"Darn Him!"

I mutter to myself as I lay on my bed with the peachy emotions that I have been keeping in since last week. It's been almost a month since I saw him, it feels like he's abandoned us or something…

Abandoned me.

Well we did have a bit of a scuffle the last time we met. It had something to do with being too careless in the battlefield and how it ultimately affects the entire plan.

Like I get it, he is the type to wait and think before doing anything but there's nothing wrong with facing the threat head on. He just didn't trust me to enough make my own decisions and felt the need to supervise me

ALL THE TIME!

I mean, it's not like I hate it or anything. I see of it as looking out for me, but sometimes he just goes overboard with the whole thing

I did say some harsh things towards him in the last time we met but looking back, I probably shouldn't have said those words to the man himself. I remember burying my face hard into my pillows later that evening with my subconscious aching me to apologize to him head on, but my stubbornness got the best of me.

And despite of my longingness towards the man, I thoroughly believe that he should be the one to reach out and apologize, not me.

My pride is as dense as that person's circle of trust and that's saying something. Alfred is probably the only person that can pierce through that thick barrier of caution that he has.

But thick as it is, him opening up to me is one of the things that I've been praying for to Hera herself. Hera knows how many times I tried to make him open up to me just to be pushed away even more further

My thoughts are all just about him lately

I can't go on being like this anymore. I need to live my life without a hint of The Dark Knight himself invading my mind

And so I went out of my quarters and headed to the cafeteria to make some Iced Mocha which really helps my mind to relax. I waited there for a moment when suddenly a woman's voice came up from behind me

"How's the Blender Diana?"

I turned around to see Mari in her casual fit dress shirt and pajama pants. She had a wild bed head going on which I don't think she noticed. She probably just woke up.

"It's still working I guess" I replied casually

She responded with a yawn with her hands rubbing her eyes.

"Tough night?" I asked

"Yeah, It was a very tough night indeed. 10 hours of tree planting ought to make anyone tired as well" she replied

"Tree Planting? I didn't know you were into that Mari" I jokingly uttered

She stood beside me as she took a mug from the cupboard

"It was for a charity event that John and I had planned. He's been very passionate about nature these past days" Mari added

"That's nice Mari.." I responded

I took the blender and poured the newly blended mocha into my cup and added the ice cubes from the small plate.

"I can't wait for the next 3 months" Mari said in a very dreamy manner, she was rubbing a diamond ring that was on her left ring finger

"Congratulations Make sure to invite me Mari" I responded cheerfully

"Definitely, Everyone in the league is invited!" She stated

I feel happy for my dear friend but at the same time envious

"So how's the preparation going?" I asked curiously

Mari opened a pack of caffeinated coffee and poured the powder into her mug. She poured hot water afterwards

"Its going smoothly Diana, At first I was worried about the cost and the financial needs but it seems like John has a very generous sponsor" Mari responded delightfully

Hearing her words made me remember a certain someone. The longingness that I felt for him is coming back to me like a boomerang to haunt me again

"Is that soo.." I responded flatly

"John thinks he's slick but I know for a fact its Batman who's gonna fund our wedding. He's actually a generous guy behind that cold façade of his." Mari added "By the way, Batman hasn't been coming to the watchtower lately, have you heard about him at all Diana? I mean you both are pretty tight"

"I don't know Mari, I don't know anymore…" I responded"

"Diana, is everything okay?" Mari asked in a concerned manner

I noticed her worried expression as she asked me. The last thing that I want is to agitate my friends about my situation

"Oh I'm doing fine, Mari" I responded with a nervous smile

Mari looked at me suspiciously as she let out a sigh of exasperation

"This is about Batman, isn't it?" Mari retorted "Its written all over your face girl"

"Am I really that transparent?" I asked

Mari shrugs it all off as she taps me in my shoulder

"Have you tried reaching out to him?" she asked

"Hmph, why should I?" I sassed

"It's not like we're together or anything" I added "If anything, he should be the one to reach out. I am still cheeky about our last argument"

"Still as stubborn as ever Diana" Mari responded "Follow your heart Diana, before it's too late"

Mari then walked away holding her mug with the coffee after uttering those words. What does she mean by "too late". I don't understand.

Oh well..

I gathered up my thoughts and decided to go to the training room to let out some steam. Reaching my destination, I wasted no time and went to the punching bags area to distract myself from ever thinking of him. If he would've been here, he would've scolded me already for not "stretching" before any physical activity.

Very bossy yes but I know deep inside that it's just his way of showing concern for me.

Why am I even still thinking about him? I came here to distract my mind not to wander even more nonchalantly in my imagination.

I made work with the punching bag making it even more creased than before.

I strike the punching bag with my aching fists, doing a perfect 1-2 combination with the addition of an elbow jab. I gave it a swift blow under as I performed a hold that resulted of me pinning down the punching bag that I have been abusing since earlier.

This was the Punching Bag that he had always used whenever he was working out or when he had free time. I can't help but smile as I remember the time when we used to spar here whenever he had free time. He would always provoke me in some way to get in my nerves but testing an Amazon is the last thing he should've done to gain an advantage.

I remember when he taught me the 1-2 combination and how I sucked at it the first time. I spent almost 3 hours perfecting it with him guiding over me, correcting every mistake that I do. The whole time he stood by me while I worked my butt off to master the combination. He mentioned something about "fundamentals" which was dancing around at the back of my head for some time.

What's a fundamental?

I didn't even have the chance to ask him as he immediately corrected my form yet again as I made a lousy swing which unfortunately didn't impress him

I admit at first I thought it was pointless.

Since first of all, I am a Meta and second..

I am Wonder Woman.

I was raised for battle since I was born and I always had warrior instincts in me. Blessed with strength, grace, intelligence and beauty, I saw myself as a formidable member that didn't need no such thing as "fundamentals"

But despite my feeble demands, he stood strong to his belief that each and every one of us has a weakness and our opponents might exploit them one day. One should always be unpredictable when it comes to facing off foes especially with an intelligent genius like Luthor among them

It ended up being quite useful indeed in that one time when Cheetah and me dueled in gorilla city. It turns out they had studied my fighting patterns and Cheetah had rehearsed it all along. I felt defeated seeing how much advantage she had over me when I remember the move that the Dark Knight had taught me.

Cheetah charged at me with full speed as I anticipated for a vulnerable spot which is her waist. Cheetah tend to move a lot whenever she's about to strike but her waist is always open for any reversals whenever that happens. I stood back and waited as I watched her fiery expression grow even more intense.

She mauled at me with full power as I evaded her claws grabbing her waist from the side, and threw her off a building which ultimately stunned her, I felt great knowing my move worked against someone who had reference to my fighting patterns and had probably rehearsed it all just to be defeated by a new move.

.

She opened her eyes just to hiss at me while struggling off my hold. I finished cheetah off with a big strike to her jaw, knocking her out finally.

I stood up to see Batman who was watching the entire time from a distance. He gave me a look of satisfaction which made me very happy inside. It felt as if I've done something fulfilling. He gave me a nod of respect as he went on his way to check out for casualties after Doomsday's rampage across the city leaving me just staring at him running gracefully. I just stood there with a very proud look on my face….

He was right all along, we should never be too confident of ourselves for who knows what might come the next day. We should always be unpredictable in the face of trouble.

And after then, we were acknowledged by the entire world for defending the world yet again. We were all showered with praises from everyone across the globe as we stood strong against the forces of evil.

He should've been there with us when we received the honorary award given by the President of the United States himself. It was all because of his plan that we were able to neutralize Doomsday and prevent further casualties.

I know he prefers to work behind the curtains but still…. A little recognition or even a mention would be enough for all of his efforts in the league.

Hera, I miss him so…

I had always seen the good in him ever since he caught my eye, and I have to admit..

He always had been the apple of my ey…..

Wait, what am I even thinking about?

Hera, I came here to distract myself of the The Dark Knight, only to be even more mesmerized over him even more

I came back to my senses as I stood to my knees resuming my workout session with my Bat-punching bag.

This is pointless, I really can't get him off my mind. It had been like this for the past few days now and I'm really starting to miss him even more.

If only he would call me right now…

Oh how I longed for his deep baritone voice,

When suddenly my communicator received some kind of a transmission

"Superman to Wonder Woman"

Oh…. Its Kal.

I was expecting someone else but I'm also happy to hear from my friend

"Yes Superman?"

"You're needed at the Monitor Womb" he replied

Monitor Womb? But isn't today Batman's….

Batman!

I found myself dashing towards the monitor womb with my heart racing as fast as my legs took me, disregarding everyone I pass by with only one person in my mind

I reached the destination as I immediately fixed my hair and my eyebrows. I have to look presentable to him.

I walked inside with a full smile on my face

"It's nice to see you again!" I yelled

"Bat…."

The chair turns only to reveal a scarlet speedster with his mouth stuffed of nachos

"Hi Wondy" Flash greeted

Oh, it wasn't who I was expecting at all.

"Hi Flash, where is he?" I asked while nodding my head from left to right, looking for someone

"He? Well I'm here so you found "him"" Flash replied jokingly

He let out a slight chuckle which I didn't really appreciate. I was too excited finally meeting the man again after so long just to be met with a scarlet jester who jokes around too much

"Very Funny Flash, now where is he?" I asked sternly

Flash looked at me with a very confused look. He scratched his head of uncertainty

"Ummm, who are you referring to?" He immediately replied

I rolled my eyes as I looked at the monitor just to see a videogame paused.

Wait, Batman doesn't play videogames…

Wha..What's going on?

"Batman, the man who was supposed to be scheduled today for monitor duties. Where is he?" I asked

Flash's confused expression grew more visible now as he stood up from his chair.

"Diana, who's Batman?" he asked with a very serious expression

I was about to give him a swift blow to the stomach…

"Okay okay!" Flash uttered in excitement "He dropped by earlier to give some few updates in the monitor womb and the security breaches. After that he immediately left. Anyways now that you're here, can you take over my shift…"

"He dropped by earlier?" I ultimately asked in anger "And you didn't feel the need to tell me of all people?"

"I mean he did tell me he'd let me play NBA 2k20 if I didn't tell anyone he was heeeee…." Flash muttered "Oh crap."

I gave him a full glare as I cracked my knuckles in hopes of smacking the truth off the scarlet speedster who had accidentally spilled some of the beans.

"Wally, what's going on?" I asked "I demand to know!"

"Yeahhhh, there was something I had to do back at Star city so seeya Wondy" He stated as he dashed away like a train charging at a busy expressway.

Hera, something fishy is definitely going on here. I had doubts these past days about his bizarre behavior lately but now I'm fully sure about it.

He's definitely avoiding me and I want to know why.

Now my patience has ran out and I am certainly gonna get to the end of this even If I have to smack a few senses into that thick skull of his.

With no hesitation, I rushed to the teleporter with only one location lingering in my mind.

Gotham City.

I found myself waltzing in the Gotham City Park for quite a while now. I was supposed to head on Wayne Manor and confront the man for his absence these past days but I decided to take a detour to relax my mind. I didn't have the time to change into something else, so it is gonna be hard for me to conceal my identity but thankfully, I see only limited people here for now.

Humming to myself, I looked around for any wonderful sights to see. I didn't really have the time to go out for quite a while now mostly due to the packed missions. But now here I am enjoying myself on the park which happened to be in Gotham..

His city..

Bruce's city..

I slapped myself to snap out of spacing out In the middle of my soul searching. Thoughts of him have been bombarding my mind lately and I want to free myself from his compact effect over me.

I gazed at the wonderful statue that stood on the center point of the park, the ice cream stand and the lake with big swans floating which I think serves as some kind of a vehicle or a float with the beautiful garden behind it which would be a great tourist spot for couples,

I can't help but mesmerize while watching a couple that was in a boat ride just enjoying themselves. They were holding onto each other with the lady leaning on the man's shoulder. Suddenly I imagined a certain someone and myself in the same situation in this wonderful place with romance in the air as we float along with the intimate mood hovering in the air.

It is getting dark and I didn't even notice the state I am currently in as I found myself leaning on my palms with a goofy smile on my face.

Seriously Diana? This is the 2nd time today, 16th this week

Why can't I just get him off my head?

I've been daydreaming about him these past weeks and it seemed like there's nothing that I can do to get him off my mind.

His effect on me is too inviolable that not even a strong Amazon warrior like me can handle.

I can't take it anymore.

I needed to see him

Now!

Without any hesitance whatsoever, I flew over the park towards a place that I set my mind upon. I can hear people cheer for my name as I passed by them

"Look, its Wonder Woman!"

"Wonder Woman! I'm such a big fan"

"What is she doing in Gotham?"

I didn't pay no mind to them at the moment. I'm too occupied about something or a certain someone that I just need to see and talk and I am not taking no for an answer. If I'll have to beat some sense into that thick skull of his just for him to open up to me, then I'll gladly do so.

I could feel the cold wind brushing through my face as I went on with my way. For some reason it is making me anxious. Should I even be here at all?

I immediately disregarded the thoughts that were piling up on the back of my head as I carried on towards my destination

I finally arrived to my destination as I found myself ringing the doorbell. Anticipating, I rubbed my palms together while walking back and forth and back again like a toy train in a circular rail. I noticed that there are lots of people in the vicinity of the manor itself.

It seemed like a party was currently happening

The urgency was brewing from deep inside me that I didn't even have the chance to change into a more casual outfit. I let myself in and flew pass the gates towards the garden where the people are gathering

I didn't care anymore. I can't help my vehemence overflowing any longer. I needed to make my emotions reach him whatsoever

All those sleepless nights that I've thought about him and how he's doing, what he's eating, is he doing well, who he's with?

Who he's with…

Oh.

A thought came to me as I mutter those heart-wrenching words.

I hid behind the bushes as I took another look of the manor as I spotted Batman himself without the bat armor. He was wearing a nice tailored suit with a nicely folded blue handkerchief in his suit pocket.

I finally saw him after all those days of thinking about him. I felt the warmth brew inside of me as I was about to approach him when I notice something..

He was talking to someone, A lady with fair hair in a nice red dress holding what seems like a glass in her left hand.

"Who he's with…" I remember the thoughts that I had earlier as my palms stiffened turning into fists. I felt hostile out of nowhere for an unknown reason.

Then all of a sudden I felt sadness as I watched Bruce so happy with the lady he was happily chatting on

It could be that he had finally met someone who he is able to relate and could trust.

Is this what Mari was pertaining to when she said those words to me earlier?

That's probably why he's been so passive towards the league lately; he's probably planning on settling down with someone and quitting the leag….

I felt my heart ache as the thought of him being with someone else lingered in my mind. The possibility of him being with someone other than me is too painful for me to handle

As tough as I am, I couldn't handle the possibility of him slipping away from me. I can't handle him falling into someone else arms but mine. I can't handle him choosing someone else but me…

Why am I being like this…

Crazy as it may seem, He's the reason why my life has been rainbows and sunshine. Ever since I arrived in Man's world, It was him who showed how wonderful life is outside of Themyscira. It was him who taught me to never give up despite of the odds hovering against you, to always be ready for anything to happen, to always be better every day and to have faith on my teammates, that they may exceed into a greater expectation than I could've ever thought of.

He made me experience things that I couldn't have imagined doing before. It was him who paved way into making my dreams that I didn't even have in my wildest imaginations come true.

That's how great his impact has been with me and I can never accept it for myself losing him over someone else

No…

I feel the tears starting to form in my eyes as a drop finally fell to the ground, flowing down my cheeks to my jaw. Bewildered, I softly caresses the moisture that was on my face..

I'm crying.

The excruciating flashes of him being with someone else linger in my thoughts once again. The feeling I have in my chest is too painful to handle.

I don't belong here.

Burying my face into my palms, I turned on my heel to go somewhere, anywhere that's not here.

I wasn't paying attention to my way when I accidentally stumble upon someone. For some reason I fell down to the ground in a very vulnerable condition. A warrior such as myself in this pathetic state right now,

I looked up to apologize to the person that I'd stumble upon just to see a silhouette of someone familiar from the bright moonlight. The person offered me a hand to help me up. I accepted his assistance as I buried my face down to wipe the tears that was still flowing from my eyes.

"Princess…"

I was still wiping my tears dry when I heard a very familiar dark and baritone voice. I felt my heart beat rushing so fast

I raised my head to see the handsome and brooding face of My Dark Knight himself standing in front of me. The feeling and emotion that had been aching to burst out inside of me has turned rampant again. I managed to hold back my emotions as I stood to my ground with bitterness of my heart..

"What are you doing here?" I evidently asked with rounds of sniffles "Aren't you supposed to be entertaining your guests over there?"

"I think that is supposed to be my line" he sternly responded "what are you doing here"

I didn't know how to answer. I couldn't possibly tell him the truth that I came to see him and that I really missed him so much over the past weeks. I was speechless staring back at him

"y-your bride…" I uttered softly

Bruce was confused upon hearing my words. He chuckled quite a bit as he was just staring at my pathetic state

"I think you might've gotten the wrong idea about this whole thing Princess" he stated "But I do plan on dancing with the most beautiful lady tonight"

I glared daggers at him while he gave me his signature confident smirk.

All of a sudden, he remembered something

"Crap, I can't be seen with Wonder woman, it'll raise their suspicions for sure"

He looked at someone or something behind me. I turned around to see Alfred who nodded at him in response. The butler went to the guests who were happily chatting in the lawn.

"May I have Everybody's attention please" Alfred called in the middle of the crowd "Fair Ladies and Fine Gentlemen. Today Let us be on the main hall, The party is about to commence"

Everyone then went in like the British butler insisted. As he was about to proceed in, he turned to look at Bruce with a nod and closed the door.

I felt my arm move as If a force was trying to pull me; I turned around to see him dragging my arm somewhere

"Come with me Princess.."

His voice was dark and stern but for some reason I still felt the warmth hearing his mystifying timbre for so long..

My feet were walking on its own as I feel my lips curving into a full smile. Darn it, I was supposed to be withdrawn with my feelings to him but I couldn't help but be excited of what's happening. It's been so long since we had alone time together.

We stopped suddenly for some reason

"Are you okay?" He asked worriedly

"Oh, I'm totally fine Bruce" I responded with a smile

He looked at me for a few seconds before lifting a fake grass bushel that seemed too real to notice. Under it was a opening of some sort that would lead to somewhere I guess

If I'll have to guess again its probably…

"The batcave?" I asked curiously

Bruce gave me a feint smile as he beamed slight gazes

"You're becoming more and more like a detective yourself princess" He responded proudly

"Thanks, I learned from the best" I teasingly replied but he didn't seem to notice

He opened the slid door as he looked at me with an expression like he wants me to jump in it.

"What's going on?" I asked nervously

He raised his eyebrow as he kept the exact expression towards me

"NO! I am not going in" I furiously stated

"Yes you are" He evidently responded with a light tone

"I said n….."

As I mumble the words, I heard more people coming in from the entrance as they were about to enter the Wayne Manor. We were almost spotted when suddenly Bruce pulled my hand against him and dived straight to the opening, closing the lid afterwards with the bush on top like before.

We were actually falling deeper and deeper in the ground with darkness around me. All I can see was the light as the very end. I screamed out of excitement as I felt the gravity pulling me to the ground.

"Thiissss isss soo fuunnnnn!" I yelled at the top of my lungs

I wailed my hands back and forth until I accidentally hit him in the face

"I'm sorry" I remorsefully stated

"Just keep it together and calm down Princess" He responded calmly

It was too dark to even see him but I heard his monotone voice coming from behind. I shifted my head from left to right still in shambles, when out of nowhere I could feel a force holding both of my shoulders into one place..

"Princess, Calm down. Just close your eyes and just listen to my voice. We will be arriving soon"

I felt warmth as I heard his monotonous voice again. I closed my eyes and imagined him behind me, holding me….

"Hold your Breath!"

"What?" I asked

"Just do it!"

Splash!

All of a sudden, everything was wet around me. I opened my eyes to that I was actually underwater.

Are we in the middle of the sea?

I see a silhouette of him coming for me from above as held me close and we submerged to the surface.

I breathed in fully as I looked around, this place looks familiar. Bats were flying around from above, The smell of dunes and the sound of the waterfall falling..

Are we in the batcave?

"You could've just floated in mid air you know, but anyways here, use this"

I turned around to see Bruce wet. He was offering me a towel,

"Thanks" I responded

"Follow me" he stated sternly

I stood to my feet as I followed the man himself. Hastily, I moved my feet in a very fast manner to walk next to him

"Is this the Batcave?" I asked

"Yeah, the innermost part of it" Bruce responded "It was Tim who discovered the tunnel. I made a secret entrance in case something urgent happens"

"Like?" I curiously asked

"Like what happened earlier" He responded sternly

I felt Intrigued, as expected the Batman is always prepared for everything. When all of a sudden he stopped in his tracks..

"So, why did you come here?" He asked in a serious manner

I felt the urgency in his voice

"I uhhhh…." I mumble to myself

I thought up of excuses to use. There was no way in Hera's name that I am gonna tell him "I just came here to see you" and had put ourselves in a lot of trouble

"I came here to report about uhhh," I nervously uttered "Flash's blunder"

"Blunder?" He asked

I tried to look straight in his eyes to prevent him from figuring out my feeble lie. He reads people very well.

Bruce closes his eyes and chuckles

"You are such a terrible liar, princess" He jested "Since then till now"

I knew it, there's just not tricking the world's greatest detective in the world.

"What did you think the party was for?" He asked openly

"I uhhh…" I utter slowly "I thought it was your wedding reception."

Bruce gave me a look of loathe, he laughed in response to my statement

"Are you for real?" He asked teasingly while stopping to gather himself up

Well laugh all you want Batman, I'll get you for this soon..

"Bruce, It's not even that funny" I responded cheekily "By the way, I still haven't forgotten about our last dispute you know"

Suddenly, his smile faded and was replaced by what seemed like a worried expression on his face. He probably remembered something awful

"I'm sorry for saying those words to you Princess" He pleaded sincerely

I was baffled of what just happened. I can see the utmost sincerity in his eyes that he really meant every word of it. I probably shouldn't have brought it up

"For what…." I asked

"Our last conversation wasn't very pleasant" He stated "I might've had went overboard with my authority over you"

I remember now, when we had that fight about him being so overprotective and watchful over me.

"You're right, I've been very wary around you, not giving you enough trust that you deserved" He added

His gaze was on the ground the entire time as his voice let out hints of guilt and despair. I could tell that he was really affected about our dispute

"Is that the reason why you didn't even come to see me at all?" I asked curiously

He raised his head to meet my eyes but looked away at the last second.

"Well I wanted to but…" He evenly stated "duty calls"

"Duty?" I asked

What does he mean by duty?

"Well, One of my business partners, Lucius Fox, is celebrating his 30th wedding anniversary with his wife today and the venue was on the Manor" he stated

I had a feeling that there was something more behind this man "Lucius Fox".

"Just a business partner? How did he persuade you into agreeing about holding the party here?"

"I told him if he wasn't going to, id beat his ass for sure"

A voice coming from somewhere echoed throughout the cave. I looked around to see an old man wearing a waistcoat sitting in the chair in front of the batcomputer.

Bruce walked up to him to tap his shoulder. They seem very familiar with each other.

What is going on?

"Diana, meet Lucius Fox. The man behind it all" Bruce proudly stated

Wait, Lucius? The man who he was talking about?

Why is he in the batcave?

What's going on?

"I uhhh, I'm lost" I stated "But nice to meet you Mr. Fox

"Likewise Miss Diana" Lucius responded "Let's just say that I am the man who handles all the technology here"

I was shocked for a moment but I fully understood now. Wait if he's here, does that mean…

"So does that mean that you are aware that.."

"Yes Miss Diana, I know Batman before he was Batman himself" Lucius stated

Bruce cleared his throat as he turned to Lucius

"So, how's our update going Lucius?"

"Smooth as a butter, Mr. Wayne" Lucius responded " I already installed the firmware in which the data's from the previous overhaul have been added to the last update"

"Safe to say the Diana project is finished now." He evenly spurted

Did I just hear my name?

Lucius noticed his mistake as he looks at Bruce with an unsettled expression in his face

"I'm sorry" he whispered

"Darn you Fox" Bruce responded

It was in a very low voice but I could still hear them. What is this Diana project anyways?

Out of nowhere Alfred's voice was heard from the speakers of the bat-computer.

"Mr., Fox, you're needed at the lobby" Alfred stated

"Well, there goes my cue. It was nice meeting you Miss Diana." Lucius stated before finally taking his leave.

I watched him go through the exit while Bruce stayed silent. The Diana project was still running on the back of my head

"Bruce?" I asked curiously

He turns around to face me head on

"Diana..:" he utters softly "This was supposed to be a surprise but now that you're here"

He presses a button on keyboard and a big icon popped up in the bat-computer. It had the name "The Diana Project" in it

"This is the Diana Project." Bruce stated

I was just baffled upon seeing the screen. I had lots of questions on my mind.

"Wha… what is this Bruce?" I asked

"A compilation of everything that you need to know about being a competent member of the Justice League. Everything from fighting styles to mind training. I also installed the latest addition, the thesis about the legion of doom and all of our other enemies that may pose a threat in the future" he responded

He tapped a button to reveal all members of the Legion of Doom with their attributes and weaknesses.

"Each member you see right there have their own unique attributes and weaknesses. By studying the statistics, you'll gain the advantage next time if you know beforehand how they act or how you can counter any advances they make. " He added "I already made few suggestions about how your field of resources can benefit to their shortcomings.

I was amazed over everything that he has shown me in the bat-computer, as I turned to him

"You did all this for me….?" I asked

Bruce looked away; I can sense that he was trying to hold in something inside of him.

"well, yeah" he responded "That was the reason why I had been distant from the league lately but I'll have you know this final product will be used as a final input on the latest update that I did earlier."

"You didn't even notify me when you came by earlier…." I whispered to myself

I felt my heart become heavy all of a sudden for some reason. There was something about what he said that made me dismayed.

Finally I gathered my courage to confront him once and for all.

"Why did you create this Bruce?" I asked sternly "What's the point of this "project"?"

He shrugged it all off as he turned his back on me while typing something on the keyboard

"I'll have you noted that the updates are gonna kick in tomo…."

I didn't let him finish as I forcefully turned him around to face me head on

"Look at me Bruce." I furiously stated "Why are you doing this?"

His eyes were unstable as he tried to look anywhere else but my eyes. His lips were shivering, he tried to utter words from his mouth but nothing came out. I can tell that he was suffering as much as I do

"I…. concluded that, I was wrong. You didn't need any guidance whatsoever. You're this Amazon Warrior that had everything that sums up a perfect heroine and warrior. Grace, Intelligence, Strength, Commitment and…." He uttered hesitantly

I could feel his sincerity upon hearing his words, he was still having a hard time stating his thoughts but I could tell he was doing his best.

"All this time, I tried my best to make you into a better warrior and hero. I've done everything to make you into a better version of yourself"

He uttered sternly

"But there's nothing I can do to help you anymore, my teachings are probably holding you back of your full potential and I cannot stand for that. But with this project, you'll improve and grow on your own. Without someone watching you and…"

He paused for a moment. I am still speechless as of the moment. I didn't know he felt this way with me.…

"Without me holding you back. With this you won't need me around you anymore." he stated with a hurtful smile

I felt my emotions rush through my palms as I slapped him hard. I felt my tears flow as my heart was beating faster than before

"Stupid." I furiously spurted "How stupid can you be Bruce!"

He was just shocked upon hearing my outburst. It was evident that he wasn't expecting this kind of response from me

"I came here because I missed you! I longed for you!

I couldn't get you off my mind for the past days of your absence. I couldn't sleep well, you're all I think about!" I yelled angrily

Bruce was dumbstruck upon hearing my outburst.

"W-What do you mean?..."

"I am In love with you Bruce Wayne!" I spurted out loud

I didn't hold myself back. One way or another he has to know how I feel about him and how he has invaded my mind and heart thoroughly. I fully admit it now

He took a step back with a very confused expression on his face.

"Wha.. How? Why me?" He asked

"I don't know! I can't help it Bruce" I yelled in response

He took another step back

"There are plenty of other guys out there who are better than me Diana!" he stated "you can do better than being infatuated with a wreck like me"

"You're the one that I want Bruce…." I softly stated

"Don't you understand? I love you."

I took a step closer to him as I noticed him trying to run away. I immediately gripped his arm to prevent him from going anywhere

"Diana.." he murmured softly

"Please don't run away from me Bruce." I muttered in a very sad manner "I can't handle another day without you beside me anymore.."

"NO!" he interrupted

He tried to shake me off by resisting my hold but it didn't work.

"Let.. Go.." he angrily spurted

"Talk to me!" I relented

"You don't understand, We can never be together!" he responded

"WHY?" I asked furiously

He bowed down his head and faced the ground

I slowly lifted his head up to see his eyes full of despair and sorrow when all of a sudden…

"Diana… I am… I am captivated by you. Your presence alone is powerful enough to make me tense, I love how you're always kind and genuine to everyone, I love how naïve you are, and sometimes childish. I love how intelligent you are and how you always speak your mind out to everyone. I love how despite of your strength, you still have that soft spot for people like me…"

"Bruce…" I whispered under my breath

I couldn't believe it…

"And that's not even half of it…"

"I am fascinated by your beautiful voice, your flowing raven hair, your alluring eyes, your curves and…. "

He stood silent for a while

"Your lips"

"Lips that I had been dreaming of kissing, dreams that have left me hopeless sometimes because whatever I do….. You'll never be mine."

He reached out for my face but stopped midway.

I could feel the tears from my eyes forming again

"You're just too good for me Princess" He uttered with a hurtful smile "You deserve better"

"Why are you always hurting yourself to please everyone around you?" I asked furiously "You're good enough for me Bruce, Give us a chance. Let me be a part of your life. Tell me what's bothering you!"

He reached out for my face to wipe the tear that was freefalling on my cheeks. I turned to him who then fixed a loose strand of hair to my ear as he embraced me.

"Forgive me for making you worry princess, but one day. I'll be strong enough to let you in." He whispered softly

I felt comfort as the warmth that I felt when he whispered in my ears made me at ease. His body heat was enough to make me cozy despite of our wet clothes.

The emotions that I've been trying to hide have finally reached him. Here I am, wrapped by the man I truly love. Hera, If this is a dream, please never wake me up

"Bruce" I uttered

"yeah?" he responded

"Do me a favor"

"What is it?"

"Please delete the project. There will never be a time when I won't be needing you around me. I want you to be there for me, whether as supervision or something else, Stay with me. Forever…"

I could hear his small chuckle from this position. It somehow made me relieved

"As you wish, Princess" he responded sincerely

Bruce finally pulls away as he looks me straight in the eyes. His dark brown eyes are just too mystifying and captivating that I can stare at it forever.

"Let's get out of these clothes Princess…" he whispered softly

I felt my legs shake at the moment. I don't think I am quite ready yet but I've always prepared for this…

"Yes Bruce, take me." I responded with a very serious look in my face

All of a sudden, Bruce was shocked and agitated over what I've just uttered

"N-NO….. That's not what I meant." He stated nervously

Oh…

Okay. I was kind of relieved but at the same time also disappointed. How does that even work?

"But anyways, please do take a shower first and ill prepare the dress that you'll be wearing" he pleaded

Wait.. what?

"D-Dress…?" I asked curiously

"Yes, Diana." Bruce stated courageously "Be my date and dance with me."

Dance?

With him?

"But I thought you don't want to be seen with me. It'll raise suspicions with everyone" I responded

"Well I do like to take risks sometimes…" He reasoned out

"Besides…" He added

He looked at me with his eyes so mystifying and dark that it literally made my heart flutter on the spot, with the most charismatic smile I've ever seen him do

"I want to dance with the most beautiful lady tonight."