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A/N: Sorry for the massive break! I had exams and assignments, hope you enjoy this! Feedback would be great!
Before Tanaya knew it, a few months had passed and everything had settled into a routine for her. Natasha took her to school every day, unless there was an "Avengers Emergency", in which case an employee of Tony would take her instead. Her relationship with Shay had continued to improve, and Tanaya was the happiest she had ever been since her mum died. This meant, of course, that it all had to go to shit.
She and Shay were waiting together after school, with Shay seeming more nervous than usual. "Hey, I was just wondering…" Tanaya was concerned, Shay wasn't a hesitant person normally, but she tried to hide this as she waited patiently for her to continue. "Would you like to go out sometime? As in, on a date?" Immediately, a huge smile took over Tanaya's face. "Yes, I'd love that" she all but whispered. This emboldened Shay, and after a moment of indecision, she lent in and softly pressed her lips to Tanaya's.
Tanaya was giddy with happiness and returned the kiss immediately, bringing up a hand to rest behind Shay's neck. Shay pulled away gently, breaking the kiss before smiling softly at Tanaya "Natasha will be here to pick you up soon, how about we go out tonight? I'll pick you up at 7?" Tanaya nodded in agreement, and waited quietly for Natasha to come. When she did, Tanaya waved bye to Shay and quickly got into the car.
"Shay asked me out on a date." She quickly stated before Natasha could say anything. "And we kissed." A blush formed on her face when she said that, and Tanaya anxiously waited for Natasha's reply.
"Well, it's a good thing we got you those nice clothes. I'm happy for you, Tanaya." This got her a quick smile, and they continued to drive home in a comfortable silence. Before they got out of the car, Tanaya spoke up. "Can you get all of the guys to get together at the living room? I want to tell them all." Natasha nodded and sent a message.
"They'll be there by the time we are."
Tanaya took a deep breath as the lift took them to the floor, shoving her trembling hands into her pockets. Natasha looked at her sympathetically then led her into the living room, quickly placing herself onto a couch. Tanaya stood in front of everyone as they looked expectantly at her, having already organised themselves.
"Natasha said that we were going to be told something. What's up? Are you ok?" Tony quickly said.
"I'm fine," Tanaya responded reassuringly, "I just wanted to let everyone know that I was asked out on a date for tonight!" Everyone smiled happily at her, and Thor boomed,
"That is great news Lady Tanaya! When shall we meet this gentleman?"
"I am actually going out with a girl. Her name is Shay; she's the one that I've been studying with." Tanaya continued timidly now.
Tony was the first to speak up, "well, that doesn't change a thing! As long as she isn't a psycho, there are no problems here!" Clint simply nodded in agreement, along with Bruce and Natasha.
"I am sure that whatever lady has successfully caught young Tanaya's attention is quite the woman!" Thor happily said. Tanaya breathed a sigh of relief, and then turned to Steve, asking for approval silently. She didn't get it.
"You're dating another girl? How is that ok?" He stormed up to Tanaya and pushed her roughly against the wall. At this, the other Avengers quickly rushed forward in concern.
"Is this another freakish addition that came from the experiments? Did they make you a dyke? Answer me!" Everyone seemed shocked at this outburst, and finally both Clint and Thor pulled Steve away. Bruce stood in the corner, eyes closed and breathing deeply and everyone else turned to look at Tanaya.
Tears were streaming down her face as she held her hand over her mouth. Giving a disbelieving look to Steve, she sprinted off into the elevator, not wanting to stay in the building any longer than necessary. Clint followed silently after her after sharing a look with Natasha; he would make sure that she was safe wherever she decided to go. Everyone else turned their attention to Steve, who was staring at his hands sadly. Looking up, he addressed them. "Ok, I know that I was out of control. It was just a shock, and I get that I may have been too harsh-"
He gave a cry of surprise as Natasha interrupted him with a punch to his face.
"I never thought that I would say this but you, Steve Rogers are an enormous asshole!" With that, she walked off to the lobby, intent on waiting for Tanaya's return.
"Shit Cap, I knew you were uptight, but this… Fuck" Tony contributed shaking his head. "Bruce, you may want to come with me. I'm sure neither of us wants to deal with another Hulk out right now." With that, they both left the room silently leaving Steve alone with Thor, who was looking mournfully at Steve.
"Sir Rogers, I expected more from you, and I am sure that Tanaya did too. You have much to ponder." He too, walked off. Steve sat heavily on a nearby couch. I know I overreacted, I was just shocked. But I said some unforgivable things, and I am not sure whether or not I can face Tanaya just yet. I will apologise. Eventually.
