An Identity...

Revealed!

Disclaimer: I own nothing but the general idea you see within this bit of writing.

Summary: What if two separate news crews from the same news station had filmed footage of both encounters Bary had with the Reverse Flash. (Takes place a week or two before Out of Time.)

Awhile had passed since the Holidays and it was now March. And two particular news crews for the Sunny Central News Station were kicking themselves for not having remembered the footage they had gained of the Flash's identity. It had been an agreement at first that they'd wait til at least a week or two after the Holidays to air what they'd gotten. And somehow they had all forgotten til someone came upon the film. And now after having worked together to combine both pieces of footage together and even having done some research. They were finally ready to present it.

"Today's top story is the identity of Central City's own speedster known as the Flash. We warn viewers however that the footage you are about to see may be upsetting."

What followed for many through out the city was surprise and disbelief over who the Flash was. Many were starting to even feel a bit ashamed of theirselves for having believed Henry Allen to be a murderer now that they knew the real truth behind it all. Though for the likes of those who Barry worked with at the Central City Police Station, many were torn between support and wanting to have him brought in for the vigilantism he'd been doing as the Flash. Joe could only close his eyes and groan at the rotten luck his son had just gotten. And was honestly surprised he hadn't heard from Iris or even Barry yet.

Then again, considering his surrogate son was over in Starling City visiting his friends. It was likely he wasn't even paying attention to the news. "WEST! IN MY OFFICE NOW!" Joe groaned again at the order from Singh. And noticed that Eddie was already headed his way too.

While over at Central City Picture News, Iris was seen to be standing in shock and some anger over finally knowing who the Flash was. She was secretly glad that Mason had yet to come and give her crap over this. And had the feeling that the boss himself was going to head her way soon. "And everything suddenly makes sense now." Came the voice of Linda.

Iris looked over at her in confusion. "Huh?" Was all she could ask.

"Barry, he acted weird from time to time and kept claiming that some things he had to do were police related even when they weren't." And having seen what her boyfriend was doing and the rather brutal beatdowns he'd gotten, she really felt for him. She really hoped this wouldn't cause huge issues for him now that everyone in Central City knew and likely everybody outside of the city would know soon too.

But considering some of the enemies he'd gained like Captain Cold, she imagined that would be an issue very soon. Iris was still too stunned however to say more. But on the inside though, she was feeling pretty angry with him for keeping this a secret from her. How could he!? Was one of the several lamented thoughts in her head. The fact that the Burning Man was a real thing was another shock for her, and wondered just what exactly Caitlin's connection with the man was.

As for Barry's father, the man had to be moved to Solitary Confinement for his own safety. Though once he found out the reason for it, he couldn't help but to feel proud of his son for standing up to the man who'd been haunting them for so long. Despite the fact of his feeling proud, he was also worried about what the ramifications would be for his son now that the truth was out.

And as for the STAR Labs crew, while Dr. Wells wasn't too happy with what happened. Caitlin and Cisco were already alternating between joking around and coming up with ideas for how to help Barry. And if Barry himself hadn't of sped in to the room where they were. They would have kept making jokes while trying to be serious. Looking at all the looks he got made him confused. "What? Why are you guys looking at me like that?"

Author's Notes: I had originally suggested this to Halfblood but he or (She even?) has been quite busy lately so I finally decided to try my own hand at my suggestion. Also suggested another version to another prompt writer but they too have been busy. Ah wells! Although I still wouldn't mind seeing what those two do however. Hope folks will have enjoyed this! R and R!