Oliver was currently preparing to address the press in front of city hall as he prayed that for once, everyone would go according to plan.
"Ladies and gentlemen of the press, I have called this meeting to inform the world of a fact that I was made aware of last night. Something that I believe could give this city a much needed dose brightness, especially in these dark times." Oliver said.
"Mr. Queen, what could you have to tell us?" One of the reporters asked.
"Last night I was made aware that events that happened the night of the death of assistant District Attorney Laurel Lance were not what they seemed. Everyone, myself included believed that Ms. Lance had been killed by Damien Darhk the night he escaped from prison, but apparently that was not the case. Due to both her father's previous dealings and later betrayal of Mr. Darhk and the fact that Ms. Lance was in fact the leading prosecutor at Mr. Darhk's trial, Laurel Lance was placed into the witness protection program and was forced to fake her death in order to protect her from Mr. Darhk coming after her again." Oliver said.
"How do we know that you're telling us the truth?" The same reporter from before asked.
"Why don't you ask Ms. Lance herself?" Oliver asked as Laurel came out from inside city hall and the crowd immediately erupted into cheers.
"Calm down all of you. Ms. Lance is prepared to explain everything if you'll allow her to speak." Oliver said as he moved to the side and let Laurel take his place at the podium.
"Thank you Oliver. Now, as I'm sure many of you are wondering, where have I been and why did Oliver tell you all I was the Black Canary. For the past year, I have been in hiding in Gotham, working under a fake name as yoga teacher. The reason why I was gone for so long is that the FBI received word that while Darhk was dead, he still had resources out there that would no doubt continue hunting for me if they knew I was alive, so in order to keep both myself and my family safe, I was forced to continue living my life as someone else. But then earlier this week I received a visit from the agent who was charged with keeping me safe and he said that I could finally go home, so here I am." Laurel said.
"Ms. Lance, are you really the Black Canary?" another reporter asked.
Laurel smiled and said "No, I am not the Black Canary. The only reason I told Oliver that I was the Black Canary was to help sell the idea that I was dead and since the Black Canary had also died trying to stop Damien Darhk from escaping that night, it made sense to tell him that I was her. I am no superhero. I am just a lawyer who wants to get back to her job."
The press continued to pester her with questions, Quentin whispered into Oliver's ear "Real smooth cover story, but what happens if someone tries to fact check it?"
"Lyla had Argus handle that. The situation is under control. Just relax and enjoy what's happened." Oliver whispered back.
"I've got no problems with that." Quentin said as Laurel finally finished addressing the press.
"I think that's the last press release I want to do for awhile." Laurel said.
"Than I guess you don't want to attend your own swearing in ceremony." Oliver said with a smile.
"What are you talking about?" Laurel asked.
"Well, I find myself needing a new DA and since you were recommended for the position under Ruve Darhk and I know you better than anyone, I want it to be you." Oliver said.
"Yes. I would love to be your new DA." Laurel said.
Oliver smiled as he wrapped his arm around her before saying "I hope you're not tired of being around people, because I think you know we have to have a party now."
"A party, why?" Laurel asked.
"You come back to life, you get a party, it's kind of a Queen family tradition." Oliver said.
Laurel smiled and said "I'd love to, but I really don't have anything to wear. I believe all my clothes were repossessed after I died."
"I'll ask Thea to take you shopping." Oliver said.
"You are the best. Where's the party going to be at?" Laurel asked.
"My loft. Tonight at 8, tell me who you want there and I'll make sure they're there." Oliver said
"Deal." Laurel agreed with a smile as she and Oliver got into the limo with Quentin.