Things got pretty serious yet awkward between Agent Grant Ward and Agent Phil Coulson. It was obvious to the world that S.H.I.E.L.D. is a strict, well-respected organization and with Agent Coulson leading his team, it seemed clear to his agents that "strictly business" meant "strictly business"
But that is not the case for Agent Ward. You see, ever since the Peru incident, the tension between Agent Ward and Agent Coulson seemed to rise. And by tension, I mean that certain chemistry that both men have for each other. It was bad enough that having relationships or an affair at work is bad, let alone a relationship with your co-worker who is a man.
After their operation was over, Grant Ward knew that Phil Coulson had been checking him out. From the moment he was staring at his eyes then to his lips when he was speaking, he knew there was something going on. Let's not forget that time when Grant Ward was showering and he caught Phil peeking at him. At first, it seemed alright for Grant. I mean, Grant had already seen Phil naked so I guess it was okay for him to see him naked too. However, this seemed more than that. So Grant had decided to confront Phil about it.
Agent Coulson: Alright everybody gather around! I have some important news to tell you.
Everybody gathers, with Agent Ward nearest to him. Agent Coulson was sitting on his desk office while everybody goes inside. Coulson gives Ward a smile then starts to make his announcement.
Agent Coulson: I just want to thank you guys for doing a job well done! We managed to capture the suspect in charge of that bank heist. Not to mention we finally have a lead on that radioactive man case. So well done!
Everybody claps.
Agent Coulson: Since you guys worked your butts off this case, I decided that we all should just take a breather. So I'm declaring that all of you guys are on break!
Everybody cheers as they are happy about the announcement. After the agents give Agent Coulson a pat or a handshake as a sign of giving thanks for his reward, Agent Ward, who was the only person left in the room besides Coulson, walks up to him.
Agent Ward: Agent Coulson, can I talk to you about something? *shuts the door*
Agent Coulson: Sure Grant, what is it?
Agent Ward: I've been noticing the way you act. I mean around me. I notice how you stare at me whenever you're speaking, or when you're checking me out whenever I'm changing. So I just wanna ask you something: Do you have feelings for me?
There was a slight pause. Coulson didn't know how to react, let alone he didn't have the time to answer his difficult question. Either way, whatever his answer was, it was going to be really awkward between the two of them… Or maybe it won't be.
Agent Coulson: You've got some keen sense there Agent Ward. I'm not saying you're right but you're definitely something special. *puts his hand on his shoulder*
Agent Ward: Look sir, I really don't know how to feel about this but can I just say, if you DO have feelings for me, then I guess I feel the same way.
That might have been the best thing that Agent Coulson has ever heard in his life – to know that the guy he loves, as forbidden as it may be, feels the same way about him. Now, the best thing for Coulson to do was just to come clean and say the same.
Agent Coulson: That's great of you to say that Agent Ward. But the truth is …
Something inside of him wanted to keep it a secret. But another part of him was telling him to just tell the truth.
Will Agent Coulson come clean about his feelings? Or will he remain "strictly business" with Agent Ward? Find out on chapter 2!