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Chapter 491 - 491.

Carmine Falcone, former crime boss, is currently in prison due to the efforts of Batman. However his mansion was never taken down, the Falcone Manor still standing near the outskirts of town, now bought by Oswald Cobblepot, the Penguin. Today was a large event for the building however as it was now hosting what Cobblepot hopes is an annual event, the Iceberg Gala.

The mansion was walled off of course, a three story building made of brick only barely one hundred years old. Built in a style to copy English manors, it was often compared to Wayne Manor which stood only a little more than half a mile away. Guards, the well dressed mercenaries Cobblepot employed, were stationed all over the place, with two standing at the main gate where the guests arrived.

 

Walking down the red carpet, sneaking in among the guests, one woman caught the attention of the cameras waiting outside taking pictures. Passing by all of them, she had a smirk on her masked face. Her dress was stunning, while it reached to her ankles it had slits on either side exposing all the way up to her hips, revealing all of her black and purple garter belt stockings and the strings of her black lace thong. 

The top of the dress didn't seem to conceal much either, her sides were exposed, the fabric going up to her breasts to barely conceal her ample and athletic figure. The dress itself was a seductive dark purple satin with ornate designs running down the fabric that clung to her body, up to her elbows she wore black gloves as well. Lastly was most notable, a purple satin mask that covered her nose to the top of her head, with cat ears sitting pretty.

 

All the paparazzi were too enthralled by this seductive maiden to realize this was no ordinary woman, but a woman named Selina, the famous or infamous Catwoman. Reaching between her breasts she pulled out her invitation, flashing it at the guards before she continued on. Her raven black hair that hung down to her shoulder blades bobbed as much as her cleavage did as she walked onward in her black high heels. Luckily everyone was wearing masks, so aside from her dress, she didn't stand out.

The red carpet led into the house, past the main hall with stairs that led up to the second floor and to the dining hall. It had been converted into a party room with guests at smaller tables enjoying their drinks together. Through the glass doors was the venue of party itself, a large smooth dance floor set up in the large and flat back yard. Catwoman noticed two cameras, one in the main hall and another in the dining hall, but none besides those, the main security being the men in black suits with guns.

 

Selina looked around for a few moments, scanning the crowd of rich and semi-rich people, Cobblepot was desperate for an audience it seems. She had to mingle to provide herself with an alibi, so she walked around looking for someone interesting. As she wandered the party, catching plenty of attention, she felt a hand touch her shoulder, looking over her shoulder, she saw a man around her age.

He was dressed very expensively, a fine three piece suit, the white jacket and pants looked to have buttons made of silver. The vest was a striped gray, able to be seen as the jacket was unbuttoned, and the shirt was a deep blue with a black tie. His mask however was a simple white, plain and more in line with the rest of the crowd. Lastly he wore pure white gloves and gray shoes to finish the look. However, that masculine jawline and that jet black well kept hair could all be covered, but Selina could never forget those pale blue eyes.

 

Selina: "Well, fancy meeting Gotham's Prince here."

 

The man smiled seeing her, she'd learned to tell the difference between his fake smile and his real smile by now, this was a genuine one. Bruce Wayne, most likely the richest man in Gotham, quite possibly all of America, with his own heart of gold to top it off.

 

Bruce: "I got an invitation, can't say no to a party, I'd lose my credibility as the playboy of Gotham."

She took two steps closer to press her body up against his, her jade eyes matching his blue eyes through their masks. The idea of stealing this man's heart drove her wild, ever since they were young, she wanted to keep him all to herself.

Selina: "Maybe losing those playboy marks wouldn't be so bad, just think of all the fun you could have if you became… Exclusive…" She purred those words right into his ear, knowing she'd get a response from him.

Bruce: "Exclusive? And what would that be like?" He leaned in as well, taking in her seductive perfumed scent.

 

Selina: "Maybe we'll find out, won't we?"

 

The two were tantalizingly close, their lips a mere inch from each other and their eyes locked to the others gaze. But just as Bruce moved to close the distance, a loud crashing noise came from another part of the room. Penguin had arrived and very aggressively shoved a guest out of the way. With a grin on his face, Oswald Cobblepot began to make a speech to welcome everyone to his party. 

 

Bruce: "Excuse me."

 

When he looked back at where Selina was, she was gone. He quickly looked around the crowd to find she had disappeared on him. He smiled to himself and began to walk back through the crowd.

 

Bruce: "So that's what that feels like…"

 

It was pretty clear she wasn't here for a party, slipping away from the crowd Selina went down one of the side hallways, just out of view of the partygoers or the staff. She pulled a lockpick from her stockings and unlocked a door leading to a smaller hallway and a staircase leading up. 

She ascended the stairs to the second floor. Once there, rather than brave the hallways, she moved to a window and opened it steadily. Climbing out she grabbed onto the roof drain pipe to climb up to the top floor, from there, she climbed into the nearest window. Once she slipped in she found herself in an empty dining room with all the furnishings. 

 

Inspecting the room she saw all the fine decorations, all of them honestly worthless, but more importantly she saw no vents she could use. With a sigh, she walked to the door to carefully peek out of it. She was just in time to see someone about to enter the room, in an instant, she jumped off the floor and extended her claws from her gloves to grab onto the wall above the door. Climbing out of the way as one of the staff came in to clean things. With the door open and already up there, she climbed into the hall that way. 

 

Jumping down to the floor, she steadily walked to the stairs, the last set before she could get to Cobblepot's office. Just a single guard was keeping watch there, looking around casually, looking pretty bored. Selina knew just what to do to get rid of him.

 

She reached between her breasts and took out a small black device, tossing it past the guard onto the stairs. When it landed, she took out another device and pushed the button on it, causing the first device to play music. Confused, he turned around to see where it was coming from, walking up the stairs he bent down to pick it up. 

 

Moving quickly to get behind him, she ran up the stairs making a bit of noise. The guard looked over his shoulder just in time to be kicked in the nose by Catwoman, tumbling backwards and hitting his head on the foot of the stairs, out cold. With that taken care of she continued up the stairs, briefly spotting the two guards waiting at the door to the office.

 

Selina hid around the corner while the guards spoke, drawing a tool from her other stocking was some sort of small round device. She threw it at the guards and in a silent flash the two were blinded, easy prey for Catwoman to swoop on and grab both, slamming their heads against the brick wall. 

 

They fell into a heap on the floor, alive, but they'd definitely feel that later. Quietly she approached the door and opened it up easily. Catwoman smirked as she stepped inside.

 

Selina: "Too easy, Cobblepot. Not like I expected much after all."

 

Penguin's office was lavish with at least some floor space to not be cramped, his large wooden desk took up most of the space. A giant portrait of him hung proudly on the wall, watching over everything like a king. On the desk was a computer that looked top of the line about a decade ago, but of course it had all kinds of gold and silver decorations on it. If only she could steal that too, it'd be worth an absolute fortune. But Selina kept her eye on the prize, stepping around the large desk and opening up each drawer to search for what she was after.

 

A necklace formed of deep purple stones, each star connected to the next by a thin chain. In the center hung three larger jewels, their facets catching the light like diamonds. Selina's eyes shimmered and her smirk grew into a grin.

 

Selina: "My my, look at this beauty… I'm definitely taking you home."

 

She pulled it over her head, wearing it now before she moved to Cobblepot's computer. He didn't even password protect the thing, his blowhard nature made him arrogant as hell. It made him all the easier to steal from of course. Taking a flash drive from between her breasts, she plugged it into the computer and began downloading the necessary evidence she needed. Everything from security footage to his messages, anything that could be worth something.

 

As she waited for it to complete, the doors flung open, four guards moving into the office before the Penguin himself stepped in. A portly man with a long nose and somewhat pale skin, dressed up in a tuxedo, top hat, monocle and fine black and white shoes, a cane in his hand as he waddled forward.

 

Penguin: "GwahaHA! On top of the Bat, it looks like we got a pretty little intruder, boys! A pretty little cat sticking er nose where it don't belong."

 

Selina: "Do we have to do this, Cobblepot? My day has been going so well."

 

Penguin: "And just let ya get away with this? Not a chance, especially if Batbastard is sniffing around. Boys, get that bitch!"

 

Knowing the office wouldn't offer much room to fight on, she quickly ran to the office's balcony. Stepping out, she was too high up to jump, but she could make this work as she turned to face the goons coming after her.

 

The first guard stepped towards Catwoman, fists up and ready to fight, quickly Selina took a half step back, ready too. Quickly she stepped forward, punching him in the jaw to start with, recovering quickly he shoved her away from him, she got down into a low stance, almost like she was going to pounce. He charged forward with a big swing of his fist, only for the cat to roll to the side and jump at his back, slashing his side with her claws and causing him to cry out. 

In anger he swung at her again with a full swing, she merely sidestepped this time before hopping off the ground with a twirl and clubbing him in the head with her leg. Staggered, he took a couple steps away from her, only for Catwoman to move in with quick jabs to his torso, grabbing his shoulders, and shoving her knee between his legs. He doubled over and she tapped his chin with the point of her shoe to make him look up at her, before he was then stomp kicked onto his back, down and out.

 

She moved behind the balcony door as two more guards ran out onto the balcony, she quickly moved to one of them, grabbing his shoulder and forcing him to face her. When he did, she grabbed him by the chin, almost going for a kiss before yanking his head down and swinging a kick to his head, taking him out. His buddy quickly noticed and went for his gun, only to get his arm slashed by Catwoman's claws, so he took a step back and put his fists up.

He moved in and punched with a straight, only for his target to dodge to the left and slash him across the cheek with her claws. He fell to his knees clutching the bleeding wound before she swept her heel the side of his head, throwing him down.

 

When she looked at the last goon, he looked at his friends, then back at her, before bolting back through the balcony door. Penguin watched as the final thug ran away, defeated by the infamous Catwoman. She strutted past him, every movement oozing confidence and sex appeal. He knew better than to try anything, but he looked her body over anyway. She walked past him without a care, leaving him frustrated. But he knew he could never be her physical match. Swiping the full flash drive from the computer, stuffing it between her breasts before giving him a casual gesture on her way out.

 

Selina: "Too bad, Cobblepot, better luck next time."

 

That taunt however got to him, with a growl, he grabbed his phone from his pocket and dialed a number quickly. As she disappeared from view, heading towards her exit, he called someone to take care of this situation for him.

 

Now that she had humiliated the Penguin, she didn't bother sneaking back out of his office, especially since his guards were taken out. Kicking the door of the dining room open, she continued toward the window she came in on. Before she could reach it however, the other dining room door was thrown open, through it came a limber looking woman.

 

Her leather pants clung to every curve of her hips and backside, accentuating her voluptuous and athletic figure. She wore a tight crop top that left most of her midriff exposed, showing off her toned abs and pierced navel. The metal claws on her fingers glinted dangerously as they caught the light, making her look like some kind of predator ready to strike at any moment. Her hair was spiky and wild, giving her an edgy appearance that matched her attitude perfectly, her shining green eyes were locked onto Selina, set on a backdrop of black face paint around her eyes. With a smirk across her lips as she walked barefoot towards Selina, who for a moment felt like this woman was stealing her bit.

 

Selina: "So, you're Cobblepot's last hope to stop me?"

 

Copperhead: "That's right, the name's Copperhead, puta, and you are never going to escape me."

 

Selina: "Your name is Copperhead puta? Not what I'd go for."

 

The assassin frowned, but smirked again and licked her lips. In an instant she charged forward towards Catwoman, who moved quickly back out of the way of Copperhead's claws when she swiped at her. Selina extended the claws in her own gloves and slashed back, Copperhead pushing herself back with her foot to evade that attack herself. Stepping forward, the thief launched herself up to knee Copperhead in the jaw, the assassin flipped backwards to counter this by kicking her opponent in the gut, sending her back.

 

Both were equally dexterous, and Selina knew from rumors that Copperhead had poison in her claws. She couldn't afford to let her land a hit with those at all. She grabbed a nearby dining chair and threw it at the assassin, who simply kicked it aside. In the same motion she grabbed a knife from the table and threw it at the thief, who managed to deflect the flying blade with her claws. If this wasn't such an intense fight, she'd be complimenting Copperhead's skill.

 

Moving in, Selina raised her arm to slash with her claws, Copperhead did the same, only for the thief to step back just as Copperhead swung her arm, swiping nothing. Catwoman stepped back in and cross kicked the assassin onto the table. Quickly recovering, she saw Selina jump up on it with her, readying her claws. With an excited grin, Copperhead jumped forward at her once more.

 

They moved with incredible speed, each one trying to gain the upper hand. Their claws flashed in the moonlight from the open window, leaving trails of sparks behind them as they struck at each other again and again. Neither could land a solid hit, both too quick to dodge and counter the other's attacks. Selina's breath grew heavy as she fought harder, her muscles burning with exertion. Copperhead was relentless, hissing as she pushed forward but she wasn't doing much better. Suddenly, Selina saw her chance and lunged, her claws aimed right for copperhead's throat. But the assassin was too quick, pulling back in time to evade the strike, only for Catwoman to shred open her crop top, leaving it hanging limply and uselessly. 

 

This gave Copperhead an opening however, quickly slashing her claws at the thief and managing to land a cut on Selina's back. Catwoman cried out in pain, turning quickly to face her opponent again, the adrenaline holding off the poison for the moment before Copperhead jumped onto her back. She wrapped her arms and legs around Selina, tightly constricting her, preparing to stab her with her claws again. Selina moved just in time to flop back and fall off the table, landing hard on Copperhead. 

 

The assassin let go, letting Selina roll to her feet, the dress was starting to get in her way in this fight. Quietly she wished she had thought to bring her suit, but that wasn't an issue she could fix now. Copperhead herself pushed up on her palms and fluidly moved into a handstand, bending backwards to stand up straight. How she moved was unnatural, her long tongue slithered from her mouth, licking her lips as she prepared for the kill. No, Selina could tell that was the poison making her hallucinate, she had to end this. Copperhead got down low, crawling quickly towards Catwoman to quickly jab her claws at her torso.

 

Each strike came just barely close to Selina's skin, close enough to shred the midsection of her fine dress. Catwoman was just barely shoving the assassin's hands aside to avoid being impaled like this. With that move failing Copperhead jumped, grabbing onto Selina's shoulders and flipping around to grab onto her back. Raising her hand she moved to slash the thief's throat, just barely stopping from killing her thanks to Selina catching her by her wrist. 

 

With that move thwarted again, Copperhead backflipped off the thief's back, landing on her feet while Selina stumbled forward. The assassin grabbed knives from the table and threw them at Catwoman, who was still stable enough to sidestep out of the way of the knives. Copperhead however could see her target was wearing down, she just had to end it. Charging forward, arms outstretched with her now fanged mouth wide open, looking like some kind of horror movie monster. Just before reaching Selina, Copperhead leapt up with her hands over her head, bringing them down in one big slash.

 

Catching Copperhead by her wrists, Selina now looked right into the eyes of this assassin. Copperhead returned her gaze with a psychotic smile, Copperhead stepped forward and kicked off of Selina's thigh, flipping backwards. This was it, the last move of the fight, both knew exactly what to do. 

 

The assassin charged forward on all fours before leaping towards Selina, claws aimed right at her. However her attack didn't land, Selina stepped forward and sidestepped Copperhead, whose claws just barely slashed Selina's dress. When Copperhead landed on the ground, she turned just in time to see Catwoman lift her leg up over her head and bring it down in a hard axe kick, sending the assassin face first into the hardwood floor. Selina pressed her spiked heel into Copperhead's back, making sure the assassin was out, and after a blow like that she certainly was.

 

With a sigh and a smirk, Selina stepped off of her before heading back to the window. On her way there however, she groaned, falling to her knees just at the foot of the window, Copperhead's poison was getting to her now. She leaned against the wall feeling weak, when a shadow loomed over her. Looking up, she saw Batman standing in front of her, carefully picking her up in his arms as she passed out.

 

She wasn't sure how long she was out, but Selina eventually woke up, groaning, but the pain was numbed. She was laying on concrete, up on top of a rooftop away from the Penguin. She felt the poison was gone, since she didn't feel it weakening her anymore. Batman must have cured her of it as he was the first thing she saw when she opened her eyes. She groaned, still feeling sore as she looked at the dark knight kneeling over her. 

 

The vigilante's costume was iconic, recognizable from anywhere. The dark gray bodysuit hugged every curve and bulge, accentuating his muscular physique, which Selina loved to admire. Armor plates covered his forearms and shins, protecting him from any harm, a thick belt held various gadgets and weapons, ready for whatever danger came their way. He also wore an armored neck piece that extended up the back of his neck and down to his shoulders, more protection came with the armored cowl over his head concealed his face, making it impossible for most people to tell who was behind the mask. The cape flowed out behind him like black bat wings, adding to the intimidation factor. No one would ever mistake him for anything other than Batman when he wore that suit. It made him look powerful, invincible, and ready to take on any foe. Though seeing those cool blue eyes behind the mask, Selina always knew who was under the suit.

 

Batman: "Are you alright?"

 

Selina: "Now that I'm waking up to my knight in midnight armor, I couldn't be better." She seductively purred those words as she steadily sat up. "So, looking for this?"

 

She reached between her breasts, after a moment, she stopped and continued to feel around until Batman held up the flash drive himself. Selina looked at him, pouting at the stoic costumed hero.

 

Selina: "You reached in when I was knocked out. That's no fun!"

 

Batman: "It fell out, that place isn't exactly the most secure place you could have put it."

 

He put the drive into a pocket on his utility belt as Selina sighed. Regardless, she was thrilled to see him, and pretty happy that she managed to do all of this mostly on her own. Both stood up and looked into each other's eyes, Selina putting her hands on the hero's chest. She could look into his eyes all day, but she had a question to ask first.

 

Selina: "So, while I was busy basically being a spy, what were you up to, Bat?"

 

Batman: "Penguin was setting up to kidnap, rob, and ransom all of his guests. I managed to keep anyone from dying and let the potential hostages go. I then found Penguin trying to flee, muttering about how you got on his nerves, before I took him to the police myself. Then I returned to find you poisoned, cured you, and now here we are. It was interesting to see you fall for me the moment I arrived."

 

Hearing all of this, Selina was silent, staring now wide eyed at Batman, before groaning and putting her forehead on his chest. While she wanted to laugh at his joke, she felt frustrated too.

 

Selina: "Damn it, I should have been helping you with all of that. Now my whole role seems woefully insufficient…"

 

Batman: "You managed to gain enough evidence to put Penguin away for a long time. That's quite the accomplishment."

 

She sighed and stepped back from him to look at herself and her ruined dress, torn and shredded at the seams, almost beyond repair. While she was disappointed for the moment, a naughty idea crossed her and she looked into Batman's eyes. Keeping that gaze locked, she reached for the top of her dress, first unzipping it, before tugging on it and letting it drop away from her. Selina didn't bother covering anything, exposing her ample bosom to her Dark Knight.

 

Her breasts were full and round, nipples hardening in the cool night air as she stretched languidly to further emphasize them. Batman's eyes followed the movement, transfixed by her beauty, despite the stoic look on his face. Without hesitation, she approached him, pressing against his chest and feeling his heat through the fabric of his suit. He stiffened in more ways than one, Selina lifted her knee to press against the bulge forming in his bat suit as she whispered into his ear.

 

Selina: "I think I need to reward my hero, Bat. What do you say to doing it right here, under this beautiful Gotham night sky?"

 

The Dark Knight couldn't think of a reason to refuse, grabbing her thighs, he lifted her up effortlessly and felt her wrap around him. His lips found hers, hot and insistent as their tongues quickly started to wrestle between their lips. As they kissed, he felt her hands move between them towards his waist, unbuckling his belt. She used her high heels to push the belt down and his pants dropped to the ground, revealing his erection. She didn't stop making out with him, even as she ran her fingers along his length. He groaned, feeling her warmth against his skin. 

 

She pushed on his shoulders and climbed off of him, then kneeling in front of him and beginning to kiss his length, from his balls to his tip. Once at her destination, she swirled her tongue around it slowly, watching his muted expression past his mask, still wearing her own mask as she smiled widely at him. This made her so wet, to make love almost publicly, in their masks, letting their desire pour out. Her own desire started to drip down her inner thighs. 

 

She took him in her mouth without hesitation, sucking and licking with skill. He let out a low groan, feeling her tongue around him. Her free hand cupped his sac, squeezing and rubbing. It was too much for him to bear, and he thrust into her mouth, wanting more. She took all of him, easily, deepthroating his whole cock all the way down to his balls, and she moaned around him loving it. He could feel her throat work around him, tightening and relaxing as she worked her erotic magic. Eventually he did what she loved in this position, reaching down, grabbing a fistful of her hair, and yanking her whole head towards him into his thrusting hips.

 

Catwoman couldn't help it, she loved when he got aggressive, and her hand went from his sac, down her belly, before pushing into her lace thong to play with her clit. Selina rubbed her moistness with her fingers quickly, desperate to cum as the man she loved fucked her throat. Eventually she felt him throb, she responded by shoving two fingers into herself and sucking harder than before, her wet noises filling the air. 

 

After a few more moments, Batman held her head with both hands and held her tight to the base of his cock. It erupted hot spunk down her throat, giving her plenty to take and even some to taste. Not wanting to waste it, Selina swallowed each drop, feeling her body quiver as she was so close to cumming herself.

 

She pulled back and panted, looking up at her lover before laying on the ground, spreading her legs in a full split. Catwoman's thong was soaked in her juices, Batman grabbed it and tore it off of her in his eagerness. With her wet slit exposed, he knelt before her and grabbed her thighs tightly. She felt like a beast in heat, gushing with desire, wanting all of him. Selina didn't have to wait long as he aggressively pushed his cock deep inside her wet folds. She moaned in ecstasy as he took what was his, his hips ramming hard to her, fucking her like she deserved.

 

The thief arched beneath him, loving the force of his movements. He held her down as if he was keeping her from escaping the ecstasy. It was exhilarating, wild and intense. He slammed into her again and again, feeling her walls clench around him.

 

Selina: "More! More, Bat, more!" She was screaming for him now, her lust was reaching its climax.

 

He of course obliged, reaching between them to find her clit, rubbing it until she came undone. She clenched and came around him, throwing her head back and tightly leg locking him in this position. Selina panted, gasped, her mind in a complete haze before Batman leaned over her, covering her in his cloak.

 

Batman: "I'm not finished with you…"

 

Selina: "Do… Do I look tired yet? Fuck me, Bruce, fuck me hard!"

 

Obeying her wishes, he gripped her thighs tight, lifting them high and holding them against her chest, pinning her now in a mating press. His pace quickened, hitting her G-spot over and over causing her to writhe beneath him, crying out into the night air. He felt her orgasm building again already and pressed harder in response, determined to make her come. She screamed in lust, bucking against him as she climaxed. The powerful release left her weak and shaking, followed quickly by another erotic sensation as Bruce rammed deep inside her, emptying his full balls inside this pussycat's pussy.

 

Her eyes rolled back and she laid back on the roof they were still on, spunk dribbling out of her and onto the roof. Bruce brought her to her senses once more by kissing her tenderly, she closed her eyes and kissed him back in response, wrapping her arms around his shoulders. When the kiss broke, he smiled at her, a smile she returned.

Selina: "So, you'll be carrying me home, right?"

 

Bruce: "In your state? That's pretty likely."

 

Selina: "What? Don't think I can go home both naked, dripping, and bandaged? Not even a comment about me making a mess of the Batmobile's seats?"

 

Bruce: "Not this time."

 

He held his hand out to her, she looked at it, before realizing he wanted the necklace she stole, which probably belonged to someone else. When she thought about how much she wanted it, she gave him puppydog eyes and pouted. With a sigh, he decided to let her keep it, for now anyway. Bruce pulled out slowly and stood up, pulling up his pants and buckling his utility belt back up. He looked her over like this and took off his long black cape, handing it to her. Selina stood and wrapped herself in his cape and smiled up at him mischievously.

 

Selina: "Guess what, you're not getting this cape back for a good long while."

 

Bruce: "I'll get it back eventually. Until then, let's head home and get some rest. It's pretty late."

 

The two grasped each other's hands before Bruce scooped her up in his arms, returning to the street and the Batmobile. He set her carefully in the passenger seat before leaping into his seat and setting off, the dark windshield concealing her from view. As they drove down the streets, heading to Wayne Manor, Selina leaned against his shoulder.

 

Bruce smiled softly and reached into his belt, about to take the flash drive and plug it into the car to transmit to the batcave. However, he found it gone, but he knew exactly where it went. He looked over at Selina who, with a sly smirk, held up the flash drive for him. She plugged it in for him, but she wanted to tease him one more time.

 

Selina: "We need more date nights like this one… I know we were doing different missions today, but maybe we can do one where we fight the bad guy together… They make me fall in love with our lives, and with you all over again… Though, I think before I get into bed, I need a shower. One you're going to join me for, Mr. Wayne."

Bruce: "No complaints here, Mrs. Wayne."

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