Tony Stark was now in his limo being driven to a gym. He was reading a newspaper while during the trip. "Jameson really has it out for that Spider-Man guy.."

"Sir we're here." said the driver.

"Right. I'll be out shortly."

Tony set the newspaper aside and got out of the limo, entering the gym. Steve Rogers was at a punching bug, not going easy on it as he delivered fast and strong punches. Tony took a moment to admire the man before slowly stepping towards him. "You must be Mr Rogers."

"Depends who's asking." Steve stopped and looked over.

"Tony Stark."

He walked over and held out his hand for a shake but didn't receive one.

"Stark huh? Aren't you that boy millionaire?"

"Billionaire actually, not to brag or anything." Tony corrected.

"What do you want with me?" Steve asked.

"Well you see me and a friend are looking to assemble a team of heroes with unique abilities to defend New York. Your name happened to be brought up."

"Why do you need me? I'm just some guy from brooklyn with a shield." Steve remarked.

"Oh you're more than that solider. Didn't that serum give you enhancements?"

"You did your homework I see. Yes it did but even then would it be possible to fight off dictators from other dimensions? Aliens?"

"You'd be amazed what you could achieve. Hell i'm a guy in a suit of armor and i've gone up against some tough foes. And you wouldn't have to just rely on yourself, your other teammates will have your back." Tony assured.

"I'll consider it." Steve concluded and recived a card from Tony.

"My numbers on there, just call back when you've decided."

Tony strolled out of the gym and got back into his limo, driving away. "I wonder how much luck Hank's having…"

Meanwhile Hank Pym was visiting the home of Clint Barton. Hank knocked on the door and it was opened by a woman. "Uh hello do you need something?" she asked.

"Yes hello is this the residence of the Bartons?"

"It is. Are you one of Clint's friends?"

"Well not exactly. I'd like to speak with him about a important subject." he explained.

"Right well i'll go and get him. Please come in and have a seat."

The woman walked away and Hank waited patiently inside the house. Soon Clint Barton walked over to Hank, looking him over.

"You must be Clint. I'm Hank Pym." The two shook hands.

"An honor to meet you Mr Pym i've heard about your work. What brings you here?"

"I came with a offer. See me and another friend are looking to assemble a team of heroes and-"

"Let me stop you there. I don't do this hero gig anymore."

"How come?"

"I have a wife and kids that need me. I can't just go back out there and risk my life."

"I can see your concerns with this but I promise you that your family won't be in harm's way. Your service will help our city be a better place."

"I appreciate the offer but i'll have to refuse."

"I see. If you ever reconsider just contact me."

Hank got up and left the house. That night Clint was in bed with his wife. "Are you going to join them?" She asked.

"No babe. I don't want to put you and the kids into danger."

"I can handle them just fine you know."

"I know that but what if I don't come back from this. What then?" he sighed.

"Then the kids will know of the brave, strong man there father was. They look up to you and would be bragging that there father is the best."

"You're just saying that."

"I mean it Clint. You are the best." She kissed his cheek.

"Fine, fine I'll think about it. But until then.." He kissed his wife and she giggled.

Back at Stark Tower Tony and Hank met up. "Any luck?" Tony asked.

"He rejected it but hopefully might reconsider."

"Steve said he'd think about it."

"So far not the best start but it's something right?"

"True. We'll have to pay our big friendly Hulk next." Tony told him.

"That'll be interesting. I'll have to pass on this one, my girlfriend is coming back tomorrow from her trip to San Francisco."

"Leaving me with the heavy work. Figures." Tony said jokingly.

"Glad luck and try not to piss him off will you?"

"Alright I got it." Tony insisted.

Hank walked off to the elevator and Tony walked off towards him armory, entering it quietly. "Note to self: make new armor to maintain Hulk. Just in case."