Ch 8

Batman made his way into the cave from an uneventful night of crime, but he didn't mind so much as he smiled, thinking about the kisses him and Max had shared last night. It had been hot, passionate, and filled with love.

"Terry?"

"Huh oh sorry Bruce you were saying?"

"You're distracted."

"Well a lot is going with getting ready for college and—

"That's not what I meant. You seem different today, more upbeat. Something has happened, hasn't it?"

Terry smiled. "You could say that," he said as he removed the cowl from his face.

"A girl."

"Should have known you'd figure it out."

"As long as she doesn't distract you from your education and being Batman, I have no problem with Max."

"I'm not even going to ask how you know it's her."

"I just hope you know what you're doing. A relationship can be a tricky thing when you're Batman."

"Believe me I've leaned my lesson with Dana. I know what I need to do to make my relationship last with Max."

"What's that?"

"Honesty. I want to be completely open with her, no secrets."

"Some things are best kept to yourself McGinnis. Honesty can be a good thing, but it can also be bad."

"How?"

"You would tell her all of the horrible things you've experienced as Batman and see the sadness in her eyes every time you leave to put on the suit. You think she could really handle all of that Terry?"

"She's a lot stronger then you give her credit for Bruce. Plus I know what it's like to cover truths with lies. It builds up and eventually it wrecks the lives around you. I don't want to wreck things with Max. I—

"You what?"

"I'm in love with her Bruce."

Max was having trouble sleeping. Tomorrow was the day she went off to Gotham University. She was excited and nervous at the same time. She was excited to learn new things but was nervous about things changing.

Sitting up in bed, she sighed as she got up and walked out her door and into the kitchen for something to eat. Looking into the fridge, she groaned in disappointment. Closing the door, she turned around to see the front door. 'It's too late to go out now,' she thought as a knock came to the door.

"Terry."

"Hey Max."

"Slow night for Batman?"

"Yep. I thought I'd stop by and hangout."

"Shouldn't you be at home getting some sleep for tomorrow?"

"What are you my mom?"

"Whatever McGinnis."

"Everything all right? You look stressed."

"I can't sleep, thinking about tomorrow," she said as she jumped, feeling Terry's arms around her, his chest against her back.

"You'll be great Max like always. You're worrying for nothing."

Max felt her body relax against his warm body and started to relax. "I hate when you're right."

"Hey it's been known to happen every once in a while," he smiled.

Max shifted her body, so she was facing him. His smile made her feel all gooey inside, and she smiled. "Well don't make it a habit."

"I love you Max."

"I love you to Terry."

They leaned into each other and kissed, making their grips tighter around each other. The kiss became more passionate as their hands roamed each other's bodies. Before they could get any further, Terry's phone rang and he sighed as Max pulled away from him.

Terry answered his phone. "Hello, hey mom. Yeah I'm on my way home. See you later. Bye," he said as he hung up. "Well it looks like I have to get home."

"It's all right Terry. I'll see you later," said Max as Terry made his way to the door.

Turning to face Max, he smiled before he leaned in and kissed her passionately on the mouth. "See you later Max."

"Later McGinnis," said Max as she smiled at him before closing her door.