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6. The Offer

The Hero’s Alliance headquarters meeting room was quite busy for a Thursday afternoon. Not because of grim tidings or a global crisis, thankfully. No, the meeting room was instead busy with gossip and chatter.

Diana could see why.

At the far end of the room, taking up the entire south wall, were a collection of television screens. The most cutting edge technology not even on the market that offered the clearest picture at the highest definition, all thanks to the generosity of one Tony Stark. But Diana wasn’t thinking of the cocky, showboating billionaire - and neither was anyone else in the room. Their eyes - and their thoughts - were focused on the subject that took prominence on nearly every screen.

The world’s newest superhero flew about, handling criminals, supervillains, and saving cats out of trees, all with the same ease. The one who called himself the Titan had only arrived on the superhero scene a few short days ago and already had a list of accomplishments to his name. 

He certainly works fast, Diana thought.

It was enough to draw the attention of Leaguers and Avengers both, heroes from both sides gathering here in an Alliance meeting room to observe the rookie together. The Titan was a young man - it was obvious just from looking at his fresh face and bright silver eyes. Equally obvious was his splendid body, which his tight silver suit did very little to hide - a point of discussion among the more admiring heroines present.

Diana, the Amazonian Princess, the one called Wonder Woman, had lived for hundreds and hundreds of years. Even she had to admit that this new hero intrigued her.

But there were others in the room who were not so impressed.

“Just what the world needs.” Snorted Karen Starr - the blonde powerhouse called Power Girl. She stood tall before the row of screens, gloved hands on her hips. The blonde shook her head, a dismissive smirk upon her lips. “Another hot-blooded flying brick.”

“Afraid of having some competition, Karen?” Countered Jessica Drew, the Spider-Woman. The brunette was seated, calm and relaxed as she leaned back in her chair. Diana took note of that, especially when everyone else seemed somewhat tense with curiosity.

Power Girl - Karen - swiveled on her feet, her short red cape swaying in the air, turning to face Spider-Woman and the other heroines present: Wonder Woman and the jade giantess, She-Hulk - also known as Jennifer Walters.

“Funny.” Karen huffed, shooting Jessica flat look. She turned her eyes to Diana and Jen, clearly expecting sympathy. “Don’t pretend you don’t know what I mean. Look at him. We’ve seen his type before. They’re a dime-a-dozen - young muscle-head capes strutting around like they’re God’s gift to the world!”

Beside her, Diana heard Jen lean forward in her seat, resting her chin on her hands. The green-skinned tower of curves and muscle had yet to take her eyes off of the television screens.

“I don’t know, blondie. I’d say God did some real good work on that one.” Jen then gave an appreciative hum to drive her point home.

Jess gave a chuckle at Jen’s antics. Even Diana had to crack a smile. Karen, standing at the foot of the table, remained unimpressed. Diana could see the blonde roll her eyes.

“You say that about every set of tight abs, Jen.”

“Not just the abs. I like the shoulders, too. Biceps. Forearms. Thighs. Glutes. And whatever else is packed in those skintight suits. Mmmm.”

“Oh, please…” Karen shook her head.

“I like what I like, Peej. And that superstud’s got it all.” Jen purred. 

Diana couldn’t quite tell if the green woman was playing it up to annoy her friend… or if she was indeed serious. Though, judging from how many lovers She-Hulk was known to have taken in the past…

Karen gave another dismissive snort. The tall blonde remained thoroughly unimpressed - or at least that was how it appeared.

“You’ve got to be kidding.” She turned her eyes towards Diana, wearing an incredulous smile. “Diana, please help Jen find some self-respect. She’s embarrassing the sisterhood!”

Diana pursed her lips, faint mirth fluttering in her chest. Karen Starr had always been the independent, head-strong sort. Self-described as a “woman warrior”, out to show the boys she could do the superhero gig just as good as them - if not better! It only made sense that she would consider swooning over a handsome face to be beneath her.

Mostly admirable if somewhat misguided, Diana decided on Karen’s stance.

“Jen is entirely free to admire the male form - as long as she does so in a respectful, dignified manner.” Diana answered as diplomatically as she could. Beside her, Jess stifled a snicker with a hand at her mouth.

“Pfft.” Karen threw her hands up in defeat. “You’d have a better chance getting Guy Gardner into sensitivity training.”

The blonde flying brick and the jade giantess went back to their bickering, but Diana found her eyes drawn to the rows of television screens once more. Each of them displaying the new hero, the Titan, in crystal clear image. Even from her spot across the room, Diana could see the youth on his face. His bright silver eyes, his windswept brown hair, the look of daring etched on his handsome face - Diana drank it in.

“I will say… this Titan seems very peculiar.” Diana muttered to no one in particular. She peered at the footage covering the far wall with narrowed eyes. “I can’t quite put my finger on it.”

It was a rare occasion that was happening right then. The Princess of Themyscira was captivated… by a man!

Before she knew it, she was moving closer to the screens, long confident strides bringing her but a few feet from the south wall. She absorbed the images from the screens, admiring the man of the hour. Admiring the tightness of his suit, the perfection of his muscle under his lovely bronzed skin.

Off to the side, miles and miles away, Diana could hear Karen and Jen still bickering. Which meant that the presence she felt approaching from her rear had to be…

Diana blinked, breaking from the trance. She turned her head just in time to see Jessica Drew step up beside her.

The brunette offered a knowing smirk. Diana didn’t necessarily feel embarrassed or flustered… but it wasn’t too often that Wonder Woman was caught ogling. The Amazon crossed her arms, returning the look with a friendly grin of her own.

“So… what do you think of the new guy?” Jess probed, rocking gently on her feet. 

Spider-Woman wore the most clothing out of all the women present, but it could be argued the tight fit of her red and yellow suit hid much less than Diana’s battle-dress. The Amazon couldn’t quite ignore the way the shiny fabric stretched around her colleague’s curves… but she maintained professionalism all the same.

Diana gave a tiny huff, nodding towards the screens.

“The news cycle can’t get enough of him. I think everyone in the Alliance has seen at least some footage of him in action by now.” Diana hummed, tapping a knuckle against her chin as thoughts swam through her head. Up on one of the screens, she could see the Titan wearing a bright, charming smile as he waved at a cheering crowd. “He certainly seems spirited enough.”

Beside her, Jess broke into a small giggle - perhaps a bit more ditzy than Diana had ever expected from a veteran superheroine. Diana gave the brunette a sidelong glance, one brow raised.

But the Spider-Woman didn’t seem bashful in the least. In fact, as far as Diana could tell… the woman was positively glowing.

Jessica Drew’s full lips curled into a smirk, her eyes shining with a spicy sort of glee.

“Just wait until you see him in person.” She told Diana, her voice high and fluttering with pep.

Diana blinked. It took a moment for the implication to hit home. Jessica’s high opinion of the rookie hero wasn’t random… It was because she had some familiarity. Her interest now thoroughly piqued, Diana found she couldn’t not press the issue.

The Amazon turned to face Spider-Woman completely, the edge of her skirt brushing against her firm thighs.

“You’ve met him already?” Diana asked.

Jess nodded.

“He saved my life the other day, fighting that big damn robot in the middle of Manhattan. I would have been pancaked into the cement if not for him.”

Diana couldn’t help but note the wistful look clouding the brunette’s face right then.

Curious. Very curious.

Diana played it calm, giving a short nod. Though she didn’t need to feign being impressed - her admiration of heroism was sincere.

“Not a bad first outing for a rookie.” The Amazon reached over and patted Jess lightly on the shoulder. “I’m glad you’re okay.”

“So am I.” Jess laughed.

“Of course.” Diana cracked a smile then, gesturing towards the screens. “So what’s your measure of him? Do you think he’s genuine?”

Spider-Woman’s face brightened up, a big smile spreading across her pretty face. Not simply wistful as it was a moment ago, but now full of affection - lovestruck. It was to the point where Diana was stunned. The young hero had only been active for a few days, and yet Jessica Drew looked to be head-over-heels for the rookie.

How could he have made such an impression on her? It couldn’t be from just his smile…

“Oh, he’s all hero.” Jess answered, affection sweetening her words. She bit her lower lip, stifling a small giggle. Diana watched the respected heroine sway slightly on her feet, gently turning her hips from side to side. All she needed was big red hearts floating around her head. “A real knight in shining spandex. Though I may be a bit biased. But…”

“But?”

Then Jess became pensive, the brightness fading from her eyes for just a moment. She glanced towards Karen and Jen, the two powerhouses still stuck in their argument about women’s dignity. She turned back to Diana, leaning in like a schoolgirl sharing gossip. The Amazon humored her colleague, leaning in as well.

“Something tells me the stud’s in it for the pretty damsels as much as the heroism. Maybe even moreso.”

Jess pulled back, shifting slightly on her feet. She still wore a smile, but her eyes shone with a taste of bashfulness now. Diana wanted to shake her head - she never understood the deal with gossip and rumors. But she understood Jess well enough.

“That’s not surprising. He’s still a man.” Several years ago, she might have spoken the last word with a measure of distaste. But now, after spending so long fighting and defending Man’s World, the male sex’s inclination towards lust had become almost charming. Diana even felt a grin tugging at her lips as she glanced towards footage playing of the Titan’s handsome, smiling face. “A young one by the looks of it.”

Beside her, Jess shrugged.

“Nothing wrong with a fresh-faced stud patrolling the skies.”

Diana didn’t have a response ready for that. She gave the red-suited heroine a curious look, her own lips pursed in thought. Jess seemed to realize her candor may have been a bit much, now looking even more bashful than before. Spider-Woman broke her eyes from Diana’s for a moment, suddenly finding the TV screens much more interesting.

The Amazon said nothing, letting the silence hang between them. The question was obvious and unspoken. Eventually, Jess came up with her answer.

“I might have gotten myself a taste of the Titan’s more intimate qualities…” She explained, speaking quickly and under her breath. She kept her face fixed forward, only glancing sidelong in Diana’s direction.

Ah.

“Hm. I see.”

Diana too turned her eyes back to the screens - and the sculpted hero displayed upon them. She found her mind drifting. Quickly her head was filled with visions - scenes of passion, of carnal lust set loose between man and woman. Of her friend, Jessica Drew, naked and flat on her back. And the Titan, his magnificent body just as bare, looming over her. Joining with her.

The Princess of the Amazons blinked, forcing herself back to the present. Back to the cool, calm environment of the Alliance meeting room. 

Silence again hung between them. A quick look around told Diana that she and Jess were now alone - Karen and Jen had departed without them noticing, taking their bickering elsewhere.

Diana stood tall, regal, proud… and pondering. As she digested the scandalous knowledge that Jess had offered, Diana felt more than simple curiosity. It was a warmth in her heart and her belly, stirring pleasantly, making her skin buzz with invisible lightning. Diana was beyond interested… She was intrigued.

“So…” Diana lifted her chin, turning upon Jess with a playful smirk. “How was he?”

Jess turned as well, eyes wide… and cheeks flushed pink. Then… a laugh, scandalized but also spirited. She took a quick look around the room, making sure that Power Girl and She-Hulk had indeed left. Then she bit her lip, her eyes brimming with excitement - and eagerness at the chance to gloat.

“Fan-bloody-tastic.” Jess leaned forward, whispering.

It was Diana’s turn to laugh, a friendly chortle wavering in her throat.

“That good? Truly?”

Jess perked up almost instantly, her face brightening with the sort of satisfaction Diana knew only a good time in bed could provide. The brunette nodded, humming sweetly.

“I will just say - his heroic effort doesn’t end when he takes off the suit.”

Spider-Woman bobbed on her toes then, clasping her hands behind her back and pulling them back - stretching her lithe, shapely body and extending her chest outward. She sighed, content, her posture so full of pep and vitality. Diana had noticed it before, but now… now it was just so obvious. Jess had the look… the look of a woman who had just enjoyed a most splendid fuck.

Jess released her arms, breathing out as she rolled her shoulders, rocking on her heels. The vigor, the radiance, Diana couldn’t help but admire it. Envy it, even.

“Careful, Jess. I might start feeling jealous.” Diana teased… though her words came with a sliver of truth.

The zeal was genuine from what the Amazon could see - and that meant the woman’s praise had to be true as well. The implication had Diana thinking. And thinking.

But her friend’s next words shook her from such thoughts.

“What if I said you didn’t have to?” Jess shot back. It was short, quick. Almost innocent in her delivery.

It gave Diana a moment of pause. Her mind was keen enough to pick up on the implication. But still, she wanted Jess to be clear.

“What do you mean?” Diana asked calmly, without judgment… or excitement.

The bashfulness slowly faded from Jess’ eyes, replaced with the glimmering of satisfaction. She didn’t exactly smile, but the expression on her face was one of pride… and perhaps a measure of triumph as well. Jess seemed to stand straighter, taller, her sexual verve having become her strength. She met Diana’s gaze without faltering, her eyes full of purpose now.

“I could set up a meeting.” Jess offered. “If you’d like.”

Again, visions entered Diana’s head, scenes of lust and desire unleashed. Beautiful bodies colliding in sexual battle, neither surrendering, dauntless in their fucking. Passion and ferocity mingling together. 

It was ridiculous. Crazy. And against her better judgment, Diana found it alluring.

“With the Titan?” The Amazon wanted - demanded clarification. She gestured towards the man on the screens - the new god aiming to join the world’s pantheon of heroes. The one who had already won his way into Jessica’s bed. And now perhaps Diana’s as well…

Jess smirked, nodding.

“He told me he was interested in sparring with you, Diana.” Jess continued, humming. A taste of daring seeped into her words then, sweetly sharp. “Maybe you can experience his heroics for yourself?”

Spider-Woman eyed the Sensational Wonder Woman expectantly while she considered the offer.

The smart choice, the responsible choice would be to politely decline. Diana knew that. She knew that a woman in her position had to be above the scandal and the gossip. She was an icon, a symbol of hope and empowerment to so many people in the world. What would they think if she ever stooped so low?

But…

Diana couldn’t ignore the allure. If Jess had found the young man to be such a delight, then he ought to be good enough for any heroine, no?

The Amazon felt a pleasant warmth coil in her belly as she gave her answer. Diana spoke with a lilt, her lips curling into a smirk. Sweetness and spice entwined in her lovely, powerful voice.

“Perhaps I will. It sounds like fun… seeing first hand what this Titan can do…”