Here it is! This is it! The final ch of Trouble With Red Kryptonite! It's been fun writing this, I'm genuinely not sure if I'll make a trilogy, right now this is enough. I have to get back to The Silver Knights. It's been on a haitus for far too long. Enjoy the last Ch!
Chapter 7: Trust and Love
Two Weeks Later…
(Scene: Village, Outskirts Terra Venture City, Mirinoi/Maya's POV)
It's been two weeks now. Kendrix has 'hung' up her cape, not literally. She still wears her armour underneath her clothes, but has become shell of who she once was. Everyone in the city doesn't seem that bothered by the disappearance of Supergirl and because of that: crime has hit its all time highest of a whopping 45%! Security Forces are being stretched thin and I hear Commander Stanton is off his head with stress.
With crime gone up, neither Kendrix nor Elizabeth have time for their normal jobs. Yes, Kendrix is back working again, but she is still in a 'shut down' mode. She refuses to talk about her issues post-Red K. She took part in many crime interventions, many of which endangered her life. She luckily took down an alien. A Hellgrammite to be exact, she managed to outsmart him, using his natural food source. He was too dangerous to be brought back alive, so when she lured him inside a warehouse with DDT, that sucker of an alien fell for the trap and was shot down. No escape. Eliza's sister was promoted to a higher rank, but declined the offer.
Kendrix is trying to show us that Mirinoi doesn't need Supergirl. I beg to differ, we do need her! Supergirl is an idol, an inspiration to all. The people of Terra Venture City gave up on her, mine haven't. For us, being superstitious, my people thought their Saviour was cursed. Although, my friend, Eliza told me it has become too dangerous for her now. She has seen the Kryptonite Armoury and the amount of damage it could do to her! She said the military are ready to kill but they can't, they want to capture her so scientists can study her.
We all tried to convince her to take back the role as a hero, but declined time and time again. She asked us to her give a valid reason why she should put on her cape again, but none of us could think of an answer. Why must she be so challenging? And stubborn? Definitely runs in her family. The last person who has still yet to talk to her is Leo.
"Hi Maya!" A voice behind me greeted. I turned around, speak of the devil, it was Kendrix' older sister Eliza.
"Nice to see you Eliza! How's things? How's Kendrix?",
"I don't know what to do anymore? She is being so stubborn! Crime is out of control, alien attacks are on the rise now Supergirl is gone.",
"Hm. You did tell me Kendrix is having a bit of an… identity crisis?" It came out more as a question than statement, but I'm still to figure out these otherworldly terms. Eliza nodded.
"She keeps saying to me that her and Supergirl are different. Take it like this, right now, she's being Kendrix Morgan, my sister. When she changes, she is Supergirl and the identity of Supergirl is not Kendrix Morgan, it's Kendrix Jor-El.",
"She's trying to be somewhat human. I understand, but they are all one and the same." I replied,
"She'll learn that in time." Then her cell phone rang. After a few seconds, she put it away.
"Trouble?",
"I'm on crowd control. There's a bomb!" My eyes widened as Elizabeth ran. What if they can't deactivate it in time!? We need Supergirl!
(Scene Kendrix' and Elizabeth's Apartment, Terra Venture City, Mirinoi/Kendrix' POV)
I was on the couch reading my book. The TV was on, what a waste electricity. I was somewhat enjoying my life, not being Supergirl but… am I being selfish? Am I just afraid? Scared of myself? That was when the Breaking News came on. I put the book down and watched.
"As we speak, the Bomb Disposal Unit are inside right now in a branch of Lord Tech Industries. The team inside are currently trying to deactivate the bomb." The team are taking longer than usual. I stood up and opened the 'Supergirl Window'. I pulled down my lead framed glasses and focused. Activating my Telescopic and X-ray Vision. I saw the BDU trying to deactivate the bomb, but it looks highly advanced, too advanced for their primitive knowledge. That's alien technology! No wonder they're taking forever! I saw the time: they have four minutes. They won't deactivate it time!
I paused for a moment, I'll have to go down there as Supergirl. I'm hated though, all security personnel have a clip of Kryptonite bullets on them. Red K is no longer there to make me immune, as much as I don't want to come into contact with it ever again. Maybe… maybe this is a sign for redemption. No one has seen Supergirl for two weeks. I took a deep breath, I have one chance. I won't get another. I leaped off the edge, taking off my clothes revealing my armour in its full glory. Hovering for a moment, I sped off to the scene.
(Scene: Bomb Scene, Lord Tech Industry, Terra Venture City, Mirinoi/Kendrix' POV)
I landed in front of the entrance, on sight, just as I feared, security forces all drew their guns, switching to Kryptonite rounds. Some of them were shaking, others kept a straight face, all determined to put me down. Then, my sister Eliza stepped in.
"Please! Don't do this!" She begged, "Supergirl is doing this to redeem herself! This is the first time in two weeks that she has appeared! Let her help!" There was a murmur in the crowd. Come on! Time is running out! Finally, they let me in. I rushed inside, finding the team. They were surprised to see me.
"Supergirl! What are you…",
"Give me the bomb! You can't deactivate it. It's alien technology.",
"That explains why everything looked foreign on the inside!" One of them exclaimed,
"We don't know the damage it could cause, but just give it to me. I'll get it far from here." I took the bomb off them. I was prepared to take off when one them quickly said,
"Thank you Supergirl. It's good to see you again." I then sped off.
I flew out of the building, people gasped at the sight. There's no large body of water to drop it in. I looked at the timer: one minute. Which way now? Up! I darted upwards, speeding up my ascent. I knew I was reaching Mach 2? Maybe Mach 2.3? Whatever it was, the further away it is from populated areas, the better. I heard Eliza's voice.
"Supergirl! You're running out of time! Throw it now!",
"I can't! Not yet!" I shouted, ten seconds on the timer. Nine… eight… seven… a little higher. Six… five… four… higher!
"Throw it!" Eliza screeched. Two… one… I tossed it with all the strength I had. The bomb exploded, but I was too close to the flames and the shockwave. The heat was intense, the force knocked the wind out of me. Then darkness.
(Elizabeth's POV)
We all the bomb exploded in the air, everyone was safe and clapping. Supergirl has just saved us all. Something was wrong though, my sister wasn't flying down to us, she was… falling! Her descent was speeding up considerably, oh no! The force of the bomb knocked her out! Her figure became clearer, not good! Not good! My sister crash landed into the green, no doubt making a crater. I sprinted to where she fell, I was worried, what if that blast killed my sister!?
I took no notice to the crowd behind me, security followed, trying to keep the crowd back. I reached the area. My heart just stopped when I saw her. She was just lying there, in a deep crater, her cape sprawled out in mess, there was soot from the flames of the blast here and there. Her suit and cloak were a little charred.
I slid down the side of the crater to reach my sister. I could hear people taking pictures and recording the scene. Then, I was met by another person, it was Leo. He must've came from the other end. I placed two fingers on my sister's neck, knowing damn well, she was unconscious. I sharply inhaled with relief as a felt a pulse beneath my fingers.
"She's alive." I mouthed to Leo. I smiled, knowing the one he loves is OK. Hm… maybe this is the best time to set them up? Leo stood up and so did I. We distributed Kendrix' between us so we could climb out of the crater. Once we reached the top, I had to let go. My shoulder was burning. Seriously! How is my sister that heavy!? Well of course, she's mostly all muscle. Leo decided to carry kendrix, so he held her bridal style.
The crowd tried to rush forward, but security were doing their job pretty well, so they managed to get the crowd to diverge and create a clear path for us. Photographers flashed cameras at us left and right. Kendrix needed to recharge in the Medical Bay, inside the Astro Megaship. The hospitals aren't equipped to treat a Kryptonian. They don't have the equipment, unless they have medical tools infused with weak concentrations of Green K.
People were clapping, mainly at my sister, even though she's unconscious. Supergirl has just saved the city from a devastating alien bomb, that could destroy half the city. My sister was ready to give up her life for the people here, which is why I wish she was conscious. Just to see this, she doesn't realise she has gained the city's trust once again. That was a close call. I thought lost her again.
Courtesy of my boyfriend, Mike, he managed to get a jeep we can use and keep. At the end, he was waiting for us. Mike stepped out and opened the door for us. I sat in the back, putting my seatbelt on. Supergirl was laid out, strapped in, her head leaning on my legs as a cushion. Leo got into the front seat with Mike. He knew where to go and sped off down the road.
Well done baby sis. I couldn't be more proud of you. This little setback in her superhero career, was what she needed to come out stronger in the end. To become a better hero for tomorrow.
Four Hours Later…
(Scene: Medical Bay, Astro Megaship, Terra Venture City, Mirinoi/Kendrix' POV)
I opened my eyes, squinting slightly after being met by harsh light. My vision cleared, I found myself back in the Medical Bay. This is becoming a habit. I was on the Solar Bed. What happened? Oh my Rao! The bomb! I heard the door open, turning my head to Eliza and the others. I smiled slightly, happy to see them.
"Hey guys." I greeted. Feeling well recharged, Alpha let me out off of the bed. I pulled myself up and stood up straight to stretch. How long was I under it? Eliza on the other hand, didn't seem impressed. Three… two… one… I counted in my head.
"KENDRIX ZOR-El MORGAN!" She literally screamed. Everyone covered their ears, but handled it a little bit better than me. I cringed, while covering my ears, damn the one disadvantage of Super Hearing. But I knew I was in deep trouble, whenever Eliza uses my full name and full name equals my Kryptonian and adoptive surname combined.
"Nice to meet you too big sis." I replied timidly, giving my innocent face.
"Don't play innocent with me! You're in fucking deep shit!" Oh she's mad alright, worse when she swears. Which is very rare. "Do you realise you nearly died!?",
"It only knocked me unconscious!" I countered, only to be death glared. "Alright, it may have given me a slight concussion but I'm still here!" Eliza said no more and rushed over to crush me in a hug, which I embraced. We both did.
"I'm just so afraid of losing you. You're not invincible to everything.",
"I may be not, but I'm too stubborn to be put down. It will take more than a bomb or Kryptonite to kill me." I told her. I do not go down without a fight and I will die fighting to protect the ones I love and cherish.
We let go after a few minutes. Alpha ran a couple of more tests to see if I'm actually fine. I passed the tests, Eliza gave me my civilian clothes, my favourite pair of jeans, yellow shirt and red hoodie. As we exited the Astro Megaship, Eliza and Maya were giving each other smug smiles. I didn't really pay attention to it. As everyone else was getting into the jeep, Leo and I were about to step in until my sister and close friend stopped us.
"Oh no! You two are walking home!" Eliza said to us sternly,
"What! But it'll be dark soon!" Leo complained,
"Kendrix has better eyesight than you Leo. Anyways, there's romantic tension that needs to be eased. Behave yourselves! Have fun!" Maya laughed. Mike hit the throttle and drove off, leaving myself and Leo a but dumbfounded.
"Do you have any idea what they were talking about?" I crossed my arms and smiled, not my normal one. It's a smile I give when I have a great idea. I looked at Leo.
"There are days I want to toss my sister into space." Leo looked like he was about crack into a fit of laughter. "I dream about it." And I took pride in it. Leo's smile faltered slightly, knowing I can breathe in space, where no one else in the world can. I switched into my Supergirl suit.
"What are you doing?" Leo asked me,
"You really think we're going to walk all the way back? Oh no! We can fly back to Terra Venture City.",
"Keni, are you sure? You just regained consciousness, that bomb knocked the daylights out of you!" The young man argued,
"I'll be fine. Grab onto me and hang on." I sighed. Leo took my hand, the same way Eliza did when I took we on a flight trip. We were only kids then. Leo gave the nod he was ready and so, I bent my knees to give me a boost, both of us shooting up into the cool air.
The air around us whipped my hair and cape. It grazed Leo's soft, brown short cut hair. His eyes were lighting up, sparkling like a star. I knew he was enjoying this. He actually began to laugh.
"No wonder you love to fly! It's a different world up here!",
"Yeah. You also feel free. No one to dictate you, shout at you. It's heaven." We stayed silent for a moment, enjoying the view. Soon, the skyscraper lights came into our line of sight. We're approaching the city. I'm sure we beat Mike and the others here, unless… they're up to something. I decided not dwell on it.
"Leo, you want hang out at my place. You know, the apartment I share with Eliza?",
"Sure. If it's not a problem with you.",
"It's not a problem." I chuckled nervously, "Perhaps you and I can have a proper catch up.",
"Sounds good to me." Agreed Leo,
"Hang on tight. I'm going to break the sound barrier.",
"The sound what-" I darted forward, giving Leo no time to figure out what a sound barrier is. Well, my action told so, as I felt his strong arms dig into me.
Ten Minutes Later…
(Scene Kendrix' and Elizabeth's Apartment, Terra Venture City, Mirinoi/Kendrix' POV)
Leo and I landed into the apartment via the 'Supergirl Window'. Leo let go, but his legs were a little bit shaky. He stumbled, before regaining his balance. Once he could feel his legs again, Leo just plonked himself on the couch. I quickly left to change, using my Super Speed. In seconds, I was back and sitting on the couch next to Leo.
"Leo, about the incident with the Red K, I'm sorry for what I did to you.",
"Keni, it's not your fault! You lost all your inhibitations! You weren't in your right state of mind. Although, I did kind of like bad girl Kendrix." He teased. I gave him pout.
"It's not funny Leo! You're lucky I didn't break your back!",
"Seriously Kendrix, it's not your fault. If there's anything to blame, it's the Red Kryptonite.",
"I still hurt you. It was my mind, my actions." I said gloomily. Leo turned to me, giving me a cheeky grin.
"Want to order pizza?" My face instantly lit up.
"Yes! Extra large, double pepperoni.",
"Should I order one?" I stared at Leo sheepishly, nervously rubbing the sleeve of my shirt.
"You may want to make that two.",
"Please tell me you're joking.",
"Leo, I'm an alien. I have a really fast metabolism." I explained,
"That explains how you're able to finish left-overs.",
"Yup." I said, popping the p. Leo got up from the couch to get the phone and dialled the number for Comet's Pizzeria. Two minutes, the order was through and will be delivered in twenty minutes. The former Red Galaxy Ranger sat back down.
"Would you like to watch TV when food comes? You have Netflix right?",
"Yeah. I use Eliza's account. What do you have in mind?",
"'Homeland'?" He suggested,
"Oh no! I'm not getting into Kara's programme. 'House of Cards'?",
"Too political for me. Storyline too complicated." I sighed. Leo gave another suggestion. "How about 'Jessica Jones'?",
"I don't like Marvel.",
"You're such a loser." He moaned and I whacked him on the shoulder, a tad bit hard. Leo winced at the pain I inflicted. Then I thought of something.
"What about 'Game of Thrones'?" The young man, who I think acts like a puppy sometimes, nodded eagerly. Guess that settles it.
"Eliza and I are on Season Three. If you haven't watched it, I don't mind a recap on Season One.",
"Actually, I'm Season Three as well, just lost count on what episode I'm on." The doorbell rang. Pizza is finally here. Leo answered the door, payed the delivery guy and then shut the door behind him using his leg. He placed the pizzas on the coffee table, also, grabbing some drinks. He poured a glass of water for the both of us.
I was busy setting up Netflix on the TV, then searching for Game of Thrones. Once I found it, Leo agreed that we go from Season Three - Episode 5. There's ten episodes a season, so I'm guessing Leo is halfway through also. I pressed play on the remote, the programme played and we choked down on some pepperoni pizza.
Five Hours Later…
Leo was stuffed from the pizza, we finished Season Three of Game of Thrones. I don't think Eliza will be happy about that. Oh well, her loss, she can catch up herself. I began finishing left-over pizza slices as Leo watched in amazement. The advantages of increased metabolism. Feeding me, is like feeding a horse, same goes for Kara and Kal-El.
"Kendrix?" Leo called out,
"Hm?" I, for some weird reason, found myself leaning my head on Leo's muscular, well toned shoulder. Stop thinking that Kendrix! Great! Now I'm mentally scolding myself.
"I love you Kendrix, I always have. I don't mind waiting for you.",
"Leo, I love you too. The reason why I turned you down, was not only for your safety, but I was scared. I was afraid you wouldn't see me for who I really am. Every worse case scenario played in my head." Leo was looking intensely at me, as I explained my issue about falling in love with him. "I feared, if I told my future boyfriend the truth, he'd be some stuck-up, arrogant eejit, yelling "I'm dating Supergirl!", not me. Not Kendrix Morgan.",
"I'm not that kind of guy. I will keep your identity safe and a secret. Plus, I am in love with you. Not because you're Supergirl, but you are the type of girl I dreamed of. You can't separate yourself from your alter ego since she is a part of you. It is you, I love." I could feel Leo moving in closer. I felt the warmth from his body, his calm and steady breaths… his heartbeat. It was soothing, so therapeutic, it slowed my pulse a little bit.
"Leo, kiss me." I said. Without another word, Leo and I leaned in, closing our eyes and our lips met. The kiss was passionate, genuine. I felt a spark between us. We were meant to be, why did I run from it? After a full two minutes, we broke away for air. My heart rate increased, I could hear Leo's heart beating fast. Rao! We even started locking hands, though, I was careful not to crush Leo's hand. I smiled like I never did before, for once in my life, my whole reason for living makes sense.
"Does this mean we're together?" Leo questioned teasingly,
"Yes. It does." And we kissed again. I am not alone anymore, not only I have my friends, my sister Elizabeth, I have Leo, who is now my boyfriend. A boyfriend who sees me for who I really am, not the woman wearing a red cape. Also, I have Terra Venture City's trust again. I'm back to being the city's Guardian Angel. I no longer feel conflicted of who I really am. Leo helped me see that. My name is Kendrix Jor-El Morgan and I am Supergirl!
Fin.
And at long last, Kendrix/Supergirl is together with Leo, after that little heartbreak in the last story. Hope you guys enjoyed it! I would appreciate constructive criticism. What other way can I improve my skills without some critical advice. That's all for now! This story is officially finished.