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One year later
"Ma'am, you have a phone call on line 2," Lena's assistant's voice rings through the intercom. Asami thanks her and picks up the landline on her desk, and smiles when she hears who's on the other end. After their first interaction, Asami found herself thinking about this Kara girl quite a lot. Even though she claims not to be a reporter, the CEO can see the potential. Her aim to do the right thing, along with her dedication, and not to mention how adorable she is, sparked a small crush in Asami. For some reason, though, she can't shake the feeling that she already knew her from somewhere, like they were meant to know each other and be in each other's lives.
"Hi Ms. Danvers," Asami answers, "How can I help you today?"
"Oh, I was just wondering if you were able to meet me today for lunch? I just wanted to discuss some things with you about your company and the renaming ceremony. By myself. Clark can be a bit intense sometimes, haha," the superhero responds. Asami's heart picks up a tempo, overjoyed that Kara wanted to spend time alone with her.
"I think that would be lovely, Ms. Danvers," She says happily, "but unfortunately I can't. I'm flying today, to get the word out about L Corp," Asami finishes, dedication clear in her voice.
"That's the thing, Ms. Luthor," Asami stiffens at the name. She always loved her family, but the name Luthor now only gave her a harsh reminder of what her brother did and how everyone views her because of it. "I don't think it's such a great idea to go along with the ceremony. I'm not saying I don't love the idea, it's just that with the big publicity and your brother…" Kara trails off, "it just makes you a big target," she finishes.
Asami sighs, knowing that even though the adorable CatCo employee was right, there was no way she was stopping her event, "I'm sorry, Ms. Danvers, but there's nothing I can do. I need to prove myself to the people of National City, and the only way to do that is to get a fresh start by letting everyone know this company is built on justice."
"I just don't want to see you get hurt," Kara says quietly. Asami was sure she heard a hint of desperation in Kara's voice, and it nearly broke her. How can this small girl have so much power over me?
"Don't worry. I'm sure if anything goes wrong, Supergirl will be there to help, as always," Asami reassures. She smiles to herself at the thought of the hero, always admiring her from afar.
"Right. Supergirl," she hears from the other end of the phone, "well, I suppose I can't convince you otherwise. I really hope all goes well. I'll be in attendance, helping Mr. Kent with his article on L Corp, so I'll see you there. Good luck, Lena," Kara lets the name slip out. Asami chuckles as the other girl sputters, but is interrupted before she can correct herself.
"Thank you, Ms. Danvers," she replies, "I hope to be in contact with you soon. Good day." Kara bids her goodbye as well and she hangs up the phone. Asami smiles to herself yet again, and she really feels like daily conversation with Kara Danvers is more natural than anything she's ever done.
After the near death experience in her own helicopter, Asami is spread out on her couch in her office. She's thinking about the events of the day and why someone would want her dead. She supposes it's her mother… she never really liked her, not being blood related and all. Or maybe someone's mad that she's changing the face of Luthor Corp. Either way, someone is trying to kill her.
Thankfully, though, someone she had always been a fan of saved her. Supergirl. She had always hoped of meeting her. Maybe not in the particular way she had, but regardless, her dreams of seeing the beautiful Kryptonian in person were met. Asami thanks her lucky stars, and feels relief in knowing someone is now looking out for her, especially if it's the hottest hero in all of National City. Hell, even all of the planet. She can't hide her infatuation, and a sheepish grin finds its way onto her face. She can, however, tell that there was some sort of hidden meaning behind their unfortunate meet and greet.
It's no secret that Supergirl is special, that Asami's sure of. But she somehow knows that they were meant to know each other and be in each other's lives, much like how she felt with Kara. Maybe it's because they're both big names in National City, but she figures that isn't right. It isn't like Kara has a big reputation for herself, though Asami can tell she's on her way. Lena Luthor, Supergirl, and Kara Danvers are all linked together, but how? Supergirl fights against the forces of evil to save the world, Lena's rebuilding her company to assure the public L Corp stands for justice, and small-town girl Kara Danvers is hardly even a reporter for a teen-like magazine that judges celebrities' lives. The CEO just can't put her finger on it. Maybe another encounter with either of the women (preferably both) will help clear it up for her.
Okay, why the Hell was I almost killed twice this week? Asami thinks to herself following the attack on the renaming ceremony. She's lying in bed, going over the events of the past few days and evaluating why someone (she now suspects her brother, Lex) would care so much about Luthor Corp being renamed that they would have her killed. Yes, Lex did lose his mind, but she never thought he would go so far as to get rid of his own sister, even if she was adopted.
Once again, though, her favourite hero was there to save the day. Albeit, she got some help from that FBI agent, and not to mention Asami herself shooting that guy. Hopefully that will show Lex she's stronger than he thinks she is. Regardless, Supergirl was there for her, for the second time this week, and Asami is forever grateful. This time, she made a connection.
Kara Danvers is Supergirl.
It makes sense; Kara wears the glasses and dresses conservatively as a cover up, works for CatCo, making a life for herself. They share the same eyes, body shape, hair, smile, dimples, even the scar near her left eyebrow (not that Asami notices every little detail). There's no doubt that the Kryptonian hero and the quaint magazine employee are one in the same. The only thing to do now is to find a way to prove it.
Asami sighs in thought and turns over in her bed, her brain working to come up with a plan.
The next day, Clark Kent and Kara Danvers are in the CEO's office, showing Clark's article from the Daily Planet to her. Asami reads it over, a satisfied feeling coming over her. Finally, she broke through to Mr. Kent, and got him to write a positive article about how L-Corp stands only for truth and justice. She needed this feeling of relief after a particularly hard week, with her brother trying to kill her and discovering Kara is Supergirl.
She thanks the man and looks over to Kara who's sheepishly ducking her head. Asami comments about how she never saw her name in the article, Kara replies that she's still not a reporter, and Asami can only smile back and say, "you could've fooled me". She sees the growing blush forming on the younger girl's face, and tells her she hopes to meet again. Ms. Danvers agrees, and the two head out.
Asami sits back in her chair and ponders yet again. It's a wonder how someone so meek and humble can be the brave superhero their city is protected by. Although, they certainly do share the same need to put everyone else first, and they are both determined in their own aspects. She moves forward and places her elbows on the desk, crosses her hands and rests her chin on them. She has to do something.
Her mind wanders, and a quick while later she's at it again. Designing another device, this time one that will tell her who's from this world and who isn't.
This is how she'll know that Kara Danvers is Supergirl. Or, judging by the deep feeling in her gut, perhaps something more.