Special thanks to Dismal Tempest, alightinthedark89, and pyroleigh for following ABILY;

And another special thanks to pyroleigh for favoring ABILY!

Finally, a very special thanks to Live-Laugh-Sing, Johanna Crane, xxyangxx2006, Jayce-Grayford, Flowerchild23, and

Live-Laugh-Sing: Ewwwww; band-aids? And I thought I had it rough, you got it like ten times worst, dude.

Johanna Crane: Damn dude you are allergic to a lot. And I'm glad to see your account; sorry about your limited time on it though, with your dad and all. But, hey, at least you got one now!

Xxyangxx2006: Oh yeah, to say the Riddler will be pissed is a serious understatement. Any who, still be careful; I hadn't the slightest I was allergic to sunflower seeds before I ate them and couldn't breath.

Jayce-Grayford: Allergic to stupid people? Honey I can relate; I had a kid in my HONORS Biology class if worms had wings. Seriously people? He was thinking of a f****** butterfly.

Flowerchild23: yep. Too bad he hasn't realized it.

Pyroleigh: I am glad you like my story! And dude, I have like three cats, and I would die if I couldn't cuddle with them.

XXX

Despite Edward's peace offering the week prior, tensions were still running high in the house. Last night alone, Emily ended up abandoning Edward to sleep alone in the bedroom while she retreated to her couch.

"Stupid jerk…." Emily mumbled, punching the pillow in attempt to make it softer, "And his stupid hair… *punch* and his stupid eyes…. *punch* and his stupid smile…-"

"Talking about me, now, Emily?"

WHAM

Emily swung the pillow around with all the strength she had with a terrified scream, smacking the Riddler straight in the face.

"-ow…?" he pulled the pillow out of her hands, glaring at her, "And what was that for?"

"For… For sneaking up on me," she huffed, taking the pillow back and laying on the couch, her back to him, "Now goodnight."

"Emily," he sighed impatiently, "Come back to bed."

"No."

"Now, Emily."

"No, Edward."

Edward only shook his head and said out slowly, "I am warning you, Emily; either come to bed or face the consequences…."

"I'll take my chances," she snorted, closing her eyes. A few moments of silence passed before he moved.

Right on top of her.

"What the fu-"

"Now, Emily; watch your language, pet." Edward cooed, pressing his face into her shoulder. She was trapped under him, writhing uselessly on the couch in attempt to get up.

"Let me up, Edward." Emily demanded, finally freeing her arms and grabbing his shoulders.

"No…. you see, Emily," he moved some of her hair out of her face, running his fingers through it idly, as if deep in thought, "You have been rather…. Rebellious, these past weeks. And honestly, I grow a little tired of it. I believe it is time that I reminded you who exactly the boss is; you have forgotten your place."

XXX

Emily cracked one eye open, taking in the quiet and dark room. Edward lay next to her, his back to her while taking most of the covers. His way of reminding her turned out to be rather… persuasive to Emily. And she had let him bring her back to their room.

This was probably good, though, to let him think everything was fine. That way he wouldn't suspect that she was planning her liberation from this house, from him. But… looking at him now… he looked so adorable and peaceful and she really, really wanted to just lay down next to him and go back to sleep and forget all this running away nonsense and-

No.

She had to get out, she had to leave. This time, she would leave Gotham; after getting there, of course, and reaching Batman. Although he may be slightly upset that she didn't go with him last time he went through the trouble of attempting to rescue her….

Eh, what the hell. It was his job to put up with people like Emily, so he could just suck it up.

XXX

"I'll be back tonight," Edward stated, Kissing Emily's forehead, "And I'll make dinner when I get back, so today, you just relax."

"I will," she promised, wrapping her arms around his torso and hugging him tightly. She didn't let go for a few minutes, and if he had any complaints, he didn't voice them. He simply held her tighter, and had his head resting on the top of hers, "Emily, love, are you okay?"

"Mmmmm," she mumbled, pulling back and kissing his cheek, "Good luck, Edward. I'll see you when you get home, kay?"

"Okay," he smiled and walked out, leaving Emily all alone in the large house.

Honestly, he should know by now not to leave her by herself.

XXX

A shower, a change of clothes, and a back pack full of supply's later, and Emily was standing on the balcony of the bedroom, staring off into the forest. She climbed to the other side of the railing and sighed, gripping the rope tightly and slowly lowering herself down.

Once she reached the bottom, she looked North; that is where Gotham was, and after about a day's hike, possibly a day and a half, she should make it. Emily had studied the map, and was ready; never having been much of an "outside" person, she was dreading the hike.

But it had to be done.

She couldn't keep living this odd and terrifying fantasy. She had to get out.

XXX

Emily groaned and leaned against a tree, "What am I doing?"

She had followed the directions; she was pretty sure she was going in the right direction, but she hadn't come across the most important land mark. It was a tiny town she should have passed through; Trenton. She was hoping to perhaps find some sort of help there. But luck was never really in her favor.

Judging by the position of the sun, it was safe for Emily to assume that Edward was probably already home. Idly, she wondered how he would react to her being gone.

Oh, he'd be angry; but would he be hurt?

XXX

It was getting dark, and Emily still had yet to come across the town.

"Well," she sighed, looking up at a tree, "There is no use in stumbling around in the dark; might as well as rest for the night."

XXX

Short chapter, I know, but guys… I am so sorry.

I was facing a dilemma; there were two endings to the story that were begging to be written. Both have the same more or less, but one was much, much worse than the other one in the sense that it included darker topics and a darker Edward.

Not to give away the most recent episode of Gotham(in case you have yet to see it), but I gained a lot of inspiration from watching the Ogre and listening to some of his dialog; and the Edward in the show is gaining a more villain personality.

So, I as of now am going to do the less then happy ending, because it means I can get the next few chapters until the end.

Anyways, more important news: I have, by the suggestion of a very important follower, created a Polyvore account. And, if you guys were to want to get an image of what the characters were wearing for the bulk of the chapter, then I will have links to the outfits in my profile!

Any ways, I love you guys and will see you in the next chapter!

-Sketch1997