The three of them had been sitting in awkward silence for almost ten minutes before Kara finally spoke up. "So, how are we going to do this?" She inquired curiously. "Just go with whichever one of you I feel like that specific day? A schedule? Every other day?" She asked.
Lena bit her lip, wanting to tell Kara that she wasn't comfortable scheduling her romantic life months in advance, that she would opt to go with the flow and allow Kara to come to her whenever it was possible, but she held her silence. She'd take scheduled days with Kara over none at all.
To her delight, Cat said what she was thinking. "I'm not sure what you or Miss Luthor would prefer," She said softly, "But I'd much rather you decide who you'd prefer to be with each day and let this flow naturally… Of course, you can decide however you want to do this, but that's just what I'd like to see happen."
Instantly Kara smiled as she turned her head to Lena. "What about you, Lee? Would that be better for you?"
Lena beamed as she nodded her head, grateful that Kara cared about what she wanted as well. "I was just thinking the same thing." She admitted.
Kara smiled at her. "Great! Okay. I will try to even it out as much as possible, but it might not be easy to do with our schedules." She said.
"I'll make time."
"I always have time for you." Both billionaires said at once.
Kara beamed at them both. "You two are genuinely so amazing… I'm so lucky to have you in my life."
Both of her suitors blushed tremendously as they insisted that they were the lucky ones.
XXX
Lena sat in her office at L-Corp five days later; she and her girlfriend -she smiled every damn time she reminded herself of Kara's new title- had been texting back and forth all day, after having lunch together earlier that afternoon. She had come to terms with the fact that it'd be exorbitantly complicated for Kara to make time for their, but was thoroughly grateful for the effort Kara put into making Lena know she was trying her absolute best, and never neglected her… They hadn't been on a date yet, but Cat and Kara hadn't been on one since that first night either, (Kara had seen how upset Lena was at lunch, so she'd divulged that little snippet of information to let her know she wasn't being ignored.)
Suddenly, her phone buzzed again, and she smiled as she saw the that the text was from the woman of her dreams.
Kara ❤∞: Lunch was great, but dinner would be even better;)
Lena felt her heart palpitate as butterflies danced around in her stomach. She smiled, excited beyond measures that she was finally going to get to have dinner with the most amazing woman in the world.
Lena: I know just the place. ❤ Shall I pick you up in a half hour?
Her phone buzzed immediately.
Kara ❤∞: Check your balcony.
Lena furrowed her brows but did as asked, only to be faced with Kara in full Supergirl regalia. Her heart melted at the nervous smile on the Kryptonian's face, and immediately stood up as Kara walked through the door. "My, my, aren't you the most romantic?"
Kara chuckled. "You haven't seen anything yet." She said as she motioned for Lena to come closer.
Lena didn't even hesitate, her body was always craving to be closer to Kara, so it wasn't much of a request… more of a liberation.
When she reached Kara, the older woman wrapped her into a tight hug. "Are you ready for a Super date night?" She joked.
The brunette laughed into Kara's shoulder as she nodded her acceptance. She pulled back a moment later and stared into those gorgeous azure orbs she'd happily drown in. "Anything with you, is Super, Kara." She murmured breathlessly.
Kara looked at her in awe for a moment, before smiling, pulling away from the embrace, and placing a chaste kiss on Lena's cheek… One that gave Lena a toe-curling sensation throughout her entire body… She knew that she had to be blushing. "Where are we going?" She asked huskily.
Kara smiled. "Do you trust me?" She asked as she offered Lena, her hand.
Without hesitation, the CEO took the proffered hand and answered. "Yes." She replied decisively.
The bright smile that she was gifted with as Kara pulled her towards the balcony was worth everything.
When they reached the balcony, Kara pulled her into a tight hug once again. "Hang onto me as tight as you can." The blonde whispered into Lena's ear.
Lena didn't have to be told twice, and happily squeezed Kara's body into her own as hard as she possibly could, wanting now more than ever to crawl out of her own skin and join Kara in her bulletproof skin. The floating sensation she felt while she was in Kara's arms was a pleasant surprise, but she loved it… Until she opened her eyes to see that it wasn't just because she was holding Kara in her arms but because they were genuinely floating. But, she clenched her eyes shut, and basked in the feeling of being embraced in Kara's arms. She knew that Kara would never drop her.
When they touched down, she held Kara tightly until she felt a gentle tap on her shoulder and Kara's soft voice whispering in her ear. "It's okay, Lee. You can let go of me. I'm not going anywhere."
Relaxing at the gentle tone of Kara's voice, Lena released her. She smiled at Kara and then began to look around, realizing that they hadn't flown far… They were on the L-Corp roof, where there was a single table with two chairs and three silver platters. There was a single lit candle at the center of it all, and it took everything Lena had in her not to cry tears of utter euphoria. How had she gotten this amazing opportunity? She had no clue how she had gotten this lucky, but she knew that she was going to do whatever she could to win the honor of getting to experience moments like these with Kara, for the rest of her life.
"Kara," She whispered in awe.
Kara blushed. "Is it too much?" She asked self-depreciatingly.
Lena shook her head vehemently, wanting to get that idea as far away from Kara as possible. "No! Absolutely, not." She said sternly. "It's categorically gorgeous. I can't believe you've gone through all of this trouble for me." She admitted. "You're amazing."
Kara blushed brightly. "I have one more surprise." She whispered, and before Lena knew it, Kara was standing in front of her dressed as Kara Danvers in a tight black dress, and Supergirl had disappeared. "I know we're the same person, but since Cat got to go on a date with Supergirl, I figured you deserved to, as well."
Lena blushed as butterflies danced rapidly in her stomach. "Supergirl is amazing, darling… all of you is amazing. I wouldn't mind dating Supergirl because you are Supergirl. Supergirl is Kara Danvers, and Kara Danvers is Supergirl. To me, there's no difference… you're just you, and I love you."
Kara beamed at her. "I really can't believe you've felt this way all these years. It… I just… wow."
"Very articulate of you, sweetie." Lena chuckled as Kara offered her a hand and led her to the table.
Kara took her seat across from Lena and playfully rolled her eyes. "Hush." She grinned.
The CEO bit her lip nervously. This was unfamiliar terrain between them, and although she knew now that Kara wanted this with her, she was still utterly terrified that if she didn't do everything exactly how Kara imagined it, she would leave her and instantly go back to just dating Cat… Something that would destroy Lena's already tattered heart. "So, what now, love?"
Kara smirked. "Now, we eat!" She said excitedly as she took off the silver covers on their plates. Lena's eyes went wide, shocked at what she saw: A lamb and Kale salad, caviar, and a parlously expensive bottle of Belle Glos' Pinot Noir. She was shocked, her plate alone would cost at least $800, not including the $500 bottle of wine. That was half of Kara's monthly income.
Her heart ached. Why would Kara pay so much money just to impress her like this? Surely, she must understand that she didn't need such extravagant meals to be swooned. "Kara! This food is ridiculously pricey."
Kara frowned. "I-… I got your favorites." She hesitated. "Didn't I?"
Lena frowned. "Darling… How are you going to eat all month? You can't afford this kind of food!"
Kara's face fell rapidly. "I-,"
Lena's heart fell as soon as she realized what she had said. "Oh, Kara. I-I'm not in anyway implying that your income is a problem for me, I just-,"
Kara's frown turned into a sad smile. "I know how to manage my money, Lena. I can afford this, don't worry about the price and just relax, okay? I'm not complaining, as long as you're enjoying yourself the expensive food is worth every dime."
Lena swore she was going to pass out… The amount of time and energy, not to mention the insurmountable amount of money Kara put into the intricate details of this date was absolutely mind-boggling, and it made her insides twirl. She felt like a princess, and that was something she'd never thought she would ever say, and it was all because of Kara Zor-El, that she could.
She loved this woman so deeply she couldn't even comprehend it. "You do realize that this means absolutely everything to me. The amount of effort in doing this all for me is absolutely incredible. I can't thank you enough,"
Kara smiled cheekily as she opened her platter, to display about a hundred pot stickers. "Don't thank me, just enjoy. That's all I want."
Lena smiled, shook her head in disbelief that she'd been blessed with someone as heart throbbing as Kara, and dug into her food.
XXX
For the next hour, they sat at the table, eating, drinking, laughing, talking, and all in all, just enjoying themselves. Lena was unequivocally smitten. She'd known that a date with Kara would make her happier than she had ever been in her life, but this was more magical than she could have ever imagined… This was utopia.
"So, then I told him that I wasn't interested, and he immediately assumed I was gay. Which, I mean it's not that far off. I do like women too, obviously... but… seriously?! Why do guys immediately assume that's the only reason women aren't into them?" Kara laughed as she sipped on the wine that wasn't affecting her in the slightest.
Lena laughed. "I've had that happen to me so many times it's unfathomable. But, the good thing is that not all men are like that. Jack certainly wasn't." As soon as her ex-boyfriend's name was out of her mouth, she remembered why that wasn't exactly a smart idea… This wasn't a friendly dinner; this was a date… Bringing up Jack to Kara now was undeniably not a good idea.
Kara's face morphed into something between guarded, and curious. "Are…" She hesitated, something Lena knew meant that Kara was choosing her words carefully. "Are you sure that you're ready to… move forward with another romantic relationship?" She asked tentatively.
Lena sighed, knowing that Kara was also a bit unnerved by their arrangement and feared getting hurt… Which she had double the chance of. "Kara, I've been in love with you from the moment you stepped foot into my office alongside Clark… You were the first, and the only person to give me a chance without letting my last name get in the way. Your sister still had her doubts, James certainly had his doubts, and every other person in our lives did as well… There's no doubt in my mind that I'm ready for this… I'm not ready for the heartbreak that is at risk of being inflicted on me if this doesn't turn out in my favor, but you're worth it. So, yes… I am, without a doubt, ready to move forward… With you."
Kara smiled and squeezed Lena's hand that she held in her own on top of the table. "Close your eyes."
Lena did what she was told without question, and let a soft smile spread across her face. She felt Kara's hand let go of hers, heard a loud whoosh, and then seconds later, felt Kara's gentle hands grab her own. "You can open your eyes now, Lee." She murmured.
Lena did, and what she saw shocked her… Still, after almost two years of knowing who Kara genuinely was, shocked by her superspeed. There were rope lights illuminating a large square on the floor of the rooftop, and a small boombox sitting on the table. "Kara w-,"
"May I have this dance, Miss Luthor?" Kara asked, causing Lena's body to overflow with joy.
"Yes," She replied, almost too enthusiastically. She couldn't quite be embarrassed, though… She'd do anything to be closer to Kara… Even if she wasn't that great of a dancer.
Kara smiled, offered Lena her arm, as she led them to the rope light dance floor. Kara clicked a button on the remote, and the song began to play. Lena recognized the beginning chord, but not quite remembering what the song was, and as soon as the first words were sung, tears spewed from her eyes… Kara was a fucking goddess.
There's a hero
If you look inside your heart
You don't have to be afraid
Of what you are.
Kara was looking right into her soul as she effortlessly, and gracefully led her across the dance floor. "This song describes you perfectly." She whispered.
There's an answer
If you reach into your soul
And the sorrow that you know
Will melt away
And then a hero comes along
With the strength to carry on
And you cast your fears aside
And you know you can survive
So when you feel like hope is gone
Look inside you and be strong
And you'll finally see the truth
That a hero lies in you
"Kara." Lena husked out tearfully. She was completely moved by the sentiment of the song choice. "You're the hero, not me." She said, her arms tightening around the superhero's neck.
Kara tightened her hands around Lena's waist, pulling her closer and looked into her eyes. "Really?" She whispered. "Because I believe that we keep saving each other… repeatedly." She said with a small chuckle.
Lena couldn't believe that this amazing woman saw her as a hero… It made no sense, but it felt terrific.
It's a long, road
When you face the world alone
No one reaches out a hand
For you to hold
You can find love
If you search within yourself
And the emptiness you felt
Will disappear
And then a hero comes along
With the strength to carry on
And you cast your fears aside
And you know you can survive
So when you feel like hope is gone
Look inside you and be strong
And you'll finally see the truth
That a hero lies in you
"You're the only hero I need, Kara." She whispered.
Kara shook her head. "You don't need me, Lena… You want me, and believe me, you've got me, no matter what… but you are more than you realize."
Lena knew that Kara was wrong... She did need Kara, but she wouldn't tell her that, she'd let her believe that she was capable of happiness without Kara... Even if it wasn't true. She pulled her head away from the blonde's shoulder and looked into her eyes. "You're beautiful." She whispered.
Kara smiled brightly. "As are you, Lena. So, so, beautiful."
The CEO felt like her heart was going to explode with utter joy as her face broke out into the most significant smile she'd ever had. How have I gotten so lucky!?
Lord knows
Dreams are hard to follow
But don't let anyone
Tear them away
Hold on
There will be tomorrow
In time you'll find the way
And then a hero comes along
With the strength to carry on
And you cast your fears aside
And you know you can survive
So when you feel like hope is gone
Look inside you and be strong
Lena pulled her head away from Kara's shoulder once more and stared at Kara, wanting more than anything to kiss her, but not wanting to ruin what they had by pushing Kara to do something that she didn't want… She refused to make the same mistake again.
Kara seemed to catch Lena glancing at her lips, and leaned in, slowly, pausing just a hairsbreadth away, giving Lena ample opportunity to stop her, and causing the brunette's breath to hitch in anticipation. When she didn't make an attempt to stop the kiss, Kara connected their lips in a slow, tender, and magical kiss that took both their breaths away.
Lena had never felt this kind of connection with anyone in her life and hoped that soon she wouldn't have to share these lips with anyone ever again.
As their feet moved to the rhythm of the song, and their lips danced together in the rhythm of their hearts, the song concluded…
And you'll finally see the truth
That a hero lies in you
That a hero lies in you
That a hero lies in you
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