Well here is the start of book 2. I went back and forth on putting it in one book but as this one goes along I hope you understand why I decided to separate them into different books. I hope you like this start, it is kind of a fun and light start but this part of the story is going to be a little more intense than the first part. Plus we will also see more Agents of SHIELD characters as well. So be aware of that. I hope you enjoy this new part and I own nothing other than Rebekah and any mistakes. Please enjoy and let me know what you think.


We were a few weeks into the new year and I was at the office working on my plan to take down Hydra. The tower was being fixed and dad was going to turn it into a place where the Avengers could get together when they did. The door opened and I looked up to see Nat standing there.

"Hi, Nat, what's going on?"

"We are going to have fun this week."

"What are you talking about?"

"You have become 'miss work all the time. So we are going on a girl's trip this weekend."

"I don't work all the time."

"Yes you do, you are right now."

"Because it is the middle of a workday."

"When did you do something not work-related?"

"Two nights ago I went with Steve and we hung out."

"Spending a lot of time with Rogers are we?"

"Not like that Nat, we are friends that is it. I am just trying to help him understand this new world. It is what the others would have wanted as well."
"Whatever makes you feel better about it."

"Nat, seriously it is not that big of a deal."

"Whatever you say. So I was thinking we would leave Friday afternoon and come home around maybe Wednesday morning, maybe Thursday."

"Where are we going, and who's coming?"
"Somewhere nice, I was thinking of us and Laura."

"That sounds like it would be fun, does she know?"

"Of course, I told Clint he is on kid duty because I am taking his wife."

"Sounds about right. So where are you thinking of going, I know you have an idea."

"Well, we were thinking that New Orleans might be pretty fun."

"You mean Mardi Gras?"

"Technical, yes we want to party all weekend and most of the week."

"Is that so?"

"Alright it was my idea but Laura is on board as well."

"Well, I guess it could be fun."

"Good, make sure you are all packed tonight and have everything you need."

"I will take care of it all." We talked for a little while longer before she left. I finished things I needed to for the day before heading out.

Once home I realized I was the only one there and got started with my packing.

I was just putting my packed bags by my bedroom door when dad came in.

"Are you going somewhere I don't know about?"
"Nat is taking me away for a girls' trip. Says I don't get out and work too much."

"She can keep you safe?"

"I can take care of myself but yes she will keep me safe."

"Well, I guess that is alright you just make sure you are safe the whole time."

"Always do dad." The rest of the night was dinner with dad and Pepper before I headed off to bed.

Friday afternoon found me waiting for Nat and Laura to get here so we could leave. I finally saw her pull up. I put my bags in the back before getting in the backseat.

"I thought you forgot me."

"Sorry I had to wait for the kids and Clint to say goodbye."

"It's fine, I understand," I told Laura.

"Who is ready for a fun girl's trip?" Nat asked as she took off.

"I don't think anyone can be as excited about it as you are, but it should be fun."

"Clint should be fine with the kids so I can have fun."

"That's the spirit. Believe me, I will make sure both of you have an amazing time."

We drove to the airport and got on our flight before we flew to New Orleans.

We got to New Orleans just before 4 that afternoon and headed to the Hotel after getting our bags and a car for the trip. Laura let Clint know we got here safe and I let dad and Pepper both know we had got here safe. Also had to promise to send random messages throughout the trip to let them know I was still alive.

"So what hotel are we at?" Nat asked me from the front seat as she drove.

"The Ritz-Carlton."

"Wait, what?" Laura asked, looking back at me.

"Dad is a member there. I have stayed there a few times. Plus we get all of the member perks and all. Don't worry I got it, Dad prefers to stay there when we are in town."

"That place is fancy though, and so expensive."
"That is why it is my treat. Believe me, dad is not going to care that I use the money. Plus if my family has all of this money it is nice to be able to do things for my family with it now and again."

"You are sure this is alright?" Laura asked again.

"I don't think Stark will bat an eye," Nat told her.

"Really, it is fine. Plus they have a spa and we can relax and have some fun."

"If you are sure."

"I am, Now let's go and have some fun." The rest of the ride to the hotel was just talking about random things, laughing, and having fun.

We pulled up and were helped with our bags before we walked in. I walked up to the fount desk and saw a newer girl talking to someone. We waited a moment before the manager walked over to the desk and started talking to the people. Then he looked up and saw me.

"Miss. Stark, I saw your name on the reservations. I trust you are doing well." He walked over to me and we did air kisses.

"I am, thank you. How are you?"

"Still running this place, so I am either well or have gone mad."

"You do an amazing job."

"Thank you, my dear. So what are you doing with your stay and who are you with?"

"Well, this is Natasha and Laura really good family friends. So much so that they are family now, and we are having a girl's trip."

"You did come at a great time then."

"I remember from last year."

"Let's get you checked in shall we." We walked over and he checked us in before giving us our room keys.

"You enjoy your trip and let me know if you need anything."

"I will thank you." We made our way up to the room and Nat looked at me.

"You were here last year and know the manager?"

"Like I said dad likes this place. I came last year with dad and Pepper." It was pretty fun. I have come a few times."

"You never cease to amaze me."

"Lady's welcome to our room, the Ritz-Carlton Suite." I opened the door and led them in.

I watch with a smile as they look around.

"What do you think?"

"I could live here," Nat says.

"I figured this was the best room for us. It's one of my favorites. Look around but we have a spa appointment in an hour so be ready for that. We also have access to the club lounge as well. I will show you it later."

The room was beautiful with a marble floor entryway that led into a hall. This, in turn, led to the living room which was a nice place to relax plus a fireplace, and a pool table on the other side of the room, and that led to a dining room and Kitchen. Then off of the living room led to the terrace which was huge and had the most breathtaking views. On the other side of the hall was the bedroom which held a beautiful king-sized and chairs by the window to be able to relax in. then led to the bathroom which had an oversize bathtub with a whirlpool, a separate walk-in shower, and lots of space with a double sink. Overall the room was huge.

"I'm pretty sure my whole apartment could fit in here," Nat said as we walked around.

"This is truly amazing. I don't know what I am going to do with myself. Almost a full week of no kids or husband. Just relaxation and having fun. I don't know if I remember how to do that anymore."

"We will teach you don't worry. Now come on, let's go to the spa."

"Alright but I am going to take a bath later," Nat said.

"I am as well." Laura chimed in.

"Come on, we have plenty of time for that." We got ready before we left the room and made our way to the spa.

We each got our massage and were enjoying ourselves. Hot river stone and stress relief are what we did. By the end, I was feeling pretty good. We decided to sit in the hot tub for a while as we were the only ones there at the moment.

"I need to do more massages, that was amazing."

"Well let me know when you are in need and I will take you from the kids and Clint for a while so you can go," I told her with a smile.

"Don't you think all of this is going to be too much?"
"No, trust me, It is fine I promise."

"Rebekah likes to take care of people she loves and you're one of them."

"Nat's right I do. You both have done so much for me over the years. Laura, you opened your home to me, giving me my own room and all. Let me do this for you."

"Well, it was easy to do."

"So is this."

"What are we doing for dinner then?" Nat asked.

"Anything you want." She smiled at me and we talked about dinner ideas for a few minutes before we decided to head back to the room and get ready for dinner.

We made our way to the room and got ready before heading out for dinner. We went to the hotel restaurant which had amazing food and had dinner before ordering the dessert that we were all excited about. We then went and listened to the music and danced around some and had the best of times. Heading up to the room we all got ready for bed before we climbed into the king-size bed to sleep. All of us have shared before and that is what you did on girl's trips. We turned on a movie and watched and we all slowly fell asleep.

The next morning I was the first one awake so I slowly and quietly got out of bed and made my way out of the room. Going into the kitchen I made some cocoa before heading out to the terrace. I sat on one of the lounge chairs and slowly sipped my cocoa while watching the city wake up for the day. I was not sure how long I had been out there when Nat came to sit on the chair next to me.

"Good morning sweetie."

"Good morning Nat."
"How did you sleep?"

"Really well. What about you?"

"The best I have in a while."

"I'm glad, thank you."
"For what?"

"Convincing me to come on this trip. I didn't know how much I really needed it."

"I will do anything I can to help you. Can't let you burn yourself out."

"I am glad that I have you looking out for me."

"Well, I will always be here and look out for you."

"You better." We sat quietly sipping our drinks for a moment before Laura came out and joined us.

"Now it can be a party," Nat said and we laughed and spent the next little while laughing and talking.

The day was spent running around the city, shopping, and eating, having a grand time doing all kinds of things you would do on a girl's trip.

Once back at the hotel that night they both disappeared while I was on the phone with dad and Pepper.

"You are having fun right?" She asked.

"Yes I am, and yes I am being safe and not doing anything crazy or wild."

"Well make sure you do stay safe. Look out for yourself."

"I will dad don't worry. I am safe here with Nat I promise. Plus I'm staying at your favorite hotel so I think we are good here."

"Make sure it stays that way."

"I'll do what I can dad. But I will talk to both of you later and you have fun and dad nothing crazy please."

"I can make no promises."

"I will watch him."

"Thanks, Pepper, Love you both, talk to you tomorrow."

"Love you, sweetie, I will talk to you then."

"Love you, baby girl. Sleep well."

"I will, you as well, good night."

"Good night," they both said and we got off the phone. I went to find the others and put my phone down on the bed as I walked through to the bathroom after not seeing them anywhere else.

Walking into the bathroom I saw them both in the tub. Bubbles and all drinking some wine. They looked at me with smiles.

"Get your suit on and join us," Nat told me. Rolling my eyes I went to get a swimsuit on before going back to them.

I climbed in and set down. We were lucky the tub was huge.

"You do know they have a pool and hot tub and all right?"

"This is more fun," Nat said.

"You are a wild one, Nat."

"Don't I know it."

"So is there a reason I have not seen you in a while?" Laura asked me.

"Just busy with everything, and work."

"Busy with Steve you mean."

"Nat really, we are friends that is it."

"Is that why you spend so much time with him?"

"Is that so?"

"We are only friends. I have been helping him get to know how different the world is now."

"You like him, though."

"No, I don't"

"Yes, you do. I have seen you with him. Also, the way he is with you. He likes you, I can see it."

"No, he just looks out for me because of who I am. That is what people do around me, especially guys. They care that my last name is Stark. Plus he loves Peggy. The woman who used to babysit me. There is no way Steve would ever like someone like me."

"Someone who is sweet and loving. Has a huge heart, and cares for everyone. She helps people in any way that she can. The girl who is always there for everyone no matter what she is going through. Rebekah, you are amazing."

"You are saying that because of who you are. Not many people think that about me."
"Sweetheart, you know that you are a good person. You are so amazing and one day a very lucky guy will see that. You are worthy of love sweetie. Not all guys are going to use you. There are boys and men. A true man would never treat you the way a boy does. He will love you in all the ways you deserve and want."

"Thank you, I hope you are right."

"She is and I would not be too quick to count out Steve. I can see something there just you wait and see."

"Whatever you say, Nat."

"We will see what happens."
"Don't get your hopes too high Nat."

After that, we talk for a little while longer before we finish and all get ready for bed and head to bed tired from our busy day.

The next few days pass with fun and lots of shopping and relaxing. Finally, it was Mardi Gras and we went out to have a blast.

We were eating and laughing going from place to place. Staying out most of the night having fun seeing all there was to see.

Getting back to the hotel well after midnight we all got ready for bed and fell asleep.

Not getting up until noon the next morning helped after being up so late and having such a long day. We got up and got ready for the last day of our trip, after packing things up but what we would need until we left the next day. We headed out and did some more shopping and saw things that we haven't done yet.

After the day of fun, we headed back to the hotel and finished packing things so that we were ready to leave in the morning before making hot cocoa and going to the terrace.

"You know this has been a lot of fun Nat. I'm glad you made me come."

"See I told you I know what you need."

"Every time"

"It was nice to be able to spend time together with the three of us. We used to do things like this with Lilly."

"You know both of you were too of mom's closest friends. She loved you both so much. That is why I am so lucky to have both of you in my life."

"Well, we are not going anywhere, right Nat?"

"What Laura said. You are stuck with us, little miss."

"I would not want it to be anyone else I get the privilege of having here for me."

"What about Steve?"

"Really Nat we are back to that?"

"You know you like him. So why not go for it."
"Alright yes, but he will never see me like that. I just have to live with that and there is no way he would want to be with me. Maybe I am meant to just be single and I am ok with that."

"Says the girl who is the biggest hopeless romantic around."

"So I might love romance and all of it but not everyone ends up with someone. I just don't know if a guy will love me for me. Maybe if I lived a different life, but I don't think I will find true love with anyone as long as the world knows I am Tony Stark's daughter."

"Well don't be too quick to write it off you never know."

"We will see." After finishing our drinks we went to get some sleep before we would travel home in the morning.

The following day came faster than I thought that it would and we got our things before we made our way home.

At the apartment, Nat and Laura helped me get my bags.

"I had a lot of fun. Thank you for having me come."

"Sweetie, we will always want you to be there with us."

"You are one of us. Maybe next time we can get Pepper to come on the girl's trip."

"That would be a lot of fun Nat. I think she and Laura will get along really well."

"We both love you. I would say that is a pretty good starting point."

"Without a doubt. I love you both, see you soon."

"See you soon sweetie. I love you." Laura replied as she hugged me.

"Love you too. See you at work." Nat hugged me next.

"See you there." They got back in the car and left as I grabbed my bags and went upstairs. This girl's trip was amazing and I was bringing Pepper next time.


Well, I hope you all liked the start. I will continue to try and update Tuesdays and Fridays but we will see how things go each week. Please let me know what you all think and review. It really does help me to know who is enjoying it and me wanting to wright more as well. I hope all of you are well and you were all able to find this easily. If you have any questions feel free to ask. A special shout out to Wonderwomanbatmanfan and Guest for all of your reviews in the last book they really do mean so much to me.