His irritation ramps right up into anger, which he turns on Dick in the form of a hardened glare. Only he can roll a name, a curse, and a warning all into one utterance. "Dick."

He doesn't appreciate being outmaneuvered, especially by his own son. Alfred and Leslie fall into a truly unique group of two, able to direct Bruce as long suffering parents would an uncooperative child. They always have his best interests at heart and without fail, get their way. To call Leslie now and tell her not to come would be rude. He wouldn't do that to her.