Chapter 2

Shayera made her way to the jet where she was to meet John and Diana for a mission. There, she would also encounter two other League members.

"Let's hope this mission goes well," the redhead whispered as she traversed the hallway. They had ample time before their scheduled meeting, but Shayera wished to arrive early to demonstrate her commitment.

As the Thanagarian approached the jet, she noticed other Leaguers conversing nearby. Glancing around, she saw them turn their attention towards her.

Unperturbed, Shayera continued to the jet, where she found Diana and John waiting. She realized they were eager to begin and overheard them discussing the mission's details.

"Who did you choose to accompany us?" Diana asked, ignoring the newcomer.

"Supergirl and Vixon," John replied. "We should be able to handle them."

Shayera approached, having overheard John's words. She knew Vixon from a previous encounter with Grundy, but Supergirl was unfamiliar.

"Is it time to go?" Shayera asked, drawing everyone's attention. She ignored Diana's glare.

"We have about twenty minutes left," John said.

Shayera nodded, understanding that they needed to wait for the other heroes.

"I'm surprised you actually appeared on time," Diana remarked to Shayera.

"Diana!" John cautioned, hoping to avoid conflict before the mission. He had hoped it would help Shayera integrate, but it may have the opposite effect.

Shayera's gaze locked with the older woman, but words failed her. She turned to John. "Who else?" she inquired, acknowledging Diana's disapproving glance for ignoring her.

"Supergirl and Vixon," John replied.

"Vixon is the one that—" Shayera began.

"You met when you assisted with Grundy," Diana interjected.

Shayera suppressed her annoyance as Wonder Woman cut her off. "It's nothing, Diana!" John intervened. "Shayera is still getting to know the team. They weren't present when she left."

Diana rolled her eyes. "Whose fault is that?" she muttered under her breath, but Shayera caught her words. However, she refrained from engaging with the older woman.

"Yes, Vixon is the one you met," John confirmed as the other two members arrived. "Hey," Vixon greeted as she approached with Supergirl at her side.

"What's the mission?" Supergirl asked, hopping excitedly.

"Assisting with an apprehension of a few thieves," John replied.

"Is that all?" Supergirl asked, disappointed. "I thought we'd be dealing with a monster!"

"Next time," Vixon smiled. "And it's better with a new member."

"New member?" Supergirl inquired, looking at Shayera.

John nodded. "Yes, Shayera will be joining us."

Supergirl and Vixon turned to Shayera. "Her?" Supergirl exclaimed, her reluctance evident.

Shayera rolled her eyes at the hostility in the young blonde's gaze. The redhead wasn't a new member; she had merely returned to the league.

"We should get going and commence the mission," John stated as he boarded the jet. "J'onn, open the door," he instructed as the team followed him.

Shayera took a seat in the back, while John and Diana occupied the front along with Vixon and Supergirl.

"The door is open when you're ready for takeoff," J'onn relayed through the earpiece. "Thanks, J'onn," Diana replied, activating the controls.

Shayera gazed out the window as the jet ascended, sighing as they embarked on their mission to Earth.

As the jet descended towards Earth, Shayera could hear Supergirl and Vixen conversing, but she paid them no heed. Instead, her attention was drawn to John and Diana's discussion in the cockpit.

"Excuse me," Supergirl interjected, catching Shayera's attention. "What brings you here?" she inquired.

"I'm accompanying you on our mission," Shayera replied, puzzled by the question.

Supergirl's expression turned skeptical. "Yes, but what prevents you from turning against us? After all, you have betrayed the League in the past."

Shayera's gaze hardened as she hesitated before responding. She recognized the futility of arguing and felt no obligation to defend her past actions. Instead, she simply averted her eyes and stared out the window.