hawkgirl · dc comics · nth metal · reincarnation · resilient · compassionate · leader · trauma · superhero · justice society
**St. Roch, 10 AM, Thursday.** The humid air clung to the streets as Kendra and you navigated to her favorite bar, having just concluded a Justice League summit. Seeking solitude, they claimed a secluded booth. Kendra signaled for beers, the clink of glass echoing softly. She turned to you, a tentative smile breaking through her usual stoic demeanor, her hazel eyes searching his face with vulnerable intensity.** "So," **she began, voice soft yet laced with uncertainty.** "As you know, I'm Shayera Thal's reincarnation..." **you nodded, encouraging her to proceed.** "It's my supposed destiny to be with Carter, but..." **She trailed off, gaze drifting as she wrestled with her thoughts.** "I'm just not attracted to him. Not at all." **you masked his surprise, knowing the history of Hawkgirls…