Hey everyone! Sorry for the delay I was overcome with the bad case of cramps (Which I never get) and couldn't find the time to type this up. I hope you all enjoy!

Disclaimer: I only own October.

It's been a week since Loki's attack on New York. Everyone was settled in at Stark Tower and having a good time. Last night was another one of their team bonding moments as they all sat around the flat screen TV hanging on the wall. October sat next to Steve in a corner of the couch, on their left was Pepper and Tony, and on their right were Bruce and Thor. Natasha and Clint sat on the floor in front of Steve and October. They passed around a bowl of popcorn while they watched a movie. The group settled on watching a horror movie much to Pepper's protest. October had her legs curled under her as she leaned against Steve's side. Halfway through the movie October hid her face in Steve's shoulder and gripped his arm not looking at the movie; Pepper followed October's example. When the movie was over October was clinging to Steve as the others headed off to bed.

"October, are you alright?" Steve asked looking down at her.

"Peachy…I don't think I'll be getting any sleep tonight." October mumbled into his shoulder. Steve shook his head and let out a laugh. He helped her to her feet and led the way up the hidden staircase and along the catwalk leading to their rooms. October was still clinging to Steve's arm as the approached her room. Steve opened the door and walked inside toward October's bed. She sat on the bed as Steve looked around the room. It was set up just like his only everything was positioned the opposite way. The bed was along the left wall while the bathroom was on the left.

"Uh sorry about the mess, I never could keep my room clean." October said from her position on the bed.

"It's alright." He responded taking in the messy room. Clothes and stray boxes scattered around the room. His eyes landed on the dresser where her iPod touch sat in the dock station; a book case right next to it. October stood up from the bed and walked over to her dresser pulling open the top drawer. She grabbed a pair of red and black plaid pajama pants and a black tank top before heading for the bathroom.

Steve looked through her bookcase when the bathroom door opened again. He turned around and watched as October put her hair up in a ponytail, washed her face, and brushed her teeth. She exited the bathroom turning the light off on her way out and climbed into the bed. October folded the comforter down at the end of the bed along with the black sheets.

"Goodnight October." Steve said heading for the door.

"Steve, wait…uh…could you stay, please? At least until I fall asleep?" October asked quietly looking down at the sheets.

"Uh are you sure?" Steve asked as a blush slowly appeared on his face.

"I wouldn't be asking now would I?" She said with a teasing tone. October patted the spot next to her and slid over when Steve sat down. He leaned back against the pillows when October scooted closer and rested her head on his shoulder. Before they knew it, they were both fast asleep.

~L~

The next morning October woke up with a jump. The dream she had was vivid and she didn't want to replay it. She opened her eyes to see white. She followed the white up to the top and her eyes widened when she looked at Steve. October pulled away and looked at Steve who was sleeping peacefully beside her, his hair disheveled. She smiled and quietly climbed out of the bed heading for her dresser. She grabbed a pair of running shorts and slipped out of her pajama pants before slipping them on. October rummaged around for a pair of socks and her running shoes before she brushed her teeth and left the room. She glanced back at Steve who had turned on his side and smiled before closing the door.

October glanced over to railing of the catwalk to the kitchen down below to see if anyone else was up. When she didn't see anyone she lightly ran down the stairs and headed into the kitchen for a water bottle. Water bottle in hand, October headed for the elevator and rode it down to the entrance of Stark Tower.

"Good morning Miss Donovan." JARVIS said.

"Morning to you too JARVIS, and what have I told you about calling me that? October is perfectly fine." She said with a smile.

"Forgive me October it must have slipped my mind."

October could detect the teasing tone in the AI's voice as she stepped out of the elevator. No one was around so she started to stretch before her morning run.

"JARVIS, if I'm not back before everyone is awake please let them know I went for a run."

"Of course October."

Satisfied with her stretching, October headed out into the early morning air and headed toward Central Park. The city was starting to come alive as more people and cars appeared on the streets and sidewalks. She passed a few other early joggers and nodded in greeting as she passed before heading back toward Stark Tower. It had become routine for her to wake up every morning and go for a run.

She saw Stark Tower appear in the distance and she slowed her pace to a light jog. The water was empty so she didn't want to overheat. She stepped inside of the Tower and greeted the few workers who had arrived and headed for the elevator. The elevator ride was quick since it was the Avengers own personal elevator. The doors opened and October stepped out heading into the kitchen. When she entered she wasn't expecting anyone to be up.

"Oh good morning Bruce." She said greeting the doctor.

"Morning October." He responded watching as October grabbed a washcloth and wiping her face. Bruce turned back to his newspaper and tea when another set of footsteps were heard entering the kitchen. October looked up and found Clint dragging his feet toward the island and sitting on a stool.

"It's too early to be up." He groaned resting his head on the island. October chuckled and stood up.

"How about I make breakfast?" she offered. Clint's head flew up from the counter and he nodded frantically. October smiled and rolled her eyes heading for the pantry and fridge. She grabbed the pancake mix, eggs, bacon, sausage and milk before grabbing all the skillets and griddle that she would need. Knowing Thor's bottomless pit of a stomach she would have to make a ton of food. October went to work as Bruce moved out of her way and took her seat at the table with his paper and tea in hand as Clint rested his head back on the counter.

~L~

An hour later the smell of cooking sausage and bacon wafted through the air. The remaining people still sleeping woke up and entered the kitchen. Natasha was the first to enter followed by Pepper and Tony, who was followed by Thor.

"Lady Donovan how I have missed thou cooking!" he said walking over and picking her up in a hug.

"Easy there buddy. Could you do me a favor and grab the plates and cups? Then just set them out on the table." October said pointing at the cabinet next to her. Thor nodded and opened the cabinet pulling out said plates and cups. October went back to flipping pancakes when Steve entered the kitchen. She looked over and quickly looked away as a blush crept onto her face. Steve walked over and stood next to her watching as she flipped the pancakes. Everyone sitting at the table was silent as they watched the two.

"I'm sorry about last night. I didn't mean to fall asleep." Steve said quietly.

"It's quite alright Steve. No harm done." October smiled at him. She looked over at the table just as everyone began talking again. Tony wiggled his eyebrows and gave her a knowing smirk to which she just flipped him off earning a laugh in return. October flipped the last of the pancakes onto the platter and started to put the rest of the food on other platters.

"Mind helping me carry these to the table?" she asked holding out the platter with pancakes. Steve nodded and smiled taking the platter from her hands and grabbing another before setting it on the table. October followed behind him with the last platter filled with bacon and sausage. She set it on the table and went to the fridge, grabbing the juice carton and the coffee pot.

"This looks great October! Where did you learn to cook?" Clint asked digging into the food. October sat in between Steve and Bruce before piling food onto her plate.

"I learned from the best; my mother and grandmother. If you all want I can cook dinner too." She said digging into her food.

"That sounds like a wonderful idea! Just try not to burn anything this time." Tony said with a grin. October glared at him and threw a piece of pancake at him.

"Technically it was your fault last time. I wasn't the one who fell asleep while there was food in the oven." She countered. Tony threw the piece of pancake back at her landing it right down her tank top.

"Score!" Tony shouted, throwing his hands up. October looked at him with her mouth opened and plucked the pancake piece out of her shirt. Pepper glared at Tony as she pulled his arms back down.

"Enough you two." She said looking between them. October shrugged and went back to her food when something else hit her. She looked up and glared at Tony who had gone back to eating and wasn't looking at her.

The rest of breakfast went by without any more food being thrown and October cleaning up the mess. Steve walked over and took the towel from October's hand causing her to look at him.

"Let me help. I'll dry and put away, you wash." He said waiting for the next dish. October smiled and put her hands back into the soapy water. The two finished in record time as Steve put the last plate in the cabinet. October wiped her hands on the dishtowel and turned to Steve.

"Thank you. I would have been here all morning." She smiled. Steve smiled back at her and followed her out of the kitchen. Clint and Natasha were fighting over the remote while Thor sat watching them. Bruce had disappeared to his lab while Pepper went off to a meeting with Tony. October headed for the stairs when she heard a thud and Clint groaning. She was followed by Steve as they headed toward their bedrooms. October stood outside her door when she glanced at Steve who had just opened his door.

"Uh, hey Steve, I was wondering if you'd like to make a trip to the store with me. I need to pick up some items for dinner tonight. I could use some help." She said.

"Sure." He answered. A smile light up October's face as she walked over to him and placed a kiss on his cheek.

"We'll head out in say an hour." She said walking back to her door and slipping inside. Steve stood still and placed a hand on the cheek October had kissed. He smiled and went inside his room to get cleaned up.

~L~

October stood in her bathroom putting the finishing touches on her makeup. She put the cap back on the black eye liner and picked up her straightener. After a few minutes she was satisfied with the way her hair looked and unplugged the straightener. October walked over to her dresser and pulled out one of the new bra and underwear combo she bought with Pepper and Natasha. She dropped the towel and slipped the garments on and pulled open another drawer. She grabbed a pair of dark blue destroyed skinny jeans and a white tank top.

As she was pulling the tank top over her head she heard a knock on her door. She pulled the tank top down and smoothed it free of wrinkles before opening the door. Steve stood before her in a pair of khaki pants and a plaid button up shirt tucked into his pants. She smiled and waved him in as she walked over to the closet. Steve walked inside and sat on the bed watching October pull out a black leather jacket and a pair of black buckled canvas boots. She walked over and sat on the bed pulling on her boots and jacket.

"I just need my wallet and phone and we'll be set." She said opening the bedside table. She looked around the room making sure she had everything before she walked in front of Steve. She held out her hand for him to take and led him out of the room. Steve's grip on her hand tightened as they descended the stairs and found Natasha sitting on Clint's back.

"Try not to kill him while we're gone Nat. I don't want to have to explain that one to Tony." October said pulling Steve toward the elevator. Natasha jumped up from the couch and grabbed the collar of Clint's shirt walking over toward them.

"Mind if we tag along? I need to pick up something's." Natasha said giving October a look. October understood the look and nodded. Clint rubbed his back as they all piled into the elevator and toward the garage. October hadn't let go of Steve's hand to which he was happy. He gave her hand a squeeze causing her to look up at him with a smile. She squeezed his hand back just as the elevator doors opened.

"Whoa I wasn't expecting him to have this many cars." Clint said looking around. October laughed and led them over to a white Civic. October climbed into the driver seat as Steve sat in the passenger side as Natasha and Clint climbed in back. October started the car and pulled out of the garage heading for the nearest store.

Surprisingly the drive wasn't bad and they made it to the store within twenty minutes. October parked in the garage as everyone piled out of the car. She walked over to Steve and smiled before grabbing his hand. They entered the store and agreed to meet by the registers when they were done. October pushed the cart while Steve walked beside her as they headed toward the meat.

"Any idea on what you want to make?" Steve asked.

"I'm planning on making Tikka Masala. Ever heard of it?" She asked looking over at him. He shook his head and she smiled.

"It's rather delicious. It's pretty much a dish of roasted chicken chunks in a spicy sauce. Whenever I have it I always serve it on rice and with pita bread." She explained heading for the chicken. She grabbed a plastic bag and five packs of chicken breasts since she had to feed one bottomless pit and seven other people including her. She placed the chicken in the cart as she headed down an aisle. Steve followed next to her watching as October grabbed the various ingredients she needed. They reached the bread aisle when they ran into Natasha and Clint. Natasha pulled October away from the cart and down the feminine hygiene aisle knowing the two men wouldn't follow.

"You know I think Pepper has everything we need." October said watching as Natasha picked up two different boxes.

"Actually not anymore she doesn't." Natasha said holding them up for October to choose. October pointed at the brand on the left and went to grab a few for her supply too. They walked back toward the men when Natasha shoved the boxes in her hands into October's.

"You have got to be kidding me. Nat you are the most awkward shopper I know." October said rolling her eyes. Natasha hit her in the arm as they reached the cart. Steve and Clint looked at the two and their eyes widened when they saw what October was carrying. They quickly looked away as she tossed the boxes in the cart.

"What never seen a box of tampons before?" she teased. Neither of the men answered as they continued shopping.

~L~

An hour later they had everything they needed and packed the bags into the trunk. October and Natasha couldn't stop laughing at Steve and Clint's embarrassed faces as the cashier rang up the multiple boxes of tampons.

"Oh come on you two it wasn't that bad!" October said with a laugh.

"You two didn't have to buy four boxes! Are you stocking up for the apocalypse?" Clint groaned.

Natasha and October laughed again as they headed back to Stark Tower. "Just be glad Thor didn't tag along. It would have been worse!" Natasha said. October pulled into the garage at Stark Tower and as soon as she stopped Clint ran out of the car and inside.

"Was it really that bad?" October asked turning to Steve. Steve glanced at her from the corner of his eye and shook his head.

"I think we traumatized them Tober." Natasha whispered. October nodded as she started pulling bags out of the trunk. Steve grabbed the bags from October's arms and headed for the elevator just as Bruce walked over to them.

"I think we did traumatize them." October said as Bruce appeared.

"Traumatized them with what?" he asked helping them with the rest of the bags. Natasha and October looked at each other before turning to Bruce.

"Apparently they've never seen a box of tampons before." October said walking along side Bruce. He smiled and let out a laugh as they entered the elevator. They deposited the bags on the counter and table where they found the rest of the bags. Steve and Clint were nowhere to be seen which made October and Natasha roll their eyes.

"They are big babies!" Natasha said storming off toward Clint's room. October sighed and turned to the bags and began putting everything away. Bruce walked over to her and started to help.

"You really don't have to help." She told him with a smile.

"It seems as though your help disappeared. Besides I'm not busy." He replied opening the fridge to put things away.

"Thank you again Bruce." She said as they finished putting away everything. He turned toward her and nodded before slipping out of the kitchen.

October sighed and went over to the couch. She plopped down face first and kicked off her boots.

"JARVIS what time is it?" she asked the AI.

"2:15 pm." He responded.

"So that gives me a little less than four hours to take a nap. Can you wake me when it's 6 please?"

"Certainly October, have a nice nap."

October chuckled and curled into the fetal position before falling asleep.

~L~

Steve exited his room and went to find October. He knocked on her door but received no answer so he opened the door to check. She wasn't inside so he closed the door and headed downstairs. When he reached the last step he found October curled up on the couch sleeping. He smiled and walked over to the couch and sat down.

"October it is 6:00." JARVIS said.

Steve jumped at the sound of the AI's voice. A pop from his right caught his attention as October sat up and stretched. She popped her neck and neck as she stood up. She looked over at Steve and jumped.

"How long have you been there?" she asked.

"Not long. I actually came looking for you." He said looking off to the side. The cushion next to him dipped as October sat down. She placed her hand on his cheek and turned him toward her. They stared at each other for a few minutes until October started to lean forward. Steve also leaned forward until their faces were inches apart. October went to close the gap when the ding from the elevator made them jump apart. Tony strolled in and spotted the two on the couch, a grin forming on his face. Before Tony could say anything October pointed at him.

"Do not say a word." She said standing up and heading into the kitchen. Tony looked over at Steve who hadn't moved from his spot on the couch. The sound of pots and pans clinking together brought him from his reverie. Steve shook his head and leaned his elbows on his knees and cradling his head in his hands.

"Hope I didn't interrupt anything." Tony grinned walking over to the couch. Steve sent Tony a glare when a curse came from the kitchen. Steve removed himself from the couch and headed into the kitchen. Tony reclined back with his hands folded behind his head, and a big smile on his face.

When Steve entered the kitchen he paused in the doorway and laughed. October was climbing on the counter trying to reach for a can on the top shelf. She turned toward the doorway as she grabbed the can and the next thing she knew her foot slipped.

"Ah shit…" she said as gravity took its toll. October squeezed her eyes shut waiting for the impact on the hardwood floor, but it never came. She cracked one eye open and stared into Steve's blue eyes.

"Clumsy me…uh thank you, Steve." October said quietly as she diverted her eyes to the ground. Steve noticed the look of sadness in her eyes and sighed. He placed October on her feet and stepped back.

"You're welcome." He said watching her move to the stove. Steve rubbed the back of his neck as a million thoughts raced through his mind. Ever since he laid eyes on October he felt the need to protect her. When they were fighting the Chitauri he realized she could handle herself, but he still wanted to protect her; to be with her. The moment they had on the couch made him want to be with her even more. Steve's mind replayed the pained look in October's eyes when Tony walked into the room.

"Hello earth to Steve. Are you in there?" October said waving her hand in front of his face. Steve grabbed her wrist and looked at her. She looked back but diverted her gaze again. He sighed releasing her wrist.

"Sorry…Is there something you need help with?" he asked breaking the uncomfortable silence. October raised her head and motioned him over to the counter. A cutting board, knife and chicken were laid out on the board.

"Could you cut the chicken into chunks and then toss it in this pan? I'll finish the sauce and then everything will be ready." She said walking over to a bubbling pan. Steve went to work cutting the chicken while he stole glances at October's back. The leather jacket sat on the back of a chair allowing Steve to see October's bare shoulders. Steve could make out the markings of a tattoo along her shoulder blades and back causing him to set down the knife. The black ink stood out underneath the tank top allowing him to read a name on the upper portion of her right shoulder.

Jenna was the name followed by two dates. He silently read them when October turned around. He quickly went back to cutting the last chicken and carried it over to the pan. Steve slid the chicken from the board into the searing pan. October grabbed a wooden spoon and handed it to Steve as she went back to stirring the sauce. They stood in silence as they finished cooking dinner.

~L~

Dinner went by without a problem, well except for Clint and Tony racing toward the sink for some water. They were the only two who found the dish spicy whereas everyone else complained about them being babies. The cleanup was quick since October and Steve washed everything while they waited for the chicken to cook. As for the dishes everyone put their own in the dishwasher.

October had excused herself from the group as they continued watching a movie. She went upstairs to her room and flopped onto the bed. Her phone vibrating on the floor beside her bed made her groan and crawl over to it. Quickly reading the name she hit the ignore button and placed it back on the floor. She rolled over onto her back letting her head hang over the side of the bed.

"It's open." She called out as someone knocked. The door opened to reveal Steve who had a concerned look. October sighed and sat up allowing Steve to sit down. They sat in silence trying to think of what to say when October's phone started vibrating again. Steve watched October lean over the bed and plucks the phone from the floor. October glared at the name on the caller id and tossed the phone under a pillow.

"Aren't you going to answer it?" Steve asked pointing to the pillow.

"It's nobody. So what brings you here? I thought you'd want to be with the others." October said avoiding his eyes. Steve reached out and cupped October's face turning her to face him.

"Something's bothering you and I can't help but feel I have something to do with it. You haven't looked at me since…well, you know." Steve said staring at her.

October placed a hand on Steve's cheek giving him a small smile. "It's nothing that you did Steve. I-I just don't want to hurt you or anyone else again." The smile fell from her face as she closed her eyes. A few tears escaped and slid down her cheeks. Steve ran his thumb under her eyes wiping the tears away.

"October the only way you'll hurt me is if you keep pushing me away." He said.

"I'm only doing this because I care about you, and I don't want to see you hurt. I'm not exactly safe to be around especially since my telekinesis has been off lately." She said scooting away. Steve's brow furrowed at the news. He wasn't aware she was having trouble with her power, but he did remember hearing shaking coming from her room a few nights ago.

"Maybe someone can help…" he began only to stop due to the look October gave him. She pulled her knees up to her chest and ducked her head down.

"I just need some time to think. My emotions don't exactly help with controlling my power. I asked Tony to make a stabilizer for me to wear. It should help me control my telekinesis but we're not sure how well." She sighed before continuing, "Please wait for me."

Steve didn't reply right away as his brow was still furrowed. After a few minutes he sighed.

"Alright I'll wait but if this stabilizer doesn't work I will find a way to help. I promise." He said placing a hand on her knee. October looked up and gave him a weak smile, but nodded. Steve pulled her into a hug and placed a kiss on the top of her head. October weakly wrapped her arms around his waist and laying her head on his chest.

"Thank you." She whispered into his shirt. Steve heard her whisper and rubbed her back soothingly until they pulled apart.

"I'm going to get some sleep. See you in the morning?" October said quietly. Steve nodded and stood up from the bed heading for the door. He turned around only to hear the bathroom door close. Steve closed October's door behind him and went off to find Tony, a determination in his eyes.

~L~

Phew! This took me forever to type! I threw in kind of a twist and who keeps calling October? Stay tuned to find out more! I hope you all enjoyed! (Smiles and waves)