Chương 35: Chapter 35 (edited)
The reunion between Kara, Jennifer, and Dani didn't take long. At most, they had lunch together, and the conversation broke up after a short while.
The reason was simple: they were all very busy with work. Finding time to meet Kara wasn't easy.
Kara's visit to Metropolis was sudden. She had only called them on the train to let them know she was coming.
Later, they agreed to adjust their schedules so they could find time to get together again and spend a few days in Metropolis.
For now, Kara had things to take care of—like finding a place to live.
Since she had decided to join the Daily Planet, she needed a place nearby. Flying back home every night and returning in the morning wasn't practical, and Jonathan wouldn't approve of such a risky behavior that could potentially expose her.
In the end, Kara found an apartment close to the Daily Planet and rented it immediately.
She wasn't short on money—not because her parents gave her a lot, but because she had a unique advantage. During her travels, she discovered an undiscovered gold mine and even a diamond vein.
Using her heat vision, Kara had refined some gold bricks and gathered a few diamonds. Her small collection of precious materials was worth millions.
However, Kara didn't want a life of idleness. She needed a purpose, a job—something to give her days meaning, even if it kept her busy.
When Kara brought the gold and diamonds home, Jonathan and Martha were understandably shocked. The wealth could easily buy their farm several times over, with just the diamonds alone worth millions.
Kara's abilities, like super vision, made discovering underground resources or even oil fields a trivial task. Still, she only used these resources when necessary.
As for the Mother Box information that Diana had brought, Kara wasn't overly concerned. The Mother Box hadn't been activated yet, and the current level of technology wouldn't allow its power to be fully understood anytime soon.
This meant that Steppenwolf wouldn't appear immediately. For now, there was still peace.
At least Metropolis was much calmer than Gotham City.
That evening, Kara returned home and shared the good news about her successful application with her family.
She also mentioned her plans to move to Metropolis permanently.
Martha was reluctant to see her leave so soon after her return. It was Jonathan who reassured her. Kara was an adult, after all, and she couldn't stay home forever.
"When are you planning to move?" Jonathan asked.
"Tomorrow," Kara replied without hesitation. "I want to move everything over and get the apartment set up before I start work. Otherwise, I'll be overwhelmed trying to do it all at once."
Jonathan nodded. "That's a good idea. I'll drive you there to help."
Clark added, "I have the day off tomorrow. I'll help too."
Seeing everyone support Kara's decision, Martha finally sighed and agreed. "All right, but let me help as well."
"It's not like I'm leaving for good, Mom," Kara said with a wry smile. "I'll still come back to visit."
The whole family then started discussing the moving process. Martha, initially reluctant, became the most invested.
At one point, she even wanted to pack Kara's bed, but Kara stopped her. "What would I sleep on when I come back to visit?"
Martha relented, though she couldn't help fussing over the details.
Kara, on the other hand, didn't plan to move everything. "I just need some clothes and essentials," she explained. "Anything else, I can buy in Metropolis. I want to keep the house as it is—it's still my home."
Hearing this reassured Jonathan and Martha.
"If you want," Martha suggested, "your dad can drive you to work every day."
Jonathan shook his head slightly. "Don't you think I deserve a break?"
Kara laughed. "That's too much trouble, Mom. Let Dad rest."
Clark chimed in with a smile. "Kara's not disappearing. She'll just be in Metropolis. You can visit her anytime, and she'll always be welcome here."
"Of course!" Kara added. "And you can cook for me when you visit."
"Am I your personal chef now?" Jonathan teased, and the family burst into laughter.
The next morning, everyone got to work.
Kara and Martha packed up the items Kara wanted to take, while Jonathan prepared the car. Clark, naturally, handled all the heavy lifting.
Though Kara was the strongest, what was the point of having a younger brother if not to put him to work?
After breakfast, the family headed to Metropolis, stopping in town first to buy essentials like bed linens, kitchenware, and other necessities.
Kara wasn't moving the whole household—her parents still needed the furniture. With Clark's help, they quickly loaded everything into the truck, though it was packed to the brim by the end.
Clark carried the bulk of the load effortlessly, his super strength making the process much easier.
Once everything was ready, they set off for Metropolis.
But as they drove along the highway, Kara suddenly froze. Her super senses kicked in, and she had a vision of the road ahead—a tornado was coming, and Jonathan might not survive.
Chương 36: Chapter 36 (edited)
Faced with this sudden disaster, Kara hesitated.
If she followed her ideals and goals of becoming a superhero, knowing that disaster loomed, she would undoubtedly step forward to help those in need.
However, Kara was well aware of Jonathan's persistence. He wasn't selfish—quite the opposite. He was upright and had been a guiding figure for both Kara and Clark.
When it came to protecting the two of them, though, he was unwaveringly rigid. Kara had already guessed that Jonathan's eventual death would likely be tied to protecting their identities.
He might even choose death over exposing them, just as depicted in Man of Steel.
The car sped down the road, but the atmosphere inside was heavy with tension.
Kara's solemn expression affected the rest of the family, who quickly noticed her unease.
"Honey? What's wrong?" Martha asked, thinking Kara was worried about leaving home. "Are you afraid I won't handle you moving to Metropolis well? It's okay. As you said, I can visit you anytime."
Kara shook her head, about to explain what she had foreseen. However, at that moment, the scene ahead became clear.
"What is that?"
"Run!"
Outside, drivers abandoned their cars and fled on foot.
This was no isolated road; turning the car around wasn't an option. The only choice was to escape on foot.
Jonathan slowed the car, seeing that traffic ahead had come to a standstill. Cars were abandoned in the middle of the road, blocking the way.
The family stepped out to assess the situation.
Ahead of them, a tornado had appeared on the road, growing larger and more violent by the second. Vehicles near its edge were already being pulled in, with trapped passengers screaming in terror.
Jonathan instinctively moved to help, but Kara grabbed his arm.
He turned to her, confused.
Kara shook her head, a silent plea for him not to go.
Unaware of Kara's vision of his death, Jonathan interpreted her gesture as concern and reassured her: "Stay here with Clark and your mother. I'll go take a look."
"I'll come too!" Clark started to follow.
Jonathan stopped him. "Clark, stay back. Don't let anyone see your strength."
Clark, reluctantly obedient, stayed put, his hands clenched in frustration. He watched as Jonathan walked toward the danger.
"What are we supposed to do? Just stand here and watch?" Clark turned to Kara, his voice tinged with desperation.
Martha intervened before Kara could respond. "Listen to your dad. He'll handle it."
"No, he can't," Kara said, shaking her head. She had seen Jonathan's death.
Around them, the tornado grew fiercer. Jonathan helped several trapped people escape, urging them to run to safety.
Though he succeeded in freeing them, the grateful survivors quickly fled, leaving him behind.
Jonathan pressed on, determined to help the last person in sight. But as he turned to leave, he noticed a dog trapped in a nearby car.
Without hesitation, he approached the vehicle and began knocking on the window. The glass wouldn't break; it was too sturdy.
"Jonathan!" Martha screamed, terror etched on her face.
The tornado was closing in, threatening to sweep him away.
Clark instinctively stepped forward, ready to act, but Jonathan caught his movement and shook his head, raising a hand to stop him.
Clark froze, torn between his father's wishes and his desire to help. Years of obedience warred with his instincts.
Jonathan looked back at Kara, concern flashing in his eyes.
But Kara was no longer beside Martha.
Where had she gone?
Panic surged through Jonathan. He didn't want Kara to risk exposing her abilities for his sake.
But it was too late.
"Shhh."
Clothes fluttered to the ground as Kara shed her disguise. She removed her glasses, revealing a dark blue top, a bright red skirt, a flowing cape, and red knee-high boots.
Her golden hair shimmered in the light as she stepped forward. She couldn't let her adoptive father die.
"Whoosh."
A red-and-blue blur shot toward the tornado.
Onlookers gasped in amazement.
"Is that a bird?"
"Is it a plane?"
"No, it's Superman!"
Kara turned, her cape billowing as she hovered in front of the tornado.
But this wasn't Superman—it was her, the first female Superman.
Kara reached Jonathan in moments.
With a light tap, she shattered the car window, scooping up the terrified dog inside.
Extending her other hand toward Jonathan, she smiled.
"You shouldn't be here!" Jonathan protested.
Kara shrugged. "Sorry, Dad. I'm in my rebellious phase."
Jonathan was speechless. Who has a rebellious daughter in her thirties?
Resigned, he let her help. With one arm around Jonathan and the other holding the dog, Kara soared back toward safety.
She landed gently beside Martha, who rushed forward to embrace her husband.
Kara handed the dog to Clark and turned back toward the tornado.
"Suck."
Hovering at the center of the storm, Kara took a deep breath.
She could have inhaled the entire tornado but chose instead to blow against its force. Her super breath counteracted the winds, dispersing the storm in an instant.
The tornado disintegrated, leaving only calm skies and stunned silence.
Cheers erupted from the crowd.
"Wow!"
Kara surveyed the scene, feeling a flicker of pride. But she knew it wasn't time for Superman's full debut.
With a final wave, she shot into the sky, disappearing before anyone could follow.
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