J'onn had called to say they had a plan in the works and that he'd call us in when they had more. It was nice to have a couple days with Charlie. We went out into the city to see what kind of trouble we could get into. We were able to stop by the park and the aquarium and give Grandma a bit of a break.

We were out for a walk when we bumped into Kara and her friends.

"Rae! Hi, how are you?" asked Kara, as she reached out for a hug.

"I'm good thanks, how are you?" I asked.

"I've been good as well, thanks. Rae, these are my friends, Lena Luther and Sam Arius," she introduced. They both extended a hand.

"Hi, yes. We've met a time or two at the bar," I said, shaking both their hands again. "It's nice to see you both again."

"Then maybe you guys don't remember this cutie, Charlie," said Kara, bending down to say hi. "Hi Sweet Girl, how are you?" Charlie tried to hide her face and play shy. "Are you guys just out for a stroll?"

"Yeah, just thought we'd let Grandma have a day. We're still taking in the sights," I said, looking back at Charlie.

"Surely you must be getting tired of the sights by now. Haven't you been here for three or four months?" asked Lena.

I looked at Kara forgetting the whole story I was using as a cover. "Oh, yes, of course. But you know how it is, with work. Just been so busy, I haven't had much time to take Charlie to the touristy things."

"I know how that is, some people's bosses right?" joked Sam.

"Well, speaking of work. We should probably get going if we're going to give Kara that exclusive on our new research," said Lena.

"Well, it was great seeing you guys again," I offered, stepping to the side with the stroller.

"Hey, we're having game night tonight. If you want to stop by my place, I'll get Alex to text you the details?" offered Kara.

"Yeah, that sounds great. Can I bring something?" I asked.

"Just a competitive attitude! It gets pretty cut throat," she joked, waving good-bye to Charlie.

About a half hour later, Alex text to say she was happy to hear about me joining game night and the address to her sisters place. After texting her back, I pushed Charlie home with that same ridiculous smile I had when Alex's name popped up on my phone. As I was walking up the driveway, Mon-el walked up behind me.

"Hey," I said, waiting for him to catch up.

"Hey, isn't it a little cold to be out for a walk?" he asked, taking a peak to see if Charlie was awake.

"It was a little brisk," I agree, smiling when I saw him pick her up out of the stroller.

"So a game night invite huh? You must be making quite the waves down at the DEO, not just anyone gets those," he said, rocking Charlie side to side, then up and down. "Hi!" he smiled a huge, goofy smile to make her laugh.

"What can I say, I'm a pretty big deal!" I teased.

"Well, I was just out for a run and wanted to see if you wanted to head over together?" He said in a funny voice, finally making Charlie giggle.

"Sure, that sounds good. Why are you running?" I asked, confused about why a Daxamite would need exercise when there was a yellow sun.

"Just trying to clear my head," he said, going back to rocking Charlie, who had put her head down on his shoulder.

"Something you want to talk about?" I asked.

"It's nothing," he answered. We were both quiet while I waited for him to realize he did want to talk about it. "Well, Kara just thinks we should slow things down and get to know one another again. She thinks she may have changed once she lost me, that the situation caused her to grow, I guess. Which I agree with, I changed a little too; hopefully for the better. I'm just worried that maybe this time around she'll realize she's too good for me, or that she doesn't actually like me."

"For something that's nothing, that sure is a lot of thought on it," I said, bumping his shoulder once we sat down on the top step. "What's not to like? You're still that funny, caring guy she fell for at first. If anything, trying to catch up to me again has matured you a bit."

"Very funny," he said, pulling Charlie in close to him.

"I mean, look at this, you're basically a girlfriend magnet right here. Where's your phone? I'll take a picture," he laughed and rolled his eyes again. "I think taking things slow and getting to know one another is a good idea. This time there's nothing standing between you guys."

"I missed being able to talk to you the most, I'm glad we found each other again," he said. "What about you? You've been working pretty close to Alex lately."

"Ugh, Alex," I said, leaning back against the stairs. "I think I like her."

"Yeah?" smirked Mon-el. "Why haven't you said anything?"

"I don't know," I looked at Charlie. "I guess because it's harder to put your heart out there when it's not just yours anymore."

"Charlie's just over a year old, who's going to break her heart?" he asked, looking down at the sweet baby who had fallen asleep in his arms.

"Someone already has," I answered.

"Hi!" I greeted, opening Kara's door to Rae and Mon-el.

"Hey, we heard scotch was the ticket in," said Rae, holding up a bottle.

"Oh, that's not necessary but totally welcomed. Thank you," I said, accepting the bottle. "Actually, maybe you should hold it." I said handing it back and holding onto my crutches.

"Ah, yes. Sorry," she smiled, stepping in. Mon-el hugged me and went to find Kara.

"So, how's Charlie doing? Is she running yet?" I asked, reaching a glass down from the cupboard. I poured Rae a drink as she set her jacket down with the others.

"Yeah, just twelve second sprints around the house," she joked. "Thanks for sending those videos and pictures to me. I'm really glad you were there to get it."

"Yeah, me too. I'm glad I got to be there," I smiled, passing her the glass. "Cheers."

"Thanks, cheers," she answered, clinking my own glass. "So, just how cut throat do they get here?"

We turned looking into the living room where the two other couples sat. "Usually depends on how many drinks we can get into them before we start."

"Well then, I guess another round wouldn't hurt," she grinned, bringing the bottle with us.

"Guys, you remember Rae?" I said, as we joined the group. "You know Lena, but have you met James Olson?"

"Yes, Winn introduced us with a mouth full of chicken wings," she answered, shaking his hand again.

"Speaking of Winn, where is he?" asked Mon-el.

"I think he mentioned getting called into work," answered Kara. "But that's okay, because now we're at even numbers! We'll just play couples, sound good?"

I gave my sister a quick look before everyone turned their attention back to Rae and I. "Well, I'm glad you came. Maybe this time I'll actually be on a winning team."

Rae smiled, "maybe we should keep pouring drinks then." She filled everyone's glasses before taking a seat on the foot bench with me. We were sitting close enough that our legs were touching and I could feel the butterflies starting to act up.

"Okay, name of the game is charades! One person from each couple will draw to see the order and then we'll start," said Kara, passing around the hat. I wanted to kick her every time she obviously called us a couple.

Both Rae and I turned and started talking at the same time, followed by coinciding apologies.

"I just wanted to apologize," said Rae. "I'm not very good at games. I was more of a dancer at parties. And not a very good dancer, so don't get any ideas there either."

I laughed, "it's okay, but I think for every answer we get wrong. I should get to see a move."

We were both smiling when Kara brought the hat to us. Rae motioned for me to pick and I reached in to grab the last number. "Number one," I announced, holding out the piece of paper. We both made a face. "I really just came for a drink and the company, should I have mentioned that before?" asked Rae.

"Okay, Alex picked the number, Rae picks first," said Kara.

I watched as Rae stood, finishing the last of her drink and picked from the hat. She looked and asked if I was ready. At my nod, she held up three fingers.

"Three words," I answered. Watching Rae pause for a second to think about what next.

"Timers ticking!" teased Mon-el.

After a quick look at the timer, Rae immediately made a show of trying to stuff imaginary food into her mouth and shirt.

"I love Lucy!" I shouted, standing up and pointing.

"Yes!" shouted Rae, laughing and holding up a hand to high five. I returned it and we took our seat again.

"You know, I have been told we do make a pretty awesome team," said Rae, leaning back with her arm slightly behind me.

"I'm starting to see that," I agreed.

"Whatever, beginners luck!" taunted James, reaching for the hat. "Okay, watch and learn!"

Before he could pick, my phone along with Rae and Mon-els all rang with a text. They looked up at me and held their phones up.

"Sorry guys, work calls," said Rae. I looked at Supergirl wondering how she was going to get out of here without alerting Lena. But James spoke up.

"Actually, I just got a text saying someone found a break in one of our lead stories. I should head out as well," he said, standing. "Can I take you home before I head in?" He asked Lena, who nodded.

"Well, that cuts that game night short pretty quick," announced Kara. "Guess it'll just be Alex and I practicing for the rest of the night."

James and Lena said their goodbyes and made their way out into the hall.

"Guess we can take the quick way in then?" asked Kara, looking at Mon-el and Rae. They both agreed and walked towards the window. "You'll be okay?" Kara asked, looking back at me.

"Yeah, I'll just clean up and probably stay here," I said.

"Thanks for having me," said Rae, walking past me to meet up with the others. She leaned in and kissed my cheek. "I had a great time."

"Yeah, me too. I'll keep you posted for the next one, since we're reigning champs now," I teased, feeling the blush creep up to where she had touched.

"Yeah right! Game called on account of Reign!" quipped Kara.

Rae smiled before jumping over the balcony and following the other two into the night. I felt like I was in high school again, almost wanted to squeal with excitement, almost. Rae definitely made me feel something, now I just had to get over my fear of rejection.

I told Mon-el and Supergirl to go ahead without me. I wanted to check in at home quickly. I snuck in to give Charlie a kiss goodnight and grabbed my workbag.

Moments later when I reached the DEO, Director Jones and Winn had already informed the group that they had a plan to get us on Fort Rozz. They had found that there was a priestess there that had information on the Worldkillers and possibly their plan. The only problem was they had discovered that the star Fort Rozz was orbiting was a blue star and Supergirl wouldn't have her powers. The other issue was the star was deadly to anyone who carried a Y chromosome. This didn't leave us many options.

"I'll go," I said, the moment they filled me in.

"You're in the same boat, you'll have no powers as well," said J'onn.

"Well, at least there will be medical backup. I'm also trained in hand-to-hand combat, as well as many weapons. I think I'll be able to handle myself," I argued.

"I'll take all the back up I can take," said Supergirl. "I think I know a few more ladies who could help. Give me the night to figure this out and we'll leave first thing."

The next day, we had a bigger issue. It wasn't a hundred percent how we were exactly going to get to Fort Rozz. "J'onn's ship won't be big enough if you're taking others," said Winn.

"We can take our ship," I offered.

"That ship is too slow, it would take too long for you guys to get there," said Mon-el.

We all waited a moment before looking at Brainy. He looked up at us and did a double take when he saw us all looking at him.

"You want to take my ship?" he asked. "No, no. Absolutely not. Do you even know how much that ship costs? You guys couldn't even fathom a number that high. No. No way."

Before long, we were suiting up and packing Brainy's ship to head out when Supergirl got back from recruiting the others. I decided to take a walk over to Alex's place to calm my nerves a bit before I left. I knocked on the door and heard her call out. When I told her it was me, she told me it was unlocked. Walking in I saw Alex on the couch with her leg up.

"Hey, how's the leg?" I asked, walking further into her apartment.

Alex made a bummed face, "could be better."

"She's going to let me design it later," I heard from behind me.

I spun around to see a young girl carrying over drinks.

"Rae, this is my niece, Ruby," introduced Alex. Ruby stuck her hand out to shake mine.

"It's nice to meet you. Do you work with Supergirl too?" she asked.

I smiled at her enthusiasm and looked at Alex for the answer. When Alex nodded, I looked back at Ruby and said yes.

"That's so cool. You guys look so bad ass in your FBI gear," said Ruby.

"Whoa, whoa. Cool aunt, not that cool though. Watch the language," said Alex. "Ruby is Sam's daughter, so unofficial aunt."

I nodded as I put together the information. "Ah I see, so you guys are hanging out for the weekend?"

"Yeah, I was supposed to have my other sitter but she cancelled which ended up being totally okay because I get to hangout here. Are you going to stay?" breathed Ruby, talking a mile a minute.

"Actually, I'm heading out of town for a little bit but maybe if we get everything sorted I could come back and bring Charlie," I offered, sitting down on the chair opposite them.

"Charlie is super cute Rub," said Alex. "You'd love her."

"Who is Charlie?" asked Ruby.

"She's my daughter, she's just a baby," I said, showing her a picture.

"Aww, she's so cute. I hope you get to bring her over," cooed Ruby.

"I will definitely try my best," I said, standing up to leave. "Well, I should head out, I didn't realize you guys were hanging out."

"No, that's okay. I'm glad you stopped by," said Alex. "Is everything okay?"

"Yeah," I said, brushing my nerves away. "I was just nervous about going out of town again. But this helped."

"Good, happy we could help. We're going to hold you to that visit when you get back," she said, with a smile.

I walked behind the couch and touched Alex's shoulder on the way by. "I hope you do."

"Perfect, we'll see you soon," she said, letting her hand brush over mine as I walked to the door.

"Nice to meet you Ruby," I called over my shoulder. "You too," I heard back. I headed back to the DEO more excited to get this trip over with.

"So, is Rae your girlfriend?" Ruby asked, sitting back down on the couch.

"No. She's not," I laughed, shaking my head. "Why would you think that?"

"Why not? She's cute, don't you think?" she said. "You guys seem pretty comfortable with each other."

"We work together, a lot. We've just got to know one another, quickly."

"Well, I think you guys would make a pretty cute couple," she stated.

"Well, I think I'm pretty hungry. How about some of whatever you made?" I said, hoping to switch the topic. "Want some?"

"Yes please," she answered. "I can get it."

"No, I got it. Relax," I said, crutching my way over the kitchen.

"You're like the toughest person I know," said Ruby, holding up my phone. "Um Alex, you have a text."

"Aww, thanks. From who?" I asked.

"Maggie," she stated. The name stopped me dead in my tracks and Ruby saw. "I'll get lunch."

She handed me my phone and walked into the kitchen. I read the name over and over again before opening the message. Finally, I swiped over and the blurb appeared. My heart was beating a touch faster than normal, only to feel like it had been stomped on, again, once I read the text.

"Everything okay?" Ruby asked, standing on the opposite side of the kitchen island.

"Yeah, yeah. Everything's fine," I said, pulling myself together. "Maggie is my ex-fiancé. Her message just threw me off for a second. She thinks she left her passport here when we broke up."

"Were you hoping the message would say something else?" she asked.

"You know for a twelve year old, you're pretty intuitive," I said, placing my phone on the counter. "I don't know what I wanted it to say. I definitely didn't want to feel like this though."

"Like what?"

"Like I've just been sitting here waiting all this time to hear from her. Like I can't control my emotions enough to stay strong and continue moving on," I said, realizing I was venting to a child.

"So don't. Don't be the princess that sits up in the tower waiting for someone to realize they want her. Be the princess that knows what she wants and goes after it."

I looked at Ruby, speechless by the powerful yet simple plan of action. "You know what? You're right. Thank you."

"Okay, since I helped you; maybe you can help me? There's this girl in school who's been bullying me," she started.

We had made it to Fort Rozz and docked the ship. Supergirl was able to recruit Livewire and Psi, a master of mind control. After some trouble with the ship and docking, Psi was left with me while Supergirl and Livewire went on to find Rozz and the information she processed.

"She's here," announced Psi, as we watched her pod board the prison.

"Supergirl! Reign is in the building! Do you copy?" I yelled, hoping to give her a chance to be prepared.

"Copy," she said. "Do you have a visual?"

"No, but she's close to you guys. She docked down there," I answered, I turned to Psi. "I need to get the ship back on course. I'm going to take your dampener off. They'll need back up."

Psi rolled her eyes and took off to find them. I finally got communication back with the DEO and heard the scuffle. I grabbed my medical bag and started running in the direction of the yelling. I saw a flash of lightning and then nothing. Then heard a scream, I thought it was Supergirl but when I turned the corner I saw Reign kneeling on the ground while Psi messed with her head. I surveyed the scene and saw Supergirl standing in front of Livewire, who was lying lifeless on the ground. I rushed to them and pulled Livewire out of view while Supergirl tried to connect with the other side of Reign. I checked for a pulse on the white haired woman lying in front of me. It was weak and thready, I inserted an IV into her arm so I could push some medication to kick-start her heart but nothing was working. After trying many different techniques, Supergirl was back by my side.

"Stay with us Livewire," she said. "Lesley? Can you hear me? Don't give up."

"We need to jumpstart her heart, I think if I shock her the underlying current still running through her might be enough." Supergirl nodded in agreement and stood back while I got the paddles ready.

"Clear," I said, pressing the paddles to her chest and letting the voltage send through. It connected with her body and the two currents exploded, sending me backwards into the wall and Livewire crackling with energy.

"I don't understand," I said, kneeling back over her and starting compressions. "She still has energy flowing through her. Where is it coming from?"

The DEO came through our earpieces. "Agent Gand, it sounds like you've done all you can do. Valiant effort, the energy you're still seeing is just what's left of the current; it takes time to actually fade out. I think it's time to call it."

I looked at Supergirl; this was her friend. I would stay as long as I was needed.

"It's your call." I said, looking at Supergirl.

"He's right, we've done all we could," she agreed.

I did a few more compressions and looked to Psi to see if she had any last minute ideas. She merely nodded and looked down. I stopped compressions. "Time of death, 13:44."

When we got back to the DEO I found Supergirl. "Hey, I just wanted to say I'm sorry for the loss of your friend. I wish I could've done more."

"You did everything the way you were supposed to, thank you," she said. "Um, Agent Gand, maybe you should sit down. You took a pretty good hit to the head on that wall. It may need stitches."

"Oh, really?" I said, reaching up and touching blood. "I should be okay, it should start to heal pretty quick now that we're home. I'm just going to go clean it out."

"Okay, you're sure you're okay?" she asked, pulling out her phone.

"Yes, thank you," I answered, heading to the locker room.

"Agent Gand!" Supergirl called out after me. "It's Alex. She would actually like to talk to you. She said your phone is putting her right to voicemail."

I stepped back pulling my phone out of my pocket. It came out in pieces.

"Well, she'll have to pick which piece of her phone she's going to call you back on," said Kara, with a small smile. "Yeah, she's okay. It was the shock when she tried to shock Lesley's heart."

Kara listened to what Alex was saying, before looking at me again. "She would like to know if you're going to be able to make it over to hang out with them?"

"I'm not sure I'd be the best company right now and I should probably get this fixed," I said, holding up my phone. After losing a patient, I usually just wanted to be alone. That made for a lonely time during the war. "Tell her I'm sorry, I'll see you guys tomorrow."

I barely made it to the change room and Winn came rushing up to me out of breath. "I was ordered to give this to you within five minutes of receiving the message, charged and updated with all your favourite things."

"All my favourite things? How could you do that?" I asked him. He smirked his Winn smirk and slid across the screen to the photos and hit play. Instantly, the video of Charlie taking her first steps began playing and you can hear me laughing and giggling before Alex turns the camera to herself to show a nervous but excited face. "You did manage to get a few of my favourite things on here Winn. Thank you." I gave him a hug and took the phone.

Moments later, I was standing in front of Alex's door with Charlie. The second I knocked, all the butterflies came rushing back to my stomach. I hadn't felt like this in a long time. Alex opened the door and leaned against. "Hey."

"Hey," I answered. A big smile came across her face as she saw Charlie reach for her.

"Yes! She likes me," she joked, as she opened the door wider inviting us in and holding her arms out for the wiggling baby.

"Thanks for the phone," I said, passing Charlie over. "It helped a lot."

"Glad I could help," she smiled back at me.