Chapter 71 - 45 Camelots test begins (1/2)

The two managed to escape from Manticore when he was writhing in pain and reach the tunnel which earlier served as the sewage tunnel. Originally he was heading for his hideout but seeing a small demons flying towards them Thomas changed the direction and hid himself here.

This hideout isn't bad either for the foul smell may hide their sent and prevent any of the monsters from finding them.

Thomas hasn't hidden his face so Batman has seen the face of his savior which made his face turn sour.

Batman and Thomas aren't on good terms, especially after their last talks. As such it wouldn't be a problem for Thomas to leave him be, yet he saved him. This made his confused as well as curious and he asked, ” Why did you save me?”

Thomas gave him a look and didn't bother to grace him with a reply.

Instead he revealed a holographic protection of the map of the tunnel. He points towards a certain direction and said, ” If you walk in that direction, You will reach the outlet of the sewage. I am sure you can call help from there. ” he didn't want to start anymore than necessary and walks towards the direction they ran from.

Batman understood that at his current state he is a liability for him. He didn't refuse and asked, ”” What about you?”

Thomas cannot reveal his true purpose and acted like he is going something for the best of everyone.

He replied back with as much goodwill as he could gather, ” I will scout the area and gather intel. This level of action has most likely attracted attention of some organisations which will send it's forces here.

I cannot do much to support them, but I can help them with my intel. ”To increase his charm he even have a bright smile on his face.

After all it isn't a complete lie. If someone come looking for help, he will give this information to them but it will never be free.

He will be self righteous and stand true to his ideals. It will be done under the principle of equivalent exchange.

Batman looked in his eyes to see if he is lying, but it was the truth. He cannot believe someone as selfish and cruel as Thomas would do anything for the Greater Good.

” Why? Why are you putting yourself in danger?” He inquired feeling guilty that someone is working hard to protect his city while he can only watch.

” Why are you trying to be a hero?” He shouted at Thomas not caring if anyone heard his shouts.

Thomas laughed at his words. This angered him. He hissed, ” What are you laughing at?”

He looks at him and replied back earnestly, ”If you think I am trying to be a hero then you are wrong. People like you who dont care about themselves and put themselves in danger for others are hero. True heroes are like you, hiding in the shadows protecting people not caring what others think about you.

Out of all those vigilante running around, I only regard you and superman as a hero. Both of you are too selfless for your own good.”

With those words he left behind a shell shocked Batman who had no idea what to say after that.