Alfred dropped off Damian and Helena at Gotham Academy for his enrollment in the 5th grade before dropping off Dick at the airport.

"Have a great day Damian. See you when I come back. I'll call you when I get to Hong Kong," said Dick bidding his brother goodbye. Dick was on his way to connect with Cassandra Cain in Hong Kong before heading to the Philippines for his own personal journey of self-discovery.

"Ok Grayson. You may leave now," said Damian as he watched Alfred and Dick drive away.

Helena walked Damian to the door and asked him, "So Damian, how do you find the school so far?"

"I'm surrounded by children; children who dare not know the dangers and terror that lie outside their safe boundaries. They do not know how easy it is to lose one's life. There are children elsewhere who starve and die everyday unnoticed by the masses. They are resigned to live a life of hardship because they are confined by their social classes. If school is an institution that seeks to perpetuate the continued education for the betterment of these children, then they are also responsible for perpetuating the cycle of hardship and poverty by turning away those who are unable to finance their education," said Damian in a deadpan tone.

"Lesson II. Keep the philosophical/metaphysical conversations to a minimum. You've been home-schooled for a long time but you're not supposed to talk like an adult." Helena sighed as she remembered that Damian was too smart for his own good and the way he talks usually rubs people the wrong way.

"Very well. I will tone down my intellectual capacity so that the commoners can catch up," replied Damian to appease his new mentor. He knew that Richard trusted Bertinelli enough to entrust him to her while his partner goes on his odyssey. It must matter that Bertinelli's profession was that of an educator.

While he was pondering on that thought, Helena interjected, "Oh boy. A word of advice, it's better to act low key and not talk a lot. You're asking to get picked on."

"Do you mean bullied? Let them try. I will have no trouble disposing them," challenged Damian as the idea of fighting could bring a level of excitement to his mundane school life.

"Lesson III. No killing. Remember you're supposed to learn how to blend into normal society as a regular 10 year old kid, not attract the most attention." Helena had her hand on her forehead while she shook her head disapprovingly.

"-tt- This will be a most difficult endeavor indeed."

They walked down the hall and stopped right outside the principal's office. Helena gave Damian a word of advice before walking in.

"Here we go. For now, let me do the talking. Do not talk unless spoken to and keep the insults to a minimum and when I mean minimum, I mean try not to say anything that will make them look at you in a terrible way." After saying that, she turned around and opened the door to the principal's office.

"Hi Miss Frost. This is Damian Wayne, Bruce Wayne's son, who I spoke to you about on the phone and was interested in attending this school. I know it's past enrollment but he's had some circumstances with his mother that prevented him from enrolling earlier."

"I understand Miss Bertinelli. We will allow young Damian to be enrolled. We owe at least that much to a benefactor and former alumni. Do you have the necessary paperwork and written consent?" said the blonde principal who seemed to have a penchant for white clothes and accessories.

"Mr Wayne was on a business trip but Richard Grayson has signed on his behalf."

"Very well. Helena, you can take Damian to your class now. I know it's late but you can at least let him introduce himself and sit in for homeroom."

Helena walked Damian to her classroom and gave him one last piece of advice.

"Now all that's left is for you to introduce yourself to your classmates. I just remembered. Dick mentioned a Colin a while ago at the penthouse. If you mean Colin Wilkes, then we're lucky that you already have a friend in class who can help you out" said Helena before she walked in to the classroom.

A small momentary grin flashed across Damian's face. It was so brief that Damian did not even realize it was there. His focus quickly shifted when Helena started speaking in front of the class.

"Hello class, this is sudden but I have news for you. We have a new classmate who will be joining. C'mon in, Damian. Don't be shy. Introduce yourself to the class," said Helena in a welcoming tone.

Damian walked in. At first, he seemed quiet and shy since he surveyed the entire class first for a good few seconds before speaking.

"Hello children. I go by many names: Ibn al Xu'ffasch, the Son of the Detective, the Heir to the Shadows, and the Warrior King of a New Dark Age but you may address me as Damian Wayne. I have many dislikes, in particular a man by the name of Drake. I do not have many things that I am fond of. My goal is to acquire training, education and experience at this academy to improve myself. I do hope that we do not have any problems during my tenure nor have any conflicts arise" said Damian in his usual nonchalant tone.

After speaking, he knew that something seemed off when Helena and his classmates just stared at him for a few seconds. Helena, in particular, had her mouth slightly aghast. However, Colin stood up and broke the slience by applauding Damian's introduction.

"That was really funny, Damian. That was a really good Gray Ghost impression."

His classmates followed Colin and applauded as well joining in the laughter and cheer. Helena breathed a sign of relief because somehow it went well.

"Ok Damian. You can sit at the empty desk in front of Colin."

Damian walked to his desk but stopped for a moment when the girl seated next to him introduced herself.

"Hi Damian. That was a really funny and interesting introduction. My name is Rachel Dawes. It's nice to meet you."