Okay, so I decided to update this story anyway even though it didn't get any reviews. I figured no reviews is better that bad reviews, plus I got a few people following the story which is good and would like to thank them by the way. So thanks.

chapter 2

Bruce and Layla stepped off the elevator to Pepper shouting at Tony, turns out J.A.R.V.I.S had notified her due to her being the building. The rest of the avengers were stood behind Pepper, scared to get between an angry Pepper and Tony (yes even Earth's mightiest heroes were afraid of Pepper sometimes, especially since she was the only one who could control Tony). Tony was stood there looking 'ashamed' while Clint stood there smirking at Tony until he got elbowed in the ribs by Natasha and a stern look from her and Pepper when she herd him grunt in pain.

After being stood there for a few minutes watching Pepper rant at Tony, she and the avengers noticed Layla and Bruce stood there awkwardly, Pepper threw one last disappointed look at Tony and turned and smiled sweetly at Layla and politely said "hi, I'm Pepper as you probably already know and you must be Layla. I'm sorry and so is Mr Stark about the stunt he pulled..." Tony started to protest but was cut off by a look from Pepper and her continuing talking over him "... as an apology I would like to invite you to the fundraising gala as a guest instead of staff, don't worry if you haven't got anything to wear I'm sure we could lend you something your about the same size as me and Natasha." Tony laughed at that bit and pepper said "if not I'm sure Mr Stark wouldn't mind paying for some attire as an apology" which caused him to scowl.

Layla smiled shyly "thank you Miss Potts but you don't have to, I came down to apologise to Mr Stark, and get back to work. Plus I'm not that good in social situations or dressing up." Pepper smiled back and said "nonsense you don't need to apologise I've wanted to punch him in the face before but my hands are to pretty for work, not that yours aren't but he has a thick skull plus you didn't break any thing, this time. But I insist in fact me and Tash will come out with you now and help you pick out a dress. Oh I love playing dress up!"

Layla tried to insist but Pepper and Tasha had already dragged her into the elevator talking about colours and shoes and where they were going shopping, Bruce gave a sympathetic smile and wave to her before the doors shut and Tony shouted "good luck" genuinely feeling sorry for the girl who had nearly broke his nose.

The girls met Happy downstairs, Pepper had phoned him on the way down in the elevator taking a break between talking about clothes and shoes and what to do with her hair. They got in the back of the car, Natasha saw that Layla was uncomfortable about being left out of the conversation and said " what do you think? What colour and type of dress?" Pepper added "price doest matter Tony would have wasted his money on art and alcohol to waste and destroy. And if you feel bad think of it as a present for dealing with those maniacs for so long." Layla smiled at that and laughed "Elien, she was practically my mum always told me to match my eyes as they were one of my best features, she always said they were the windows to the soul, I'm glad they aren't to be honest but I get what she meant, they do show a lot about a person, so before I blabber, I think a blue or purple since I have no choice by the looks of things."

Whilst Layla was talking Natasha could tell the girl was troubled, and that she was thinking of happy memories but she could guess that her 'mum' had passed away, she could tell Pepper had noticed it to so they decided to change the subject. Natasha noticed one of her favourite shops and announced it would be one of the first shops they visited. It was a little shop and not over priced, the dresses were simple but not plain which seemed like Layla's style.

While Layla was looking but couldn't decide Natasha and Pepper picked out a few dresses, most with colours matching her eyes and made her try them, on while Natasha and Pepper were looking for dresses, Layla found the perfect dresses for the other two, there was an emerald green lace ball gown for Natasha and a pastel blue formal dress for Pepper which she made them try on while she was trying hers on. Layla went with a pastel purple formal dress which stopped just above her knees.

She stepped out of the dressing room just as the other two did and they were all speechless at the sight of each other, they all loved the dresses. After getting changed again and buying the dresses they bought matching shoes and went out for a small meal before calling Happy to get them.

During the drive back Layla announced "I actually enjoyed this when I didn't think I would thanks guys, thank you" they both replied "what are friends for" and Pepper announced they should have a girls night much to Layla's insistence that she didn't want to impose any more but they both insisted. When they got back they got out wine and movies and took over the main lounge from the boys. By the end of the night they were tipsy from the wine and laughing when the boys came back from escaping from the girl talk, they shut up straight away but started laughing within a few seconds again which caused the boys to be suspicious and confiscate the wine and Layla ended up staying the night ready to get ready in the morning. When Pepper had fallen asleep, Natasha and Layla were pretending to be asleep this was partially due to paranoia and training from the red room, however they were both thinking the same thing about how they ended up with such good friends, within such a short time with out trying, before they could contemplate any further, they drifted of into 'sleep'.

The girls woke up in the morning with hang overs, Pepper had the worst, to breakfast being cooked by Steve and coffee. They gratefully accepted the meals and drinks trying to sober up a bit before that night. Once they had finished their breakfasts they were questioned by Clint and Tony about what had happened that night but they just laughed and wouldn't say.

At about 2 o'clock they started to get ready starting with showers to freshen up, then they got their dresses on and Natasha helped them with their hair and make-up as she was the best before doing her own, they were ready at around 8 o'clock. they were notified by J.A.R.V.I.S that the boys were waiting to escort them to the gala. They all did one more check of their clothing, hair and make up before approving and going downstairs to meet the boys.

Okay so this is the second chapter, I think I will continue this story anyway as I have a few ideas and i think the ideas are interesting myself.

If you have any ideas or opinions on what to do next or how to improve please review.

See you next time, bye.