Hearing Marcus's words about Alfred's preparations being ready, both students immediately turned and walked eagerly toward the experienced butler.
Alfred had been creating quite a commotion around Wayne Manor over the past several days. Although Bruce and Selina had been practicing their Zenurik techniques with serious dedication, they couldn't help but notice the constant activity and mysterious sounds coming from various parts of the estate.
"What do you think Alfred has prepared for us?" Bruce asked his partner with obvious curiosity.
"I'm guessing he's developed some kind of new equipment for our patrol activities," Selina responded thoughtfully. "After all, Wayne Enterprises has been delivering a lot of experimental products from their research laboratories over the past few days."
Selina spoke quietly, but despite her focus on training with Bruce, she had still been aware of the steady stream of mysterious packages and equipment being transported into Wayne Manor.
"Yeah, I think so too," Bruce agreed with a nod. "But I hope it's something that will actually help us rather than just ordinary equipment that won't make much difference."
While chatting about their expectations, both vigilantes made their way to the warehouse where Alfred had been spending most of his time working on his secret project.
Alfred was currently putting the finishing touches on his creation, making final adjustments and calibrations to ensure everything would function perfectly.
The various specialized products and automotive components had been almost completely integrated by his skilled work. If he hadn't explained the modifications to someone, no one would ever suspect that this sleek black sports car-like vehicle actually contained an impressive array of advanced combat capabilities.
"Alfred, our teacher said you've prepared something special for us!" Bruce called out as they approached.
Hearing Bruce's announcement, Alfred turned around to face them after completing his final adjustments and system checks.
"That's absolutely correct, Master Bruce," Alfred confirmed with obvious pride in his accomplishment. "I have indeed been preparing some very special equipment for your patrol activities during this recovery period."
As he spoke, Alfred stepped aside with a theatrical flourish, revealing the complete vehicle in all its impressive glory.
"This is...?" Bruce began, staring at the unusual vehicle with obvious amazement.
Seeing this remarkable machine, both Bruce and Selina looked at Alfred with expressions of curiosity and anticipation, hoping to receive a detailed explanation from their trusted butler.
"This vehicle has been specially designed and modified specifically for your use," Alfred explained with professional satisfaction.
While speaking, Alfred moved to a sophisticated computer terminal positioned nearby and began operating the control systems. With his expert manipulation, the seemingly normal vehicle began demonstrating its hidden capabilities and advanced weaponry.
"This is a sonic cannon developed by the research laboratories under Wayne Enterprises," Alfred announced as he activated the first system. "When used at maximum power output, it can directly shatter solid granite."
As soon as he finished speaking, the vehicle's headlights suddenly opened to reveal hidden weapon systems, and a cylindrical energy impact that was clearly visible to the naked eye was released with a sharp, piercing sound. The thick granite slab that had been positioned in front of the headlights was instantly blasted through, leaving a perfectly round hole.
"This is an implosion cannon developed by the military research division of Wayne Enterprises," Alfred continued his demonstration.
A powerful weapon resembling an oversized Gatling gun slowly rose from the vehicle's front hood, but the enormous barrel was clearly designed as a cannon rather than a conventional machine gun. Two thunderous explosions suddenly erupted from the weapon system.
A round of ammunition, fired from a barrel as thick as a child's arm, struck the concrete target positioned in the distance almost instantaneously. The reinforced concrete target exploded into countless fragments, demonstrating the weapon's devastating destructive capability.
This kind of overwhelming firepower surprised both observers, and they realized that this level of attack would represent a serious threat even to enhanced individuals like themselves.
"And this, Master Bruce!" Alfred continued his presentation as the vehicle's rear panel slowly opened, revealing spherical specialized equipment. "This is technology researched by the energy laboratories under Wayne Enterprises—it's called a magnetic restraint device!"
While speaking, Alfred pressed the control button to activate the magnetic restraint system.
The spherical magnetic device suddenly filled with electrical current, and as the power continued to increase, the magnetic force generated by the equipment became stronger and more focused.
"The magnetic restraint device creates concentrated magnetic fields," Alfred explained the system's functionality. "The magnetic force can be projected through these magnetic cannons positioned alongside the main unit."
After hearing Alfred's technical explanation, both Bruce and Selina observed the two magnetic cannons mounted on the restraint device.
This system was particularly interesting because it could project the super-powerful magnetic force generated by the restraint device toward specific targets, magnetizing any metal components on the target object to achieve remote control and manipulation capabilities.
After witnessing everything that Alfred had prepared for their mission, Bruce was obviously stunned and somewhat overwhelmed.
He had expected that Alfred might have prepared some useful equipment for their patrol activities, but the reality far exceeded his most optimistic expectations.
This was much more powerful than simple equipment or gadgets. With this advanced vehicle serving as support, their nighttime operations would become significantly easier and more effective.
"Is this really for us to use?" Bruce asked, still struggling to believe what he was seeing.
"Of course it is," Alfred confirmed with a warm smile. "However, since neither of you currently possesses a driver's license, I will be controlling this vehicle remotely for the foreseeable future!"
This vehicle was designed to assist Bruce and Selina in their crime-fighting activities, not to turn them into reckless drivers racing through Gotham's streets.
To operate any vehicle legally, both young people would need to obtain proper driving licenses through official channels.
Regarding Alfred's reasonable restriction, neither Bruce nor Selina raised any objections. After all, both of them had to admit they really didn't have much practical driving experience with normal vehicles, let alone something this sophisticated.
"Since we're planning to resume our patrol activities tonight, let this vehicle accompany us as additional protection and support," Bruce suggested with growing excitement.
"Yes, it will be perfect for testing the vehicle's performance in actual field conditions," Selina agreed enthusiastically.
Alfred nodded his approval, having clearly observed Bruce and Selina's progress during their recovery period. Their strength had improved considerably, and he didn't need to worry as much about their safety during patrol operations.
Seeing that Alfred, whose approval was essential, had agreed to their request, Bruce and Selina looked at each other and laughed with genuine happiness and anticipation.
"Then we're ready to go!" Bruce announced with renewed confidence.
After speaking, both vigilantes climbed into the advanced vehicle, and following Alfred's expert operation of the computer control systems, the machine drove smoothly out of the warehouse and headed toward the open plains behind Wayne Manor.
Since Alfred wanted to avoid exposing Bruce's identity or drawing unwanted attention to Wayne Manor, he had planned a comprehensive route that would make it impossible for anyone to trace the vehicle's point of origin.
Both passengers sitting in the vehicle felt the powerful acceleration and incredible performance as the advanced machine demonstrated its capabilities. They found themselves laughing and shouting with excitement as they experienced thrilling sensations they hadn't felt in quite some time.
This was an emotional response that hadn't appeared since they had first received their combat uniforms, but now it was returning with full force as they experienced this new level of capability.
The vehicle traveled a considerable distance across the plains before turning around and heading toward Gotham City.
Their destination remained the same as always—protecting Gotham's citizens from criminal activity. But this time the vigilantes had powerful technological support, and their operations would become much faster and more effective.
"Let's head back to Arkham Asylum," Bruce suggested with obvious concern. "I have a strong feeling that Bane and his associates will return there eventually."
Bruce seemed genuinely worried about the enhanced criminal who had nearly killed them during their previous encounter. This opponent who became stronger by inhaling venom had capabilities that were genuinely frightening.
To be beaten so severely while wearing protective combat uniforms, leaving his body covered with painful bruises—the experience had been sobering for Bruce and concerning for Alfred.
If Bruce hadn't been wearing his battle suit during that fight, he might very well have died at Bane's hands. He might not have even been able to force Bane out of his venom-enhanced state before being killed.
As Bruce finished speaking, Alfred—operating the vehicle remotely from Wayne Manor—began directing the advanced machine toward Arkham Asylum.
Alfred was also extremely curious about what the individual who had beaten Bruce so severely actually looked like in person.
Of course, beyond wanting to observe this dangerous opponent, Alfred's more important objective was to help defeat Bane and provide some measure of revenge for the injuries Master Bruce had sustained.