Jay sat with Alfred, a cup of cocoa in his hand, eye swollen shut.

*cheshire cat grin* Hey boyo. Good to see ya.

It had a been a few weeks since his last visit, when he had showed up right after the Thanksgiving holiday, looking for company and the kind of food he knew Alfred could cook up

Alfred’s cooking, gets them every time. And Alfred’s wisdom comes free of charge.

"You're right... but I won't call her." The big man looked toward Metropolis. "As soon as I can, I'll camp on her door til she sees me."

That… might not be the best idea. Considering her housemates, if they decide they don’t like you, you could get flying lessons for free.

The Oans had sent him back to Earth, officially giving him the sector alongside Hal.

Good, it’ll be harder to plan the wedding if he’s out on Oa and it isn’t right to leave Connor to the details when you’re the artist.

"Kory..." she said softly, head against her much taller friend's chest, arms tight around her. "You're home."

Kory enfolded Raven close, letting the two males hug around them as she shielded Raven to her body, actually trying to rein in her own emotions to be less overwhelming.

Ahhh, so wonderful. Raven and Kory are such good sisters together.

Now Vic spluttered, at a loss for words that Kory would point out what she saw so blatantly so soon.

Uh, she’s only been gone for six months, if you’ve forgotten her skills in tact in that long, maybe you need to do some rewiring. Her tact is only matched by Rose.

"I thought you might be amused to know Ollie wound up on Lian duty. Alone. He's called three times in a panic already."

Oh, poor Ollie. Having to babysit without advanced notice.

"Want me to make you miss me more?" she tempted, her voice falling to a lower pitch, one that promised silk and lace and long sleepless days between them.

"Only if I get to return the favor," his own voice dropped, roughening slightly, matching hers.

Ollie is in so much trouble when they meet up again.

Which will be soon I hope? Great addition, loved so much.