NOTES: The Part 3 of this story it's posted on the 51 chapter because next one is the 50th and I wanted to do something special for it.
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49 - We're far away, but close enough Part 2
Oliver heard Russian Kara story and couldn't help but feel for her. She had no memories from her childhood or younger ears, only from her arrival at the military base in Russia and how she was trained to be a weapon and all things she had to do to survive. He felt like he could relate to a few things she was telling him.
- I spent a year in Russia before coming home – Oliver told her – I think I know which base you are referring to. At least we have one here on this Earth, the same you described. And Kara… I can't help but feel this Lex guy is using you, by what you told me…
- It's funny but I have the same feeling…
- I mean, Kara is not evil, not the Supergirl I knew. She helped us so many times I lost count already. It's clear to me this guy wants to use you for your powers; you can't let him do it… And if it's ok, I want to help you, the same way you agreed helping us here…
Kara looked at him a bit unsure. All she thought she knew was clearly lies, she felt a bit lost. She hated that she was feeling used for bad things and that Lex made her believe she was doing the right thing. She felt stupid.
- I… - She looked at Oliver – I feel so embarrassed… Lex played me…I'm such an idiot!
- You're not an idiot! – Oliver walked closer to her – Hey, you're not… - He reached for her shoulders – People take advantage of us in our most vulnerable moments, evil people do it. The fact that you noticed it and wants to do the right thing now, says a lot…
- I want to! – She said – And I accept your help… But… Can we keep this in secret, please? At least for now…
- It's ok. I won't say a word.
- And we need a plan to deal with Lex.
- We will figure something out – Oliver smiled.
- I appreciate it. – She looked down, feeling worry take over her in a matter of seconds. – I can't go back for now… Not until we have a plan… I can't risk it.
- Well, the Queen Mansion was restored and there's a lot of space there, if you want a place to stay while we work on this…
Kara smiled, nodding with her head. She literally had to be away from Lex if she was going to bring him down and have Oliver helping her. She was glad he offered his place because she had no idea what to do.
Oliver and Kara went back to the cortex, meeting the others. Kara looked at everyone and her American accent came back as she spoke. She needed to do some damage control now since she scared everyone and almost got caught by the others.
- I just wanted to apologize about earlier… - She said, looking at everyone – I'm really upset about the things happening on my Earth and…
- It's everything ok? – Caitlin asked – If you need, we can help you with whatever it is…
- Sadly, you guys can't help… We can't change people hating what they don't understand. My Earth is more divided than ever, and I have no idea what will happen, they hate Supergirl now… I can't help people like this…
- You need a break… To take some fresh air… - Barry suggested as he approached her – Every time I find myself lost, with a big problem in my head, it's what I do. And it works every time.
- I can bring the alien back to your Earth, if you want to – Cisco offered.
- I couldn't thank you enough – She smiled at Cisco and Barry – I don't know if I can take this break…
- Well, you said yourself Supergirl needed to step down a bit on your Earth… - Sara said
- Team Arrow will be happy to have you for a while; you'll still be able to help people… - Oliver said
- Thank you – She smiled at Oliver and looked at Cisco – Please, don't let them know I'm involved with the capture of the alien? I don't want to make things worse back there.
- Its ok – Cisco said, grabbing the alien with him and opening a breach to Kara's Earth. – I'll be back soon!
Barry nodded at Sara as soon as they got alone with Oliver while Kara decided to fly around for a while after feeling like she needed some fresh air.
- Hey man… - Barry said as he approached his friend.
- You want something… - Oliver as he looked suspicious at Barry – You both want – He looked at Sara.
- Actually we wanted to talk to you… About Kara – Sara said.
- What about her?
- She's been acting weird man, we think there must be something wrong with her… I mean, we had our fair share of evil doppelgangers and stuff… - Barry said trying to explain what he felt. Since Kara acted ok about maybe having to kill someone, something about her bothered him, he just had no idea what it was.
- Barry, Kara is not evil.
- How do you? She's not acting like herself lately… - Sara crossed her arms.
- I just do. Please, both of you let this go! – Oliver looked at them in his most serious expression – Look, just trust me ok? I have it all under control…
- If you say so… - Barry said – We trust you.
Oliver nodded and left. Sara and Barry looked at each other.
- If Oliver tells us to trust him, I do – Sara said. – But… I bet he's smitten… I mean, he acted all defensive…
- I was going to say that – Barry laughed – He had heart eyes, hadn't he?
- Yep! Totally! – Sara laughed along with Barry. – And I'm sure he knows something, but I guess he will tell us when it's the right time…
Oliver met Kara outside Star Labs and went with her to Star City. He didn't feel comfortable hiding things from his friends, but Kara asked him not to tell anyone and he was going to keep her secret, until she could feel ok to share it. He had a bit of experience doing this, and he couldn't help but notice he felt different when Barry raised his suspicions, besides knowing what was really going on with her. He felt like a few years ago, how he was in her shoes, having people suspecting of many things, how his secret made him do things and keep it from the ones he loved the most and it affected the way other people saw him. He looked at Kara and gave her a brief smile, before walking in the Queen Mansion.
- Oh… - Kara said as she looked around the living room. That place was just surreal. – If I thought Kara lives like a princess, you definitely live like a king.
- Well, I lived in the bunker for a while, when I lost everything before… it's a good feeling to be back here now…
- This place is… amazing, Oliver – She looked at him and smiled – Thanks for inviting me over by the way… You didn't have to…
- I said I was going to help you; it includes giving you a place to stay while you're in this Earth.
Kara walked around slowly, taking in every detail of that beautiful place. She walked closer to the fireplace and saw a few pictures.
- You have a sister?
- Yes, Thea… She's traveling with her boyfriend Roy, but you would love to meet her.
- I bet I would, she looks like she's nice.
- Yes, she is.
- Do you miss her? – She turned around and looked at Oliver.
- Every day. But she needed this vacation, I understand it. She will be back soon, so it's ok.
- I have a sister… I mean, Kara does… - Kara looked at the picture again. – I have some of her memories… The only thing constant in my mind when I showed up was her name… Alex. This is so confusing…
- I know it is… But we'll figure things out. First, we have to deal with this Lex, so it's safe for you to return there…
- Will you come with me?
Oliver looked at her, taken by surprise. He was not expecting this at all, but he could understand her. He was the one on this Earth that knew her secret, she literally didn't know anyone else and he was pretty sure she couldn't feel like trusting anyone else.
- Sure. We are going to figure this out.
- Thank you… - Kara said as she walked closer to him and smiled. – I don't know who I can trust… I know, your friends seem nice but… Still… I don't know why, but I knew I could tell you about me. And also, you know them well… I'm actually nervous about going back there, and meeting Kara and her sister… I did a lot of things under Lex influence; I don't know how they will take it…
- They will understand. You were taken advantage of; it's not your fault.
Oliver's phone vibrated and he grabbed it, reading the message Felicity sent him. He looked worried at Kara.
- It's ok if you stay here for a while? Team Arrow needs me…
- Let me go with you, I can help! – She said a bit excited about it.
- You're taking some time off, Kara…
- Human problems are easy for me to deal with; I don't want to stay here doing nothing while you risk yourself out there.
- I've been doing this for a long time, Kara, I can handle it…
- Oliver… - She became serious and crossed her arms – Don't be stubborn, let me help!
Oliver thought about it for a while and nodded at her.
- Ok, let's go.
Oliver brought Kara to the bunker and found the place empty. He looked around and got another message from Felicity, telling him the team went already to City Hall and would meet him there and she had to take care of another problem that happened, but she would assist them through her tablet and comms.
- We can't have you like this on the field…wait here… - Oliver said as he went to the back of the bunker and came back with a box. – We tested a few new outfits for Black Canary back in the day, but she wanted to keep hers… I think it fits you…
Kara opened and smiled.
- Can I wear a cape?
Oliver looked at her, not knowing what to do. Kara used her super speed and came back quickly.
- I looked around and found this… - She showed him a piece of a dark red fabric – I think this will do!
Black Canary, Wild Dog and Diggle were in position in the middle of the lobby of City Hall, ready to fight whoever showed up looking for it.
- Where's Green Arrow? – Wild Dog asked, looking pissed – We need back up!
Black Canary used her canary cry in a guy that pointed a gun towards her and suddenly, a whoosh of air came in, knocking all the gang down in a matter of seconds. Another whoosh of air happened and suddenly, they were all tied up, unconscious.
- Sorry we are late –Oliver said as he entered the place, knowing he would have nothing else to do.
- We had a small issue with a suit… - Kara smiled at them all.
On their way there, Oliver tried to fill her in with everything she needed to know about his team and what they knew about Supergirl so she could keep her disguise.
- Supergirl! Is good to see you! – Dinah approached, giving her a hug
- New suit, cool! – Diggle nodded, also smiling at her.
Kara had a black bodysuit on, with black boots and a red cape. She refused to wear a mask, telling him the real Supergirl never used.
- I had a small problem with mine back home, so Oliver helped me find something while I'm here… - She smiled awkwardly, perfectly imitating Kara.
- So, you're staying? Nice. – Diggle smiled as he looked curiously at Oliver,
- Yes, I told her I would help with a problem… While we figure it out, she's here.
Diggle looked knowingly at Oliver, knowing only by his looks that Kara was staying with him. He decided to keep quiet, but had a feeling where this was going.
Back in the Queen Mansion, Kara was excited talking to Oliver about the mission they had while Oliver showed her the mansion.
- Thanks for helping me cover this up… I'm not ready to tell them yet… - Kara said, looking at him
- It was the least I could do. And thank you for your help.
- Anytime! – She smiled, following him.
- This is one of our guest rooms, mine is right down the hallway, so if you need anything, just knock and I'll help you if I can.
- Thank you… This is… - Kara was speechless after entering the room.
It was a princess room; she was sure of it. She looked around, perplexed.
- I'm sorry if I'm overreacting… - Kara said as she looked around – I used to live in a cell, so…
- I understand… - Oliver said as he walked closer to her. His hand reached for her shoulders. – Hey, don't worry, I understand it perfectly.
Kara looked down, taking a deep breath and then, looked back at him. There was something different in his eyes, she could tell. She felt her heart skipping a beat as well and all out of sudden, was feeling nervous. She noticed that pair of blue eyes and that smile made her feel like that since she arrived on this Earth, she just didn't want to admit it. But she was losing a battle with herself, and there was nothing she could do.
- Thank you… - She said in a low voice. – For trying to help me get rid of Lex… I didn't think I was ever going to be able to do it one day…
- I think you're able to do many things… What you've told me, what you've been through… Don't ever think it made you weak or incapable, because those things make us stronger…
- But… All the killing I did… The terrible things…
- I've been there, Kara. I had to kill to survive but I reached a point where I was doing it because I wanted to… You were manipulated to believe you had enemies and that you had to take them down or they would hurt you, there's nothing wrong with that. What's important is that you see and know the truth now and are willing to do something about it. It took me a lot of years to realize things, to try to be better… You're not a horrible person, on the contrary…
- I've never had anyone seeing me like any other thing than a weapon…
- You are not a weapon… - Oliver said unconsciously reaching for her hand. He felt a rush inside of him, like he needed to take it all from inside his chest and he couldn't control his mouth anymore – You are a powerful and beautiful woman who was cowardly used by a jerk. You have a lot of potential for good inside of you; somehow I can see it… In your eyes…
Oliver got closer to Kara, his right hand caressing her cheeks as he looked deep into her eyes.
- Well, - she whispered – I'm having a lot of inspiration right now… - She smiled as his lips touched hers slightly.
She felt her heart jumping like crazy now, like some crazy electricity took over her body. One of his hands hugged her waist, bringing her closer to him while her hands went to his neck, pulling him towards her. They walked together until they reached the end of the bed, falling on it, Oliver's body covering Kara's as they kept kissing. Kara felt his soft kisses down her neck as he reached for the edge of her shirt and helped him taking it off. She looked at him and smiled knowingly, using her speed to help him get rid of his own clothes.
- I'm feeling a bit impatient… - Kara gave him a smirk, earning a deep and passionate kiss in return.
- I can see that – He laughed with her in between kisses, helping her get rid of the rest of her clothes.
Kara felt at home for the first time in her life, It felt so normal, so right, she barely had any recollection of her dark times while Oliver made her feel like she was in paradise, some special place only her could go.
For the first time in her life, she felt genuinely happy.
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TO BE CONTINUED...