(Scene: Two weeks later at the grand opening of the Iceberg Lounge in downtown Gotham.)
The Iceberg Lounge owned by Oswald Cobblepot seemed to be place to be at in Gotham City that night. It was the grand opening. Oswald was overjoyed by the crowd of people waiting to get in the doors. Bruce Wayne stood by his decision and was waiting outside in a limo. He had invited Selina Kyle to come join in on the grand opening celebration, but didnt mean for it to be a date by any means. Selina Kyle had told Bruce she would meet him there late that night. As Bruce sat in the limo he hoped Selina wasnt reading anything into the night. He had sent out invatation to other Gotham citizens as well. As for his date for the evening Vicky Vale sat next to him. She wore a shimmering gold dress. The top was low cut to show off her cleavage. She had on ruby red lipstick that seem to be taunting Bruce since he picked her up. Vicky had posted the short interview in the Gotham paper as her first article. Vicky had come to Gotham in hopes to find Batman. She wanted to capture the hero who saved Gotham. While the rest of Gotham sought to destroy Batman she saw him as a true hero in a world of villians. Bruce poured Vicky some champagne in her glass. The two were going to wait in the limo until the crowds died down. This was going to be Oswalds chance to introduce himself to Gotham and make a good first impression. A few momments later Oswald emerged from the doors of the Iceberg Lounge. He had a microphone in his hand. The top hat on his head had been removed and reveal jet black hair. Although his hair was slightly balding he still looked like a distinguish gentleman. He motioned with his hands to silent the crowd. Bruce and Vicky got out to stand by the limo so they could hear Oswald's speech.
Cobblepot: Hello eager citicens of Gotham city. I have been waiting to comeback to the place where the Cobblepot name means so much. I shall give you a history lesson just for a momment until the real fun begins. My great grandfather was Theodore Cobblepot. The older citizens of Gotham may remember him as a kind, generous, and noble to this city. The historical pages of Gotham will remind everyone that he was a mayor for this city. He remains the mayor with the longest tenure in Gotham City. He brought this city up from the ashes and put it on the map. He did it with love and compassion. He did it with an eye for good business. It was him who urged Thomas Wayne to put all of Wayne Enterprises operations inside the city walls of Gotham. Now I know Wayne Enterprises has been around Gotham since before any of you where born. It is the other subdivision of Wayne Enterprises that have helped this city flourish. We have Wayne BioTech. Then Wayne Foods and Wayne Shipping and so on and so on. The point is my father new a good deal when he saw one. I to have that gift of the talented eye. I saw Gotham as a prime place to open my Iceberg Lounge. I invite everyone from the short to the tall. The rich or the poor to join me at the Lounge. I want to be a friend to all of Gotham City. I would also like to thank my new friend Bruce Wayne. He so genrously donated to the Lounge. It was him who helped make this grand opening grand. We have drinks and entertainment inside. Please Gotham City join me inside.
Oswald quickly waddled inside the doors of the Iceberg Lounge. The crowd seemed eager to get inside. There was a slight rush by the crowd but everyone seemed to be in good spirits. Bruce and Vicky slowly walked behind the crowd and into the lounge. Inside the seats and tables were made of clear glass. The floors and walls were snow white. It was if you had walked into an artic climate. There were an assortment of glass penguins that surrounded the lounge walls. Bruce was suprised to see how much Oswald loved penguins. It was a little strange and somewhat tacky but everyone seemed to have fun. Selina walked up to Bruce. She looked stunning in a red dress. She had her blonde hair done up nicely.
Selina: Wow Bruce, you look very nice. I am so glad you asked me to come.
Bruce: Thank you Selina.
It was Selina noticed Vicky Vale was attached to the arm of Bruce. She felt her heart begining to break into tiny pieces. The rest of her friends had told her to not think of tonight as a date. She just didnt listen and for some reason got her hopes up. After three years at Wayne Enterprises she had gotten to know Bruce and had fallen in love with him. It was stupid to fell love for someone who had not shown any in return. Now she stood there watching Vicky holding onto Bruce and smiling. She wondered if Bruce knew how her very soul was coming undone before his eyes. While she stood there Jim Gordon came up to Bruce and thanked him for mentioning the Iceberg Lounge. It was then she realized Bruce had invited alot of people to help out Oswald. She was just another careless invitation lost in the crowd. She turned her back on Bruce as a tear ran off her cheek. She walked away to the outside of the lounge. A friend of Selina's followed her upset friend outside. When she reached the outside Selina felt like she couldnt breathe when the cold air hit her lungs. She dropped to the ground in depression.
Friend: Selina are you ok?
Selina: He has another woman with him. He never invited me as his date.
Friend: Oh Selina, I tried to tell you. He is Bruce Wayne. He is a multi-billionaire. He isnt going to make time for his secretary.
Selina: I just thought he may have felt something after three years. I mean we have flirty conversations.
Friend: Selina get a grip. You bring the man his coffee and make appointments for the man.
Selina: I guess I am just an assistant after all.
Friend: Selina, your more than that. Your a wonderful person.
Selina: Tell that to Bruce Wayne.
Friend: You can do better than Bruce Wayne. He is an ego maniac with money who only dates supermodels. He is more in love with himself than anyone else. What has he ever done for anybody?
Selina: Your probably right.
Friend: I know I am right besides you have a history of picking the wrong guy. I think you should go against your instincts for once.
Inside the lounge Bruce and Vicky were sitting in one of the V.I.P booths warming up to each other with mild flirts and simple conversation. Bruce was growing fond of Vicky very fast. She had overwhelming beauty. She had even expressed her admiration of Batman in conversation. He still held Racheal close to his heart but the reality of her death was starting to set in. Vicky Vale had come along to help him cope with loosing Racheal. You can only get over a lost love by finding new love. In a distance Bruce could see Oswald waddling over towards him carrying an umbrella and wearing a smile on his pudgy face. Oswald stop just five feet from Bruce and point the umbrella in his face.
Oswald: Reject my offer. The tides have turned Mr. Wayne!
Oswald was apparently still upset over Bruce rejecting his offer. Bruce grew very tense. Vicky shrieked in fear over the angry Oswald. The Iceberg Lounge crowd froze still unsure of what to think. Bruce was without his weapons and armor. The on looking crowd didnt know what to do. Bruce and Oswald were the only two aware of the umbrella gun. Oswald had a glare in his eyes. The umbrella opened and fired on Bruce. He felt his heart racing. The crowd inside the lounge were cheering and laughing. When Bruce opened his eyes he saw confetti slowly floating around his face. Oswald was down on one knee in front of Bruce laughing hysterically. The umbrella seemed to be a party trick instead of a gun. Oswald seemed to be over joyed with the joke. Vicky was still a little upset but saw the humor in the situation quickier than Bruce.
Oswald: Oh c'mon Mr. Wayne. I know you can take a good joke right?
Bruce: I guess these umbrellas have a use after all. I am glad your not taking our meeting personal Oswald.
Oswald: Not all all Bruce
Bruce: Oswald you know how to throw a good party. I will give you that.
Oswald: Who is the dame at your side Bruce?
Bruce: Oswald this is Vicky Vale. She is a reporter for the Gotham Daily press.
Oswald: Always a pleasure to meet such a pretty little bird like yourself miss Vicky Vale.
Vicky: Your club is wonderful Oswald. I am thinking maybe I can do a cover story sometime?
Oswald: Anytime any place Miss Vale.
Oswald took a bow before he waddle away to mingle with other members of the crowd. A smile came over Bruce's face as he tried to enjoy Oswalds joke. Bruce and Vicky continued to talk as the evening went on. At one point even engaging in a romantic kiss in the dimly lit booth of the Iceberg Lounge. It had been so long since Bruce had kissed a woman who wasnt Racheal. He felt like a teenager back in high school. Selina spotted the two kissing and heading over to the booth were the they sat. She was more angry at Bruce than sad. While her friend urged her not to go make trouble she went anyway. Bruce could see Selina walking his way. She was noticeable angry. It was then he realized she had taken his invitation the wrong way. He excused himself from the table so you could meet Selina before she had the chance to reach the table.
Bruce: Selina, are you having fun tonight?
Selina: You know strangely its not at all like I thought it would be.
Bruce: Selina I think I may have been misleading by inviting you tonight.
Selina: Why you've invited half of Gotham. Why would I think I am special?
Bruce: Selina, you are wonderful. You are a true beauty. You are also my friend and employee.
Selina: What are you saying Bruce.
Bruce: I am trying to say that I don't want feelings for me or my feelings toward you to ruin the friendship we have and the work we do together.
Selina: I bring you coffee and type your appointments. You can any Gotham bimbo to do that.
Bruce: Your alot more than just my assistant. You are a joy to have around.
Selina: Bruce I guess I have just had a little to much to drink and gotten my hopes up. This is silly I am going to go home.
Bruce: It would make me feel better if I could give you a ride home.
Selina accepted Bruce's offer. He told her to wait outside the lounge and his limo would be around to pick her up. He went back to the table to explain the situation to Vicky.
Bruce: Vicky one of my co-workers had a little to much to drink tonight. I have got to take her home.
Vicky: Is it the same love sick girl who met us when we came in?
Bruce: Yes, I guess it is.
Vicky: Please Bruce dont act so suprised I would be jealous if I wasnt on your arm tonight. I will stay around and get a story from Oswald. You take her home.
Bruce: I hope we can do this again sometime.
Vicky: Certainly Bruce.
Bruce hated to leave Vicky alone at the club, but felt a responsibility towards Selina. He decided he would send Vicky a gift the next day to further express his apology. Bruce went outside. He waited until his limo pulled up next to him. When he got in he saw a sobbing Selina Kyle. It was going to be a long ride home. He was growing annoyed with everything. Selina had to much to drink that night. She was slurring her words and he body seemed to sway back and forth as she sat in the limo. The reason she had started to cry was embarassment. She never wanted Bruce to see her like this. She had come there that night and acted like a silly school girl with a crush. Now she sat with Bruce in a limo staring out the window with tears in her eyes. Bruce did not know what to say to make Selina feel better. He wasn't sure why she was crying. As the limo drove down the road to Selina's house the two friends sat in complete silence. Bruce decided to make the first conversation.
Bruce: Selina it had been fun. I am just sorry you had to much to drink.
Selina: I dont think I can come to work Bruce.
Bruce: Thats ok if you need to take tomorrow off then you can.
Selina: I mean I cannot comeback at all.
Bruce: Selina do not talk like that. Tonight was just a crazy night.
Selina: Do you honestly not think less of me?
Bruce: Selina I have had my drunken nights. I understand. Your always going to be a friends and a wonderful person in my eyes.
Selina: Thank you Bruce.
The limo continued down the road. Bruce and Selina had in a way resolved the differences of the night. The two never said another word to each other until the limo stop outside of Selina house. It was then Bruce helped Selina inside and they said goodnight to each other.