Chapter Nine

( Gotham: 08:05 PM)( Uptown, 777 Grant Wood Road)

It was around eight at night, and because Gotham was so full of fumes and smog it got darker faster than other places.

At this very moment Inside his home Jayden was going through some outfits he could wear to the playdate he and Lola had set up.

Jayden wasn't a fashion guy by any means and didn't really care for what he wore most of the time, but even he knew when to dress up and when to go casual.

" How about this one Raven, does it look good on me." Jayden asked his feline companion who was laying around lazily on the bed.

She looked up and meowed at Jayden in a tone he couldn't interpret. So he just went with whatever he thought she meant.

" I think so too, looks like I'm all good to go." Jayden said in satisfaction. He quickly looked himself over in the mirror one last time before picking up a collar from his wardrobe and placing it around Raven's neck.

It was a collar with an Amethyst tint to it and had her name imprinted on the leather.

After brushing Raven's fur, Jayden made his way downstairs to the first floor with a bottle of wine in hand.

Though it was America and the legal age of drinking was 21, here in Gotham people didn't care and don't even check for their ID ninety percent of the time.

" Taxi, over here." Jayden waved at a taxi driving by and told him the location before it drove off.

He also texted Lola to warn her ahead of time that he would be coming soon.

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(Midtown Gotham: 08:15 PM)( Address: Unkown)

Overlooking the tall buildings of Gotham a certain female fatale in a cat costume could be seen running across rooftops swiftly and elegantly.

Selina Kyle, also known as Catwoman, prowled the shadowy streets of Gotham City, her sleek black suit hugging her lithe figure.

Tonight, she had targeted a wealthy businessman's lavish apartment, eager to relieve him of his prized diamond necklace.

She grabbed her bullwhip and slung it onto a gargoyle's head before quickly running and jumping off the building and using that momentum to push her to another rooftop.

She landed on the gravel with absolute precision, her feet barely making any sound at all.

' And bingo, thank you, Mr Turner, for your oh-so generous donation, your diamond will be in good hands, just not yours.' Selina thought in mirth as she approached the skyline window on the roof of the apartment.

She could easily see inside and immediately spotted the diamond necklace sitting on a podium.

Selina's eyes sparkled with greed but before she could start her little operation, she was interrupted by the feeling of buzzing coming from her chest.

Sighing in frustration Selina slowly unzipped her suit from the top exposing her cleavage. She then dug into her chest and grabbed her phone before answering.

" Yes dear, how can I help you." Selina asked her long-time friend and roommate Lola.

" Oh nothing just reminding you that my friend will be coming soon and I wanted to know when you would be back...you did remember...Right!" Lola asked through the phone her tone indicating she would take more other answers but yes.

" Of course, I remembered, I'm just taking care of something right now, I'll be back in 30 minutes at most." Selina reassured her while looking at her soundings to make sure she hadn't been spotted.

" You better, if he gets here before you do I swear..."

" Yes yes, alright got a go love you, Muuwa!" Before Lola could respond, Selina had already ended the call and zipped her suit back up.

She would deal with the consequences of hanging up on her friend later, for now, she had her sights set solely on the diamond.

With her diamond-encrusted claws, she slowly scrapped the window creating a whole big enough for her body to fit through.

With her nimble fingers and acrobatic prowess, she swiftly made her way through the elaborate security systems, leaving no trace of her presence.

" Puuuur! You look even more gorgeous in person." Selina said in clear excitement.

As Selina slipped the necklace into her bag, a familiar voice echoed through the room. "Catwoman, I should have known I'd find you here."

She turned around to face the caped crusader himself, Batman, standing tall and imposing in the dimly lit room.

There was a tension between them, an unspoken history that hung in the air.

"Ah, Batman. Always so predictable." Selina purred, a mischievous smile playing on her lips.

"You just can't resist chasing after me, can you?"

Batman's voice was stern. "This game of yours has gone on long enough, Selina. It's time to put an end to your thieving ways."

Selina took a step closer, her eyes gleaming with mischief. "Oh, but I have plans tonight, Batman. A date, you might say. So, unfortunately, I'll have to leave you hanging."

A flicker of surprise crossed Batman's face, hidden beneath the mask. He hadn't expected Selina to drop such a bombshell amidst their confrontation. "A date? With who?"

Selina smirked, savouring the moment. "Wouldn't you like to know? But I'm afraid I can't stay and chat. Duty calls, you know."

Selina's eyes sparkled with amusement as she gracefully moved around the room, dodging Batman's attempts to capture her.

Their dance of evasion and pursuit intensified, the tension between them palpable.

Selina skillfully manoeuvred through the room, utilizing her acrobatic skills to elude Batman's grasp.

With each close call, she teased him with a sly remark.

"Come on, Batman, can't you keep up? I thought you were the fastest detective in Gotham." Selina taunted, a playful smirk on her face.

Batman's determination grew, his focus unwavering. "You won't escape this time, Selina. I'll bring you to justice."

But just as Batman seemed to gain the upper hand, a loud crash echoed from outside the mansion.

They both turned their attention to the commotion, and Batman's comms device crackled with urgency—a distress call from Robin urgently seeking his assistance.

Batman hesitated, torn between pursuing Selina and answering his partner's call.

"Looks like you have bigger problems to deal with, Batman." Selina taunted, slipping past him with a swift and graceful movement. "Try not to miss me too much."

And with that, Catwoman disappeared into the night, leaving Batman standing there, conflicted and filled with a mix of emotions.

" What happened." Batman asked through his commlink.

The air-surrounding him seemed to have grown colder and even Robin who was on the other side of the comms seemed to have felt his foul mood.

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(Selina/Catwoman pic)