Wayne, Bruce Wayne ( BATMAN-DCAU AU)

by gameboy5432

Bruce had not been born with the wisdom and knowledge he had now, but even so he regretted his youthful folly as when he was 16 after he left Zatara and Zatanna for Japan but before studying there he decided to invest on his future public persona as a useless trust fund brat by producing, financing and starring in an ego trip of a movie that had all the makings of a colossal disast

25. Chapter 25

**Reaction to the Final Scene in *Lazarus***

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The final scene of *Lazarus* sent shockwaves through the audience, leaving fans breathless as Bruce Wayne and Terry McGinnis—Bond's past and future—shared the screen in an unexpected, high-stakes moment. After two hours of relentless action, intrigue, and deception, the stakes were raised even higher in the closing seconds as the film's underlying plot took a darker turn, hinting at the looming threat of global chaos.

"All agents come in!"

**Inside MI6's Headquarters, Q and M watched the live feed from the casino on high alert.**

Q:
"Both* of them? At once? I must be dreaming…" Q said in alarm

M (stone-faced)
"Protocol 10 has been initiated. This is no dream, Q. We're at DEFCON 3."

This line sent a cold wave of realization through the audience. The Lazarus Project, which had quietly unfolded throughout the movie, was now being revealed as part of a much larger conspiracy. The warning lights in the MI6 headquarters, flashing red as DEFCON 3 was announced, confirmed the severity of the threat.

Back at the poker table, Terry and Bruce exchanged knowing glances as the camera zoomed in, tension crackling in the air. Terry, sharp as ever in his tuxedo, exuded a mix of confidence and unease. Bruce, calm and calculating, was already one step ahead, as always. Their unspoken chemistry was electric.

Terry (smirking):

"Shall we?"

Bruce (smiling a great big grin):

"After you."

The moment Bruce Wayne, wearing Emilio Largo's iconic white suit and eye patch, raised his wrist to his mouth so he could use the hidden comms in the watch, signaling directly to Q, the theater erupted into whispers. Bruce's calm, commanding voice, laced with the unmistakable gravitas that had defined his portrayal of Bond for years, came through clearly.

**The theater was dead silent, holding its collective breath.**

Bruce
"This is 007. We'll be on our way, Q."

The crowd in theaters went wild—cheers, gasps, and murmurs all blending into a cacophony of excitement as Bruce once again uttered the legendary codename. For the first time in the movie, the gravity of *both* men's legacies was undeniable. It wasn't just a passing of the torch—Bruce Wayne was still very much in play.

The entire audience knew they were witnessing something historic: the two legends of Gotham and Bond lore, side by side, facing the most dangerous threat of their careers.

Just before the screen cut to black, Terry stood up, adjusting his cufflinks, while Bruce followed suit with a composed nod. They were ready to face the Lazarus conspiracy head-on. As the Bond theme swelled to its crescendo, the two men walked toward the camera, side by side.

And then, that final note—a powerful silence before the credits began to roll.

Sitting in front of a panel of holographic displays, Q, played by a sardonic yet slightly alarmed figure, couldn't hide his astonishment. He turned to M, who was already issuing orders to prepare for the worst.

*On a Remote Island:**

Far away, seven shadowy figures with white masks sat in the darkness, watching the trailer unfold on a massive screen. Their expressions were hidden, but their eyes burned with interest. As Terry and Bruce stood side by side at the table, the figures leaned forward.

**In unison, they spoke softly:**
"Fresh meat."

They grinned behind their masks, already plotting their next move. The stakes had never been higher. The Lazarus Project was only the beginning.

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**Social Media Erupted:**

- ** NeoGothamWatcher:** "BRUCE WAYNE SAID 'THIS IS 007.' I AM SCREAMING! The legend lives on! #Lazarus #007 #TerryMcGinnis #BondLegacy"

- ** BeyondtheLens:** "THE FINAL SHOT. BOTH OF THEM! TERRY AND BRUCE. THAT *PROTOCOL 10* TEASE. What's coming next? #Lazarus #BondIsBack #Protocol10"

- ** MI6Files:** "DEFCON 3? Protocol 10? What does this mean for the Bond universe? *Lazarus* has just rewritten the game. #Bond #Lazarus #MI6"

- ** FanatixGotham:** "When Bruce said, 'After you,' I lost it. The mentor and the protege, side by side. *Chef's kiss.* #Lazarus #BondBeyond #McGinnisAndWayne"

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**Celebrity Reactions:**

Across Neo-Gotham, celebrities and filmmakers reacted to the bold, cinematic decision to have Bruce Wayne and Terry McGinnis—two iconic characters—share the screen in such a pivotal moment.

- **Selina Kyle, retired cat burglar turned media mogul:**
"Bruce always liked a dramatic entrance. Never thought I'd see him back in that world. I have to admit, I was impressed."

- **Dana Tan, Terry's longtime partner:**
"I knew Terry had it in him to carry the Bond legacy, but *that* final scene? Bruce and Terry together? It was something else."

- **Tim Drake, son of Bruce Wayne:**
"Bruce had a plan, like always. But this? He just changed the game. People aren't ready for what's coming."

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First Generation Justice Leageue

Meanwhile, in a distant corner of space, the retired members of the Justice League gathered around their own screens, watching the trailer with amusement and intrigue.

**Clark Kent (Superman):**
"Well, looks like Bruce couldn't resist stepping back into the limelight."

(Wonder Woman)
"More like stepping into the shadows and pulling all the strings. That's always been his way."

Clark (chuckling):
"Terry's handling it well. He's becoming quite the Bond."

Wally (The Flash):
"Yeah, but what's *Protocol 10*? Leave it to Bruce to leave us all guessing…"

As the Justice League shared knowing smiles, one thing was certain: whatever was coming next, it had their full attention.