The Storm After

Chapter 21: Where We Go From Here

(Earth 38 - Metropolis - Present Time in 2038)

The members of the Regime had received their objectives and were finalising their preparations. After the destruction caused by the nuke set off in Metropolis, Clark spent no time in rebuilding what he had lost. Everything had been recreated just as it once was, there was just one thing missing. It's been five years since then, since he lost Lois and his son. They had been the driving factor behind his actions and soon he will able to show her. The Lois Lane of Earth-1 came to a shock for him when he found out about her but it was her existence that gave him one final hope. He was going to find her and show her what he had accomplished and no one was going to stop him.

Another one of his allies, J'onn J'onzz and someone who he's known for a longtime had been at his side during all of this. The Martian Manhunter had also decided to pay the Red Sun Inmate a visit. He made his way briefly to Stryker's Island and met up with Future Kara before he was to set off with Clark to Earth-1 to retrieve Lois. He made it to her cell and there she sat on the same bench ever since the beginning. Future Kara lifted her head to meet her new visitor.

"Been getting alot of attention lately. You're the third one to come here, J'onn." Future Kara said, she had gotten up to greet him and had a wary look on her face. J'onn continued on in and carried the same look on his face.

"Let me guess, Mr. Allen came earlier as well. Well, it's good to see you doing good in there." J'onn replied as he walked. He finally came to a stop in front of the barrier that stood between them and the two looked at each other.

"I mean, being cooped up here isn't going to make them feel threatened. What about yourself, the others? Bruce?" Future Kara asked.

"He's safe, elusive he is. I told him all about what we're doing now. He suggests to keep things going and I agree. Your children are fine as well, they've managed greatly in spite of your absence." J'onn answered him, a sigh of relief came over Future Kara's face.

"That's... nice to hear. I can't imagine how hard it's been for you two. I've been in here for five years J'onn. I'm surprised I haven't lost my mind, but then again I guess it's because there's only one thing on my mind, one goal that's been keeping me on track." Future Kara said, giving her thoughts on the matter.

"Well, that amount of time is a far cry to the length I've lived, Kara. But myself and Mr. Allen are risking ourselves to act as your senses within the Regime. It's tough no doubt, but we lasted this long so I'll be damned sure to follow through." J'onn chimed in, trying to keep things optimistic.

"Thank you, J'onn. You've always been there for me and my family. The faster this comes to a close, the faster I can have you rest." Future Kara said, showing concern for J'onn.

"I need no reason to look out for you. Anyway... I should go before they start suspecting. A quick reminder of what they're up to: Mr. Allen will be with Diana to locate the Super Drug developed by the Luthors. As for myself, I'll be with Clark as he searches for Lois." J'onn said, reporting once more to her what their objectives were.

"That's a handful. Well, good luck, J'onn." Future Kara said in response, wishing well to the older man. He drew a smile on his face at her words.

"You too, Kara." J'onn said, leaving her with those words. With that, J'onn rushed out of the area with super speed.

J'onn was left to himself for a few moments as he was leaving, using that time to think about everything that has happened. It was an amazing feat they had pulled off and not having the Regime realise they were spies. He didn't know how long their luck would last but if anything were to endanger it, well, J'onn made a promise he wouldn't let it get to that.