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Daughter Of Batman Chapter 4
Talia departs from Gotham soon afterwards leaving both Damian and Danika behind under their fathers care.
But not before Talia delivers a second warning in a way to Bruce away from their children so they can speak privately.
It's about Danika.
"When I was pregnant with the twins Danika was exposed to certain elements that have granted her superior abilities in magic. I wouldn't be worried about her too much. My father and I have made sure she's been well trained in execution and control. So she shouldn't be a danger…for the most part," said Talia.
Eyes narrowed in suspicion, Bruce said "Care to tell me what those ability's are?"
Stroking his cheek tenderly, leaning forward in order to bring her lips close to his ear, mysteriously, Talia whispered "Where's the fun in that?"
Bruce, Damian, and Danika are then left to watch Talia as she leaves the harbor on the yacht.
Breaking the uncomfortable pause that has followed this, bluntly, Damian accused "You didn't know about us?"
"No," admits Bruce, unreadable with his cowl on.
Danika silently listens to the exchange, eyes traveling back and forth between them where she currently stands in the middle.
Arms crossed, censoriously and showing his famous arrogance, Damian said "So Mother has made us your responsibility?"
"Something like that," said Bruce, finally turning to face and fully address them at last.
Danika inwardly sighed a huge breath of relief, taking this as a genuine sign that he's not going to completely ignore them. That was one of her major fears after all. So that's one of the major big ones that is checked off of that list going off in the hidden corners of her head.
Disagreeing with the implication that either of them needs looking after, Damian protested "This isn't necessary. I do fine by myself. Both of us do."
Patiently, Bruce said "So do I. But things have changed. She thinks you'll be better off with me…For now."
Curious on what his opinion on all this is, Danika said "What do you think?"
"Better than with the League of Assassins," said Bruce.
Defensive towards the organization he still respects that raised and trained him to be what he is today, Damian said "They taught me how to fight."
"And I take it, not much else," deduces Bruce, going by all the data he's gathered over the years about the League of Assassins.
This is expected after Ra's multiple attempts to manipulate him into recruitment over the years.
Ending the argument before it has a chance to escalate into a full blown debate out in the open Bruce activates a function on his utility belt. It opens the top compartment on the Batmobile uncovering the seats.
Staring at it blankly, Damian said "I'll drive."
"No," said Bruce, firmly, shooting down that idea quick.
"I know how," persists Damian.
"No," repeated Bruce, more weight behind it this time.
Danika strategically places a hand on Damian's arm shaking her head discreetly. Best not to fight over something so simple as driving.
There's a bit of a hiccup. There's only two seats available in the Batmobile. One for the driver and a 2nd for a single passenger. There's no third. So Damian and Danika have to improvise. It's a tight fit as they squeeze together in the passenger seat, but it'll have to do.
Watching them work it out Bruce starts to think of solutions where he can rectify this later on. Something tells him he's going to require a third seat in his vehicles in the long run.
Once everyone is situated does Bruce contact Alfred where the man is awaiting his return home in the Batcave.
"Alfred," said Bruce.
"Yes, Sir," said Alfred, promptly, heavy British accent apparent even through the connection.
"We're going to have company," said Bruce, coded phrasings giving Alfred a heads up that tonight's matters are more than what they appear.
"A sleepover. Oh goody," said Alfred, a touch incredulous.
Bruce then hits the gas.
As Bruce drives through the city in order to return to the Batcave he's careful to observe the twins from the corner of his eyes. Damian merely sits there staring at everything in Gotham from a blank and uncaring expression on his face. Danika is a bit different in this perspective. She's a lot more open than her brother.
Being nearer to the window provides Danika a better view of all the sights in Gotham. Truthfully she can't get enough.
Since the twins were raised the majority of their lives at that temple they never really were introduced into the outside world although they've been educated about practically everything since day 1. Still learning and then seeing it all firsthand are entirely opposite things. Danika doesn't bother to conceal the fascination and awe from creeping onto her face.
Some time during this Damian catches Bruce observing them closely and realizes that she is behaving somewhat inappropriately. Damian quickly corrects this. She's acting a little unsightly like a pest and he doesn't approve.
Danika then returns to sitting demure and composed under her brother's disapproval, not breaking protocol again.
The remainder of the drive is delivered in silence and stillness.
The twins are fully aware of Bruce's observations, but no longer act on them.
Much is going on in Bruce's mind having just learned he has biological children, but that's not the only think bothering him.
Talia mentioned that their daughter has magic in her veins.
Just what can Danika do and how powerful is she?
These are questions he'll have to find the answers to at another point in time.
Soon enough the Batmobile enters the Batcave and Alfred is positioned where he normally would be upon Bruce's return.
Bruce parked the Batmobile right alongside Alfred and opened the top.
Danika and Damian peered around at their new surroundings and jumped out.
"Welcome back, sir," greeted Alfred, accordingly. "I presume these are the young people of whom you spoke."
"Good evening," said Danika, doing a slight curtsy.
"Hello, Pennyworth, I've heard of you," said Damian, imperiously.
"At your service, Master Damian, Mistress Danika," said Alfred, bowing a greeting.
Danika smiles yet Damian turns his head left and right around Alfred looking to see who else might be here.
"Where are the rest of the servants," asks Damian, tone of voice bridging on rude.
Brow quirked, dignified, Alfred said "I am the sum total."
Danika is a little surprised to learn this. Judging by how much money the Wayne fortune Mother spoke of had one would think the Manor would be teaming with servants.
Damian is of the same mindset although he's not so sensitive about expressing it.
"You have only one servant," said Damian, incredulous.
"He's not a servant, he's a friend," said Bruce.
Damian then makes his way over to the main computer consul with Danika trailing behind him.
"So this is the fabled Batcave? Grandfather told me all about it," said Damian, sitting in the chair as though he owns the place already. "Smaller than I imagined."
"Damian," said Danika, elbowing her brother in the ribcage.
Damian is unaffected.
"Very efficient though," said Damian, amending his miswording.
Bruce and Alfred exchange a glance.
Damian and Danika then make their way up to the 2nd floor of the Batcave inspecting every single thing that catches their eye.
"He's the spitting image of you at that age. It's a bit chilling," said Alfred, a bit unnerved and bewildered.
"Tell me about it," concurred Bruce. "Look you're going to have to get them settled. I'm not sure how long they'll be here, but for the time being this will be their home. And Alfred mind your step around Danika."
"Why, sir? Should I be worried," asked Alfred.
"I'm not sure. Talia mentioned that Danika contains magic inside her although she failed to clarify to me what that is. All she would say is that Danika has complete control over whatever it could be," said Bruce, disgruntled.
"Any ideas," said Alfred.
"No, but I'm going to find out," said Bruce.
The twins have found the original Robin suit.
"Looks rather effeminate, don't you think," said Damian, scanning his eyes over the costume.
Danika simply shrugs.
Joining them on the catwalk, Alfred said "Master Dick was a boy when he wore that."
Head cocked, Danika said "Where is he now?"
"Moved on and so shall we. Would you like to see where you'll be sleeping," said Alfred, lead the twins out from the confines of the Batcave.
Bruce watches somberly as they leave. He has some important work to do tonight.
Authors Note:
Hope you all like this one! I certainly did while writing it for your vast enjoyment! ;D
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