The Jokers Love

Just Another Day At Work

Chapter 2

I woke up, took a shower, and drove to Arkham Asylum where I work as a psychologist. My father being the way he was made me interested in understanding the mind of a said 'psychopath'.

I turned on the radio to the news station that I listen to everyday on my way to work the man starts speaking, "Last night the killer known as 'The Joker' was caught by Batman and is now in police custody. This morning he was sent to Arkham Asylum waiting to be evaluated. Commotioner Jim Gordan claims that the alleged 'Joker' is faking insanity and should be sent to Black Gate Prison emedently. More news as the story continues. Im Jack Straw and this is The morning news station 98.5."

I change the station. I pitty the doctor who has to treat him. I heard he turned the last doctor he had crazy. What was her name...oh yeah! Harleen Quinzel. Also known as Harley Quinn.

Poor girl was hopelessly devoted to The Joker. She did anything he asked. But she was shot by Roman, a mob dude I guess, I don't know the details. Joker simply laughed at her death. Poor girl...

I arrived at the Asylum and checked in at the desk, "Doctor Fantom" the lady smiled, "good morning Dr. Fantom, Mr. Arkham told me to inform you that you have a new patient today and to see him in his office ASAP" I smiled and nodded, "Okay will do, thank you, Victoria"

I walk over to the elevator and press the button to the 4th floor, to Mr. Arkham's office. I knock on the door, "come in" he says and I open the door, "hello, Mr. Arkham, you wanted to see me?" He stood up from his seat to shake my hand, "ah yes! Legency! I need to speak with about your new patient! Please, please have a seat" he hand gestures towards the chair.

I gladly oblige and sit down. He sat at his desk and leaned on it with his elbows, "now I take it you've heard about The Joker?" Oh god no. Please don't tell me he's my new patient. I nod and fake a smile, "yes, I've heard on the radio that he's here today" Mr. Arkham nods and smiles, "you heard right! And he's your new patient" what!? Why me!? This could ruin my career! Or...make me famous if I can help him..hmm

"w-well Mr. Arkham, he will be a challenge and I'd love to work with him but-" Mr. Arkham cuts me off, "Great! Awesome! Your frist appointment will be at 4:30 this afternoon! Now I believe you have work to do. I'll let you go now, have a nice day Dr. Fantom"

I quickly try to protest but I sigh and go along with it. Maybe it wont be so bad after all, I mean, I am stronger the Harleen was and I won't break as easily.

I smile at Mr. Arkham and stand up, "Thank you, Have a nice day, Mr. Arkham" and with that, im on with my day. I just do my normal routine such as paperwork and seeing other patients. After awhile I glance at the clock on my computer.

4:28 pm. Okay I suppose I better get going. I walk down to the maximum security wing of the Asylum and walk up to the front desk.

Its a man this time and I read his name tag, his name is Dean. I smile as politely as possible, "hi my name is Dr. Fantom im here for my appointment with patient 4479" Dean checks his computer and nods, "yep here you are, he's in the appointment room. Down the hall three doors on your right"

I smile and nod following his directions. I take a deep breath before swiping my pass card and unlocking to door. I open it to see The Joker. Staring right at me.

He smirks, "hello, Dr. Beautiful". I try to ignore him, "patient," I check my clipboard "4479, my name is Dr. Fantom im here to evaluate you and see if you're faking insanity" I keep a straight face. I sit across from him. Im not gonna let him win.