Tragic • Bruce Wayne • Gotham Fanfic

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Malia's pov
We arrived at Wayne manor ,it was time for the funeral . It's a funeral and I don't have anything to wear . Bruce has basically got everything to wear . He walked out of the bathroom dressed in a suit . white collar shirt , pink tie , black pants , black blazer , and black shoes . I stared at the ground as he walked up to me , my mouth just like this : 😬 . He raised an eyebrow "what's wrong " he asked concerned . "I uh have nothing dressy to wear " I looked up at him . A smirk over took his face " I can work that out " . "Bruce if you think I'm wearing your guy clothes you've got to be joking I'll ju-" I started and rolled my eyes as he cut me off "no Lia , we're going to the mall " he said in a duh tone .

I stared at him with questioning eyes " we don't know even know how long it'll take and if you haven't noticed B we need to be somewhere " I raised an eyebrow "which is why we need to go now " he gently grabbed my hand and out the door we went " be back soon Alfred " Bruce yelled out . And just like that we were going to the mall .

We arrived at the mall and Bruce dragged me into a store there I was staring at a rack of dresses , dresses ? Yea uh never worn those in my life . I continued to stare . " your choice " Bruce stood beside me with a smile . " Bruce I've never worn a dress in my life I was thinking something else " i shook my head as I was about to walk to another rack "uh no " Bruce's hand pulled me back " so you'll spend money a dress for me just like that ?" I stared into his eyes . " If that person is special of course " he smiled as he held eye contact back .  " and you clearly fit that description, Malia so let's buy you a dress " he walked closer to me as he was waiting for an answer .

"Fine " I sighed as I turned to the racks "yes !" Bruce yelled his green  eyes smiling "always wanted to see you in a dress !" He continued to yell earning stares from people in the store " you what, you just said you -" I asked " he cut me off "nothinnn " Bruce smirked as he walked up to the rack looking through the dresses . " I'll pick some dresses that I know look good on you , you just have to choose the one you like " Bruce turned his head towards me completely ignoring the fact that he's been saying weird flirty things all day . I tried to fight a smile , I froze for a sec earning a smile from Bruce , but quickly snapped out of it " so you're a stylist now ?" I stared at him . "Only for you " he laughed and continued looking through the racks .

I rolled my eyes watching him . He picked out about 10 "okay ready ?" He rose an eyebrow "for ...?" I tilted my head . "Trying on these dresses " he passed them to me . " do I have to " I whined reluctantly taking them in my hand "yes pretty please " Bruce whined back with pleading eyes and his hands on my shoulders as he looked down at me . "You'll pay for this Wayne " I rolled my eyes . He chuckled "time for you to go change , grey " he mocked as he turned me around leading me into the dressing room .

He smiled as he closed the door " you're great " I sarcastically said . I tried on the first dress all of them were dark colors , he knows me here I am fighting another smile . This dress was black with lace around the off shoulders sleeves it was just a little bit higher than my knees . I slipped it on it fit perfectly not too tight . Maybe I can live with this ?. I slowly walked out the door , afraid from whatever reaction I was going to get , i heard nothing . I slowly looked up and there was Bruce just staring at me . " uh earth to dork " I spoke out raising my eyebrows . He continued to stare at me , eyes wide and mouth open and all . " uh okay maybe this dress isn't the one " I bit my lip in hesitation as I was about to walk back into the dressing room. When I felt a grip on my hand . I turned around and it was Bruce " no that is um definitely the one " he stared into my eyes as I looked into his soft ones . "You didn't say a word , Bruce I think you can tell me that it isn't the one " . I laughed " I couldn't you l-look so uh " he kept stuttering as he closed his eyes in frustration .

" you look so amazing is what I meant yea that's what I meant , you need to pick this one out " he opened up his eyes again .  "Uh thanks? " I tried to not smile . " let's see a twirl " he teased as he grabbed my hand . " no never " I rolled my eyes  " cmon I at least deserve one happy moment tonight " his green eyes pleaded . "Ugh " I groaned . He smiled in satisfaction as  he gently lifted up my arm and I quickly twirled for him just to get this thing over with  , that's when I forgot I had heels on .. I lost balance as if on instinct  his hands quickly moved to my waist , catching me he laughed as he stood me up " what an elegant Twirl " he smirked . I rolled my eyes " so are you going to get the dress ?" He smiled " I guesss" I said as I looked down at myself . " yes !" Bruce yelled and picked me up by my waist as he pulled me close to his chest and spun me around as if he won the lottery .

My hands were around his neck so i hit the back of his head with my hand . " alright Lia I get it I'll put you down " he laughed at my reaction . He settled me on the ground , " we need to goooo Bruce " I said as I looked down at my watch . "leave the dress on I'll just buy it like that " he looked down at me . " you're really going to buy it ?" I questioned . " yes why would I not Malia you're you " he grabbed my hand and leaded us to the counter . I nodded "if you say so " . " I do say so " he stared at me .

Soon enough we walked back to the manor , Alfred was waiting outfront .

Bruce's pov
Malia looks so amazing ..I couldn't even get any words out when I saw her .These feelings just keep getting stronger and I don't know how I could ever tell her . " well you two look nice " Alfred walked up to and ruffled our heads . " hey , the hair !" I said quickly putting my hand over my head . While Malia gave a playful glare at him and pushed his arm off her hair . She then turned to me " your hairs a little messed up , here let me fix it " she reached up on her tippy toes , I chuckled . She then started ruffling my hair " there you go " she settled herself on the ground with a smile . I shook my head at her , that only messed up my hair more .

I passed my fingers through my hair trying to sort it out while Malia was standing there laughing at me . " ha ha very funny " I stared at her . " very " a smile grew on her face as stepped into the car. I slid in next to her . The funeral .. I can't believe they're really , gone . Why'd this happen!!! Sure seemed like the guy knew them . I took a deep breath as I closed my eyes and rested my head on the window . I felt a hand on mine I opened up my eyes and there was Malia . "Think of this as closure " she whispered . I slowly nodded my head .
I almost don't want people hugging all over me for this whole day , I don't want to accept this . I can't . We arrived at the cemetery ...

Malia and I both slowly stepped out , Alfred behind us with a hand on each of our shoulders . I closed my eyes not wanting to see what's ahead . Malia grabbed my hand and we both walked to the front where the coffins were , people were , family . I kept looking around any where but the coffins . Elliot ?... my hand unintentionally got a looser grip on Malia's hand .. Elliot wins doesn't he , he's here enjoying my sadness and despair.. I looked towards the coffins . "Thomas and Martha Wayne " the priest started . " great people parents of one , owners of their own company here in Gotham , well known , great people . May their prayers be with us " people started to throw flowers . As the coffins were going down into the ground . Tears started well up in my eyes .. they can't be gone . I started to cry , I turned to Malia and there was tears forming in her eyes too . I pulled her into a hug holding her by her back . We cried into eachothers arms . Heavy tears slow fluid tears .

I soon felt a tap on my shoulder , I slowly looked up it was Jim Gordon the police at the scene that promised he would find my parents killers . Malia slowly let go of me . " I'm keeping my promise " he spoke out with sympathy . I nodded " thank you " I tried to smile . "My pleasure " he turned to Alfred " I'll call you if I have any new leads " . "Thank you Gordon , Bruce , Malia we shall be going now ".

Malia and I slowly walked to the car . Reluctantly threw ourselves in . There was pure silence until I started to cry again , heavy tears Malia leaned her head against mine and hugged me tight . " shall I take you home Malia ?" Alfred spoke . Malia looked up at me for confirmation, I nodded . " yes Alfred " she drearily said . But we didn't let go of eachother.
" here you are Malia " Alfred said . " talk to you later B " she looked into my eyes and gave me one last hug . I didn't want to let go of her I'd be letting go all of courage I had to stay strong .. " I love you " I whispered " love you too " Lia said and got out of car , she never lets drop her home in front of her house... I sighed and leant my head on the window .

" master Bruce , your parents love you and they'll always be with you " Alfred said as we arrived at the manor . I stepped out . We walked into the manor . Didn't feel the same as before , especially with Malia not here . It really hit me .. " I'll be off to bed then " Alfred rubbed my back . " thanks " I said as he walked off . I'm all alone now , it really hit me . I walked into the living room . Seeing a picture of my parents . Why did this happen !!! Who killed them and why !!! Questions were racing through my head . Why ? . I closed my eyes in frustration and clenched my fists . All these thought all this fear .. I opened up my eyes and took a deep breath walking over to the table where a candle was lit . My hand reached over it I slowly started moving it closer to the fire , my eyes would flinch but I touched it . All these questions running through my head I kept my hand there , I closed my eyes .

I heard a rapid motion so I quickly got up and instantly put my hand behind my back . " what are you doing Bruce " Alfred asked raised his eyebrows at me in confusion " uh nothing " I looked up at him ...