So...it's been awhile, hasn't it? Well, school is really interesting. I could have left this on a hiatus, but I had a snippet of inspiration today! Anyway, SNOW WHITE AND THE HUNTSMAN! The only reason I watch is to see beautiful Chris Hemsworth and his Scottish accent hahaha! I apologize for the delay, but one of my classes may or may not help my writing and make it "sing" haha Also, apparently I was an idiot and didn't realize the Skrulls could shape shift...so I made a correction. My friend pointed it out to me and I did a face palm. Technically, Skrulls didn't work for Thanos either, so I'm going all AU on this b*tch haha! Hope you enjoy! Thanks to guest for the review! :D
Chapter Fifteen
They were sitting in a ballroom. People milled about around them and Willow spotted Thor among the crowd. Loki sat at her side and scanned the room as well.
"What's going on?" Willow wondered and Loki turned his attention to her.
"It is a celebration for Thor," Loki replied in dry tone.
"What exactly is it for?" Willow wondered, looking around for clues.
"Thor has a daughter," Loki answered and as he said it, Jane Foster came into the hall, holding a bundle in her arms. Brynja and Ragnar ran over to their parents and stood at their side.
"Could we have a younger sibling?" Ragnar asked. It caught Willow off guard and surprise flashed in her eyes for a moment. Loki, of course, didn't show how he felt.
"It is entirely up to your mother," Loki replied, as if it wasn't a big deal.
"We'll talk about it," Willow said and gave Loki a look. Why would he not care?
Ragnar dragged Brynja away into the crowd before Willow could protest and Loki merely laughed at her.
"It's safe here," Loki stated and Willow rolled her eyes.
"Your definition of safe is not the same as mine," Willow pointed out.
"You are unfamiliar with the realm," Loki retorted playfully and looked away.
"So, you don't care if we have another child running around?" Willow wondered, trying to catch Loki's attention.
"Quite honestly, I do not, but it is your decision," Loki explained, finally meeting Willow's gaze.
"You're strange," Willow said and then grinned.
Bruce shook Willow awake in the guest room she inhabited. She looked down at her ring and sighed.
"Fury wants to talk to us before we head out," Bruce said and Willow nodded, sliding off the bed. She sat there for a few moments to collect her thoughts and go through the dream she had. If Loki was controlling the dream, why would it be about that topic? With a sigh, she decided to stand up and meet Fury, as Bruce had said.
They were in the Avengers tower and the room Willow found was a conference room with the SHIELD insignia on the table. Tony, most likely, had no say in the matter. As Willow took a seat, she noticed everyone was there, even Thor, who looked at her strangely.
"Earth is threatened once again. Thanos was spotted in downtown, no far from here. I need all of you to get out there and deal with him, even you Miss Crecy. You're an Avenger now and you will act as such," Fury stated, looking at Willow directly. She nodded slowly and then bowed her head. Looking at Fury made her uncomfortable. He then turned his attention back to the team and relayed information to them.
Willow walked behind Bruce as they went to suit up. Natasha pulled Willow aside and guided her to the women's locker room to get her suit.
"Why do you like Loki?" Natasha asked suddenly as she led Willow to the lockers.
"I'm not entirely sure, but I do know that it's his fault I'm in this situation. If I had it my way, I wouldn't even be here," Willow explained.
"You may be Clint's cousin, but that doesn't mean I like you," Natasha said and stopped at a small locker. Willow opened it to find an interesting outfit. It was nothing like Natasha's uniform, but it was slightly similar. It was practically a long corset that extended to her waist and then opened to show leggings. Leather boots were in the bottom of the locker and it made Willow grin. When she had donned the outfit, she looked at herself in the mirror and smiled. She felt like she was ready to kick ass. The final thing she had to do was to unfurl her wings. Her muscles twitched as she felt her wings move slowly. The more Willow unfurled her wings, the less painful it was.
Natasha was outside the locker room when Willow emerged. She looked over Willow's outfit and then led her to the vehicle everyone was taking. Tony was already in his suit, Thor was standing next to him, Bruce was waiting in the car quietly, Steve was also in the car, and Clint looked like he was waiting for Willow. Upon seeing her, he walked over.
"You look…different," Clint noted and Willow shot him a grin with her fangs showing.
"Are we ready to leave?" Willow wondered, looking to Steve, who was leaning out of the car.
"How exactly do you plan on fighting?" Tony asked suddenly, his voice sounding robotic because of the suit.
"I can snap necks and run my hand through a person's chest. I think I'll be okay," Willow mentioned and Steve had a disturbed look on his face.
Those not able to fly, got in the vehicle, while the three who could fly went ahead. Tony led the way to the destruction zone and Willow's eyes widened upon seeing the wreckage. Skrulls were everywhere and they were harassing people, who fled in droves. Thor lit up the sky with lightning and thunder to strike the Skrulls as Willow watched with a slight grin on her face. She waited as Tony zapped Skrulls and then began to descend. The Skrulls were shape shifting and one that face Willow sprouted wings. She lunged toward it and reached her claws out to reach into its chest, but the Skrull avoided her and she growled in frustration. /universe/Skrulls
Tony, sensing Willow's distress, blasted the Skrull, and Willow gave him a nod in thanks. On the ground, Willow spotted Thanos and just as she was about to head toward him, she spotted the carrier. The rest of the group landed and evaluated the situation. Thor and Willow dropped down to join them.
"What is going on here?" Steve asked, gazing up at the sky in horror. Skrulls were laying waste to the city.
"They can shape shift to gain their opponents abilities. So, you'll probably see a bunch of them with wings around here," Willow figured with a shrug.
"We must take care when dealing with the Skrulls," Thor advised. Everyone nodded and dispersed to fight the Skrulls.
"Are you alright?" Clint asked Willow as he walked by.
"Yeah; just beaten up a bit, but I'll be fine. Don't worry about me so much," Willow assured him and took off. She dodged flying Skrulls and ran her hand through a few chests before going for Thanos. In his gauntlet, he had two gems. Willow knew she'd be able to distract him and let Clint and Natasha take the gems.
Landing a few yards away, Thanos smiled at Willow.
"Have you come to die, girl?" Thanos sneered.
"No," Willow replied simply and walked toward Thanos, her wings still at her side. Then, in a sprint, she charged at him. Thanos dodged and swung his fist at her back. Willow gasped and her adrenalin kicked in.
Spinning around, Willow flew up a few feet and kicked Thanos. He grabbed her foot and threw her to the ground, creating a crater. Groaning, Willow got up and rolled before Thanos could punch her. Clint appeared with Natasha at his side and they nabbed one of the infinity gems. Sidetracked, Willow didn't notice Thanos. He grabbed her and with his other hand, he pulled at her wing. Willow cried out and beat on his fist. Natasha was going to get the other gem, but Thanos noticed. He lashed out at Natasha and then a Skrull stabbed Willow. While yelling, she plunged her hand through its chest and then stumbled, trying to stay upright.
The world had gone blurry and Willow let her body hit the crushed cement. It was hard to keep her eyes open and as she went under, all she could think about was the one person who would be upset.
Clint saw Willow attempt to stumble her way forward and when she fell, he ran toward his cousin. The Hulk sauntered over looked at Willow.
"Willow, can you hear me?" Clint asked, lifting Willow's head slightly. She didn't respond and that's when Clint began to panic.
"Her wing," Natasha pointed out, "Thanos pulled it and a Skrull stabbed her with something. I think it was too much for her."
"We have to get her back to the base," Clint said in a tone of worry.
"My brother would be able to heal her," Thor said, landing a few feet away.
"Willow isn't safe with him," Clint argued.
"We have to do something," Natasha stated with a hand on Clint's shoulder.
"Fine, we'll take her to Chicago," Clint gave in.
Willow woke, lying in a comfortable bed. At first, she thought she may actually be dead, but she opened her eyes to find herself in a different room. As she sat upright, the door opened. Loki entered with an unreadable expression on his face.
"I see you are finally awake," he mentioned and Willow nodded.
"Where am I?" she wondered, looking around the room.
"You are back at the hotel, but in my room. Mimi doesn't know you have returned and I assumed you required peace and quiet," Loki explained and Willow smiled.
"What happened?" Willow tried moving her shoulder, but a sharp pain shot up her back.
"The Avengers brought you here because you were seriously injured. My pathetic brother persuaded them, but I am thankful they did. SHIELD would only study you and let you perish," Loki explained, taking a seat in a chair close to the bed.
"Did Thanos get away?" Willow asked, placing her hands in her lap.
"I told you not to get involved, Willow, and this is what happens. You shouldn't have gone," Loki said in a low voice.
"The Avengers have one of the infinity gems that Thanos found. He only has one on his gauntlet," Willow explained and Loki stood up, approaching the side of the bed.
"You were the distraction, I imagine," Loki assumed and Willow nodded slowly, watching Loki. He sat down on the side of the bed and looked at Willow.
"Someone had to bait him," Willow rationalized.
"And you volunteered for the task." His tone worried Willow. She met his gaze cautiously and shivered under his touch. His hand was at her cheek and he pulled her closer. Loki held her chin and kissed her, placing a hand at her waist, and drawing her closer. Willow was sore from her injuries, but Loki wouldn't release her. The wound in her side flared up and Willow cried out. Loki gazed at it and Willow felt the pain subside.
"There are only two infinity gems left," Willow said suddenly and Loki moved away.
"You've been keeping count?" Loki was amused.
"Thanos has one and there is one yet to be found," Willow continued.
"Why are you trying so hard to distract me?" Loki saw through her idle chatter.
"I'm tired and worn out," Willow admitted and let out a heavy sigh.
"Then I will leave you to your rest," Loki replied and left the room.
What did you think of the dream? Awful? Cute? "Why in the world would Willow want to have another kid?", etc. Willow getting hurt= her lack of experience. Stay tuned for the next chapter!
