Supergirl and the Last Avenger
DISCLAIMER: I do not own Supergirl or Quasar, neither do I own DC or Marvel Comics characters or characters from the CW Arrowverse.
Chapter 2
Central Park - National City
Wendell Vaughn, also known as the cosmic hero, Quasar, strode through the park before stopping next to the lake at the center of National City's largest park. He wore a pair of faded blue jeans, a red and gold t-shirt, and a pair of black Vans. He looked out over the water as the sun reflected off the surface. A smile stretched across his face as he watched the beauty of this planet, it wasn't his Earth, but it was familiar all the same.
"A penny for your thoughts," Kara Danvers said as she joined Wendell as he stood looking out over the water.
Wendell turned his head to look at the Kryptonian who was dressed as a normal human and using her secret identity as Kara Danvers. "I like the glasses," he said with a smile. "Does that really help hide your identity?"
Kara blushed slightly at the question. "Its worked so far," she replied. "It's a lovely morning. You seemed troubled so I stopped by, I'm on my lunch break from Catco."
Wendell smiled at her concern, his heart feeling lighter at her company. "Just thinking how much this world is like my own. I wonder if there is another Wendell Vaughn out there."
"I had Brainy check and no, there aren't any other Wendell Vaughns out there."
Wendell nodded his head; he was glad that there wasn't another version of himself out there. "I guess that makes this easier then."
Kara nodded. "You still seem troubled."
He turned away from the water to look at Kara. "I lost my entire Universe. I think I have a right to be troubled," he said with a little more anger than he meant. He sighed. "I'm sorry, none of this is your fault. You keep trying to help me and all I do is screw it up."
Kara shook her head. "You haven't messed anything up. I know how sad you are. I know you blame yourself, but Eon was right, it wasn't your fault. In the end it was Carol's choice and if you had been in her place you would be dead and so would the Universe. I thought for a long time that I had to give up on one part of my life to be happy, but I have reconciled that happiness is not meant for me. I have a duty and that will always come first."
Wendell nodded, understanding Kara's situation first hand. "I know how you feel. When I first became Quasar, I tried to live a normal life on Earth and still be this cosmic protector, but I found out that in the end, I'm Quasar and Wendell Vaughn is just along for the ride."
Kara nodded. "Does it get easier?"
Wendell smiled. "It does, when I get to meet other heroes, people with the same duty as me. I make friends and comrades. Even if I lose them in the end they will always be in my heart. I can never forget Captain Marvel and all the other heroes that helped shape me as a hero."
"I didn't know them, but I'm sure they'd be proud of you," Kara said.
Wendell smiled. "I'm glad I met you Kara Zor-el, on this new Earth and in this new Universe."
Kara's smile widened, making her blue eyes shine brighter. "I'm glad I met you too, Quasar."
They both turned around to look back over the water. Kara looked down at her watch and realized she needed to get back to work. "I've got to go back. Are you going to be okay?"
Wendell turned to look at her his light blue-green eyes shining. "I am now, thanks Kara."
Kara smiled, doing her best to hide her blush. "Don't mention it, I'm always glad to help. See you around, hero," she said before she turned and walked away back to Catco.
Wendell watched her walk away for a moment before he turned back to look out over the lake his smile never wavering. One of the crystals on his wrist bands began to flash. He touched the crystal with his hand. "Quasar here."
"Quasar, please come back to the DEO; we need to talk," Alex said.
"I'll be right there, Alex," Quasar replied before Wendell Vaughn began to glow with a golden light, when the light faded Quasar stood in the center of the park by the lake. He smiled before floating up into the air and taking off toward the DEO Headquarters.
Catco
James met Kara as she entered the office. "James, what's going on?"
James looked down at the ground. "I have to meet the police this afternoon, regarding my work as Guardian."
"What? Are you in trouble?"
James sighed. "Probably, but Lena and her lawyers will be there with me. I should be okay."
Kara nodded, glad that Lena was there to help him. "What do you need me to do?"
James smiled. "Take care of Catco while I'm out. Snapper is on vacation as you know and your the only other person here I can trust."
Kara smiled. "Don't worry, I'll take care of Catco."
James nodded thankfully. "I got to go, thanks Kara, it means a lot."
She smiled as James entered the elevator; the doors closing, making Kara even more nervous for her friend. She pulled out her phone before sending a text message to Clark; he needed to know that his best friend was in trouble. She sighed in relief when the response came back, it looked like Superman was on the job. She smiled before she walked into James's office and sat down behind the desk. She looked around at the office, it always seemed big, but now it seemed huge to her. "Come on James, you need to be okay."
DEO Headquarters
Quasar landed on the balcony, surprising a few agents, but they all gave him a short nod when they realized who he was. He gave them a smile in return as he entered the secret organization's headquarters. He saw Alex standing alone at the round table; he joined her there. "Okay, Alex, what can I help you with?"
Alex gave Quasar a smile when she saw him. "Well, it's what I can help you with."
"That sounds cryptic."
She smiled at his tone. "I think your other persona might need a job, so I'm giving him one."
"A job," Quasar said. "Protector of the Universe is a big enough job."
Alex nodded. "I know but you can't be Quasar all the time. Wendell Vaughn needs a job at least until this unknown threat arrives and we take care of it. After that you can go and travel the Universe."
Quasar sighed. "Okay, so what's the job?"
"I need a new second in command. A new field leader. After our talk about your past I know you were an agent for this SHIELD organization, so I thought this would be perfect."
Quasar nodded. "I don't want to take anyone else's job."
"The job you're taking is my old job and I'm not sure anyone else is qualified to step right in and if we are now using only non-deadly force, I would feel better if you were out there with the ability to turn into Quasar at a moment's notice."
Quasar smiled; her reasoning was perfect, he understood now why J'onn gave her the job. Alex was a good leader. "I'll do it," he said.
Alex's brown eyes widened. "You will?"
Quasar smiled at her surprise. "Of course I will help you and your team here. You all welcomed me and are trying to help me fit in. How could I refuse?"
Alex was taken aback by how quickly he accepted. "I thought it would take more convincing."
"Don't sell yourself short, Alex; you're a very good saleswoman."
Alex's smile widened. "Okay, so let's get you a uniform and an apartment setup."
Quasar nodded, reaching his hand out across the table. Alex looked at his hand for a moment before taking it. "Wendell Vaughn reporting for duty, Director."
Alex smiled. "Come on, let's get you settled in."
Somewhere in the Milky Way Galaxy
A small ship moved through space at unheard of speed, its destination unknown. The ship looked old and appeared to be from an ancient alien race. The scene shifted to the interior of the ship. The inside of the ship was ripped to pieces; debris was strewn across the floor and four bodies of an unknown alien race lay on the ground; their bodies ripped to shreds. In the center of the destruction sat a lone figure seated on the ground. The being or whatever it was wore a gray, loosely fitting jumpsuit with cables stretched around it. The hood over its head revealed nothing in regards to the facial features of the being. The only feature of the being that was visible were its eyes, glowing red eyes the color of blood. As the view from the ship faded a rumbling laugh could be heard; part wild animal and part crazed humanoid.
National City Police Department
James Olson sat on one side of the conference room. Lena Luthor sat on his right side and two attorneys sat on his left. Across the table from the four people was the District Attorney and the Police Chief.
"Mister Olson, I appreciate you making this easy and not requiring us to get a warrant for your arrest," Chief said.
James looked across the table with narrowed eyes. "Why would I need to be arrested?"
The District Attorney frowned. "You have been taking the law into your own hands; that's against the law."
"I help the police and I save lives. I saved one of your officers just a few weeks ago," James replied, looking at the Police Chief.
"I know my officer thanks you for that, but we still have to enforce the law, and vigilantism is against the law."
Lena frowned. "How does Supergirl get away with it then?"
The District Attorney sighed. "Supergirl works with the government; the president herself vouched for her. Would she do the same for you, Mister Olson?"
"Its doubtful," James replied.
"Then, we are at an impasse here. I asked you here to make a deal. You walk away from being Guardian and we will let the charges go. We won't come after you."
"I can't give up helping people," James said.
"Then you leave us no choice. Chief, arrest this man," the District Attorney ordered. The Chief stood up but just as he was about to arrest James Olson a sudden commotion could be heard immediately outside the door. The door suddenly opened, revealing Superman. Everyone's eyes in the room widened, including James.
"I would like to speak for my friend here," Superman said.
James smiled at his best friend. The District Attorney looked up in awe of the Man of Steel. "I'm sorry Superman but Mister Olson is in violation of the law."
"Then you will have to arrest me as well," Superman replied.
"What?" the District Attorney said, realizing that he couldn't arrest Superman; he'd never get re-elected.
Superman smiled. "I do not work with the government. You should arrest me as well."
The Chief turned toward the District Attorney with a hopeless look on his face. The District Attorney sighed. "I will drop all charges on one condition."
"What is that?" James asked.
"If Superman vouches for you," the District Attorney said.
Superman smiled. "The Guardian is a hero and I can certainly vouch for that."
Lena smiled before she stood up. "Gentleman, I wish I could say it was fun, but I have a company to run and Mister Olson has Catco to run and a city to help protect. If you'll excuse us," she said as James and her attorneys stood up as well, following her out of the door. Superman gave the two officials a brief nod before he left the room as well.
Outside of the police station, James and Lena exited, her attorneys going their separate ways. None of the paparazzi or media was there; the meeting was kept quiet. James was thankful for that.
"Well, James, I'm glad I got there when I did," Superman said.
Lena felt a little strange; she did not have any bad feelings toward Superman, but Supergirl was his cousin. "How did you know about this?"
Superman smiled. "Well, James told a certain Catco reporter who called her cousin in Metropolis and then he got a hold of me. Clark Kent is not one that you say no to easily. Besides, James and I go way back to his youthful cameraman days in Metropolis. I was glad to help."
James smiled as he stretched out his hand; Superman accepting the gesture happily. Superman smiled releasing his hand. "Now you both take care of each other and James," he said earning his friend's attention. "Be careful out there, Guardian," He jumped into the air, flying off toward Metropolis.
Lena grabbed onto James's arm. He looked down at her. "Come on, I imagine Kara will be glad to have you back at work."
James chuckled. "I'm sure she's a nervous wreck." The two laughed as they made their way back to Catco.
AN: That's a wrap on that chapter. Please like and review, thank you!
