37. Just a Kiss

The week following their date and night together, Kara threw herself into training and spending time with her team. She loved getting to know the women who usually played for other teams, learning their strengths and weaknesses so that they could be stronger together. Kate seemed to have moved on, clearly having lost the battle to give Kara a hard time about Lena. Or so it seemed.

On Thursday her coach asked her to stay after practice. Kara felt nervous, having no idea what it could be about. She wondered if her coach had caught a glimpse of the marks Lena had left on her back. When she'd begged Lena to mark her, she hadn't thought through how exposed she sometimes became in the heat of playing, when she was at an all out run down the field, or working for the ball in a tight spot with bodies slamming and jerseys getting pulled, intentionally or not.

She also had to avoid changing in the locker room and showering with the team, but, she really didn't care. She loved being able to squeeze her shoulder and feel the slight sting of Lena's mark, or stopping as she got out of the shower to glance in the mirror at the reminder of their night together. The marks were slowly fading and she figured it would only be another week or so and she wouldn't need to worry about the team seeing them. And who cared anyway? Sure, they might tease her, but they'd have no way to know who had done it. All these thoughts flashed through her mind as she slowly made her way to the office.

"Have a seat, Kara." Coach Lance said as she entered. Kara could see a smirk.

"Coach, listen, I can explain..." Kara started in.

"Kara, relax. I'm not calling you on the carpet. Though I do wonder what you're ready to explain now that you said that..."

Kara slammed her mouth closed and waited, determined not to get herself in trouble now that she realized she wasn't already.

"I just wanted to tell you, you're doing a fantastic job out there. You got off to a rocky start by being late on Day 1, but now that we're near the end of the week 2 I can tell you're working your butt off - clearly putting your heart into it. And not only your playing, but you're really helping to unite the team, bringing players from the different teams together. You're showing real leadership."

"Wow, thanks Coach!"

"But...I've noticed some tension between you and Kane." Kara got quiet and looked at her feet.

"I thought so." Her coach eyed her closely. "Is this because of that cheap move she made on you during the final match?"

"Not really. Yeah, there's been some tension. But it's nothing I can't handle."

"Then I don't suppose this is related to her past relationship with a certain sponsor of ours?"

Kara flashed on the image of Sara discovering her on her knees before Lena in the crew cabin. She decided to stay quiet.

"Listen, Kara. I don't need to know what's going on between you and Lena. It's none of my business. What is my business is if two of my top players have a beef."

"There's no beef, Coach! I promise, it's not a problem."

"Good. Because the reason I've called you in here is that I'm considering making you our team captain. But, you'd have to be captain for everyone. Not just the ones who've never fucked your girlfriend."

"Sara!" Kara exclaimed, shocked at her candor.

"Well? You're not denying it."

"Coach, I promise. I can be captain for all." Kara said, taking a deep breath and pulling herself together.

"I hope so. Captain or not, you have to be able to work with everyone out there. You can't let any past drama put you off your game."

"Absolutely not." Kara said. "I want to give our team the best possible chance of winning. Captain or not, I'm going to do everything in my power to win."

"Excellent!" Sara said, her face breaking into a smile. "That's all I wanted to hear."

Kara squirmed in her seat, feeling very ready to get out of there.

"OK, I can see this has been sufficiently awkward. You can go see your girl now."

"No, Coach, I'm not..."

"Like I said - none of my business." Sara broke in, holding up her hands. "I'll make a decision about captain next week. Why don't you go hit the showers, Supergirl?"

***

Kara leaned against her locker and rubbed the top of her stiff shoulder, which also made her feel the slight sting of a bruise from Lena. She was stalling while the last of her teammates cleared out so she could shower and meet her sister out for dinner. The slight pain stimulated the memory of Lena biting her while buried deep inside her, and the feeling of Lena's tears neck. Touching the marks never failed to cause her pulse to quicken, her cunt to ache.

At last she managed to get showered, changed, and made it to the restaurant. When she arrived she found that Alex had very helpfully ordered appetizers that had already arrived. Kara was always starving after practice and of course her sister knew it.

"Hey, sis! Thanks for ordering." Kara smiled as she slid into the booth and began diving into the bar food that she loved. Alex just smirked as she watched her inhaling the food.

"Well, you've got to keep your strength up." Alex chuckled. "You've all have been working so hard. Seems like training is going much better this week."

"Yes! I'm really excited about well it's going."

"And it seems you've managed to stay away from a certain notorious sponsor..."

"Alex!" Kara said with her mouth full. "How would you know, anyway? You've hardly been home at all!"

"Sorry. You know I have that doorbell camera now. It sends me a video whenever anyone comes and goes."

"Right, I forgot that Big Sister is watching..." Kara shook her head. "That's actually something I've wanted to talk to you about... if you would ever come home.. Um, we've decided to...I mean, well...Lena's my girlfriend!"

"Really?" Alex sounded shocked. "I...wow, that's wonderful! I mean, Sam tells me she's crazy about you. And from what I see she treats you right. And you seem...very happy."

"Yeah. Thanks, Alex, I really am." Kara smiled softly. "But enough about me. Seems like things are are going well with Sam?"

"The best!" Alex burst out after a moment of holding back. "She's really...something else entirely."

"Well, you'll be happy to know that I'll be moving out after the Cup. I'm getting my own place. Then you two will be free to do...whatever you want to do...at your place as well."

"I'm not happy to hear that, actually. You know I like having you around. And I'm sorry I haven't been home more."

"It's totally fine, Alex. I know how it is when you're in the flush of a new relationship. Or at least...I know how I wish it could be." Kara smiled a bit sadly, thinking how long it would be before she could see Lena.

"I know it's hard not seeing Lena when you're training. But I think you made the right decision. Seems like it's made a big difference in your training - better for your game and the team."

"No, it's much worse than that. I won't get to see her until after the Cup!"

"What? Why?"

"It's complicated. But basically it seems like her family is awful and potentially trying to steal her company and maybe also will come after me just to be mean to her!" Kara rambled.

"What? Why?"

"Didn't you just say that?"

"Kara, seriously, what the hell?"

"Truly Alex, it doesn't matter. Or it won't matter - in the long run. I just really...miss her, right now."

"I'm sorry." Alex reached across the table to squeeze her hand. "I have to say though, despite all you're dealing with, you seem very happy."

"I am! It's hard, but it's only temporary. I can't explain it, Alex. I know we've had a lot of ups and downs, and haven't been together very long. But I'm happy just knowing we'll be together, after all of this. No, I mean, we are together. Whether we see each other or not."

"It's great seeing you so...content." Alex smiled. "And anyway, you'll see her tomorrow night, right? I can't believe she would miss..."

"Right, yes. Lena warned me there would be a send-off party tomorrow and Coach announced it to the team yesterday. I guess the national team needs more financial backing now that the Committee is insisting we get paid as much as the men's team, at least during the tournament. Lena agreed to host the party to build more support. She's very smart about these things, so I'm sure it's a good strategy."

"Yes, I'm sure." Alex smirked. "I wish you could see your face - you are so gone for her!"

"You should talk!" The sisters just smiled knowingly at each other.

"So, are you ready for Florida?"

"I guess. I think it'll help me and the other Spirit players be more focused. I want to do whatever I can to help us win."

"I know. And I know there's a lot on your shoulders to make that happen." Alex said.

"Well, I wouldn't be here without you."

"And I'm going to be with you every step of the way. Even in Florida! God help me."

"I guess you'll miss your girlfriend as well."

"Yeah." Alex said with a small smile. "I guess so."

"Adorable. And disgusting!"

"Speak for yourself!"

"Don't worry, we're going to have fun. Make the most of our forced vacation. And abstinence."

"Ugh, I know. Sam's been super supportive, but I can tell she's not looking forward to the month separation."

"At least we'll have each other." Kara smiled and held out her fist. "Stronger together?"

Alex fist bumped her and smiled. "Stronger together!"

***

Lena's week was decidedly less pleasant, beginning Monday with the promised visit by her brother to discuss his renewed 'interest' in the company. To make matters worse, her mother joined the meeting. They both came under the pretense of concern for L-Corp's financial well-being, and their interest in supporting Lena's success at leading the company. They feigned concern for her decisions to support research projects that they felt had more potential for societal benefit than financial reward. While Lena dreamed of ending famine and mitigating climate change, her family apparently worried that, though her lofty goals were ambitious, they would not be lucrative in the way that other projects might be.

Lena tried to remain calm as she leaned back in her chair and regarded the last of her living family. After over an hour of discussion she was ready to climb the wall.

"Lena, won't you listen to reason? Those are all lovely ideas, but they aren't things people will pay for. They belong to everyone. And when everyone benefits from something then nobody pays for it. It's just not good business strategy."

"That is exactly why rich companies like L-Corp need to step up and make them happen." Lena said, feeling exasperated. "Please, Mother! Can't you see that not everything is about the bottom line."

"You might not want the board to hear you say that."

"Listen, both of you. I don't have time to hash this out with the Board right now. We have some important initiatives underway. I don't want anything to slow them down."

"Of course." Lex broke in with a condescending sneer. "I wouldn't want anything to slow down your initiatives."

Lena glared at him, seeing the cold smirk on his face. As much as she wanted to smack it, she knew she had to stay calm.

"How about this, as a temporary solution. I give Lex control of his own R & D department, with freedom to develop what you see fit. Of course there will be a review before anything goes to market. But during the development period, Lex will have control." Lena held her breath and tried not to show how much she wanted Lex to accept the offer. She was convinced that if given enough rope, he would hang himself.

Lex's eyes flashed with suspicion, but in the end he couldn't resist the offer. Fresh out of the Arkham Asylum, he didn't have many options. And given now well L-Corp stock had been doing under Lena, he didn't have a strong case with the Board. Lena and Lex conveyed all these understandings between each other with their eyes in mere moments. Eventually Lex took a deep breath to respond.

"Thanks, Sis. I do have some ideas that I'm really excited about. And if I can have the freedom to develop them, I'm sure I can turn this place around."

"Well, given our stock price and financial situation, I don't think there is an urgent need to turn anything around, but I'm happy to support your aspirations." Lena gave Lex her best death glare and added. "Dear Brother."

"Now, now, children." Lillian broke in. "Can we please be civil?"

"Really, Mother? Surely you can see that what I've offered is...beyond civil."

"What you've offered is very fair, Lena." Lillian acknowledged. "Now Lex, will you please shake hands on this agreement?"

Lex didn't mutter word. But he did lean over enough for a brief shake of his sister's hand.

"I'm only trying to help the family business." He muttered. But he looked defeated, and he left the office soon after with his mother.

Lena breathed a sigh of relief. At least Lex had managed to leave Kara out of it. He may have told Lillian, but she doubted that since Lillian hadn't mentioned it. Lena knew that Lex and possibly her mother were merely keeping that knowledge for leverage in the future. But for now she could bide her time and continue with her plans.

As soon as Lex and her mother left she called Jess and told her to send her Chief of IT Security as soon as possible. He was at her door within 2 minutes of her call.

"Mr. Dox, please, come in."

The always-reticent man entered, his eyes darting all over the room.

"How can I help, Ms. Luthor?"

"Mr. Dox, my brother is back with the company. He'll be heading his own research division. That means he will be on our networks with the potential to access our databases. I want to make sure that he will not be able to gain access to my personal communications, and some of my own research projects. I want to have some "black holes" that no one will be able to access. Regardless of how good they are with computers and coding."

"Not a problem, ma'am. If you can inform me about which projects then I will be sure to make them invisible to the system, and provide you with your own access codes."

"Thank you, Mr. Dox." Lena said with a bright smile. "And one other thing that may take a bit of time..."

"Anything, ma'am."

"I need to be able to see what is happening in my brother's lab. Be assured that he will take extraordinary measures to prevent anyone from having that access. As I've said, it may take a bit of time to figure out. I'm hoping you'll have an advantage by starting before he does. Whatever it takes, it is of the up most importance that I have eyes on his work. As soon as I decide what space and facilities he will use I will let you know."

"I do enjoy a challenge, Ms. Luthor. I don't expect it to be a problem."

"Thank you, Mr. Dox. Please don't hesitate to contact me if there is anything you need."

The man disappeared without another word. Lena smiled, knowing she had the right person for the job. She'd given him enough rope. She hoped it was only a matter of time before Lex managed to hang himself. She just needed to be make sure of the evidence and the grave digging.

***

That Saturday night Kara was nearly beside herself with nerves and excitement about the send-off/fundraiser party for her new team. She'd already packed and was ready to fly out the next day, but she hadn't seen Lena in a week and was feeling antsy about the thought of it. Even though they'd spent most of the night and morning naked together at Lena's place less than a week ago, she was ready for a fix. Sadly, she knew she wouldn't be getting it, given the media presence and important people who would be there. But she felt excited just for the chance to be in the same room with her. After a week of nothing but calls and texts, at least she would soon be seeing Lena in person.

Lena sent her car to bring Kara to the party. When she called Kara to tell her that Vaz was waiting outside whenever she was ready, Kara protested.

"Lena, I can make it to the party on my own. I'm not helpless!" Kara tried to sound irritated, but even she could hear the smile in her own voice. Truthfully, she was excited to catch up Vaz, one of the few people in the world who knew that she and Lena were together. Vaz had been a good friend when she was in Tokyo and she appreciated that they could talk more freely than with most others.

"I know you're not helpless! In fact you are decidedly...helpful." Kara could hear Lena's smirk as well.

"I think you can make anything sound sexual." Kara huffed and squeezed her thighs together. It was going to be a long night.

"I'm sorry. I just wanted...I mean, just because we can't go to the party together doesn't mean can't spoil you a little."

"Well, I do appreciate it. And Alex is going to be very happy that we don't have to wait on a Lyft. Thank you, Lena."

"I just wish I was waiting in that back seat for you." She husked. "I can't wait to see you tonight. Even if I'm only allowed to look but not touch...

"God, me too."

Kara and Alex eventually finished getting ready and made their way to the car. Kara enjoyed catching up with Vaz, who couldn't help but tell Kara some funny things Lena had said that week that showed how much she missed Kara. Kara's heart melted even further.

When the sisters walked into the party, both were excited to see their girlfriends and to have some fun with the team. Both were discreetly scoping the scene for different women but neither had any luck. As it turned out, both their girlfriends were schmoozing promising potential sponsors for the national team. Kara gravitated towards the long tables of beautiful hors d'oeuvres.

"I'm going to grab a drink." Alex squeezed Kara's elbow before releasing her towards the buffet. "Be good, Sis."

"Always." Kara gave her a wink. She looked around the room to see who was there, but her attention was quickly drawn to a man making loud conversation, clearly trying to draw attention to himself. She turned to see the man she'd barely glimpsed at Lena's place the week before.

So this is the famous Lex Luthor. I wonder if Lena knows he's here. She thought to herself. She watched as he continued to hold court. At one point he glanced at her and his smile widened in recognition. She turned away quickly and moved towards the smell of food. Moments later she was happily piling her plate with delicious treats. As she came away from the line of tables Lucy spotted her and rushed over.

"Hey!" She said excitedly, waving her champagne glass. "Do you want a drink?"

"I'm good, Lucy. I have my hands full." She smiled and they made their way to a tall table so Kara could set down her plates to eat.

"So, where's tall, dark, and handsome?" Kara asked.

"He had a work assignment. I'm hoping he'll be able to make it before the party's over."

"I wish you could see your face. You look so...excited. Happy."

"I am. He's really...someone special." Lucy said. "But what about you? You seem...oddly happy yourself."

"Why do you say 'oddly'?"

"I don't know. You just haven't been yourself since...well...a while."

"I'm great, Luce. I promise. Never better." Kara put a large potsticker in her mouth and began chewing while trying to keep from smiling. As she chewed she realized Lena must have exercised some influence over the menu, knowing how much she loved them.

As the ate she suddenly saw Lucy's eyes go wide at something she'd spotted over Kara's shoulder. Kara couldn't help but turn quickly to see what had made Lucy react. She nearly spit out her mouthful as she turned to see Lena walking in. She wore a beautiful tuxedo, complete with a white shirt and bow-tie. Suddenly Kara was coughing, nearly choking on her food.

"Kara, are you OK?" Lucy said, hitting her on the back.

She managed to pull it together and swallow her food after some coughs and throat clearing. She turned back to see Lena in a serious conversation with the CEO of Galaxy Broadcasting System, who had hailed her just as she was entering. The sight of Lena took Kara's breath away.

"I'm going to get you some water." Lucy said, disappearing. Kara found herself alone at the table for a few moments before one of her new teammates appeared.

"Hey, Kara." The tall blonde beamed at her.

"Hey, Ava. You clean up nice!" Kara said, looking her up and down. "Not trying to impress anyone are you?" She'd noticed her teammate's crush on their coach and thought it was very cute.

"Whatever do you mean?" Ava smiled and laughed, clearly surprised.

"Oh, nothing." Kara said with a smirk. Just then Lucy appeared with a tall glass of water and Kara took it from her and downed half of it in a two gulps. By the time she had a chance to look around Lena was gone again.

"You, OK? You're looking a bit flushed." Ava asked.

"I'm fine. Totally fine." Kara said, swallowing roughly. After seeing Lena dressed to kill she realized the night was going to be harder than she thought. No pun intended.

Kara looked around the room and happened to see Sam enter next. She was soon greeted enthusiastically by Alex and they made their way to the bar. She couldn't help but feel a bit jealous that they could be so open about their relationship. She decided it was a good time to check in with her sister and Sam since both knew she was in a relationship with Lena. She just needed a minute to not pretend that she was nearly bowled over by her entrance.

As she approached the couple they were clinking glasses of champagne.

"Hey, Kara! Have a drink with us." Sam said warmly and turned to get her a glass.

"Thanks, I just...needed a minute."

"You OK?"

"Yes, just...had some food go down the wrong way."

"Mhmm. You've never seen Lena in a tux before, have you?" Sam said with a smirk.

"No." Kara admitted. "She's...breathtaking."

"Well, if it makes you feel any better, you look amazing."

"Thanks, I...that doesn't make me feel better. I just really wish..."

"I know, Kara. You don't need to explain." Sam took Alex's hand and squeezed it. "Would it make you feel better to know she feels the same way? She misses you terribly."

"I know." In that instant Kara looked over and spotted Lena already engaged in another conversation. This time Lena noticed her and gave a quick wink.

"It's going to be a long night." Kara said. "I guess I better go schmooze."

"You are the star attraction." Sam said, handing off a glass to Kara. "Go make your girl proud."

As Kara turned to go she was almost immediately engaged by a VIP from Obsidian North. She smiled and nodded and did her best to be charming. It wasn't long before another potential sponsor joined them, and it kept going on that way. People coming and going, excited to have a word with her and shake her hand. She could feel the energy, the excitement they felt and interest in her. Kara kept it up for over an hour before she needed a break. She made an excuse and went to the bar. She needed a drink.

She asked for same wine and then leaned on a tall table near the bar to take in the scene for a moment. Actually, she was just trying to catch a glimpse of Lena since she'd been engaged non-stop with fans and potential sponsors and hadn't had a chance. She glanced across the dance floor and spotted Lucy and her boyfriend James moving to the music in a close embrace. She smiled at the sight of her friend looking so happy.

Looking further around the room Kara finally caught a glimpse of Lena sitting on the far side of it, clearly captivating a table of guests. A few moments later, Kara's eyes narrowed as she saw Andrea Rojas come up behind Lena's chair. She put her hand on Lena's shoulder and leaned in close and whispered into her ear. She watched as Lena's face broke into a smile and a laugh. She couldn't hear but imagined the sound of it. In the next moment Lena took Andrea's hand from her shoulder and squeezed it, looking up at her with a smile on her face.

It all happened in the blink of an eye. Kara saw red flash across her field of vision, and stood up from where she was leaning, determined to cross the room and confront Andrea. She hated the sight of her touching Lena. Now she was leaning in again, her lips practically touching Lena's ear. She took a few quick steps towards their table across the room before she was intercepted by a young woman asking for an autograph. She stopped and graciously provided it while answering a few of the typical fan questions.

By the time she extracted herself Kara thought better of her urge to confront Andrea. Instead she made her way quickly towards a door to the terrace nearby. Someone else tried to talk to her, but she couldn't bring herself to stop. She pretended not to notice and walked right by.

Once outside she took a deep breath and leaned against the railing, looking out at the lights of the city.

"You complete idiot." She said out loud to herself. She knew she was being ridiculous, and yet the sight of them together had made her incredibly jealous. It seemed so unfair that she couldn't see Lena for weeks. She tried to calm down by checking her texts. She answered a couple and then sent a quick text to Lena.

K: You look amazing tonight. Thanks for hosting this for the team. I'm sure it will raise a lot of money.

Hitting send she immediately heard a ping. She turned towards the door to see Lena approaching. She squeezed her hands tightly around the railing to keep from rushing to her.

Lena continued coming towards her with composure, stopping a few feet away and leaning against the same railing. Looking down at the message she whispered.

"Thanks. I'm glad you think so."

"I'm not the only one." Kara said a bit grumpily, looking out over the city and not at Lena. From behind no one would be able to tell they were even talking.

"Well, you're the one I dressed for."

"Really?"

"Of course." Lena said, her lips curling into a knowing smile. "But I assume you're referring to Andrea."

"Why do you say that?" Kara said, feeling chastised.

"Jess texted me that you nearly bowled over a VIP from Cyberdyne Systems on your way out here. Since Andrea was practically kissing my ear at the time, I made an assumption. Am I wrong?"

"I guess not." Kara sighed. "I admit, I felt jealous seeing you two together. Honestly, I almost came over there to remove her hand from your shoulder. But then I realized I'm being ridiculous."

"Well, if you looked closely you would have seen that I removed it."

"Yeah, I did notice." Kara admitted.

"And if you think I would be the least bit interested in Andrea when I'm with you, then yes, you are being ridiculous."

"I'm sorry."

"There's no need for you to apologize, Kara. I'm sorry if that upset you. Andrea and I have a long history. Our relationship is very complicated, going back to boarding school and now overlapping business interests. And yes, sex. I think we've gotten very good at using each other for various...needs. But it's never been about love. And it's nothing compared to what I feel for you."

Kara continued looking out over the city, wishing she could move into Lena's arms but knowing someone could walk out at any moment. Rather than complain she just stayed quiet.

"Still with me, Kara?"

"Always." Kara whispered.

Lena shifted slightly closer and rested her hand on the railing near Kara's, without touching her.

"I just wish..." Kara's voice dropped off. Despite Lena's understanding she was feeling silly for getting upset.

"What do you need, baby?"

"You." Kara whispered. "Lena, with all the security we had to go through for the party. And all the media out there, focused on the party. Along with your brother. Couldn't we just...sneak away? Around the corner and out of sight. Just for a few minutes together?"

Lena closed her eyes and took a deep breath.

"I miss you so much." Kara moved her fingers over the top of Lena's hand, caressing her fingers gently before pulling them back. "Please."

"OK. Of course. I..." Lena was clearly feeling conflicted. "If you follow this balcony around you'll eventually get to my office. It's the only room in the building that no one can see the camera footage of without my permission."

Kara didn't say another word, just turned and walked away. She didn't want to risk saying something to change Lena's mind. But she chuckled when she heard Lena cursing under her breath and chastising herself as she turned to go:

"This is a terrible idea, Luthor!"

Kara eventually reached the exterior door to Lena's office, remembering it from the celebration for the Spirit that L-Corp had hosted. Of course that was the night that Lena confronted Mikel, right in his very office. After a moment of revulsion at the memory of him, her heart skipped a beat at the memory of Lena defending her. She couldn't help but shiver at the memory of him cowering before Lena. Even though Kara knew she could stand on her own, it felt good to know that someone as powerful as Lena was on her side.

She tried the door to Lena's office but found it was locked. She turned and waited in anticipation, watching Lena eventually round the corner and walk towards her, Lena's eyes never leaving hers as she came closer. She stepped aside without a word. Lena entered the door code and held the door for her. Kara moved inside quickly, nearly jumping out of her skin in need to touch Lena. But when she turned Lena hadn't moved any closer. She had a cautious expression and was eyeing her closely.

As much as she longed to move into Lena's arms, instead, she took a few steps away to give Lena space. She leaned her hips against Lena's large desk.

"You seem so distant. Should we get back to the party? I don't want you to feel uncomfortable or anxious. I just thought..."

"You aren't making me uncomfortable. It's just that...you look positively smashing in that dress. And you smell so wonderful, and...I'm afraid to touch you."

"It's OK. We should get back anyway." Kara stood up off the desk, preparing to go, but then Lena was suddenly next to her in a two quick steps.

"Wait." Lena stepped close and put a hand on Kara's hip to still her. Kara inhaled sharply.

"Before we go, I just want to make sure you understand, Kara. Whether it's Andrea, or Kate, or another ex, or any other person at all, for that matter. There's no one else I want. It's only you. It can only, and ever, be you."

Kara reached out to take Lena's hand and squeezed it. "Thank you. I guess I did need to hear that."

"Is there anything else you need?"

Kara hesitated. She could hear the music far down the hall change from a dancy Dua Lipa tune to "Miss Chatelaine" by k.d.lang. It had always been a favorite, especially when she was in the flush of getting to know someone new who had caught her eye. It was such a romantic song and it occurred to her then that it was written by a woman, who was singing about falling in love with a woman.

"Maybe just...one dance?"

Lena smirked, and lifted Kara's hand to her lips for kiss. "You are going to be the death of me, Kara Danvers."

She put her hand behind Kara's back and smoothly moved into a traditional couples dancing posture. Kara put her arm on Lena's shoulder as Lena began to lead them in a whirling waltz. Kara realized it fit perfectly with the string music of the song and also kept their bodies somewhat at a distance. But she was happy to at last be in Lena's arms and, not surprisingly, found she was a talented dancer. But it was Lena who complimented her.

"You're very good, Kara."

"You sound surprised."

"Well, not many people our age are forced to take ballroom dance classes like the Luthor children were."

"Actually, Eliza did make me go to Cotillion to learn the basics, which I absolutely hated. But now I'm glad I did." She was enjoying spinning around the room with Lena leading. A few moments later Lena dipped her backward and they both laughed, as they went too low and nearly toppled. As they came up their bodies moved closer together as the abandoned the formal steps of the waltz and just swayed in each others arms.

"Someday we'll dance in front of that crowd out there. In front of anyone we like." Lena whispered into her ear. Kara just hummed acknowledgement.

"Hey, is that a tear?" Lena asked, feeling her cheek.

"Don't worry, I'm not upset. These are happy tears. It feels so good to be in your arms. To hear how you feel about me." Kara said. "It's not easy being here, seeing you - looking like this - and not being able to touch you. I guess I'm just feeling emotional."

"You don't have to explain." Lena said, she kissed the tear on Kara's cheek away. Kara closed her eyes and took a deep breath. Lena then kissed both her eyelids.

"We should get back." Lena said, but continued gentle kisses on down Kara's cheek.

"Yes, we really should." Kara said, but she moved her hand behind Lena's head to encourage her movements. Lena continued, kissing gently over her ear and down the side of her neck.

Kara teased her fingers into Lena's hair, scratching her scalp and holding her tighter to keep her from moving away. Lena didn't show any interest in moving away. She continued moving lower, dragging her lips lower down Kara's neck.

"God, Kara, your neck is so perfect." Lena was now moving dangerously close to Kara's cleavage. Kara was conflicted, knowing if she went further it would be hard for either of them to stop, yet, she really didn't want it to stop. She gripped slightly to pull Lena back and looked into her eyes.

"Sorry, I got carried away." Lena apologized.

Kara didn't say anything, but took Lena's hand and turned away, leading her towards the nearby desk. When she got to it she lifted herself up onto it and pulled Lena in. She could see the look of helplessness, of loss of control on Lena's face as she moved closer until she was standing between Kara's legs. In another moment their mouths came together in a desperate, deep kiss. Kara slid her arms inside Lena's jacket, gripping her back and pulling her closer.

"Kara..." Lena gasped.

"Shhh...please, don't tell me to stop." Kara shifted her hips forward to the edge of the desk to bring their hips together.

"I...I can't." Lena murmured.

"Can't do this or can't tell me to stop?"

"Can't tell you to stop." Lena husked. Kara smiled into Lena's mouth. Lena's hands moved down to grip her ass tightly. "What do you want?"

"You. We can be quick, just...I really want to feel you inside me right now."

"Oh, fuck." Lena gasped. Kara moved a hand to Lena's abdomen and slid it over the top of her pants. She could feel Lena's cock responding enthusiastically to her touch.

"Oh, yes." Kara smirked and eased back so she could use both hands to work on Lena's pants button. "Please. We're flying out tomorrow and I probably won't even see you for a month. Please. Fuck me, Lena."

Lena growled deeply, but pulled away to move around the desk. She rummaged around, then quickly returned and laid a condom next to Kara on the desk.

"Glad to see you're always prepared." Kara scoffed, twinging at the reminder of a how much of a player Lena had been, both according to the paparazzi and according to Lena. She pushed the thought away and began to work on Lena's zipper.

Lena moved her hands to Kara's thighs, sliding her dress up quickly so she could reach her panties as Kara finished releasing the zipper and reached her hand inside to grip Lena's cock, causing her to call out in pleasure.

"Let me take these off." Lena whispered.

"No time...just..." That's all Lena needed to hear to do what she was longing to do anyway. She quickly tore at the thin fabric and slid her fingers into Kara's dripping cunt.

"Oh god, Kara." Lena gasped at the feeling. Kara was stroking her rapidly hardening shaft over her underwear. In the next moment she had taken her out and reached for the condom. Kara tore it open using her teeth and quickly rolled it over Lena's cock.

"Yes, baby. So, so good. Your hands feel so good." Lena murmured as she continued caressing Kara's clit and sliding her fingers gently inside.

Kara knew they didn't have much time before they were missed at the party, if they weren't already. She didn't want Lena to waste anytime being careful and letting her adjust. She pushed Lena's hand away, then lifted herself up slightly to bring her cunt to Lena's rock hard shaft. She moved her hips back and forth to get her nice and wet before beginning to push herself down onto the tip of Lena's burning cock. Kara wanted her fully hilted as soon as possible.

"Do it, Lena." Kara demanded. She braced herself on Lena's shoulders and continued gyrating her hips. Lena understood and immediately shifted forward roughly, giving Kara everything she could in one thrust. Lena let go with a deep groan of pleasure.

"Yes! Oh fuck, yes..." Kara called out. "Don't stop!"

Lena began thrusting more rapidly, grunting almost uncontrollably. "Not gonna...stop. I'm gonna fuck you till you feel it in your throat..." Lena growled.

Kara could feel Lena's thick shaft dragging over her g-spot and hitting into her cervix with each thrust. After being wet for her all night, it didn't take Kara long. "Lena...yes, I'm gonna...cum all over your cock."

"Yes. Oh yes, baby..." Lena reached down to stimulate her clit. "Cum all over me."

"Cum with me! Please..." Kara gasped, causing Lena to move even more rapidly, driving them both to the edge.

"OH. FUCK!" Both women froze as they suddenly heard another voice in the distance. Kara looked over Lena's shoulder to see a woman standing outside the glass doors of her office. Kara knew she couldn't really see much due to the darkness of the hallway and office, but clearly she could tell by their positions what was going on.

"It's Jess!" Kara whispered. She bit her lip for a moment before hissing into Lena's ear. "Just...don't you fucking stop..."

"Are you sure?." Lena gasped. Instead of a verbal response Kara squeezed Lena's ass and shifted forward to push her deeper.

Lena seemed to have no choice but to obey as she resumed her movements, quickly driving them both over the edge as she whispered in amazement:

"Oh. Fuck!"