"Ding, ding"
Bruce Wayne strode into the well-decorated banquet hall. He took a glass of wine from the waiter beside him and tapped it with a spoon, attracting everyone's attention.
He placed the glass aside, opened his arms, and said loudly, "Welcome to the Welcome Hall.
"Welcome to Wayne Building, everyone. I'm very happy to see that you're so passionate about charity. I'm honored to be one of you."
"Clap, clap, clap"
Everyone applauded. Regardless of whether they were sincere or not, at least in terms of business cooperation, no one wanted to be on bad terms with Bruce Wayne. The Son of Gotham lowered his hands slightly, and the enthusiastic applause slowly quieted down. Bruce looked at the crowd and spoke again.
"But today, the owner of this place is not me … There is a person who stood up bravely when everyone was threatened by the rampant gangs. When this city needed a ray of light the most, he did not fear the revenge of the gangs. He did not fear the claws of evil. He brought us the true light of hope."
Bruce paused for a moment, then raised his voice.
"Yes, I'm sure everyone knows who I'm talking about … Harvey Dent, Gotham's new hero. Where are you? Come, stand up and receive the applause you deserve! Receive the praise this city will give you! "
Bruce was the first to applaud. The others smiled and opened up a path for Harvey and Rachel. Regardless of how they felt about Harvey Dent, at least in Bruce Wayne's place, everyone acted as if they were good people with a heart of justice.
Some of the passionate people even shouted Harvey Dent's name. No matter what, Harvey's actions brought hope to Gotham. In the past few decades, there was no law enforcer who was as righteous and brave as he was. No one could think of a good solution to the rampant gangs.
He was the first, and his name should be associated with Gotham's history.
This brave and righteous prosecutor was obviously not familiar with this kind of situation. He was a little embarrassed and not used to it. However, with Rachel's encouragement, he walked forward and shook hands with Bruce.
"Thank you, Mr. Bruce."
"No, no, no, everyone here should thank you!"
Bruce patted Harvey's shoulder. The two of them hugged each other intimately. The reporters who were waiting at the side were taking pictures. They had even thought of tomorrow's headlines.
"The Son of Gotham's heart of justice, socialites generously donate money"
Presumably, everyone would be satisfied with this news headline. The people of Gotham liked Bruce and liked any news related to him. As for Harvey, he would probably appear on tomorrow's headlines a few times. Yes, the entertainment industry never cared about justice, and it was not something they should care about.
Harvey was left behind, surrounded by a group of rich businessmen. Bruce nodded at Rachel, who had her arms crossed. The two of them walked to the balcony in tacit understanding. Rachel was wearing an elegant long dress today, and she looked exceptionally beautiful and mature.
Bruce placed his arms on the railing. He looked at the bright lights of the city below, and the gentle night breeze blew. He closed his eyes and said with a smile.
"Do you still remember our agreement back then? Rachel … about our relationship. "
Rachel leaned on the railing and looked at Harvey Dent, who was standing awkwardly in the crowd. She looked to the other side and said playfully, "What did you say? I don't remember anything. "
Bruce couldn't help but laugh when he heard this. He took a deep breath.
"You once said that when this city doesn't need Batman, you will be by my side. Look, this city has a new hero, Harvey. Everyone likes him. It's time for Batman to become history. I'm planning to start a new life. Rachel, are you willing to be with me?"
This naked confession made Rachel cover her mouth in surprise. There was a touch of tears in her eyes. After a moment, she breathed a sigh of relief.
"I thought you couldn't let go of this city. I thought I would have to wait for a long time …"
"If it wasn't for you, I feel that everything I do is meaningless."
Bruce whispered, "Whether I become Batman or Bruce Wayne, I hope that I can have someone by my side who makes me feel happy. I've waited long enough. I even almost gave up on you. I hurt you before, but I swear … there won't be a next time."
He looked at Rachel, pursed his lips, and took out a black velvet box from his pocket. There should be a very luxurious gem or a ring in it, but Rachel stopped him.
"No, not on this occasion …"
Rachel's eyes bloomed with a smile. "Let's go to the place where we played when we were young … okay?"
Bruce also smiled. There was no doubt that Rachel had agreed to his request. She responded to him, and he was very happy. He looked at Harvey.
"Poor Harvey. He might think that he can take you away from me …"
"He's fine, but he's just late."
Rachel's hand was holding Bruce's hand. She whispered a little blankly, "You're a lucky guy.
"You're a lucky guy. I hope Harvey won't be sad. We can't hurt him. To be honest, I was really attracted to him for a while, especially when you were busy with your chivalrous deeds. I was wondering if I should give up. After all, Batman needs Batwoman. He doesn't need a prosecutor's assistant."
"No, no, no. What I need will always be you."
Bruce's mouth bloomed with a smile. He was about to speak when the phone in his pocket suddenly rang. He picked up the phone and heard Gordon's voice.
"Bruce … protect Harvey. He's Joker's next target."
Bruce's face changed, and he responded.
"Got it!"
Rachel also heard Gordon's voice. Her face became anxious. She looked at Bruce, who took a deep breath.
"Lead Harvey here. Don't alarm others … we have to protect him."
Rachel nodded. She walked over and said something to Harvey without batting an eyelid. Then, the two of them walked to the balcony. Harvey asked with a smile on his face as they stopped at a corner where no one would notice.
"My Rachel, what do you want to say to me …"
"Bang!"
A hand popped out of the darkness and cut Harvey's neck. Caught off guard, Harvey's eyes rolled up and he fell into Bruce's arms. The latter said to Rachel.
"Take care of yourself. Find a place to hide. They will be here soon. Don't come out before I come back! Understand? "
Bruce looked at Harvey and said seriously to Rachel. The latter nodded. With Saber and The Devil Gang's interference, Bruce was not as busy as he was destined to be. He also had some time to accompany Rachel. The latter had full confidence in him, and Bruce would not let a madman hurt his future wife.
Less than two minutes after Bruce left, the entire cocktail party was still going on in an orderly manner. On the first floor of the Wayne Building, the door of the elevator from the basement opened quietly. The security guard saw three policemen with badges. The security guard was stunned for a moment. The next moment, a group of guys wearing Joker masks rushed out from behind them.
"Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Gunshots rang out, and four bodies fell to the ground. Blood flowed everywhere. Joker snorted and walked into the commercial elevator to the 25th floor with his seven subordinates carrying guns. He hummed a song, and his eyes, which were painted with black paint, were full of excitement. If one looked closely, they would find that his body was trembling. It was a tremor of excitement.
He was like a soldier rushing to a glorious battlefield, but there was no glory in what he did. He looked back at his subordinates and the strange Joker masks on their faces. He grinned.
"Why so serious? Brothers … let's smile. "
The subordinates looked at each other and did not speak. Joker's face darkened.
"I'll let you … smile!"
"Hahahahaha!"
A burst of stiff laughter came from under the mask. Joker snapped his fingers with satisfaction. "Yes, this is the mood to attend a banquet, Harvey Dent! Yes, there's also Batman … If only there's Batman … "
Joker's shoulders squinted, and his face was full of extraordinary joy. "If only there's him, then it's even better!"
"Ding dong."
The number of words on the elevator jumped to 25. It was like the curtain of the sky had been pulled open, separating the quiet elevator from the noisy cocktail party outside and connecting them at this moment.
Joker's smile widened. He strode out and pointed his gun at the sky.
"Bang!"
Bullets flew out of the muzzle. When everyone turned their attention to the Clown, he was so happy that he looked like a lottery winner. When the rich people saw these guys in strange clothes and weapons, they instantly screamed under the gunshots. The next moment, the Clown's magnetic voice suddenly rang in everyone's ears.
"Lalala! Everyone, don't be nervous. We are the entertainment program arranged by Mr. Bruce tonight … Don't rush, don't push, don't push, and most importantly, don't get hurt. I know this program is great, and I know you appreciate it, so let's play slowly. "
He casually picked up a meatball on the table and threw it into his mouth. Then, he took a glass of wine from a frightened lady. His gloved fingers brushed the face of the lady who was so frightened that she was about to cry.
"Look, look, what a beautiful lady. Are you afraid?"
Helena Bettinelli did not know why she was noticed by this lunatic who did not look like a good person. Her attendance at the cocktail party was an accident. Before leaving Gotham, she wanted to relax, so she came here. In the end, she encountered such a terrible situation.
However, Joker did not pay attention to her. He returned the glass of wine to Helena and looked around.
"Before we start the entertainment program, I want to ask, does anyone know where Harvey Dent is?"
No one answered him, and he seemed to be dissatisfied. He snorted.
"Hmm? Does no one know? "
He pointed his gun at an old man who did not back away.
"Hmm … You look very dissatisfied, old man. Do you know where our hero Harvey is?"
"Don't even think about knowing anything!"
The old man took off his glasses and looked at Joker without fear. His eyes were full of contempt. "Do you think we will sell our hero to a bastard like you? Dream on! I'm not afraid of you! "
"Hmm … Look at what I see?"
Joker spread his hands and shouted in surprise. "A tough old man, I'm so happy! In a place like Gotham, there are not many people like you … But you remind me of my father … I hate my father, tough old man. I'll ask you one last time, do you know where Harvey is? "
He unlocked the safety of his gun and pointed it at the old man's head. The old man snorted and closed his eyes. He drew a cross in front of his chest and ignored Joker's threat.
"Hey, your God is not here tonight! Open your eyes and look at me … Or I'll kill … Hmm, this handsome guy! "
Joker put down his gun and held a switchblade in his left hand. He pointed the blade at the neck of the skinny blonde young man beside him, as if blood would splatter in the next moment.
Leonard Snett's mouth twitched. He now felt that Gotham was a place full of crouching tigers and hidden dragons. After being taught a lesson by the Red Devil a few days ago, he was unfortunately held hostage by the Joker on this night when he was about to leave Gotham. His purpose for coming here was different from Helena's. He came here for something. But now, his plan was ruined.
It was because of the terrifying madman in front of him.
"Wow, tough old man, you're really something … Watching a young man die because of you, even a cold-blooded person like me feels that it's cruel."
Joker's face showed a mocking smile. "Remember when you went to hell, you explained to Satan that the young man who died because of you died in my hands. Maybe Satan will let you go back to heaven …"
"Enough!"
A cold voice rang out from behind him. The clown turned around and saw the woman who had walked out from the crowd. The corners of his mouth curled up into a smile.
"Aha! I caught you … Harvey's little lover! "
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