A/N: Okay. This connects this story with Batman vs Superman. I only own the ultimate edition with all the extras so I will be going off of that one. That being said, Steve is going to keep his distance much like Diana is doing. He'll be busy trying to re-establish himself and get things started so he can live comfortably. This may be a bit slow for now but I promise he will soon join Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman (along with the big reunion I know you all are looking forward to).

Please review if you'd like, but I'm not writing for reviews :) I'm writing for me :D

Disclaimer: I do not own any portion of the DC universe or the actors/actresses who inhabit it.

Chapter 2

Steve moved quickly, a small jump to his step as he packed what few belongings he had collected over the years. His training was finally complete and he was going to return to Earth. He had waited so long for this but it was a bittersweet return. He would be completely alone with no one there that could understand. No Etta, Charlie, Sameer, or Chief...no Diana. And she is the one he misses the most. But he had a duty now. He was in charge of sector 2814, which included his home planet, Earth. He wondered how much had changed because he knew things would be different. So much time-nearly a hundred years-had passed. He wondered if people would still stare a him as he walked down the street. He had seen many people with war injuries and also deformities. They could never be out in public without at least garnering a look.

He looked down, seeing extensive scar tissue just peeking out of his sleeves. His face was lucky, having escaped the fire, but the rest of his body bore the proof of what he had done. But he felt it was a small price to pay since it means he is still alive. And now that he is somehow immortal, a fact that the guardians weren't too happy with. Steve didn't look into it, knowing that this means he will be a lantern until he either is killed in battle or retires from his position. They still weren't sure how it happened...something about the lantern's will for him to live and the blast hitting him. It created some sort of reaction that left him unable to age or get sick. But Steve still holds to his choice of using his newly very long life to honor Diana and do what she would have wanted to do.

Save the planet from those who wish to destroy it and enslave the human race.

He used his force of will to create a bag to hold his things so he could carry it easily through space. But as he was about to slip away to say his goodbyes, he heard the calling. He frowned, dropped his bag, and headed to the arena to see what was happening. When he arrived, he took a space beside Tomar and nodded.

"What's going on?" he wondered.

Tomar frowned, unsure. "I am not sure. I've heard rumors of there being unrest in the galaxy."

Steve sighed. "Of course. There's always unrest. What is it this time? Space pirates? A superior species? Or something infinitely worse?"

Before Tomar could answer him, the general was on the platform before them, his eyes hard. "There is a new threat to the existence of all the sectors! Specifically...sector 2814."

As he said that, Steve knew the general had looked at him. He stiffened, his body tense. He hadn't even gotten back! What could be causing so much trouble?

"He calls himself darksei-"

Before the general could finish his sentence, the arena exploded as these locust looking beings swarmed inside. Steve, along with the other lanterns jumped into action, fighting them. He used his will to make a machine gun, and started to take out as many as he could. Tomar created this...weird thing that shot out and snagged the locusts, dragging them down into what appeared to be a pond of will, effectively drowning them. Steve didn't have much more time to watch the others as the number of locusts seemed to continue to increase and he felt his heart drop.

There were too many for him.

He growled, splitting his will to create more weapons and walls, trying to protect not only himself, but the lanterns around him. Then he heard excited chatter from the locusts, and saw for a moment a large man-like creature descending. He had armor over his entire body and what appeared to be horns on top of his head. He seemed to radiate fire and instilled fear in so many lanterns with just a glance. Steve watched helplessly as the will began to die away along with the lanterns around him. Then he heard something, looked up over his head, and lost consciousness as debris fell overtop of him.

Steve gasped as he regained consciousness and grit his teeth as he felt crushing debris on top of him. He tried to move, but it was far too heavy for him to slip out. So he focused on his will and used it to break free. As the pieces fell around him, Steve sat up and saw the devastation before him. His eyes widened. He stood up quickly, his heart pounding and grimaced. So many lanterns...dead. He moved forward and all but fell to his knees. Tomar...he was among them. Steve felt tears in his eyes. Here he hadn't been alone. He had others who while not exactly like him...were close enough. Now even here he was alone.

As he took in the damage, he flew up, heading for the guardians to see if he could get some answers. But as he landed on the dias, he felt his heart drop. Not a single guardian remained. He truly was the last lantern. At least for now. He knew the rings and lanterns had left their chosen at death and searched for new heroes. So Steve knew he wouldn't be alone forever but he has no idea how long the process will take or who will train them. He's only one man.

He turned and left the planet, unable to even get his own things. It was over and destroyed and now he would be starting from scratch. But as he headed for Earth, he had a whole new worry. This villain...whomever he was, his target was Earth. And Steve had no idea how much time he had to prepare or even how to battle this guy. He had nothing. He put some strength and speed behind his flying, hoping that he could reach the planet before anyone else. Before those things arrived. He wasn't sure if they would hit Earth immediately or if they would attack other planets first.

When Steve reached earth, he broke through the atmosphere and headed for London. It was familiar, even if parts of it weren't. He just needed to see it for himself. Then he turned and headed for the ocean, wanting to check on his home. Not just Iowa, but America in general. As he finally reached New York, his eyes widened seeing the battle in the sky. He wasn't sure who was fighting who but as he looked down, he saw the civilians running for their lives as buildings collapsed.

He noticed men trying to free another trapped and decided now was a good time to be seen by others. He landed near a man with broad shoulders.

"Allow me to help," he offered and conjured his will to lift the beam off of the man, freeing him with little to no pain.

The man with broad shoulders looked at him, not a single ounce of trust in his eyes. "Who are you?"

Steve smiled sadly. "Just a friend who has been away at war. They call me a Green Lantern...but you may call me...Steven."

He didn't want to use Steve. It was too familiar. And as of now, he has no secret identity. He is simply...a green lantern. The man frowned.

"Why are you here? Is there something-" he cut off as he noticed a child under some falling debris.

Before Steve even had a chance to notice and pull her free of it, the man had grabbed her and avoided being squashed beneath the falling building materials. He looked at the other men, checked on the injured one who was constantly screaming that he couldn't feel his legs. He sighed, eyes sad and took to the sky. As he did, he noticed a man in blue and red falling from the sky. Steve wanted to help but...he was pretty sure that man was kryptonian along with the man fighting him.

Out of his league alone.

So Steve turned and headed for Iowa. He would find a place and lay low, at least for now. Then he would determine if the earth truly did need a Green Lantern fighting for it.

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