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A/N: I'm overwhelmed by your reviews and the interest you've shown in this fic. I hope you'll stay around until its conclusion.
Since the following chapters are rather short, I've decided to post three in a row. You'll get a little Lex, a pinch of Bruce and Clark, and a bit of Chloe and Lois. You'll have to wait until the following installment to enjoy a new Chlex scene, but these chapters are relevant to the investigation of the crimes that have been committed. So ... lie back and enjoy the ride !
CHAPTER 13: Interview with Gordon
" Please. sit down, Mr Luthor. "
" Thanks for receiving me, Officer Gordon. "
" Mr Wayne's a good friend of mine. I couldn't deny him this favour. Now... about the enquiry... I've been looking at the reports, but I'm afraid there isn't much to work with. You're aware that I'm not on the case, but I've been talking with the officers in charge. Mr Wayne's told me you don't trust us too much, " he said, raising his eyebrows.
" Let's say I've witnessed police corruption in the flesh. "
" Well, I can assure you that these two agents are trustworthy, I can vouch for them. "
" It's enough for me, taking into account Bruce has faith in you. Have you found any evidence on the crime scene ? "
" Judging by the trajectory of the bullet, we're certain the sniper shot from the roof top of the building opposite Wayne Enterprises. "
" Did he leave any traces behind ? "
" There were no casings, and the fact that the projectile was a dumdum'll make the identifiction of the firearm used highly improbable. "
" There's no doubt it's been the work of a professional, then. "
" I'm inclined to think it was a hitman, yes. "
" You must know that my bride-to-be was killed six months ago. "
" I've read it in the papers, Mr Luthor. A car explosion, wasn't it ? "
" Yes, someone planted a bomb in my car with the intention of killing me, Gordon. Lana was an innocent victim and so was our child. "
" I'm sorry to hear that, Mr Luthor. So... do you think both events are connected ? "
" They must be, and I believe I was the sniper's target as well. "
" What makes you say that ? "
" My brother saw the reflection of the telescopic sight before I did, and pushed me to the ground. "
" Well, you don't know for certain if the sniper wasn't aiming at your brother. "
" My father and I have earned quite a handful of enemies doing business, Gordon. Believe me, we're more probable targets than my brother Lucas. "
" Tell you what, Mr Luthor. This investigation's just starting but I'll do my best to keep myself informed. As soon as we get a lead, I'll contact Mr Wayne. "
" Thanks for your time, Gordon. It's been a pleasure, " said Lex, shaking hands with him.
Lex had always been a good judge of character, and he had to agree with Bruce this time; Gordon seemed a pretty good person and an honest cop. However, Lex wasn't willing to leave everything in the hands of Gotham's Police Department. He'd make a couple of phone calls and bring his own experts into the case.
Don't say anything yet. There are two more chapters to read in this installment.