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Chapter 13

"Well that was less than satisfying," Alex heaved a sigh upon exiting the interrogation room. The two people in the house had either been patsies or literally had no idea what she had been talking about.

"We knew it might be but my guess is that Mercy knows we were there. Besides forensics is having a field day with the house. It definitely was being occupied. Maybe we'll get lucky in the meantime, has Brainy found anything in Mercy or Otis' history regarding an ET?" Kara asked as the moved toward the main computer desk.

"Not yet. Between that, forensics, and the list of things missing from L Corp, we've got enough to keep us busy," the redhead admitted.

"That's what concerns me," Colonel Haley approached them.

"If we're not busy then that is a bad thing. With Mercy Graves on the loose, there is no telling what could happen. She's obviously working with other people toward a higher goal. She has no qualms about the attempt on Supergirl's life, which basically means that anyone else on the planet could be next. If you have any suggestions Colonel, we'll gladly take them under advisement," Alex's back was up and Kara wished she could calm her down. However, they could not show that they knew each other outside of the DEO. The Colonel reported to higher ups in Washington and the last thing they needed was Kara being outed.

"Only that perhaps Mercy wanted us overwhelmed. Otis obviously can't be trusted and despite his lack of brain cells, he will never give up his sister," Haley said.

"There is one way but I hate to use it. The method won't hold up in court and would probably get everyone in trouble. Given our current situation, I felt it would be a bad move," Alex frowned.

"Alex… I…" Kara started; concerned that she would try to bring up J'onn. Haley raised an eyebrow before nudging the current director,

"What Director?" She was surprised at the casual atmosphere in a federal agency.

"We have truth serum. The CIA loaned us some awhile back. They wanted to know if it would work on aliens. Director J'onzz refused to use it and I agree but since Otis isn't an alien and can be classified as a terrorist, we may be able to use it," Alex admitted.

"The CIA acts outside of the US and the rules are different for the game they play," Haley said.

"We're an agency that no one can acknowledge. The rules are different for our game as well. Doesn't mean I want to stoop to that level but our other option didn't seem feasible either. So we let it go and continue to do our jobs, just like we always do. Supergirl, I think you're needed at Camp David. The President hoped you'd be well enough to talk before she holds the summit for her Alien Amnesty Act," the redhead shifted tack and Kara smiled inwardly.

"I can't keep Madam President waiting, although you promised some help with the Kryptonite," the blonde said.

"Please see Agent Dox. I believe he has what you are looking for," Alex told her. Kara gave a nod and headed to find Brainy in the forensics lab. It didn't take long for her to find him. The twelfth-level intellect was busy as was the team trying to find something to nail Mercy Graves and her helpers.

"How goes it with Colonel cranky-pants?" He asked without looking up from the microscope.

"Loads of fun. I'm here for my Kryptonite armor," Kara said.

"While I commend Winn for his attempts, the bulky Anti-Kryptonite suits were very crude. We can definitely do better and by we, I mean me," Brainy smirked and went into the drawer under the desk.

"Astra and Non had little clip on devices but they didn't really work on blades…" the blonde trailed off as he handed her the large square box.

"Yes I heard about that… this will work better than those did," he said. She raised an eyebrow given the size of the box but she opened it to find an "S" much like the one on her chest.

"If I may," Brainy picked up the "S" and placed it on top of the one on her chest. It disappeared into the suit.

"How exactly…" Kara was a little unsure.

"Nanites that I've been working on. They weren't intended for this but it seems that they are just what we need. The nanites can be programmed and will adapt as needed. Right now they are strengthening your suit and purifying the air directly within your personal space," he explained.

"How did you test it? Did you borrow some of the Kryptonite you retrieved from that warehouse bust?" While it wasn't often, Brainy could see the concern on her face and hear it in her voice.

"I may have borrowed a smidge of it and attempted to use a Kryptonite alloy blade on your spare suit…" he tried to reassure her. She took a big sigh of relief and she gave him a hug.

"Have to see the President about a summit, wish me luck," Kara smiled and then took to the skies.

To Be Continued…