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iamthebatman ([info]iamthebatman) wrote in [info]modernage,
@ 2010-11-05 13:12:00

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Entry tags:!plot 06: nuke me baby one more time, barbara gordon | oracle, bruce wayne | batman, clark kent | superman, damian wayne | rook, diana | wonder woman, iris west | impulse, jason todd | red hood, katherine kane | batwoman, lex luthor, lois lane, richard grayson | nightwing, selina kyle | catwoman, thomas elliot | hush, {alfred pennyworth}, ∴ scenes: backdated

Backdated: Bruce Wayne's Charity Gala
WHO: Bruce Wayne, Any of the guests of honor who accepted the invitation (Superman, Wonder Woman, Black Adam, Isis) Anyone in the Press, Anyone who could afford a ticket, anyone who knows some one who could afford a ticket (Just about everyone should have at least one character who can attend)
WHAT: The Big Charity Gala to raise money for the Citizens of Qurac
WHEN: Evening of May 31st
WHERE: A big fancy building in Metropolis



It was the usual fair for a charity event. Lights, where hung up, but not as ostentatious as if they had been putting up decorations for a party to celebrate Bruce Wayne himself. Given how the last one of those had gone, it was probably for the best. There were gossip columnists, and entertainment reports standing outside talking about what people were wearing, numerous photographers taking pictures, which Bruce had to stop every few steps to pose for, with and without a throng of people to join him in the photo op.

Inside, were pictures of Qurac before its destruction, as well as details on its reconstruction, (of particular note highlighting Lex Luthors efforts to help the country) images of families, and information about how people can donate money, time or resources to help. Of course there was also the usual things one would find at fancy parties, waiters carrying food, and people in nice clothes engaged in shallow small talk.

And through it all Bruce Wayne moved, with a smile and a kind word for all of his guests (As well as two more kind words for himself)

Same deal as the birthday party thread, start a sub thread for individual conversations, if anyone wants to talk to Bruce post a sub thread and he shall appear.



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Diana + Open
[info]wonderamazon
2010-11-07 03:27 am UTC (link)
It was not unusual for members of the hero community to attend the charity events pertaining to such a harrowed situation. While they often relied on brute strength and skill to offer aid, they could always offer their aid through presence alone.

Diana may not have been dressed in her usual star-spangled outfit, but the Amazon certainly stood out. She wore a striking red chiton, with gold on her wrists, around her waist, and wrapped in her long, dark hair. She stood amidst the crowds, towering over the average in attendance. Her eyes were constantly scanning the area, searching for those she knew and preparing herself for an attack that seemed inevitable.

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Diana and Tommy
[info]thequietcut
2010-11-07 04:29 am UTC (link)
No attack came. Instead what Diana was presented with was a glass of champagne from behind. Tommy Elliot slid his way closer to the statuesque woman and smiled. Wonder Woman struck a very intimidating silhouette that would have warded off most other men, but Tommy was undeterred. She was a member of the Justice League of America, which meant she had some relationship to Batman, which meant she was of interest to him.

"Champagne? You looked a little bored standing there by yourself." He gave her a friendly smile. "I'm Thomas Elliot. Nice to meet you."

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Re: Diana and Tommy
[info]wonderamazon
2010-11-09 12:10 am UTC (link)
Diana's turned just enough to see the drink followed by the arm it was attached to. She declined with a graceful shake of the head. "Diana of Themyscira," she returned the greeting politely. "Is there something that I can help you with?"

Propriety was not lost on Diana, but she had never been one for idle conversation. It was assumed that all who approached her had done so with a purpose.

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Re: Diana and Tommy
[info]thequietcut
2010-11-13 07:40 pm UTC (link)
"Admittedly, I was hoping you might grace me with a little of your company tonight--that is if you aren't too busy with the other guests," Tommy gave her his best smile, settling the extra glass of champagne on a nearby table. "Your exploits are so well known. I was just hoping to hear some about it first hand."

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Re: Diana and Tommy
[info]iamthebatman
2010-11-17 05:30 am UTC (link)
"Oh yes Princess! I would love to hear these stories as well." Bruce approached, drink in hand. He took a sip and then looked between the two of them with a smile.

"I would absolutely love to hear about some exciting adventures, for example, is it true that you single handedly destroyed an entire island of evil robots?" Bruce turned to give Tommy a friendly glance, then looked back to the Princess.

"Plus there's some juicy gossip going around that you may be involved with Superman, I assume it's simply professional yes?" Typical Bruce Wayne, always fishing to find out if a woman is single.

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Re: Diana and Tommy
[info]wonderamazon
2010-11-17 04:02 pm UTC (link)
Wonder Woman would have been happy entertaining one man with a warrior's, but Bruce's interruption left her rethinking which story to tell. One that involved she and her Amazon sisters removing man's stench from many a world.

Diana gave a nod of her head in acknowledgment to Bruce Wayne. His reputation was not lost on her and a stern glance was the most he would be getting this evening. "I have fought many robots on many islands. None were inherently good or evil."

She stood between the two, offering equal attention to both until Bruce's statement. A delicate brow curved and she turned to address him fully. "I will not entertain you with a comment based on rumor. Is there something else you would like to know?" The question was posed to both.

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Re: Diana and Tommy and Bruce
[info]thequietcut
2010-11-17 09:42 pm UTC (link)
Tommy whistled a bit. Bruce had really gotten himself into it this time. He had to wonder how much of his behavior was just for show. "I'm sorry, you'll have to forgive Bruce for his questions. You see, he's fully entrenched in the world of gossip. But it's the money and the face. He can't help it. Isn't that right, Brucey?"

He laughed jokingly, patting his friends arm with friendly familiarity. He turned his eyes back to Wonder Woman, meeting her gaze. He had gotten good over the years at playing respect to women. His mother had taught him how to fake it. "It's nice to see you and your teammates taking such an interest in charity, considering all you already do. I actually got Zatanna to come to my hospital and do some magic for the pediatrics ward. It was a great thing."

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Re: Diana and Tommy and Bruce
[info]iamthebatman
2010-11-17 10:24 pm UTC (link)
Bruce hung his head, and laughed slightly at Tommy's reassurance. He looked toward Wonder Woman, and tried changing his position into an apologetic bow. The reason behind this particular interaction was twofold. First, Superman and Wonder Woman being some of the only people he'd worked with closely that didn't know of his secret identity, this would be a good test of his acting ability. Second, it was a good chance to see how his teammates acted when they didn't realize they were under the watchful eyes of Batman.
 
"My sincerest apologies Princess, I didn't mean to offend, I also didn't mean to suggest anything either. I just thought it would be terribly unjust for me to make assumptions about you based solely on things I had heard, without actually talking to you first." He offered a polite smile, and let out a breath.
 
"I agree with Doctor Elliot though. In fact the reason I came over was to thank you for accepting the invitation." Bruce took a sip from his glass and glanced between the two of them.
 
"Though, if you are willing to grace us with some stories, I for one would actually enjoy hearing a bit about some your political interactions. The media is too eager to cover crazy super villain battles, it ignores that some of the most significant achievements are accomplished with words, and not violence."

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Re: Diana and Tommy and Bruce
[info]wonderamazon
2010-11-18 01:02 am UTC (link)
Diana had barely moved since the two began to talk. Though she offered her full attention, she stood sturdy and unflinching between them. Despite the gala, it was evident that she was braced for trouble.

"Why would we not come? We are warriors, yes, but how would we know what to fight for if we did not speak with those we protect? I am a champion for Earth, not a god of it."

"As for my political experiences, I have traveled the world many times over for my homeland. As an ambassador, I have met leaders both strong and weak, cruel and kind. Not all are good, not all are evil, but all have been willing to speak. Most without physical threat," she added with just a touch of a smile to break her stoic appearance. Diana could joke, it was just rare when she exercised her humor.

"The two of you must understand, yes? Ambassadors and warriors are not the only ones who speak for their people. You are both leaders of men."

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Re: Diana and Tommy and Bruce
[info]thequietcut
2010-11-21 04:33 pm UTC (link)
"Personally, I consider myself a servant of men...and women," Tommy added with a little grin. "You'd be surprised how isolating the life of a surgeon can be. But I do understand the idea of being an advocate. I've been at the forefront of some very experimental treatments. It's amazing how resistant the hierarchy can be to progress and healing."

He gave a shrug, turning his eyes to Bruce. "Bruce has more attachments then me, though." His smile took on a slightly sharp quality. "He's something of a symbol in Gotham." His head whipped sharply back to Diana, as though he had just made a connection. "Just like your Bat-friend."

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Re: Diana and Tommy and Bruce
[info]iamthebatman
2010-11-22 04:09 am UTC (link)
Bruce rolled his eyes.

"Tommy didn't she just say she wasn't going entertain us with comments based on rumors? Everybody knows "the Batman" is something the police made up." They didn't of course, by this point there were numerous witnesses to Batman, even blurry pictures had surfaced.

"But in regards to your comment Princess, I understand what yo mean. Of course, being a lover, and not a fighter I always try to encourage people to resolve situations without resorting to violence." Bruce tilted his head down slightly.

"The last thing I want, is to see more people die." He took a sip from his glass and lifted his gaze shrugging his shoulders.

"Of course that just means my fights are in a more metaphorical sense. I use words instead of weapons, but if I have my Greek Pantheon right... it was Artemis...no, Athena, she was the goddess of, amongst other things, strategy. And we all know she was a lot cooler then the god of war."

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Re: Diana and Tommy and Bruce
[info]wonderamazon
2010-11-23 02:31 am UTC (link)
Diana refrained from commenting on Batman's existence. If Mr. Wayne refused to acknowledge the existence of someone who was very real, so be it. Of course, his mention of the gods, however limited his knowledge, in the same conversation was enough to uncover a smile.

"Each of the gods are necessary. However much you disagree with them, they command respect." Though her island was not devoted to the men, there was an unspoken courtesy to the male gods. Tensions were high between them and though Diana would not allow men such as Ares to control Themyscira, she dared not belittle their strength. It would forever be an ongoing battle. "Just as they serve a purpose, so do we. Be it through words or battle is up to one's own choices."

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