Poseidon and Alina left the study and made their way to the assembly hall. They could still hear Zeus and Thor arguing about what their nonexistent children should be named.
"I want one named after me," They heard Zeus say.
"Then, one will be named after my father."
"NEVER!"
Poseidon sighs and calls forth the other Greek gods. One by one, the gods and goddesses begin to appear. They expect to see Zeus but are surprised to know that it's Poseidon that called them. Athena looks around and notices that her father isn't there.
"Poseidon, where is my father."
"Arguing with Thor about having children," Alina says.
"What?!" Aphrodite exclaims.
"No, not having children together, him and me."
"WHAT?!" Athena and Aphrodite yell.
Alina gives her sisters a confused look, "No, not Papa and me, what's wrong with you? Thor and me."
Athena pinches the bridge of her nose, "Wait, what's going on? Why are you and Thor here, and why is Father not calling for the assembly? It's not like him."
"Thor and I are getting married in a month. Papa got depressed that I'm getting married, and to cheer him up, Thor promised that we would give him grandchildren. Now they're negotiating what to name the six children that Papa wants me to have, if not more."
Everyone assembled nods. Ares suddenly stands up and begins to walk out, "Where are you going, Brother?"
"I want one named after me." He threw over his shoulder as he walked out.
Alina sighs, "Oh, gods."
"Yes?" The assembled Greek gods say.
"Cut it out, and it was an expression."
"Yes, let's be serious; we have a wedding to plan!" Hera tells her children and siblings.
"You're going to help," Alina questions
"Of course, I am the goddess of marriage. I want to bless your union with Thor."
Alina smiles brightly and hugs the goddess, "Thank you, Hera!"
"You're welcome, child."
Aphrodite claps her hands with enthusiasm, "Let's get started," She said, grabbing her baby sister's hand and dragging her way. With all of the goddesses following behind. The gods look at each other, not knowing what to do.
"What are we suppose to do?" Apollo asks.
"Go talk to Father, tell him and Ares to stop arguing over nonexistent children, and help plan this wedding. Oh, and I expect you to write some beautiful music for this wedding, Apollo," Aphrodite says.
And so the wedding plans commence, and like Zeus, Aphrodite was a control freak when it came to love and romance. But she was at least considerate enough to listen to what her baby sister wanted. Thor eventually told them that he didn't think that anyone from his family would come to his wedding, considering that his mother and brother had passed away, and Odin needed to remain in Asgard to take care of the nine realms.
Thor insisted that the Avengers be invited along with Darcy and Erik Selvig. They were the closest thing he had to a family on Midgard. That being the case, Alina wanted Xavier and the entire school invited as well. Logan coming to the wedding was a given. So that meant that the wedding would have to be held on Earth. Which was fine with Aphrodite and Hera, they would only need to coordinate with someone on Earth to get everything set up.
"I think I know the perfect person you can have help you, Sister."
"Is it that delicious looking Tony Stark? I've been dying to meet him."
"Well, him and his girlfriend, Pepper Potts."
"Oh, I like her. She's brilliant and efficient," Athena says, "And that Stark fellow is a wonder."
"How do you know about them?"
"We've been looking in on your friends from time to time."
Alina nods.
"Shall we go to the Tower, then?" Thor asked.
"Lead the way, Little Brother," Aphrodite said to Thor.
At Avengers Tower, Tony and Bruce were in Tony's penthouse having pizza. No one was home, they were either on missions or who knows where and Pepper wasn't due to arrive until later. Tony had just finished his third slice of pizza when he looked at Bruce.
"Hey Brucie-Bear, what's going on with Alina and Thor?"
"Oh, I talked to her the other day. She's training a five-year-old girl that came into her powers early because of the experimentation that Hydra did."
"That's awful."
"Yeah, it is. Alina says the little girl is pyrokinetic."
"Wow, that's dangerous," Tony says.
"Yeah, especially with someone her age. Her powers can get out of control with an emotional outburst. That's why Alina's still there. By Clarissa's age, that's the little girl's name, Alina, had great control."
Tony nods, "I see, so she's teaching the kid."
"Exactly, but I miss her, I wish she'd come to visit."
Suddenly the elevator doors open, and Alina and Thor walk in. Tony smirks, "Well, wish granted, Brucie."
"What are you guys doing here?"
"We have some great news," Thor says.
"We're getting married," Alina says.
"We know that," Tony says then takes a drink of his coffee.
"Next month!" Thor crows.
Tony nearly spits out his coffee, "So soon? Man, I have a lot of wedding plans to make."
Alina and Thor grin at each other, Tony stare at them, suspiciously, "What's with the face?"
"See, Sister, I told you he'd be perfect," Alina said.
"Who are you talking to, Munchkin?"
At that moment, a bright pink light flashes in the room, and Aphrodite appears. Tony's mouth falls open when he sees the most beautiful blonde standing in front of him. She gives Tony a seductive smile and runs her finger down his chest, "You must be Tony Stark."
"Yes," Tony says, but his voice cracks.
He clears his throat, "Yes, I am, gorgeous," Trying to sound smooth.
"Tony this is my sister Aphrodite," Alina tells him
"I should have guessed. There is no way you're human."
Before Aphrodite could seduce Tony further, there's a blue light, and Athena appears, "Sister stop before you turn the mortal into a drooling mess."
Aphrodite laughed and backed away from Tony who's eyes returned to normal. Tony shook his head, "So what brings the goddess of love and the goddess of wisdom here?"
"Alina tells us that you would be willing to help us plan Alina and Thor's wedding. Is this true?"
"Why do you need my help?"
"Because we are going to have the wedding in the mortal world so that Thor's friends can attend. Father would never allow mortals on Olympus," Athena explains, "Unless, of course, you do not wish to attend, then it will only be our family, Bruce, and Logan."
"Of course we want to attend, too bad it can't be on Olympus, that would be so cool," Tony said, "Hey, Point Break, does that mean Daddy Dearest is coming?"
"I'm afraid not, Tony. My father cannot leave the Nine Realms unattended."
"So, who do you want to invite?"
"The Avengers, of course, Lady Darcy and Erik Selvig," Thor informs Tony.
Tony nods, he looks at Alina, "And I'm assuming, Papa Bear and the X-men are coming too?"
"Well, yeah and the rest of the school. They can't leave the kids unattended," Alina says.
"Makes sense. Okay, so who's going to perform the ceremony?"
"Hera will perform the binding ceremony."
Tony thinks for a minute, "We'll have to get her ordained as a minister so that your marriage is legal on Earth. I can handle that; she won't mind, will she?"
There's another bright light, and Hera appears in the room, "I do not mind at all, Mr. Stark. That is an excellent idea; I am glad you thought of it."
Hera walks up to Tony and shakes his hand then hugs Bruce. Tony still can't believe how friendly the Greek gods are with Bruce. He shakes his head and continues with his train of thought.
"I'll hire an orchestra for the wedding."
Aphrodite nods, "I'll make sure that Apollo provides sheet music to what he writes."
Tony thinks for a minute, "Hey, Thor, do you have any Asgardian wedding traditions?"
"Yes, we do, why do you ask?"
"I thought we could combine your Asgardian traditions with Alina's Greek traditions. Since your family can't come."
Aphrodite claps and looks at her baby sister, "Oh, he's good, I hadn't thought of that I think we should do most of it in Asgardian tradition, but the celebration must last three days. I also thought of having Hephestus make your wedding bands. This way, they'll be indestructible. And I'll have him add some protection to them as well."
"Do you suppose he can add something for me," Thor asked.
"What would that be, Thor?"
"There is an Asgardian spell that cloaks the bands from enemies so that spouses are not put in danger,"
Athena thinks for a moment, "If you give me the spell, I'm sure Hecate can put something similar onto the rings."
"Are the gods going to need to be fitted for tuxedos," Tony asked.
"No, they will dress in formal Greek robes, but the mortals that do not know of Alina's heritage will see something else," Hera explains to Tony.
"So, only Pepper, Bruce, me, and the X-men will see the real thing?"
"Yes."
"And you, Thor?"
"I shall be in my formal armor. I must also borrow a forge to make a sword for my bride."
Everyone looks at Thor, confused, "It is part of the Asgardian ceremony," He explains.
"I'm sure Hephestus will let you use his forge, Thor," Hera says.
Thor smiles brightly.
"I'll handle the food and the venue, well Pepper will handle that. I'll pay for everything. What about your dress, Munchkin?"
"Pepper can help us pick out a wedding dress," She then looked at the goddesses, "Shall we have it made here or on Olympus?"
"Here is fine, I have seen the mortal's work, they make fine gowns," Hera says, "But it must be in Greek fashion."
"Naturally," Tony furrows his brow, "I know this is a modern concept, but will you have a best man, Thor?"
"What is that?"
"He helps you out and plans the bachelor party. He stands next to you during the ceremony and hands you the rings when the time comes."
Thor thinks for a moment, "I like that idea. Banner, would you like to be my best man?"
Bruce looked at Thor, shocked, "I'd be honored Thor, but I don't think I'd be very good at planning a bachelor party."
"Don't worry Brucie, I'll handle that," Tony said.
Bruce narrowed his eyes, "Fine but nothing too lewd, Tony. Remember, Alina's brothers are probably going to be there as well."
"But, they're Greek gods, they're used to debauchery," Tony argued.
"True, but let's try to keep it a little civil, okay?"
"Fine."
"JARVIS, are you are getting this all down," Tony asked.
**Of course, Sir.**
"Good boy."
At that moment the elevator doors open and Pepper comes in, she stops in her tracks when she sees Alina, Thor, Tony, Bruce and three women she's never seen before but is dressed in Greek gowns. It suddenly dawns on her that they must be goddesses. Pepper takes a deep breath to calm her nerves at meeting more Greek gods and walks into the room with a smile.
"Hello, everyone."
The group turns and looks at Pepper; Tony grins at Pepper and walks over to her, "Hey, Honey, you're just in time to help plan Alina and Thor's wedding. But first, let me introduce you to some of Alina's family."
Tony takes Pepper by the hand and leads her further into the room, "Pep, this is Hera, goddess of Marriage and Birth. Athena, goddess of Wisdom. And Aphrodite, goddess of Love."
Pepper's eyes widen, her mouth almost fell open, but she controlled herself this time. She cleared her throat and stepped forward; Pepper wasn't sure if she should bow of curtsey. Athena noticed Pepper's uncertainty and smiled at her, "No need to bow, Miss Potts, a simple handshake will do," Athena said then offered her hand.
Pepper sighed and shook Athena's hand, "It's a pleasure to meet you all," Pepper said after shaking all their hands.
"The pleasure is ours, we have watched you since you met Alina, you have impressed us," Hera said.
"Especially controlling, Tony," Aphrodite added.
Pepper blushed. "Thank you. I try my best."
Tony huffed and crossed his arms, but Pepper kissed his cheek, "So what's this about planning your wedding, Alina?"
Alina smiles brightly and takes hold of Thor's arm, "Thor and I are getting married in a month, and we were already making plans."
"That's wonderful, Alina, can I help?"
"We were hoping you would ask. Since this wedding is going to take place in the mortal world, we could use your and Tony's help." Athena informs Pepper.
"Of course. When shall we get started," Pepper asked.
"The sooner, the better," Hera said.
"Okay, then I'll arrange for you to get ordained and get the wedding license. Then I'll organize the bachelor party. Pepper can handle the rest."
Pepper rolled her eyes, "I think the first thing we should do is get the wedding dress. While we're doing that, we can look at the invitations. What about wedding rings?" Pepper asked.
"Hephestus will handle that," Aphrodite tells Pepper.
"Really?"
"Yes, of course, it will be his gift to his sister," Athena says, "Apollo will write the music we only need an orchestra."
"This is going to be so amazing," Pepper said, "Alright, shall we get going?"
The three goddesses nod. They wave their hands and change clothes to look like mortals. Once they were ready, Pepper had JARVIS call Happy to have the car ready, and the women left. But before they left, Alina kissed Thor and told him she would see him later.
"Well, since my lady is gone, I believe I will go back to Olympus and get started on the sword. Banner, would you like to come with me?"
"Yeah, sure, it's been a long time since I've been to Olympus."
Tony pouts, "I want to go."
Bruce pats Tony on the shoulder, "Sorry, Tony, this is an exclusive club, though I can ask if you can at least see from the elevator next time. Why don't you go tinker with your suits?"
With that, Bruce and Thor left for the Empire State Building. Tony frowned, "Stupid gods."
There was a clap of thunder that shook the tower; Tony steady himself against the wall, he looks up, "Geez I was only joking."
