I've been working on my stories. And I'm happy to say that the only reason I haven't been updating is because my iPod loves to screw me over. This Drabble is part of my Avengers being Daniel's adopted family AU. I will be updating soon. I promise. Merry Christmas and happy holidays.

Queen Allura had thrown a gala for Christmas on the Eve of the holiday. Not Daniel's forte, but he didn't mind. On the plus side, he was allowed to invite his family to it. Vince as well. For now, Daniel was content watching the people socialize. He had been a S.H.I.E.L.D. agent before joining the force. Some habits just don't go away.

He watched his uncle Steve and father talk with Keith and Allura, no doubt about him and his recklessness, judging by their laughter. Tony was talking with Hunk and Lance with Pepper next to him, probably keeping him in check. Larmina was mingling with delegates, fooling everyone except Daniel and Coran that she was sweet and innocent. Vince and Pidge were nowhere to be found, so they were most likely hiding from the party.

Daniel felt Natasha's presence next to him and smiled. Natasha smiled back and hugged Daniel.

"Daniel, how are you?" she asked warmly.

Natasha was the only motherly figure Daniel actually had. Well, Pepper was one too, but she had the air of an aunt. Natasha had always made Daniel feel safe when he was younger, and she still gave off that feeling.

A Russian waltz suddenly started playing. Daniel grinned at Natasha and held out his hand.

"Would you like to dance?" he asked.

"Indeed I would." Natasha replied, gingerly taking his hand.

The dance floor cleared, people watching Daniel and Natasha's every move.

"Looks like we have an audience." Daniel remarked.

"Let's give them a show then." Natasha said.

The two danced, tearing everyone's gazes towards them. Their movements were smooth and graceful. Every step and twirl was evenly matched and coordinated. They were a machine, corresponding to each other in such fluency that no one wanted to join.

Eventually, Tony grabbed Pepper and they joined the dance. Slowly, every couple joined in. Those who came alone watched in awe and envy at the dance.

When the song ended, Daniel and Natasha were smiling as they walked over to Bruce.

"Once again, my own son shows me up." he chuckled in good nature.

"Yes, but you still have the girl." Natasha said, pecking him on the cheek.

Daniel made a face at his adopted parents. They had gotten together when Daniel was nine, with some help on his part.

Bruce chuckled at his son's expression. He grabbed him and held him while Natasha kissed his cheek and tickled his ribs.

"Agh! No fair!" Daniel yelped, trying to break free.

Bruce released him, and Natasha ran her fingers through his hair. The family were soon joined by the rest of the Avengers and Voltron force pilots and cadets.

"Who knew you could dance?" Vince exclaimed.

"We all did." Tony said cheekily.

"Nat insisted that Daniel know just about every dance style there is." Bruce chuckled.

The group spent the entire night talking and telling tales. Even when the gala ended, they settled into chairs and couches and continued. Around two in the morning, they finally took notice of Daniel, who was in the form of a fox, fast asleep in Natasha's lap.

Allura handed Natasha a blanket to cover Daniel, and they moved on. Soon, tiredness caught up to the other two cadets and they were soon asleep in their chairs.

"Sometimes you forget how young they are." Natasha said, stroking Daniel's fur.

"They act so mature you can't see them as children still." Keith agreed.

"Daniel's always been childish, but you can see that he's not a child. I'm afraid that Daniel hasn't actually been a child in about ten years." Bruce said bitterly.

"He's been screwed over by life so many times, I'm not surprised." Lance admitted.

"Would you like to stay for the holiday? I know Daniel would enjoy being with his family. And that Pidge would love to share notes with Dr. Banner and Mr. Stark." Allura offered.

Steve looked around for everyone's input.

"You know that we'd all love to stay for the holiday." Bruce said.

"I guess we're staying then." Steve told her.

"Daniel will definitely be happy about that." Allura said.

The adults talked some more before finally going to bed. Natasha handed Daniel over to Hunk who had Vince slung over one shoulder.

"He won't wake up. Natasha made sure of that." Bruce assured him.

Everyone retired to their actual and temporary rooms, planning their events for the day to come.