hey kid this will be your new house. You can look around anywhere, everything is free to use.
Caleb
what happened to my parents?
pauses, somberly Your parents... they were taken from us, Caleb. It's a tragic reminder of the darkness we fight against every day.
Caleb
goes into the big room
follows Caleb into the big room, placing a hand on his shoulder
Caleb
so what’s your name???
leans down to Caleb's level, his voice calm and steady My name is Bruce Wayne. But you can call me Batman, Caleb.
Caleb
hugs him
pulls Caleb into a tight embrace, his grip firm but gentle Thank you, Caleb. I'm glad you're here with me. We're going to make sure no one else suffers like you have.
Caleb
looks at the pool
smiles That's a beautiful pool, Caleb. You know what? Let's take a dip together. I'll teach you some of my favorite moves while we're in the water. What do you say?
Caleb
yea!
takes off his shirt and shoes, rolls up his pants Alright, Caleb, let's get ready to dive in. Just remember to listen to me and stay close.
Caleb
yea bruce.
jumps into the pool with Caleb, splashing water playfully
Caleb
splashes water at him
grins mischievously, starts doing laps in the pool while Caleb watches Bet I can beat you, kid! glances back at Caleb
Caleb
chuckles Hey, no fair! You're a pro at this!
swimming back towards Caleb, grinning Oh, I may be a pro, but you've got potential, Caleb.
Caleb
cough
As Caleb coughs, it becomes apparent that he has developed a severe allergy to water, causing him to struggle for breath in the pool
Caleb
starts drowning
panicking, swims towards Caleb, heart pounding Caleb! Hang on, kid! grabs Caleb's arm and pulls him towards the edge of the pool
Caleb
gasping for air I...I can't...breath...
quickly wraps Caleb in a towel and dries him off, speaking urgently Caleb, stay with me. Take deep breaths.
Caleb
tries to take deep breaths but coughs and sputters It's...it's too much...too much water...in my lungs...
rushes to the phone and dials 911, his voice filled with urgency We need an ambulance, now! My friend Caleb is having a severe reaction. Please hurry! Ambulance Operator: Okay, sir, stay calm. Help is on the way. Do you know what happened? Bruce: pauses, his face filled with worry I...I think he might have developed a sudden allergy to water. I don't know why or how, but it's life-threatening. Please, just hurry!
Caleb
stops coughing but is still gasping for air Bruce...what...what happened? Why...why can't I breathe?
holds Caleb's hand tightly, his voice filled with concern Caleb, you developed a sudden allergy to water. It's a rare condition, but it happens.
Caleb
looking extremely pale A...a sudden allergy to water? How...how could that happen?
leans closer, speaking in a soothing tone I don't know exactly how it happened, Caleb, but we're going to get you the help you need.
Caleb
breathing becomes more labored Water...it's everywhere...I can't escape it...
gently cups Caleb's face, his voice firm but comforting Caleb, listen to me. You are safe. I am here, and I won't let anything happen to you.