I know I forgot last week but life just got in the way. As always thank you to my amazing Beta who told me not once but multiple times "It's not Angry enough." You have her to thank for the ending of the chapter.
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"We found another universe," Barry reveals.
"We should um, we should sit," Cisco states gently and Lena can feel the anger she had previously felt for Kara transform into cautious hope. Taking a seat, Kara and Lena spare each other a glance before Barry begins to explain.
"Ok, so you know how in our multiverse we had all different universes operating at the same place in time but fluctuating at different frequencies?" Both nod and Lena can see the faint crinkle forming between Kara's brows. "Well now, the universe we are occupying is a bit different than that," Barry states simply.
"But you said there was another universe?" Lena interjects.
"Yeah there is, but we don't know anything about it," Cisco states, "It could be a universe where everyone's evil, or where there's another Flash or Green-"
"We get it," Kara snaps sharply, the reminder that Oliver wasn't there creates a pain in her chest she is trying to ignore. The room falls silent and Lena looks over curiously at Kara. Whose expression is impassive. Cisco shifts uncomfortably when Barry looks pointedly at him.
"I um made you this," Cisco stammers as he produces the familiar extrapolator.
"That's a transmatter portal," Lena states, plucking the small device from his hands, and turning it over. Peering closely over the details along its surface. Her curiosity engulfed her.
"Um yeah," Cisco says. "How do you know about transmatter technology?"
"I have a doctorate in astro and advanced particle physics, plus I built one once," Lena states without looking up, missing Cisco glance at Kara who gives a proud smile.
"Did it work?" Lena asks curiously as she attempts to remove the casing. With a huff, she stands. "I need my tools in the office," Lena states, turning to the small hall. Kara looks up quizzically, jumping at the silent order Lena shoots over her shoulder.
"Come on guys," Kara instructs softly, glancing at Barry and Cisco to get them to a moment the two share a curious look, before following. Barry lets out a low whistle, looking around at the luxurious surroundings.
"Man, I wish I had woken up in this place," He falls silent at the double glare from Kara and Lena. Lena sets the small device on the desk as she removes the tool kit she knows is stashed in the bottom drawer. Producing a small screwdriver, she removes the back of the casing.
"What happened when you tried to use it?" Kara asks as they watch Lena work.
"It produced a breach but as soon as we got close it fizzled out," Barry explains.
"Hey watch-" Cisco protests as Lena retwists wiring.
"Lena?" Kara asks quietly, pulling Lena from her work.
"If I can adjust the frequency to be adapted to the wavelength at which our universe fluctuates it might be there," Lena explains rapidly, hope and excitement filtering into her voice.
"Isn't that what we did?" Barry asks looking at Cisco who simply nods and Lena suddenly feels the weight of the small device in her hand go from being relatively light to feeling like a hundred tons as her hope disappears. Defeated she drops it on the desk in front of her.
"There must be other variables that we're not considering," Lena mutters to herself frowning down at the small device.
"I built it exactly like the others," Cisco states, stepping closer.
"What if the subatomic frequencies are different here?" Lena ponders.
"That would mean the most basic scientific discoveries would be different in our universe," Cisco argues, earning a look of aggravation from Lena.
"Well then, what would you suggest we do?" Lena snaps thoughtlessly. "Sorry," She quickly apologises, seeing Cisco's frown.
"It's ok," Cisco shrugs.
"What if you couldn't go through because you were already there?" Kara ponders aloud, causing her companions to look up.
"What?" Lena asks quietly.
"What if Barry and Cisco couldn't go through because their counterparts were already there?" Kara explains with a shrug.
"Perhaps," Cisco mutters, "But that doesn't explain why we couldn't see into the breach."
"Because two masses cannot occupy the same place in time and space," Barry states.
"But you wouldn't be able to see if the subatomic frequency was off while you were trying to occupy the same place in time and space," Lena interjects. "We just have to change the frequency the portal-"
"Extrapolator," Cisco quietly mumbles,
Earning an eye roll from Lena. "Extrapolator," Lena corrects. "To ensure that we can see what we're going into is the correct universe," Lena explains, watching as Barry and Kara both look at her hesitantly.
"And how do you change the frequency?" Kara asks Lena who turns to Cisco.
"We would have to rebuild the device," Cisco explains. "I built this one but it's programmed to that frequency."
"Can you?" Kara and Lena ask at the same time, making him jump slightly.
"Yeah but it'll take time," Cisco states, glancing at Lena who is now pacing in front of the desk.
"Wait," Barry interrupts, "you need to be travelling at a high speed to travel through the breaches. Kara, would Lena be able to survive if you flew at that high a speed?"
Kara moves to agree only to stop, glancing, looking uncertain over at Lena.
"I could build something to survive," Lena reassures, her hope beginning to rise.
"It would need to be non conductive to the relative frequency," Cisco states and Lena nods.
"I can do that," Lena shrugs her hopes building as the thought of returning to normality fills her.
"You can't," Barry states, disappointment lacing his tone. "The material required was on our earth, Kara it could take years to find it. We aren't even sure if it exists here."
Lena rubs her aching head as Kara and Barry share a glance. "I'll find it," Kara states simply. "If it means we get to go home, I'll find it."
Both Barry and Cisco nod. "Alright, we'll get on it. I'll keep Kara updated," Cisco states.
"Thanks, guys," Kara tries to sound hopeful but Lena can hear the uncertainty in her tone. They walk the pair towards the door, bidding their goodbyes and as the door shuts Kara slumps on the couch. Lena moves looking out over the skyline. The apartment falls deathly silent. Lena's almost certain Karas stopped breathing. Lena wanted to hope there was another world, her world, and a return to a sense of normality. But, there was no Jack in her world, not even a distant remnant of him left. There was no Sam a short drive away for a late night drink or Sunday soccer games with Ruby. Lena's stomach twists at the thought because Sam lives across the country in Metropolis only to be seen when Lena is there on business. Her eyes glance over to Kara's dejected form and she can see the weariness in her eyes. Wondering what kind of never ending internal battles the Kryptonian is up against.
"You don't think it'll work," Lena points out quietly. Her eyes searching Kara for any glimmer of hope, to find the materials for them to go through the portal.
"I don't know," Kara mutters and Lena hates how defeated she sounds. Kara is supposed to be hope, spirit and joyfulness, not defeated.
"Kara, we have to try," Lena states as she stares at the small circular device.
"If it didn't work for Barry, what makes you think it will work for us?" Kara asks morosely.
"Because I'll fix it," Lena states the obvious, only to be met with Kara's look of scepticism. "You don't think I can?" Lena accuses.
"What? No!" Kara defends. "Of course, I think you can fix it."
"Then why are you so unsure?" Lena asks as she moves across the room, picking up the small device.
"Because Cisco literally invented multiverse travel and he can't get it to work. This material they're talking about is incredibly rare," Kara states evenly.
"I created a transmatter portal in a single morning, Kara, give me a week and I can probably fix the device and build whatever is needed to transport me," Lena argues, mildly insulted at Kara's lack of faith in her abilities. She sets the small device on the table in irritation as Kara sighs.
"And what happens if you can't?" Kara asks quietly. Lena raises an arched eyebrow in disbelief, she steps back slightly stunned by Kara's direct words.
"Then we'll try something else," Lena states ambitiously. "Kara, we have to try," Lena pushes and Kara nods. The silence befalls them once more and all Lena can think about is how dejected Kara looks, it's a rare sight. She can only recall twice seeing Kara look this way, once after Mon-el was forced to leave and then when Supergirl had been accused of attacking the President. She wants to take Kara's hand and reassure her everything will work out but how can she when she doesn't fully believe it herself.
"You should have told me that Jack knew," Kara breaks the silence.
"I just-" Lena begins but shakes her head, "I didn't know how to tell you," Lena corrects quietly.
"It's not difficult, Lena." Kara sighs, "You should have told me. Not drag me off to play the happy couple at your party," Kara spits and Lena can see her practically vibrating with emotion.
"You're the one that said we had to keep up appearances," Lena snaps and watches as Kara rubs her face impatiently.
"You're being so reckless with this," Kara accuses. "Telling Jack and almost blowing it with Sam-"
"Well forgive me, Kara, but no one exactly gave me a handbook on waking up naked next to my best friend."
"Rao, Lena you don't get it, do you? You could have ruined everything by going to see Jack much less telling him who I am," Kara belittles.
"I have no one," Lena bursts. "I'm alone," Green eyes pierce blue. "I don't even have Sam because of her relationship with Alex," Lena's voice breaks as she continues. "You have everyone here and I'm alone. Do you have any idea how that makes me feel?"
"I don't," Kara gently defends after a pause. Lena swipes at the tears before Kara can see them.
"What?" Lena asks almost bitterly.
"I don't have everyone. I only have Alex and J'onn and even then, Alex's memories aren't fully there," Kara explains. "She's not my Alex."
"Well, I'm sorry your support system isn't perfect Kara," Lena sneers in distaste. "But at least you have one. You expect me to be this perfect pretend wife so you can get through this and I just can't. I don't know what more you want from me," Lena states.
"I want you to make an effort," Kara snaps with a glare. "To not screw up our world. To put aside your hatred for me enough so we can get through this."
"Well, maybe you should have thought of that Kara before you strung me along on your lies for three years," Lena spits and Kara's anger flares.
"You know I did that-"
"For my protection?" Lena cuts off with a taunting tone. "So you've said, but tell me, Kara, was Nia knowing necessary for her protection? Or what about the staff at the DEO? Do you really think that glasses and a ponytail are a good enough disguise to fool highly trained agents?" Lena asks, her voice low, lower than she had anticipated it being. "Tell me, do you really think I'm some weak damsel in distress that needs to be kept in the dark?"
"What are you saying?" Kara asks, her voice quiet but hard.
"You know exactly what I'm saying Kara," Lena spits in anger. "You just didn't trust me to keep your secret."
"I didn't tell you because-"
"Because you were afraid," Lena states firmly. "It's the obvious truth. You didn't tell me, Kara, because you were scared of what would happen."
Lena watches as Kara tightly clenches her jaw, she has seen Kara stubborn like this before and it was again staring back at her. Their heavy breathing the only noise filling the apartment, during their argument they've become so close that Lena can feel Kara's breath against her cheek. Lena watches as Kara shakes her head slightly.
"I don't have to justify myself to you." Kara states, striding from the couch and making her way to the room.
"You don't have to justify yourself?" Lena repeats sarcastically, jumping to her feet. "Damn it, Kara, you lied to me. Your supposed best friend for nearly three years."
"I made a mistake, is that what you want me to say?" Kara throws over her shoulder as she ascends the stairs, desperation laced in her tone.
"I want you to take responsibility, like a damn adult," Lena barks glaring at the Kryptonians back.
"That's rich coming from you," Kara scoffs, with a shake of her head, turning to glower down at her.
"God, Kara, you think you're so perfect and self righteous but you're full of shit," Lena hisses jabbing her finger into Kara's chest.
"I'm full of shit?" Kara snaps, blue eyes darkening as she towers over Lena.
"Yes, Kara, you are because you can't face the fact that you acted like a child. You didn't protect me. You hid me away like some goddamn fragile princess." Lena states shoving past Kara and making her way to the bedroom.
"I protected you just like I protect Alex, and Nia and Winn," Kara argues, following Lena into the master suite.
"You didn't lie to them," Lena spins, green eyes wide. "You didn't keep them hidden in the dark."
"I didn't want to hurt you, I just wanted to protect you," Kara argues, her voice laced with desperation as she stands over Lena, the space between them shrinking.
"Well congratulations Kara," Lena shoves her, forcing her to step back, the backs of her knees hitting the bed. "By treating me like some porcelain doll, you ruined whatever protection you wanted for me." Surprised blue eyes stare up at Lena. "How did you think you were protecting me by lying to me?" Lena hisses pulling Kara inches from her face by the straps of her dress.
Lena sees Kara's hesitation before Kara is crashing her lips into Lena's. It takes a moment for Lena's mind to catch up with reality. Pulling back slightly she stares down, reading Kara's face for a moment before she surges forward, colliding with Kara in a bruising kiss. It's rough, rougher than she expected as she pulls Kara's lips between her own.
Firm hands fly to Lena's waist as her teeth bite down on a lower lip. Kara pulls Lena's thighs causing her to straddle the blonde. They kiss, clashing lips and biting teeth. Kara's hand skirts the hem of Lena's dress, roughly pulling it upwards. She swallows the groan that threatens to slip from her as the noise of tearing fabric fills the room. Lena tangles a hand in sun kissed locks. Dragging her nails over Kara's scalp, feeling the faint gasp against her.
"My dress, off," Lena orders breathlessly as she suckles Kara's neck, feeling Kara moan in response. Biting down harshly she feels Kara nod, as the dress is pulled unceremoniously off. She pulls Kara in again crashing their lips sucking and biting on the Super's pink lips hard enough to draw blood. Lena tugs urgently on the stubborn zipper of Kara's dress. Kara growls, tearing the dress from her body. Desire blooms in Lena's eyes, grinding down against the toned stomach that has been revealed. Kara tugs impatiently at the clasp of her bra. Lena whimpers when the offending article finally yields to Kara's hands, and casually thrown to some corner of her bedroom. Kara's moves to nip and suck harshly along the column of a pale neck, rolling and palming at her breast roughly. Lena bites back a moan at the rough treatment, rolling her sex desperately into Kara.
Lena's hip buck as Kara's sure hand glides over the silk lace of her underwear. Kara begins to trail harsh nips down her throat along her collarbone and she can't suppress the whimper when Kara pulls her nipple sharply between her teeth. She clings to Kara as a hand slips teasingly between her thighs, sure fingers dragging over Lena's drenched folds. A loud moan falls from her lips as Kara brushes over her sensitive clit. Kara seems to still for a moment before she's rubbing experimentally over her. She is being teased, her pleasure held just on the edge until Lena can't take in any more.
"More," Lena gasps, "I need more," Kara's response is instantaneous, tearing the lace from her body, and thrusting a finger within her to the hilt. Lena cries out sharply scrambling to tighten her grip around Kara's neck as Kara adds a second finger, setting a brutal pace. Kara groans against her chest as Lena pulls their lips back together wanting to silence the noises coming from her as she begins to clench around Kara. Again, she bites down harshly on Kara's lip as a third is added, learning Lena's body quickly. Curling her fingers against Lena's inner walls causing her toes to curl. She moans deep and needy and Kara circles her clit applying pressure with each swipe. Kara's tongue claims her mouth, swallowing the needy noises falling rapidly from her.
Lena drags her nails over Kara's shoulders hard enough to draw blood as she can feel herself climbing closer towards her release. A rough thrust within her, a sharp curl of strong fingers and Lena falls over the edge, she comes hard her body shivering with her release.
Kara whispers, breath heavy against Lena's cheek. "I'm sorry, Lena."
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