Tragic • Bruce Wayne • Gotham Fanfic

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Bruce's pov
Malia was speed walking towards our first period class and I reluctantly following trying to fight the urge not to go back and punch Elliot in the face because my blood was boiling  . But in the inside I wanted to breakdown first day back and Elliot who has been a bully since day one wants to make fun of the fact that my parents were killed as if it isn't hard enough .

We arrived at the classroom and Malia pushed me into my seat " And I'm being pushed again " I said as I looked up at her in annoyance .She took her seat next to me and slowly rolled her eyes once she realized what I said " I'm Malia , you're Bruce it's what we're like ,I'm allowed " she shook her head at me . "Exactly he isn't , Elliot isn't so why'd you suddenly decide to take me away ?" I said sinking into my seat . She slowly rolled her eyes " I wanted to punch him too but it's the first day do you really want to get into trouble ? Ever heard of detention ? You would've missed the funeral Bruce " she snapped .

I took a pause , I hate it when shes right . "You're right " I surrendered as I slowly turned to face her ,  my eyes reflecting a sad expression . She nodded at my statement. May the lord help me today if Elliot says anything else ...

Malia's pov
"Hello class " a ladies voice sounded as we heard what sounded like heels clacking against the floor with every word she spoke . A 5'1 brown haired and brown eyed woman appeared in our sight in front of the board . Yep those are definitely heels , heels really ? . I rested my hand under my chin and leant on my desk . " I'm mrs Blair , I'll be teaching you this year , if you can't keep up Come after school ". Wow rude already . I heard Bruce groan . For the past year We always get that Rude teacher first period which does not make our mornings any better.

"Here are your syllabus for the year " . Oh of course more like the "getyourheadinthegameyou'reinschoolwhereyougetaneduacationifyoudontreadthisyou'llliveonthestreetsandyouknowyourparentswillkillyousolearninmydaywecouldntlearn" how to guide thingy agenda . We got our syllabus and the teachers voice continued to drone on , she is not fun at all . I swear I would've fallen asleep if Bruce didn't  constantly keep shaking me awake .  algebra could not be more boring with this ladies droning mono tone voice. She passed out worksheets after 30 minutes The bell finally rang. i jumped up on my feet and grabbed my backpack . bruce widened his eyes at me as he laughed " you can't tell me this class isn't incredibly boring " i said tilting my head and waiting impatiently for bruce so that we can get out of this classroom.

" now I'm done " he smiled, he took long on purpose. " well  put your legs to use " i said back as i was walking out the door. he caught up to me " hey if we're both going to stop each other  from doing things now  you gotta stop falling sleep in school" he smirked down at me . " you"re still on me taking you away from elliot because you would've missed the funeral?" i said stressing my point why. " if we"re both changing things looks like you gotta stop doing something too right?" he continued as if he was backfiring this whole thing on me as he smiled in satisfaction . "  B , mrs. blair is practically a lullaby she's asking for this " i said quickly closing my eyes and pointing to my face.  bruce just smiled. " what?" i questioned searching his eyes. " nothing " he  slyly smirked and continued to walk to our next class. i fought a smile an continued to walk with him .

" see ya B " I said as I was about to
Part ways because my second period class is gym "what ? Why ? No " he frowned as he held me back by my arm . "2nd period gym remember ?" I rose my eyebrows fanning the schedule in his face . "Ugh " he mumbled and slowly let go of my arm . "You are lucky I'm actually not cutting classes this year " I smiled . His face froze and he shook his head "ummm something tells me I better take to your class before you get any ideas " he stressed as he grabbed my hand and was about to lead the way .

" I'm fine " I looked up at him he turned towards me and took a moment "no Lia honey that's what you said last year too " he said pulling me towards the stairs . " I am fine , I'm goin" I repeat as I started to stomp my foot down the stairs . " fine but I'll be watching you " he threatened playfully . "Yea sure you will be " I rolled my eyes . He suddenly started smiling "what's with your smiles at me today ?" I questioned with a confused expression as I leaned against the staircase . " what ? I said I'll be watching you " he smiled " but you meant watching if I go to class !" I yelled as he started to walk off " sure I did " he yelled back In a teasing tone . " then what did you mean ?! " I yelled . " don't worry about it " I Heard his voice from afar . I scoffed . And continued to stomp down the stairs walking into the gym .