made years ago before the Clone Wars began and it's where many tourist go to when they come to visit. It's also where several senators who don't have a place to stay while visiting the Republic go to. Currently it's closed for reconstruction, but in one part of the building appears to be some light. It appears to be coming from one of the rooms, which was not possible since all rooms were locked.

But inside the room, there appeared to several decoration lights set up, along with many TV monitors around the room, a table in the middle of the room where there are briefcases set up, and the assassins that were hired to kill the Batman, at least those that weren't arrested.

Copperhead, who is on the wall looking on from afar. Garfield Lynns aka Firefly, already in his suit and with his flamethrower in his hands. Floyd Lawton aka Deadshot, who has his back against the wall, with his arms crossed, and watches the meeting from his spot. Shiva, she is seen sitting in a chair with two of her followers standing next to her.

Bane, who is seen sitting in a seat of his own, with his arms crossed, and the other assassins keeping their distance from him. They have all heard of his reputation and how he is considered one of the most dangerous assassins in the galaxy.

There were even stories how he was confronted by General Grievous, who was send to take Bane's serum that would help make anyone, powerful. However, Grievous returned to Dooku badly damaged after Bane broke him in half.

One of the other assassins was a punk kid named, Lester Buchinsky aka Electrocutioner. He tried to get hired by Black Mask before to join in on hunting the Batman, but was denied several times. However, despite being unable to kill the Batman at the Penguin's hideout, Black Mask invited him to the meeting. Saying he has a 'consolation' prize for him.

The door opened nearby and Black Mask came in with his men as the monitors begin to turn on. Some showing some bad drawings of a clown, the Batman symbol, and a graph that had its arrow pointing down.

"Ladies and gentlemen, friends, assassins, and newcomers," Black Mask said as he pats Electrocutioner on the shoulder before he continued. "Welcome to our first quarterly performance review."

"As you can see here. Batman deaths are coming are coming in far below projections," said Black Mask as a small laugh broke out, before he cleared his throat and held it back.

Electrocutioner meanwhile took out a mobile device and began playing a game on it. Black Mask approaches him, with his hand going back his head.

"We are really going to have to turn this around," he took off his mask and drops in on Electrocutioner's lap and destroying his game. "And by we I mean YOU."

The other assassins soon got a good look at their boss and realize he isn't the real Black Mask. It was the Joker they have heard so much about and the one many criminals have been talking about.

"Got that, Mr…" the Joker looks at the name he wrote down of Electrocutioner to know who he is. "Cutioner?"

Electrocutioner got up and tossed the mask to the floor. "Just who the hell-are you?"

"I'm the guy with the money," the Joker got up from the table and took out a blaster as he aims it at Electrocutioner, causing him to back off. "…And the gun."

He fires off a few shots, at the window and one on the floor causing him to laugh. "So, when I heard you wanted in to kill the Batman. I said 'no', but you still wanted a shot. Well, you had one and I heard you got your ass kicked," said the Joker as he laughs a little when he heard of what happened. "Still, you came here thinking I would hire you to kill the Batman, right?"

Electrocutioner nods slowly and nervously. "Y-yes, I can do it. He just got lucky, but I'll get him next time."

"Oh I'm afraid that's not going to happen. See, when I hire someone to kill the Batman, they shut the hell up and kill the Batman," said the Joker as he knocks Electrocutioner on his seat.

"B-but you said if I came I would get some sort of consolation prize?" Electrocutioner asked wondering if he'll still get some money for his efforts.

"Well, it depends. Do you have anything else to contribute?" the Joker asked getting no answer from him. "I didn't think so. Still, I am a man of my word. So, here's your consolation prize…" he pushes the chair back as it goes through the window and takes Electrocutioner with him.

The assassins is seen falling to the ground, screaming as he finally crashes through the glass ceiling and crashes on the chandelier before it hits the ground. The assassin's electrical suit shorts out as the former assassin now lies dead.

Back in the room the other assassins looked on not surprised that the Joker killed Electrocutioner, but not in such a brutal way. The Joker gets a piece of fruitcake his men brought him and eats a bit of it using his knife to get a piece.

"Mmmm! This fruitcake is fantastic," he turns towards the assassins and brings down his knife on the table. "Anyone want a piece?"

The other assassins all shook their heads in response as the Joker continues with the meeting. "Good, now then. On to some serious business. I am planning something big tonight and I'm going to need some assistance to make this night one that the galaxy will never forget."

The Joker turns towards Copperhead who continues keeping her distance. "Copperhead, I'm going to need you to keep an eye on my factory until my men finish sending out my surprise. If you see anyone sneaking in, well you know what to do. It's what I'm paying you to do after all."

Copperhead nods in response before she begins making her way to the shadows and disappeared. The Joker then turns towards Firefly and Deadshot.

"As for you two. I'm going to need you both to take out the Republic's forces down here. That way in case a little birdie tries warning them, there won't be an army to come in to ruin my fun," said the Joker as the two assassins both nod in response. He then turns towards Shiva. "As for you, pretty lady. I want you to go find the Batman and let him know the game is about to begin."

Shiva nods as she turns towards her followers and the two begin to leave the room. The Joker lets out a small laugh, before he turned to the remaining assassins.

"Alright. Meeting's adjourned. If you all find the Batman, well then kill the Bat," said the Joker as the assassins all began to leave, all except for Bane. "As for you, big boy. I have something else planned. Are you interested in it?"

"No, I came here to kill the Batman. Not play your childish games," said Bane as he got up from his seat and began to leave.

"You do that and you'll miss the Batman," said the Joker causing Bane to stop. "He knows about me and if he does then he'll come to try to stop me. So, if he knows what I got in store for this little planet, then he'll try to stop me."

Bane turns towards the Joker for a moment, before he begins approaching him. "Very well. I will stay, so that I can kill him," he stands before the Joker and pushes him to his seat. "But if he does not, then I will kill you, clown."

The Joker begins to grin and soon laughs a little knowing he has what he needs. "Oh don't worry, he'll come and when he does the fun will begin. This is going to be interesting."

The Joker spins around in his seat as he begins to laugh as it echoes the room and it spreads outside of the building as the sun begins to set.

That's the end of the chapter and yep I ended it much differently than how I did before. With this scene from the game being different. I hope everyone liked it and liked how this chapter went. Thanks again guys for the reviews and the support of my stories.

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