Author's Note: Well hello and stuff. How are you all doing? Guess what! I had a dream last night about the party, and it was drastically different from my original plan. So I'll probably put some ideas from both into what I write. Enjoy.

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Chapter Two

Party All the Time

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Peter loved parties. He loved the vibe they gave off, and the feeling of power that radiated through his body. Loki was shy - he held Peter's hand and awkwardly glanced around the room of the teen club. Matthew and Markus were off with some of the other guys from the soccer team.

"You want something to drink?" Peter asked.

"S-sure," Loki replied. "Uhm, I'll just go talk to Matt and Mark? While you're getting them?"

"Okay." Peter kissed his cheek quickly before walking over to the bar.

Loki wandered over to the twins and stood between them shyly. "Hey guys," he said.

"Hey Loke. Guys, this is Loki - he's practically our cousin. Loki, these are the guys: Tommy, Seth, and Mac." Matthew introduced.

Seth gave him a wide smile, and that made him relax a little. "Nice to meet you, Loki."

Loki smiled back. "You too."

Peter didn't like this. Seth was a playboy, with both men and women. Loki was, well, a baby. With drinks in hand, he walked back over to Loki and slid his arm around Loki's tiny waist. Loki took one of the drinks and settled back happily.

"Who're you guys playing on Friday?" Loki asked.

That question launched a huge conversation about the upcoming Lakeview vs. Jefferson game, and Loki learned more about soccer than he had ever expected. He was surprised by the fact that Peter hadn't moved his arm, and was gently rubbing Loki's hip with his long fingers. It took everything inside him to not snuggle deeper into the older boy's side.

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Tasia was having a sleepover with Chloe on the Barton's floor. They were both in their jammies, watching Star Trek and eating snacks. In the middle of Chekov screaming "I CAN DO THAT!" Tasia's phone buzzed.

Matthew: How's the sleepover?

Tasia: It's okay. I'm wearing my cupcake pajamas. How's the party?

Matthew: Interesting. Peter is being strange with Loki. More clingy than usual.

Tasia: Maybe Peter will finally make his move tonight?

Matthew: I'll keep you posted. :D

It was three weeks ago to the day that Peter finally admitted to Tasia and the twins that he loved Loki. He loved him with every fiber of his being, which was a hell of a lot.

"What do you think about Markus?" Chloe said.

Tasia shrugged. "What do you mean? Mark's awesome. A great friend. Always there when you need him. Why?"

Chloe blushed slightly. "I don't know. Lately things between the two of us have seemed... Different. Like I want him to... I don't know, like me or something. Like like me."

"Aw, you should go for it!" Tasia pulled her long red hair back into a ponytail and smiled. "He's such a sweet guy. It's obvious he adores you."

A knock sounded on the door, and Clint stuck his head inside the room. "Hey honey. You two want some dinner? I made mashed potato casserole."

"Sure, daddy. We'll be out in a minute." Tasia smiled.

Clint's mashed potato casserole was famous. It was a mix of cheddar cheese, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, chives, and bacon. And delicious. Natasha was sitting at the table when the two girls emerged, reading a SHIELD report.

"Hi Momma," Tasia said, leaning down to kiss her forehead. "Daddy, it smells delicious."

Chloe and Tasia sat down, and each got a plateful of casserole.

"So, Chloe, how was your first day?" Natasha asked.

Chloe made a face, and the three Bartons laughed. "That bad, huh?" Clint asked. "At least you didn't beat anyone up; that's a plus."

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It was almost 10:00. Peter knew that they would have to leave in the next ten minutes in order to get home before curfew. But there was something he needed to do, first of all.

"Excuse me," he said to the DJ. "Can you play the song 'Faithfully' by Journey?"

"Of course, kid. Right after this song is finished."

Loki was over at the officially proclaimed Soccer Team table. He was talking to Mac and Tommy. Seth was off flirting with someone or another. Peter's heart was beating heavily, and every step towards the table seemed to take a lifetime.

"Hey Loki. Wanna dance next song?" Peter asked anxiously.

"S-sure, Petey," Loki replied, a small blush radiating over his cheeks.

When the song started, Peter pulled Loki to his feet and onto the dance floor.

"P-Pete, this is a slow song," Loki said quickly.

Peter took Loki's hands and placed them on his own shoulders, before moving his hands down to Loki's hips. "I know. Why do you think I requested it?"

Loki gazed up at Peter with large eyes, his lips slightly parted. "You wanted to slow dance with me?"

"Always," Peter said, looking straight into his eyes. "Loki... You have no idea what you do to me. I mean, I know we're best friends, but what I feel for you goes way beyond that. I... I think I'm in love with you, Bug."

Loki stood on his tiptoes so his lips could reach Peter's ear. He hesitated, but then responded: "I love you too."

Peter let out a sigh of relief and pulled Loki closer. Loki settled against him, closing his eyes and smiling. Of course, once the song ended they had to haul ass out of there. Happy was waiting for them in the parking lot. Matthew and Markus talked the entire way back, but in the dark, Peter and Loki snuggled silently.

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Steve and Tony were in their bedroom. Steve read while his husband watched "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen." A knock sounded on their door at 10:36.

"Come in," Tony said.

Peter opened the door and slipped inside. He was in pajamas (a Nirvana t-shirt and plaid pajama bottoms, with black toe socks). "Hey. Can I watch with you for a bit?"

Tony nodded. Peter crossed the wooden floor to crawl onto the bed between his dads. Steve put down his book and looked over at his son, who had what seemed to be a permanent love struck grin on his face. "How was the party?" he asked.

"It was alright. I introduced Loki to plenty of people. He seems to be fitting in just fine." Peter said. "Just a typical high school party, I guess. I promise I didn't have unsafe or safe sex, drink alcohol, or do any drugs, legal or illegal."

"That's my boy," Steve ruffled the boy's hair.

Until 11:00, Peter stayed in his dads' room, relating to them the events of his first day. At that time, he kissed them both on the cheek, said he loved them, and bid them goodnight.

"We have raised the perfect son," Tony said, turning off the television and pulling off his t-shirt.

Steve turned off the light and pulled Tony close. "I can't agree with you more."

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Bruce and Darcy were sitting at the kitchen table when Loki walked in. Both looked up from SHIELD reports, and smiled at him.

"Hi baby," Darcy said. "Did you have fun?"

"Yeah. The DJ was awesome, and Peter introduced me to his soccer friends. An A+ evening for sure." Loki poured himself a glass of orange juice. "What're the reports for?"

Bruce smiled. "Just another thing that the Cyclops needs us for. You need to get to bed, son."

"I know, I know. Goodnight." He hugged his Dad and kissed his Mom's forehead. "I love you." He finished off his glass and put it in the dishwasher before moving back to his bedroom.

Bruce's phone buzzed.

Chloe: Tasia and I are going to bed now. Goodnight and I love you, Daddy. And the same to Mom.

Bruce: Goodnight, sweetheart. I love you too.

"Chloe said goodnight and she loves us," Bruce said.

Darcy smiled happily. "Bruce?" He looked up at her. "Honey, let's go get some sleep. It's our turn to make breakfast in the morning."

Bruce nodded in agreement, and they gathered their papers before heading back to their own bedroom to sleep.

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It was nearly one in the morning when Loki crept into Peter's bedroom. The television was on, and the volume turned low. Peter couldn't sleep unless there was a bit of background noise. He was stretched out across the bed, fast asleep. Loki kicked off his slippers and slid beneath the covers beside him. Feeling the warmth, Peter instinctively pulled Loki close and wrapped his arms around him. Loki closed his eyes and fell back asleep.

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Author's Note: Dude, I make it out to be that the Avengers are the most awesome parents EVER (especially Tony and Steve). Then again, their kids are pretty awesome, so it can't be that hard... Well, you know the drill! Review with your thoughts! Love from, Rinn.