#thiago strange

Stella sat in the medbay, correction, she was standing in the medbay alone with her belly out and an ultrasound machine wired upright as she swirled the wand around her round bump.

Almost 9 months.

It didn’t feel real.

Her and Steve agreed on two kids being enough.

Bradley and Kendall.

Perfect boys.

One in college and the other in elementary school.

Yes, they always imagine themselves with a big family, but with so many kids within Avengers Tower, along with their friends, two was enough.

They teased about having a daughter over the years, even joked or imagined the lovely idea, while snapping the other out of the idea.

Until, of course, a few romantic nights later, Stella found out they might be expecting and when Steve asked, if they should keep it or not…after a long couple of hours

Well.

We can already tell what the next step was.

Cut to almost 9 months later, Stella was in her 3rd trimester, doing a self sonogram of the baby when—

“There you are, honey.” Said Steve, as he stepped into the room. “I’ve been looking for you everywhere.”

“Well, here I am, goodbye now.” Stella replied blowing him a kiss as she swirl the wand against her belly some more.

“No, no, no, your not getting rid of me that easily. What are you doing?”

“Isn’t it obvious?”

He rolled his eyes, “I mean, why are you in here and not getting ready for dinner yet?”

Stella’s eyes were trained on the ultrasound machine’s screen as one hand was moving the mouse forward to get a better view of the world inside her womb.

“Double checking if everything is alright.” Stella remarked, briefly looking at his direction.

“Honey…” He began. “We’ve been over this, everything is fine. You’re okay and so is our growing family. Dr. Cho did a check up on you this week.”

“I know, I know..just, I feel like something is off..besides, Dr. Cho ain’t exactly skilled in OBGYN or General.” She recalled as she whined, “Maybe we should’ve gotten Bruce or somebody else to do it.”

“Again, we’ve been over this. Bruce is busy, and your father isn’t equipped for it. And well, uh, Thiago, is not comfortable being his sister’s doctor. So Dr. Helen Cho was the best choice.”

“I know…”

“Besides, I don’t think it’s right for you to be your primary care doctor for this matter either.”

Stella slumped knowing he had a point.

She hates when Steve has a good point and able to make sense of her situation, when she gets way too concerned or unsure about things.

And to think, he used to be the nervous one.

She remembers when he used to ask so many questions, read articles online, and even read those old school books on ‘What To Expect When You’re Expecting’.

Only for Steve to very quickly realize that every pregnancy is different and you can never be certain what you’re going into.

And he was right about that.

From their friends, like Rochelle’s twin pregnancy to Stella’s very own.

“Now, mind telling me what’s really going on. Cause I know you’re never this quiet.” Steve says putting the wand down and handing her a baby wipe to remove the gel off her belly. He continues, “Something is wrong when you’re too quiet.”

As Stella wiped off the gel, she hesitates to say it, as she knew it wasn’t something that she needed to say out loud exactly.

Since he obviously knew about their history together, and yet she wondered if he was thinking the same thing.

Stella shifted her gaze before slowly explaining her thoughts. She told Steve how worried she felt lately about the weeks leading up to birth of their 3rd child.

Because due to past events, something always happens.

With Bradley?

He was a few days overdue.

They had a birth plan, only for him to be born through a c-section, as he wasn’t in the correct position and his size was slightly on the larger side.

He also came on a hot summer morning.

With Kendall?

He was two weeks early.

Which is common, cause many babies don’t always reach 40 weeks and are born a tad earlier than that. But it was the way he was brought into this world.

In the middle of a civil war between their friends and family.

Of course, Stella felt a tad guilty and nervous about how this one would go.

Steve listened as he sighed and took his wife’s hands within his hands.

He understood where she was coming from.

He had those feelings too, he just didn’t always vocalize it as often as he should.

However, it was why he was a tad more protective and cautious of his wife this time around. Not because he was scared that she’ll break or get sick but just worried that she’ll hide behind a smile all day.

Every time she said she felt sick, insecure and or upset, he tried to make time to help her feel better.

“Sweetheart, I won’t lie, you do have a good point.” He said softly giving her hands a little squeeze, “Our kids tend to enter this world in their own interesting ways. But Dr. Cho does her monthly check ups every time she’s here and she says that we’re doing everything right.”

“But what if something happens…” She began, a slight pout on her lips.

“Like what?”

“I don’t know…another civil war, Tony and the boyd makes another murder bot..aliens have their yearly attack..or we have to attend a special event..and then boom! I’m in labor!”

He cracked a soft smile, “First off, Tony learned his lesson, I don’t know about his and Bruce’s sons, they end up making something one of these days.” He hummed, “And secondly, every time you were in labor, you weren’t alone.”

It was true.

For Bradley, she had Steve physically and Thiago in spirit.

For Kendall, she had Thiago, Rochelle, Bruce, Natasha, Rick, Tony, Pepper and even Thor showed up with gifts for the young one days later.

The whole gang showed up for that one.

Once Steve saw her chuckle, and crack a soft smile, he relaxed a bit.

“You see? We got a whole bunch of people here. If anything, we should be worried, if we didn’t have any.” Steve said leaning forward to press a soft awaited kiss onto her cheek. “Come on, they’re waiting for us.”

She turned off the ultrasound machine as she inhaled sharply, breathing deeply as she closed her eyes.

Steve stopped in his tracks seeing the discomfort displayed on her face and rubbed her shoulder, wrapping an arm around her.

“You alright?” He asked in a soft tone.

She sighed as her shoulders rolled down a bit and nodded, “Yeah, Braxton Hicks..I had one this morning while at a meeting..”

“Why didn’t you say anything?”

“You were working out with Natasha and Rochelle..”

“Right, right.”

He waited for it to pass before leading her out the door gently.

Once they arrived in the dinning room, that was basically connected to the kitchen, Liane, Scott, Thiago, Bucky, Ethan and Cassie were there already starting to eat.

Bucky claimed that Sam was out with Tony and Bruce working on some new wings in the lab, while they tinkered on new equipment.

Some of their friends and relatives were out tonight, meanwhile others were somewhere within The Tower enjoying themselves.

They greeted the pair as everyone dug in.

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As the evening progressed, some friends joined the table then returned back to their respective floors within The Tower, while others left to tuck themselves in for the night.

Thiago had a long reading session with Scott, before heading to The X-Manison together.

Ethan went to get some rest after helping his and Liane’s daughter, Bella, with homework.

Liane and Bucky remained with Steve and Stella to help tidy up while they chatted.

On the midst of a long evening, on the far along side of the building, stood a sniper watching The Avengers Tower, waiting for the next steps to call it in.

Stella was drying dishes mid laugh, “Okay, that’s not how it happened!”

“Really? So you did overuse the self tanner where you came out toasted instead of sun kissed?” Liane teased chuckling.

“Say the girl who uses self tanning cream at the beginning of every spring.”

“What? I have to make sure that I look perfect by June.”

“Pff, Steve can’t tan right, he looked like a carrot if he does.” Bucky joked snickering, as his friend send him a glare.

“The name is Captain America, not Captain Puerto Rico, Buck.” Steve remarked smiling.

“Still. Even if I can get a decent tan better than all of you guys combine.”

“We’ll see how that goes this year.”

“Don’t sweat it, Steve, Stella married you for your face, not your color.” Liane added chuckling.

“And his ass.” Stella whispered laughing.

“I married Ethan for all his ass-sets too, girl.”

“Nah, you married him more than that.”

“Touché.”

The blonde girl, Liane, winked, as Stella giggled.

“Are we just meat to you guys?” Bucky asked in mock offensive tone.

“No, clearly Sam finds every part of you attractive.” Liane sass him as she grinned. “Honestly, I don’t quite see it.”

“Your lucky your pretty and got fire powers, you know that?”

Steve shook his head and smirked, “Alright, alright, no more playground taunting for the night. If anything, Sam and Ethan finds you both irresistible.”

“You’re just jealous you’re not the only cure blonde here.” Liane says smiling as she wiped off another plate.

Stella chuckled as she rubbed her belly feeling a few kicks and along with another Braxton hick. She inhaled sofly as she pushed back it, as it passed shortly after.

“You alright, Stella Bella?” Liane asked softly.

“Yeah, just getting Braxton Hicks..this is the 3rd one this week.” Stella explained casually.

“Are those like small period cramps?”

“Sorta..some people say it’s like passing a kidney stone, similar to period cramps.”

Liane held back a smirk as she joked, “So that means Ethan has gotten to experience period cramps?”

Bucky covered his face and rolled his eyes, “Remind me how we managed to let her be friends with everyone again?”

Steve patted his back chuckling, “Let it go, Buck. According to you, Tony is worse.”

“Tony annoying, Liane is considered charming.”

Suddenly, the sound of popping hit a few ears.

Pop, pop, pop!

Along with heavy footsteps from a distance.

“Jarvis?” Steve asked looking up at the ceiling in hopes the AI answered him.

“Please tell me it’s just Magneto coming over to visit his grandchildren…” Stella murmured steadily.

Liane shook her head, “Nope..he would’ve called me or Ethan. Actually no, Charles calls, Erik just shows up tells us he’s coming and appears unannounced …”

“Ladies…” Bucky scolded them.

The doors to the elevator slid open as in walked Rumlow and a two goons.

Zola’s men.

5 people in general.

Brock Rumlow smiled seeing the picture in front of him, as his eyes turned to Bucky and Steve.

Steve stood in front of his wife, as Bucky stood between Stella and Liane.

“What happened, Cap? Not happy to see me? I thought we were pals.” Rumlow spoke looking at him and then the others.

“I thought exposure to the booming took you out.” Steve questioned.

“Wasn’t it Wanda who threw him up into the air…?” Liane recalled.

“Funny how you people forget the fact that remains of Hydra. Cut off one head, and two more grows back.” Rumlow says smiling. “Congratulations, by the way.”

“What do you want?” Bucky asked him.

“Harsh, Bucky. We go way back, I assume you’ll be nicer after teaming up with the heroes.”

“Define your definition of nice.”

“Look. I’ll cut straight to the chase, as to why we’re here. The kids.”

Stella wrap an arm around her bump as she stepped back pressing the button underneath the kitchen counter to silent alert the others in the tower they got unwanted company.

“Over my dead body.” Bucky snarled.

“Buck.” Steve began turning his attention to Rumlow. “It’s not gonna happen. You’re not taking any of my children away again.”

“3rd time’s a charm, Cap. We had Bradley hostage but The Winter Soldier rescued him and Kendall got lucky. But for your unborn baby, now that could be good use for Hydra. Especially if we get back our old friends.” Rumlow explained pointing his hands towards Liane. “Like Fire Girl over here.”

“I’m never gonna go back there.” Liane stated as her eyes turned a blazing flash of purple. “Besides, Stella got magic, she is protected.”

Stella gave a brief look to her husband.

Yes, she has magic, a sorceress, as she casted a spell over my jewelry to keep her safe. However, pregnancy tends to dampen her powers and keep her more vulnerable than ever.

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Ahh hi! 👋🏼 it’s been a hot minute since I wrote something on here! Idk if I will continue writing this but I wanted to share it with everyone 😌

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Thiago hesitates for a moment—he’s not one for indulging in playful requests like his sister Estella might—but when he looks at Marianna’s face, that sweet, innocent smile, it’s like something softens inside him. A small chuckle escapes him as he leans forward and scoops her up without another thought.

“Alright, princess.” He lifts her high into the air, watching her squeal with joy as she wraps her little arms around his neck. “Hold on tight!”

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A Quiet Reflection: 🍿

As he holds Marianna, spinning her around in a playful circle, Thiago’s thoughts start to drift. The chaos of the moment—the laughter, the squeals—doesn’t escape his analytical mind, but he starts reflecting on how much Marianna has changed him in such a short time.

A couple of years ago, he would have been too serious for this. Too logical, too focused on other things. He used to be the big brother, always looking out for Estella and trying to keep things in check when she made rash decisions or acted impulsively (and honestly, he wasn’t always the biggest fan of Steve). Estella, with her sweetness and sometimes silly nature, had always been the one who wore her heart on her sleeve, while Thiago stayed the more grounded, responsible one. It’s probably why he had his doubts about Steve when Estella fell for him.

“You sure about him?” Thiago had asked more than once, never really hiding his concern. He thought Steve’s carefree, “American hero” vibe was too distant from what Estella needed. It wasn’t until Marianna was born that Thiago began to soften. Seeing the way Steve cared for his daughter, how he was gentle and affectionate with her, made Thiago realize something he hadn't before: Steve made Estella happy.

In those early days, Thiago was still wary, but it was hard to ignore how good of a father Steve was. Slowly, but surely, his guard came down, and he started to see Steve not just as the man who had “stolen his sister’s heart” but as a genuine, caring individual. But the real change came when Marianna was born—Thiago’s world began to shift completely.

The Protective Uncle: 🧸

As Thiago holds his niece, he looks down at her little face, beaming with joy. His heart swells with a mixture of pride and love he hadn’t expected to feel. "Protect her at all costs." The thought hits him with absolute certainty. He had never promised anyone anything so fervently in his life, but with Marianna, it was different.

This tiny girl—his princess—was his responsibility now, too. He was determined to be her protector, just as he had always been Estella’s. Like it’s always been with his nephews as well.

But with Marianna, it felt more urgent, more instinctive. She was more tiny than her brothers, Kendall and Bradley, were when they were born.

Maybe it was because she was so much more vulnerable, so pure in her innocence. The thought of her getting hurt or facing hardship made his chest tighten with a protective intensity he hadn’t known he could feel.

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Thiago’s Quiet Promise ✨

Later that evening, after the family has settled in, and Estella and Steve are enjoying some quiet time together, Thiago finds a moment alone with Marianna in the living room. She’s snuggled up against him, watching the flickering light of the TV. She’s content, her small hand resting on his knee as she leans into him, her head nestled against his side.

Thiago glances down at her, unable to hide the softness in his expression. He’s deep in thought, as always, but now there’s a certain tenderness in his eyes. He’s always been the “serious” one, the one who kept his emotions in check, but Marianna brought out a different side of him. A side he hadn’t expected.

“Tio?” Marianna asks quietly, her voice so small and trusting. She looks up at him, her face filled with innocent curiosity.

“Yes, princess?” Thiago answers softly, running his fingers through her hair.

Marianna doesn’t reply with words. Instead, she raises her little arms, and Thiago knows exactly what she wants. A snuggle. He chuckles softly, lifting her up into his lap, where she curls up like a small kitten, seeking comfort and security in the quiet space between them.

“I’m always here, you know.” Thiago says, his voice low and serious. It’s more to himself than to her, but he knows she can sense the weight of his words.

He pulls her close, her little head resting on his chest as she relaxes in his arms. Thiago’s heart softens further. He silently makes a vow in his mind: No one is going to hurt her. I’ll always protect her.

Even though he doesn’t always show it outwardly, this moment—this quiet promise he makes to himself—deepens his commitment to being the kind of uncle Marianna deserves. Even if it means changing himself a little—becoming more tender, more playful, more willing to show her that side of himself—he would do whatever it took.

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Ok this has been sitting in my drafts for a while now and i thought why not post it? Anyways let me know what you think 💭

 Appearance:

Hair: Dark, chestnut brown—long with soft waves, maybe just a bit of a messy, "I didn’t try too hard but look how cool I am" vibe.

Eyes: Warm brown, almost amber in the light, with a hint of mystery. There's a sharpness to her gaze that hints at intelligence but also a bit of guardedness.

Build: Slim but athletic; she’s not necessarily super muscular, but she has the body type that suggests she’s always on the go, maybe active in a variety of ways—running, dancing, etc.

Style: A mix of laid-back, sporty, and edgy. She likes wearing leather jackets, vintage tees, and sneakers, but occasionally wears something a bit fancier when she wants to throw people off or to fit in with her brothers' circles. A bit of a “don’t care but still care” vibe.

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Personality:

* Quiet, Charismatic: She’s the type of person you notice without realizing why. When she speaks, people listen. Her charisma isn’t loud or obvious—it’s the kind that creeps up on you. She can make an entire room feel like it’s focused on her with just a subtle look or a well-timed comment.

* Bravado & Insecurity: Marianna’s been through enough to have built up walls. She has this strong exterior—she’s witty, bold, and has this "I can do anything" attitude. But deep down, she’s dealing with insecurities that she keeps hidden. She masks it all with humor and confidence, so no one really knows what she’s struggling with.

* Introverted Yet Outgoing: This is such a great paradox for her. She’s the kind of person who can walk into a room full of strangers and quickly become the center of attention—but she’ll only let certain people really in. She values her alone time, and sometimes, all that attention drains her. She has an inner world that she keeps mostly private, but her moments of connection are intense and deep when she opens up.

* Adrenaline Junkie: She thrives on pushing her limits. Whether it's something physical, mental, or emotional, she seeks out challenges—sometimes in risky ways. She probably has a love for extreme sports, fast cars, or sneaking out late at night to do something a little dangerous. It’s a way for her to feel alive and to prove to herself that she can handle whatever comes her way.

* Kind-Hearted: Despite all the bravado, Marianna is genuinely kind. She’s the type to defend the underdog, help out when no one’s looking, and do small acts of kindness that make a big impact. Her kindness doesn’t always come across immediately, because she hides it under layers of humor and toughness, but it’s there.

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Parent Dynamics 🫂

Father: Steven Grant Rogers🧢 (FC: Chris Evans – Warm, supportive, and creative)

Profession: While Steve Rogers is obviously known as Captain America, he doesn’t want that life to define his children. Before everything that happened, Steve was an art student, and he actually has a deep love for creative expression—whether through painting, sketching, or sculpture. He believes in the power of creativity and wants his kids to have the freedom to pursue their passions without the weight of his own superhero career hanging over them.

Personality: Steve is still the moral center of the family—he’s strong, reliable, and a protector by nature. However, in his family life, he’s much more relaxed and encouraging. He values freedom and individuality above all else and has always worked hard to give his children a sense of normalcy, despite the chaotic world they live in. He’s warm and patient, and while he might not always understand every choice his kids make, he supports them no matter what. He’s not pushy about following in his footsteps, and he’s not trying to recreate his own “greatness” through them.

Relationship with Marianna:

Encouragement of Freedom: Steve doesn’t expect Marianna to be a hero or to follow in his artistic footsteps. What matters to him is that she is true to herself and follows whatever path she feels passionate about. He encourages her to explore—whether it’s through art, sports, academics, or other creative ventures. However, because of his own complex past, Steve might worry that Marianna won’t have the space to fully explore who she is in a world full of expectations. He wants her to feel free to make mistakes, take risks, and grow, just as he wishes he had had the chance to do before becoming a soldier.

Emotional Support: Steve is a father who’s there for his children when they need him, offering guidance in the form of “real talk” about life, love, and finding one’s true purpose. He never pushes them to be heroes, but he doeswant them to be good, kind, and authentic people. Marianna, in particular, might have a strong emotional connection to Steve because he’s always been the one to let her figure out who she wants to be, even if it frustrates her at times.

Mother: Estella Sophia R. Strange 🎲 (FC: Anne Hathaway – grounded, nurturing, practical)

Profession: Estella is a nurse—practical, nurturing, and deeply empathetic. She’s the type of person who genuinely loves helping others, and while she’s not involved in any mystical arts, she’s deeply rooted in the real world and the tangible. As a nurse, she’s seen her fair share of suffering, and her career is one of service, but she is not a perfectionist. Instead, she’s a figure of stability, providing a calming and loving influence on the family.

Personality: Estella, is darling, emotionally intelligent, and multi-faceted. She can be warm and kind-hearted one moment, but her fierce protectiveness can cause her to snap when she feels out of control or when her family is threatened. Her temper is quick to flare, and her insecurities sometimes get the better of her, leading to moments of irrationality however her heart is always in the right place.

Relationship with Marianna:

Gentle and Supportive: Estella is one of the more emotionally available of the adults. She’s the one who will sit with Marianna when she’s feeling down or confused, offering advice with a gentle touch. Estella never tries to push Marianna in any one direction but instead listens and lets her figure things out in her own time. While she is more grounded and less likely to encourage risks the way Steve might, she still respects Marianna’s need for freedom and individuality.

Practicality vs. Spontaneity: Estella might, at times, be a bit worried about Marianna’s more reckless or spontaneous side—she’s seen the dangers of the world and might be protective. However, she knows that her daughter needs space to explore and make mistakes. Her approach is often to teach Marianna the practical aspects of life, like responsibility and taking care of oneself, while allowing Marianna the freedom to choose her own way.

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The Brothers 🚲

Bradley James Rogers🎼 (Older Brother – FC: Darren Criss / Younger FC: Asher Angel)

Role: The oldest sibling, a musical theater enthusiast with a tough exterior and a soft, sensitive heart.

Dynamic with Marianna:

Emotional Anchor: Bradley is protective of Marianna, though he gives her space to make her own decisions. His playful, theatrical side often draws Marianna in, making him the brother she can turn to for advice about love, relationships, and personal growth.

Creative Support: As someone who is deep into the arts, Bradley encourages Marianna to explore her creative side. He’s always there to help her feel validated in her expression, whether it’s through writing, acting, or any other artistic outlet she gravitates toward.

Connection: Though he can be tough on the outside, Bradley’s real strength lies in his ability to see through Marianna’s walls. He gives her the emotional support she needs, even when she’s struggling with self-doubt or insecurity. Whether they’re goofing off together or having deep heart-to-heart talks, Bradley helps Marianna feel like she can conquer anything.

Kendall Perseus Rogers 🏒 (Older Brother #2 – FC: Austin Butler / Younger FC: Walker Scobell)

Role: The ambitious and driven younger brother who’s into hockey and always striving for excellence, whether it’s in sports or personal growth.

Dynamic with Marianna:

Motivator: Kendall pushes Marianna to challenge herself, often encouraging her to take life more seriously. He’s all about hard work, discipline, and going after what she wants, but he does so with a tough love approach that Marianna sometimes finds a bit intense.

Adrenaline Partner: While his focus on hockey might seem worlds apart from Marianna’s creative endeavors, they both share a love for pushing their limits. Whether it’s taking risks or indulging in something wild, Kendall encourages her to embrace her fearless side.

Supportive with a Twist: While Kendall isn’t always the most emotional, his support is unwavering. He might not always know how to express it, but Marianna can count on him to back her up when it matters most. His ambition and drive push her to challenge herself and overcome obstacles.

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The Aunties & Uncles 🎯

Uncle Thiago Strange 🩺 (– FC: Hugh Dancy)

Role: Thiago is the calm, intellectual uncle (tio) who offers Marianna a sense of grounded support. Very much the opposite to Leo. As a doctor, he’s logical and thoughtful, teaching Marianna the importance of balance and perspective in difficult situations—he loves her to death!

Dynamic with Marianna:

Guidance with Practical Wisdom: Thiago is the one Marianna goes to when she needs clear, reasoned advice. He helps her think through her decisions calmly and rationally.

Steadying Influence: In moments of emotional chaos, Thiago is a quiet, stabilizing presence. He encourages Marianna to trust her own instincts while staying grounded in reality.

Unspoken Bond: Their relationship is built on quiet moments—sharing coffee, discussing plans for the future, or even just spending time together in peaceful silence. His support is calm but always present.

Aunt Natasha Romanoff 💋(– FC: Scarlett Johansson)

Role: Natasha is the tough-love aunt, direct and no-nonsense. She challenges Marianna to face difficulties head-on, teaching her resilience and independence.

Dynamic with Marianna:

Tough Love: Natasha doesn’t sugarcoat things. She’s blunt but always with the goal of pushing Marianna to be stronger and braver.

Adventurous Mentor: Their bond is built on shared physical activities—whether sparring or adventuring. Natasha encourages Marianna to embrace risk and not shy away from challenges.

Empathy in Action: While tough, Natasha also has a deep understanding of Marianna’s emotional struggles. She shows her strength not just in action but in her unwavering belief in Marianna’s potential.

Uncle Bruce Banner🧬 (FC: Mark Ruffalo)

Role: Bruce is Jen Walters’ (She-Hulk) cousin, and she is Leo Strange's partner, making Bruce to be Estella’s brother-in-law. His relationship with Marianna is a bit more distant, but he’s still a significant figure in the family. Bruce's connection with Marianna is more through his bond with Jen and Leo than direct blood relations, but he’s still a beloved member of the family.

Dynamic with Marianna:

Intellectual Connection: Bruce would offer Marianna a space to discuss her inner world, especially as it relates to understanding herself and her place in the family. While he’s less likely to push her to take responsibility for her actions like Maria Hill or Natasha, he would help her see her own emotional struggles with clarity and might encourage her to think more deeply about how her actions affect those around her.

Compassionate Advice: Bruce has likely dealt with plenty of personal demons (especially his Hulk side) and might help Marianna understand that it’s okay to feel conflicted, but it’s how you manage those feelings that matter. His empathetic side can help Marianna open up about her insecurities, making him a safe, calm uncle to confide in.

Subtle Mentor: Bruce would likely try not to give unsolicited advice, instead waiting until Marianna asks for guidance. But when he does step in, his advice is thoughtful and meaningful. He would encourage Marianna to accept and embrace all parts of herself, including the darker or more conflicted parts of her personality, rather than suppress them.

Aunt Maria Hill🔏 (FC: Cobie Smulders)

Role: Maria is Natasha Romanoff’s wife, and thus a direct aunt to Marianna. As a high-ranking SHIELD agent, Maria provides a grounded, strategic, and disciplined influence in Marianna's life. Maria and Natasha have built a life together, and as a result, Maria is a steady, reliable figure who complements Natasha’s more intense, hands-on approach.

Dynamic with Marianna:

Tough, Tactical Mentor: Maria is the one who teaches Marianna how to control her impulses and think strategically. When Marianna gets caught up in the thrill-seeking side of things, Maria helps her step back and assess the situation logically. She’ll teach Marianna to stay focused on the end goal, even when distractions arise.

Supportive in Silence: Maria’s love is often shown through her actions rather than words. She doesn’t always say "I love you" or express her feelings openly, but she’ll back up Marianna in any way she can—whether it’s taking care of logistics, offering advice on personal growth, or stepping in when Marianna needs a steady hand in an emergency.

Mentorship Through Structure: Where Natasha might focus more on physical endurance and emotional resilience, Maria provides structure. She’ll give Marianna guidance on how to stay organized, how to be disciplined in her pursuits, and how to approach challenges with a calm, measured mindset.

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Bonus: When Marianna was still very young, Thiago decided to mess around with her and make Stella annoyed soo...

Stella sat in front of toddler Mari and smiled, "Ma-ma, or Ma-mi. Can you please say one of the two, baby?"

Marianna nods as she giggles in response, "Pe-pa!"

"No! It's mami...wait, who told you 'Pepa'?"

"Tio!"

"Ugh, Thiago.."

Meanwhile Thiago is snickering in the living room to himself with Liane and Natasha.

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Of course we got a long list of family members but we will be here ALL day! So feel free to add onto this post with your own thoughts and additions. 😉

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But Estella was clearly too lost in the pain to even acknowledge his words. With each contraction, she gripped tighter, her nails digging into his skin, as if trying to hold onto something solid while the world around her felt like it was spinning out of control.

"Okay, sweetheart," Steve said softly, giving her hand one last squeeze before he took a step back. "I’m just going to get a drink of water, okay? Take a breather. You’re doing amazing."

As soon as he moved away, Thiago, who had been sitting quietly in the corner trying not to get too involved, saw an opportunity. Steve needed a break, and Thiago was more than willing to step in. It was time for him to show just how much support he could offer his baby sister.

He approached the bed cautiously, eyeing his sister with concern. "Alright, Estella," he said, trying to sound calm. "Let me take over for a minute. I’ll keep you steady."

Estella, in the midst of another contraction, barely registered his presence. Her hand shot out, reaching for him almost instinctively. Thiago wasn’t sure if he was ready for what was about to happen, but he was determined to help. He reached down, clasping her hand, preparing himself for the usual light pressure that Steve often complained about.

Oh, how wrong he was.

As soon as Estella’s fingers curled around his hand, Thiago gasped. It felt like she was holding onto him for dear life, squeezing with every ounce of strength she had left. And then—oh God—her nails.

The second Estella’s nails dug into his skin, Thiago’s eyes nearly bugged out of his head. A sharp, burning pain shot up his arm as her grip only got tighter. The pressure was unbearable, and he couldn’t help but let out a sharp, surprised grunt.

"Ow! Estella!" Thiago groaned, trying to keep himself upright, but it was too much. The pain was more intense than he had expected, and before he knew it, he buckled at the knees, his body folding under the strength of her grip.

With a thud, Thiago dropped to the floor, his hands still clutching her own as he crumpled to the side of the bed.

Estella’s eyes were squeezed shut, focused entirely on getting through the contraction. She barely seemed to notice that her big brother had collapsed onto the floor beside her, still holding her hand like it was a lifeline.

Steve, who had been sipping his water and catching his breath from across the room, heard the thud and immediately turned to look at what was happening.

His brow furrowed in confusion before the realization hit him. "Oh, right," Steve muttered, almost to himself. "I should’ve warned you."

Thiago, now sitting on the floor with a grimace of pain, looked up at Steve with wide eyes. "Her nails! Her nails are digging into my skin, Steve! What the hell is this?!" he snapped, trying to shake off the intense sensation that still tingled on his arm.

Steve snickered lightly, not in an unkind way, but with a hint of amusement at his brother-in-law's expense. "Yeah, I should’ve told you," he said, his tone teasing but warm. "Her grip gets way more intense when she's in the home stretch. She’s basically squeezing the life out of anything she can hold onto."

Thiago glared at him, still holding his throbbing hand. “You bluffed me,” he muttered, shaking his head in disbelief. "I thought you were exaggerating when you said her grip was... like this!"

Steve chuckled and walked over to help Thiago up from the floor. “Don’t worry, man,” he said, grinning. “You’ll survive. She’ll let go eventually. Just... hang in there.”

But Thiago was still rubbing his hand, wincing as he stood up. “Yeah, well, I’m definitely not volunteering to hold her hand again anytime soon.” He shot Steve an exasperated look before moving back to the corner of the room, shaking his head.

Estella, oblivious to the exchange, let out another groan as another contraction hit. She was still holding tight, her body tensed with the effort. Her grip was no longer just a pressure; it felt like she was pulling him down into the abyss with her.

Thiago glanced over at Steve, who had now taken his position back beside Estella, his hands steadying her once more. “You’re a saint,” Thiago muttered, giving Steve a look of both admiration and exhaustion.

Steve grinned, his eyes full of affection for his wife. “I don’t know about that,” he said, squeezing Estella’s hand again. "But I know she’s gonna need all the help she can get through this."

Thiago watched the pair of them with a small, knowing smile. Despite the pain, despite the exhaustion, Estella was surrounded by the love and strength of the two men who would do anything to see her through this moment. And for all the discomfort and chaos, he couldn’t help but feel grateful that his sister was getting the support she needed—even if it meant sacrificing his own hand in the process.

“Alright,” Thiago muttered under his breath, as Estella let out a sharp cry, signaling another contraction. “Maybe I’ll just... stick to waiting for the baby to arrive. Less painful.”

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“You sure we can’t start dinner without daddy and auntie Nat?” Asked Kendall, huffing.

“Yeah, Roch and Michelle gets to start eating.” Bradley added pointing to Rochelle and Michelle who was biting down on chicken legs.

Maria gasped, “Girls!”

Rochelle rolled her eyes, “Bradley I thought we were cool!”

“Women, I’m hungry!” Michelle exclaimed.

That’s when Steve walked into the kitchen grinning with Natasha behind him, but the second the older redhead saw the look on Stella’s face she made a u-turn back out of the kitchen. Stella wasn’t pleased. So in response, Natasha spun around and scurried off, as Maria followed behind her needing to talk to her wife. Kendall snickered sharing a look with older brother and uncle Thiago.

“Hi honey I’m home.” Steve said in a cheery tone and went to kiss her lips, but got swerved with his wife’s cheek instead. He looked at Michelle and Rochelle as he added, “Hi girls.”

Michelle snickered, “Hey Cap.”

“Hi Steve.” Rochelle added chuckling.

Finally he looked at Stella with a sympathetic look, “Sorry I’m late. Last minute I had to rush out to Jersey with Natasha and Clint to do intel repair and traffic was—”

“Oh, give me a break.” Stella replied in a deadpan tone cutting him off and mixing ingredients in a bowl.

“Huh?”

“Don’t ‘huh?’ me.” Stella continued waltzing causally around him still holding the bowl, “ You waltz in there 25 minutes late and expect sympathy? Your funny…”

Thiago smirked bouncing Marianna muttering, “Oh he’s screwed. Should we get the camera?”

Rochelle and Michelle held their laughter. Of course, Michelle sneaked her phone to record the scene secretly.

However Stella wasn’t finished as she walked around the table serving everyone their salad. She carried such sass and snarky in her movements alone as she ranted.

She cutting Steve once again and said, “I have cleaned the house. And washed and ironed your clothes, you’re welcome by the way. And ran a daycare for socially deviant children! Oh how can I forget? And missed Greys Anatomy!”

“Honey I can explain.” Steve said in a gentle tone stepped forward to the table.

“Oh I’m not done. So shh!”

Thiago bit back his laughter, eating his dinner and feeding Marianna some food off his plate.

“Ran Kendall to hockey practice, did an ultrasound on Rochelle and Michelle’s twins. Perfectly healthy, thank you very much.” She said pointing to each one of them that sat at the table. “I was lucky enough that Thiago was able to help me with Bradley and Mari today.”

Steve at this point could only listen to his wife and put his hands on his hips. He noticed how much everyone else in the room, was holding back their laughter and grins watching Stella give him a mouthful. He bet that Maria and Natasha were on the other side of the room listening too.

“Do you realize I slaved over a hot stove, for you can have a hot meal when you come home? Huh? Mhm? Hmm!” Stella exclaimed passionately pacing around the kitchen table and closing enough to her husband face.

“Honey, look, things got out of hand today and I’m sorry.” He replied, apologizing for his actions.

“Sorry? Sorry?! You hear that folks? He said he’s sorry!”

She paced away from him and began making a round toward the kitchen counter.

“Sorry? Sorry doesn’t change that my chicken tetrazzini is ruined!” Stella exclaimed taking the dish out of the oven, “RUINED! It’s all dried out.”

She once again paced around her husband and across the kitchen carrying the chicken as she continued to speak.

“But do you or Natasha have the common courtesy to call me and tell me you’re gonna TWENTY. FIVE. MINUTES, LATE? NO!” Stella said squeaking at the last part of her statement and wagging a finger towards him. “I am not an animal!”

She paused opening her mouth to speak but soon enough realized how crazy she sounded and how everyone was holding back their snickers.

Stella eyes widen as her hand presses against the back of the chair as she said, “…oh my god, what’s happening to me? I’m turning into my mother. I gotta sit down.”

Once she sat down in the chair and practically comedically deflated like a balloon in her seat, Michelle, Rochelle and others gathered finally let out their laughter.

Steve chuckled walking over as he rested his hands on his wife’s shoulder gently. “I know, love, I missed up. I apologize for that and appreciate you greatly.” He said softly pressing a soft kiss against her forehead. “And since your chicken is sadly ruined, how about I order a pizza to complete the meal?”

Before Stella can replied Kendall and Bradley exclaimed happily at their father.

“Pizza sounds good.” Rochelle replied chuckling as she noticed Michelle already took out her phone again but this time, to order.

Thiago snorted, “A nice homemade salad with classic Italian pizza? Count me in!”

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“Uh, mom why the smile?” Rochelle asked humorously as she smiled.

Nat grins as she said, “You guys are gonna love this! I found out why Stella is so obsessed with finding nice names for the twins.”

“Nat, relax.” Steve said in a calm tone, despite his amusement smile. “But I’m intrigued.”

“Well I talked to Thiago and a few other sources, perks of being a spy, and he said that Stella’s real name is Pepa.” Natasha exclaims grinning.

“Pepa?!” Yelled the Steve and Rochelle at the same time.

“I have a Tia Pepa?!” Shouted Riley in surprise and disbelief, smiling widely.

Steve spoke up, “Wait, wait that doesn’t make any sense! Her first name is Estella, not once have any other paperwork ever said Pepa.”

Rochelle raised an eyebrow, “How?!”

Natasha kept an amusing look on her face as she explained, “Well, yes her name is Estella but everyone called her Pepa because that was her second name. I swear she has two middle names after that one! This woman has a long full name I’ll tell you that. According to Thiago, she was teased by everyone in Kindergarten and begged for it to be changed to Stella.”

Steve’s expression seemed to soften at the explanation given as Rochelle smiled sympathetically.

“Now that makes sense to me.” Rochelle said after a brief pause.

“Yeah.” Steve added, “Explains why she wanted more Americanized names and names with meaning behind them for us kids too.”

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That’s when Stella walked in carrying bag of tap shoes smiling. She removed them from the bag.

“Look what I found.” She said in a sweet sing song tone, before placing them on the floor for Riley.

Riley grin brightly but there was a hint of mischief in her eyes as she replied, “Thank you for finding my shoes, Tia Pepa.”

Stella ruffled her blonde curls muttering a soft, “Your welcome.”

But as Stella turned to walk away, her brain fired up actually taking in Riley’s response. The brunette blinked in disbelief as her eyes darted over in a glare to Natasha, Steve and Rochelle.

The two redheads snorted covering their mouths trying to hide their laughter, as the blonde bit back a playful grin.

She looked back at Riley briefly as her voice turned critical and suspiciously, her eyebrows furrowed.

“What did you call me?” Stella asked.

Riley smirked, “Tia Pepa. That’s your name!”

That one line for the small blonde girl caused a ripple of laughter from Natasha, Rochelle and Steve.

However Stella pointed a finger that immediately struck the three to stop laughing, even though their smile stayed clear on their faces.

“Who told you my name was Pepa?” Stella asked, her eyes narrow and her finger pointed.

“Thiago.” Natasha answered grinning.

“He’s lying.” She quipped quickly, in a snappy tone.

Rochelle snorted and grinned similar to her mother, rubbing her belly watching the scene in front of her.

Steve smirked as his voice cut in a soft warning, “Stell.”

Stella dropped her finger and out her hands in her pocket as she muttered, “Okay. It’s…Pepa.”

That cause the trio, Riley included this time, to laugh. Stella sent that a little glare.

“Pepa isn’t just a name with meaning…but it’s my great grandmother’s name.” Stella explained in mock seriousness tone, “I’ll have you know that she was a lovely woman, who grew a garden of beans for the neighborhood back in then! Everyone ate very well those years.”

“And the name of that one character in Encanto!” Rochelle added, smiling and glancing up at the brunette. “Her mood affects the weather.”

“That too. Why do you think you did a double take when i heard her name?”

Steve couldn’t help but tease his wide as he snorted, “Fits you perfectly. Why didn’t you ever tell us?”

Stella shrugged and quickly remarked glancing over at them, “There was nothing to tell.”

“Oh really? Sounds like there was.”

“Well, growing up as a child in a mixed heritage neighborhood and going to school, you can get teased for your name. Kids are mean and insensitive!..so, well, I changed it.”

Rochelle nods in agreement and smiled sympathetically, “That I would agree with. They can be mean and cruel over something as simple as your name.”

“Makes sense why you want my grandchildren names to be nice and well thought out, huh?” Natasha asked smiling kindly.

“And why you named sure our children names have a flow to them.” Steve added grinning. “Or at least sound well with a meaningful background to them.”

Stella grinned in return of their understanding of her consistent approach towards baby names and how everyone’s name shouldn’t be criticized by the public.

However she adored nicknames and being able to play around with names whenever possible. It’s one of her favorite things.

Riley looked at her auntie still smirking as she asked, “So do you want me to call you Tia Pepa?”

Stella chuckled, “Pff! No, what am I, some kind of Salsa dancer? Come on, princess.”

The brunette tickled Riley who was sitting in Natasha’s lap and giggling at her auntie’s tickling skills.

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Just as things were rolling into a nice follow of conversation, Thiago walked in with Michelle. They were carrying a set of chicken wings and potstickers in bags, with drinks.

“What did we miss?” Thiago asked grinning broadly.

Stella eyes darted up to her brother as she glared, “Run.”

His eye widen recognizing the look on his baby sisters face and smirked. He remembered exactly what he did and honestly didn’t regret it too much, however he ran out of spite. Stella follow behind her rushing out the living room door and dash down the hallway to follow him.

Michelle roared in laughter, as yelled and quoted, “Run, Forrest, run!”

Rochelle chuckled at her fiancé and snorted, “Be nice.”

“I’m always nice, now who’s hungry?”

“I am!”

Riley grinned scurrying off the couch in excitement and hunger following her auntie Michelle to the kitchen.

Natasha and Steve shared a look chuckling.

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This time Stella took the extra pillow in the bed and whacked his chest with it, before lowering her head back on her pillow. She closed her eyes trying to act like she didn’t know what happened to cause him to stir awake.

Steve’s eyes snapped open at the sudden movement and asked softly, “What the hell?”

“You were doing a reenactment of your monologue again.” She replied, rolling over.

“Oh not again! How far did I get to?”

“Barrel of your best guys gun.”

“Damn it..”

2) The Latest Ringtone

It wasn’t any surprise to anyone, Stella enjoyed changing her ringtone to catch herself and others off guard. Last week, it was a song from an older artist. And now? Well…

Everyone was lounging around in the main room, watching tv and chatting with one another. Thiago was reading, Natasha was painting her nails and Rochelle was hyper focused on finding something good to watch.

Stella was reading an essay on Hamilton for Bradley’s homework. He wanted his mom to make sure it sounded right. She was multitasking talking to the other as her phone suddenly rang.

The ringtone caught them off guard.

‘Who’s strong and brave, here to save the American way!’

“Please tell me you’re kidding…” Thiago mumbles hearing that as Rochelle snorted.

Stella ignored him and answered the ringing phone, “Oh hey, babe. How’s every—Ooh really!”

Natasha smirked amused, “She’s not kidding. I’m actually curious to see what’s next week’s ringtone will be.”

3) Rock-a-bye Baby Lullaby

“Who’s here to prove that we can? The star spangled man with a plan.” Stella softly the only song at the moment that could get Marianna to sleep.

Usually Disney songs worked the trick or something classic like ABBA. Hell, even a romance song in Spanish did something similar. But tonight? This one seems to get the fidgety little lady to finally fall asleep.

“You know, if I didn’t know any better I’d say you missed me, my love.” Steve gently quipped from the door with a smirk.

Stella glanced up at him and smirked lightly, “And what makes you say that?”

“Just a hunch.”

“You’re home early. Mission went well?”

“Better than imagined. I’ll be having a small report to share with the rest tomorrow, for now though? I’m free.”

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It’s Valentines 💌 Day today and I needed something to post so I thought of this hehe 🤭

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OH! Stay tuned for Bradley Return To School soon