"Wanda and Carl, please step up."
Wanda blinked in surprise, and then nervously stepped up to the mat. She had been standing next to Bucky. He hadn't complained yet, so she figured he didn't hate her company.
Carl was a thin kid, younger than her, and Wanda was a tad offended. Did they really think she was that weak? Well, she probably was, but still.
The minute the instructor clapped, Carl jumped forward. She saw the air shine around his fist, and he hit her right in the eye. Her vision swam, and she fell to her knees.
Bucky stepped forward, and Carl smiled smugly.
"He cheated!" Wanda cried desperately. Everyone exchanged a look.
"No, I don't think so," someone said. No would believe her, and even if they did, they wouldn't admit it. Steve grabbed Bucky, who looked like he was going to kill someone, and then helped Wanda up.
"Let's get you some ice," he said kindly.
