What's Going On?

As Thea and Selina chatted more, they found themselves surprisingly compatible when comparing their life trajectories.

Regarding her relationship with Batman, Thea suggested that Selina intensify her efforts. After all, they had known each other for so many years, and they knew each other's strengths and weaknesses. What was there to fear? She encouraged Selina to pursue him boldly.

Actually, it's quite strange. Gotham is a place where wealth thrives, but not love. Every couple that seems destined for success ends up breaking apart in the end. For example, Batman and Catwoman, Gordon and Barbara's mother, Riddler and that certain woman. One after another, they all fell apart.

"Oh, by the way, have you two ever been on a date?" Thea expressed doubt about whether the serious Bruce Wayne knew that men and women needed to go on dates when they were together.

"We had one date," Selina said, feeling a little embarrassed as she glanced at Thea. "It was the time we went to Starling City."

Well, so your idea of a date was causing a scene in her city? That's just asking for trouble. Is that Gotham's idea of romance? It's quite unique.

"Do you two usually exchange gifts or anything like that?"

"We do, he gave me my gloves and whip," Selina said with a look of happiness that made Thea shiver.

Oh my, I was wrong when I said Bruce was slow at understanding. She is not any better either.

Just as Thea was about to give her a lesson on the 108 things to know about dating, a restaurant staff member led several burly men with guns, quickly heading towards the kitchen.

Thea looked at Selina, puzzled. What's going on? These big guys didn't seem like they couldn't afford to pay and had to wash dishes in the back. Could it be they're trying to reason with the restaurant owner with their guns?

Selina remained unfazed by Thea's surprised expression. She took a bite of fish and casually said, "They're probably collecting protection money. It's no big deal, really. You get used to it."

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Hearing gunshots from inside, the diners remained calm and continued to eat and drink. Perhaps this was just the custom here?

With the conversation about their love lives derailed, the two of them switched to discussing Thea's Glider. Selina was tactful, only asking about design concepts and avoided any technical details, engaging in a discussion focused on practical aspects.

The Glider, to be honest, didn't have much of a technical barrier. Thea hadn't seen the data for the Green Goblin hoverboard, so she just made one based on its appearance, cobbling together something similar. Who's to say who's smarter? If she can replicate it, so can others, and it's not like one can patent this thing.

So, regarding Selina's questions, Thea's attitude was straightforward: she would answer if asked, but if not, then forget it.

As Thea was sketching out a rough draft and discussing a few design points, several more burly men with AKs burst into the kitchen.

Thea looked at Selina again, puzzled. Did the staff here have to go through an interview just to wash dishes? Were these guys friends of the previous group? Did they think they could make quick money here without much effort, so they called their buddies to come over?

Selina was also a bit surprised, unconsciously craning her neck to peek inside. 'Please, you're Catwoman, not Giraffe Woman; what can you see from dozens of meters away and through a wall?'

Realizing she couldn't see anything, Selina didn't seem embarrassed at all. She elegantly lit a cigarette and shrugged at Thea, indicating that's just how things are here.

Thea also expressed admiration for the energetic lifestyle of Gotham's people. With the topic of weapons no longer suitable for discussion, they could only switch to Thea's current concern: how to fight in high heels.

Upon hearing this question, Selina almost burst out laughing. This was her moment of triumph! While discussing her previous romantic life and Thea's Glider, she had always been in the role of a listener, simply absorbing information. Now, she could finally hold her head high. 'Thea, you little girl, there are times when you don't know things too! Let me teach you a thing or two. It's time for me to be the one teaching.'

She then shared her experiences in detail, similar to what Lady Shiva had said but more focused on the insights gained during actual combat.

Clearly standing at 1.7 meters tall, Selina insisted on wearing high heels every day, making her appear as tall as 1.8 meters from a distance. It's worth noting that her appearance was arguably the most beautiful among the women Thea had ever encountered, not to mention her figure. The figure she developed made even Thea, as a woman, feel a bit fluttery.

While Thea was attentively listening to Selina's combat insights, the sound of footsteps approached. Three gang members, each holding a machine gun and one carrying a rocket launcher, rushed past Thea's table with great momentum.

This time, without needing a glance from Thea, Selina also sensed something was amiss. In such a short time, three groups had stormed in. The last few, armed with rocket launchers, indicated that this was no ordinary gang dispute. Both women had a premonition that they wouldn't need to pay for their meal today.

It's said that women have a sixth sense. A loud explosion echoed, momentarily silencing the entire restaurant. However, the calmness didn't last for more than a few seconds before cries of agony emanated from the kitchen.

"Ah, ah, run, run!"

The individuals who had entered earlier rushed out like madmen, their faces covered in blood. Some were still holding weapons while running. Among them, a bald and muscular man stood out. He didn't bother using the door; instead, he covered his head with his clothes, crashed through a weak spot in the wall with a loud "boom," and charged out.

Thea was stunned. Was this a successor to Iron Head Kung Fu? What was going on? The two women exchanged glances. Seeing those people running desperately, Selina knew that something was wrong. Although Thea understood some basic Japanese, the accents of the people were already Americanized, and she could only make out the word "run."

Thea hated unexpected situations. She hadn't brought any equipment with her, thinking that there wouldn't be any trouble in the police-controlled area, but it was too late for regrets now.

Selina was also dressed casually, with only a dagger on her person. Seeing the chaos around them, she had no intention of showcasing her fighting skills in public.

Since they couldn't engage in a fight, the only option was to run. Selina grabbed Thea and rushed towards the exit.