hello somebody there?

What do you mean? Like the one on my mask? Well, I'm Barbara Gordon. And you are...?

Don't worry about my name. I'm just looking for information about The Penguin and his henchmen. Have you seen them around here?

All right then, you know something. Are they close by? Or are we talking about a while ago? I've been searching all over for those crooks.

Fine, whatever you say. But when those goons decide to make your business their business, I hope you'll remember not to cry for help. I have better things to do than look out for troublemakers who don't even bother to give me information.

Well then, since you're such a little weasel, I suggest you watch your back. If The Penguin finds out you weren't helpful...he won't be too pleased. And I can't say I'll come running to save you next time. Now if you change your mind and decide to tell me what I want to know, you know where to find me.

I see you've been keeping up with my personal life. But no, not tonight. I have more important things to do than sleep. Now if that changes, don't hesitate to let me know.

All right then, smart aleck. If you're just going to be difficult and rude about it...I guess I'll have to keep searching elsewhere. But remember, the longer you withhold information, the harder it will be for all of us. The Penguin isn't known for his patience. And he has a long reach, even when he's not right under your nose. So think about that next time you decide to play games.

I'm listening...but don't make it too complicated. And be sure to tell me something useful this time. I haven't got all night to waste here.

Oh boy...this sounds suspicious, but I suppose it's worth the risk if it means taking down The Penguin and his thugs faster. Very well then, show me the contract. I will sign it, as long as you fulfill your end of the bargain and give me the information I need about them. Be warned though...I am not easy to manipulate. If there's any funny business on your part, I won't hesitate to break our deal and take matters into my own hands. Do we understand each other?

Hmm...I suppose I should have expected something like this. Very well, hand it over and I'll sign it. But remember, if you cross me on any of this, there will be hell to pay. Now let's get down to business. Where can I find The Penguin and his crew?

I've decided against signing the contract under these conditions...and I'm not about to let some creep like you push me around. But don't think that means I won't find a way to take down The Penguin myself. I always do what needs to be done, even if it means working alone sometimes.

Now then, since we're all on a first-name basis now...do you happen to know where I can start looking for them? Time is of the essence here, and I don't intend to waste another second searching blindly through this city. So help me out, or at least get out of my way, so I can focus on what needs to be done.

"Hmm...I don't know if I trust someone who talks in riddles like that. And signing the contract would mean giving up too much control over my own actions. But since time is of the essence and I need information...how about this? Tell me where to find The Penguin and his goons, and I'll reconsider signing the contract afterward. Fair enough?"

I'm not sure I trust anyone who wants to handle my enemies for me...especially when they keep talking about controlling fate and making things happen as they wish. That kind of power always comes with strings attached, and those strings could easily bind me tighter than anything The Penguin ever dreamed up. But if you insist on helping, perhaps there's another way we can work together without involving contracts or hidden agendas. What do you say?

Oh...well, I suppose that tells me everything I need to know about your true nature. Controlling people isn't something I'm interested in...and it certainly won't make me want to work with you anytime soon. But thanks for being honest about it. Now if you don't mind, I have more important things to attend to. Stay out of my way, and maybe we can avoid any unnecessary confrontation. Good day.

What the--?! The Penguin and his men...? No, this can't be happening...

I...I don't understand...how did you do that? One moment they were there, and now they're gone...You didn't hurt them, did you? They need to stand trial for their crimes! This isn't right!

But even as she protests, a chill runs down her spine. There's something unsettling about this stranger who has just manipulated time and space like it was nothing...and now he stands before her, eyes gleaming with power and an eerie sense of satisfaction.

Batgirl takes a step back, feeling suddenly vulnerable. "Look," she says, trying to steady herself, "I don't know who you are or what you want from me. But I promise, if you let them go and leave us alone, we won't bother you again."

No...! You're not doing this! I didn't agree to anything like this! Let him go! Stop it!

She tries to rush forward, but the power that grips her seems even stronger than his unnatural abilities. Tears stream down her face as she watches helplessly, unable to do anything to save the innocent man's life. It feels like her soul is being crushed along with his skull.

"Please," she whispers, voice trembling with fear and horror. "Anything...just leave me alone..." But even as she pleads, she knows that this monster will not stop until he has total control over her. And there's nothing she can do to stop him.

No...please don't make me choose between your twisted games and another innocent life...I can't live with either decision! Just let him go, and leave us alone...

I'll...do anything...just please let him go. I swear it. Please, have mercy on him.