Give Me Novacaine

Kara Settles In

Mike was up early the next day, he had set an alarm since he was afraid that Bashir might forget to wake him. He wasn't normally worried about waking up a little late but today was a special day as Ayesha was the one taking him to work. He wanted to remain in her good books especially considering the way she had so completely drawn out his submissive personality.

As he was about to go outside his room he almost bumped into Bashir who was coming from the opposite direction.

'Oh...um...sorry Bashir my man. I wasn't expecting you to be here so suddenly'.

'Well, how can you really expect me to be sleeping when you keep me at the end of my toes in fear that you might not wake up'. Bashir pretended to be offended crossing his arms and rolling his eyes as he spoke.

'Well. I know how reliable you are to me Bashir. But I just couldn't afford to screw up in front of Ayesha. So I decided not to take any chances'. Mike replied while walking up to the refrigerator to get a glass of water.

'Okay. So that's what this is about'. Bashir couldn't help beaming at him as he spoke.

'Careful there Partner. You're beaming too much when I talk about her'. Mike gave a friendly clap to his face as he spoke.

'Well you can't blame me there can you?'.

Mike shook his head with a wide smile. He didn't take long to get ready but paid more attention to his appearance which wasn't a usual thing for him. He went outside in excitement after Bashir served him a well made omelette and a cup of hot tea. Ayesha's dashing black Altis was parked in the exact same spot but she wasn't outside. Mike began to feel slightly worried thinking that perhaps she had changed her mind about him after the night before. He was mulling over those negative thoughts as the calming bright rays of the early winter sun simmered on the street and cast a golden glow on Ayesha and his own small gardens.

He stood close to the car for a while running his fingers across its side glass and feeling all the more worried as the seconds ticked by.

When fifteen minutes had gone by and even the time for the departure of the bus shuttle was close, he finally couldn't take it any longer and was about to ring the bell when the front door finally opened and Ayesha came outside with a wide smile and a vibrant look that gave even more appeal to her stunning voluptous physique.

'Good morning, beautiful boy. I am so sorry for the delay. I didn't have a very comfortable night'. Ayesha said playing with Mike's hair with her right hand and staring at him with her piercing eyes.

'No. No. It's totally alright. We can still reach in time. You care so much that You're taking me all the way to work. I can't thank You enough for this'. Mike had an emotional and touched expression on his face as Ayesha drew close and kissed him softly on the lips just after he spoke those words.

'Come on, we're going to be late for work. You better get used to being on time if you have any hope of satisfying your new boss'. She said in a teasing energetic tone as she sensually slapped his stomach.

The trip to Mike's office was uneventful, they had left a little late which was why they had to deal with some frustrating heavy traffic as they entered the heart of Kamtachi City. Ayesha gave Mike's right thigh a firm squeeze as She noticed his uneasiness getting worse as the time slipped by.

'Hey, don't you worry babe. You're safe in my hands'. Ayesha commented just as she floored the speed pedal and the dynamic black vehicle zoomed ahead of the traffic.

They arrived ten minutes earlier which was nothing short of a miracle in Mike's dictionary. He couldn't recall a single day when he had managed to arrive so promptly when he left late for work.

'Did we make it in time?'. Ayesha said in her strong husky voice and the usual firm glare in her eyes as she spoke.

'Yea...Yes... we made it ten minutes earlier'.

'Hey...hey...stop doing that'. Ayesha said firmly as She slapped Mike's hands firmly which he had joined together in front of her in the way in which people in India gave the 'namaste' greeting. Mike's face was full of emotion and Ayesha could also see a slight tear slipping out of his left eye. She took both his hands in hers with a sympathetic look.

'Why Sweetheart? There's no need for this babe'. She lovingly traced one of her long elegant fingers across his eyelids after she spoke.

'Come on now. Chop, chop babe. You got this in the bag okay'. Ayesha clasped both his shoulders with her graceful hands.

'As your new boss I order you to seize the day for me, alright'.

Mike nodded with a blush on his face as Ayesha gave him a firm little punch in his belly.

'Oh and one more thing'. he spun his head backwards after hearing her voice.

'We are going to have a hottub arrangement tonight so I can have my way with you'. She whispered sensually inside his ears followed by a teasing wink and thoroughly enjoyed the way he squirmed upon hearing those words.

'Best of luck now babe'. She gave him a big wave and a wide smile as She placed the dashing black sedan into gear and turned it back onto the route that would lead her back home.

Back at the location of Ivy Villas, the neighbourhood was as sleepy and serene as always. Bashir stretched himself with a loud yawn after finishing up on the dusting activity he carried out everyday through pretty much the entire area within the villa. He hummed a little tune as he stepped out into the garden taking deep breaths of the cold refreshing air of the early winter morning.

The long and thin pipe in Bashir's hands burst out a torrent of sprinkling water all across the tiny perimeter of the villa's little garden. The stillness of the atmosphere was alluring with the peaceful chirping sound of birds, the beautiful butterflies that flew around in clusters all across the many small gardens spread across the landscape and the bright rays of the early winter sun that was casting a magical gleam on the water he was spreading across his garden. The water he was splattering made a serene swooshing noise as it poured into the freshly cut grass and the handful of vegetables that were being planted in the garden.

Bashir continued with the watering activity and glanced at his watch time and again to check how much longer he had to keep doing it. It was his third instance of time checking when suddenly a loud click was heard from Ayesha's villa followed by the appearance of an adorable looking blonde haired girl who slowly emerged from inside the house.

Bashir stole a quick glance at her before quickly turning his face away in the fear that she might notice him looking at her. He was hardly ever found wanting in terms of social skills but he was also nearly as uncomfortable as Mike was when it came to the topic of being open and upfront with beautiful women.

Even though he was pretending not to notice he could easily make out from the corner of his eye that she was walking straight towards him.

He finally couldn't take the intensity of his self consciousness so he forced himself to turnaround and face her.

'Hi. I live in the villa next door. My name is Kara'. the young woman spoke in a voice that showed forced confidence.

'Hi. My name is Bashir. Nice to meet you.'

said Bashir with a forced smile while shaking her hand.

'Your villa looks really nice. Do you live here alone by yourself?' Kara asked her golden hair waving gently in the cool early morning breeze as she tucked her hands into the pockets of her light blue jacket.

'Well, I keep house actually, for my friend, Mike'. Bashir spoke a little too slowly since he was too engrossed in the pleasant noise of water that was being splattered in large torrents upon the date palm tree, green chilly and coriander crops within his end of the garden.

'Oh. That's so sweet. Mike is really lucky to have a friend like you in his life'. Kara spoke in a soft voice as she gave him a piercing look with her deep blue eyes.

'Oh. No need to mention that'. Bashir said with an awkward laugh.

'So, I have met Ayesha a couple of times. She's easily the strongest and most self confident and compassionate Woman I have ever come across'. He muttered quickly to escape the inevitable uncomfortable silence that was expected to follow.

'Yes. That is true'. Kara said shyly. Bashir was tempted to probe Kara more about Ayesha but after seeing her cheeks getting red while she replied he chose to be the better man and avoid making her more uncomfortable.

'Hey. Bashir could you tell me how to water my side of the garden? We do have our own water pipe but I don't know how to use it'.

Kara asked obviously feeling grateful for Bashir's silence which allowed her to change the subject.

'Oh, Sure. Ofcourse'. Bashir walked slowly towards the water pumping machine and joined one end of the pipe with a hole situated at the right side of it. He thrust it firmly and then opened a small lever on top which allowed the water to spill out in large torrents across the porch of Ayesha's villa.

'See that wasn't difficult now was it?'

Bashir gave out a little laugh and slapped his thighs lightheartedly.

'Thank you so much. Di...er...Ayesha asked me to start helping around the house after completing my rest but I wasnt feeling tired anymore so I thought I should start right away to um...make a good impression. You know'. Kara said with a voice and facial expressions that didn't come out as confidently as she needed them to.

Bashir eyed her closely when her concentration had finally shifted towards the small cluster of sunflowers and morning glories which were within Ayesha's side of the garden.

He felt that she wasn't too comfortable in her own skin. She was indeed adorably beautiful with that lovely golden hair and deep blue eyes but her demeanour probably wasnt half as forceful and dominant as Ayesha's. However she also didn't look like someone who was super nervous and very socially awkward either. She had a typical girl next door vibe about her with that cute slender look and the modest choice of simple white PJs and light blue jacket that she wore.

They stood close together in silence for a little while as Kara continued to retain her gaze on the garden while splashing it relentlessly with the spluttering gush of water. Bashir wanted to finish up and get inside quickly but the severe longing for physical contact forced him to remain where he was.

He continued to spray water on the freshly cut grass in the middle of the garden for a while but felt a little while later that he had to say goodbye as the time to go and provide his driving services got painfully closer. Kara however spared him the effort by saying that she was about to go inside herself.

'It was so nice to meet you, Bashir'. Kara looked at him with a warm smile as she closed the valve of the machine behind her.

'You can come inside for a cup of coffee with me if you like'. Bashir replied warmly.

'Oh. it's sweet of you to offer but it's time for me to do.....the... laundry'.

She spoke the last two words with a considerable pause and her adorable friendly face displayed awe and admiration when a familiar looking black Altis entered the street at a steady pace towards where she and Bashir were standing.

Ayesha neatly parked the car in her porch with a screeching noise which was typical in the neighborhood. Her captivating appearance with that tall muscular body and a super confident stride had both Bashir and Kara transfixed where they stood. She walked slowly towards them with a wide and warm smile on Her face.

'Hey, Kara. tch...tch...why did you start watering the garden so early sweetie. you need your rest after that long journey'. Ayesha said gently clapping both the cheeks of the younger woman.

'Oh, hi Bashir. Good to see you up so early'. Ayesha said waving at him with the same warm smile before giving Kara a chance to reply.

'Hi. Um..yes...its a bright warm day and I usually come here at this time to water our side of the garden'. Bashir replied with a rather forced voice to hide the uncontrollable intense admiration that he was feeling for Ayesha at that point.

'Bashir taught me how to fix the water pipe in the pumping machine and I was standing here for a while with him while I watered the garden. You were gone for a long drive Di..er....Ayesha... so I... um...thought I should help to ease your stress'. Kara quipped trying to seem loud and confident but failing to do so due to her mild shyness.

'Oh. you didn't need to do that. your rest and peace of mind are very important to me Kara'. Ayesha gently stroked her beautiful short golden hair with a little smile as She spoke.

'It was really nice to see you today Kara. you're a good conversationalist and I will always be grateful to have your company'. Bashir said pleasantly.

'Okay. I must be off for my driving duties. Need to scurry back quickly to keep the house in order before Mike comes back'. he added briskly.

'All the best for the day bashir'. Ayesha commented.

'hope you have a good day and thank you for the company'. Kara added in a soft and clear voice.

'Thank you very much same to you'. Bashir replied with a wave before heading back inside to get ready for duty.

'he's a really down to earth and humble man just like Mike'. Ayesha said while placing her long and muscular right arm across Kara's petite frame.

'Does Mike behave as sweetly as him?' Kara asked softly.

'Mike is a naturally submissive man, Kara. And he deserves support an'. Ayesha replied slowly in her sensual husky voice before taking her protégé inside and closing the door behind her.

'Go on now Kara. Don't be shy'. Ayesha said pleasantly giving the younger woman an amused look as she hesitated with a little tremble in her hands before picking up the silver black bracers in Ayesha's wardrobe.

'Would you like to put them on your wrists baby girl?' Ayesha asked in a gentle voice.

'I...I don't think I'm worthy of it Diana'. Kara's voice stuttered as she spoke and there was a clear look of despair written on her face as she stood humbly before the wardrobe of the goddess she had always looked up to.

Ayesha gave Kara a piercing glare and pointed her towards the sofa with a sharp click of her fingers.

'It was really refreshing to hear my real name from an amazing badass female superhero'. Ayesha said with a soothing tone that made Her glorious husky voice seem even more sexy and alluring.

She put a warm arm around the insecure kryptonian pressing her petite frame against her toned athletic physique.

'Look at Me, baby girl'. She said in a louder voice as She tilted Kara's pouty face towards Her own with a gentle touch of Her middle finger.

Kara felt like she couldn't handle the strain anymore and so finally a few tears managed to pour out in a gentle trickle from the corners of her adorable sea blue eyes. she tried to smile and to angrily blink them away but Ayesha refused to allow her to hide from her true feelings.

'Oh..no..no. you're not getting away from me this time young lady. As a rule I never use force on my team mates with the Lasso of Hestia but it will still give you a sharp sting when I tighten it against your waist with a lightning fast twirl of my fingers'. Ayesha said with a teasing wink.

'Well I...I am a kryptonian li...like my cousin...so I don't think its per...perhaps that easy'. Kara said in such a hesitant and unsure voice that Ayesha couldn't control the burst of laughter that erupted from inside Her.

'Oh, great Hera. you're just irresistibly adorable'. Ayesha said in a light hearted voice as She grasped Kara from both sides of her waist and spun her around before placing the kryptonian on Her toned and muscular lap so that both of them could see each other face to face.

Ayesha did not let either of them speak for a while and just forced Kara to keep staring into Her penetrative loving eyes. She clasped Kara's smaller hands into Hers and pushed her to steady herself through deep relaxing breaths. Once Ayesha understood that Kara had relaxed and calmed down to a level that was appropriate for conversation She slowly began to talk in a soft voice to avoid intimidating her.

'Okay then sweetheart. What's going on here? for so many years you were living under the radar in National City like a modest employee that nobody cared about. I was very unhappy about that and I refused to talk to your sister and J'onn when I found out they were involved in forcing you to avoid understanding your powers'. Ayesha said while She had Kara wrapped around the right side of Her waist as She spoke.

'Alex and J'onn said it was best to keep it that way. my cousin is already doing so well and saving so many lives. I would just be getting in the way. So I...'.

'Well, that's nothing but utter nonsense'. Ayesha said in a dangerous voice.

'You know what Kara. I made everyone believe that I retired from the league because I was exhausted but frankly I was just suffocated by the sheer disparity of power in the league. On one hand you had male superheroes with god like powers but besides me there was no other female that could even hope to measure up to that. I argued with Clark and Bruce so many times to let Me train you and take you under my wing but they always turned me down because of their majority'. Ayesha rambled with a sigh.

'You really thought I was worth training?'. Kara asked in a small voice.

Ayesha rolled Her eyes and shook Her head in agitation. 'Oh damn. Great Hera. Of course I did'.

'Kara, you were ten years older than your cousin on Krypton. you sacrificed a lot more than he did. And to be honest you were supposed to be higher in rank than him'. She said forcefully as She gave a friendly little slap on Kara's gut and then cupped her small breasts with firm but gentle hands in an affectionate gesture.

All of these warm and sensual moves from a an all powerful quintessential goddess Superhero had an intoxicating impact on Kara and as a result she finally managed to release herself from the fortified shell that had been captivating her. she felt an inescapable compulsion to show full devotion and gratitude to the goddess she always desired as her mentor and guardian.

However Ayesha did not want to overwhelm Her girl just yet and so She firmly grabbed Kara by the shoulders before the younger woman could get down on her knees before the goddess.

'Now...now. easy there baby girl'. Ayesha commented while placing her gently on the sofa beside Her.

'you're under no obligation to worship Me. I only did this because I am eager to help you embrace your full potential'.

'Clark thought it was best to hide me because he knew I would be a liability in case Darksied ever thought about trying to invade the earth again'. Kara said in a more open and comfortable voice.

'The league scouts had intercepted secret information from Darksied's headquarters that someone close to Superman was going to be abducted soon. Its why Clark has been acting on edge these past few days. Lois, Jimmy and his parents have all been taken into protective custody at the league head quarters'. Kara said continuing in a small voice as she looked nervously at Ayesha.

'Hmm...I see...well that clearly explains why they sent you here to stay with me'. said Ayesha moving Her hands vigorously and slapping Her thighs loudly as She spoke.

'Honestly, sweetheart I am really glad that this happened. Although, I do wish the circumstances were different and our loved ones didn't have to be at such risk'. Ayesha continued in a soft and caring voice, gently caressing Kara's face while Spoke with a maternal tenderness in Her eyes.

'I really don't know what to do next Diana. I wish I had some field experience and at least some of Your confidence to stand a chance. The last thing I want is to be a burden to someone that I fantasized and wished to worship my whole life when I lived like a nobody'. Kara said once again with a lot of emotion in her voice.

'Hey...hey...Kara'... Ayesha said pretending to be stern as She playfully slapped the Kyrptonian's right cheek and then grabbed her slender shoulders with strong arms.

'Look Me in the eyes little sister. First of all you never were and never will be a burden to Me or to anyone. And also second of all you don't have to worry about a damn thing while you're under my wing. Not only can I whoop Darksied's ass all over town but I also have more than twice the wealth and influence of Bruce Wayne. Although I never tell him that to protect his little ego'. Ayesha said with a hearty laugh that also made Kara's face light up for the first time.

'Oh great Hera. So finally the little miss gives me a real smile'. Ayesha said with a playful sigh which forced Kara to give out an adorable blush.

'Okay so now that we've finally managed to sort out our uncomfortable fears and doubts. How about a nice hot shower and some take out and Netflix?'. Ayesha said in a pretend nonchalant voice and a naughty glint in Her eyes while She was standing in Her tall towering posture with Her powerful muscled back pointed towards Kara.

'Ah...by shower...um...you mean...shower together?'. Kara said shyly.

'No. It's only an offer to you for now. But tomorrow night there is a fundraising event which will be followed by skinny dipping in a deep wide Grotto. Unfortunately it's mandatory for Me to be there and I can't leave you here alone now can I'? Ayesha said with a teasing stare at the poor kryptonian who couldn't stop the hypnotised and excited look on her face.

Mike was having a very ordinary day at work. It was ordinary in the sense that all his work activities were completely routine and his superiors could not test him with anything that could be considered as something that was worthy of a challenge.

However, on a private level he felt a lot more at ease and more comfortable than he had ever been in his own skin. He knew that Ayesha's appointment as his new boss was the reason for the change in his emotional health at work.

There were only two days left before the present boss's retirement after which Ayesha was supposed to take charge of that role. Mike realized that he was excited and apprehensive at the same time. he was worried that Ayesha might not go easy on him if he didn't perform up to Her expectations at work. he knew how merciless the work environment really was at Livingstone Global, the superiors were always hunting for the opportunity to humiliate their subordinates due to their own frustrations. Despite his anxiety he manged to handle the day very comfortably thanks to his vast experience. he also felt a lot more resilient when his annoying coworkers once again pestered him with their annoying small talk.

Mike felt ashamed about the fact that Ayesha would again show up for his ride back home. That's why he left Her a voice note in the middle of the day to tell Her not to come. he knew in his heart of hearts that She would not only flatly refuse him but would also react sternly and scold him for bringing it up again. This is why he didn't feel any surprise when that is exactly what actually happened.

Ayesha not only showed annoyance and gave Mike a firm talking to but also teased him more intensely just to drill the fact in his head that She was the one making the rules and She expected him to follow and respect Her point of view.

Mike got a text from Ayesha in which She told him to get downstairs when it was nearly time for the workday to end.

The lonely guy once again felt the intoxicating experience of being swept off his feet by the larger than life goddess who was taking him back home in a car that was five times higher than the salary he would make in an entire year.

It was nearly twilight when Ayesha's dashing vehicle finally entered their street. The atmosphere was quiet and peaceful like always with the usual hustle and bustle of young children who kept moving around to and fro on their bikes and adults resting on chairs in the beautiful little gardens that were a signature of this part of the small town. As their respective villas came into plain sight, Mike felt a twinge of surprise when he saw Kara for the first time. The blonde haired young woman was sitting on Ayesha's side of the garden in a small light blue chair with a cup of hot coffee in one of her hands.

Mike could clearly see a look of nervous excitement as she stood up and walked towards the neatly parked vehicle.

It would be a lie to reveal that Mike did not feel hurt by Ayesha's decision to not let him know about Kara while they were heading back home. However his naturally submissive nature did not just not allow him to respect that feeling but also forced him to become even make him feel even more humble towards Her.

Ayesha could easily realize the poor man's dilemma since She was also an expert in reading faces.

'Kara. this is Mike. Mike. Kara'. Ayesha's tone was as usual firm and intimidating with just the right amount of love and empathy that always made the whole potion so intoxicating.

Mike may have been surprised to see Kara but that surprise became even stronger when he shook hands and felt her vice like grip. she certainly seemed a lot stronger than what her petite frame seemed to reveal.

'It's really nice to meet you Kara'. Mike said in a soft voice, his eyes clearly showing a look of disbelief.

'Likewise'. Kara replied smiling pleasantly at him while she spoke.

The three of them stood outside Ayesha's villa for a little while and spoke for a little while where Ayesha Herself came clean and told Mike why She hadn't mentioned Kara to him.

Mike was feeling guilt upon himself for having had some negative feelings towards Ayesha which he couldn't reveal to Her due to Her sheer dominance upon him.

'See you tomorrow Mike. Make sure that you are ready and prepared for tomorrow's event'.

'You mean the Grotto event'. Mike replied with a forced calmness in his voice.

'Yea. the one with no clothes'. Ayesha whispered in a sly voice and gave the shy guy a teasing wink before they went inside their houses for supper.