Capítulo 31: Chapter 31 (edited)
In the evening, the finally reunited family of four sat around the dining table, enjoying a sumptuous dinner. After all, Kara had finally come back after a few years, and the occasion called for celebration.
However, the atmosphere at the table was somewhat heavy. Clark's recent struggles, especially his growing questions about his unusual abilities, weighed on everyone's minds.
"Maybe I'm cursed?" Clark muttered, voicing his concern.
Kara didn't agree. "Why would you think that?" she asked.
As she spoke, she casually used her telekinesis to levitate a scoop of mashed potatoes from the bowl, floating it directly into her mouth with an air of ease and satisfaction. Her time traveling the world had left her far more relaxed about displaying her powers openly.
Jonathan gave her a disapproving look. He had been drilling the importance of secrecy into Clark for years, and now his daughter was blatantly disregarding that lesson at the dinner table.
Martha sighed and plucked a spoon from Kara's plate, pressing it into her hand. "Use your utensils properly, Kara. You're home now."
Kara shrugged nonchalantly, then turned to Clark. "Why do you think you're cursed?" she asked again. "If that's true, then what about me? But I don't see it that way.
"Maybe right now, these powers feel like a burden because Dad's been asking you to hide them to protect you. But one day, when you want to help someone in need or protect someone you care about, you'll understand just how incredible it is to have the strength to make a difference."
Her tone softened as she continued. "Clark, I've been to the farthest corners of the world. I've braved freezing conditions in the Arctic and the Himalayas, fought off wild animals, and even stood up to the worst kinds of villains. Without my powers, I might not have survived half of those experiences.
"Carrying great power comes with responsibility. Think of this as a test of your character, Clark."
As an older sister who had faced so much, Kara felt it was her duty to help her brother navigate his own struggles.
But Clark wasn't so easily pacified. He locked eyes with her, determination flickering in his gaze. "I just want to know why we're different. Why is it that you and I have these abilities, but Mom and Dad don't? Why us?"
Kara looked away, avoiding his gaze, clearly uncomfortable. "Does it really matter?" she asked, trying to shift the subject. "Just eat. I've been craving Mom's cooking for years."
This time, she reached out and tore off a piece of roast chicken with her hands, drawing another sharp look from Martha.
Martha crossed her arms. "We have tableware for a reason, Kara."
Jonathan sighed but remained silent, watching his daughter with a mix of understanding and exasperation.
Finally, after a long pause, Jonathan spoke. "Kara, you said Clark has grown up. Maybe it's time to tell him where you and he come from."
Clark blinked in surprise. "What do you mean, where we come from?" He looked at his mother, then his father, and finally at Kara, who remained silent.
Kara bit her lip and tore into the chicken with a crunch, chewing on the bone absently as she processed her thoughts. Finally, she sighed and turned to face Clark.
"Since Dad thinks you're ready, I'll tell you," she began. "Clark, you and I… we're not from Earth."
Clark froze, his eyes widening in disbelief.
Kara continued, her voice steady. "We're not Mom and Dad's biological children. They adopted us and raised us as their own, and they've been amazing parents to us."
Jonathan and Martha exchanged a glance, touched by Kara's acknowledgment.
Clark, however, felt a heavy weight settle on his shoulders. "So… what are we?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.
Kara took a deep breath. "Your real name is Kal-El, and my real name is Kara Zor-El. Your father, Jor-El, was my father's older brother. That makes us cousins, not siblings.
"Our home planet was called Krypton. It was destroyed long ago. Before its destruction, your father and my father sent us to Earth in separate ships to save our lives. We're the last of our kind, Clark."
She paused to let the words sink in before continuing. "Kryptonians gain incredible abilities under Earth's yellow sun. Combined with Earth's lower gravity and its unique environment, our powers grow stronger over time."
Kara glanced at Clark, gauging his reaction before adding, "When I traveled to the Arctic, I found an old Kryptonian ship. It's part of an exploration mission Krypton sent out over 20,000 years ago. You'll be able to access it using the crystal your father left you. The AI onboard can tell you more about Krypton, about our people, and about who you really are."
Clark sat in stunned silence, struggling to process everything.
Capítulo 32: 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.
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