Chapter 32 (edited)

That night, Kara, Jonathan, and Martha even took Clark to see the spaceship that brought them to Earth. 

Jonathan handed Clark the key—a controller that had belonged to him since infancy. Due to Clark's young age, Jonathan had kept it safe on his behalf. 

This controller was not just the key to the spaceship; it was an activation switch for a smart system, containing vast knowledge and data. It could be compared to Iron Man's J.A.R.V.I.S., but with Krypton's advanced technology, such smart systems were standard for families of status. 

This system could manage households, assist in combat, and even function as an intelligent defense robot—illustrating Krypton's technological sophistication. 

Krypton's galaxy, located on the opposite side of the Milky Way, was home to more than just Kryptonian civilization. For example, the planet Daxam had its own advanced civilization and often stood in hostility toward Krypton. 

Daxamites and Kryptonians shared similar abilities when exposed to a yellow sun. However, their vulnerabilities differed: Kryptonians were weakened by kryptonite, while Daxamites were susceptible to lead. Interestingly, lead merely blocks Kryptonian x-ray vision; it doesn't harm them. 

The controller, small as it was, contained immense reserves of knowledge about Krypton, the El family, and more. It could clarify many of Clark's questions about his origins. 

Kara, understanding its importance, refrained from taking Clark's controller herself. Instead, she used her own to activate the ship's systems and access key information. 

This included recordings of Jor-El, Alura Zor-El, and even General Astra—Kara's aunt. She learned unsettling news: General Zod and Astra, two notorious rebels, had been imprisoned in the Phantom Zone together. 

Kara grew increasingly concerned. If General Zod returned, there was a strong chance Astra might reappear as an enemy too. 

While Kara processed these revelations, Clark struggled to come to terms with his Kryptonian heritage. The truth was overwhelming, and it took him days to regain his composure. 

Kara reassured him: 

"You're both a child of Krypton and Earth, Clark. You're part of the El family and the Kent family. There's no conflict—you are who you are. On Krypton, you're Kal-El, and here, you're Clark Kent. Embrace both." 

Kara herself had come to terms with her dual identity, finding strength in the love and care of her adoptive parents. 

Clark seemed comforted by Kara's words and the unwavering bond with Jonathan and Martha. 

Kara also encouraged Clark to delay exploring the North Pole for the ship. She suggested he take time to mature and even experience the world by traveling, as she once had. 

"But first, you have to finish school," she teased. "I've already graduated college. Don't embarrass me by skipping higher education!" 

Kara's playful challenge motivated Clark, who had the intellectual capacity to succeed. 

The Kent household returned to its peaceful rhythm. Both Kara and Clark remained deeply connected to their adoptive parents, honoring the years of love and care they'd received. 

In the following days, Martha accompanied Kara to town to shop for clothing. Kara chose practical items: pajamas, workout gear, and even formal office wear for her job hunt in Metropolis. 

True to her style, Kara favored pants over skirts, selecting jeans, trousers, and professional slacks. 

After returning, Kara also inquired about her two close friends from school, Jennie and Dani. She learned Jennie was now a prosecutor in Metropolis, while Dani had secured a high-ranking position in a secretive department. 

Kara couldn't help but feel slightly anxious. Both her friends were excelling, while she had yet to find her footing. 

"It seems I need to head to Metropolis soon and get my career back on track," she mused. 

Though she'd originally planned to spend more time with her family, their bond hadn't diminished despite her absence. Inspired by her friends' successes, Kara resolved to challenge herself in Metropolis once more. 

A few days later, she boarded a train bound for the bustling city, ready to begin anew.