Summary: After returning from Newfoundland, Lena must come to terms with the information about her bloodline and her best friend. SuperCorptober day 30: Magic
Twin Flame
Arriving at The Tower, I was still in shock about my mother and everything I learned about myself in Newfoundland. The small town was cute but all I wanted was to get back home. I needed to see and talk to Kara alone. Especially if the twin flame was real. As I watched the elevator numbers rise, I took a steadying breath. I guess I'll find out shortly.
Exiting the elevator, it took Kara less than a second to notice me. "Lena! You're back!" As she made her way towards me, her step faulted. "Ow." Glancing at her wrist, the Super shrugged the random pain off and wrapped her arms around me. "How was Newfoundland?"
Reciprocating the hug, I smiled nervously. "Enlightening." Feeling the remnants of a burning sensation on my wrist, my stomach flopped. I wonder if that's it. I'll have to look later. Turning my head, I whispered. "We need to speak privately."
Pulling back, worried blue eyes studied me. "Is everything alright?"
"I hope so," I tried to smile. She hears my heart racing. I know that look. She's worried. "I'm exhausted." Turning my attention to everyone, I waved. "Hi, I brought back some teas, vodka for Alex, and a few other things for everyone to try soon."
"Thank you," J'onn and Alex spoke in unison.
"I'll bring food before I come over. We'll make a night of it," the blonde smiled. "I missed you."
"I missed you too." I can feel Alex and J'onn staring at me. They know something is different. "You and dinner sounds fantastic."
"I'll let you know when I'm on my way." Wrapping her arms around me again, Kara said her goodbyes.
Around eight, Kara said she was on her way. I had showered, changed, and processed a little more of what I'd learned. Sitting on the small couch, I stared at the little black flame on the side of my wrist. I guess it was true. Lovely. I wonder how she'll handle the information. It's a lot to take in.
"I see a strength in you that surpasses any of us. You could take your mother's place in my coven."
"I appreciate the offer but I can't leave my life in National City."
"What keeps you in the states?" She paused. "Or who keeps you?" She paused. "Your reporter? Kara Danvers." The older woman studied me. A smile slowly crept to her face.
"She's not mine. I don't own her."
"You own her heart. Anyone who sees the two of you together can see that. She might be your flame. Now that you're starting to accept yourself and the magic in your blood, it may help you find out if you're meant to be together."
"What do you mean?"
"Now that magic is making its way to the surface, next time you see one another a small flame will appear on you and her simultaneously."
Hearing someone outside my front door brought me from my thoughts. She's here. "You can use your key."
Pushing open the door, Kara entered. "Hey, what's going on? I can hear your heartbeat from outside."
"To be fair, you can hear my heart beat from across town," I teased. And you always listen to it.
"True," she laughed. Unloading the bag, Kara's eyes fell on the black flame. "Is that part of what we needed to discuss alone?"
"Considering that you now have a flame on your wrist, yes." I paused, taking my food container. "Did you tell anyone about it?"
"No. I didn't notice it until I changed out of my uniform. I remembered the look on your face when it happened. I thought you might know more about it than anyone."
"I do," I nodded. "Let's eat first."
Taking her seat, Kara agreed. "I want to hear all about your trip."
I told Kara about the town and the culture before diving into my mother's background. All the while, I could tell she was waiting for the other shoe to drop. "When it comes to my mother, it's complicated. It turns out that she's a witch." I paused, watching the Super's face closely. I can't believe I'm saying this. "And, apparently, so am I."
"What?" Kara paused, a crinkle forming between her brows. "That's-," Here comes the rejection. The "you're nuts" comments. "Seriously?" Her head tilted slightly.
"Yeah," I sighed. "As you can imagine, this is hard for me. I'm a scientist. I'm not ready to talk about all of this yet but I wanted to tell you at least."
"Thank you for telling me," Kara smiled warmly. "That means a lot."
"There are things beyond rational law. And apparently my bloodline is one of them." Something crossed the blonde's mind but she chose not to say it. I wonder what she's holding back? Knowing her, it was probably something corny.
"So, what does this flame mean?" Kara examined her wrist.
"It means we're each other's twin flame. Essentially, it means two people have a strong, mutually beneficial relationship in which we complement each other and help one another grow." I paused to let the information sink in. The next part may scare her.
"I can see that," she nodded. "And would agree with it."
"The second meaning is two people who share the same soul. Once these twin flames meet, it can result in an intense, magnetic attraction and connection." We became fast friends and destroyed each other equally. Even the thought of Kara can brighten my entire day.
"Could that be possible since I'm Kryptonian and you're human?" Kara's voice was unreadable as she ran her fingers over her flame.
"At this point, I'm starting to think anything is possible," I chuckled. She's not upset about the whole shared soul aspect? Kara was quiet for a while before I had to break the silence. "You're taking all of this well."
"I'm thinking about our friendship and everything that's happened." Taking my hand, Kara examined my flame. "Why is yours black and mine isn't?"
"Because you're like the sun and I'm like the moon." I wonder how long it's going to take her to realize what else this could mean.
Running a finger over my flame, Kara thought aloud. "We've had a journey, haven't we?"
"We have," I spoke softly. I've always enjoyed her touch but knowing this helps me understand why I crave it. I wonder if she feels the same way.
"In some belief systems, this kind of thing means they're soulmates." Meeting my gaze, Kara asked a question I have been asking myself since I was in Canada. "Do you think we're…soulmates?"
"People believe they can have platonic soulmates," I offered. Kara's nose crinkled. What's that about? My heart started to pound again. "Do you want something more?"
Biting her lip, Kara pulled a pillow into her chest. "I don't know. Maybe? I mean, I've thought about it on occasion."
Relief washed over me. "You have?"
"Are you mad?" She whispered, never looking at me.
Taking a steadying breath, I let it out slowly. Please let this go well. "I can't be mad since I've been thinking the same thing."
Kara's head popped up. "You…you have?"
Taking the pillow from the skittish woman, I took her hand into mine. "I've always cared about you. Sometimes it feels like more than friendship."
Entwining our fingers, Kara smiled. "It does." Warmth traveled through both of us. A white glow encompassed our joined hands. "Magic?"
"Yes."
"What happens if-," she cut herself off. "Never mind."
"If we kissed?" I finished quietly. "I don't know. I'd be lying if I hadn't thought about it."
"Before today?" Kara asked sheepishly. Hope in her eyes.
"Long before today," I mumbled. Glancing towards pink lips, I asked an unspoken question. Smiling nervously, Kara nodded her approval.
As our lips touched, that same warmth surrounded us. All of the heaviness in my chest surrounding Kara and my feelings for her disappeared. Maybe this could work. We do make each other happy and better people. To my surprise, Kara started to lean back and pull me with her. Shifting, the blonde made herself comfortable beneath me. "Are you sure about this?"
"No sex. F-For now." Kara's cheeks flushed. "All I know is, this feels right when every other relationship I've had has felt wrong. I've loved you for a long time but was always scared to admit it."
"I was scared too." Dipping my head, I captured the woman's lips in a searing kiss. I wanted nothing more than to get lost in it, and in her, for a while. We can figure everything out later. For now, I'm only interested in this. In my Kara.