(Alexis P.O.V)

Finally changing my shirt, I head down to the gym. My head pounding a bit, but I ignored it as I walked down in the elevator.

"J.A.R.V.I.S?"

"Yes, Miss Alexis?"

"Are you going to tell Tony about my accident?"

"Well, Mr Stark has said that he wants to know if you are ever in trouble of any kind."

I huff. "So that's a yes?"

"I am afraid so, however, given that you have sorted it with Dr Banner, I won't inform Mr Stark until after his meeting."

"Well, I suppose that is as good as I can get," I sigh, as I step out of the elevator and make my way to the gym. "I just don't want to make Tony worry."

"If I may, I believe that Mr Stark worries, only because he cares."

'Only because he cares,' echoed in my head as I walked into the gym

Walking into the gym, I couldn't help but just stop and watch. Nat and Clint were fighting, or sparring, as Steve told me last time. It was amazing to watch them, because how they moved, anticipating what move would be coming next and always try to outsmart the other. Slowly walking closer to the mats where they were, I catch Clint's eye, making him freeze for a brief second, But that's enough for Nat to get the upper hand to sweep his feet out from under him and pinned him down. Startled with how fast she took him down, I take a step back, before clapping at her win.

"Well done Nat," I grin before skipping closer and stopping at the edge of the mat.

"Thanks," Nat winks as she gets off Clint and helps him up.

"Yeah well, she was lucky. If it weren't for you, then I would've won that," Clint huffs, as he pats me on the shoulder.

I laugh. "No one can bet Nat though."

Nat grins and reaches down to give me a hug. "Well, one day, I'll teach you how to pin him down. But for now, why are you in here? Looking for something?"

I nod and look around. "I came down looking for Steve and Bucky. J.A.R.V.I.S said that they were here, but I don't see them."

" They are here, you just need to look up." I stare at her confused, so she points up to the top of the end of the room. Following her with my eyes, I see that up above was a viewing platform, where Steve and Bucky talking.

"Oh, I never knew that was there."

"Well, you can get up there by the stairs behind that door there. You should head up there now because Nat and I are going to be using our weapons this time and we don't want a stray hit to get you," Clint instructs.

"Alright, and it's okay if I watch?" I ask as I give Nat a hug.

"Course it is, Lexie, " Nat smiles," If it gets too much for you, then just turn your back."

"Alright." I give Clint a fistbump before running over to the door, and trying to open it.

"This door needs to go for a run," I huff as I heave the door open. Scampering up the stairs, I knock on the door at the top before entering. I don't know if Steve and Bucky saw me coming up, so I don't want to startle either of them, by appearing out of nowhere. Opening the door, I pop my head around it and see Steve and Bucky still talking but now looking down at where Clint and Nat were sparring, not seeming to have noticed that I had knocked. I watch them for a moment, before trying to shut the door loudly without slamming it to try to draw their attention without startling them.

With the click of the door, Steve looks around and smiles when he sees me, and waves me over. I go over, and Steve grabs me in a side hug, as he says," Hey darling.'

"Hey, Steve," I smile as I wrap my arms around him. Letting go, I turn to Bucky who is watching me. He looked better than the first time I saw him, His hair is still long, but he was standing straighter, and his eyes were less guarded.

"Hey Bucky," I grin as I step closer to him.

"Hi, Alexis," He says softly, I give him a hug as well. I feel him stiffen slightly, and slowly wrap one of his arms around me. I will get him used to my hugs, I vow silently to myself.

Stepping back and staying in the middle of the two men, I ask, "What have you guys been doing?"

"I've just been showing Bucky around the place and doing mission debriefs with Fury," Steve replied, as he went back to watching Clint and Nat spar.

"What happened to your head?" I heard Bucky quietly ask. I raise my hand to my head and realise that I never washed the blood out of my hair as Steve whipped around and looked at me.

"What do you mean, Buck?" He asked as he crouches down.

"Its nothing," I smile, " I just bumped my head this morning when sliding around in my socks, but I went and saw Bruce who patched me up. I just cut my head. I am fine," I reassure the two men.

"Hmmm head wounds bleed a lot and can do some damage," Steve muttered as Bucky hesitantly reached out and touch my blood encrusted hair. "You better have someone watch over you for a while just in case you have a sort of delayed concussion."

I nod, just as Bucky speaks up. "You need to wash your hair. I don't know how the other two didn't notice this."

"I agree," said Steve, as he stood up. "Come on, buddy. Let's go to your room where we can clean you up."

Walking over to the control panel, Steve pushes a button and speaks into a microphone, "Nat. Clint. Stop. We are coming back down with Alexis." He watches out the window before nodding to Bucky and I that we can now all head down. I follow Steve out of the room as Bucky follows me. I don't know how to feel about being trapped between them, but I know that I am safe. Especially with Steve since he is Captain America after all.

"Nice sparring today guys," Steve calls as we enter the room.

"Thanks, Steve, you want next round with Nat?" Clint asks as we get closer to the mats.

"Haha, no thanks. While I may be Captain America, even I need a bit of rest occasionally."

"Just beginning to show your real age, Rogers," Nat smirks.

Steve just smiles before gesturing to me. "Alexis got herself a head injury earlier,' Nat's eyes scan me," so Buck and I are going to keep her company for a while. Or at least 'til Tony gets back from his meeting, so I am going to have to pass."

"You didn't tell us that," Clint says concerned as he crouches in front of me and gently turns my head to the side to see the cut. "You need to clean this hair, sweetheart."

"I know. I'm sorry, " I apologise," I just forgot about it. Steve and Bucky are going to come and help me clean my hair. I know how but they are just gonna watch in case I have delayed concussion."

"That is a good plan. We don't want Tony freaking out when he sees the blood in your hair."

"Very true," Nat agrees, "I let you off this time, Rogers, but next time I expect you to come with your A-game."

Steve grins as he begins to walk away, "I'm Captain America and part of the Avengers, Nat. I always bring my A-game."

I laugh as Bucky, Steve and I walk out of the gym.

"You guys can just stay out here, while I wash my hair in the sink if you want. I know what I am doing. It isn't the first time I have had to get dried blood out of my hair," I say as we walk into my room. Steve and Bucky nod and sit down on the sofa, "I'll leave the door open so you can still watch me, just in case."

Steve and Bucky begin to quietly chat, or instead, Steve begins to quietly talk to Bucky, who nods and occasionally replies in short sentences, as I start the process of getting blood out of my hair. I grab the shampoo out of the shower and begin the rigorous process of cleaning my hair. It takes a decent 30 minutes until the worst of it is out, and you can't really tell what had happened.

After drying my hair carefully with a towel, I walk out to Steve and Bucky still murmuring on the couch.

"Finished," I say, hoping not to startle anyone. They both look over, and Steve smiles at me.

"That looks much better."

"Feels better too," I say, "So, what are we going to do now?"

Steve and Bucky glance at each other before Steve shrugs. "Well, we had no real plan today. We thought about going for a ride on our bikes."

"Bikes?"

"Yeah, we both have a road bike. Well, I have a few so Buck can use one."

"Would I be allowed to come? I don't want to stop you from doing anything today."

Again, Steve and Bucky glance at each other. "I don't know, Alexis. You've just had a head injury, I don't want to make it worse."

I huff. "I'll be okay. It'll be fun."

I could see Steve battling within himself on what to do. He looks at Bucky again, who just shrugs. "She's a strong girl. Be good to get out of the tower," he says.

Steve sighs, and looks at me out the corner of his eye and smiles. "Looks like we are going on an adventure then."

"Yay!" I laugh before racing to my wardrobe. "But -" Steve voices stops me as I get to the door, "only if we can find a helmet that fits you, and you have covered shoes and jeans and a good jacket."

"Yes sir, Mr Captain, sir," I giggle as I go to grab the needed things.

"How do I look?" I ask as I strut out of my wardrobe. Black jeans and sleek black boots.

"Looking good, darling. But where your jacket?"

"I don't have a good one. Most of mine are just fabric, not leather or anything," I explain.

Steve thought for a moment. "I bet Tony won't mind if you take one of his leather jackets. He has a bunch if I remember correctly," he says, "I would offer you mine except it is probably going to be far too big on you."

I shake my head. "I don't know if Tony would like that."

J.A.R.V.I.S suddenly pipes up from the ceiling. "I am sure that Mr Stark will not mind when it means your safety, Miss Alexis. I have informed him of your plans, and he has said he insists, and that there will be a helmet for you in the room off the garage."

"Thank you, J.A.R.V.I.S," I say

J.A.R.V.I.S continued, "Also, Captain and Mr Barnes. Mr Starks wishes to inform you that you had better look after and protect Miss Alexis with your life or there will be hell to pay."

Silence echoes around the room for a moment before Steve replies, "Tell Tony that he has nothing to worry about. Her safety is the top priority." He looks at Bucky and I. "Let's go find a jacket for you, and then a helmet and go for a ride. "

"Alright."

I lead the way to Tony and Peppers room. I walk in and then realise that I have no idea which door was the closet or even where I would find his jackets. Suddenly a light turns on behind a door. I go over to it and open it. It was a closet.

"Thank you, J.A.R.V.I.S," I smile as I walk in.

"Any time, Miss Alexis."

Steve and Bucky followed me in. I couldn't believe how much clothes there was in this space. Finding the jackets might be harder than we thought. Walking on in I scan the rows for his jackets. I spot many suits. So many suits, It almost looked as if he had one for every day of the year. Finally, after a few minutes of search, I spot them.

"Found them!" I call out to Steve and Bucky. Stretching up on my tiptoes, I try to grab one off its coat hanger, but quickly realise that my height won't be enough. Still, I try. Jumping up I try to shake it off, but with no success.

Going back to the flat of my feet, I glare up at the jacket. Suddenly, a hand reaches over and grabs the jacket. It was Bucky.

"Thank you, Bucky," I smile. As I take it from him, I notice that his hand is some kind of metal. Before I could stop myself, I ask, "What happened to your arm?"

Bucky freezes, before replying, "That might be a story for another day."

Understanding that he didn't want to talk about it, I try on the jacket as Steve shows up. It was big on me, but it fits well enough for its purpose.

"We are going to need to get you a jacket if you are going to be joining us more often," Steve says thoughtfully.

"Well, all I need is a helmet now," I grin, "Let's go on an adventure."