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Chapter 8: The Interview (Take 2)

Kara arrived at L-Corp on time the next morning. The new makeup artist, Ashley, was much kinder than her predecessor, and seemed at ease as she worked on the hero. Kara didn't miss the way she kept glancing at Cat when the CEO wasn't looking. Her heart swelled at the sight. Part of her was jealous; but the hope that Cat would notice her new admirer and find happiness was greater than her selfish thoughts.

The question and answer session was easier that time around. Cat asked about their collaborations, and about Lena's involvement in the arrest of her own mother, and the two younger women answered without hesitation. Once all Cat's questions were answered, it was time for the photo session.

Kara was nervous. She would never get used to being in the spotlight. Talking to people was one thing; she didn't have to worry about her appearance. Pictures of her in the field didn't stress her out, either, since she usually didn't know when they were taken and therefore didn't feel the need to pose. But knowing one of these pictures would be on the cover of the CatCo magazine… That was a different story.

As James set up his equipment, Lena placed a hand reassuringly on Supergirl's shoulder. "It's going to be fine," she told the blonde.

"I hope so," Kara replied. "Please tell me if I make a fool of myself, or if you think anything we do will make you look bad." Watching as James fiddled with his camera, she added quietly, "Though I doubt you could ever look bad."

Lena was taken aback by the compliment. Smiling, she replied, "Neither could you, even if you tried."

Before Kara could think of a response, James was moving them into position.

The first picture was a classic back-to-back pose on the balcony, with the city in the background. The second was of them in Lena's office, talking over the CEO's office as they had done so many times before. Then James instructed Kara to move around the desk and stand behind Lena. When he told them to pretend to work, Kara was unsure of what exactly he wanted.

Sensing Supergirl's discomfort, Lena picked up a paper, nodding silently to James before turning her attention to the item in her hand. "What do you think of this, Kara?"

As the blonde leaned over the CEO's shoulder to examine the document, James snapped a few pictures.

"That's a takeout menu!" Kara exclaimed, laughing as she realized what Lena had been doing.

"Well, I picked up the first thing my hand touched," Lena laughed back. "And it worked!"

After that, James proceeded to take pictures of each woman individually. Lena stood nearby while Supergirl posed, offering her silent support in case the blonde started feeling self-conscious again.

The next picture was of Lena leaning against her desk as she read a CatCo magazine with Supergirl on the cover, while Supergirl stood nearby, reading an L-Corp document.

When the shoot was finally over, Kara headed out to the balcony for some fresh air. Lena, who was talking with Cat, watched her go.

The hero came back inside a few minutes later, as Cat was packing up to leave.

"That was great," the CatCo CEO told her, smiling as she picked up her purse. "I'm sure I have everything I need to write the article, so I'm heading back to CatCo to get started."

"I'll join you later," Kara told her, before walking her former boss to the door.

Once Cat had gone, Supergirl headed over to Lena's desk, where the CEO was perusing the menu she'd shown Kara during the photoshoot.

The brunette looked up as she approached, smiling. "I'm thinking of ordering takeout," she announced. "Care to join me for lunch?"

"Sure," Kara accepted the invitation. "I'm going to run home and change, but I'll be back in a few minutes."

"Great!"

A huge smile on her face, Supergirl headed out the door and launched herself off the balcony. Lena watched her disappear into the distance, before turning back to her work.

She nearly jumped out of her skin when she realized James was still there, quietly gathering his equipment. "James! I thought you'd gone."

"I noticed," the photographer chuckled, before flashing a friendly smile. Picking up his bags, he headed for the door. "See you later, Lena."

Lena waved, before calling, "Thank you, James," after him.

Less than two minutes later, Kara came through the door, looking more like a normal person. She looked happy as she took a seat across from Lena, and the CEO couldn't help but smile at the blonde. They ordered their food, and a short while later it arrived. As they ate, they chatted like old friends.

After a bit, Lena broke the comfortable silence that had settled between them. "Kara, there's something I've been meaning to ask you, but…" She paused. "It's really none of my business."

"Okay," Kara shrugged. "Go ahead."

Lena swallowed, hoping she was not about to make things awkward between them. "Are you and James together?"

Kara shook her head. "No, we aren't. We had… something… a while back, but it didn't work out. It was complicated."

"Oh." A feeling of disappointment settled in Lena's gut. It sounded like Kara was single; but if she'd liked James, maybe that meant she was only interested in guys.

"Why do you ask?" Kara wondered. When Lena didn't reply, Kara reached across the desk to put her hand on the brunette's. "Tell me."

"I was kind of wondering if you would be interested in going on a date with me," Lena admitted, her gaze dropping as if she was certain the answer would be no. It was endearing, her sudden discomfort.

"I would," Kara told her. "You're amazing, Lena, and anyone would be a fool to turn you down."

Lena smiled, her confidence returning.

"So what did you have in mind for this date?" Kara asked, releasing the CEO's hand and leaning back in her chair.

"It's a surprise," the brunette replied, grinning widely. "If tomorrow evening works for you, I'll pick you up at eight."

"Perfect," Kara agreed, already looking forward to the next night. "I –"

Her phone buzzed, cutting her off. Giving Lena an apologetic glance, she pulled the phone from her pocket and read the new text from Alex.

Solid lead. Get here ASAP.

Saying a quick goodbye to Lena, Kara suited up and headed out the door. She reached the DEO in record time, and Alex briefed her.

A new warehouse, a new mission. But this time, Kara felt different. Something inside her told her this was the one.

Once the raid began, everything happened so fast. One second, it was all going well; and the next, Kara heard Alex cry out, and heard the familiar voice of Jeremiah shouting at them to get out.

Super speed wasn't enough to save her. Before she could understand what was happening, she was snagged by a Kryptonite net. She fell to the ground with a sickening thud, and within moments she was surrounded. Pain and fear overwhelmed her as her attackers beat her; thankfully, she soon lost consciousness.

As she drifted in the darkness, her mind wandered to Lena, and then to Alex, and finally to her lost planet.

Ok so thoughts? Chapter 9 and final will be up tomorrow as usual!