Chapter 44 Poor Catwoman (Rewritten)

Messy stockings and long wet hair.

Selena Kyle, who stood up in embarrassment, had lost her previous grace. After getting up, she stared bitterly at Stephen for a long time before reluctantly speaking. "She offered me a deal, saying she has software that can wipe out my criminal records. It's something I've always wanted."

"Stephen, you helped me once before." Selena Kyle pleaded with Stephen. "Give me what you photographed of her, and I'll owe you a favor in the future."

"But are you sure there is such a thing? Did you speak with her?" Stephen asked.

When Selena Kyle heard that there was hope, she hurriedly said, "I've heard about it in the underground market and have been searching for it ever since. Although I couldn't find it before, this time is different. The Wayne Group must have what I'm looking for, so Miranda Tate approached me for a deal. Help me this time, and I'll owe you one, okay?"

Seeing her pitiful and pleading, resembling an abandoned kitten, many people felt sympathetic.

However, Stephen remained unmoved and simply shook his head. "The thing you're asking for hasn't fulfilled its original purpose for me, so I won't give it to you. But..."

Selena Kyle, who was initially discouraged, quickly raised her head and looked at Stephen expectantly. Stephen gestured for her to come closer.

Selena Kyle approached Stephen hesitantly, and he smiled, motioning for her to crouch down, which she did, her leg adorned with sexy stockings.

As soon as she crouched down, Stephen raised his finger and lightly flicked her forehead.

Snap!

With a thud, Selena Kyle fell backward, sitting on the ground, her forehead turning red instantly.

"What are you doing?" Selena Kyle shouted while rubbing her forehead.

"You're really foolish, aren't you? If she truly has this software you mentioned, then I can simply ask for it and return it to anyone who needs it," Stephen cursed angrily.

Selena Kyle was stunned. After hearing his words, she realized that she didn't really have to help Miranda Tate; she just needed to obtain the software. In that case... Selena Kyle stared at Stephen with anticipation.

"Do something for me, and once it's done, I'll help you clear your criminal record," Stephen said.

"What is the task?" Selena Kyle asked.

"Alright, then follow me to meet someone first." Stephen stood up and went out, carrying the bag. Selena Kyle hurriedly followed behind him.

As they walked, they attracted attention along the way. After all, it's not often that such a beautiful and tall woman wearing stockings walks down the street.

Despite feeling embarrassed, Selena Kyle endured it for the sake of cleaning up her history.

After about half an hour of walking, Stephen took her to an apartment building, went upstairs, and knocked on the door of a certain room. Selena Kyle was confused about what he was doing.

Bang, bang, bang!

The door opened soon after the third knock.

Laurel, who was standing at the door, looked at the unfamiliar woman next to Stephen in surprise. She was tall and beautiful, but there was a hint of awkwardness in her posture.

"Who might she be?" Laurel asked Stephen.

"Selena Kyle, your new teacher," Stephen casually replied after entering.

"New teacher?"

Both Laurel and Selena Kyle looked at Stephen in astonishment. They saw Stephen walk toward the sofa and casually sit down, placing the bag he was carrying on the floor. He pointed to a box and said to her, "This is the uniform and common equipment I've got for you. During this time, you'll continue to learn and practice fighting abilities with Selena Kyle."

"Selena Kyle, I can give you what you want, but you have to teach her."

"How long will this teaching job last?" Selena Kyle frowned and asked.

"At least until she's capable enough to stand on equal footing with you and perform tasks alone."

Selena Kyle fell silent, but Laurel couldn't help but ask, "And what about you? Aren't you going to teach me anymore?"

"What? Do you have Stockholm syndrome or something?" Stephen glanced at Laurel and stood up. "I've recently come across something interesting, so I'll only return when you've learned something."

"Alright, let's go, both of you."

Stephen walked between Laurel and Selena Kyle toward the door. As he passed by, he lightly slapped both of their buttocks and then opened the door and left.

Laurel and Selena Kyle looked at each other, and an awkward atmosphere filled the room.

Despite Selena Kyle's pitiful appearance, being bullied by Stephen without the strength to fight back, her ability to teach Laurel was valuable to him. Stephen simply took advantage of this time to train Helena, also known as the future Huntress.

Frank had already instructed his bodyguards not to disturb Stephen, so he went directly upstairs to Helena's room without any questioning or obstruction.

One night passed, and Helena seemed to have figured out how to act around him without feeling awkward.

She talked and laughed with him as if nothing happened yesterday, and Stephen was pleased to see it. If Helena became desperate and numb, it would be boring, wouldn't it?

Stephen asked her to show him the evidence she had collected so far. Although there was a lot of it, none of it played a decisive role. Not to mention that Frank held a certain influence in Starling City. Even without that evidence alone, she wouldn't be able to incriminate him for years.

"As long as my father takes you along to fight against competitors, I'll have an opportunity to collect direct evidence. But I know he won't easily take me to such a place," Helena said, looking at Stephen. Stephen smiled lightly. "As I told you before, I won't help you collect evidence. I'll only create opportunities for you."

"Sigh, that'll do."

Helena said confidently, "I have an idea that might work, but... the idea is to make everyone think I'm not Frank Bertinelli's daughter but your girlfriend. That way, no one will care if I show up with you or not. So... do you have any tricks you want to try?"

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Marvel King: Real Author

Zatch[King]Rex: Translator