Lois leaned over the table and scrutinized Diana's face.

"What?" asked the Amazon.

"I am trying to figure out if you really believe what you are telling me."

"I do Lois. It isn't what you think."

"I should hope not."

Diana sighed, "I can't ignore what is happening in Kasnia. I would have the same consideration if it were any other country."

"I wouldn't expect you to ignore it, but I think your position of getting involved at this juncture WOULD be different if Audrey wasn't involved."

"Shayera said the same thing."

"Shayera is smart. Diana, I know you are about to meet in this room with the founders of the League and make the appeal to lend assistance, but you and I both know that the vote will not go in your favor."

"I know, but I have to try. Kasnia needs help."

"Audrey needs help."

Diana sat back frustrated. "Lois, yes, Audrey needs help. She needs help protecting her country from a group that is amounting to nothing more than terrorists. The civilian casualties are mounting. The Kasnian army is spread thin. I know Audrey will make the appeal to the UN to get us involved. But that will take time, and I don't think the citizens of Kasnia have that luxury."

"Again, though, would you be doing this if it was China, or Russia, or any other country your ex-girlfriend wasn't ruling? Because if you are totally honest with yourself, I do not think that you would. You are letting feelings dictate what you are doing, and that is dangerous territory. What does Shayera say?"

"She's a bit pissed off with me right now. She said the same things that you have. But I don't love Audrey anymore. There can be no doubt that I love Shayera and am completely committed to her. But it is not fair to ask me to ignore this. "

"So, if the League votes no on interference? What will you do then?"

"I don't know. I do not want to turn my back on the League. They are my family, and at the core of my ideals. But how can I stand by if there is meta-human involvement?"

"The reports on that are not conclusive yet Diana."

"There can be no other plausible explanation. And the League knows, as does the world, that Vandal Savage was working on the project. And while he was close, he hadn't pieced everything together when we dealt with him."

"Diana, if you go, what will Shayera do?"

"She says that she will ultimately support whatever decision I make, but she is not happy about the Audrey factor."

"Can you blame her?"

"Relationships are built on trust. I have offered up my immortality for her, and she needs to trust that I am hers. "

"Diana, we are friends, and in fact you are my best friend…"

"I feel the same way. Dinah and Helena are great, but I know that their loyalties lay with Shayera ultimately. This is why I wanted to talk to you about this."

Lois nodded. "Then I am going to be blunt with you."

Diana smirked even though her mood was not jovial. "I expect no less."

"If you go against the League and lend your assistance in spite of the vote I want you to understand what it may cost you. The League will be forced to react publicly and that will not bode well for you. Also, given how Shayera feels, you better stop and consider that you may be making a decision that will cost you her as well. And I know that is not what you want."

"I know Lois, but how can I ignore all of this? I can't. Audrey needs help. I am in a position to give it to her. "

"Ask yourself something. How would you feel if the tables were turned and Shayera was preparing to make the same decision to help John?"

Diana gritted her teeth, but said nothing.

Lois continued, "I know you. You would be furious. You would tell Shayera to wait for the proof that a meta-human was involved. You don't to get to have a double standard Diana. So make sure you are clear on that point. If you go to Audrey's aide against League wishes, you may be standing alone. Is she worth that risk? Because I am telling you that unless something more comes to light this will be viewed as acting on her behalf only. You will do damage to your standing in the League, and probably irreparable damage to your relationship with Shayera. Diana, think about this more. Do not make a hasty decision for the wrong reasons."

Diana slammed her fist down on the table. "Why is this so hard for everyone to understand?"

Lois raised her voice, "Because you are not being totally honest with your reasons for interfering! Diana, I know you are smart. But going against the League will likely get you booted. And doing this for Audrey will create a massive rift between you and Shayera. Understand that this may cost you everything. And for what? A woman who broke your heart. A woman who let you go, and married someone else. Get a grip on your feelings!"

"Dammit Lois! I am not in love with Audrey."

"You were. And I think that while you are not in love with her, you are still harboring feelings. And acting on those is going to destroy what you have built in these last three years. " Lois softened her tone, "Diana, I love you. And regardless of what you decide, I am still going to support you. But decide your actions based on what you know, not what you feel."

"This coming from the woman who ignores sensibilities on a daily basis and goes with her gut?"

"Look where that lands me half the time...in some seriously deep shit."

"Lois, if the time ever came, and you needed me, I would tell the League to go to hell."

"But would you tell Shayera the same thing? Cause that is what you will be doing…"

"I…" Diana never finished the sentence. She simply sat back in her seat and closed her eyes.

"Diana, please, if the League votes no, do not react hastily. Talk to Shayera again away from the group, and make your decision with her."

"My mind is made up. I will help Audrey with or without the League."

"Then you better convince Shayera your actions are not being dictated by anything other than reason. You married her. You tell me you love her, and I believe you. But your reasons for going to Audrey's side better sit well with her, otherwise you will have thrown away something special. And THAT you will regret."

"Shayera is everything. I promise to talk to her after this meeting. I will try and make her understand why I feel this way."

Lois sighed. "Well, when that happens, call me. I will need to know if I need to put a bigger couch in my living room for you to sleep on."

A/N: Diana is bound and determined to go...what do you think? Lois was the voice of reason, but apparently Diana has her own reasons...For anonymous...you are a clever bugger...I did not say whether or not Audrey knew about Diana/Shayera. And that was intentional. But, I threw a small hint for you in the next chapter...maybe more than one...:) And as for what Diana will think about Audrey's little arrangement...(evil laughing) I have not even told you what it all entails...and thus the plot will thicken even further. And it won't be just what Diana thinks, lest we forget Shayera will most definitely have an opinion as well. Thanks for the reviews...and to those of you who have become new friends.