At the Metropolis area Federal Bureau of Investigation field office, Jimmy, who had been sitting beside the conference table, stood and shook hands with Bruce, who had just walked in.
The burly Black agent always looked somewhat stern. He stepped back to let Bruce enter the office, and the two sat down at the table.
"Mr. Wayne, thank you very much for taking time out of your busy schedule to cooperate with this investigation and contribute to federal security and education." Jimmy offered Bruce a few routine compliments.
Bruce shook his head slightly, a worried expression appearing on his face. He looked at Jimmy and said, "You should know why I came here. I don't want any blemishes on my educational record, and I especially don't want Wayne Enterprises dragged into this matter."
"I came here to make sure your investigation won't affect my business, and that there won't be any rumors damaging my personal reputation."
Bruce's words were very direct, but Jimmy did not take offense. He studied Bruce's expression seriously and said, "Mr. Wayne, please have faith in the Federal Bureau of Investigation's capabilities. We will enforce the law impartially and do our utmost to deliver a satisfactory outcome for everyone."
"All right, that's enough small talk." Bruce sounded somewhat impatient as he looked at Jimmy. "What did you bring me here to ask?"
Before Jimmy could speak, Bruce spread his hands and said, "You should know that I'm responsible for Wayne Enterprises. I simply don't have that much time to study at school. If you want to learn Professor Rodriguez's private habits from me, you're barking up the wrong tree."
"Of course." Jimmy nodded. "This is merely a routine inquiry and will not involve any private matters between you and him. If any of my questions make