Note: Since I have really barely gotten into The Eternals comics and only going through the current run; I have no idea what a host is supposed to look like for them. So, just interpreting it the best way I can given that. And one part may seem like Ikaris and Kat neglect their children due to one thing that occurs here. But think already have shown that this is the furthest thing from the case. And there should be another picture, but who knows with how things have been going trying to post them as well.
"If you two could just turn?!" His arm wraps around her as she leans into him. Stepping back the photographer thanks them before moving on. He follows as she walks in front of him. "Are you okay, you sure have seemed to quickly grown accustomed to this?!" "While it is more of a social setting than I am used to
So, while on a smaller level, being a part of the UCWF helps being in the spotlight. Besides, I should have been doing this with you from the beginning. And it was beginning to irk me that Adam Extreme, Kingo and Eros Starfox were becoming your constant companions to these things. And occupying the space that should have always been mine. Besides, it wouldn't hurt for Ajax and Thena to be in charge for short periods of various times." Stepping up, she kisses his cheek. "Thank you!"
"Cut!" "Kathleen, you are a wonderful actress. I am not disputing this. But I am just not feeling it. And I know that you have it in you." "I'm sorry! We can try again?!" "No. We'll take a break. And hopefully, the passion will be there. And you will be believable that you feel something for him?!" Nodding her head as the director walks away, as Kingo and Ikaris approach.
"What's wrong, Aikaterine?!" "I might get fired if I don't pull this off." Ikaris takes a hold of her hand as she leans into him, accepting his comfort and reassurance. "Well, what are they expecting?!" Kingo asks. "A sex scene. They told me they know I can do it. And have faith in me. But this is something I have yet to do. And it is hard to when I am feeling nothing toward the other person. Clearly, not I am even that good an actress. But then I am talking about Whitman's level of unattractiveness." "Well, then that would be hard for anyone to play convincingly." Kingo adds.
Turning at her husband's sour face, "you being here of all days isn't helping. I have to persevere like always. And I really can't have you make it worse, that means no altercations!" "You say you haven't done this before but you have," "?" "Yes, when Jean and Rachel Summers were your vessels. They weren't celibate when it came to their romantic relationships after all?! And the other part of you has her own marriage, along with yours. Now all you have to do is channel that." Kingo adds.
Putting his hand behind her head, Ikaris brings her closer. Their foreheads touching. "I may never be happy nor comfortable with this. But I know you can do it, Aikaterine." Kissing her which she quickly reciprocates, and it doesn't go unnoticed. As the crew begins to find their places again, the director approaches.
"See that right there is what I am looking for. I knew you had it in you, Kathleen. And who is this?" "Ike Harris." Ikaris shakes their hand. Nodding, "yes, this could work. In fact, Mr. Harris, you wouldn't mind being a stand in, would you? The two of you seem the same height and physique." Never willing to give up such a moment with her, "sure." "Oh, thank you. Just sit tight. This is not on the script but if what I saw is correct. This impromptu moment will definitely work."
Staring into each other's eyes, their breath intermingling; they wrap their arms around each other. As he lifts her up, laying her back against the bed. His hold tightening against her, laying his forehead against hers. Before she pulls him in for a kiss as he slowly takes his time unbuttoning her shirt as he sinks into her. And it isn't long before she is writhing underneath him.
Gazing down at her, "god, you are so beautiful!" A serene smile graces her face at this, as she is still caught in their congenital intimacy. "Cut!" Stroking the side of her face, which she leans into. "That is what I was after. Be glad that was the last scene we needed for today. Go, get out of here. Take him with you. You won't be disturbed for the rest of the day. But be ready bright and early tomorrow." Sitting up with Ikaris still inside of her, "can you manage to make it to my trailer?" "I will need a little help!" "Okay."
Conjuring an illusion, Ikaris's current situation isn't detected. She remains to be held close in his embrace. No sooner than she has shut the door, then he is upon her again. The two spend the night christening her trailer. Not caring one bit if their actions are disturbing anyone else. Spending the night and doing their best to christen every part of the trailer they can manage.
Humming she begins to open her eyes as the bed shifts. Opening her eyes, she sees him leaning over her. "Good morning!" "Hello!" "And look he brought breakfast! I definitely married the perfect man." Kissing her as she picks up the utensils. "I will see you later." "You're leaving?!" "Yes. I have to go back to Olympia but run an errand before that."
Hesitating, "yesterday wasn't awkward, having an audience?!" "Of course not, sure, I am not used to it. But I could care less, it is just the two of us anyway. Nothing and no one else matter during those moments. Besides, it wards off any who think they might have a chance getting your attention. I love you, Aikaterine. I will see you later."
Running toward her, "MOMMY!" Hugging each of them. "Oh, I missed you!" Ikaris appears holding their newborn. "AUNT KATHLEEN!" Turning she sees Thena approaching with Joseph, Donald and Deborah. "Hello!" "Sprite said you were going to take us to Disneyland, is this true?!" Seeing all of their hopeful faces, "yes. Why not?! That cursed child, sometimes I swear!"
"Kat, thank you. Our resident prankster jabbered incessantly about it to them." Thena tells her. Kathleen nods her head. "You are going to need to watch Zuras Adam for us." "Oh course, and I will report everything else to both of you. I really appreciate this. I just wish I could be there."
"I do too. Zuras still doesn't have set schedule though." Taking him from Ikaris before handing him over, he squirms at the change. But doesn't rouse from his slumber, "be good for Aunt Thena." She tells him before kissing his forehead, at which he whines to, unconsciously. "Its okay. Mommy and Daddy will be back before you know it."
"Mommy!" "What, Constantine?!" Ignoring the tugging on her pants, continuing to search for the one item that is missing. "MOMMY!" Giving up for the moment, she turns to see. "Ah, aren't you adorable!" Zuras is in Ikaris's arms is dressed as Iron Man. Laughing at her husband, "I know I look ridiculous!" "While it is funny, that isn't the word I would use?!"
"Definitely sexier than the original!" Oh yeah?!" 'Cool it, there. The party hasn't even started. I will show you how much later, Captain!" "Yes, ma'am! I can just imagine his face when he sees you." "So can I, I am going to get a kick out of this. That man can be such a prude sometimes!" Yanking on the material, "what's wrong, Jaycen?" "Mommy, why this is scratchy?!" Attempting to take the eye patch off, she stops him.
"Because you aren't used to it." "Why must I wear it then?!" "Its tradition and only for one night." "But we don't understand, Mommy, what is so special about this Halloween?!" Margo adds. "It is based on a certain culture's history that has evolved where for one night, one can dress up and be someone or something that they aren't the rest of the time."
"So does that mean Sprite will be quiet?!" Putting her hands on Jaycen and Margo's heads. "I am afraid not. Getting and wanting that to happen isn't very likely." Constantine takes one of Ikaris's hands, looking up at them. "Must I wear this mask too?! It is hard to breathe and see!" "You don't want to disappoint, daddy, do you?!" "NO!" "Good, The Captain needs a partner. And you are his. And if you can't see just keep holding my hand." "Okay, Daddy!"
Standing by the punch bowl, the commotion begins. Bucky starts laughing by his side. Followed by Sharon, turning at what he is looking at. "What are you two laughing at?" He begins coughing as the liquid goes down the wrong way. Sharon begins to pat his back. "Easy there, love. I think it is flattering! Though I have to say I am disappointed, Margo isn't wearing a SHIELD uniform to round out the team." She is dressed up in purple instead with mini bows and arrows tied to her back, sunglasses perching on top of her head.
Just as they approach the group, Tony almost shoves them out of the way. "This is definitely something, Ikaris is putting you to shame, Steve. I love it." I wouldn't say that, Tony!" Steve replies. "I would in every way!" Kathleen replies. Tony begins laughing, as Steven' face begins to turn red. And Kat begins smirking. "You being a prude never gets old!" "I am not!" "Oh yes, you are. I know what you are thinking concerning what I am wearing, Steven Rogers?!"
Bucky and Sharon get in on the laughing at this. Steve turns to them, hurt and confusion apparent. "Not you two, too?!" Bucky puts his hand on his friend's shoulder. "Oh, come on, Steve, this definitely brings back memories. Besides her costume is just as patriotic as your uniform and Ikaris's replica of it." "Oh, and Captain, my captain, if you think this is scandalous and immodest, just wait until you see what I have in store for the next couple of years!" Tony's volume of laughter increases at this. As the coughing begins again. "Oh, and thank you for inviting us, Anthony!"
Placing Zuras down, his brothers and sister stand watching and waiting. "Now that Zuras is old enough to have joined us, did you like it?" "Yes! It was so much better than Disneyland!" Placing her hand on her stomach, "I'm glad. Now it is your turn for all of you to get ready for bed." "But what about Daddy?!" "He is very busy right now. He will come check on you later." "Mommy?!" "Yes, Margo?!" "What is that?!"
Grabbing her children, she reappears in the throne room. Ikaris stands at their arrival. The other Eternals surrounding them. "So, you saw it too then?!" He merely nods his head, holding his arms out. Putting his arms around them, he holds them close. Thena keeping Joseph, Donald and Deborah close as well. Sprite standing in front of them. "Daddy, what is that?! I'm scared!" "It will be okay, Zuras. Your aunts and uncles will handle it. The two families and the children's' guardian stare up at the mammoth machine. As the staff in its hand comes down, its base hitting the ground as the world becomes an abyss.
