AN: Enjoy!
Almost immediately after his return to the compound, Vision began planning his permanent departure.
Just another few weeks, and he would be with Wanda, always. No more checking the clock, counting down to when one of them had to go. No more Goodbyes.
He just had to wait for a few more things to be organised on the other end. Soon, Vision was going to receive a personal invitation from King T'Challa to come to Wakanda on a diplomatic visit. Only Vision was going to receive such an invitation.
Ross wouldn't like that.. Ross, he had now noticed, forced to occasionally spend more time with him, did not like Vision much. He didn't know exactly why, but it didn't matter. Vision didn't like Ross. At all. Not after what had happened to Wanda in the raft.. That horrible collar, the angry, weeping welts it had caused.. they still haunted him. Vision thought he might actually hate Ross. That was new for him, he had never hated anyone before.
Fortunately, relations with Wakanda were too new and supposedly fragile for Ross to argue with Vision's invitation.
So, Vision would go to Wakanda. He and T'Challa would put on a show, going to meetings and shaking hands.
But Vision would not return from Wakanda. Because Wanda and the other secret Avengers would already be there, hidden away in a few choice parts of the City that T'Challa still kept closed.
They would wait until Tommy and Billy were born. Wait until the twins were healthy and strong enough to travel. Then the Secret Avengers would move on, Vision now included.
T'Challa would feign ignorance as to Vision's whereabouts. Ross would be annoyed, but again, relations with Wakanda would be more important than fighting.
And Tony.. Well, Tony would understand. At least, Vision hoped he would.
Two weeks later, everything was going according to schedule. Vision had received his Invitation. Ross had looked a little red in the face, but, as expected, didn't argue.
Wanda would be 30 weeks along.. In the home stretch. Being a twin pregnancy, the boys would probably be arriving sooner rather than later. Vision couldn't wait to meet them. Along with his things, he had packed a few little gifts for the twins, and for Wanda, of course.
Early on the evening before his departure, just as he was finishing up packing, Tony unexpectedly stopped by.
"Sir" Vision still hadn't quite shaken off his old JARVIS programming where Tony was concerned, "I wasn't expecting you. Would you like something to drink?"
"Nah" Tony shook his head, holding up a flyer reading 'Midtown High Science Fair'. "On my way to surprise the Kid. Just wanted to check in with you before you leave Tomorrow.. Mark the occasion. My little Robo-son all grown up and off an a big important solo mission."
"Oh.." Vision managed a smile. "Thank you, Sir."
"This is kinda a big deal, you know" Tony continued. "Ross has been trying to get someone into Wakanda since the King pulled his big 'Reveal to the world thing.. Not as good as mine, by the way."
"Definitely not."
"So.. don't mess up. No running off to visit your little witch until you get back."
"Of course not.." Vision somehow managed to keep a straight face.
Tony checked his watch.
"I'd better go.. Don't want to be late. I told Peter I had a busy schedule so he'd be all the more surprised when I show up."
"Sir?" Vision called out as Tony turned to leave, unable to help himself.
"Mmmhm?"
"You are a much better man than people think you are."
"Uh.." Tony was both slightly puzzled, and flattered. "Thanks."
"Give Mr. Parker my best."
"Will do."
The following morning, Vision headed to the Airport, where a Wakandan Jet picked him up.
He sat quietly during the flight, both excited and anxious.
Vision politely greeted T'Challa when he arrived in Wakanda. T'Challa shook Vision's hand, giving him a knowing smile and a sly wink telling him that Wanda and the others had arrived okay. Thanked him for not letting him be crushed by a truck at the airport battle, to which Vision laughed.
They went through the motions of a Diplomatic visit. Took photos together. Tours of Wakanda's facilities. A few meetings.
Then, finally, after the 'work' was done, T'Challa lead Vision deep into the City, far beyond where any cameras would be allowed to follow. Into a very, very exclusive building, then towards what seemed an ordinary door, entering a code, and leading Vision inside.
All of the Secret Avengers were waiting inside.
Wanda got to her feet as soon as Vision entered the room, trying to run to him.
"Oi!" Nat scolded like a concerned parent. "No running, you know your balance has gone to crap!"
Vision ran to Wanda instead, gathering her into his arms. He smiled, feeling the twins kick when he held Wanda close.
"We've been waiting for you" She looked up at him, smiling. "Sorry if the boys don't seem quite as enthusiastic as usual. They're happy you're here, I just think they're getting a little bit inghesuit..Cramped."
"That's alright" Vision smiled, bending to kiss Wanda's belly. "Daddy's here now boys, and I'm not going anywhere, ever again."
"Your sons are lucky to have such a devoted Father" said T'Challa with a smile, before turning to address the whole group. "These will be your quarters during your stay, my friends. Anything you need will be provided to you. You are welcome to remain in Wakanda for as long as you need.. Even permanently, as I have offered before.."
"That's a very kind offer" Steve cut in, "But we don't want to risk putting you and you're people in any danger if anyone finds out you've hidden us."
"We just need a safe place for our boys to be born" said Wanda.
"Very well" T'Challa nodded. "Let me know when the happy event occurs. I will give your children a Royal blessing."
That night, Wanda curled close to Vision, almost asleep.
"You're really not going anywhere?" she murmured.
"Never again" Vision kissed her forehead. "I promise."
