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Who's Gotta Date With A Wayne?

The next morning was a flurry of emotions. Brianna was giddy and happier than she had been in the past few days,  Ethan was miserable, Harley was quiet, Joker was watching tv and drinking coffee, Ecco was playing with Jerome in front of him, the children oblivious to the tension in the room. The squad had packed their bags and some left during the night. Ginger, Josh, Cierra and Delgado were the only ones remaining. Ginger and josh watched the heiress skip around humming. Ginger sighed, sitting across from Brianna. "Okay sister- spill." Brianna giggled, "Guess who's gotta date with billionaire playboy Damian Wayne to the Charity Ball!" These words caused everyone to stop what they were doing. Joker and Harley shared a look, Josh stopped mid chew, Delgado and Cierra just stared, and Ethan after overcoming his own shock, yelled in anger and marched to the elevator. "I'm gonna kill him!" Jasen Frost suddenly grabbed him after a look from The Joker. Joker sneered, "Brianna, Princess. What did you say my little card?" Brianna giggled, "I might have a date with Damian Wayne to the Charity Ball. Held this year at Wayne Manor." Joker chuckled, "And my darling- does he know who  you are?" Brianna nodded, "Yep. And he doesn't care." Joker grinned, "Well. This is certainly interesting." Brianna looked at her father, "He's no Jack Carsen dad. Damian hasn't lied to me, or cheated on me, or done shit behind my back. In fact- he was there when Jack wasn't. Damian was there when I needed him the most..." Harley grinned, "I approve." Joker huffed, "It's a little cliche, no- really cliche, but as long as it makes you happy princess. Just don't forget to pickpocket the guests." Brianna giggled, "Of course."

Brianna spent the day getting measured for her gala dress. Ethan watched with narrowed eyes from a bench in the corner of the room. "What's your problem, little brother?" Brianna asked, Ethan scoffed, "Nothing. Nothing at all." Brianna frowned, "Don't lie to me, Ethan." Ethan shook his head. "It's nothing. Really. I promise." He flashed his sister a smile, Brianna frowned and turned away, changing the subject. "How was your date with Cinder?" Ethan shrugged, "It was good. We got slushies and went to see the stars from Amusement Mile." Brianna nodded, "That's romantic." Ethan nodded, "We're pretty serious." Brianna giggled, "Will I be getting a sister in law anytime soon?" Ethan blushed, "Wha-? No! Besides, we're too young for that." Brianna snickered, "Your never to young for anything." Ethan rolled his eyes, silent for a few moments. "Tell me," He said, drawing his twin's attention. "What's the attraction? I never picked you to fall for a goody two shoes like Damian Wayne." Brianna sighed and waved the tailor off. The tailor packed up his things and left the room. Brianna knelt beside her brother and tilted his chin up. "Simple. He was there when I needed him. Not like how Jack was. Jack would do as he pleased. He only cared for himself. Damian cares about me. He puts me first. He's selfless." She stood and walked over to stare at a family portrait on the wall. "Besides," she said, "It'll be good to have a billionaire in our corner. If I'm with him that makes me even more so untouchable than I already am. Waller wouldn't dare kidnap me if I'm in the public eye. Especially if I'm dating a superhero." Ethan frowned, "I don't like him." Brianna laughed, "I know. Just be civil for the time being. Please? For me?" Ethan smirked, rolling his eyes playfully as she pouted at him. "Fine. Go get ready for your date." Brianna giggled, kissing his cheek before walking out of the room to get ready. As soon as she was gone, Ethan's smile dropped. He pulled out his phone and dialed a number. "Rico? We need to act fast. She's gotta date with Damian Wayne at the Charity Ball at Wayne Manor tonight. We can't let it get serious. Once she's accepted by Bruce Wayne it's over. Tell the queen to start making a plan."

Brianna's hair for the gala (BELOW)

Brianna's dress (Below)

Brianna was putting on diamond earrings, Harley watched her, a smile on her face. "You look beautiful." Brianna smiled, "Thanks mom." Harley watched her daughter before walking over to help her with her hair. "You know," She started, "I think this will be good for you. Being with the Wayne boy I mean." Brianna hummed thoughtfully, "How so?" Harley smiled, gathering her daughter's dark hair into a  elegant updo. Harley looked at her daughter with a small smile, "Well- for starters it's good having the Wayne's of all people in our corner. And for another, it makes you happy." Brianna smiled, "I guess me being with Damian does give me additional privileges." Harley nodded, "Your only challenge for now is being accepted by Bruce Wayne and the rest of the Wayne family." Brianna nodded. Harley embraced her daughter, "I'll have Jasen let you know when Damian gets here." Brianna watched her mother leave and finally released the breath she didn't know she'd been holding. Staring at herself in the mirror, she saw the flicker in her green eyes. She wasn't sure she loved Damian, and she had no doubts that Damian himself knew this- but outside of the pair of them, no one else knew. Brianna was giving Damian a chance, but deep down she knew for now at least she couldn't love him. She loved Damian as a best friend and perhaps a short term boyfriend, but she didn't love him like she had loved Jack. Shaking the thought from her mind, a knock at the door made her jump. "Come in." Jasen Frost entered the room. "Princess? Mr. Damian Wayne is here."