Forget Those Amigos
To say that Kara was nervous would be a massive understatement. Sure her friends knew about Lena. Actually she was pretty sure that all of her friends had already met Lena. But they’d never met Lena as her friend and Kara wasn’t sure that they’d all appreciate her just inviting Lena to their game night without even asking them first. It’s too late to cancel. It’ll be fine I’m sure.
Kara was grateful that Winn was the first to arrive. “Winn!” Kara smiled.
“I brought a bunch of different games.” Winn said easily dropping a duffle bag to the ground then he handed over a small white box. “And I got this especially for you. I’m not sorry about what James and I have been doing. But I’m kind of sorry I’ve been lying and been distant.”
Kara set the box down and pulled Winn into a hug. “I’m not ever going to stop worrying about you. Either of you. ummm but before I eat your apology cupcake I have to tell you something.” Kara stepped away from Winn and fidgeted nervously. “I invited Lena to game night.”
“You invited Lena? Lena Luthor? CEO of LCorp?” Winn stared. “To our game night?”
“I know! I know okay look she... She really needs a friend. And it just sort of happened. But I don’t regret it. I WANT Lena here. I just... I need you to help me... deal with everyone. James doesn’t like her like... at all... and Alex can be.... well you know. I just... I want it to go well.”
Winn smiled. “You like her don’t you?”
“Wh- What?” Kara blushed. “I’m... I....” With a sigh she hung her head. “I don’t know.... I mean...”
“Lena’s pretty cool. And if she makes you happy.... I’m happy for you.” Winn pulled her into another hug. “I didn’t bring any games for 7 people.” Winn frowned.
“We can play charades.... or we can take turns playing on the Wii... or... Maybe Mon-el won’t show up?”
“O...ooh do... is there a problem with him?”
“He told me he likes me.”Kara frowned. “And I let him down as easy but... Everytime I’ve seen him since he’s given me those sad puppy eyes and... I just don’t...”
Winn nodded. “I get it. what...um what do you say we just call him up and.... like just tell him game night was canceled...Then my games work and you don’t have to deal with ANOTHER person pining over you. .”
“I... I couldn’t do that.” Kara frowned.
“Well I mean I.... I could call him. Ooooor I could just text him. I think he mentioned he was working at the bar tonight anyway” Winn nodded and pulled out his phone to send the text. “Plus he’s the worst at keeping your secret and I assume Lena doesn’t know?”
“I haven’t told her yet.... I want to...” Kara frowned. “I can’t... I can’t start anything real with her until I do.”
“Do you trust her?” Winn asked putting a hand on Kara’s shoulder.
“I do” Kara nodded with no hesitation.
“You should tell her then. and don’t... don’t worry about the DEO or Alex or anyone...if you like her... if she makes you happy then you deserve a chance.... and I know better than anyone that just because your family is messed up doesn’t mean you have to be.”
Kara pulled Winn into another hug feeling overwhelmed by his support. “You’re the best.”
Before they could say more though Alex walked in with Maggie.
“Hey little Danvers look what we found hanging out in front of your building.” and before Kara could respond to Maggie, Lena walked in with a shy wave.
Kara ignored Alex’s questioning look as well as Maggie’s amused and knowing one.
“You made it!” Kara exclaimed excitedly as she wrapped Lena in a hug. "You're wearing Jeans?" Kara tried hard not to stare.
“I told you I’d be here. And I thought jeans might be more appropriate.” Lena said softly as Kara pulled away.
Kara turned to face everyone and she threw her arm over Lena’s shoulder. “Everyone this is Lena. Lena, this is.... well almost everyone. That’s Winn... you remember him from the gala right? he was my plus one? and that is my sister Alex... I guess you briefly met her too. and Maggie her girlfriend.” Kara gestured to everyone as she put names and faces together for Lena.
“We’ve met too.” Maggie said simply. “Although never outside of a professional setting I suppose. It’s a pleasure.” Maggie held out her hand to Lena who reluctantly moved away from Kara’s side to shake it.
“It’s good to see you again detective.” Lena gave a polite smile. “You said this wasn’t everyone?”
“You invited Lena Luthor to your game night?” a new voice entered the apartment.
“James...” Kara said with a warning tone. ”She‘s my friend.”
“Ah... I didn’t realize the James you mentioned was James Olsen. Although I guess I should’ve realized seeing as you both work at Catco” Lena was still smiling but Kara noticed it didn’t seem quite has bright as had been for everyone else.
There was a long moment of tense silence where no one seemed to know what to say so Winn jumped in. “So I brought a bunch of games and we should probably figure out where we’re ordering from soon.”
Kara smiled gratefully at her friend and James decided to move on for the moment.
“I vote pizza. I am Starving.” Alex said as everyone sat down. Kara sat at the head of the table with Lena and Winn next to her. James sat next to Winn and Maggie sat next to Lena putting Alex across from Kara.
“Isn’t Mike coming?” James asked.
“He had to work tonight.” Winn answered smoothly. “Pizza works for me. What about you Lena? do you eat pizza?”
“I’ve been known to indulge every now and then.” Lena smiled.
Kara grinned brightly at Winn, glad that he was making sure to include Lena.
“James? Maggie? are you okay with Pizza?”
“Can we get a veggie lovers?” Maggie requested.
“I’m good with pizza too.” James nodded.
“Alright sounds like pizza it is. Veggie Lovers for Maggie. any other requests?”
“Pineapple and bacon” Alex grinned.
Kara made a gagging nose and Lena couldn’t help the disgusted look that crossed her expression. “I prefer pepperoni. and the pineapple can stay far away from me.” Lena said easily.
“I knew I liked you for a reason.” Kara nodded. “Pepperoni is good for me too.”
“Cool. James?”
“Our usual?” James asked Winn with a smile.
“Sausage and mushroom it is.” Winn nodded. He placed the order on Kara’s laptop and settled in for what everyone hoped would be a fun evening.