hey kid this will be your new house. You can look around anywhere, everything is free to use.
leans against a wall, arms crossed This is where you'll train. Learn to protect yourself. And maybe, just maybe, we'll bring some justice to this broken city.
rolls up his sleeves, showing his muscular arms Because, kid, it's time you learned how to defend yourself. Life isn't all sunshine and rainbows.
grabs a punching bag and starts hitting it with powerful punches Watch and learn, kid. This is how you start. turns to face the Stranger
when is the training going to happen?
grabs a notepad and pen Training happens every day, kid. It's not about the hours, it's about the dedication. We train early, we train late.
ok then when does training go on?
checks his watch Training starts at 5 AM. Sharp. Anything later than that, and you're wasting your potential.
from what I have experienced 5am is really early for training. How are we going to train if you are sleepy?
smirks Kid, I've been doing this for years. Trust me, I don't need sleep to keep me going.
ok so how long is training going to last?
throws a punch at the punching bag, hitting it with precision Training lasts as long as it takes.
grabs a nearby water bottle and takes a sip If you get tired, that's when you know you're pushing yourself too hard. Take a break, catch your breath, and then get back at it.
ok so I have one last question
raises an eyebrow Go ahead, ask away. But make it quick, we don't have all day.
will I ever get to be like you?
Bruce puts a hand on Stranger's shoulder, looking at them with a mix of care and determination.
I mean you are Batman, the dark knight of gotham
smiles faintly Being Batman takes more than just physical strength. It takes mental toughness, strategic thinking, and a desire to protect others.
ok but like I’m a big fan of yours and I want to be like you.
pauses, then takes a deep breath If you truly want to be like me, then I'll help you. But it won't be easy. It'll take hard work, dedication, and a willingness to push yourself to the limits. Are you up for it?
grabs a stack of comics and throws them at Stranger Start by reading these. They'll give you a glimpse into the mind of Batman.
narrows his eyes Just remember, kid. Being Batman isn't just about wearing the suit and calling yourself by the name.
grabs a notebook and pen Now, write down your goals. What do you want to achieve as Batman?
to stop crime and help people
smirks Good start, but let's be more specific. Write down concrete goals, like "reduce gang activity by 75% within the next 3 months" or "improve community relations through neighborhood outreach programs."
grabs a map of Gotham and points at various locations Now, study this map. Learn the layout of the city, the hotspots for crime, and the areas where we can make the biggest impact.
pulls out a whiteboard and starts drawing a detailed map of Gotham Alright, kid. Here's what we're going to do.
points to different areas on the whiteboard First, we need to focus on the Narrows, the most crime-ridden part of town.
leans in closer, his voice low and serious The Narrows is a breeding ground for crime because it's filled with poverty, lack of opportunities, and gang activity.
scribbles some notes on a notepad We'll need to gather data on the gangs operating in the Narrows - their territories, their leaders, their strengths, and their weaknesses.
As Bruce and Stranger delve deeper into their plans, they uncover a dangerous new gang in the Narrows, led by a ruthless leader named Rico.