It's a downside to being the richest and most famous philanthropist in Gotham: Bruce Wayne is expected to participate in high society. And, thus, so is his family. Bruce is, let's be honest, getting somewhat renowned for his penchant for adopting new family members. He's well aware of the gossip - both positive and negative - on the matter. It's not that he really cares what people think - so long as their opinions do not come back on his children and cause problems - but, you know, he's aware of it.

And introducing his new wards to the 'high society' crowds is expected. Required, practically. It's part of the civilian act; he's got to play the part, and so does his family. So every new child taken in - no matter what circumstances they're taken from, no matter how much he may wish to keep them out of the limelight until they're ready for this sort of thing - eventually, alas, needs to accompany him to a gala. In fact, there's usually a gala held specifically for the occasion.

He's not fond of it. He doesn't like marching his kids around like they're something to display. But it's part of the act, and, well, he's had a lot of practice by now, warding off the worst of the attention, keeping his children safe while still doing what's expected. And, sometimes? Letting them have a little fun and throw these high-society types for a bit of a loop. Sometimes this gala actually ends up making some pretty good memories. He's hoping that'll be the case tonight.

Bruce gave you the usual little lecture. "Mind your manners, stay out of the champagne, you don't have to talk to anyone you don't want to especially the press, come straight to me if anyone makes you uncomfortable." He's assured you that it's just a few hours and then it's over and Alfred will probably make you a special treat for dealing with the whole thing. And now, he's leading you into the main ballroom, with a hand on your shoulder and one last teasing reminder to, "Try not to cause too much trouble tonight."