Alfred didn't even register that the other officers had been dismissed, his attention focused solely on the commissioner, waiting for an explanation. When he was told to sit, he took a seat next to Bruce, not wanting the boy to be alone right now. As Gordon explained what had happened Alfred leaned forward and rested his head in his hands, closing his eyes. Cursing quietly so Bruce wouldn't hear, he sighed heavily. Without saying anything to the man, Alfred stood up and led Bruce through the building, a hand on his shoulder. The officers from before made no move to stop them, watching from their desks as the pair left.<br/><br/>Opening the car door for Bruce, Alfred got into the driver's side and pulled away from the station. The whole drive he kept glancing to Bruce, waiting for him to breakdown. He would have to step up for the boy now, now that his parents were gone, and provided he was allowed to become his guardian. Heck, he would fight for that right. Pulling down the long driveway to the Manor, Alfred parked the vehicle in the garage. Turning the engine off, he remained in the car, his hands falling to the side. The reality of what had happened came crashing down on him. However, he didn't allow himself to breakdown, that could wait until later. Right now he had to remain strong for Bruce.<br/><br/>"Master Bruce, let's go inside." He said, getting out and going around to open Bruce's door as well.