The night was cold and the sky was overcast, casting a gloom over Gotham City. Commissioner Jim Gordon stood on the rooftop of the Gotham City Police Department, the Bat-Signal glowing brightly against the clouds. He adjusted his glasses, the familiar weight of anticipation settling over him. He had grown accustomed to Bat//man’s silent arrivals, often heralded by nothing more than a rustle in the shadows.

But tonight was different. Minutes ticked by, and Bat//man was nowhere to be seen. Gordon’s eyes scanned the surrounding rooftops, searching for any sign of the Dark Knight. Instead, he noticed a smaller, shadowy figure lurking behind him. Initially, he thought it might be Robin, but this person was different.

Startled yet composed, Gordon turned to face the stranger. “And who might you be?” he asked, his voice steady despite his surprise.