Gotham Academy
Cassandra Wu-San, Orphan, was in her school uniform, sitting at table by herself, out in the quad, avoiding contact with the other students.
She had her talk with Bruce before leaving the manor, and though she wanted to follow his advice, Cassandra found it better to just keep her distance.
Other than that, the classes were...boring, except for English, as she now studied to help improve her reading.
Cassandra hears two girls whispering about her and turns to face them, annoyed.
She gives them a menacing glare and they quickly turn and walk away.
Cassandra turns to read again and feels the presence of two people sit beside her.
"I take it socializing isn't going well?" Says Tim Drake, the 3rd and current Robin, and adoptive brother.
(People here are idiots.) She motions in ASL, and Stephanie Brown, Spoiler, Cassandra's best friend, chuckles.
"Not all of them. Only the rich kids." Steph assures her.
"Well not all rich kids either...just the d-bags." Tim says and from across him, he sees his bully/rival.
"Especially the d-bags." He and the two glare at each other.
Stephanie sees this and intertwines her hand with Tim's.
"You're gonna have to deal with him, babe." She tells him and Tim sighs.
"I know, I know." He retorts and Cassandra raises an eyebrow.
"I know that, it's just...he's...ugh." He says, annoyed and Cassandra raises an eyebrow, confused.
(Who is he?) She asks and Tim sighs.
"Ulysses Armstrong. My rival and overall pain in my ass." Tim says, annoyed.
"He's also a genius just as smart as Tim." Steph informs and Tim gives her a petrified look.
"Whoa, Whoa! He's smart, but he is not smart as me!" Tim points out and Stephanie chuckles.
"Of course, my mistake." She teases and pecks him on the cheek.
Tim folds his arms, smiling a bit, and check his texts, seeing a message from Bruce.
"Bruce wants all of us at the gala tonight. Not just Dick and Barbara." Tine informs and Stephanie grins.
"A gala? I'll need a dress. So will Cass." She says and Tim nods.
"I mean, yeah. That's usually what you wear to a gala." He answers and Stephanie leans on his shoulder.
"You know what that means, right?" She questions, giddiness in her voice and Tim nods.
"Yep." He says, and looks at Stephanie.
"It's gonna be a long time at the mall, isn't it?" Tim asks and Stephanie chuckles.
"Yes. Yes, it will."
Gotham General Hospital
"The bullet went through her side, thankfully it didn't hit any vital organs, however she did lose a lot of blood. But she will recover. She'll be out of here within three days or two." One of the doctors said as he was speaking to Kate Kane, cousin to Bruce Wayne, and Detective Harvey Bullock of the G.C.P.D.
"Can we talk to her?" Kate asks, concerned.
"She needs her rest, Ms. Kane. I would advise against-" The doctor starts but Bullock interrupts him.
"C'mon doc! It'll be a few minutes, tops!" He assures and the doctor sighs, before nodding.
"Ten minutes, nothing more." The doctor tells them, and both give him looks of confirmation and are let into the room.
Kate pulls a chair up to Renee's bedside as Bullock takes off his hat, and lets a out heavy breath.
Renee wakes up and sees them, a smile forms on her face and she kisses Kate on the lips.
"Hey." She greets and Kate chuckles, a tear rolling down her cheek.
"Hey." Kate retorts and Bullock lets out a chuckle.
"What no love for ol' Harv?" He jokes and Renee laughs and Bullock comes to her bedside for a hug.
"Hey Bullock. No Commissioner?" Renee asks and Bullock shakes his head.
"He wanted to come, but got stuck in a meeting about the Wayne Gala tonight." He explains and Renee nods.
"But forget about that. How are you doing?" Bullock asks, concerned.
"Besides the bullet wound? Pretty well all things considered." She assures and Kate intertwines her hand with hers.
"What happened? They said it was during the prison transport." Kate says and Renee nods.
"The Misfits. Catman, Humpty Dumpty and Chancer broke out of their own selection transports and freed Killer Moth. Then afterwards they sent their goons to kill any witnesses." Renee explains and Bullock raises an eyebrow.
"What happened to the Goons?" He asks and Renee sighs.
"Dead." She admits and both Kate and Bullock's eyes widen.
"You took-" Kate starts but Renee interrupts her, to properly explain.
"No, babe. It was...a guy." She answers and Bullock is even more confused.
"A guy? Just random guy?" He reiterates and Renee nods.
"I couldn't believe it either. But yeah, one, random guy killed 10 men. Well, 9 actually." She follows up.
"What happened to the tenth guy?" Kate asks.
"Simple. He got a road flare shoved up his ass." Renee reveals and the two grimace at the image now planted in their heads.
"Jesus Christ! That is brutal...who was this guy?" Bullock asks and Renee lets out a breath.
"I dunno. But the way he fought...it was familiar." Renee says and Kate raises an eyebrow.
"Familar how?" She questions and Renee looks up in thought.
"He fought like a street fighter. But more importantly..." Renee pauses and turns to face them both.
"...He fought like one of the Bats."
Crime Alley
"This is your room. Sorry for not having a bed. But the bathroom is on the right. And the closet is right here."
A man explains as Jason walks in and examines the place, looking around.
"It's cool. I can sleep on the floor." He says and places his duffle bag against the wall.
"Okay. If you need anything kid, I'll be downstairs. First room on the left." The landlord tells him and Jason nods.
"Thanks sir." He says, showing gratitude and the landlord leaves.
As he does, Jason then kneels and opens his bag, examining his new gear.
"Thank you...Talia."
Days Eariler: Infinity Island
Talia, Cheshire, Onyx and Sensei were all out in front of the Monastery, watching as the mystics opened the portal.
"So this is where Red's been the whole time? In a hidden temple training with mystic monks?" Onyx questions and Sensei gives her a look.
"The All-Caste are more than just "mystic monks." They are a hidden order. More ancient and powerful than the League of Shadows. Their better in every way." Sensei explains and Cheshire gives him a look.
"They must be really powerful as you claim. Considering you respect them." She states and Sensei nods.
Then Jason steps out with his duffle, wearing his League attire, but with his hood down, and mask off, surprising Talia and Sensei.
"Welcome back." Talia greets and Jason bows before her.
"It is good to be back, Lady Al Ghul." He says in a full sentence, further surprising them.
"Hmph. Your speech is back to normal." A voice says and exiting the Monastery was Ra's Al Ghul, with Damian in his arms.
They all bow at his presence and Ra's stands in front of Jason.
"Rise, Todd. There is no more need for that." Ra's assures and Jason returns to standing.
"Am I wrong to suspect that your time with the All-Caste was...educational?" He asks and Jason nods his head, smiling a bit.
"Yes, Great One. More than educational, in fact." Jason says and looks to see Damian smiling at him.
"Heh. Hey little one." He greets, smiling brightly at the young Al Ghul.
Ra's noticed Jason slight change in expression and raised an eyebrow.
"What is on your mind, child?" He asks and Jason lets out a breath and locks eyes with Ra's.
"I wish to return home. To Gotham." Jason informs him and his expression changes to one of slight surprise, but stays stoic.
"Really? And what would you seek there?" Ra's asks and Jason pauses for a moment before answering.
"Closure." He answers and Ra's nods in approval.
"Very well. I will have a transport for you ready in a few moments. Would you like to say your goodbyes?" Ra's questions and Jason nods.
Ra's then gives him to hold Damian, and starts heading inside the Monastery.
Jason looks down at Damian and sees the saddened look on his face.
"Don't leave, alharis al'ahmar." Damian says and Jason sighs, but a smile creeps onto his face.
"I have to. But look on the bright side. I get to tell your father about you." He tells him and Damian's face brightens up.
"Really?" He asks and Jason nods in confirmation.
"Of course , young Master..." Jason says then Talia comes towards them.
"But that is if...your mother allows it." He finishes and hands him to Talia who gives Jason a knowing look.
"You may tell him, Jason. But only if you deem him ready to know." She informs him and Jason smiles.
"Thank you." He says then Talia extends her hand.
"Your bag." She states and Jason hands it to her, then Talia walks into the Monastery with Damian.
Jason looks over at Sensei, who gives him a small smile, and the two give each other a look of respect.
Then Jason walks over to Cheshire and Onyx, who were still confused by the situation.
"So...You're leaving?" Onyx asks and Jason nods.
"Yes. My time here is over. My memories have returned. There's nothing else for me here. You guys will eventually find the peace you're looking for. Trust me. Trust in Sensei and the Great One." Jason advises and the two share a look before nodding.
Then Jason hears a helicopter being started and starts to head towards the Helipad, but looks back at the two women.
"One last thing...take care of the kid, okay?"He asks and they nod. Jason smirks then continues walking to the helipad.
Once there, he sees Talia standing there with his bag in hand.
Jason stops once near the helicopter and stands next to her.
"So, you're sending me off?" He jokes and Talia chuckles a bit.
"It would seem so." She says and hands Jason back his bag.
"Jason. You are a good person. I know you are too headstrong for your own good. But please...try to be careful. And good luck." Talia states and Jason smiles at that.
"Thanks, Talia. For...pretty much everything." He says and Talia gives him a soft smile.
"You are welcome Jason." She answers and Jason gets into the helicopter and closes the door.
The helicopter starts ascending into the air, and Jason looks over the island.
He lets out a breath, then looks over at his duffle and opens it.
His eyes widen in surprise, but he chuckles to himself.
"This is something else."
Now
Jason then reaches into his duffle, and grasps an object and takes it out. He holds out in front of his face and examines it.
"Heh. What better way to get back at the Clown than to steal his old gimmick?" He says to himself as the camera nows pans to a red helmet.
Jason smirks, and runs a hand over the mask.
"Let's make tonight a debut. Shall we?"