Wayne Industries.
In this world, no one could be unaware of the significance and value it represents.
Although in daily news reports, Wayne Industries is always overshadowed by Stark Industries in the technology sector at expos, this also demonstrates its undeniable deep technological reserves.
Moreover, compared to Stark Industries, which focuses on heavy industries like chemical, metal forming, satellite communication, and military, as well as artificial intelligence, the Wayne Enterprises behind Wayne Industries also encompasses financial investment, pharmaceutical, civilian aerospace, railway, shipbuilding, and even light industrial sectors like video games and toys.
It is often said that nearly half of Gotham City's industries are owned by Wayne Enterprises.
This statement is probably not a joke.
Therefore, Wayne Industries (Enterprises) is a true big shot recognized across the entire world!
So, the connections Aunt Diana mentioned this morning were this?
As if guessing Vincent's thoughts, Master Alfred waved his hand, and the staff in the room immediately exited outside.
Master Alfred, with a smile, continued gently, "I am actually here on behalf of the head of the Wayne Family—Young Master Bruce Wayne—primarily to meet Miss Diana and discuss some matters with her."
Before he could finish.
"Just speak directly if there's anything." The outer door suddenly opened, and Diana walked in, elegant and noble.
"Miss Diana." Master Alfred bowed slightly, his eyes filled with profound respect.
"Hello."
Diana slightly inclined her head in acknowledgment. She calmly glanced at Master Alfred, then took Vincent's hand and sat on the living room sofa, inviting, "Please, have a seat."
"Very well. Miss Diana, then I won't stand on ceremony." Master Alfred took a seat on the opposite sofa chair. Even while seated, his back remained as straight as a pine tree.
"Just state whatever it is directly, no need to hide it from Vincent," Diana reiterated her earlier words.
"Yes, I understand." Master Alfred's gaze at Vincent flickered with surprise. After organizing his thoughts slightly, he began, "This time, Young Master Bruce originally intended to come himself, but urgent matters in Gotham prevented him from leaving, so he specifically arranged for me to come instead."
Vincent frowned slightly.
Bruce Wayne, this name is as famous as Wayne Industries.
After all, he is the current heir of Wayne Enterprises, holding the economic lifeline of Gotham City in his hands. However, just like Tony Stark, the controller of Stark Industries, both have poor public reputations, known throughout the world as famous playboys.
Master Alfred continued, "Young Master Bruce's intention is to establish a certain cooperative relationship with Miss Diana. For this, if Miss Diana, you are willing, you can move your entire family to any residence in Gotham City at any time, and Young Master Vincent will also enjoy the best local education, medical, and other premium services."
"Cooperation? What kind of cooperation?" Vincent asked curiously.
"Bruce Wayne, he is Batman of Gotham City." Diana, beside him, explained and added, "He recently had an idea to create an alliance, whose members would all be exceptionally gifted individuals, so he wanted to discuss cooperation matters with me."
"Oh, so that's it." Vincent suddenly understood.
This scene left Master Alfred stunned.
If it were an ordinary person, knowing Batman's true identity, they would probably be uncontrollably excited, right? But this child, at present, seemed to hear something ordinary and showed no great surprise.
He had no idea that last night, Vincent's family directly treated mythology as a family matter. In comparison, what was Batman's true identity?
"The so-called cooperation and alliance are currently just a simple idea. Young Master Bruce also doesn't know if it will truly be implemented in the future, as extraordinarily gifted individuals are not so easy to find," Master Alfred smiled. "However, we are still willing to pay any price, hoping that Miss Diana, you can first move into Gotham City."
"This is not my promise, but Young Master Bruce's, the entire Wayne Enterprises' promise!" Saying this, Master Alfred proudly emphasized his tone. But no one would question or dislike his pride; if he wasn't proud at this moment, he wouldn't be worthy of being the head butler of Wayne Enterprises.
A promise from Wayne Enterprises—this is something that would even move a President!
Diana, however, remained composed, offering no reply. Instead, she looked at Vincent and said, "Vincent, what do you think?"
"Me?" Vincent was stunned.
Master Alfred was also taken aback for a moment, his gaze at Vincent changing again. Before coming here, he had reviewed many documents and knew Diana was a truly intelligent and decisive woman.
Yet now, when facing a major issue, Diana had asked and prioritized this child's opinion more than once.
It was as if Vincent was the master of this house.
This couldn't help but make Master Alfred feel surprised and shocked.
As for Vincent, he suddenly understood at this moment.
Aunt Diana's look at him now was giving him a choice.
As long as Vincent chose to accept Master Alfred's proposal, he could immediately move to Gotham City, enjoying the best local education, entertainment, and medical services. Under the care of Wayne Enterprises, even if he didn't work hard and just lay flat his entire life, he could still live a very high-quality upper-class wealthy life.
But, but... Vincent gently shook his head, indicating he rejected the proposal.
"Why?" Master Alfred was the first to ask, finding it hard to understand. "Young Master Vincent, don't you long for life in Gotham City? With the help of Wayne Enterprises, you can get almost everything you want..."
Vincent still shook his head, his eyes bright: "Master Alfred, you misunderstood my meaning. I actually do long for life in Gotham City. To be honest, very few people in this world wouldn't be tempted by a promise and care from Wayne Enterprises."
"But why, then?" Master Alfred found it even harder to understand.
"Because I don't want my choice to influence Aunt Diana's own choice. You want our family to go to Gotham City because you value Aunt Diana's abilities, not because of me, right?"
Vincent calmly said, "If Aunt Diana is truly interested in your alliance, then I would be very happy to see her join it, and no promise or care from Wayne Enterprises would be needed. But if Aunt Diana herself doesn't want to join, then even if you give me many more and better things, I cannot choose to accept your proposal."
"I see." Master Alfred was thoughtful, and his eyes, reflecting Vincent, showed deep appreciation.
"That's what I mean too." Diana, who had been silent, said softly, "Currently, I'm not interested in Bruce Wayne's alliance idea. So, I apologize."
"It's alright."
Master Alfred smiled and stood up voluntarily: "Then I will take my leave now and relay your intentions to Young Master Bruce."
"Master Alfred." Vincent suddenly called out to him and said, "Thank you for renovating my home. When I have the chance in the future, I will definitely repay you."
"This is my promise." The young man spoke with utmost seriousness.
Master Alfred nodded, indicating he had remembered.
However, at this moment, he naturally couldn't imagine.
What a promise from the name Vincent Prince would represent in the future.