Lucia

Chapter 5: Girl's Night Out

Caitlin cautiously stepped into her apartment, her heart pounding in her chest, as she noticed the front of her door marred with deep, jagged scratches. The sight sent a shiver down her spine, filling her with a sense of unease. It wasn't just about her own safety, but also about the well-being of Lucia, Nora, Henry, and even Barry. The thought of any harm coming to them sent a wave of fear coursing through her veins.

Amunet, the dangerous adversary who had knowledge of Lucia's connection to Barry and Frost, was a constant source of worry for Caitlin. However, she couldn't be certain if Amunet was aware of everything she had done before Barry's return. Caitlin pondered whether Amunet knew about her current pregnancy, but she couldn't dismiss the possibility that Amunet had somehow discovered this secret as well. The mere thought of it sent a chill down her spine.

Lost in her thoughts, Caitlin contemplated a drastic solution. "Perhaps," she mused silently, "I could escape to another earth, a place where Amunet would never be able to find me." But as quickly as the idea formed, Caitlin dismissed it. She couldn't bear the thought of shattering Barry's heart by leaving him behind, even if it meant ensuring her own safety.

Despite her internal struggle, Caitlin found herself sitting in front of her computer, desperately searching for plane tickets. Eventually, she managed to purchase one, but as she stared at the ticket in her trembling hands, a sense of dread washed over her. The weight of the decision she had made settled heavily on her shoulders, filling her with a mixture of anxiety and uncertainty.

Gathering the bag she had been searching for, Caitlin left her apartment, her steps heavy with trepidation, as she made her way back to Barry's loft. With each step, she couldn't help but cast nervous glances over her shoulder, a reflexive action that only served to intensify the kicks she felt from Nora and Henry, as if they too sensed the tension and fear that surrounded their mother.

Caitlin's body was suddenly overcome by a peculiar sensation, causing her hand to tremble uncontrollably. She let out a low whistle, a sound that conveyed her understanding of the situation at hand. Caitlin was well aware that Nora and Henry possessed the speed gene inherited from Barry, and it seemed that they had put it to use.

As Caitlin's gaze shifted to the other side of the road, she realized that there was no one in sight except for Norvock, Amunet's top partner, who was steadily approaching her. The words escaped Norvock's lips in a hushed tone, barely audible. "Amunet has requested your presence," he murmured.

Caitlin attempted to respond, but her voice failed her, leaving her speechless. In a swift motion, Norvock seized Caitlin, prompting her to instinctively raise her hand in an attempt to halt his advance. However, instead of the crytokinesis breath she had intended, a powerful aerokinetic blast erupted from her hand.

The force of the aerokinetic blast sent Norvock hurtling through the air, crashing into the nearest building with a resounding impact. Caitlin's companion, known as KF, expressed her thoughts on the matter. "Caity, that's not one of our powers," she remarked.

Caitlin nodded in agreement, her mind racing to make sense of the situation. "I believe it belongs to Barry," she replied, her voice tinged with uncertainty.

KF's confusion was evident as she questioned Caitlin further. "But what about the twins?" she asked, referring to Nora and Henry.

Caitlin pondered for a moment before responding. "I think they must have tapped into their speed genes when I was in danger," she explained. "They possess abilities similar to Lucy, but it seems that their powers surpass hers. I'm not entirely sure why.

CS: I believe the reason behind this perplexing situation lies in the fact that those individuals are not just any time remnants, but rather, they are Barry's time remnants.