[a beauty shot of the Batcave goes by to the instrumental "Batman" theme on the television, watched by a grinning Carlo, also playing a solitaire game]
Bert Selden: We've got a fortune riding on a deal, and you're watching Batman?
[door buzzer sounds]
Carlo: That must be Wander.
[Carlo returns his attention to the television]
Bert Selden: Well, find out, stupid!
[instrumental Batman theme continues on the TV while Carlo answers the speaker by the door]
Carlo: Wander?
Wolfe: [on speaker] No, it's Wolfe. Let me in.
[Wolfe enters]
Bert Selden: Where's Wander?
Wolfe: I'm asking *you*! He was supposed to be here half an hour ago. Has he called or anything?
Bert Selden: No, he... hasn't called or anything.
[On the TV, "Batman" is suddenly interrupted by a "Special News Flash," which captures the attention of the three men]
Newscaster: [offscreen] We interrupt this program to bring you a special bulletin. Only moments ago, the Green Hornet delivered a badly injured man to the Claybourne Hospital. He was identified as Gus Wander, a transient. Wander remains in a deep coma and under police guard. The Hornet was not, repeat, not apprehended. Further bulletins as the news develops.
Bert Selden: [Bert turns off the TV, and looks at the others with determination] I want Wander.
