Ch: 18 [Selina]

Ch: 18 [Selina]

As Bruce hurried to his room to change, he could feel a mix of excitement and nervousness building up inside him. He knew that he had taken a bold step by bringing Selina into Wayne Manor and offering her a chance for a better life. Now, he needs to discuss this with his parents and seek their understanding and support.

Quickly changing into more formal attire, he took a deep breath to steady himself before heading down to the living room. He saw his parents chatting happily with each other while sipping tea prepared by the maid.

"There he is," Thomas smiled as he spotted Bruce walking in.

Bruce cleared his throat and slowly made his way toward his parents before giving each of them a hug. His father rubbed his hair before chuckling and his mother gently pinched his cheeks. Seeing their warm reception, he heaved a sigh of relief─ his worries vanished in thin air.

Thomas and Martha smiled warmly.

"Take a seat, son," Thomas gestured at the sofa for him to take a seat.

Bruce nodded and sat next to his parents.

"I heard you brought a new guest," Thomas inquired, glancing at Bruce.

"Yes, her name is Selina Kyle, orphaned and homeless. She lives on the streets... Dad, I want to take responsibility for her," Bruce declared firmly.

Martha widened her eyes. She didn't expect Bruce to bring a street urchin into Wayne's manor.

But she saw Selina before coming here and after the bath and clean clothes, she looked completely different─ Selina is very beautiful. She instantly took a liking to the girl as soon as she saw her bright smile. There was no greed in her eyes... only a glint of weariness and gratitude. She wondered how a teenage girl who had been on the streets since childhood could have that look in her eyes. It was hard for Martha to put her finger on it─ she seemed mature, world-wise beyond her years. Yet, there was that glint of curiosity and playfulness that reminded her of Bruce...

Martha looked toward her husband and gave a slide nod.

"Alright," Thomas nodded in agreement. He knows that his son wouldn't just bring someone home or do something without a good reason. Bruce is a responsible boy. He has always been since his childhood, a sharp brain and more mature than other kids his age. Thomas trusts his son's judgment. Besides, this is the first time he has shown interest in someone of his age. Having someone his age around will help him grow emotionally. And maybe he will start looking outside his own world.

Martha giggled, "Since you brought her here, she is your responsibility, okay?"

Bruce nodded with a smile, "Yes, mom."

"Oh, I need your help dad," He looked at his father, "Selina's sister Maggie... I promised her that I would reunite them together. Maggie is adopted. I need your connections to track her down and I want to provide Selina with a proper education as a start... she needs tutors and teachers to guide her..."

Thomas nodded with a chuckle, "Leave it to me. I will help you arrange everything─ tutors, teachers, and Maggie."

Bruce smiled brightly, "Thanks, dad! You are the best!"

Thomas patted Bruce's head with a proud smile─ his son was growing up.

"And thank you, mom, for that slide nod," He grinned.

"Haaa... Sharp eyes as ever, huh?" She chuckled.

The Wayne couple spent the rest of the day discussing Selina's arrangements. They decided to hire private tutors and teachers to educate her and enroll her in a reputed school.

[Dinner Table]

Later that evening, everyone gathered at the dining table... Bruce, Thomas, Martha, and Selina.

Bruce chuckled seeing her dumbfounded expression and led her toward her room. The room next to his.

"What? You don't like cars?" He asked teasingly.

Selina snapped out and shook her head furiously, "No... That's not it... I just couldn't believe an eighteen-year-old boy like you could think of making such things..."

"Don't be surprised just yet," He opened the door to her room, "There is more to come... This is your room."

Selina widened her eyes. It's much bigger than the apartment she shared with Maggie during their orphanage days. Her eyes went toward the bed and wardrobe... they looked so soft and fluffy. This room cannot be compared to the makeshift cardboard beds that she slept in the past... filthy blankets and dusty mattresses!

Bruce walked toward the bed before jumping onto it.

"Try it," He called out to her with a grin.

Selina hesitated for a bit before walking toward the bed and jumping onto it.

"Soft!!" She squealed excitedly─ a genuine smile bloomed on her face. Bruce couldn't help but stare at her dazzling smile.

'Beautiful,' He thought subconsciously.

Selina blushed hearing Bruce's murmur─ did he say something just now?

"Did you say something?" She asked shyly.

He quickly averted his gaze and jumped off the bed, "Nothing... I said nothing... Anyway, I will let you freshen up and sleep early. Dad will help bring your sister here. So, rest up."

She nodded with a smile, "Thank you, Bruce..."

He flashed a bright smile, "Sleep well, Selina."

As he was about to leave the room, she called him...

"I do like cars, but I think bikes are cool too," She blurted out. Her cheeks flushed pink.

Bruce stopped in his tracks and glanced back at Selina with a chuckle, "Bikes, huh? I will keep that in mind..."

He left the room with a smile... Selina is really interesting!

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