a question, sir, if I may. How did Waylon Jones come to be the way he is? Atavism from a look of it? An unfortunate genetic mutation? Using the condition causes physical pain. Might that explain his rage? It goes deeper than that. Imagine growing up looking like he did. Children are cruel, Alfred, so are adults. I'm all part of a human conditional, I suppose. We have a tendency to fear, often outright despise, that which is different. Bob, you already knew that. I've seen a rather large bat in the cave, sir. Do take care not to anger. I wasn't planning to. Good with everything occurring tonight. The last thing we need is a pest problem. I'm sure it's harmless, Alfred. You haven't seen the creature. Yes, sir, if I might. What is it, Alfred? You may wish to curb your show. Same evening dalliance. --is. Oh, I wouldn't like her to develop her well. A reputation, Master Bruce. A little late for that. Better later than never. Well played. So you stopped the electrocutioner with a single strike. I just used his arrogance to my advantage.

a textbook move a child could have avoided. True, but I doubt the rest of them will go down as easily. If they do, we'll be eating that Christmas ham sooner than you think, Master Bruce. You'll be happy to know I managed to have the gifts delivered to Saint Jude's in spite of tonight's chaos. Thank you, Alfred. That's going to mean a lot to the kids. How did you pull it off? Well, the orphanage volunteered a truck and driver. They were apparently more concerned about upset children than they were about the flood of criminals in the streets. They chose wisely, Sam. A moment of your time. What do you want? There's something about this enigma fellow that doesn't sit right with me. Unfettered access to resources, an extensive network spread across the city. Whoever he is, the man has connections and capital. We can use that to our advantage. If he's buying things in bulk or using lots of power, we could track him. Perhaps, but he's also clearly a technical wizard. He's likely covered his tracks.

keep searching. He only has to slip up once to give us an opening. A certain Mr. Alfred. How are you holding up? Fine, considering the circumstances. Looking for your bad friend. It's just, I can find no precedent for this King bad as I've taken coin. The Philippines are home to some of the largest bats in the world. And how, pray tell, did one of them wind up? Yeah, that's a mystery I'll have to solve another day. Are you doing down here, Alfred? The same as ever, sir. Though I must say, the cave becomes rather chilly in the winter. I could look into building some more heaters. Mmm, the energy consumption would raise too many eyebrows of Water and Power. No, I shall have to soldier on. Looks him. Why not simply let these assassins fight it out among themselves? It would certainly shorten. You ought to do this, Alfred. They take out half of Gotham City in the process. I fear you've assumed too much responsibility. Only because no one else will. What's wrong, Alfred? You look upset.

because I am upset. I'd sit out a roast chicken for you, but that damned bat took it, the whole thing. It returned later to deposit the bones, the nerve of that creature. Strange meats not meant to be part of their diet. Oh, wonderful, so now we're playing host to a carnivorous Mega Man, which there exists no zoological record. Maybe you've discovered a new species. This isn't a laughing matter. If you say so, Alfred. How are things? Status quo, status quo. Oh, you won't believe this. What's wrong? The GCPD have actually asked me to stop calling him so often. Apparently, you're taking down criminals faster than they can be processed. And you wonder why I don't have faith in the cops. Would you be fair, sir? You have been on a mission tonight. When one finds oneself on the opposite side of the law, a reassessment is usually in order. You're right, someone needs to clean up corruption inside the GCPD. That wasn't exactly what I meant. You do know there are easier ways to

earn frequent flyer points, sir. Very funny, Alfred. Why, thank you. Just a few more remarks like that, and I'll have earned my spot in the sarcastic Butler's Hall of Fame. Any luck digging up dirt on enigma? I'm afraid not. He's very good, sir. Too good. Bet don't sell yourself short, Alfred. I'm only being realistic. Listen, do you say will more of his towers, and I can locate him, then we won't have to search for information who give it to you himself. I'm on it, Alfred. What's on your mind? I feel terrible, Tim. I prepared such a lovely ham for you tonight, and now you'll never have a chance to eat it. We can have it tomorrow. It's just not the same. Christmas ham on Christmas morning isn't exactly the end of the world. No, I don't know, sir. I'd say it's pretty close. Anything to report? Nothing you don't already knows. Jingle bells, jingle too well. It sounds like you found some Christmas spirit, but I refuse to let the thugs out there rob us of the night.

entirely. I'm surprised you didn't put up some decorations. I considered it. We decided it was better not to clutter up the place. Don't worry though, I've done a number on the house. I'm sure you have. What the question if I mean sure what will become of all this once you finally decided to settle down. I hadn't thought about that. Settling down I mean. Hmm as I feared wait too long and you might find it's too late. What's the latest you know everything I do Sam. We might have to cancel New Year's at Wayne Manor. It's going to take a while for the city to recover from tonight. Absolutely not sir. I didn't realize the party meant so much to you. It doesn't ma. It's one of the rare times you actually seem to enjoy yourself. I enjoy myself plenty Alfred. I hope you're lying for both our sakes. That was quite a display on the bridge of the hostages safe all accounted for as far as I can tell. What's wrong sir you seem upset.

I told Gordon to stay back, and he went in anyway. Indeed, it's why you're still alive. He deserves your gratitude, not... I'll need anything, Alfred, only for you to stay safe. I'm glad you went around earlier, sir. The king bat decided to grace us with the gift of guano. The size and stench were unlike anything I've ever encountered. Did you call it a specimen for analysis? Actually, I did. If you won't investigate this part, I will. I'm looking forward to reading your results. Maintain that tone of yours, and you'll be testing women's continuing your studies. I've done all I can to rid us of a vile King bat. The no bail, I fear, he's declared this his kingdom. We about his subjects forced to live in constant fear. You're not really afraid of it, are you? And what? Well, it's just a bad Alfred. It is most assuredly not just a bad. You'll see, and then you'll wonder why you ever doubted me. There's been a breakthrough, sir. The bat it took, will it brought me a gift. I

think a dead rat looks disgusting. Still, I believe it to be a peace offering. Congratulations. As I recall, it was a time you weren't very fond of bats yourself. True, but I grew out of it. It appears the king bat and I come to the ring fruit. I provide him with sustenance, and he keeps his distance. I've got to say, Alfred, you've got me curious about our friend here. When things are back to normal, I'll see about capturing the guy. You don't do no such thing. Why not? It can make a good sidekick or mascot. He is a living creature, monster boo, and as such deserves the same respect you will for even the basest criminals you'll leave in B, or else. Alright, alright, I'll keep my distance. I promise. Bane has an unhealthy obsession with you. Was he that desperate for the bounty? It's not about the money then. What? What could you possibly have done to him to deserve this? I don't know, but I'm going

to find out congratulations are in order sir Edward Nationals on the run who oh right and need mercer his real name is edward of national worked for the GCPD Cyber Crimes Division but explains quite a bit I need to find him before he has a chance to start over we have his identity knob as soon as he surfaces and he will you can swoop in you've dismantled most of his operation so he should be homeless at least for the next little while any sign of him you let me know of course anything on your mind I'm just hoping for a swift resolution congratulations are in order sir the Joker is once again behind bars let's hope he stays there this time you may wish to suggest the increased security he's no doubt already planning his escape solitary should help the last contact he has with people the better certainly and yet I can't shake the feeling we'll be seeing him again and not during visiting hours looks like I still have work to do I

to find out. Congratulations are in order, Sir Edward Nationals on the run. Who? Oh, right, and need Mercer. His real name is Edward of National. Worked for the GCPD Cyber Crimes Division. But explains quite a bit. I need to find him before he has a chance to start over. We have his identity knob. As soon as he surfaces, and he will, you can swoop in. You've dismantled most of his operation, so he should be homeless, at least for the next little while. Any sign of him,

assume we all refer him to the Blackgate escapees. They need to be rounded up before they cause any more damage, or you could leave it to the police. SWAT still out for revenge, and the rest of the force is busy cleaning up the other messes, but I will think about it. That's the spirit, sir. If I may, that Joker won't rest until he sees you dead. You're going to need to keep an eye on him. I intend to. Hmm, a wise choice. As we've seen tonight, Gotham's prison system leaves quite a bit to be desired. There's been some talk of opening up a new facility, someplace more secure. Arkham. How did you know? Because it always comes back to fun. How are you feeling, Alfred? Much improved, thank you for asking. If you wanted to call it a night, I can handle things on my own. I'll rest when you do, and it might be a while. Oh, who didn't? You know a good Butler must master the art of sleeping on his feet. I must say, Master Bruce, I

have a good feeling about this James Gordon fellow. So do I. We may not see eye to eye on everything, but he's an honest man who wants to make Gotham safe. You can't even handle himself in a fight. Hmm. You think I'll work more with him in the future then. We'll see. I don't think it's a big methods, but surely he appreciates the results. No Sam. Mr. Eliot called earlier. He was hoping you might phone him back. What did he say? Well, something about a pair of twins and successful surgery. He wanted to celebrate. At least I think that's what he wanted. What do you mean you think? His speech was slurred. I suppose he'd gone ahead and started without you. I assumed you told him I'd have to take a rain check. Indeed, though he sounded none too pleased about it. Well, that's tarnis. I'll call him back tomorrow.

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