Hey again! I've updated a little bit earlier tonight! Last night it was 2 am now it is only midnight! Yay! (Dances) Anyways I hope you all enjoy! Oh and I want to see if anyone notices a certain someone from another movie in this chapter.
Disclaimer: I own Katy and that is about it…
~Q~
"You're treading dangerous water doing this Beckett. I don't even have to tell you the extent of the consequences if you get caught." Fury said handing over an ID card. Katy took the card from his hand and turned it over. She slid the card into her back pocket and looked up at Fury.
"That's why I plan on not getting caught. This isn't my first rodeo, sir." She smirked. Fury returned her smirk and watched as she made her way to the door. As she pulled it open Fury spoke up.
"Be careful Miss Monroe."
Katy glanced over her shoulder with a smirk and waved her hand as she left his office. She walked out of the SHIELD New York headquarters and headed down the sidewalk. As she was walking back to Stark Tower her phone rang. She glanced at the caller id seeing it was a restricted number. Katy answered the call and held it up to her ear, but before she could answer the person on the other line talked.
"You honestly had us all fooled that you were dead Miss Beckett. I'm pleasantly surprised."
"I see you've been promoted to Director during my absence Rivers. I feel sorry for the people who have to report to you." She bit back. Rivers laughed causing Katy's eyes to narrow.
"If you keep furrowing your brow you'll be more susceptible to get wrinkles. We don't want that now do we?"
Katy quickly scanned the area around her for anything out of the ordinary. The busy New York sidewalks didn't give way to anything strange. She clenched her teeth as she started walking again.
"You can't escape us Katy. What do you think your parents would think if they saw you running away?"
"Shut up! You know nothing about my parents!" she shouted into the phone. Her grip tightened when she noticed two men across the street. They were walking parallel to her position and glanced over at her. Katy stopped walking and listened to the other footsteps around her until she heard the heavy footfalls.
"As I said before Beckett, you cannot escape us. I will have you hunted down like a dog until you are dead. I'll even resort to harming your precious friends and that boyfriend of yours. I do believe his name is Dr. Bruce Banner, correct?"
"If you come anywhere near them I'll kill you myself. It's our fight and no one else has to get hurt." Katy hissed ending the call. She tossed the phone onto the ground and smashed it to pieces with the heel of her boot. The men across the street had a hand to their ears as they signaled the men behind her to attack. Katy ran down the sidewalk weaving in and out of the pedestrians as her heels hit the pavement.
"Why must I always be wearing heels when I'm being chased?" she mumbled to herself. At the last minute Katy turned a corner and ran across the street barely dodging an incoming car.
"Sorry!" she shouted over her shoulder and continued down the road. Her legs ached from the long distance run in heels. A bullet flew passed her head causing her to flinch and skid around another corner just as another bullet hit the wall. Stark Tower appeared in the distance causing Katy to pick up her speed. A man emerged from an alleyway stopping in front of her. Katy didn't stop as she took the man out with her fist and ran passed him.
"Damn bitch!" the man shouted holding his bleeding nose and mouth. She smirked to herself as she darted out into the street. A car horn blared just before hitting Katy. She rolled over the top of the car before hitting the rough street. The car screeched to a stop, but as the man got out and ran over to Katy she had already picked herself back up. She ignored the man and ran passed him clutching her right side. Katy ran through the doors of Stark Tower not stopping as people shouted at her. The receptionist caught sight of the blood on the floor and went to paging Tony.
Katy mashed the elevator button as she looked behind her and out the glass doors. The four men that were following her stood outside looking around. The elevator opened and Katy stumbled in and mashed the button for the 91st floor.
~Q~
Steve walked out of the kitchen just as the elevator opened. He looked over just in time to see Katy stumble out and clutching her side. He appeared next to her in an instant and caught her before she could hit the ground. Steve lifted her up into his arms and carried her to her bedroom. He pushed the door open and laid her down on the bed. She reached out and grabbed his arm as she gasped for breath.
"I'm going to get Banner. I'll be right back." He said gently removing her hand. Katy lolled her head to the side as she continued to try and catch her breath. Every time she tried to take a breath her right side would burst with pain. Not even ten minutes later Bruce and Steve ran into the room followed by Tony. Bruce was at her side in record time and looking her over. Bruce's hand brushed over a cut of her forehead as the blood smeared.
"What happened?" he asked concern in his eyes.
"Rivers…he found me…knows…knows where I live." She breathed out in pain. Her side hitched as she tried to inhale again. Bruce lifted her shirt up and ran his hand over her bruised right side. When his hand brushed over her ribs Katy gasped in pain. Bruce put a little more pressure onto her ribs causing her to moan in pain.
"Your ribs are bruised which explains why it hurts to take a breath. I want you to take a few shallow breaths, and when you feel up to it try to breathe normally. Tony where's the first aid kit?" Bruce asked his friend. Tony disappeared into Katy's bathroom and returned a few seconds later with a large kit. He placed the kit on the bed beside Bruce and stepped back as Bruce opened it. Bruce pulled out a white bandage and turned to Tony and Steve.
"I'll need you two to hold her up while I wrap her ribs." Bruce instructed. Steve and Tony walked over and helped Katy sit up as Bruce went to work wrapping her up. She cringed when Bruce's hand lightly grazed her side. He apologized each time she gasped in pain and quickly finished the wrapping. Steve and Tony lowered her gently back onto the bed and stepped away. Bruce pulled out a bottle of ibuprofen and shook out two into the palm of his hand. He placed the bottle the bedside table and got up to get Katy a glass of water.
"These will help with the pain." Bruce said helping her down the two pills. Katy quietly thanked him and closed her eyes.
"Um…how exactly did you bruise you ribs?" Steve inquired. Katy opened her eyes and stared at the ceiling. Bruce and Tony looked at her expectantly.
"I was hit by a car." She replied.
"What?" Bruce exclaimed. She closed her eyes again at the outburst and breathed through her nose.
"I didn't look both ways when crossing the street. I didn't hear a car coming so I thought it was safe, but apparently not." She explained. A gentle hand was placed on her shoulder and gave it a light squeeze.
"We'll let you get some rest." Bruce said. As he went to stand up Katy reached out and grabbed his wrist stopping him. He looked over at her and saw the pleading look in her eyes.
"Please stay. I…I need to talk to you about something." She said. Tony and Steve left the room and shut the door giving the two some privacy. Bruce climbed in and lay down on his side resting his head on his hand. Katy reached into her back pocket pulling out the ID card handing it to Bruce. He looked the card confused and turned it over. The picture he saw was Katy's, but it had a different name.
"I'm still planning on infiltrating the CIA. I need answers and that is my ticket in. I'm not going to let this injury hinder my plan. I just wanted to let you know in case something goes wrong." She said turning her head toward him. Bruce was silent as he turned the card over in his hand mulling over the information. Katy knew he didn't like the idea of her breaking into the CIA and the possibility of her being caught. This was something she had to do with or without his consent and this injury.
"Your ribs need four to six weeks to heal. I can't let you do that."
"Bruce, I have had worse injuries before and I completed missions no matter what. I just need to know that you will stay safe. I don't want you getting involved any more than you already are; that goes for everyone here."
"What are you talking about? Already involved with what?"
"Rivers is the new CIA director and my former teammate. He is the one who tried to kill me and he plans on doing it again. He basically told me he will come after you and everyone else I care about. I know you guys can take care of yourselves, but he's stronger than he looks. I should know…"
Bruce sighed in frustration as Katy closed her eyes. Neither said a word as they sat in the silent room. Katy's slow and pained breathing reached Bruce's ears and he looked over to find her sleeping. He ran a hand through her hair brushing a few stray strands behind her ear. Bruce made no move to leave as he continued to watch the rise and fall of Katy's chest. He let his eyes droop as he too fell asleep even though it was two in the afternoon. He really had to stop pulling all-nighters in the lab.
~Q~
Bruce rolled over onto his side when suddenly remembered where he was. He sat up and looked at the alarm clock surprised to find it was five in the morning. He didn't remember the last time he slept that long. A light over by the two book cases caught his attention. Katy sat cross legged on the futon with a papers spread out on the spot next to her as she scanned over the one in her hand. Bruce stood up and silently walked over to her. He picked up the papers and looked over them as he sat down. Katy handed the paper she was reading over to him which he took and added it to the pile.
"What is all of these?"
"They're my different profiles. Identities that I had used in previous missions, many of which I can't use any more. I was hoping to find something I could use in case of an emergency."
Bruce nodded and watched Katy read over the last piece of paper. She pinched the bridge of her nose and slowly exhaled. The pain in her side was still present, but she pushed the pain to the back of her mind.
"Are you alright?" Bruce asked noticing the slight hitch. Katy looked over at him and smiled.
"I'm fine." She paused taking a slow breath. "I'll be leaving for Virginia in a few hours. Tony insisted that he tag along so you're coming too. Along with Steve, Nat and Clint. I'm having Thor hold down the fort in case they do show up in New York. Oh and Tony also insisted that we drive down there instead of flying. He said it would be less conspicuous."
"Now it will be easier for me to keep an eye on you." Bruce smiled. Katy rolled her eyes and smiled. She gathered up the papers and put them back in the respected folder. She walked away from the futon and into her closet grabbing a bag and some clothes. When she finished stuffing clothes into the bag she turned around to find Bruce in the doorway.
"Did I mention you will want to pack a bag?" she said holding up her own bag.
"You neglected to tell me that little bit of information." Bruce replied shaking his head. Katy walked over and pushed him out of the closet and toward the door. Bruce chuckled as he pulled open the door and Katy continued to push him out.
"Pack lightly. I'll give everyone something before we leave." Katy said pushing Bruce in front of his door. He turned around and raised an eyebrow only to find the door to her room closing. He shook his head and entered his own room and started packing.
~Q~
The group stood in Tony's garage in front of two SUV's with tinted windows. Katy walked around the group handing them each a small ear piece.
"Once I am inside the building this will be your only form of communication with me. I want eyes and ears on the perimeter of the place. That's where you come in Hawkeye, there's a hot spot across the street from the building. The office I will be in sits directly in front of it and I want you to keep an eye on me. Natasha I want you covering the perimeter of the building. I need you to act like you're new in town and are looking for your hotel. If they stop you don't attack just turn around and get out of view. Steve I want you to back Natasha up in case something goes wrong." Katy paused and turned toward Tony and Bruce. "You two will be my eyes on the ground. These will allow you to see through the walls of the building if you see any sign of movement let me know. I'll also trust you two to direct me out of the building without being seen."
Everyone was silent as they took in the information and their jobs. Katy climbed into the driver's seat of the first SUV followed by Bruce and Tony. Steve, Clint and Natasha climbed into the one behind them. They pulled out of the garage and were on their way to Virginia.
By the time they arrived the sun was setting and the building was mostly empty. Katy pulled up alongside the building and turned off the car. She handed the keys over to Bruce and went to get out of the car. Bruce grabbed her arm and pulled her into a kiss. Katy closed her eyes and kissed him back when Tony made gagging noises. They broke apart and rested their foreheads against each other.
"Please be safe." Bruce whispered.
"I promise."
Katy climbed out of the car and pointed Clint in the direction of the building she wanted him on. He nodded and ran off to get into position. Natasha was already dressed and was making her way around the building. Katy looked over at the front window of the SUV. She was unable to see inside but Bruce could tell she was looking directly at him. She gave a two finger salute and made her way to the entrance gate.
When Katy arrived at the gate the guard eyed her closely. He took in her attire, black suit trousers, green V-neck blouse, suit blazer and black leather pumps along with a tote.
"ID please ma'am." He said. Katy rummaged around in her bag for the ID and held it out to him. He inspected it before opening the gate for her. She gave him a smile and walked through the gate.
"I'm in." she said quietly. Katy made her way into the building and avoided being seen by people. She took the stairs to the top floor and to the office she needed. When she arrived at the top floor, she made a mad dash for Rivers office. The door was unlocked and Katy let herself in making sure no one was around. She locked the door and walked over to the computer. She turned moved the mouse letting the screen light up with Rivers log in screen. Katy entered his username and password hoping he hadn't changed it. When the screen turned black she sighed in frustration until Clint's voice brought he back.
"Look at the screen." He said. Katy looked up to find the screen on the main menu. She said a quick thank you and began her search. Katy silently cursed when she didn't find the report from her last mission. She stared at the computer when a thought came to mind. She looked up her parents and froze when she found a lot of information.
"How is this possible?" she said to herself as she opened one of the files. The file contained a picture of her mother when she was younger along with her profile. Katy printed off the information and opened up another file; this one contained her father's profile. She hit print and logged out of the computer. She walked over to the printer waiting for it to finish when her ear piece came to life with Tony's voice.
"I hate to break this to ya, but there's people fast approaching."
Katy didn't respond. She grabbed the papers and her bag before exited the room quickly. The sound of footsteps made her turn down another hallway. She pushed the door open to the bathroom and entered locking the door. Katy put the bag on the ground and pulled out a pair of khaki jeans, matching peep toe heels, a turquoise halter top, black shaded sunglasses and a folding walking cane for the blind. She quickly stripped out of her clothes and changed into the new outfit. She stuffed the other clothes into the bag along with the papers as she unfolded the walking stick and exited the bathroom.
A janitor was walking down the hallway pushing a garbage can when Katy recognized the man. She slowly approached the guy not giving away that she could see until she passed him.
"Jason." She said to him.
"Katy." He replied not stopping.
They continued on their way neither stopping the other. Katy pushed the button for the elevator and waited for it to arrive. Footsteps turned down the hallway she was in just as the door opened. She pushed the button for the first floor and held down the close door button. She stood still as the elevator descended. When the doors opened she held the stick out in front of her and made her way out of the building. She passed the guard station quickly before they could stop her and she walked down the sidewalk toward the SUV's.
Katy threw open the driver's side door and tossed her stuff in the back seat with Tony. She removed the sunglasses and tossed them back to Tony.
"It seems you didn't need us after all." Tony said eyeing her.
"Nope, it comes with the job." She replied starting up the vehicle. Katy looked up just in time to see a group of men exit the gate and look around. "Are the license plates blacked out like I told you?"
"Yes why?" Tony asked insulted.
"I just wanted to make sure. Nat I presume you are driving?"
"Yes."
"Good follow me closely." Katy said pushing the gas pedal all the way down. The SUV sped away from the curb and away from the CIA headquarters. Natasha stayed right on her tail as Katy led them to Massachusetts. Katy pulled into a parking garage to an apartment building and parked next to similar looking SUV's. Natasha pulled in next to her and shut off the vehicle.
"We can't head back to Stark Tower just yet. They know that I am staying there so in the mean time we'll hide out here." Katy said opening the trunk and grabbing her respected bag. Bruce walked up beside her and grabbed his own bag and Tony's.
"Where exactly are we staying?" Natasha asked walking over to them. Katy smiled and motioned for them all to follow her. They walked to elevator of the garage and climbed in as Katy pressed a button.
~Q~
Katy unlocked the door they all stood in front of and pushed the door open. Everyone walked to the room and looked around in awe.
"You own this place?" Steve asked.
"Yep. This is my little sanctuary and is now available for all of you to use." She said walking further into the room. The flat had two levels. The upper level was Katy's bedroom with one of two bathrooms. The area below her sleeping area was the living room which held two futons and a bean bag chair in the corner. The kitchen veered off to the right just as you walk through the front door. It wasn't very large and only consisted of a fridge, stove, microwave and a little counter space.
"Dibs on the bean bag chair!" Clint shouted as he dove into the bag. Katy chuckled as she walked up the stairs.
"We'll only be staying for the night and then we will leave for New York bright and early. There is some food in the freezer so help yourself. I'll be in the shower." She said closing the door behind her.
Katy leaned her head against the shower wall as the hot water rained down on her back. The water felt good on her bruised side. She leaned her head back letting the water hit her face as she ran a hand through her hair one last time. Katy shut off the water and opened the sliding door a little but to grab the towel. Her hand hit the soft towel as she grabbed it and wrapped it around her body. As Katy stepped out she jumped when she caught sight of Bruce leaning against the closed door.
"Bruce…uh…is there something wrong?" she asked turning her head away trying the hid the faint blush. Bruce walked forward and cupped her cheeks turning her head toward him. Bruce looked into her eyes for a moment until he leaned down and kissed her. Katy leaned into Bruce as she deepened the kiss. Bruce's hand ran up and down her sides as they were locked together by the lips. Katy wrapped her arms around Bruce's neck as she stood on her tippy toes. She could feel Bruce's heart beat faster as he pulled away. They were both catching their breath as Katy was still pressed up against him.
"He really should learn when to not ruin the moment." Katy smiled resting her head on Bruce's chest. She felt Bruce laugh and pull away.
"Yeah he's good at that."
Katy turned around and fixed her towel so it wouldn't fall down. Bruce walked up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist and rested his chin on her shoulder. Katy leaned back and closed her eyes relishing in the feeling of Bruce's arms around her. She wanted to take down Rivers quick so nothing else could come between her and Bruce.
"Who is Jason?" Bruce asked. Katy smiled and silently laughed causing Bruce's grip to tighten around her.
"He is an old friend of mine from the agency. Highly skilled and an amazing partner to have in the field." She answered turning around. "Now if you don't mind I would like to get dressed. I'm sure the others don't want to see me walking around in a towel all night."
"I wouldn't mind." Bruce said with a smile. Katy rolled her eyes and smiled as she pushed Bruce from the room. She quickly pulled on her pajamas, brushed her teeth and braided her hair before exiting the bathroom. She walked over to railing to find Tony asleep on one of the futons, Natasha was on the other, and Clint was curled up in the bean bag chair while Steve sat at her little table. Bruce sat on the edge of her bed watching her. She walked back down the hallway and opened the closet grabbing a folded cot, pillow and some sheets. She walked down the stairs and set up the large cot.
"This is more comfortable than the futons." Katy told Steve giving him a smile. He smiled in return and walked over to the cot.
"Thank you." He said sitting down. Katy nodded and walked back up the stairs to her bed where Bruce was already under the covers. She climbed in next to him and turned off the light. The last thing she remembered was Bruce draping an arm over her before succumbing to sleep.
~Q~
This chapter took me about nine hours to type. Then again about an hour of it was taken up by Covert Affairs, but still oh and here is the link for Katy's outfits; just add a dot where the spaces are and you should be good!
www polyvore com/katy_beckett/set?id=54225329
