All the avengers had left the facility, gathering data and brainstorming how best to retrieve the tesseract that Loki had once again stolen.
Wanda and vision remained at the facility, pondering to themselves and processing their growing relationship.
Wanda sighed as she packed her backpack, slipping a photo of Pietro in the bag. She missed him but was grateful that she was starting to feel like family here.
Despite her obvious powers, she often felt like she was a weaker team member being one of the youngest and still learning how to control her powers.
Just yesterday in a minor battle against three of Loki's henchmen, Wanda had been taken off guard whilst flying, and hadn't had enough strength to make enough power to restore her flight. Thankfully, Vision had caught her and destroyed the henchman, simultaneously.
While she was grateful, she felt powerless and wanted to prove herself, especially to those she cared about.
She listened carefully for signs of Vision around as she packed water and protein bars into her backpack.
Her plan was to leave the facility, find Loki and end this nonsense. She could take him and return the tesseract reminding herself of her strength and pride. However, the other members wouldn't approve of this, especially Vision.
Her hands shook in anticipation and her heart pounded. Of course Loki was a god, but her powers were strong. She could do this.
Taking deep breaths, Wanda slowly put the pack on her back, preparing to leave.
A tall body phased through the wall.
"Agh!" She exclaimed. Perfect.
Vision looked concerned.
"Wanda, I apologise for startling you. Are you alright? I noticed your heart rate is accelerating significantly. Are you in pain from yesterday's battle?" He stepped closer to her, arms wide as if preparing to catch her if she fainted.
Wanda sighed, not wanting to discuss her adventure.
"I'm fine, Vis."
Vision sensed her lie immediately.
"Are you certain? Where are you going with your bag packed? Training? Because if so, we can train together."
He smiled earnestly.
Wanda grew irritated.
"No, thanks Vision. Plus you will always beat me anyway."
He frowned.
"Wanda, you are very talented in combat however I have more experience than you."
She sighed, her eyes not meeting his.
They had grown very good at reading each other's faces. Vision could tell something wasn't right, but he couldn't place what.
He continued, stepping closer.
"Wanda, tell me where you're going."
He looked intimidating. He didn't like the possible reasons behind her evasiveness.
Wanda cursed herself as her heart rate soared, knowing he could hear it. She slowly distanced herself a step back.
"Just to do some personal training. I'll be back soon."
Wanda took a breath in as she walked up to Vision to pass.
Within a blink, he had phased , towering over her.
"Wanda, judging by your heart rate and facial expressions, you are lying to me. Now it is imperative with all our enemies that I know where you are for your safety.
Now I will not be letting you leave until you tell me the truth."
Wanda panicked. She challenged him as his tall figure blocked her path.
"Who's to say that you'd be able to stop me?"
Her voice shook slightly.
Vision grew impatient. His eyes narrowed.
"Wanda, despite you catching me off guard previously, if I had truly wanted to stop you, believe me, you could not overpower me, especially if your safety is involved."
He looked menacing.
Wanda's mind raced. Why did he have to catch her right now? She lowered her back pack.
Visions mind scrambled for what she could be planning. It obviously is something he'd disapprove of if she's being so defensive.
"Wanda, where are you going?" His eyes focused on her face.
Tears filled her eyes as her emotions bubbled over.
"Look, Vis. I-um-I'm going to see Loki. Im going to retrieved the tesseract and prove to you and to everyone my strength and contribution as an avenger. I'm done talking and I'll see you later on."
Anger and shock soared through Vision. His eyes widened as he processed her absurd suicide mission. His arm shot out, gently but firmly grabbing her upper arm.
"Wanda Maximoff, you cannot be serious. Loki is a sadistic and powerful god, whom would not hesitate to hurt or kill you. You would be no match for him whatsoever."
Wanda's tears escaped in anger as she struggled against his grip.
"Vis, that's not true. I am powerfu-"
"No!" He interjected, bending slightly to bring his face close to hers.
"Wanda you are powerful, but physically, you are human. Loki is just as powerful and physically unparalleled in strength to you. If this is your plan, there is no way I will allow you to be harmed. "
Wanda gasped as Vision moved, quickly removing her backpack and placing it on the floor.
She sighed in defeat, storming upstairs to her room.
Vision filled with relief knowing that she was safe. He would watch her carefully, ensuring she didn't do anything reckless.
Anger surfers through him as he thought about the possibility of Loki hurting her.
He would keep her safe, always.