Maxima confesses to Kara

"You must really like MJ & Kori," Kara said to Maxima. "I don't think I've seen you as open and relaxed around anyone but me."

"There aren't a lot of people I feel I can truly be myself around," Maxima explained. "MJ, Kori, their friend, M'gann... I feel comfortable around them. Not just because they accept me for who I am, but because they're like me. And seeing them so free and open around each other, and knowing they love each other as deeply as they do... it gives me hope for myself."

"M'gann? You know Miss Martian, too?" Kara asked.

"I met her alongside MJ & Kori on Thanagar," Maxima explained. "We became very close as well."

"It sounds like you've really found somewhere to belong. I've always wished that for you," Kara smiled, giving Maxima's hand a squeeze.

"I truly think so, too," Maxima smiled. "Honestly, had I no responsibilities to my home and my people, I would stay here on Earth with MJ & Kori... and M'gann... and you, Kara."

Kara couldn't help but notice the affection in Maxima's eyes when she looked at her, still holding her hand. Did Maxima have feelings for her? Kara hadn't really ever thought about Maxima that way. She did find the Almerac princess stunning, sure, but during the time she'd spend with Maxima she was in a committed, monogamous relationship. Now, though, it all made sense -- Maxima had, indeed, had unrequited feelings for Kara. She'd just been completely oblivious to them.

"Maxima..." Kara started to say, her heart pounding in her chest. "Are you...um... are you thinking what I think you're thinking?"

Maxima gulped, her own heart pounding just as hard. "I think so... I've thought about you every day since you left the crucible. I think... I think I love you, Kara."

Kara felt her heart leap into her throat as she processed Maxima's confession. *Wow, she really does have feelings for me.* "I... wow..." Kara then went silent, thinking about how she felt. What she'd say next. "I think... I think I have feelings for you too, Maxima. I guess I just didn't realize they were there until now..."

"Hearing you say that makes me happier that you can imagine," Maxima said, still nervous. "But what of your girlfriend? Are you two still together?"

"We're... on break, I guess," Kara said sadly. "Neither of us wanted to part ways, but she had business in other universes. I miss her so much... and I hope she comes back to me... but I don't know when that will be. If she ever does come back."

"I'm... sorry," Maxima sympathized. "Perhaps my confession was ill-timed..."

"No, no, it's OK, really," Kara said, squeezing Maxima's hand again. "We promised each other we wouldn't put our lives on hold before she left. And... I've actually hooked up with a lesbian couple since then."

Maxima's eyed widened, extremely curious about this new development. "So... you've entertained the idea of polyamory?"

"Yeah, I guess I have," Kara confirmed. "So, if you still want to, I'd love to see where this goes between us..."

Maxima smiled, leaning in close to Kara's lips. "I'd like that very much."

The two women kissed, a kiss that was as passionate as it was tender. When the kiss was finished, Kara and Maxima looked deep into each other's eyes, and shared a loving smile.

"Maxima... do you mind if I ask you a question?"

"Anything, Kara."

"You & Kori & MJ... are you three 'together'?" Kara wondered.

"Yes, we are," Maxima confirmed. "But it's more than that. They introduced me to their polyamorous lifestyle, and I am also involved with their friend M'gann."

"Miss Martian?! I had no idea..." Kara said, surprised.

"I also have plans with some friends of MJ & Kori's. Perhaps you know them? Cassie Sandsmark and Gwen Stacy?"

Kara's jaw dropped. This seemed beyond coincidence. "They're... the lesbian couple I hooked up with..."

Maxima was floored by Kara's response. "That is quite the connection..."

"Yeah, it really is," Kara said, beginning to chuckle. "Talk about destiny. Or coincidence. Either way, I think it bodes well for us."

"I take it that means you're interested in trying our poly lifestyle, then?"

"Why not? I think I'm off to a pretty good start," Kara grinned, leaning closer to Maxima. "Tonight, though, let's just focus on the two of us..."

Kara pulled Maxima close, and the two fell into a long, tender kiss. Their tongues met as their hands roamed each other's bodies, exploring every inch of each other. Kara could feel her nipples stiffen beneath her shirt as she felt Maxima's hand grope her breast, and she moaned softly into their kiss. She pulled back and looked deeply into Maxima's eyes, lifting the Almeracian's shirt up and over her head. Kara's fingers trailed across Maxima's chest, down to her bra, and the Kryptonian unhooked it, letting Maxima's breasts fall free.

"I can't believe we're doing this," Kara whispered.

"Neither can I. But I've always wanted to." Maxima started to unbutton Kara's shirt, then pulled the garment over her head.

"Me too. I just don't think I knew I did until now," Kara said as Maxima's hands slid to her bra. The Almeracian gently kissed Kara as she unhooked her bra and tossed it aside. She then focused her attention on Kara's jeans, quickly undoing the button and zipper and peeling them off, alongside her panties. With Kara now nude, Maxima's hands made their way to her own pants, slipping them off to reveal a skimpy black thong.

"Love your choice in underwear," Kara commented, looking at Maxima approvingly.

"I was really hoping you'd get to see it," Maxima smiled, her hands tracing the edges of her thong as she lowered it down her hips and stepped out of it. "I wore it for you."

"Mmm. Lucky me," Kara purred, stepping in closer to Maxima and embracing her again. She took Maxima's hand and guided the two of them back to the couch, lying down on it as she pulled Maxima on top of her into a long kiss. The two women made out for quite some time, enjoying the feeling of their bodies pressed up against each other's as they kissed. Eventually, Kara rolled over on top of Kara, and she began to slide her body downwards, settling on kissing Maxima's chest. Maxima moaned softly as Kara's mouth enveloped one of her nipples, teasing it with her tongue.

"Mmm... that's right, Kara..." Maxima murmured.

Kara smiled, moving her mouth over to the other nipple to give it the same treatment. She could feel Maxima's hands, stroking her hair, holding her close as the Kryptonian worked her magic. Kara slid between Maxima's thighs, and grinned smugly when she was greeted by Maxima's drenched pussy.

"Someone's soaked..." Kara noted.

"It's all your fault," Maxima teased, her cunt absolutely throbbing with desire. "I've wanted this for so long... please, Kara, I need you now...

"Good, because I need it too," Kara purred, sliding her tongue slowly across Maxima's slit. Maxima moaned, her body shivering with delight as Kara's tongue snaked between her folds, lashing around the slick tunnel, finding a steady rhythm, sending waves of pleasure throughout Maxima's body. She bucked her hips upwards, grinding her pussy against Kara's mouth, aching for more of the Kryptonian's tongue inside her.

Kara grinned at the way Maxima responded to her efforts, more determined than ever to give Maxima an orgasm she'd never forget. The Kryptonian slipped her tongue even deeper into Maxima's snatch, lashing between the Almeracian's inner walls with an enthusiasm that quickly turned Maxima into a writhing, moaning mess. Her hands clutched at Kara's shoulders, pulling her face as close as she could manage, her cries of pleasure echoing through the room as she arched her back in anticipation of what was to come.

"Kara... I'm almost there... please keep going... Ahhh... AAAHHH!"

Maxima screamed out as she came, her pelvis slamming into Kara's mouth. Kara licked and sucked, eager to take as much in as possible, savoring the sweet taste of Maxima's nectar. As the orgasm subsided, Kara slid up on top of Maxima who lay there, tears of joy in her eyes. Her unrequited crush was finally hers.

"I hope I lived up to expectations," Kara smiled, gently wiping the tears from Maxima's cheeks.

"I don't think you could ever disappoint me," Maxima replied, her hands running through Kara's hair. "That was better than I had ever imagined..."

"I'm happy you feel that way. Because I want to do that a lot more often..." Kara leaned in close, pressing her lips against Maxima's for a brief kiss. "I hope I've convinced you to stay on Earth a little longer."

Maxima gave Kara an affectionate smile. *Between MJ, Kori, M'gann and especially Kara... I could stay forever,* she thought. She'd have never been able to have relationships like this on Almerac. Not as part of the royal family. Right now, though, she was free, free to be herself. Free to openly be with those she loved. And while she still wanted to free Almerac from the control of their antiquated monarchy -- to ensure others didn't have to go through the same pain she did -- in that moment, she allowed herself to be happy.

"Well... you certainly made a convincing point," Maxima cooed, squeezing Kara's hand in hers. "Now, if you'll let me return the favor..."

Meanwhile, MJ & Kori were lying together in bed, cuddling in each other's arms, relaxing after some very enjoyable lovemaking. It had been a few hours since they'd arrived at their apartment, and as usual, it wasn't long until the pair were naked and entangled with each other, groping, kissing, and touching.

"Maxima's not back yet. I believe that's a good sign," Kori said, sounding optimistic.

"Oh, definitely. I'm sure those two are having a really good time," MJ chuckled, aroused by her mental image of what Maxima and Kara were up to. "A really good, sexy, naked, sweaty time."

"I can imagine it," Kori purred, the beautiful image in her mind as well. "The thought excites me."

MJ tilted her head and began to kiss Kori's jawline. "Me too, babe. I guess we'll have to do something about that..."

Kori giggled, tilting her head in to kiss MJ back. "I guess so..."