Clint spoke clear german as he made his way around the camp he had infiltrated, he had been getting the information they needed and slowly damaging the weapons they had. Bruce and Tony had been cracking into the secrets of the hydra camp. Thor and Steve we're slowly attacking the surrounding soldiers to make their final attack as manageable as possible. They had already been gone for nearly a month and everyone was getting antsy.

"We have to attack soon."

Clints voice left no room for discussion. The men were quick to look his way and nod. Right away plans began to be made.

"There can be no room for error. This is going to be a big attack. If we don't get every single soldier, we may not make it out alive."

They all nodded at Steve and gathered around him to map out their plan of attack.


Natasha rolled out of bed at a very early hour. Pepper had left last week for Tokyo, leaving Natasha alone. It had began snowing late last night and when Natasha glanced out the window she saw the snow was still going and there was at least a foot and a half of snow on the ground. Natasha stretched out, her stomach had grown significantly to the point where Natasha could no longer see her toes. Steve's army shirt was very tight around her stomach. She had to work to get herself upright and wobble to the bathroom. She showered quickly and made food, walking around the house in Steve's shirt. It used to be the only thing that comfortably fit but she had to find a new staple piece. She walked into Thor's room, making her way around the mess on his floor and towards his closet, pulling out one of his midgardian shirts and slipping it over her head. It fit a lot looser around her, she pulled Steve's sweatpants on and grabbed a blanket off the couch. The weather made it impossible for her to go out but she was determined to make it out sometime today no matter what. The last few weeks had been hectic, Pepper kept her busy at all time. They were either shopping or getting food or working out to the point where Natasha would come home and fall asleep without even getting out of that days clothing. Peppers plan had been to keep Natasha occupied enough to not have time to worry about the guys but what Pepper didn't notice was that Natasha was always worried. She ate her breakfast and waited a while before changing into her own maternity clothes and snow boots. Her hair had grown very long and curly and she had the desired pregnancy glow but that was overshadowed by a worried look in her eye.

"Jarvis, call Happy."

"Hello?"

"Hi Happy, could you swing by the tower and pick me up?"

"Of course miss Rushman."

Natasha chuckled and thanked him. He still hadn't gotten used to calling her Natasha Romanoff or Rogers.

She wrapped herself up in a jacket and entered the elevator, making her way to the garage to wait for Happy. He hadn't seen her since the wedding so the look on his face when he arrived and saw her pregnant stomach. He rushed out of the car to open the back door and let her in.

"Where to?"

"Brooklyn cementary. S.H.I.E.L.D section."

Happy tore his eyes away from Natasha's stomach and nodded, falling into a comfortable silence. The snow continued to fall meaning that there were barely any other cars on the road so they made it in no time.

"Should I wait here?"

"It could be a while, I'll just catch the subway on the way back."

Natasha made her way out of the car and into the cementary. Happy simply parked and waited for Natasha, ignoring her request. The fiery red head maneuvered her way around the cementery before finding what she was looking for.

Phillip J. Coulson

"Hey Coulson, haven't seen you in a while. I bet if you saw me you would have a heart attack. I know this is the first time I've visited you since we put you here but I couldn't even bear the thought of not having you here. I guess I'll just fill you in on what has happened. Contrary to your prediction, Clint and I are not together, however I am married. You probably know this since youre watching over us but I figured I'll just tell you. I married Steve, I know you probably wanted him for yourself but I couldn't help myself-"

Natasha chuckled, recalling how often she and Clint would tease on of having a crush on Captain America because of how much he idolized him. Of course they both knew he wasn't actually gay but they were certain he would entertain the idea when it came to Steve.

"We got married almost four months ago. Barton was my maid of honor and Thor was Steve's best man. Thor had seen several movies with 'midgardian' weddings in them so he insisted that the best man and maid of honor walk down the isle with their arms linked. It was a beautiful moment. It was a pretty incredible day. I think it put some ideas in Peppers head and she's dropping hints at Tony. "

Pepper hadn't exactly been subtle, leaving bridal magazines around and engagement ring pictures.

"I'm pregnant by the way, bet you never imagined that. I'm six months along, and to be honest I'm starting to look like a whale. I have officially reached the point where I can no longer see my feet. I walked out of the tower last week wearing two different shoes. We had been pregnant before but we lost the baby, it was a rough time. But this baby seems to be sticking around. It's a miracle, the black widow isn't supposed to get pregnant and here I am. Anyways I'm here because the guys are all on a mission and I needed someone to talk to. I know that youre not really here Phil, but I know youre listening. I'm scared Phil, if this baby doesn't make it…I don't think I could handle that. If the guys don't make it home safe, If we cant protect the baby. So many things could go wrong, I'm not made to be mother material. I'm a killer and I'm scared."

It was the first time she had admitted that she was scared and it was like a big weight being lifted off her shoulders.

"I really wish you were here. I miss you Coulson, this kid would have loved you. But don't worry we'll let them know that uncle Phil was the greatest person."

Natasha rested a hand on Coulsons grave before getting off the ground. The ground was continuing to accumulate snow and she misplaced a foot, she immediately shot out a hand to step herself from falling, quickly grabbing on to Phils gravestone and stopping her fall.

"Even when youre not here, youre keeping me safe Phil."

She cradled her wrist as she limped to the outside of the cementery, immediately noticing Happy outside.

"I thought I told you to leave Happy."

"I'm not just gonna leave you behind Miss Rushman. Will you be heading back to the tower?"

"Can we stop by S.H.I.E.L.D first, I need to go to medical."

Happy looked alarmed and was quick to start driving away.


Clint had gotten enough intel to know that everyone they needed would be present at the opposing forces main quarters today. Today was when they would attack. Steve was in uniform, he shield held tightly. Thor was wearing his Asgardian armor and had his hammer in hand, Tony was lounging on the couch in his iron man suit and Clint was checking all his arrows, Bruce would remain at a nearby base and would only be called on if it was absolutely necessary.

"Are you guys ready? Do we need to go over the plan again?"

"No Stevie, we do not need to go over the plan for the billionth time."

Steve glared at Tony and headed out the door. They were dropped off right outside the warehouse that was acting as a headquarter. The place looked abandoned but they knew better. However Steve's enhanced hearing picked up on sounds of struggle somewhere inside the building. He alerted the rest of the avengers and led them inside. The entrance was a dead zone, bodies littered everywhere. They rushed in, following the trail of bodies to find the winter soldier taking down a group of soldiers.

"about time you showed up buddy, I was beginning to think I was in this all by myself. Theres men in the lower floor, I've been careful. The weapons are down there too, watch yourself."

They all looked dumbfounded for a fraction of a second before Clint spoke.

"alright guys, remember that the head men are going to be in the lowest floor, we need to keep them alive."

They all nodded and made their way downstairs. The men were not many but the weapons were strong and right away Steve had to put his S.H.I.E.L.D up to take care of the shot.

"Hulk, we're gonna need you to come in."

In less than a minute the green giant was standing in front of the group, protecting them from the hits. They took out one by one until Steve and Thor were able to get past the soldiers and make their way to the lowest level taking out some of the opposing men on the way. The winter soldier joined them soon and the three of them broke into the room to find weapons pointed their way. Steve put up his shield, holding it up even though the force of the weapons was trying to push him back, he could feel his shoulder being dislocated. Thor took care of the weapons and the winder soldier knocked the men unconscious. Thor spoke into his comm.

"Has the battle been won?"

"Nearly Thor-o…just…a few…more."

Thor went back upstairs to help while Steve called in S.H.I.E.L.D for extraction and joined the group upstairs to finish up the fight which was pretty much done when he got there.

"Is everyone alright?"

Clint wiped at the blood rushing down his arm and face and nodded, Bruce was putting on pants and Tony was confirming his health. Thor was bruised but nothing serious.

"are you alright James?"

"Course, I wouldn't risk my good looks by getting injured."

Steve rolled his eyes and smiled.

"we're going home guys. You coming with us James?"

"I've been thinking of taking a trip to the states. Havent been in quite a while, plus theres a skinny little red head that I miss."

Clint snorted and walked away but didn't tell him about Natasha. A jet landed not long after and took the men that were captured. The avengers entered the next jet that arrived, followed by Bucky and made their way back home. The men were debriefed as they received medical attention.

"alright team. We'll be going straight to Stark tower, arriving in about 6 hours."


"Mrs. Rogers, the baby is fine and everything seems alright. You broke your wrist but it is a clean break which should take less time to heal, you also tore a muscle in your right calf. I'll put you in a boot for a month and you'll be on crutches for a while but you'll be off them quickly due to the super soldier serum. Take it easy and try to be careful."

Natasha nodded and was rolled out of the building in a wheelchair, directly into Happy's car.

"Now we go back to the tower, thank you Happy."

"Are you alright Natalie?"

"Its Natasha, and yes I'm fine. We should get back, the roads are becoming unmanegable. I don't want to get stranded."

By the time Natasha made it to the living room the sun was going down, it was nearly 6. She stripped herself of her jacket, leaving her in a long sleeve shirt and stretchy pants, she retrieved some food and rested her leg on the couch. The boot was clunky and the cast on her wrist felt heavy, she drifted off to sleep in no time. However she was awakened in the following hour by the sound of the elevator dinging. She was groggy, the pain medications she had been given had taken effect and everything was blurry for a moment, she took sight of 6 blurry figures.

"Tash? Jarvis can you turn up the lights just a little?"

"Of Course Mr. Rogers."

James looked around, his eyes landed on Natasha on the couch. She looked out of it, clearly just waking up. Her red hair was in curls and long, her face was perfect as ever. The back of the couch was covering her as well as a mountain of blankets.

"Steve? Youre home!...James!"

She came out from under the covers allowing them to all get a good look at her. James was stunned into silence, not by the injuries but by the stomach. Everyone else zeroed in on her injuries only taking seconds to register how large Natashas stomach had gotten.

"Natasha, what happened?"

They all rushed forward but Bucky was frozen in his place.

"I was out today, the weather is pretty nasty and I ended up falling, tore the muscle in my calf and broke my wrist. Everything else is fine, we both are."

Steve took her in his arms, kissing her and then leaning down to kiss her stomach. The avengers all followed his lead.

"Geez Nat, youre lady lumps have never looked this incredible."

Steve smacked Clint over the head.

"James get over here, I've been on my feet all day."

James cautiously came over and hugged Natasha.

"youre pregnant."

"6 months pregnant, big as a whale."

He was shocked into silence once again so Natasha pushed him down onto the couch with her. She was being so casual with him, with all of them. He had never seen Natasha so calm and comfortable.

"Are you all alright?"

"I think out of all of us, youre the most injured. Legolas has a concussion and had to get a few stitches which is why he looks extra ugly. Cap has a dislocated shoulder but its healing annoyingly fast and theres bumps and bruises and cuts on all of us but no serious injuries."

Natasha processed everything that Tony said and directed her attention at Bucky.

"Not that I don't love that youre here, but why are you here?"

"He was already kicking ass by the time we arrived to attack. Capsicle dragged him home with us."

Bucky was still staring at Natasha, confusion evident on his face. Natasha looked over the men, taking in all their injuries and their tired faces.

"Well, how about you guys go shower and get comfortable and I'll cook."

"Nat, youre injured."

"So are you Clint, now go get showered and changed before I have to make you move. Don't argue with me…and don't look at me with those puppy dog eyes, I'm more than willing to rip them out of their sockets."

Clint huffed and slowly got up, making sure he didn't move too quick. They all followed suit, Steve dragging Bucky with him. They were all worried about Natasha being hurt, they were also terrified of he following through with her promises of killing them if they didn't do what she said. Natasha pushed herself up and towards the kitchen deciding that Russian food would be comforting to them all since they were used to her cooking. It didn't take long for her to have a hot meal waiting on the dinner table.

"It smells Russian, me gusta."

"I'm glad Stark, how are you feeling."

He pulled out a chair for Natasha and helped ease her into it with surprising gentleness.

"Just a little battered, nothing some good scotch and a little sleep cant cure."

"Wow. Tony Stark is actually going to sleep? Incredible."

He glared at her as he took the seat next to her.

"How is it that you didn't even go on the mission and youre the most injured. What were you doing?"

"I was visiting Coulson, it was pretty icy and I slipped. Happy drove me to S.H.I.E.L.D to get checked up and this was the verdict. The baby is fine though. I figured since Bruce is back he can do the sonogram so we don't have to leave the tower."

"If it's a boy we can call him Anthony."

"No."

"If it's a girl we can call her Antonia."

"I will kill you."

"I've been gone for a month and I come back to death threats, where is the love little red."

Natasha blew him a kiss and sipped her tea. Bruce and Clint walked out to join them at the dinner table followed by Thor and Steve, Bucky joined them a few minutes later.

"Well dig in guys, I'm really glad youre all home."

They all smiled at Natasha before devouring everything on the table.

"So Bruce, I was thinking maybe you could do a sonogram and we could find out the sex of the baby?"

Bruce smiled an nodded.

"We can go down to the lab as soon as you finish eating. Who will be joining us?"

"I would say just Steve but you know we don't have the manpower to keep these guys out. Would you like to join us James?"

Bucky looked up in surprise and nodded. Steve smiled brightly and was almost bouncing in his seat, despite being absolutely exhausted. Natasha finished her meal and looked around to see that everyone else was done before getting up.

"Her Thor, how are you feeling."

"Jovial, I am looking forward to finding out what the baby will be."

"We all are. You don't seem to be injured."

"I am quite fine lady Natasha."

"That's great, mind giving me a lift downstairs?"

Thor smiled and nodded, gently picking up Natasha and carrying her as if she weighed nothing. Steve was pouting behind them.

"Don't pout Steve, I know you are more than capable of carrying me but you need to let your shoulder heal."

Steve nodded and continued walking as the team squeezed into the elevator and rode down to the lab where Thor set Natasha down on the bed. Tony and Bruce had set up a mini hospital room so Bruce could be in charge of anything the team needed. Natasha instantly pulled her shirt up, everyone realized just how much she had grown since they left.

"Little eager aren't we Tash?"

"Shut up Barton, you know youre about to piss your pants with excitement."

He winked at Natasha and stood at the foot of her bed as Bruce rolled the sonogram machine over.

"What are you hoping for Capsicle?"

"A healthy beautiful baby, that's all I want."

Tony was silent for a moment.

"What if its ugly?"

It didn't take long for several different fists to hit him. Natasha smiled at the men around her and smirked at Tony. James had taken a stand near the door, disconnected from those around him.

"Well the heartbeat is strong and everything looks good, are you ready to find out what you're having?"

Steve grabbed Natasha's good hand and they both nodded.

"Well congratulations guys, youre having a little girl. I can tell you now that her uncles are going to spoil her rotten."

Steve's smile looked almost too big for his face as a tear slipped from Natasha's face. No one noticed James slipping out of the room.

"So…Antonia right?"