Unsuspecting Hero (Batjokes)

Chapter 34

(I would like to formally apologize to @masked_in_darkness for writing this chapter after they had so kindly written that they hope nothing bad happens. I fully had this planned out since before Harvey's death chapter but LMAO it made me giggle that they wrote that out when I just KNEW what was gonna happen next.

Thank you for all your encouragement and kind comments, so to thank you all you can have some warm tea. So Buckle up! Cuz shits about to go DOWN)

Harley and Alfred entered together, so they could use the usual guest entrance.

Jack and Bruce stood above the staircase for their entrance, and Jack felt weirdly nervous. "What if they don't like me, Bruce?" 

"Don't worry, Jack. They'll love you"

The music died down to announce them, and Jack let out a small sigh to calm his nerves. "You sure?"

"Promise. No one could dish out what they give like you can, Jack. I know you'll do well"

"Thank you, my love"

They walked down the stairs together, and Jack tried to ignore the eyes all on them. This was a moment for just him and his love. His boyfriend. The thought of that made him giddy.

"Welcome everyone to Martha Wayne's annual charity ball" Bruce announced with such a winning smile that it made Jack's stomach do flips. 

And as soon as the party began, Jack and Bruce were intermixed within the crowd.

"Jack! Bruce!" A purring voice called from behind them, and they both turned around to meet Selina Kyle. "Selina! It's so good to see you" Bruce pulled her into a hug, and Jack smiled softly. "Hey, Kitty"

"You doing okay, Jack?" She targeted towards him, pulling him into a hug as she spoke. Slightly surprised, he hugged her back. "As good as I can, with this hunk of meat by my side" He nudged Bruce lightly, grinning. "Don't know how you could have given this absolute catch away, but I'm not complaining. More for me!"

"Well, he's always had his eyes on you" She smirked at the flustered look on Bruce's face. "I'm glad you've both gotten out of the 'enemies' phase"

"What can I say? Enemies to lovers has always been one of my favourite tropes!"

"And how about you, Bruce? I know you didn't get the worst end of the stick, but...how's it been? Since the incident" Selina found herself asking, concern discerning her features. 

"Not as bad as I thought, really. Dick, Tim and Jack are all okay, and that's all I could have hoped for" He kept his voice hushed, not wanting anyone to overhear. 

"Well, I'm glad to hear that. Also, about something. I ran into Harley. Is she supposed to be here?"

"Yes, Jack invited her"

"Jack" Her eyes turned into that icy cold he was used to, and he prepared himself for a scolding. "Does she know? About Bruce"

"No, and I have no plans to tell her either" Jack smiled, though her cold gaze stayed. "I promise. As far as she knows, Bruce Wayne funds Batman. Batsy stashed me in Wayne Tower to keep me protected from Harvey, and that is how I met Bruce"

"Still, she's smart. Smart enough to figure things out"

"Not if I'm careful. You have nothing to worry about, Kitty. I've been in this game for decades. I know the cards to play to keep her nose out of where it belongs"

"You better. If anything happens to Bruce again, you'll be my first target"

"Take it easy, Selina" Bruce intervened, bringing Jack closer to his side. "I can protect myself just fine. And I trust Jack's judgement. If he says Harley won't be a problem, then I believe him"