The Storm After

Chapter 3: Welcome to Star City

Oliver was feeling really conflicted. He was sitting in his chair at the mayor office overlooking Star City, contemplating these emotions. He had just ended things with Felicity and things couldn't have been more awkward. On the upside, however, he had this unspoken thing going on with Kara at the moment that he did not fully understand yet. Kara had left so fast before he could really take in what had happened last week. He couldn't help but smile however, he could not deny that she was gorgeous and that optimistic nature of her's was infectious. His thoughts came to a halt as the sound of a knock brought him back to reality.

"Mr. Queen. You have a visitor." the assistant informed.

"Who is it?" Oliver asked. He spun around to look at his assistant.

"A woman, sir. Her name is Kara Danvers." the assistant replied promptly.

"Kara...?" Oliver muttered under his breath to himself. He quickly spoke to answer "Oh yes, tell Ms. Danvers I would like to see her". He had not expected Kara to come here. The assistant left the room and returned shortly to escort Kara in. After doing so, he made his leave.

The room was quiet, as the two just looked at each other waiting for either to say something. Oliver realised he had never been alone with Kara unless it was related to their Superhero work. Kara was the first one to initiate.

"Y'know, this is my first time really being in Star City," Kara said as she began to walk around, looking at various objects in the office. "It's not that bad, considering the stories Barry has told me."

"Yes, well that was a few years ago, back when I was called the Arrow," Oliver responded, still seated in his chair. He didn't know whether or not he could leave his chair. He continued "But when I was appointed Mayor, things have started to become better around here, not perfect, but better."

"Well you've done a good job, Mr. Mayor," Kara said, giving Oliver a thumbs up. She saw that made him smile and she couldn't help but feel good about that. Oliver got up from his chair and started to walk around as well.

"So, what brings you to Star City, Kara?" Oliver asked, trying to figure out the reason for her visit.

"Well I've just been thinking lately, that maybe we ought to get to know each other more," Kara said, stopping at Oliver's desk and sitting in one of the guest chairs. "I feel like the only one who I really know here is Barry, even though the three of us have teamed up twice now."

Oliver returned back to his seat and sat down. Their eyes met and Oliver got to see Kara more closely. She looked so different when she wasn't donning her cape and suit. Her ponytail hairstyle and glasses really gave contrast to when her hair is down but nonetheless, she was still beautiful. He had realised Kara was staring when her eyebrows raised, giving off a puzzled look.

"That's a fair point." Oliver quickly responded, hoping she had not noticed him staring at her. "Well, lunch is approaching soon. Why don't we go get something to eat?"

"Yeah, sure, sounds good," Kara replied, her smile came through, pleasant at how easy it was going so far. She saw that Oliver reacted to her smile with his own before he quickly dismissed it.

It amazed Kara at how different Oliver was when he was wasn't so serious. She had thought Oliver was made to seem like this mean person that didn't really enjoy other's company. However, since their initial meeting, Oliver had shown a more compassionate side last year when he finally accepted her into the team. The first time she saw him smile made her realise that not everyone is so cut and dry. She did admire though, the level of importance he placed upon his role as the Green Arrow. Even though she may not agree 100% with the methods he utilises, she had respect for the good he has accomplished thus far.