Hi everyone, I hope you enjoy the story so far.

This chapter is about overdue conversations, tell me what you think!

Kara's phone vibrated in her pocket, as a text from Alex came in.

Please rest.

Kara had spent most of the day tracking an alien criminal the NCPD had so far been unable to catch. It had been a difficult fight, as the alien was stronger than she'd been expecting; she'd ended up in the med bay at the DEO afterward, having to be patched up by Alex. Only once her sister was satisfied she would be okay was she released.

Hoping to catch up with Cat before heading home, she had called her boss. But Cat just told her to go home and rest, and that they would talk the next day. Her words confused Kara; it was very unlike Cat to let her skip work. She wondered if something was up, but dismissed the thought and listened to her advice instead.

Later that day, she found herself doing the same thing as the previous day: watching TV without really seeing it, her thoughts wandering. Alex had told her not to suit up tonight, insisting she had to rest after that morning's attack. So there she was, curled up under a blanket on the couch, resting.

A quiet knock sounded at the door, making her sit up too fast. Her ribs protested, and she let out a groan of pain in response. Standing carefully, she slipped her glasses on and went to the door, opening it without a thought. Only after she saw who it was did she realize she hadn't used her X-ray vision to check who was at her door first.

Lena Luthor stood a step away, a box of hot pizza held in her hands. Kara froze where she was, unsure how to respond to the surprise visit. Why was Lena Luthor at her door? Why the pizza? And when did Lena start eating pizza anyway? Had she changed her mind? No, she was overthinking it.

Shaking the thoughts away, Kara found her voice. "Lena? Hi."

"Hey, Kara," Lena replied quietly, her soft gaze seeming to search the blonde's.

Kara stepped back, letting her guest enter the apartment. "Is there something I can help you with?" she asked, her curiosity getting the better of her as the CEO stepped over the threshold.

"Not exactly." Lena looked almost nervous. "Can we sit?"

Kara quickly made room for them on the couch, and they took their seats.

The room was quiet for a long moment. Lena fidgeted, and then gestured to the box she brought. "Do you want some pizza? I didn't know what you liked, so I just guessed," she rambled. "I hope that's –"

"Lena," Kara interrupted her gently. "What's going on? Are you okay?" Suddenly alert that something might be wrong, she leaned a bit closer to Lena. The movement shifted her ribs, and the flash of pain made her groan.

Lena fixed her with a wide-eyed, concerned gaze. "Are you-? Did something happen, Kara? Are you hurt?" She looked almost panicked as she reached out a hand to touch the younger woman.

"I'm okay," Kara replied, wincing as she sat up straighter. There was no way she could tell Lena about the alien. "Alex and I did some sparring yesterday, and she hit me pretty hard in the ribs. Still a little sore, but I'll be good as new in a couple days."

Lena didn't look convinced, her brow furrowing worriedly.

Kara took her hand and reassured her, "I promise I'll be fine."

Seeming relieved by her words, Lena squeezed her hand. "I'm glad." Breaking eye contact, she said, "I actually came to apologize. I've been very cold to you lately. I… It was just so hard to know who I could trust. You tried to help, and I just shut you out. I regret that. I'm sorry."

Kara could see she was trying not to cry. The CEO was opening herself up to Kara, and was ready for – probably expecting – rejection, scorn, and anger. So her surprise was obvious when Kara hugged her instead. She took a shuddering breath, burying her face in Kara's neck, and hugged the blonde tighter – only to jump back when Kara squeaked in pain.

"I'm so sorry," Lena apologized. "I didn't mean to hurt you."

Kara waved her off, giving her a comforting smile. After a moment, she said, "You don't need to apologize, Lena. I don't know how I would react if something like that happened to me. I just didn't want you to be alone. It felt like there was nothing I could do to ease your pain; I wish I had been able to do something…" She paused. "I hope you can give me another chance to be your friend."

Lena smiled softly. "I think I'm the one who needs another chance."

"I'll give you another chance if you give me one."

A quiet chuckle escaped the Luthor. "Deal."

Feeling better, Kara stood up and headed to the kitchen to get plates. "So what kind of pizza did you get?"

Kara's phone buzzed, as another text from her boss came in.

Where are you?

Supergirl landed on the CatCo CEO's balcony exactly seven second later.

"What an entrance!" Cat called from inside, standing from her spot at her desk and coming to join the hero.

"Well, hello to you, too," Supergirl smiled in greeting. "Kara mentioned you needed to see me."

"Sure she did," Cat replied, turning to look for her former assistant. "Too bad she can't seem to be here on time."

Supergirl smirked a bit at her comment.

Cat shook her head. "Anyway, thank you for coming. I'll make this quick." When Supergirl didn't move, she continued. "It has to do with Lena Luthor."

Supergirl tensed up at that, keeping up appearances. Lena had made things right with Kara; but as far as anyone knew, she and Supergirl were still on the outs. "Oh," she said simply.

"She mentioned that you two were not on the best of terms these days," Cat explained. "But I know you. You have a big heart, and I can see you care for her."

Supergirl's gaze dropped to the floor. She didn't see the way Cat rolled her eyes at the Kara-like move, too busy staring at her feet.

"I know it's a lot to ask," the CEO told her. "But in order to make her feel better, and be better-liked by the public, I think it would be a good idea to do an interview with both of you."

Supergirl looked up. "You want us on CatCo's cover, don't you?"

Cat smiled. "Nothing gets past you."

Supergirl sighed, considering. "If I do this, I have a few conditions. First, I don't want the article to be about me. Focus on Lena. Second, know that I may have to leave in the middle of the interview if I am needed elsewhere. And last, if I think – even for a moment – the article is going to hurt Lena, I'm out. Are we clear?"

"Perfectly," Cat almost purred. "I'll make arrangements."

Kara appeared just moments after Supergirl left. She didn't miss the way Cat rolled her eyes as she appeared from her office, as if wondering where the reporter had been.

She spent most of the day in Cat's office, working with her to prepare the interview. Cat assured her "jerk guy" couldn't care less that she'd stolen his reporter. By the end of the workday, they had scheduled a time both Supergirl and Lena would be available, and Cat had decided on which questions to ask the iconic women.

After work, Kara decided to visit L-Corp as Supergirl, to make sure Lena was really okay with everything.

She saw the way Lena tensed as Supergirl landed on her balcony. The brunette stood and opened the glass door for the hero, and then crossed her arms over her chest. It seemed she was waiting for Supergirl to speak first.

"I just wanted to see if you're okay with that interview idea of Cat's."

Lena nodded slowly. "I don't really have a choice, if I want the Luthor name to be used as anything but an insult."

"We don't have to do it if you don't want to," Supergirl objected. "You're doing a great job trying to achieve that without Cat. I'm sure the people will soon realize you are good, and that the name is not evil."

"I wouldn't be so sure." Lena frowned. "I need the publicity. But… If you don't want to be seen with me, or have your name associated with a Luthor –"

"That's not what I meant," Supergirl interrupted her. "I'd be honored to share the cover with you. I know what it's like to be disappointed by your parents. And sometimes you need some time to find your path again. I don't want you to be pressured into this if you're not ready."

Lena met her gaze then, staring into the deep blue eyes of the Girl of Steel. Kara wasn't sure what she saw there; but whatever it was seemed to make her feel better.

"I would like to apologize to you, Supergirl," Lena's words were quiet, but clear. "I shouldn't have rejected you like I did. It wasn't fair to you. You tried to protect me, and I pushed you away. I'm sorry."

"You don't need to apologize," Supergirl replied, resisting the urge to reach out and touch her friend. "You were going through hell, and I was the one who told you the worst thing a girl can learn about her mother. Your anger was justified. I'm sorry for just showing up and trying to fix things before you'd had a chance to process it all." They shared a glance, and then Kara added, "I should have known better than that."

Lena stepped back into the office, and Supergirl followed. Taking a seat on her couch, Lena gestured for the hero to do the same. "How could you have known?" she wondered.

Kara told Lena about how her parents gave up the chance to save Krypton, about the recent Medusa problem, and about how her aunt tried to use Myriad on the people of Earth. She knew most of it was classified, but at the moment all that mattered to her was that Lena knew she was not alone in her pain.

It seemed to work. Lena relaxed, bit by bit, seeming to understand she had a friend in Supergirl.

After a while, Supergirl was called away. But even as they said goodbye, they both knew it wouldn't be for long. Knowing Cat Grant, they would soon be back in Lena's office, answering a multitude of questions for the hungry CatCo CEO.

What do you think ? Chapter 4 will be up tomorrow as usual!