The character development throughout the story relies in a big change in consequence of Rachel’s words. Bruce Wayne gives the impression of being an unmotivated slacker with an attitude problem. He even comments that Alfred hasn't "given up" on him yet. Rachel not only rebukes him for trying to avenge his fathers, but also opens his eyes to the city around him and to what really needs to be done. It is Rachel who showed him the way. Through Rachel’s words his fear fades off, but now it’s time for him to dominate it.
The motif of “fear” plays