In this new video segment, viewers noticed some blind spots: Arthur's childhood photos, upon closer inspection, do bear a striking resemblance to Bruce Wayne's childhood.
Of course, we're talking about the young Bruce Wayne in Arthur's world.
This led some viewers to question whether Arthur's lineage is connected to Thomas Wayne.
Thomas Wayne claims that Arthur's mother suffered from delusions, her mental state abnormal. Allegedly, any connection between her and Thomas Wayne, including a secret child, is purely a product of her imagination.
However, Arthur's mother remains steadfast, insisting she had a love affair with Thomas Wayne. Due to societal differences, Thomas Wayne refused to acknowledge her and their illegitimate child.
Although future video footage seems to support Thomas Wayne's version, public opinion, including the audience, sours towards him. Arthur's childhood photos, resembling young Bruce Wayne, fuel conspiracy theories. Some speculate that Arthur's mother might be telling the truth.
In an eternal space, Peter Parker senses some ambiguity in Arthur's background: "Arthur's childhood photos... seem quite similar to Mr. Wayne's."
"Really?"
Commissioner Gordon raised an eyebrow. Upon closer inspection, there does seem to be a resemblance.
As they discuss, Arthur and Bruce Wayne exchange glances with a hint of change. Arthur, upon hearing the speculation, looks puzzled. "So, my mother doesn't actually have delusions?"
Bruce Wayne frowns, "Perhaps it's just the angle of the photos. I don't think there's any conspiracy here; the facts are clear. Arthur, haven't you noticed any signs of your mother having delusions in your daily life?"
Arthur also furrows his brow, then smirks, "Did you forget, I have an illness too."
"Yes, you have delusions. Some segment in that video were Your Imagination," Bruce Wayne staring at him. "Your mental condition is directly related to your mother's illness."
Because Arthur's mother, Penny, suffers from delusions, Arthur's upbringing becomes unusually harsh. This contributes to Arthur's abnormal mental state as he grows older.
In the midst of their conversation, in the video display, Arthur, after reviewing his mother's detailed records, rushes home in a distraught state. Caught in a downpour, he arrives soaked, disheveled, and in desperate need of care and someone to talk to.
He heads straight to his girlfriend Sophie's home, entering without regard for being drenched. Sophie, coming out of her room, is startled to see Arthur and hastily covers her chest. Bewildered, she asks, "Why are you here? Did you enter the wrong apartment? You're Arthur, right? You live at the end of the hallway. I beg you to leave... my young daughter is sleeping next door."
She recognizes Arthur but implies they barely know each other, let alone being his girlfriend!
At this point, many viewers are bewildered, not understanding what's happening. Meanwhile, Arthur on the screen, with a lowered head, responds in a low, hoarse voice, "I had a really rough day."
"Should I make a call for you? Is your mother at home?"
Upon hearing this, Arthur lifts his head slowly. Wasn't Sophie the one who accompanied him to the hospital to visit his mother? Why is she asking if his mother is at home again?
Facing Sophie's uneasy and concerned gaze, Arthur's expression darkens. He gestures with his hand in a shooting motion toward his temple.
This gesture was something Sophie demonstrated when they first met, a gesture that made Arthur fascinated by this single mother.
However, when Arthur makes this gesture now, Sophie reacts with horror, covering her mouth. In her eyes, this gesture symbolizes danger and madness, lacking any hint of the mutual understanding between lovers.
Simultaneously, the video footage cuts back to the moments of Arthur and Sophie's interactions – from Sophie knocking on his door, initiating their outings, to her accompanying him to the hospital to care for his mother and offering consolation.
All of it... is pure imagination.
In reality, Arthur has always been alone; there has never been a Sophie by his side!
At this realization, the audience, including some players, finally comprehends. So, Arthur truly suffers from severe delusions, similar to his mother.
Lacking care and companionship, he fabricates the existence of a girlfriend. Even during the Murray Show, his idolization of Murray wasn't based on real affirmations but on Arthur's delusions.
"Fakes... all of it is fake..."
Outside the video screen, Arthur's expression mirrors the gloominess displayed on the screen. A person trapped in delusions is truly tragic, struggling to distinguish between real and imaginary memories and experiences.
Now, with the Quiz game as a reference, the harsh reality, cold and ruthless, is presented before Arthur's eyes once again. He relapses, laughing so hard that he's almost out of breath.
Peter Parker's gaze holds sympathy, "Such a life... it's truly a tragedy."
Bruce Wayne solemnly states, "What's even sadder is that he must play the role of a comedian. Gotham created the Joker, and this city, like Arthur, is also sick."
Commissioner Gordon sighs, "Can we really do it? Bruce, honestly, after seeing our future, even with Joker's myriad schemes and the fall of the Dark Knight, I still had hope for Gotham. But now, witnessing Arthur's experiences, I realize I'm just a commissioner, not a doctor. Can we really cure Gotham?"
Arthur's future video not only exposes Arthur's personal issues but also reveals how terrifying a city can become when it falls ill.