A slightly more serious chapter, but it still has a protective Barry. Pardons for my imperfect fight scene.

The last thing Barry wanted was for Eobard Thawne to show up. It was already cracking up to be a stressful day before he decided to show his face. Between his workday, Iris' recent case, and Willow's father being increasingly neglectful, resulting in Barry and Iris taking more control in Willow's upbringing, Barry was stressed to say the least. All Barry wanted a simple patrol.

Thawne, on the other hand, seemed to have other plans. He was causing chaos throughout the city with the intent to draw the Flash out. It was pretty successful when Flash and Kid Flash showed up within seconds of each other.

Reverse Flash wasted no time jumping on the offensive. Flash and Kid Flash sped in to stop him. Flash took the lead, taking Reverse Flash head on. Kid Flash acted as support, distracting Reverse Flash so her mentor could get in a few jabs.

Reverse Flash punched Kid Flash, having enough of her sporadic tactics. She was sent flying, hitting the brick wall of a nearby store. She groaned in pain as the wind was knocked out of her and Flash was shocked.

Flash went to attack the futuristic speedster only for him to be deflected. He beat Flash before throwing him. The metal and glass of a car cushioned his fall.

Reverse Flash was focused on the young speedster. As Kid Flash slowly began to push herself up, her throat was grabbed and she was lifted off of the ground. Her hands grabbed his wrist hoping to alleviate the pressure or get him to let go. Blue eyes observed Kid Flash, scheming in silence.

"It's so good to see you again Willow." Eobard commented.

"Let her go Eobard." Barry demanded.

Reverse Flash ignored the Scarlet Speedster's demands. Kid Flash glared at him, shooting him a disturbed frown. He was planning something sinister. That much was certain.

"Get off of me." Kid Flash hissed.

He refused her request as well, tightening his grip on her throat. Reverse Flash studied Kid Flash, taking in her angered features. She kicked Reverse Flash in the shin, but it didn't seem to faze him.

He was plagued by the desire to get back at Flash, and now that he her cornered, he knew he could use her. Twisted thoughts about what he could do to her played around in his mind. A hand grabbed the side of her face as Reverse Flash faced Flash.

"Why don't I give you a little shoe?" Revers Flash suggested before turning his attention back to Kid Flash. "Let's hope I don't mess up that face of yours too bad."

Kid Flash's emerald eyes widened in shock and disturbance. She began squirming in an attempt to get away. Her squirming was enough to get out of his choke hold, but his hand was fast enough to grab her arm before she could get away.

It started with a slew of quick jabs to the stomach. She got in a few hits of her own, but he gave her no chance to overpower him. She was getting warn out when Reverse Flash shoved her against the wall. She tried to get away, but he was not releasing her. His close proximity was uncomfortable and she knew he wasn't done.

"Now, let's have some real fun." Reverse Flash decided, forcing Kid Flash to look at him.

"You're a monster." Kid Flash growled.

"That may be, but I'm just getting back at your uncle."

Flash couldn't stand letting this go on any longer. She didn't deserve the beating she received or the impending threat. He bolted towards Reverse Flash in a rage. He tackled the speedster, getting him off of his niece, who instantly fell to the ground.

He started beating on Reverse Flash. Fists hit him nonstop, not letting his opponent get in edgewise. Flash got Reverse Flash to the ground before continuing his attack.

Kid Flash stood up. She looked at her uncle almost horrified. She was thankful that he stepped in, but she wasn't expecting him to jump in with such aggression. The weary attention it was bringing didn't help.

"Flash." Kid Flash called.

Flash didn't respond to focused in his attack. She had to do something before her mentor did something he regretted. She bolted over to Flash.

"Flash! Stop!" Kid Flash yelled, latching onto his arm.

Her plea got through to Flash, who froze. He looked at Willow, frightened by her anxious gaze. When he looked back at Reverse Flash, he noticed that he was unconscious and bloody. Flash took in a breath, realizing what he could have done. Several police cars pulled up, ready to apprehend Eobard. And with their arrival came the guilt for slipping up.

"I'm sorry." Flash apologized before speeding off.

Kid Flash was unable to stop her uncle. She wasn't even able to go after him, since the police arrived and someone needed to explain the situation.

"I thought I'd find you down here." Willow sighed.

After everything was settled, Willow went looking for Barry. After checking with Iris and checking in with the League, she sought out the one other place she could think of. The office. She was greeted by Barry's superior, who told her that he was hiding in the forensic lab alone.

And there he was. She found him sitting in the corner, hunched over in distress. She quietly approached Barry.

"I'm sorry about that." Barry apologized.

"It's all good." Willow forgave. "The officers know you were under duress and that Eobard was not in his normal state of mind. They took him to Belle Reve. Though whether or not he stays there is up for debate."

It was good to hear that Eobard was apprehended without problem. However, Willow's conclusion was a grim and rather accurate one. Barry thought back to his reaction, guilt about it still lingering.

"I was infuriated." Barry sighed. "He was going to…"

"I know." Willow interrupted. "I didn't like where it was going either, but I'm kind of glad you did to be honest." Willow ran a hand through her ponytail. "I just wasn't expecting you to nearly kill the guy."

It was nice knowing that Willow wasn't too fazed by it. Though that could have just been because she was trying not to process it yet. It was going to be a process that was for sure. Willow lunged at Barry wrapping her arms around him.

"Thank you." Willow sighed.

It was an interesting one, but I went with it. The next chapter will be the final chapter with protective Barry before Willow puts her foot down (for a plausible reason).