Felicity popped the cork off of the champaigne bottle. Everyone stood around in the hangar, celebrating their collective victory. Sara pulled out a flask, which some of the members of her team joined her in sharing. Kara, wearing her civilian clothing, smiled to the others and walked over to join in on a group conversation. Felicity and Ray watched her go, noting the blonde woman's ponytail and glasses.
Felicity: It's like looking into a mirror.
Ray: Yeah, you know what's funny? She really kinda looks like my cousin.
Caitlin-1 was standing to the side, stuck in her own thoughts. She was joined by her counterpart who was holding a drink of her own with a cheery smile.
Caitlin: You alright?
Caitlin-1: Yeah, just... Needed to be by myself for a moment.
Caitlin: Well, with me here, you technically still are.
The two shared a nice chuckle. After a moment, Caitlin-1's smile faded again, showing concentration. Caitlin noticed her appearance and recognized her unique expression.
Caitlin: Something bothering you?
Caitlin-1: What makes you say that?
Caitlin: You're doing the...
Caitlin-1: Biting my lip thing?
Caitlin: Yeah. Don't worry. Y/N's called me out on it multiple times. It really is just difficult to hide ourselves, huh?
Caitlin-1 nodded slowly.
Caitlin-1: About that...
Caitlin looked over at her Earth-1 double, focusing and giving her her full attention.
Caitlin-1: I know you said it would take time, that maybe I can find balance. But the truth is... I'm scared. I mean, even though we're two of the same, we're really aren't are we?
Caitlin thought about that for a moment.
Caitlin-1: I mean, my Ronnie was a great man and beloved husband. Yours was a psychotic madman and soldier. Your Dr. Wells is the genuine article. Mine was a deranged, speedster, murderer from the future disguising himself as Dr. Wells and all others I've had have been from different Earths. Heck, our Flashes aren't even the same person.
Caitlin nodded, agreeing with that sentiment.
Caitlin-1: I just... What I'm trying to say is... What if things are different between us than they are between you and her? What if I can't control her or find balance? What do I do then?
Caitlin looked over at her counterpart, seeing the worry on her face. She brought up her hand and rested it on her shoulder.
Caitlin: Then you make it what you want. Like I said, it may take time, but we can't always worry about the future. Just take things slowly and remember that your friends will always have your back.
Caitlin-1 looked back at her. She seemed to ease up a bit, smiling at her other self.
Caitlin: Besides, if you need any help, you can always just call yourself.
Both Caitlins smiled at one another, happy and content with what they had. To the side of the hall, Agent Smith walked in. He spotted Nate and made his way towards him. Nate noticed the man and groaned.
Smith: Dr. Heywood.
Nate: Don't "Dr. Heywood" me. What the hell are you doing here?
Smith: I like parties, and I'm here for the mop-up.
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The Flash: The Fastest Man Alive (Male Reader Insert)
ActionY/N L/N was always a believer in the impossible, but he never suspected he would become the impossible. When a fateful lightning strike gives Y/N the power to move at super fast speeds, he must learn to step up as a hero against similarly affected p...
