This chapter will borrow the romantic subplot from Flash 1x15.

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Barry and Linda agreed to go on a double date with Iris and Eddie at Silverstone's bowling alley.

That bowling alley was the birth place of Barry and Iris' friendship. They met at that place when they were 8. They bonded over their love of bowling and became friends immediately after playing with each other. Ever since, Barry and Iris always find time to go to the bowling alley.

"I never figured you as someone who likes to bowl," said Linda to Barry.

"This is one of my favorite places in the world," said Barry. "And I was hoping it would be one of yours after today."

"Well, there's wishful thinking," replied Linda.

Barry and Linda share a kiss. They then saw Iris and Eddie walk in.

"Hey, guys," greeted Iris.

"Hey," greeted Barry and Linda at the same time.

"So, you guys ready?" asked Barry.

"You know I am," said Iris, excited.

"Not that excited, Eddie?" asked Barry, noticing Eddie's lack of enthusiasm.

"It's my first time, actually," said Eddie. "But I'm sure it'll be fun."

And so, they began. Iris goes first. She gets a spare in the first round and celebrates.

"You never told me you were such a big fan of bowling," said Eddie.

"Sure, I have. This is one of my favorite places in the world," said Iris.

Linda looked at Iris when she noticed how familiar those words sounded. Those were the exact same words that Barry said. It got her thinking about something.

It was Barry's turn. He got a strike.

"Nice work, Allen," complimented Linda.

"Hey, maybe you can write this on the school paper. Everyone's gonna love this place," suggested Barry.

"I'm still wondering on whether or not bowling is an actual sport," said Linda.

"I wonder the same thing," said Eddie.

"Well, sport or hobby, I am still better than you," said Iris to Barry, bragging about her skills.

Barry was eating some nachos. Iris wiped the cheese on the side of his lip. The two smiled at each other. Linda noticed something about this, and so did Eddie.

"So, uh, did you guys hear the news? The Flash saved the mayor from being kidnapped," said Eddie, trying to escape the awkwardness.

"And now, the Flash has the mayor's full support," added Linda.

"It's really nice that there are those out there who want to protect our city," said Iris.

"Don't forget Supergirl," said Barry.

"Did you guys hear the rumors? They say Flash and Supergirl might be secretly in love," said Linda.

"Well, it's just a rumor," said Barry, trying to hide how embarrassed he is at hearing that.

"Yeah, but it's a nice thought. They do make each other really happy," said Iris.

Barry smiled a bit, since that part was true.

"Hey, Iris, has the CCPD figured out who Supergirl is?" asked Eddie.

"No, why?" replied Iris.

"Well, she doesn't wear a mask for starters, and since she's protecting Silverstone City, it's clear that she lives here," said Eddie.

"Look at you. Talking like a police detective," said Iris with a smile.

Eddie smiled back.

"Personally, I think it's better that no one knows who the Flash and Supergirl are. I know you're a stickler for the rules, Eddie, but those two break the rules to save lives," said Iris. "And that's good enough for me and the people of this city."

"I'm just wondering why no one's figured it out, that's all," said Eddie.

"I wonder the same thing," said Linda. "I mean she looks just as young as we are. You don't suppose she goes to school with us?"

The four look at each other before breaking into laughter, thinking it was probably a crazy theory.

Meanwhile, at S.T.A.R. Labs, Caitlin was doing her homework in the cortex.

"You know you have a home, right?" questioned Wells, who just arrived. "You don't have to stay here every night."

"You know how things are between me and my mother," said Caitlin. "Being here helps me calm down."

"You know, you can't hate your mother forever," said Wells.

"I don't hate her. I just... she hasn't been the same since dad died," said Caitlin.

"Grief can certainly change you, as we both know," said Wells.

"I'm sorry," apologized Caitlin.

"Don't be," said Wells. "You know, I recommend seeing the school counselor..."

"Let me stop you right there," interrupted Caitlin. "I know I've been different since Ronnie died, but I'm fine."

"A big brain isn't enough for you to live in this world, Caitlin. You need a big heart as well," said Wells. "Tess taught me that."

"She sounds like a lovely lady," said Caitlin.

"She was," said Wells.

Wells looked at the computer and saw an article of the Flash.

"How are you and Mr. Allen, by the way?" asked Wells.

"He's... still trying to be friends with me," answered Caitlin.

"And you're not letting him?" questioned Wells.

Caitlin didn't answer. She knew that Wells knows the answer.

"Caitlin, I understand that you're hurting, but you can't let your grief allow you to distance yourself from everyone," said Wells. He leaves the cortex but not before saying, "Give Barry a chance."

When Wells was out of sight, Caitlin looks at her hand. It was releasing cold smoke again. When she touched the table with her finger, the spot she touched turned to ice.

Two days later, it was time to go back to school, Wally West was skateboarding to school, as he does all the time since he was 10. Just when he thought his ride to school would be smooth sailing, another skateboard zips past him like a bolt of lightning, causing him to lose his balance and almost fall off.

"Oh, you want a race, okay," said Wally, challenging the skateboarder.

Wally and the female skateboarder cruised around civilians and jumped over obstacles until they were almost at school. Wally and the skateboarder were neck and neck, until the girl adds more speed and make it to the school doors two seconds faster than Wally.

"In your face!" mocked the girl.

"Trust me. I was goin' easy on you," said Wally. "But damn, you are fast."

"I prefer the term 'quick'," said the girl. "Name's Jesse. Jesse Wells."

Jesse extends her hand forward. Wally takes it and they shake hands.

"As in daughter of Harrison Wells?" asked Wally.

"The one and only," said Jesse. "My mom called me Jesse Quick."

"Why?" asked Wally.

"You're looking at the girl who holds the world record for the fastest speed on baby's first steps," replied Jesse.

"Is that true?" questioned Wally, raising an eyebrow.

"Maybe, maybe not, but mom couldn't resist when she saw how 'quick' I was," said Jesse. "I still have the video. I can show it to you."

"Maybe another time," said Wally.

"I never got your name," said Jesse.

"Wally. Wally West," said Wally. "In case you're gonna ask, yes, I am the son of Detective Joe West."

"I met your sister, Iris. How come she never mentioned you?" asked Jesse.

"It's a long story," said Wally.

Jesse puts her arm around Wally's and says, "I got time."

Wally and Jesse walked into the school as Wally tells Jesse his story.

Meanwhile, on the other side of the school, Eddie was fixing his things in the locker until he saw Iris come his way.

"Hey," she greeted. "You owe me an explanation."

"For?" asked Eddie.

"Yesterday, I called your three times and you didn't answer. I texted you nine times and you didn't respond," said Iris. "Well, Eddie? What?"

Eddie decided to tell her the truth. "I didn't like the way I felt watching you and Barry at the bowling alley."

"Eddie, Barry, he's just like family," said Iris. "We have a lot of history together."

"I know and I get that, but..." Eddie paused for a moment. "I don't like feeling like the odd man out every time you and Barry are together."

"Eddie, Barry is always going to be a part of my life," said Iris.

"I understand," replied Eddie. "But I saw the way you looked at him. Something tells me it's more than just platonic. Whatever it is, I'm not okay with it."

Eddie walks away, leaving Iris to think about what he said.

Later, Iris heads to the school paper room, where Linda was.

"Hey, Linda," greeted Iris.

Linda didn't respond or look at her.

"Is something wrong?" asked Iris.

Linda looks at Iris and asks, "How long?"

"How long, what?" asked Iris, confused.

"You really want me to say it?" asked Linda.

"Yes, because I don't know what you're saying," said Iris.

Linda completes her question. "How long have you had feelings for Barry?"

"Wait, what?" asked a confused Iris.

"Oh, I get it. It's one of those 'blissfully unaware' kind of things," said Linda.

"What makes you think I have feelings for Barry?" asked Iris.

"Two days ago at the bowling alley, I saw the way you look at him," said Linda. "I saw the way he looks at you. I can tell he has feelings for you."

"And even this was all true, why the harsh tone?" asked Iris.

"Because I feel like the girl who's getting in the way of both of you," said Linda. "You and Barry have quite a history and if you two have been in love for that long, then what am I doing dating Barry."

"Have you talked to Barry about this?" asked Iris.

"No, I haven't," answered Linda.

"Linda, Barry is like a brother to me. Having feelings for him would be, well, weird," said Iris.

"You know he's not legally your brother. He just lives with you," pointed out Linda.

"I talked to Eddie," said Iris. "He's thinking the same thing you are."

"Look, Iris, I have no hard feelings against you. It's just..." Linda paused, shaking her head for no reason. "There's a saying in the newspaper business. 'It's what isn't said that's the real story.'"

Linda continues working on the paper. Once again, Iris feels like she's on an island, where she can only think.

Flash and Supergirl MIGHT like each other. Barry likes Iris. Iris "might" like Barry. I know it's complicated, but that's part of a story at times.