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Arriving at Target was nostalgic. Melinda and Phil remember every time they brought another kid here. Picking out clothing, and room decor was the highlight of the first days. Natasha reminisces on when she found her first comforter. It was the first piece, the first step to feeling okay. She really hopes her parents can do the same thing for Skye.
"Ooo what about this?" Phil says holding up a Captain America blanket.
"Phil" Melinda laughs, "We're looking for a dresser and a night table."
"Yeah dad" Elena smirks, "Stay on track"
"Hey, aisle 27," Bobbi said, pointing to the sign that said bedroom furniture.
Walking in the aisle they look at all different types of dressers, night tables, desks, etc.
"There are so many options, which one to choose?" Natasha says, "Ooooo, what about this one?"
It's a nice burgundy dresser with brown trim and gold detailing. Bobbi playfully gags,"Ugh Nat, that look like it's older than Phil"
"Hey!" Phil yaps back.
"Oops,"Bobbi laughs.
"You know" Melinda adds, "Phil's not that much older than me-"
"Hey guys this one is nice '' Elena interrupts pointing to a gray wood varnished night table that has blue accents. It is reasonably priced and even has a match dresser.
"I like that too, do you think a teenager would like it?" Melinda asks.
"Yea, but do you know what would be great with it? The Captain America blanket" Phil jokes.
The group chuckles as Natasha speaks up, "I think this teen might not be as big as a nerd as you are Dad"
Phil huffs, cracking a smile. His girls are always busting on him. But he knows it is all in good fun. He wouldn't have it any other way.
"Should we get her a rug too?,"Bobbi asks in the other aisle. She is looking at the throw rugs. There are a variety of rugs of different sizes and colors.
"Ooo, what about this one?" Phil says, pointing at a blue rug with a cosmic pattern.
"Okay, put it in the cart, we've got to get her room ready before we pick her up" Melinda says, checking her watch. It's around 9 am. That gives them around 2 hours. Not too bad.
They set up the guest room grabbing the new mattress they bought and placing it down. They replace the sheets and assemble the furniture. Clint, Natasha's best friend from high school even came by to help. The other girls paint the room a light blue painting some bright clouds around the room. They finish by putting the rug down and a couple decorative items including a small tv.
"Wow this looks great guys, we can't thank you enough for helping" Melinda thanks.
Looking around the room looks amazing. Hopefully Skye likes it. Natasha and Bobbi leave with Elena to go out to lunch, promising to return around dinner if Skye seems up to it. Clint had to get back to Laura, his wife who is 6 months pregnant with a baby boy. They have been invited to their baby shower which will be in 2ish months.
Maria agreed to meet with Skye beforehand to give her a heads up on the new changes. She walks into Skye's room and chuckles seeing her reading comics.
"Now where did you get those?"
"Dr. Campbell brought them in last night for me to borrow. He has all kinds"
"Wow you are just like Phil"
Skye furrows her eyebrows and cocks her head to the side.
"He is a huge nerd, especially with Captain America"
Skye smirks remembering the times she would be at the Coulsons' diner and he would rave to her about all the comics and the memorabilia he has about Captain America. They would have multiple conversations about the comics much to May's amusement.
"Anyway, I also found you a new family"
Maria sees Skye immediately frown and shrink in the bed. Maria quickly reassures her,
"It's a great family, you know them very well"
This confuses Skye but before she can say anything Maria cuts in, "They'll be here very soon" checking her watch again, "I brought you some clothes and your bag from my house."
Skye forces a smile and mutters a thanks. Maria sighs, "I know…I know I let you down but I promise, this is a really good family"
Skye doesn't look up but grabs her bag carefully and slides off the bed. She walks to the small bathroom and changes wincing as the movements cause tenderness in her arms. She pushes through and changes into a simple T-shirt and loose fitting jeans.
Walking out she pauses as she sees who's waiting. There stands Mr. C and Melinda May.
"You look much better awake" Melinda comments. Skye can't tell if she is serious or trying to lighten the tension.
"Thanks," Skye says.
"Skye" Maria says grabbing her attention, "Phil, and Melinda have offered to foster you"
Her eyes widen and her heart beats a little faster but she makes sure to remain calm. Phil clarifies, "It's up to you though"
With all the eyes on her she feels a little self conscious. She stays with her eyes fixed on her beat up shoes weighing her options. She knows that this is probably her best option. Looking up briefly, she gives a small smile and says "Yeah, I'd like that."
"Great, well are you ready to go?"
Skye nods, getting her thoughts in order. She reminds her legs to start moving towards the rest of her stuff. Phil moves first to meet her, "I can take it if you want. The doctor says that they have a lot more healing to do. He doesn't want you to do anything strenuous."
Skye doesn't like people touching her stuff, but she wants to trust him. He hasn't given her any reason not to. And he's right her arms aren't healed, in fact they have already opened up once. The doctor said she has to be very careful.
Skye reluctantly nods, giving Phil a silent permission to grab her things.
"Skye, I trust Mel and Phil with my life. You have my number and I will check on you every week until you're comfortable."
Skye is still hesitant. She does trust Melinda and Phil but…still. She doesn't want to take any chances. She nods though to be "easy to work with" as the nuns tell her.
"Okay, so do you have everything?" Melinda asks.
Skye nods, be verbal she reminds herself, "yeah, thanks" she mumbles.
"Great, well the car is waiting" Phil chuckles helping her into the wheelchair. Yes, Skye thinks it is stupid, but they say it's hospital policy. So she sits down as Melinda wheels her out with Phil carrying her things. Maria leans down and hugs her smiling, "You'll be okay, I'm only a phone call away"
Skye nods and waves her off. Phil pulls the car up with her things already set in the back. He opens the door for Melinda and Skye. She gets up carefully and slides in. Melinda rolls the wheel chair back into the hospital before climbing in to meet Phil and Skye.
Skye is lost in thought, watching as the scenery changes rapidly. The ride to their house isn't too far. It's only around 20 minutes. As they pull into the driveway Skye sees just how big their house is. She must have her mouth agape because Phil and Melinda chuckle,
"I know it looks big, but 5 kids makes you have to renovate"
"Don't worry we have a map" Phil says grinning and again Skye can't tell whether they're joking or not.
Walking it was overwhelming. It was a big entrance. Looking around she sees the living room and kitchen. Walking into each room she notices that the kitchen and living room connect in the dining room. It's all interconnected which she thinks is cool. It definitely is spacious. There is a see through door that is closed right by the entrance with 2 big desks, printers, and other stationary items. Skye guesses it's an office. The last place they look at downstairs is a half bathroom.
They lead her to the basement, garage and the workout room. Skye seems intrigued with the workout room with all the equipment so Melinda tells herself to make a mental note to see if Skye wants to help out at the dojo. They walk back upstairs and show her the stairs both by the entrance and the living room. Skye looks around in the chill room and then they move to the bedrooms.
"This is our room, don't hesitate to grab us in the middle of the night, or anytime if you need anything" Melinda says, "This is Natasha's room, Wanda and Pietro's room, Robin's and last but not least Elena's room. This is your room, it was a guest room, but Natasha and her wife Bobbi as well as Elena helped to get it all set up today."
They open the room leading and Skye's shocked. It's a light blue paint with clouds, and beautiful furniture.
"What do you think?" Phil asks, nervous.
Skye's never had a room that was inspired by her. The room was great too, big, spacious. The closet was even painted a darker blue to contrast. What does Skye say? It's great….It's amazing…
"We will be going shopping with you tomorrow so that you can fully make this room yours" Melinda says.
"And if you're up to it, Natasha, Bobbi and Elena wanted to come over for dinner." Phil says.