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Depp immediately began to explain: "This is a reagent known as the perfect version of Compound 5. After using it, you will awaken some unexpected special abilities, but no one knows exactly what kind of abilities and changes will occur in you."

Selena immediately understood what Depp meant, and she said, "So, honey, you want me to decide for myself whether or not to use this thing?"

Depp hugged Selena tightly and said, "That's right, because even I can't predict how your body will change after using this, so I can't make the decision for you."

Selena thought for a moment, then put the reagent under her pillow and said, "It would be terrible if I became ugly after using it. So I've decided not to use this stuff for now, but I'll keep it with me just in case."

Depp nodded and said, "Yes, that's a good idea. Besides that, I will continue to upgrade the suit."

Selena climbed onto Depp, wrapped her arms around his neck, and said, "None of that matters. I have you, and that's enough. Even in my current suit, I've almost never encountered an enemy capable of harming me."

Meanwhile, at Arkham Asylum, Joseph was personally instructing and supervising Bane and his gang.

After all, Bane was the guy who once plunged Arkham Asylum and Gotham City into crisis.

Joseph doesn't have a system or a mirror of information, so he can't truly trust Bane in a short time.

However, what Joseph didn't expect was...

Despite his bear-like physique, Bane is surprisingly meticulous, knowledgeable, and intelligent.

Most importantly, he is very obedient.

This is completely different from the Bain we've heard about!

In less than two days, he had become extremely proficient at all the tasks assigned to him.

“This guy is truly a rare talent.” Joseph said, looking at Bane, who was stopping the two patients from fighting. “If Mr. Depp hadn’t already made arrangements, I really wouldn’t have wanted to send him to Batman.”

After treating the two patients, Bane clapped his hands and walked over to Joseph: "I'm sorry, Dean Joseph, after I finish my studies here, I must go to Batman for further training."

Joseph asked, "After this, how do you plan to uphold justice? Will you fight evil in Gotham like Batman?"

Bain shook his head and said, "I want to go back to my hometown after I've really learned all of this, and make it a better place."

Joseph looked up at Bain, patted him on the chest, and said, "What an ambitious kid. I believe you will succeed."

"Thank you for your compliment, Dean Joseph."

It has to be said that after Depp overcame his inner demons, Bane's temper became much better than before.

No longer being troubled by the nightmares of bats at night, Bane's tense nerves gradually relaxed.

The ample and comfortable sleep he had during this period also helped him to calm down.

Perhaps, the original character didn't necessarily have to become a terrifying villain who killed countless people.

In fact, Bane's childhood experiences were quite similar to Bruce's.

Despite losing both parents at a young age, Bruce still enjoys a life of luxury with Alfred, a butler who carefully teaches him how to be a man, as well as the Wayne Corporation and Wayne Estate.

But Bane only had other prisoners and dark, cold cells.

Even the zombies were just a rather clever rebel army, completely clueless about how to teach a child to be a truly good person and a man.

Or perhaps, zombies themselves aren't good people.

In addition, Alfred would cook all of Bruce's favorite dishes, and could even make dishes that tasted just like Martha Wayne's.

Bane, imprisoned in an underground water dungeon, could only eat raw fish, shrimp, and dead rats that drifted into his cell with the tide.

Motivated by the death of their parents, Bruce and Bane studied all sorts of knowledge like crazy and honed their physical abilities for many years.

Bruce travels the world, learning various skills from masters in different countries.

But Bain could only learn his skills through self-study in the damp and dark prison.

Even when faced with situations and difficulties he couldn't handle, Bain was unable to seek help from others.

This led to completely different fates and life trajectories for Bruce and Bane.

But Depp's appearance shattered everything; he led Bane out of the shadows and into the light.

Chapter 262 The Batman Gathering

As dusk falls and the sun sets, the sky over Gotham is a striking mix of gray and orange, creating a unique and beautiful scene.

Bruce was lying on a bench by the rooftop pool, wearing swim trunks, with his beautiful Gotham Elementary School teacher, whom he had only met two days prior, in his arms.

blonde hair, blue eyes, youthful face, and large breasts.

With his sister in his arms, Bruce quietly watched the sunset slowly descend the mountain.

"It's such a long-lost sense of peace and tranquility."

The woman's eyelashes fluttered slightly as she asked, "What's wrong? Is our young master Bruce Wayne so tired every day, busy looking for all sorts of women?"

Upon hearing this, Bruce, lost in thought, replied, "Unfortunately, that's not the case. Most of my fatigue comes from work. You can imagine that managing a large corporation like Wayne Enterprises is no easy task."

"That's true."

Upon hearing the words "Wayne Group," the woman immediately wrapped her arms tightly around Bruce's chest, swaying her body shyly.

Bruce remained unmoved and continued, "Besides, it's always been beautiful women like you who come to me; I don't need to look for them myself."

The woman didn't seem to care at all, and instead covered her mouth and laughed rather smugly: "Looks like I've stood out from all those beautiful women who actively came to your side, haven't I?"

Bruce smiled and said, "That's all for now."

"What a heartless man!"

The woman chuckled coquettishly, then casually touched Bruce's muscular chest.

As the sun set, Bruce got up and handed the woman a glass of red wine from the small table.

Prior to this, Alfred had already put several fast-acting sleeping pills in the drink.

The woman smiled as she took the wine glass and drank it down without hesitation, deliberately letting a few drops of red wine drip from the corners of her mouth, sliding down her chin and throat into her deep cleavage.

"It tastes good." The woman's voice was charming, but it gradually became softer. "It's just that the alcohol is a bit strong. I think... I'm already drunk."

"I'll help you back to your room."

Bruce helped the other person up and said softly.

The woman had fallen into a deep sleep, but a smile lingered on her lips, as if she knew something wonderful was about to happen to her.

Bruce carried the woman to the bed and drew the curtains closed.

Then, he took off the woman's swimsuit, took out four or five small balloons from the drawer, tore open the bag, and threw them haphazardly on the ground.

After doing all this, Bruce walked out of the room, where Alfred had been waiting for a long time.

"You're getting more and more skilled, young master."

Alfred joked.

Bruce stretched and said, "Although the guys from Arkham have been brought back, the nights in this city have never truly been peaceful. Batman still needs to appear in the dead of night in Gotham to teach those restless guys a lesson."

Alfred handed Bruce the Batsuit and cell phone, saying, "I saw you and Miss Oliver getting along very well today, so I didn't tell you that Mr. Depp sent you a message."

Upon hearing this, Bruce immediately slung the Batsuit over his forearm, quickly checked his phone, and said to Alfred, "Alfred, next time, no matter what, if Depp messages me or wants to contact me, you must let me know immediately! Even if I'm on a date with the British princess, understand?"

Alfred paused for a moment upon hearing this, then revealed a meaningful smile and said, "Yes, Mr. Bruce. Mr. Depp is of the highest priority to you, and I will definitely inform you immediately next time."

“That’s how it should be, but Ah Fu, why do I feel like your smile is a little strange?” Bruce put on his battle suit and said, “I just feel that this guy’s information is very important and I have to check it as soon as possible.”

"Yes, Mr. Bruce, you are right."

Alfred walked downstairs: "If there's nothing else, I'll head to the Bat Cave first, so I can meet you later."

"Okay, Afu."

Bruce agreed and began to check the messages Depp had sent him that morning.

A dozen seconds later, Bruce walked down the stairs and muttered to himself, "This guy actually caught Bane and sent him to Arkham Asylum. How did he do that? Oh well, if it were Depp, it wouldn't be surprising no matter how inhuman he did it."

The naive Bruce never imagined that a month later, Depp would take Bane out of Arkham Asylum and put him under his tutelage.

He also did not expect that Depp's move would officially kick off the formation of a brand-new international alliance.

Without the pressure from those lunatics at Arkham, Bruce's operation tonight went exceptionally smoothly and easily.

Perhaps it was precisely because of the intense operations during that period that Bruce, who was already exceptionally talented, grew even more.

Furthermore, Dick Grayson, who has been working alongside Bruce during this period, is much stronger than before.

Bruce is now completely at ease and is letting the original Robin act alone.

The next morning, the blonde Miss Oliver was awakened by the glaring sunlight.

"I... I've been sleeping until now?"

Oliver thought with some annoyance, then got up and looked around. He saw his clothes lying messily on the bed, many of them torn to shreds.

Looking at the scattered balloons, Oliver's face flushed slightly, his annoyance vanished, and a smile spread across his face.

"Although I can't remember it at all, it seems that the battle last night was very intense. Bruce is indeed a strong and good man."

She put on her clothes, opened the door, and stepped out, only to see Alfred with a serious expression.

“Miss Oliver, Mr. Bruce went to the company for a president’s meeting this morning.” Alfred lied without batting an eye. “He also specifically asked me to prepare a breakfast just for you. You can go and eat now.”

Upon hearing this, Oliver's beautiful eyes welled up with tears, and her face was filled with happiness.

“No need, Mr. Butler. I have to go to school to teach the children, so I’ll take my leave now,” Oliver said. “As for breakfast… please enjoy it alone, Mr. Butler. Goodbye.”

Watching Oliver leave Wayne Manor in his high heels, without even asking Alfred to take him home, and instead driving away himself, Bruce finally came out of the next room.

“Young master, this Ms. Oliver doesn’t seem very bright; she doesn’t even have the slightest bit of doubt.”

Alfred said.

Bruce, holding a sandwich, nodded: "That's right, that's why I chose her."

“Your choice is absolutely correct.” Alfred walked into the room and began tidying up. “But could you throw away fewer balloons next time? They’re really disgusting to clean up. And as your butler, I must remind you that these things cost money. If you don’t absolutely need so many, just throw away one or two next time.”

Bruce's face turned bright red upon hearing this, and he said with embarrassment, "Okay, okay, I understand, Afu. I definitely won't waste it like that next time."

Alfred packed the trash into a bag and took it away, saying, "Frugality is one of the virtues that the Wayne family has always upheld, but I must say, young master, you still have a long way to go in this regard."

Watching Alfred leave the house, Bruce muttered under his breath, "But I have plenty of money!"

These ordinary and pleasant days lasted for a month, the only difference being the enemies Bruce killed and the women he brought home to spend the night with.

A month later, when Depp brought Bane and the others to the Batcave, Bruce immediately felt a headache coming on.