Fic: I Still Believe (3/?)
Title: I Still Believe (3/?)
Author: babettew54
Category: Superman Returns, Superman/Batman Comics
Pairings/Characters: Clark/Lois, Joanne/Samuel, Bruce/Diana, Lex Luthor II, Jason, Connor, Martha/Ben
Rating: T
Word Count: 3,200
Summary: This is a story about secrets and lies how they always come out and usually at the worst possible time.
Disclaimer: DC Comics/Warner Bros. Entertainment owns these characters, except for Joanne Kent and Samuel Hamilton; they’re mine. This is strictly for my own amusement.
Author's Notes: In this chapter, things turn a bit plot-driven as the story starts to take shape. A wish comes true, a secret is revealed quite unexpectedly, and later Clark opens his mind to a new ability. I hope you enjoy it. Read on and please tell me your thoughts. Thanks guys! :D
Banner by hanakt
Previously:
( Chapter 1)( Chapter 2)
x-posted to: (AO3); (FFN)
Chapter 3: Believe
A few weeks earlier, Metropolis Spring Carnival:
“Daddy, Daddy, look over there. Can we play and then make a wish?”
Smiling at her question, James Olsen looked down at his little five-old daughter, Ariel, and often wondered about wishes and dreams coming true. Ever since he had found out that his true friend of nearly fifteen years was, in fact, Superman, a man from another planet, well, he believed that anything was possible.
“Of course, we can, sweetheart,” he replied. They walked over to the magic game and wishing booth and after playing a few games and winning a beautiful Indian totem, he and his daughter took a seat. After stroking the totem and holding it tightly, they both looked up at the sky and made a wish.
“What did you wish for honey?” James asked his daughter.
"Daddy, I can’t tell remember? It’s like a birthday wish,” Ariel explained and smiled at her Father.
James chuckled then he stroked her beautiful blonde hair back over her shoulder. “Oh, I see. You’re right, of course. I won’t tell if you won’t.” Smiling, he held up his little finger. “Pinky swear?”
“Pinky swear.” Ariel happily agreed and then, they went about enjoying the rest of the carnival.
A little while later that evening, James was at home about to head down to dinner, but then he went to the window and looked up at the sky again. He had to admit that after finding out the truth, he had become a bit obsessed with Superman and his family.
Years ago and long before he had found out the truth, James would often wonder if there was someone out there like Superman … a girl or a woman. He shrugged his shoulders feeling silly about the wish.
“James, what are you doing? Dinner is ready and what is so fascinating out that window?” Delores, his pregnant wife of six years asked her distracted husband.
He groaned to himself then he thought … Oh boy, I don’t think I’ll tell her about my wish!
~o~o~
Gotham City, present time, late one evening:
The breathless man and woman inside a high-rise penthouse apartment were totally unaware that a meteor was approaching their city, its endpoint far off course.
“I’m ready, Bruce,” the woman purred in his ear then she kissed his throat waiting for her partner to go another round.
“Give me … a minute,” the man managed to reply, flat on his back and still out of breath.
The woman leaned up on her elbow and tried not to smile. “Humm, minutes up.” Still kissing him, she paused and decided to tease him. “You’re not getting old, are you Bruce?” The beautiful brunette smiled, her eyes twinkling.
Bruce turned his head and smiled at Diana. Damn, she’s so beautiful and after all these years. They’d given in their attraction nearly five years ago. They had been on a mission, and Diana had almost died then the rest was history.
“Not on your life,” he replied then he was on top of her, kissing her and showing her just how much he wanted and needed her. Sometimes, it truly shocked him how much he still wanted her. Bruce was not the type of man to sustain any type of lasting relationship, but with Diana, there were no strings, no drama. It was just Bruce and Diana.
Diana then surprised and delighted him when she flipped him over and took control of their lovemaking. He loved that about her, but just before she leaned down and tried to kiss him again, he saw something out of the corner of his eye. “What the hell?”
“What did you just say?” Diana asked then noted he was staring out the window. “What are you looking at?”
He didn’t answer her, and firmly but gently removed her from his body, got out of bed and put on his robe.
“Bruce, what in the world did you see?” She also got out of bed and wrapped a sheet over her body and shook her hair back over her shoulder. “Oh my god, what is that?”
“It could be a meteor or something else.” He paused for a moment. “I think we may need our special friends for this one.”
Diana obviously agreed, as she went over to her communicator located on the bedside table and contacted their friends. Considering the circumstances, she contacted Superman, Wonder Boy and Superboy, and they were all immediately available.
Meanwhile, Bruce and Diana both got cleaned up and changed. Bruce contacted a few of his employees who would be discreet to meet him at a specific location not far from the river. Just before he left the apartment, he took another look out the window and the unidentified object was still streaking towards Gotham, but it was extremely close now.
“Once I know what’s happening, I’ll call you then meet you down there, but … ummm … wait a few minutes before you come.”
Diana rolled her eyes. “Bruce, please not that again. Come on, it’s not like everyone doesn’t know. Let’s just tell everyone.”
“Diana, please, not now. We’ll discuss this later.” He hurriedly turned and left the apartment.
Diana fumed inside. She hated all this secrecy.
~o~o~
Meanwhile, down by the river:
During his drive over to the river, the meteor landed causing a giant wave to wash ashore turning over cars and crashing into waterfront buildings, and because it was so late in the evening, no one appeared to have been hurt.
Bruce contacted Watchtower hoping they had some idea where the meteor would land, and it appeared that it would indeed land in the river. He arrived in his Batmobile not far away and gave instructions to his diving team to search the water.
Superman, Wonder Boy and Superboy arrived shortly thereafter. Apparently, the meteor had landed, but they saw no sign of it.
“Are you sure it landed here?” Superboy asked.
“Yes, I’m pretty sure. I didn’t actually see it land, but it was surely close by. I don’t see any fires, and I certainly did not hear any explosions, so it must be in the water,” Bruce thoughtfully replied.
“Makes sense, Bruce. Wonder Boy, Superboy, make a sweep of the area just in case,” Superman instructed.
“Come on, Jon-El, let’s look around,” Superboy instructed his brother.
“Lead the way,” Jon-El replied then they streaked up into the sky.
Bruce watched them fly away. “How’s the family, Clark?”
“Everyone’s OK now. Sam is back.”
“He’s back, really? Why? I thought he was doing well in school.”
“He was, but Lois and I wanted him to come home for a visit, but now he’s decided to transfer here and go to MetU in the fall.”
“Humm, I wonder why,” Bruce stated with a straight face. “Jo must be very happy,” he concluded.
“Yes, she is,” Clark admitted it, and he was happy for her.
Suddenly, the divers came up out of the water, and one of them removed his diving mask. “There is something down there but whatever or whoever was down there … they’re gone.”
“Gone?” Clark asked shocked. “Bruce, we have to bring it up and make sure it’s not Kryptonian. There may be identifying markings or something to tell us where it came from. We have to be sure.”
“Of course, we will Clark. I’ll take care of it.”
“Hello guys, did you find anything?” It was Diana.
“Oh, hi Diana,” Clark greeted her then he frowned. “Where did you come from?”
“I contacted you, remember?” She tried to change the subject. “Well, did you find anything?”
“Yes, we found it, but there was nothing inside,” Clark replied, eyeing her closely.
Wonder Boy and Superboy returned from searching the area. “There’s nothing out there,” Jason told everyone.
“We have to bring up that ship,” Clark stressed feeling worried. “Look, we don’t have time to wait for your equipment, Bruce. We have to bring it up as soon as possible. Conner, Jason follow me and stay close.” Clark was thinking that if this person was Kryptonian and was wandering around the city alone, then things could get extremely complicated, and someone could be harmed.
Minutes later, they brought up the ship and of course, it was Kryptonian with markings inside indicating whoever or whatever had been inside had to have been terrified to disappear within moments of landing.
Clark was even more worried than ever. “We have to search the city and the surrounding area. I have this feeling that whoever or whatever was inside that ship, well, it could be bad for whoever finds them.”
“Clark, why don’t you take the ship to the Wayne warehouse? It’s only a few blocks from here.”
“Yes, I know where it is. I’ll catch up with the rest of you in a few minutes.” Clark picked up the ship and headed to the warehouse.
“I’ll concentrate the search here in Gotham. Kon-El, Jon-El, you two head back to Metropolis, and keep each other informed. Let’s go.” Bruce commanded.
They dispersed and headed out to search for this missing alien. Bruce then contacted Mr. Fox and left specific instructions about the ship and to contact him as soon as it arrived at the warehouse.
~o~o~
Inside Bruce’s new flight ship:
“This is nice, Bruce. Wow, you and your gadgets truly amaze me.” Diana could not keep up with all of them.
"I’m glad you like it, Diana.” He glanced at her trying to read her.
“Do you mean that, Bruce, because I get the feeling that you’re getting tired of me and our relationship? Tell me now. I do not like games, Bruce.”
He sighed. “Neither do I, Diana.” He paused. “I don’t want to lose you, as a friend nor as a lover. You mean the world to me.”
“I feel the same, I do, but …”
“You want to tell everyone. I get it, but why? Things are perfect the way that they are.”
“If they were great, we would not be having this conversation, now would we?”
“Maybe,” he agreed. “Look, I’ll think about it. After we clear up this alien ship business, then we’ll talk again, but in the meantime, let’s just keep things as they are.”
Something caught Diana’s eye. “Bruce, what is that?” She was pointing to a red light.
“Oh, no, tell me that was not on all this time!” He grumbled then shut it off.
“Is that what I think it is?” Diana hid a grin.
“Yes, it’s an uplink to the JLA. Now everyone will know.” He groaned again loudly this time.
Diana covered her mouth to hold in a laugh.
“This is not funny, Diana.” Bruce pursed his lips to keep from smiling.
Diana saw it then she burst out laughing.
He did the same. They laughed so hard there were tears in their eyes.
It was a glorious moment for them. Diana reached up touch his gloved hand on the wheel. He looked at their hands, and a part of him, that part that had been closed off from his feelings, suddenly burst forth. The realization warmed his heart.
They both smiled relieved they would not have to carry their secret anymore.
~o~o~
An hour later, not far from LexCorp:
Kara Zor-El, the last daughter of Krypton, made her way through the city of Gotham and quickly found herself in the even larger city of Metropolis. She felt compelled to search for her cousin, Kal-El. She knew he was now a grown man. The last time she had seen him, he was an infant, and she wondered if she would recognize him.
In the past hour, she had managed to avoid people and cars, but of course, someone did see her. Unfortunately, for her, it was one of Lex Luthor’s many cohorts and of course, he had the means to catch her.
He watched as she climbed up a building like a cat. She wasn’t wearing much clothing at all only a large white cloth covered most of her body. Her long blonde hair was all over her head. Suddenly, she turned to stare at him, and it was something in her eyes. He’d seen those eyes before. It can’t be, he thought.
He immediately contacted LexCorp and minutes later, he and his cohorts caught Kara. It took some doing, but with kryptonite at their disposal, it did not take too long.
She was brought inside the secret lab where she would meet ‘Alexander Luthor II.’
The kryptonite kept her restrained, but they had to find another way to keep her under their control. There truly was only one way … with threats against Kal-El and his family.
Talia received the news that they had captured a Kryptonian, a beautiful young woman, who did not speak English. She was amazed at their luck. Not only was Alexander coming along nicely, but this, this was truly a miracle.
It was as if Lex were manipulating everyone from the grave. Talia sighed and thought about Lex’s many last wishes and how she had found an alien, one that Lex would have killed for … if only he had known.
One of his many wishes was to locate Katherine Kowalski, now Katherine Hamilton. A private investigator had found her, but he also found her son, Samuel Hamilton who looked so much like a younger Lex, that Talia actually gasped when she saw the photos of him.
Not only did he live blocks from the Kents but he was also involved with Clark’s young daughter, Joanne Kent. She saw the photos of them in the park and in the street.
She actually cackled with glee. Lex would have been thrilled with this knowledge.
He will be when I tell him.
~o~o~
Back in Gotham City:
After the alien ship had been removed from the river and brought to Wayne Industries, Clark read the markings again and knew the truth. Her name was Kara Zor-El, and she had been sent there to find him … Kal-El of Krypton. She was his cousin. He felt terrible that they still had not found her.
Bruce had also returned to the warehouse. Diana was at Watchtower contacting all the members of the League about this newfound but troubling occurrence.
Kon-El entered the warehouse then and came over to the ship. He could see how worried his Father was about Kara. Jon-El was still in Metropolis searching everywhere but still no luck.
“We will find her, Dad,” Kon-El murmured as he touched his Father’s shoulder. “Don’t worry.”
“He’s right, Clark,” Bruce encouraged him.
“But how can we? She could be anywhere by now, probably alone and scared. She could lash out and hurt someone. I’m so worried about her.”
No one knew what to say to that. It was true, she could be anywhere.
“If anyone has any answers on how to find her, please tell me,” Clark hoped they had some idea.
“Well, aren’t you telepathic, Clark? I know Superboy has that ability.” Bruce suggested.
“How did you know about that?” Kon-El was shocked by this. He had thought it was his and Megan’s secret.
“Everyone knows about it, Conner,” Bruce replied.
“It was our secret. How would you like it everyone blabbed about your little secret? Oh that’s right, it’s not a secret now, is it?” He taunted him.
Bruce frowned as his back went up. “That has nothing to do with anything.”
“Alright, you two, none of that matters now, because my telepathic abilities haven’t made themselves known, not since I arrived here years ago, so we have to think of something else.”
“But Dad, we should try it together. You never know, it may work,” Kon-El told him excited at the prospect that they could communicate in that way.
“I suppose it’s worth a try,” Clark responded, doubtful that it would work.
After a few minutes, Bruce spoke up. “Well, did it work?”
“No, we haven’t done it yet,” Kon-El responded a bit annoyed.
Bruce rolled his eyes then crossed his arms. “I’ll just wait over here while you two communicate.”
“Conner, it’s not working,” Clark finally told him.
“Just relax and look at me. That’s it; now concentrate on talking to me. Go on.”
Clark did as he said and … nothing was happening. “I’m sorry, son.”
Kon-El stared at his Father. Maybe if I was a full-blooded Kryptonian then it would work.
Your lips aren’t moving, but … I heard you!
Told ya! Conner smiled.
Clark spoke up then. “I can’t believe this.”
"It worked?” Bruce asked amazed.
“Yes, it worked,” Clark replied more excited than ever before.
“Ok, then, let’s find Kara!” Kon-El announced, ready to continue their search.
“Wait, doesn’t she have to be open to me as well to hear me?” Clark felt deflated at that question.
“Maybe she already is, but doesn’t know it yet … just like you,” Kon-El thoughtfully replied.
“I hope she’s ready, because I sure am.” Clark was also thoughtful, but also determined to find her and bring her home.
TBC!
~o~o~
Song Inspiration: Believe, Josh Groban.
A/N: I’ve always shipped Diana/Bruce! I love them. I first wrote them in another story a few years ago called Period of Adjustment, and that was that! The telepathy angle also showed up in that story and I thought it was a remarkable ability, and I thought I’d add it here. It will come in handy! Now, tell me what you think. I would appreciate it. Until next week! Thank you for reading.
Author: babettew54
Category: Superman Returns, Superman/Batman Comics
Pairings/Characters: Clark/Lois, Joanne/Samuel, Bruce/Diana, Lex Luthor II, Jason, Connor, Martha/Ben
Rating: T
Word Count: 3,200
Summary: This is a story about secrets and lies how they always come out and usually at the worst possible time.
Disclaimer: DC Comics/Warner Bros. Entertainment owns these characters, except for Joanne Kent and Samuel Hamilton; they’re mine. This is strictly for my own amusement.
Author's Notes: In this chapter, things turn a bit plot-driven as the story starts to take shape. A wish comes true, a secret is revealed quite unexpectedly, and later Clark opens his mind to a new ability. I hope you enjoy it. Read on and please tell me your thoughts. Thanks guys! :D
Banner by hanakt
Previously:
( Chapter 1)( Chapter 2)
x-posted to: (AO3); (FFN)
Chapter 3: Believe
A few weeks earlier, Metropolis Spring Carnival:
“Daddy, Daddy, look over there. Can we play and then make a wish?”
Smiling at her question, James Olsen looked down at his little five-old daughter, Ariel, and often wondered about wishes and dreams coming true. Ever since he had found out that his true friend of nearly fifteen years was, in fact, Superman, a man from another planet, well, he believed that anything was possible.
“Of course, we can, sweetheart,” he replied. They walked over to the magic game and wishing booth and after playing a few games and winning a beautiful Indian totem, he and his daughter took a seat. After stroking the totem and holding it tightly, they both looked up at the sky and made a wish.
“What did you wish for honey?” James asked his daughter.
"Daddy, I can’t tell remember? It’s like a birthday wish,” Ariel explained and smiled at her Father.
James chuckled then he stroked her beautiful blonde hair back over her shoulder. “Oh, I see. You’re right, of course. I won’t tell if you won’t.” Smiling, he held up his little finger. “Pinky swear?”
“Pinky swear.” Ariel happily agreed and then, they went about enjoying the rest of the carnival.
A little while later that evening, James was at home about to head down to dinner, but then he went to the window and looked up at the sky again. He had to admit that after finding out the truth, he had become a bit obsessed with Superman and his family.
Years ago and long before he had found out the truth, James would often wonder if there was someone out there like Superman … a girl or a woman. He shrugged his shoulders feeling silly about the wish.
“James, what are you doing? Dinner is ready and what is so fascinating out that window?” Delores, his pregnant wife of six years asked her distracted husband.
He groaned to himself then he thought … Oh boy, I don’t think I’ll tell her about my wish!
~o~o~
Gotham City, present time, late one evening:
The breathless man and woman inside a high-rise penthouse apartment were totally unaware that a meteor was approaching their city, its endpoint far off course.
“I’m ready, Bruce,” the woman purred in his ear then she kissed his throat waiting for her partner to go another round.
“Give me … a minute,” the man managed to reply, flat on his back and still out of breath.
The woman leaned up on her elbow and tried not to smile. “Humm, minutes up.” Still kissing him, she paused and decided to tease him. “You’re not getting old, are you Bruce?” The beautiful brunette smiled, her eyes twinkling.
Bruce turned his head and smiled at Diana. Damn, she’s so beautiful and after all these years. They’d given in their attraction nearly five years ago. They had been on a mission, and Diana had almost died then the rest was history.
“Not on your life,” he replied then he was on top of her, kissing her and showing her just how much he wanted and needed her. Sometimes, it truly shocked him how much he still wanted her. Bruce was not the type of man to sustain any type of lasting relationship, but with Diana, there were no strings, no drama. It was just Bruce and Diana.
Diana then surprised and delighted him when she flipped him over and took control of their lovemaking. He loved that about her, but just before she leaned down and tried to kiss him again, he saw something out of the corner of his eye. “What the hell?”
“What did you just say?” Diana asked then noted he was staring out the window. “What are you looking at?”
He didn’t answer her, and firmly but gently removed her from his body, got out of bed and put on his robe.
“Bruce, what in the world did you see?” She also got out of bed and wrapped a sheet over her body and shook her hair back over her shoulder. “Oh my god, what is that?”
“It could be a meteor or something else.” He paused for a moment. “I think we may need our special friends for this one.”
Diana obviously agreed, as she went over to her communicator located on the bedside table and contacted their friends. Considering the circumstances, she contacted Superman, Wonder Boy and Superboy, and they were all immediately available.
Meanwhile, Bruce and Diana both got cleaned up and changed. Bruce contacted a few of his employees who would be discreet to meet him at a specific location not far from the river. Just before he left the apartment, he took another look out the window and the unidentified object was still streaking towards Gotham, but it was extremely close now.
“Once I know what’s happening, I’ll call you then meet you down there, but … ummm … wait a few minutes before you come.”
Diana rolled her eyes. “Bruce, please not that again. Come on, it’s not like everyone doesn’t know. Let’s just tell everyone.”
“Diana, please, not now. We’ll discuss this later.” He hurriedly turned and left the apartment.
Diana fumed inside. She hated all this secrecy.
~o~o~
Meanwhile, down by the river:
During his drive over to the river, the meteor landed causing a giant wave to wash ashore turning over cars and crashing into waterfront buildings, and because it was so late in the evening, no one appeared to have been hurt.
Bruce contacted Watchtower hoping they had some idea where the meteor would land, and it appeared that it would indeed land in the river. He arrived in his Batmobile not far away and gave instructions to his diving team to search the water.
Superman, Wonder Boy and Superboy arrived shortly thereafter. Apparently, the meteor had landed, but they saw no sign of it.
“Are you sure it landed here?” Superboy asked.
“Yes, I’m pretty sure. I didn’t actually see it land, but it was surely close by. I don’t see any fires, and I certainly did not hear any explosions, so it must be in the water,” Bruce thoughtfully replied.
“Makes sense, Bruce. Wonder Boy, Superboy, make a sweep of the area just in case,” Superman instructed.
“Come on, Jon-El, let’s look around,” Superboy instructed his brother.
“Lead the way,” Jon-El replied then they streaked up into the sky.
Bruce watched them fly away. “How’s the family, Clark?”
“Everyone’s OK now. Sam is back.”
“He’s back, really? Why? I thought he was doing well in school.”
“He was, but Lois and I wanted him to come home for a visit, but now he’s decided to transfer here and go to MetU in the fall.”
“Humm, I wonder why,” Bruce stated with a straight face. “Jo must be very happy,” he concluded.
“Yes, she is,” Clark admitted it, and he was happy for her.
Suddenly, the divers came up out of the water, and one of them removed his diving mask. “There is something down there but whatever or whoever was down there … they’re gone.”
“Gone?” Clark asked shocked. “Bruce, we have to bring it up and make sure it’s not Kryptonian. There may be identifying markings or something to tell us where it came from. We have to be sure.”
“Of course, we will Clark. I’ll take care of it.”
“Hello guys, did you find anything?” It was Diana.
“Oh, hi Diana,” Clark greeted her then he frowned. “Where did you come from?”
“I contacted you, remember?” She tried to change the subject. “Well, did you find anything?”
“Yes, we found it, but there was nothing inside,” Clark replied, eyeing her closely.
Wonder Boy and Superboy returned from searching the area. “There’s nothing out there,” Jason told everyone.
“We have to bring up that ship,” Clark stressed feeling worried. “Look, we don’t have time to wait for your equipment, Bruce. We have to bring it up as soon as possible. Conner, Jason follow me and stay close.” Clark was thinking that if this person was Kryptonian and was wandering around the city alone, then things could get extremely complicated, and someone could be harmed.
Minutes later, they brought up the ship and of course, it was Kryptonian with markings inside indicating whoever or whatever had been inside had to have been terrified to disappear within moments of landing.
Clark was even more worried than ever. “We have to search the city and the surrounding area. I have this feeling that whoever or whatever was inside that ship, well, it could be bad for whoever finds them.”
“Clark, why don’t you take the ship to the Wayne warehouse? It’s only a few blocks from here.”
“Yes, I know where it is. I’ll catch up with the rest of you in a few minutes.” Clark picked up the ship and headed to the warehouse.
“I’ll concentrate the search here in Gotham. Kon-El, Jon-El, you two head back to Metropolis, and keep each other informed. Let’s go.” Bruce commanded.
They dispersed and headed out to search for this missing alien. Bruce then contacted Mr. Fox and left specific instructions about the ship and to contact him as soon as it arrived at the warehouse.
~o~o~
Inside Bruce’s new flight ship:
“This is nice, Bruce. Wow, you and your gadgets truly amaze me.” Diana could not keep up with all of them.
"I’m glad you like it, Diana.” He glanced at her trying to read her.
“Do you mean that, Bruce, because I get the feeling that you’re getting tired of me and our relationship? Tell me now. I do not like games, Bruce.”
He sighed. “Neither do I, Diana.” He paused. “I don’t want to lose you, as a friend nor as a lover. You mean the world to me.”
“I feel the same, I do, but …”
“You want to tell everyone. I get it, but why? Things are perfect the way that they are.”
“If they were great, we would not be having this conversation, now would we?”
“Maybe,” he agreed. “Look, I’ll think about it. After we clear up this alien ship business, then we’ll talk again, but in the meantime, let’s just keep things as they are.”
Something caught Diana’s eye. “Bruce, what is that?” She was pointing to a red light.
“Oh, no, tell me that was not on all this time!” He grumbled then shut it off.
“Is that what I think it is?” Diana hid a grin.
“Yes, it’s an uplink to the JLA. Now everyone will know.” He groaned again loudly this time.
Diana covered her mouth to hold in a laugh.
“This is not funny, Diana.” Bruce pursed his lips to keep from smiling.
Diana saw it then she burst out laughing.
He did the same. They laughed so hard there were tears in their eyes.
It was a glorious moment for them. Diana reached up touch his gloved hand on the wheel. He looked at their hands, and a part of him, that part that had been closed off from his feelings, suddenly burst forth. The realization warmed his heart.
They both smiled relieved they would not have to carry their secret anymore.
~o~o~
An hour later, not far from LexCorp:
Kara Zor-El, the last daughter of Krypton, made her way through the city of Gotham and quickly found herself in the even larger city of Metropolis. She felt compelled to search for her cousin, Kal-El. She knew he was now a grown man. The last time she had seen him, he was an infant, and she wondered if she would recognize him.
In the past hour, she had managed to avoid people and cars, but of course, someone did see her. Unfortunately, for her, it was one of Lex Luthor’s many cohorts and of course, he had the means to catch her.
He watched as she climbed up a building like a cat. She wasn’t wearing much clothing at all only a large white cloth covered most of her body. Her long blonde hair was all over her head. Suddenly, she turned to stare at him, and it was something in her eyes. He’d seen those eyes before. It can’t be, he thought.
He immediately contacted LexCorp and minutes later, he and his cohorts caught Kara. It took some doing, but with kryptonite at their disposal, it did not take too long.
She was brought inside the secret lab where she would meet ‘Alexander Luthor II.’
The kryptonite kept her restrained, but they had to find another way to keep her under their control. There truly was only one way … with threats against Kal-El and his family.
Talia received the news that they had captured a Kryptonian, a beautiful young woman, who did not speak English. She was amazed at their luck. Not only was Alexander coming along nicely, but this, this was truly a miracle.
It was as if Lex were manipulating everyone from the grave. Talia sighed and thought about Lex’s many last wishes and how she had found an alien, one that Lex would have killed for … if only he had known.
One of his many wishes was to locate Katherine Kowalski, now Katherine Hamilton. A private investigator had found her, but he also found her son, Samuel Hamilton who looked so much like a younger Lex, that Talia actually gasped when she saw the photos of him.
Not only did he live blocks from the Kents but he was also involved with Clark’s young daughter, Joanne Kent. She saw the photos of them in the park and in the street.
She actually cackled with glee. Lex would have been thrilled with this knowledge.
He will be when I tell him.
~o~o~
Back in Gotham City:
After the alien ship had been removed from the river and brought to Wayne Industries, Clark read the markings again and knew the truth. Her name was Kara Zor-El, and she had been sent there to find him … Kal-El of Krypton. She was his cousin. He felt terrible that they still had not found her.
Bruce had also returned to the warehouse. Diana was at Watchtower contacting all the members of the League about this newfound but troubling occurrence.
Kon-El entered the warehouse then and came over to the ship. He could see how worried his Father was about Kara. Jon-El was still in Metropolis searching everywhere but still no luck.
“We will find her, Dad,” Kon-El murmured as he touched his Father’s shoulder. “Don’t worry.”
“He’s right, Clark,” Bruce encouraged him.
“But how can we? She could be anywhere by now, probably alone and scared. She could lash out and hurt someone. I’m so worried about her.”
No one knew what to say to that. It was true, she could be anywhere.
“If anyone has any answers on how to find her, please tell me,” Clark hoped they had some idea.
“Well, aren’t you telepathic, Clark? I know Superboy has that ability.” Bruce suggested.
“How did you know about that?” Kon-El was shocked by this. He had thought it was his and Megan’s secret.
“Everyone knows about it, Conner,” Bruce replied.
“It was our secret. How would you like it everyone blabbed about your little secret? Oh that’s right, it’s not a secret now, is it?” He taunted him.
Bruce frowned as his back went up. “That has nothing to do with anything.”
“Alright, you two, none of that matters now, because my telepathic abilities haven’t made themselves known, not since I arrived here years ago, so we have to think of something else.”
“But Dad, we should try it together. You never know, it may work,” Kon-El told him excited at the prospect that they could communicate in that way.
“I suppose it’s worth a try,” Clark responded, doubtful that it would work.
After a few minutes, Bruce spoke up. “Well, did it work?”
“No, we haven’t done it yet,” Kon-El responded a bit annoyed.
Bruce rolled his eyes then crossed his arms. “I’ll just wait over here while you two communicate.”
“Conner, it’s not working,” Clark finally told him.
“Just relax and look at me. That’s it; now concentrate on talking to me. Go on.”
Clark did as he said and … nothing was happening. “I’m sorry, son.”
Kon-El stared at his Father. Maybe if I was a full-blooded Kryptonian then it would work.
Your lips aren’t moving, but … I heard you!
Told ya! Conner smiled.
Clark spoke up then. “I can’t believe this.”
"It worked?” Bruce asked amazed.
“Yes, it worked,” Clark replied more excited than ever before.
“Ok, then, let’s find Kara!” Kon-El announced, ready to continue their search.
“Wait, doesn’t she have to be open to me as well to hear me?” Clark felt deflated at that question.
“Maybe she already is, but doesn’t know it yet … just like you,” Kon-El thoughtfully replied.
“I hope she’s ready, because I sure am.” Clark was also thoughtful, but also determined to find her and bring her home.
TBC!
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Song Inspiration: Believe, Josh Groban.
A/N: I’ve always shipped Diana/Bruce! I love them. I first wrote them in another story a few years ago called Period of Adjustment, and that was that! The telepathy angle also showed up in that story and I thought it was a remarkable ability, and I thought I’d add it here. It will come in handy! Now, tell me what you think. I would appreciate it. Until next week! Thank you for reading.