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“And he was the first crush I ever had that wasn't a scientist-- it's a different thing altogether. It made me a little peeved at myself, to be honest. Half the girls in Gotham City would have been happy just touching his jacket. I didn't want it to happen. But I'm human, all right? And for a while, we were better than kids with a crush. We were actually friends.”

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Book:Batgirl (2011-2016) #3
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Batgirl (2011-2016) #3

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Gail Simone
Gail Simone

Gail Simone is an American writer known for her work in comics. Born on July 29, 1974, she has made a name for herself in the comic industry since the early 2000s. Simone is praised for her deep understanding of complex characters and her creative reimagining of traditional superhero stories. more

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