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Kapitel 21: Chapter 21 (edited)

After a day of excitement and fun in the metropolis, as evening approached, the three girls became quite well-behaved and sensible, making sure to catch the last train back home.

The parents of the three families sent the male heads to pick them up, and the fathers—who had grown acquainted through their children—chatted casually while waiting for the train to arrive.

Once the girls emerged from the station, the families briefly said their goodbyes before driving home.

Among the vehicles, the pickup truck belonging to Kara's family was noticeably old compared to the others, but Kara didn't care at all. She enthusiastically shared stories with Jonathan, recounting all the interesting things she had experienced in the metropolis.

"I even met an old wizard, and he gave me a magic book," Kara shared openly. She saw no need to hide it—her foster parents already knew about her biggest secret, let alone something relatively minor like this.

However, Jonathan was immediately on edge. "A wizard? A magic book? What kind of trouble have you gotten into now?"

Kara pouted in mock innocence. Why did everyone always assume she was a troublemaker?

Really, they didn't understand her other side, and it was probably for the best if she didn't talk about it casually.

"No trouble at all. The wizard might want something from me in the future, so he gave me a gift in advance," Kara explained nonchalantly. She had previously experienced a vision, a passive glimpse of the future, where she saw the Seven Deadly Sins breaking free.

If the current Shazam couldn't handle the seven entities, Kara knew she would have to step in.

In hindsight, she realized the vision might not have been her natural ability—it could very well have been something the wizard Shazam had shown her intentionally.

Kara had initially wondered why the wizard was so accommodating, giving her a magic book without any resistance.

But then she understood. It was an investment. A favor owed.

Shazam was preparing her for the inevitable. Kara and Clark's strength relied on their Kryptonian physiology—pure physical might. But the Seven Deadly Sins were magical beings, a whole different realm.

The magic book—or rather, books—served to equip Kara with tools and methods to face these foes when the time came.

"What kind of magic book is it?" Jonathan asked, his tone laced with concern. "It's not one of those that summon demons, is it?"

Kara rolled her eyes. "Seriously? I'm not stupid. I wouldn't keep something malevolent. It's a legitimate, standard magic book, covering topics like developing spiritual power and controlling the four elements. See?"

She raised her hand and snapped her fingers, a small ball of flame appearing at her fingertips.

Jonathan glanced at her momentarily before focusing back on the road. After a pause, he remarked, "Well, I guess I won't need a lighter anymore."

It wasn't exactly a compliment. The flame wasn't much larger than one from a cigarette lighter.

Kara froze for a second, unable to counter his casual jab.

Fine.

She extinguished the flame, leaning against the car door and staring out at the passing scenery. Her mind wandered.

Jonathan seemed to pick up on her thoughts. "What? Thinking about moving to the city after graduation?"

How did he know?

Kara turned to him, a little surprised. "I've considered it. I mean, I can't spend my whole life on a farm, right?"

Jonathan didn't take offense to her words. He knew she was just being honest.

But he also sensed her hesitation. Smiling warmly, he added, "Are you worried about your mom, Clark, and me?"

Kara scratched her head awkwardly. She was a young girl with dreams, after all. She didn't want to be confined to farm life forever. The idea of wearing office attire and working in a bustling city appealed to her.

Still, the thought of leaving her family—Clark especially—left her uneasy.

"I still have time. I'll figure it out when I graduate, whether it's going to college or finding a job. No point stressing over it now," Kara said, resting her head on her hand as she gazed out the window.

She was only fifteen, still trying to decide what she wanted for her future.

Maybe she could work at The Daily Planet.

With her abilities, investigative reporting would be a breeze.

Though uncovering secrets about celebrities or spying on them didn't feel right.

No, she couldn't abuse her powers. The world didn't need that kind of chaos.

Jonathan glanced at his adopted daughter again, choosing not to interrupt her thoughts, focusing instead on the road ahead.

The school break lasted three days, and Kara spent the last day helping on the farm.

With her help, Jonathan was able to relax significantly. Kara's strength and speed were unmatched, far exceeding any machine's capabilities.

With no neighbors nearby, she could freely use her powers without worry.

After the three-day break, Kara returned to school.

However, as soon as she boarded the bus, she noticed something strange. Many boys avoided her gaze, their faces showing fear and unease.

One boy even stood up nervously when Kara sat next to him, offering her the seat before fleeing.

Kara noticed the remaining boy next to her looked as though he might cry.

She smiled at him and leaned in slightly. "What's going on? Someone spreading rumors again?"

The boy stammered, his voice trembling. "They're saying you... you killed someone. That you gouged out his eyes and burned his brain to ashes with fire."

The bus fell silent. A few girls covered their mouths, visibly disturbed.

Kara sighed dramatically. "Really? That's what you all think of me? I'm too beautiful for such gruesome stories. Can't you come up with something better?"

The boy hesitated before whispering, "But didn't you break a bunch of bones when you fought those gangsters on the first day of school?"

Kara froze. Well... they had started it.

Still, maybe she did have a reputation as a tyrant.


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Kapitel 22: Chapter 22 (edited)

In the blink of an eye, three years have passed since that incident.

Now Kara is finally eighteen years old. If nothing unexpected happens, she will graduate from high school this year.

In the past few years, Kara has gradually started to keep a low profile, likely aware that her reputation has been affected by the actions of those troublemakers.

However, Kara seems destined to stand out. Her stunning beauty makes it inevitable. Every time a new batch of freshmen arrives, some boys—whether earnest or less so—pursue her.

If the suitor is a genuinely good person, she politely declines.

When it comes to someone with bad intentions, Kara no longer deals with them physically. Instead, she uses her growing mental strength to make them experience inexplicable stumbles or accidents throughout the day.

Her more subtle approach has eased her adoptive parents' worries, and they are glad there have been no major issues in the last few years.

At the same time, Clark, now eight years old, has started elementary school and is gradually learning to control his strength.

Unfortunately, Clark remains shy and struggles to make friends, which saddens Kara.

Nevertheless, Kara has always been there for him. Over the past few years, she has trained him, even teaching him how to fly. However, Clark's speed and strength are nowhere near hers yet.

Being ten years younger, he has a long way to go to catch up.

Kara, being older and already accustomed to her Kryptonian abilities, continues to hold a significant edge over him.

At noon one day, Kara sat alone on the school lawn, leaning against a tree while engrossed in a book.

She was reading a college guide, still debating whether she wanted to pursue higher education.

Going to college would require substantial tuition fees, but it would make finding a job easier in the future.

If Kara planned to remain in her small town, a high school diploma would suffice for most jobs.

But since her town is located within Metropolis' borders, attending college in-state would be more affordable.

Her advanced learning abilities might even help her secure scholarships and grants, making the costs manageable.

While she was deep in thought, a boy suddenly appeared before her, his face flushed with anticipation.

"Kara," he stammered, "You're Kara, right? Well, I wanted to say—"

"You'd better not say anything," a crisp voice interrupted him.

Kara looked up and saw two familiar figures approaching. One was Dani, dressed casually in a shirt, jeans, and sneakers.

The other was Jennifer, who had fair skin, big wavy blonde hair, and a polished outfit—a blue blazer paired with high heels.

Jennifer smirked at the flustered boy. "It's already the last semester, and now you're confessing to Kara? Go try your luck with the underclassmen."

The boy turned beet red, mumbled an excuse, and left.

Dani chuckled. "That was harsh, Jen. What if he's Kara's type?"

Jennifer scoffed. "Oh, please. Kara doesn't like guys from around here."

Kara sighed and spoke up. "Jennifer, don't forget, I'm from 'around here' too, and my family lives outside the city. There's nothing wrong with that."

What she didn't say aloud was that she wasn't particularly interested in anyone—especially since, in her heart, she still considered herself a visitor to this world.

Kara's attire was similar to Dani's: a white shirt with rolled-up sleeves and simple jeans paired with sneakers. Her long blonde hair, tied back in a ponytail, reached past her waist after years of growth.

Jennifer, on the other hand, had dyed her hair blonde and styled it in voluminous waves. While she exuded glamour, Kara preferred her natural, understated look.

"You two need to take grooming more seriously," Jennifer teased.

Kara and Dani exchanged exasperated glances. After all, they were still students.

Dani noticed the college guide Kara was reading and leaned closer. "Planning to go to college, Kara?"

Jennifer's eyes lit up. "Where are you thinking of applying?"

Kara pointed to one of the options in the guide: Metropolis University.

"Because it's affordable?" Jennifer asked, raising an eyebrow.

Kara shook her head. "It's not just about the cost. I want to stay near home, and Metropolis University is close by."

Jennifer and Dani exchanged knowing smiles. They revealed their own application forms—they, too, were planning to attend Metropolis University.

For students in their state, applying for college required submitting forms, taking entrance exams, and sometimes even participating in interviews. It felt more like a job application process than anything else.

Now, standing on the brink of adulthood, Kara was starting to feel the weight of her choices.

Graduation was just the beginning.


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