The Laws of Gravity Chapter 3: Resistance, a batman begins/dark knight fanfic

Resistance

"The only reason we keep trying to defy the laws of nature is just because we never learn why we fall down in the first place."

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3:00 A.M.

The city was silent, albeit the small run-down island of Narrows which had police cars and S.W.A.T. vans piling in though the bridges and setting a perimeter around the asylum. Everyone was fearful. It showed through the paranoia that shone in the cops nearest to the building and the tension that grew as two police-men entered the building, being the only ones to volunteer.

Strong winds began to blow in and the forces of men flinched as though being attacked by it. Commissioner Gordon clung to his worn-through jacket that did little to protect the cold from the outside.

Trying to keep a steady hand, he held up his radio in one hand asking,

"What's the situation Schiff?"

"Everything appears to be safe, nothing out of the ordinary."

Everyone let out a silent sigh of relief, except for Gordon. He still wasn't convinced.

"Okay Schiff, but before we do anything I need you and Travers to get out of there right-"

"It's okay. I'll just take a quick look-around inside."

The Commissioner clenched his teeth.

"No it's NOT okay, Schiff you get out of there before I have to take your badge-"

Thomas cut the line and made way into the building. After a quick glance-around, he took out his radio, smug with his successful entry.

"See? There was nothing to worry about-ARGH!"

Travers appeared moments later, dragging his screaming partner as he tried to extinguish the flames that tore through Schiff's uniform.

It was a nightmare- No, Gordon's personal nightmare. This was too similar to the other man he had lost to an explosion.

"Medics-WE NEED MEDICS NOW!"

The policemen scattered and ran amok, unable to organize themselves in their panic.

"Oh my God did you see that? "

"We're going to die, I swear! "

"I can't DIE here, I have my whole life ahead of me. "

"The joint could blow at any minute!"

"We got to get out of here-"

"QUIET! Everybody, JUST SHUT UP AND PULL YOURSELVES TOGETHER."

Slowly but surely, the mob quieted down into guilty embarrassment. The medics swiftly treated to Schiff's wounds, which weren't as intense and was being treated in the open ambulance.

Commissioner Gordon was able to calm down as well, seeing that Schiff didn't have any permanent damage. He released a strangled sigh, and then belayed his next command to the waiting men.

"Okay. For now, I don't want anyone, and I mean EVERYONE, to even go near that building, do you understand-"

He was rudely cut off as the police communication lines screeched, causing everyone to cover their ears in pain. They didn't wonder for long though, as the static died down the Joker's clicked his tongue disapprovingly.

"Sorry boys, but that's, uh against the rules. It's between ME and the Bats. So, why don't we let this be a little…taste of what's too come if you don't wise…up."

Travers ceased to breath, and he turned to Gordon, asking him,

"Commissioner, we can't just-"

"No Travers… We have no choice. Let's just hope that the Batman can get out of this one too…"

2:05 AM-1 hour ago.

Harleen Quinzel woke with a jolt, completely aware of her surroundings. She stood up, surprised to find herself unbounded and free of movement. In fact, she felt completely fine; maybe a little too good, given the circumstances.

The intercom squealed and she clutched her head as a sudden migraine split through her head.

"Well, my lovely…Harley Quinn. I always liked you 2nd best so I decided to; uh let you off this time. Just, hmm, make it to…the other side of the room."

Harleen gave a nervous smile, and despite herself replied,

"I knew showing kindness to others would pay off-even though everyone though that-"

"That's nice Harley….Start walking."

Her eager smile dropped a little, but she strode towards the door.

"I always knew I could trust you."

She turned the handle, and the speakers suddenly blasted with the feedback of static.

"NGHH!"

Clutching her head, her eyes rolled back in the pain.

How can this be so loud? Why does this hurt so much?

A familiar giggle finally ended the tortuous siren song.

"The drugs enhance your physical senses, which unfortunately doesn't help that I'll turn this on every, oh well let's say…5 minutes.

Good Luck."

The Joker laughed so hard that Harley could almost feel the spit fly towards her as she fell to the ground and covered her ears.

WHY?! After all I did for you. Why am I being punished for that?

WHY?!

3:10 AM; The present.

Batman started running as soon as he heard the explosion, fearing the worst. But before he reached the entrance, Andrews stopped him.

"No! We'll be seen. Besides, they got him out…I think."

"Thinking it isn't good enough!"

He growled, but retreated back into the shadows, heading towards the cafeteria.

"Why do you think Harleen will be there, of all places?"

"Trust me; I'm pretty sure-"

They heard a high-pitched scream, which ended with a quiet sobbing of pain. The dark knight turned around, having Andrews almost fall off in the process.

"That's coming from the EAST corridor; funny, for someone who knows this place so well, you're no help at all."

She gave a disgruntled sigh but was cut off as the crusader sped off in the other direction, running as fast as he could.

3:15 AM

One of the Joker's goons stood outside the back entrance to the building, clutching onto a heavily-weighted machine gun. Even though he was wearing a clown mask, it was obvious to see that he was extremely nervous.

As he heard the footsteps approach, he almost dropped the gun in his fright.

"W-who's there?"

The man came into focus as he stepped into the harsh glare of the lights that beamed from the rooftop. The goon recognized the burlap sack on his head and automatically drew back from him.

"S-sorry Scarecrow, but Joker said that we can't let anybody in-"

He half screamed as he inhaled the noxious gas and hit the ground. The machine gun fired a few shots but Scarecrow paid no heed to this as he entered the building, eyes malicious with deadly intent.

Author's note: Not as long as the last chapter (I think,) but still I'm pretty proud of this one. A lot happened and there wasn't so much talking. The next chapter will be updated sooner, hopefully. Also, should i change the rating to M? Comments appreciated.