Grab a hostage!

Lauren as the Crimson Fury turned and ran back to the bank. In an instant Golden Eagle was jumping up the stairs after her. She batted away Lauren's henchwomen with two casual blows, then moved to stop Lauren.

Unfortunately, Lauren had grabbed a woman from the bank and was holding her energy blaster to the woman's head.

"Hold it right there!" Lauren commanded. Golden Eagle froze in place. Her eyes narrowed.

"Release her you coward!" Golden Eagle demanded.

"I think not hero." Lauren sneered. She had the Golden Eagle helpless.

"At least, not until I'm sure you won't follow me..." Lauren considered her options.

"What do you mean?" Golden Eagle asked.

"I need you to do something to ensure you won't follow me." Lauren said, an idea forming.

"Like what?" Golden Eagle asked.

"Simple. Strip."