A/N: Welcome to my first Avengers story. As much as I loved Endgame, I just could not let it leave it the way they did. So maybe this a fix it fic or not. This is just something that has been in my head for two weeks! Happy Reading!

Vormir was nothing he expected it to be. The dark grey clouds covered the only light that tried to shine through. Instead, he walked through the maroon haze clutching the orange stone within his palm. He knew that this was the last stone he had to return, but it was going to be the hardest. With each step he took, he could hear the thud of his footsteps and reached the peak of the cliff.

"Steve Rogers, son of Sarah … we meet again," An all familiar voice croaked.

Steve turned on his heel and flared his nostril as he was faced with his foe, Red Skull.

"What are you doing here?" Steve said as his grips on Mjölnir tightened.

"No need for that, I am the keeper of that stone you clutch and I cannot possess its power, I simply guide others to it," Red Skull said as he moved closer to Steve.

"You guide others? To what their deaths?" Steve snapped and Red Skull stopped.

"That … goodness still rings within you … darkened but still … the great Captain America," Red Skull said.

Steve fueled with anger swung Mjölnir at Red Skull and the hammer flew right through him and back into Steve's hand. He furrowed his eyebrow in confusion as Red Skull floated towards the edge of the cliff.

"It's a punishment, but we are not here to talk about me, you do know she won't come back if you return the stone, it's irreversible," Red Skull said as Steve let out a shaky breath.

"Place the stone on the edge and the stone will return to its place,"

Steve placed the stone on the ground and a bright orange light beamed in his face. Blinded by the light he fell to the ground. The maroon haze faded away as Steve stood up from the edge of the grass. Clint mentioned that he awoke in shallow murky water clutching the stone. So where did these blue skies come into play? Steve stood and spun around seeing endless grass full of flowers.

"What game are you playing?" Steve shouted as he looked for the Red Skull.

Steve spun once more and could see within the distant a large cherry blossoms tree. He ran towards the tree in hopes that he can see something else. He was not sure what Red Skull was manipulating his mind but he had to escape, he had to get back, he had to lead his team. As he caught his breath and leaned against the tree he saw a marking on the bark. It was small but he knew it was her symbol.

"Nat?" He whispered.

"Steve?" He heard and spun on his foot and was met face with Natasha.

Her hair was unwoven from its braid framed her face, and he could see the tears well in her eyes. He couldn't believe he missed something as simple as her eyes but he couldn't help it. To him, they were the brightest green eyes with specks of gold filled with mischievousness and hope.

"Steve?" She repeated and Steve took large steps towards her.

He dropped the hammer to the ground and encased her within his arms. Her small frame fell into his and he buried his face within her neck. He took in her scent and sighed contently as he finally had her back even for a few moments.

"Nat … I am sorry I wasn't there," Steve whispered and pushed back her hair.

"Steve please tell me you didn't do something stupid" Natasha begged as Steve chuckled.

"I returned the stone and ended up … here … wherever this is," Steve said as he looked around in the endless grass.

"Returned the stone? Did we win Steve? Is everyone back … Laura, the kids, Sam?" Natasha rambled.

"They are all back, Thanos is no longer," Steve began but stopped as he did not want to break the news about Tony.

"But what? What are you not telling me?" Natasha demanded.

Steve sighed and took a step back from their embrace. He took a good look at her and noticed that her attire wasn't the getup they left in, instead, she was draped in a white flowing summer dress, and she lacked footwear.

"Steve!" Natasha demanded.

"Nothing," He said and looked away from those damn eyes.

"Steve you're a terrible liar … what is wrong … please tell me," Natasha begged and took a step towards him. She placed her hand on the side of his cheek so he could look into her eyes. Tears welled up in his eyes and he sighed knowing he was going to give in.

"Tony … he sacrificed himself … to save us," Steve whispered.

Natasha gasped slightly and placed a hand over her mouth to stop herself. She cursed under her breathe at Tony's sacrifice, at the fact that he gave up his family to fix their messes. She cursed for Pepper, for Morgan, for everyone.

"This is my fault … if I wouldn't have suggested going to Tony … he would still be alive-" Steve raised his hand to her face.

"No … as much as it kills me to say this but Tony made his choice, he is the bravest man we know but he knew the risk and he wanted to ensure that Morgan and Pepper were safe" Steve whispered.

Natasha cried into his chest and he wrapped his arms around her to comfort her.

"How long are you here for?" Natasha whispered.

"I don't know, I don't even know where here is Nat? Are you okay? Is this …" Steve started.

Natasha chuckled and shook her head no.

"Heaven? I highly doubt I would be allowed there Rogers," Natasha joked and sat under the cherry blossoms tree.

Steve plopped next to her and leaned against the tree with his eyes closed.

"Nat … we should find a way to bring you back … even if it means … if I stay," Steve whispered.

He groaned when he felt the impact of her fist into his side and opened his eyes. Her eyes glared at him and her face scrunched into fury.

"No," Her voice curt and he sighed.

"Nat, come on, I lived my life for god sakes I am 105 years old," Steve said.

"Steve no! The Avengers need you now more than ever," Natasha said and tentatively placed her hand on top of his.

"You're a leader, you can handle those guys better than anyone. Don't leave them just because … just because I'm here. I made a choice, its okay I knew what I was doing and I'm fine with the outcome," Natasha continued.

Steve turned his hand over and interlocked their fingers. She seized up at his touch but relaxed when he looked at her. His blue eyes bore into her and she couldn't place where his mind was.

"I'm not okay with the outcome Nat … Natasha I lo-" Steve was cut off by Natasha's hand.

She placed her hand over his mouth and shook her head furiously. Her eyes begged for him to not finish his sentence and he tried to oblige.

"Don't Steve, you deserve to be happy, to be with someone who is good for you" Natasha whispered.

Shoulders dropped in defeat and he nodded to signify she could move her hand. Slowly he interlocked by of her hands with his. The wind blew cherry blossoms petals around them encasing them at the moment.

"I'm in love with you," Steve confessed.

Natasha tried to pull away but she couldn't break free from his grip on her. No matter what she felt he was going to make sure his feelings were clear. Tears spilled from her eyes and he gripped tighter so she can stop.

"Natasha please look at me"

She sniffled back her tears and looked at him. All the years of training out the window. The Red Room taught her how to seduce, manipulate, to kill but never how to deal with love.

"I am in love with you Nat, it's been us against the world, literally for seven years, and along the way, I fell in love with my best friend," Steve said and grinned.

"Steve … I'm a monster … I'm dead … I'm the Black Widow, you deserve someone-"

It was his turn to cut her off.

"Nat you're not perfect, but you're not a monster, do you see what you did for the team, for the world! Natasha monsters don't do that!"

Eyes locked onto one another and it was as if gravity was pushing them closer. Lowered gazes focused on lips and the air heavy with lust.

"Nat I love you," Steve murmured as she melted into him.

Lips melting into one another and little mews of passion slipped in between. Tension gone from their bodies as he pulled her tight against his frame. Her body trembled underneath the pads of his fingers and he held her closer. He never wanted the moment to stop but she pulled away. Foreheads met as they caught their breath. Her eyes were closed and he watched her mouth twitch. His hands moved from her back to her waist and squeezed at it. She squirmed and giggled at the action. To him, it was the most beautiful sound. Both lips met once more as the kiss had become deeper.

They had to stop, but neither wanted to. Fear of losing one another consumed them both. Kisses were fiery but they wanted more, needed more. He wanted more but he wasn't sure if she did. He just wanted one last moment. Natasha pulled away and placed their foreheads together once more. Blue locked onto green both swirled with lust and love. Lips swollen from one another. His nose grazed hers softly and he leaned on again but she pulled back.

"Nat, I need you" Steve whispered.

Their eyes locked as he awaited her answer. He could see the fear in them but it was what she whispered that solidify his confirmation.

"I love you too"

Natasha was the first to wake and looked at the view across from her. The skies reminded her of when they were in Sokovia fighting with Ultron. She got the view she always wanted but her heart tugged when she felt the body next to her move.

"You deserve better," She whispered.

Her fingers traced the outline of his jaw and stopped on his lips. The lips that just ravished her body for the first and last time. It was a spur of the moment heat of passion for them but she knew they would both remember forever. She never expected it to go so far but he wanted her as much as she wanted him. Repressed emotions of sexual tension and love burst at his confession. Nothing like this would have happened back at home because she kept everything in and away. Here, where ever that was allowed her to be free of it all.

"Like what you see?" He murmured and she pulled her hand away.

"Rogers" She scoffed.

"We're back to that? After a moment like what we just experienced?" Steve asked as he sat up.

She turned away from him and avoided making eye contact. It was a one-time thing, a goodbye, a confirmation of what could've been but no longer an option.

"Nat look at me?" Steve asked.

Natasha adjusted her dress and stood to her feet. Her back still turned to him and she crossed her arms. Steve picked up his shirt from the bunch of clothes and jumped to his feet.

"Natasha!"

His voice commanded her and she had to fight back what her heart was screaming at her. She turned on her heel and raised her eyebrows.

"Nat … what are you doing?" Steve asked as he put on his shirt.

"You need to go, Steve," She whispered and bit her lip.

"Nat I-"

"You don't belong here! I do! I made the choice Steve, don't punish yourself because we screwed around!" Natasha snapped.

"Screwed around! Nat, we made love because we are in love! I love you! Why are you pushing me away?" Steve yelled.

Words couldn't formulate out her mouth as she opened and closed her mouth.

"Nat please maybe we … ugh," Steve groaned as he fell to his knees.

He clutched his chest and Natasha fell to her knees.

"Steve, what's wrong?" She asked.

"I don't know but Nat ugh … I love you … always … till the end of time," Steve groaned as he collapsed.

She reached out to him and he disappeared into petals. Her hands grasped at the light pink petals and she let out a choked gasp.

"I love you too," Natasha cried.

Steve leaned up and splashed at the dark water around him. The sky painted maroon once more and he knew he was back in Vormir. He struggled to his feet and placed on the suit that Tony made. Nothing was in his sight but endless water and he took a step forward. The sky manipulated with each step until he was back to the edge of the cliff. Red Skull stood at the edge muted and still as a stone.

"I could have stayed," He whispered.

"Only those who sacrificed can stay in the realm, you don't belong, go back to where you came from and never return," Red Skull announced.

Steve struggled as he walked, his body overwhelmed with exhaustion and despair. He didn't turn back to look because he knew he would have jumped. He had to just press the button on the suit and he would be home. However home wasn't home without Natasha. One deep breath was all he needed to push that button.

As Steve vanished back into the quantum realm Red Skull moved backward.

"Only those who sacrificed belong … only those," He mumbled.

He closed his eyes and opened them to see Natasha in her realm. He took a step forward and she jumped to her feet. He stood out in this realm his dark cloak clashed with the bright skies.

"Only those who sacrificed belong," he said.

Her face was stricken with tears and her eyes bloodshot red from the tears. To him, she looked like a child.

"Thanks, I know that," She barked back and wiped her face.

"So you understand?" He asked and she rolled her eyes.

"Yes this is where I belong," She snapped and wished he would disappear.

Her heart ached for Steve and she wished they didn't argue before he left. This wasn't what she wanted but to her, she felt it was what she deserved.

"Yes but not your child,"

Natasha's eyes widen and she opened her mouth. It was impossible, no it was improbable, and it was ridiculous.

"Excuse me?" Her voice was sharper than she wanted.

"Not yet but soon, life works differently here and soon the child of yours will be born but it doesn't belong," Red Skull said as Natasha touched her lower abdomen.

Natasha had a clear understanding of conception but it was physically impossible for her. It was physically impossible to already be pregnant but He stared at her with sureness.

"What?" Natasha whispered.

"The realm senses when someone doesn't belong and your child a molecule now will grow. It didn't make the sacrifice you did so it must go!" Red Skull said and instinctively Natasha wrapped her hands around her stomach.

"Go? Go where?" She screamed but the light blue flashed to maroon.

She wobbled underneath the dirt and looked around. Her eyes caught on the spot where she and Clint were. She turned in a circle and saw Red Skull with gaze locked on her.

"What's going on?" She whispered.

"You're back on Vormir," He said.

"Why? I sacrificed myself it's irreversible!" Natasha snapped.

"But your child did not so you're back," He said.

"So I get to live?" She asked as she smiled softly. Steve was always saving her whether he knew it or not. He was her savior and she would forever be grateful for him. However, the smile faded as Red Skull had a vile smirk planted on his face. His voice echoed in her thoughts and spoke the words she never wanted to hear.

"For nine months."

A/N: Long chapter but needed for all the info given! Hope you enjoyed it! Review please 3