Chapter 10

In a swirl of black shadows, Andrea reached her destination and deposited her two passengers at her side. She was elated to have a shot at fighting alongside the good guys. It was a solid step on her path to redemption. Nia was looking a little green but was handling it like a champ. Brainy, clasping tightly to a large, metal box, was already studying the glowing, red cavern, no doubt calculating likely points of egress and vulnerability.

Heading toward the brighter end of the cavern seemed the logical choice. The trio tentatively stepped less than twenty paces before coming upon a beautiful, black-haired woman who appeared to be packing. She was shoving everything in sight into a single, small pouch. We're fighting Mary freaking Poppins? Andrea realized that wouldn't even be the most implausible part of this day after visiting the Fortress of freaking Solitude.

"Mortals. Come to beg for your planet? Lady Styx will allow it. Entertain me," the goddess instructed.

Andrea knew this was her chance. She took a step forward. "Lady Styx, this planet is not yours to destroy."

"You will find you are mistaken. The Queen of All Beings and Things insists you try harder."

So be it. Andrea slid into the rocky shadows and moved to slip behind the goddess. Despite her fleet, invisible speed, she was torn from the safety of darkness and thrown at the feet of the two Superfriends. Dreamer erected a shield too late. The executive's body was made to stand, and her long fingers squeezed ruthlessly around the younger woman's neck.

As Lady Styx grinned with cool amusement, Agent Dox dropped his cargo and leapt for the offending hands. "Nia!" He pried at Andrea's fingers, but they didn't budge. Dreamer's skin was shifting from red to purple. He chanced a look at the goddess and decided a direct assault now would be fruitless. Brainy retrieved the metal box and heaved it across the side of Andrea's head, effectively knocking her unconscious. "I apologize, Ms. Rojas."

Dreamer groped at her aching throat and gulped in air. Brainy kept a concerned hand on her arm. "I'm okay. I'm okay," she assured him. She concentrated on reinforcing the oneiric shield around the three of them, and when she regained normal breathing capacity, she notified Brainy, "I'm ready."

"You're certain?" he questioned.

She nodded firmly, and together they edged closer to the villain. Dreamer centered herself and closed her eyes. Mother, guide me.

The goddess huffed in annoyance. "Lady Styx hopes this becomes more interesting soon. You try my patience."

Dreamer shone blue, as she focused on goddess. She jumped into Lady Styx's vast mind to encounter a gray, snarling beast with thick paws and white eyes. The land was rootless, drifting dust dubiously held down by smoky sky. Dreamer launched onto the beast's back, handled its ears, and tied her thighs around its neck. She rocked onto her side and handily pinned the goddess' dream form to the ground in a cloud of dust. It growled and struggled in vain.

Floating a head above her comrades and shining a blinding blue-white, the superhero's voice echoed throughout the hollow with controlled strength. "Now."

Brainy obediently turned three latches on the reinforced box, ran toward the goddess, and threw open the box at her feet. A baby sun-eater emerged with radiant tentacles and effortlessly swallowed the gorgeous goddess whole. Brainy clicked a fob button, and the sun-eater was sucked back into the instantly closed box.

Dreamer dropped to the ground in a graceful kneel. Smiling with satisfaction, she couldn't resist throwing out a well-timed pun. "Let sleeping dogs lie."

Behind them, Andrea groaned in exasperation.

XxXxX

Lena felt an uncanny sense of déjà vu. They were in Lex's lair, a different one but still, and she had a pistol pointed at his chest. He was standing this time, however, and this time, Lex had the personal knowledge that she was capable and willing. He retained his mask of condescending nonchalance for the most part, his eye occasionally twitching in terror.

"Come on, sis. I was impressed the first time you shot me, but I know what a toll that must have taken on you. There's no way you could live with yourself if you did it twice."

"Denial's a very powerful thing, isn't it?" Lena asked the beady-eyed skin sack.

"You love me as much as you despise me," he insisted.

"I loved the brother I had when we were children, but you aren't him. You're a pathetic megalomaniac who's become nothing more than a token villain. You're unimaginative and weak." The younger Luthor grinned with disdain.

Lex bared his teeth and hissed, "you have nothing without me, Lena. I've always been your biggest supporter. I'm the one who challenges you to be better!"

"You've always tried to drag me down into the mud with you. You preyed on my insecurities and my loneliness, and I'll admit it worked more often than I'd like. But you see, Lex, those tired manipulations won't work anymore." She took a step closer and tightened her grip on the gun.

Lex flushed red with outrage, as his temple veins swelled. "I gave you a new world with the chance for a new life! I offered you the chance to rule by my side as a god, and you spit on my generosity!"

Lena tilted her head and gave him a mocking pout. "Aww, did I hurt your tiny feelings? Don't cry, Lex. You always cry."

"You don't deserve me!" he screamed and lunged for the gun. Arms curled around his from behind, holding him solidly in place, and Lex struggled to pry himself from the strong grip.

Adam smiled at Lena cheerfully. She sent him a pleased grin in return and calmly informed her brother, "No. You don't deserve me. The Luthor name doesn't deserve me for that matter. I think I'll change it… to Danvers. What do you think?"

Lex kicked and squirmed in vain, eyes bulging and watering in raging malice. "That's a vile joke, Lena." Spittle leaked onto his chin.

"Oh, it was no joke," she confessed and readied her trigger finger. "See, you're crying." She smirked.

"Hey, Dr. K, what do you do if the spider is poisonous and trying to bite you?" Adam asked with a cheeky grin.

"I believe the proper response would be to step on it," Lena answered.

"I concur!" The young man was having a tad too much fun, considering.

Three shots plugged into Lex's chest followed by two to the forehead. His mouth gaped wide, pupils narrowed, and knees buckled. Adam released his hold, and the antihero toppled to the floor like a bundle of wet firewood.

Lena slowly lowered her pistol in awe. "He's…" She noted Adam's curious gaze aimed over her shoulder and turned to her right to discover who was behind her.

"You were chatting too much. There are times when it's prudent to simply get to the point," Lillian Luthor offered in explanation.

"But… your son?" Lena struggled to process what had just occurred.

The poised woman casually stuffed her gun into her pants pocket. "Self-preservation, dear. Lex offered that deal to 'rule by his side' to you, Ms. Tessmacher, myself, and at least one of his goons. I realized that every person acquiring that coveted position was slated to die as soon as Lex became a god. I am no fool."

"Hm. Speaking of fools, I need to get-" Lena was suddenly flying forward with shadows streaming past her. Then she was sitting in a hard, metal chair next to Lex's contraption. She inhaled a few deep breaths, as her vision returned to focus.

"Kara?" She searched to room and spotted her girlfriend standing next to the far wall with her sister. The dark-haired woman jumped from the chair and ran to the blonde, shouting her name in relief.

"Lena, what's going- oof." Supergirl's neck was engulfed in CEO arms, and before she could return the hug, full lips were pressed to hers.

"You're okay!" Lena cried. "I can't believe it worked. You're alive! Do you know, where is Lex, and Lillian, she just…"

Alex clasped a firm hand onto Lena's shoulder. "Dude, babbling is Kara's thing. Breathe."

Lena relented her desperate hold and attempted to relax. She allowed herself to swim in the safety of beautiful, blue eyes for a blissful moment. Having regained her composure, she stepped back and took in the room. "Thanks, Alex."

"Anytime, dumbass."

"What happened?" Lena asked her girlfriend. "From your perspective, I mean."

Supergirl shrugged uncertainly. "We were fighting Lex, and I was covered in kryptonite. Alex says I died."

"She was totally not alive, not even kind of alive for a Kryptonian," the brunette confirmed.

"But you and Lex disappeared," Supergirl continued. "The kryptonite was gone too, J'onn and M'gann are fine. I'm fine, I think." Alex checked her sister's pulse for the fourth time. "And then you reappeared."

"That's it?" Lena asked and received a nod. "How long was I gone?"

"About one minute, maybe two," Alex answered.

Lena released an exhausted breath and eyed her four friends. "Alright, well, Lex is dead." She got the expected looks of shock and confusion. "My insane mother shot my insane brother."

J'onn chuckled with his arms characteristically folded across his chest. The Danvers sisters gave space dad their 'you're being weird' glares. He dropped his arms and laughed outright.

Lena couldn't help but giggle a little too, and she silently reminded herself to retrieve Eve.

Alex put a hand to her ear. "Agent Dox, primary target eliminated. Beginning peripheral sweep now." She motioned for J'onn and M'gann to follow but stopped up short when she realized Brainy hadn't responded. "Agent Dox, do you copy?" She exchanged worried glances with her sister. "Shit."

XxXxX

"I left a note, Director Danvers, err, Alex. Given the time constraints, I believe that was adequate."

"Brainy, you left a note that said, and I quote, 'went with NN to stop a god from destroying the planet. QD.' Like it was a casual Tuesday, and you were just stepping out to get coffee or grab a drink with Dave!"

"Um, who is this Dave you speak of? I don't recall-"

Alex stomped her foot in agitation. "It doesn't matter who Dave is!"

"Dave's the IT guy," Nia interjected.

Alex turned. "What?"

Kara backed up her protégé. "Oh yeah, Dave is definitely the IT guy. There are three guys named Dave in IT at CatCo. The fourth is Robert, but his middle name is David. Two of Lena's IT guys are named Dave."

"That's true." Lena nodded in agreement.

"It's like a secret prerequisite for getting into IT. Glaringly sexist, really," Nia added.

"Were you thinking of starting a movement? Down with the Daves, perhaps? I will do my part and terminate at least one of the two who work for L-Corp." Lena did her best to keep a straight face.

Kara panicked. "Don't fire the Daves if they're doing a good job, Lena! That would be so unfair."

Alex steamed. "No one cares about Dave in IT! Brainy, next time wait for some goddamn backup!"

"Dave's mom cares about Dave in IT," Kara mumbled sourly.

Nia translated on Alex's behalf. "What she means to say is, she was very worried when you didn't respond, because she cares so deeply about your wellbeing."

"Oh, I see." Brainy finally understood the source of Alex's anger. "I am sorry to have caused you distress."

Alex flopped down into a chair. "That's what I've been saying."

Lena leant toward Alex. "It really isn't."

Glare. "Shut up, gorgeous."

Lena smirked and gave her a playful wink.

"Hey! What is, what is all that?" Kara was not amused. "Stop flirting with my girlfriend!"

As relaxing as it was to listen to the team's childish banter, they did have important topics to discuss. J'onn stood and squared his shoulders. "Agent Dox, can you tell us if the sun-eater destroyed the goddess, Lady Styx?"

"Lady Styx is trapped within the sun-eater, and it is my understanding that she is truly immortal. However, according to the Monitor, it will take several centuries for her to gather enough power to escape. I recommend that we reinforce the sun-eater's cell within the Fortress."

J'onn hummed in thought. "Brainy, please work with Ms. Luthor on the cell reinforcement." He turned to Lena, "if you are amenable?"

"Of course. I'd be happy to help," she agreed.

"And Lillian Luthor is securely in FBI custody?" The Martian looked to Alex.

"She's already been transported to a secure black site. Hopefully, we'll never hear from her again."

J'onn eyed M'gann who went to stand at his side. "With all of the predominant threats managed, I believe it is time."

Kara cocked her head. "Time for?"

"I plan to move my private investigation business." He clasped M'gann's hand in his and smiled down at her. "I am returning to Mars with M'gann to continue the good work she and Malefic have done. There is still much to accomplish toward rebuilding our planet."

Lena nodded in understanding. Alex slumped in resignation. Brainy scowled, and Nia pouted.

Kara jumped to her feet and slammed her space dad in a window-shaking hug. "Please return to visit us often," she begged into his shoulder. Alex stood and dejectedly wrapped her arms around her sister and mentor.

J'onn smiled with adoration. "I will, of course I will."

Nia perked up. "Hey! Does this mean we're having a going-away party?"

The Danvers sisters responded, "obviously."

J'onn chuckled. "No, no. A celebration is not necessary."

Lena cut in. "Sorry, J'onn. You have no say in the matter."

XxXxX

"Pizza's here!" Alex jumped up from the couch and tossed her afghan on top of her sister. She grabbed her wallet and jogged to open the door. "Oh."

Kara giggled knowingly, as she stepped to the kitchen to refresh her drink.

"Hey, Danvers." Maggie grinned uncertainly. "I'm just stopping by to see… Can we chat?"

"Uh, yeah! Yeah, but Kara's here. Movie night."

The detective crammed her hands in her pockets. "No problem. I won't take long. I just…" She tilted her chin and studied her ex. "I just have a quick question."

Alex folded her arms and leant against the door frame. "Okay?"

Inhaling more breath than she needed, Maggie jumped to it. "Over the past few years, you know, since us, I've spent a lot of time with my sister's kids, and I've never been able to stop thinking about what a wonderful mom you'll be. Really, you'll be fantastic."

"Thanks." Alex smiled with a twinge of remembered pain.

"Yeah, the thing is, I can't stop thinking about the wonderful mom you'll be, but when I picture it, I'm always with you, by your side. Um." Maggie stammered uncharacteristically.

Alex attempted to absorb the words. "By your side."

Maggie produced her patented head tilt. "Yeah, by your side, as in, with you… also a mom, and it's become a dream that makes me happy. I've realized that somewhere along the way, it's become something I want, but I don't want it alone. What makes me happy is the idea of having that with you, creating a family with you."

"You…" Alex paled. "You want to have a family with me?" She struggled to remain upright. "That's…"

Maggie waded on. "Look, I know it's a lot to drop on you after all this time, but my questions is… I, I was wondering if you'd be willing to go on a date with me? Just to see if maybe we still work?"

"I, but, I…" Alex lost her brain out of her ear.

Kara came to her rescue and nudged the door wider. "Hey, Maggie! She would love to. In fact, we're having a party for J'onn on Friday. You should come! Alex will text you."

Maggie nervously scanned between the sisters. "Hey, Little Danvers. Are you sure? I don't want to overstep."

"I'm positive!" Kara flashed her perfect teeth. "Alex is too; she's just in shock is all. I promise, she's totally on board."

Alex closed her mouth and held onto her sister's arm in desperation, so, so thankful and equally embarrassed.

"Okay then. Cool." Maggie waved tentatively. "See you soon, Danvers."

Kara closed the door and wrapped her sister in a tight hug, rubbing her back. "You're okay. This is good."

Alex melted into the comfort offered and blushed while a small, delighted smile crept onto her lips. "Yeah."

XxXxX

Kara skipped over to Nia's desk to hand her a blueberry muffin. "Morning! How many editors does it take to change a lightbulb?"

The younger reporter groaned good-naturedly. "One, Kara, but we don't have time. Meeting." She pointed to the glass wall of Andrea's office. "That haircut really is marvelous. I know I said it before, but you look freer and somehow even more beautiful. It's sickening, honestly." She stood and started for the office.

The blonde scrunched her face with her blush, as she followed her friend. "Uh, thanks, I think." She had decided that last year's acquisition of bangs wasn't quite enough of a change to reflect how she was feeling about this point in her life. For once, she felt confident, supported, and loved in all facets of her identity. It was refreshing, and the loose curls that bounced to just above her jaw mirrored her newfound inner serenity.

She knew that her attitude adjustment was largely due to her relationship with Lena finally being on track, finally freed of deception, finally consumed in unrestrained love and devotion. Kara was high on life and distractedly wondering whether her girlfriend had eaten breakfast when Nia opened their boss' office door to allow her to enter first. She halted two steps in, taking in the unusual assemblage.

Ms. Rojas and Cat Grant were standing next to the couch, and the ever-stunning Lena Luthor was standing to the right with a thick legal document in one hand and a glass of champagne in the other. The other two women were also clasping champagne flutes, and she accepted the one handed to her by Nia. "Hi honey, err, Ms. Luthor. Good to see you Ms. Grant. Are we celebrating something?" She briefly wondered if this had been covered in an email she had yet to read.

"Hello, Kiera, and yes, we are," Ms. Grant responded with a broad smile.

Andrea added, "we're here to celebrate the sale of CatCo Worldwide Media. I believe we can all agree that this will hopefully be the last change in ownership for a long time to come."

Lena was sporting her bright, genuine smile that exposed her dimples and left Kara feeling warm and defenseless. Her girlfriend stepped toward Kara and graciously handed the paperwork to her. She glanced down and quickly skimmed the top page. She noted her name sandwiched within the legalese of the purchase agreement and looked up to Lena in confusion.

"What?" Kara dropped the bundle of pages to her side. "Who bought CatCo this time?"

"This time, I did buy it for you." Lena smirked. "More accurately, the three of us did."

Kara's eyes went wide in disbelief. "The three…"

Lena continued, "Cat, Andrea, and myself. We agreed that, without doubt, you are the best woman for the job. I was pleased to discover that it wasn't simply my personal bias leading me to that conclusion."

"Oh, come now Lena," Cat teased, "we're all a little biased when it comes to National City's darling, caped hero, but I concede. Kara Danvers, I expect no less than excellence from you at all times. Is that clear?"

"Y-yes, Ms. Grant," came the rote response. Kara wondered if that was the first time her mentor had acknowledged her alter ego and, even more shocking, if that was the first time she'd referred to her by her full, and accurate, Earth name. This certainly seems to be my dimension…

"Well! I, for one, feel lighter already," Andrea chirped. "Congratulations, Kara! I know you'll make us proud." She raised her glass. "Cheers to Kara!"

"To Kara!" the three other women echoed and sipped at their flutes, as overjoyed tears leaked down Kara's smile-strained cheeks.

Nia wrapped her arms around her friend in an awkward, perpendicular hug and kissed her damp cheek. "Congratulations, sweetie. No one deserves this more than you."

Lena gently cupped the new CEO's face her in hands and pressed a chaste kiss to her lips. "I'm so proud of you, Kara Zor-El. I know you'll make CatCo the national hub of journalistic integrity."

The blonde threw her arms around her girlfriend's neck. "I don't know what to say, Lena. Thank you so much!" She released her and took in the women with glassy, ocean-blue eyes and a full heart. "Thank you!" The reality of her position was sinking in, and she grew more excited by the second. Unable to find a more appropriate outlet for her building energy, Kara returned her drink to Nia, clutched the stapled pages to her chest in both hands and jumped jubilantly in circles. She released a delighted squeal that caused heads to turn from the bullpen. "Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" she chanted, as she bounced.

Nia dramatically cleared her throat. "Ahem. Ms. Danvers, your employees are watching."

"Oo." Kara settled and smoothed her dress, attempting a superior pose that made the group chuckle. "Hey!" She whipped her head around to face Nia. "I'm gonna need an assistant!"

XxXxX

With the primary goal of congratulating J'onn with an expensive bottle of what she had been told was the alien equivalent of scotch, Lena climbed to the roof of Kara's apartment building on Friday evening. As she opened the door to the warm but breezy night air, she was sidelined by a hug from a tall brunette. Gaining her bearings, she laughed lightly and squeezed. "Sam! I didn't know you'd be here. You didn't say anything when we spoke this morning."

"Lena, I just couldn't wait to see you again. Your visit to Metropolis reminded me of the friendships I've been missing out on." Sam beamed at her. "Also, Ruby was pissed that you didn't stop by to see her."

"There wasn't time; you know that. God, I miss her. I think Alex does, too." She grinned at her old friend. "Let me know if you need help moving back," she joked.

"Already done." Sam winked.

Lena brightened. "What?" Before she could hear a response, she was engulfed in another four arms squishing her. When did I lose my intimidating air and become someone who's routinely attacked with hugs? "Hello, ladies. Detective Sawyer, good to see you."

"Lena! Wow, you look fantastic!" Maggie swayed, and Alex grabbed her waist to steady her.

Alex scowled. "She always looks like that." She motioned over Lena's person. "Unholy."

The executive blushed. "You both look lovely as well. Thank you."

"Did you hear? Alex is taking over J'onn's P.I. business," Maggie relayed with inebriated pride.

"Oh, how perfect. You'll be wonderful, Alex. I see you've got a head start on me. Point me to the bourbon?"

The older Danvers gestured vaguely behind her. "Next to Brainy. He's determined to calculate the correct Coluan alcohol consumption rate for maintaining a pleasant buzz."

Lena still hadn't spotted J'onn by the time she reached the drink table. There was a surprising several dozen people in attendance, or aliens passing as human. She wasn't sure. After pouring two fingers into a tumbler, she turned to Querl and Nia. "Beautiful night, isn't it?"

"Beauty is entirely subjective, Ms. Luthor, as I'm sure you know. I myself find beauty in efficient code but also facial symmetry such as that of Ms. Nal." Brainy nodded to his companion. Nia blushed and stared at her feet.

"Understood. You two are back together then?" Lena asked curiously.

"We were never-" Nia slapped a hand over Brainy's lips.

"Yep! We're doing better than ever," Nia informed her with a giddy grin.

"Congratulations." Lena shook her head in amusement. Those two are nauseatingly adorable. A hand on her elbow turned her attention. She luckily avoided an embarrassing spit take. "Dr. Danvers!" She paled with burgeoning panic.

"Lena, honey. I've told you, it's Eliza." She smiled with affection and wrapped motherly arms around her shoulders, squeezing gently. "I'm so pleased you're here. I'm told you and my daughter are finally dating."

"Finally?"

Eliza chuckled. "Yes, finally. I'm not blind, dear, and frankly, I've considered you part of the family for quite some time. We're all very happy to have you."

Lena coughed, as her throat constricted with emotion. "Thank you, Eliza. You don't know how much that means to me." She spotted J'onn and clasped a hand to Eliza's shoulder. "We'll talk more later. Please excuse me?"

Eliza nodded. "Of course."

Lena quickened her pace across the roof, so she could catch the Martian before anyone else called her attention away. "J'onn."

He turned and smiled warmly. "Ms. Luthor. Thank you for coming."

She tentatively hugged the larger man, since that seemed to be the theme of the night, and handed over his gift. "I want to wish you luck on your journey. I know the Superfriends won't be the same without you."

"Thank you. I am not worried. I'm confident this city is in very capable hands." He eyed her seriously. "Including yours."

Lena colored at the genuine compliment. "I want to assure you that I will do everything in my power to keep Kara safe."

He grinned knowingly. "Oh, no doubt, Lena. No doubt. I haven't seen her yet. Have you?"

"I haven't, but I should go find her. Take care, J'onn." She stepped away to hunt for her girlfriend. After completing another cycle around the rooftop party, Lena decided to search for Kara in her apartment. When she neared the exit, she heard familiar voices coming from the other side of the door.

"-haven't even gone on a date yet!" Alex's voice echoed within the concrete stairwell.

"We've been on tons of dates. They just weren't official. Besides, if she thinks it's too soon, she'll say no," Kara responded with clear exasperation.

"And you'll be heartbroken, Kara!"

"Fine, Alex. You tell me when I've waited long enough, because I know what I want."

Lena realized the Danvers' voices were becoming louder, and they were nearing the door. She hastily stepped away and attempted to act casual, sipping on her bourbon. As the two women opened the door to join the party, Lena's breath left her lungs in a gush. Kara wore a sleeveless, lacy, burgundy dress that hugged her abdomen and swirled above her knees. Her shortened hair somehow managed to be perfect and messy at the same time, and her luminous, blue eyes were highlighted by curled, black lashes.

The dark-haired woman gulped and called her name. "Kara."

The blonde spun on her heels. "Lena! There you are." She sped to her girlfriend and hugged her with a brief kiss to her neck. "I've been missing you." Patented pout.

"Kara, you're not wearing your glasses." Lena noted and took her hand. "You look absolutely breathtaking." She took another deep breath and reminded herself that breathing was important. "Literally," she added with a flirtatious grin.

The Kryptonian turned the expected bright red. "You do too, Lena. You're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen. I mean it."

Lena returned a kiss to her cheek. "Thank you, darling. I need to ask you… Were you just talking to your sister about what I think you were?"

Kara's blush faded. Her mouth opened and closed, as her eyes darted to the side. "No… Yes. I'm sorry, Lena! I understand it's too soon, but please don't let it scare you away! I'm just so happy to be with you, and I'm just, I know I want to spend my life with you, but I get it. I'm happy with whatever pace you're comfortable with. I promise." Her tone was pleading and almost desperate.

Lena squeezed her hand. "Kara, it's fine. Please, I love you, and I'm not going anywhere. Okay?"

Kara's tensed shoulders lowered in relief. "Okay." She squeezed Lena's hand back smiled at her with adoration.

"On that note…" Lena pulled Kara closer. "As usual, Alex Danvers doesn't know what the hell she's talking about, and neither does Sam who talked me out of this this morning." She tugged her pant leg and knelt, holding a shining, diamond ring aloft.

Kara snatched the ring and screamed bloody murder, as she shot into the clouds above the building. Lena had expected an enthusiastic reaction but nothing quite so dramatic. Even at a distance, she could still faintly hear the scream. Her heart felt incredibly full, as it thudded against her chest. Lena stood and searched the clouds. This was the best moment of her life, and she imperatively needed Kara to be here for it. "Kara? Love, is that a yes?" she asked the dark sky.

Lena thought she heard the whisper of a 'yes' filter down to her.

Kara suddenly appeared in front of her with a pant. "Sorry! Yes, Lena. Yes!" She bounced with untamed glee.

"Stay with me, okay?" Lena requested, as she slid the ring onto her fiancé's finger.

"Always," Kara promised.

Refusing to release her hand, lest she float away again, Lena pulled Kara in for the first kiss of the rest of their lives together.

XxXxX

THE END