my people skills are rusty

Key to the Garden

(Completed)

Dark!Wanda Maximoff x Fem!Reader, Dark Witch!Tony Stark x Fem!Reader, Dark Witch!Helmut Zemo x Fem!Reader, Dark Witch!Sam Wilson x Fem!Reader

Intro

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

Part Five

Part Six

Part Seven

Part Eight

Part Nine

Part Ten

Part Eleven

Part Twelve

Part Thirteen

Part Fourteen

Part Fifteen

Cut Your Teeth

Dark!Steve Rogers x Fem!Reader, Fem OG Character x Fem!Reader

Intro

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

Part Five

Part Six

Part Seven

Part Eight

Part Nine

Part Ten

Part Eleven

Seduce and Destroy

Dark!Thranduil x Fem!Reader

Intro

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

Part Five

Part Six

Part Seven

Part Eight

Part Nine

Part Ten

Shallow Waters

(Completed)

Dark Biker!Tony Stark x Fem!Reader, Dark Biker!Bucky Barnes x Fem!Reader, Dark Biker!Steve Rogers x Fem!Reader

Intro

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

Part Five

Part Six

Part Seven

Part Eight

Part Nine

Part Ten

Part Eleven

Part Twelve

Part Thirteen

Part Fourteen

Part Fifteen

Part Sixteen

Part Seventeen

Part Eighteen

Part Nineteen

Part Twenty

Part Twenty One

Run Into Trouble

Dark!Bandit Tony Stark x Fem!Reader

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

In My Heart, In My Head

Fae!Bucky Barnes x Fem Fae!Reader, Dark Fae!Steve Rogers x Fem Fae!Reader

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

Part Five

Part Six

Wicked Games

Dark!Tommy Shelby x Fem!Reader

Part One

Part Two

Part Three

Part Four

Part Five

Part Six

Part Seven

Part Eight

Part Nine

Part Ten

Part Eleven

Part Twelve

Part Thirteen

Lost In Your Current

They had kept you in the medical room for days after you gave birth. You could tell Tony was getting stiff sleeping in the recliner next to the bed. But you knew it was unreasonable to think he would leave you and the baby alone. Not when you were not in your own room without nurses constantly coming in to check on you. When you had suggested moving back to your room yesterday, Tony cut it off quick. Not until they said it was okay. Nothing was wrong, just precaution; medically and to keep both of your heightened hormones isolated from the others.

No one had come to visit the baby. Tony had shut down that down and told the doctor no visitors.

You were growing restless with only the TV and breastfeeding occupying your time.

<><><>

The isolation did not falter when you were moved back to your room. You did not leave for anything – meals, socialization, walks…

You were being driven crazy. It had been over a week and a half since you had seen anyone, save Tony, medical staff, and the baby. You were on edge, feeling irritable that Tony was forbidding you to leave and also not allowing anyone to visit. He was tense, hovering around you. He was overbearing but this was taking the cake.

The irritation finally bubbled to the surface when he was fussing with your blankets for the umpteenth time.

“Will you just stop?” you said sharply.

Tony stilled, his eyes snapping to meet yours.

You glowered back at him, even though deep down, a voice was scolding you for being short with your Alpha when he was only pampering.

Leaning in, Tony asked in an unnervingly calm voice, “Excuse me?”

Ignoring the small voice inside, you returned irritably, “I’m fine! I don’t need you buzzing around me! I want some space! And all you’re doing is invading mine!”

He was staring at you in disbelief, and you crossed your arms defiantly. But broke eye contact. Too far to stare him down any longer, that nagging voice said.

Suddenly, he snapped his fingers in front of your face, causing you to jump.

“That’s what I thought,” he sneered. Cocking his head, he said condescendingly, “Now, how about you explain to me what your issue is instead of throwing a tantrum.”

Your face began to tighten up at his tone, and he snapped at you again. Frustration brewed under your skin at the infantilizing gesture.

“Without the attitude,” Tony ordered.

“I want to go outside!” you complained. “You’re keeping me locked in here! I’m sick of it!”

“For your safety!” Tony retorted, looking bristled by the accusation.

“I haven’t seen the sun since we came back in here!”

“You need shelter until you’re ready to be out with her. You are still heightened. It can cause problems.”

You shot a look at the crib where she was still sleeping soundly. Part of you at this moment resented having to think about her. Simultaneously, you felt guilt for thinking and feeling that in the first place. She was your baby. You wanted to be around her but not in confinement. If you could only get him to see it would be for the better to allow you out. He had to see how much it meant to you. If you were going to take care of her, you needed to be well yourself.

“I’m fine now—” you started to argue.

He cut you off, “I said no, omega.”

“I don’t care! It’s not just for me, it’s for her too!”

Tony was staring at you, his jaw tight, and silent. You shrunk back seeing the expression on his face. You had pushed him too far.

Straightening up after a few moments, he told you forcibly, “I find out you left the room, you’re not going to like the consequences.”

He turned on his heel, heading towards the door.

You sat up and protested, “Where are you going?”

“To get you the doctor,” he said over his shoulder, keying in the pin for the door.

“But—”

He had already left and the door slid shut behind him.

<><><>

He was not gone for long. When the door slid open again, you sat up again anxiously. The doctor was in tow and you sensed some irritation on her part. Tony was still tense and came to stand next to the bed to be by your side, facing her with a defensive air.

She stepped closer as well and cleared her throat. “Tony tells me something is wrong. How are you feeling?”

It felt like this was a trap and you looked up at Tony, catching his attention.

Impatiently, he gestured towards her, “Well, go on.”

“I… I want to go outside,” you told her meekly.

The doctor shifted her gaze to Tony for a moment before telling you, “That’s not an unreasonable request. Is that what is making you upset?”

“Yes.”

“You don’t feel irritable about anything else?”

You shrugged.

She revised, “You don’t have any negative feelings towards the baby? Towards Tony?” You faltered, thinking of a short while ago when you were upset that you had to consider her. The doctor noticed and said more softly, “It is okay if you are.”

That moment of doubt should not define everything.

You shook your head, “No. I just feel cooped up. I want to see my friends. I want them to see her.”

“Proud of her, are you?” the doctor lightly joked. You nodded and she said, “You should be.”

She came closer, pulling a device from her pocket. Tony was watching her and she noticed the tension in his frame. “Temperature,” she said in explanation. He gave a stiff nod and she leaned in, running it along your forehead. It beeped and she hummed in approval. Slipping it back into her pocket, she pulled out another one. “Hormones.” To you, she said, “Your neck.”

You moved so she could access it. She ran the small device over your mating mark.

“Hmm, a little elevated. But that is expected. Far better than she was a week ago,” she said more to Tony than anything.

“You can read that?” you asked curiously. You had never seen or heard of that type of technology.

“Mhmm. Tony?”

Tony held out his wrist, and she waved it over him as well.

“A lot more elevated,” she commented and Tony scoffed slightly. “But again, expected. And lower than before.”

She stepped back, clasping her hands in front of her. “I don’t see any issue with the two of you wandering around the grounds. As long as it's not too strenuous for Y/N. But if you’re concerned still, I can ask them to make sure there’s quiet space and one on one visitors to begin with…?”

You gave Tony a hopeful look.

He rubbed the back of his neck, sighing gently before saying, “Yes, I would like the latter.”

“S/O?” you questioned.

“Yes, that’s fine.”

The doctor nodded, “Okay, I’ll ask them to clear the gathering space on the west side now. The one with the large windows. It’s got the patio. And I’ll let them know you want to see her.”

“Right, thank you,” Tony told her.

“You’re doing great, Y/N,” the doctor directed at you before giving you a smile. “But take it easy. You’re still healing.”

When the door closed behind her, you threw the blankets back and immediately Tony said, “Now hold on.” You frowned, stilling your movement as he crouched down to get to eye level. He gestured between the two of your eyes, “Eye contact. You feel anything at all, you tell me. And if she gets fussy? We are coming back here to give her quiet space. You understand?”

“Yes, alpha,” you said quickly. You were anxious to get going.

Tony still looked unsure but stood up, allowing you the space to get out of bed.

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You had chosen a light green onesie for her and a white beanie, going back and forth between options. She needed to look her best. Tony had helped you get her swaddled properly on your chest, his hand resting on her head for a moment before he stepped back. He moved over to the supplies and picked up the sunscreen.

“You both can’t go out without this,” he informed you.

He was gentle applying it to her, careful to not get it near her eyes. He was just as gentle with you, locking eyes with you for a moment. You gave him a thankful smile and he leaned in, giving you a quick peck on the top of your head.

As the two of you walked down the hall towards the room the doctor had mentioned, Tony stayed close, a hand across you, resting on your hip lightly to keep touch on you. He encouraged you to take it slow, be easy on your body, it was not a race. He was right of course; you were still sore and would be for awhile.

In the room, you saw the patio door was open and made a beeline for it. Stepping out into the sunshine caused you to smile widely. Tony was still at your back, and you could feel his nervousness. You settled down into one of the patio chairs, adjusting to get comfortable with her. Tony dragged the chair beside you to the other side of your chair, inhaling deeply. He had moved it so when he sat down, he was facing the door instead of having his back to it. He tapped his fingers on the chair, waiting impatiently.

“It might just be us. She could be busy,” you said softly.

“Well, hopefully not. You were looking forward to it,” Tony answered.

The two of you fell into silence. As the minutes passed on, you rested your head back, closing your eyes. It felt good to bask and not be stuck inside four walls.

You were roused from light sleep hearing footsteps approaching. Your eyes popped open and you craned your head to see over your shoulder. A grin came across your face seeing S/O walking towards you with a double stroller. She looked just as happy to see you and put some pep in her step to get over to you quicker. She swooped down to give you a hug, insisting you did not have to stand.

“Oh, look at her!” she gushed, leaning forward to peek at your baby. “She’s so small still!”

You shared praises for the other’s babies for a few minutes. Her twins were growing quickly and had their father’s eyes. You were thankful that you would have a community here and have other children around for your own to play with.

You took notice that Tony had sat up straight and was pinned on the doorway. You followed his gaze and saw Rhodey was standing there just inside the door. He was keeping his distance. Tony stood up, turning to you to ask if you were okay. You nodded and he walked off.

To S/O, you also shrugged, “He probably needs to visit too. But I am comfortable he’s staying over there.”

“Probably for the best,” she agreed, playing with your baby’s fingers. “So, how have you been getting along? Breastfeeding coming along okay?”

<><><>

Tony came up to Rhodey and Rhodey said, “Staying back.”

With a light snort, Tony said, “Appreciate it.”

“You’ve been isolating.”

“Had to.”

“I know. But, I’m glad to see you’re out.” He paused and then said, “They’re not going through with it. They need us and we all refused.”

Tony knew exactly what he meant.

“I’m sure that’s going over well,” Tony muttered.

“Natasha and Carol are more upset about it than others. But, I know Everett gets it,” Rhodey said. “He didn’t lose anyone. Not like us. He’s expressed empathy. And I think he’s got to know a losing battle when he sees one.”

“He’s a smart man.”

Hesitantly, Rhodey ventured, “You still thinking of leaving?”

Tony’s gaze slid over to where Y/N was sitting with their child and her friend. He watched her smile, looking bright. She was happy. And that made him calm.

“Nah. I don’t think so. I was… riled up. It’s safe here. And there’s good people here.”

Rhodey looked relieved and gave him a nudge with his shoulder. “I think you mean great people. I am standing right in front of you.”

That got a chuckle out of Tony.

<><><>

Tony reached up, brushing along the side of your face. You smiled at him, leaning into his touch. You were both lying in bed under the covers, the soft night light illuminating on the ceiling. The baby was asleep again. One big thing you could be thankful for with her was that she was a good sleeper and a good eater. You hoped that would keep up.

“You mean everything to me, omega,” Tony murmured. You kissed his hand, snuggling closer. His hand fell down to your hip, caressing slowly. “You wanted to stay.”

It was not a question.

Your brow pinched, wondering what he was referring to.

“Here. I mean. Like… you wanted to stay here. When Bruce and I were talking a few weeks back.”

Oh. That.

Unsure of where this was going, you shrugged. “I mean… I want to be where you are, alpha.”

Tony’s lip curled, a half smile. He pulled you gently closer, his hand still tracing light circles on your hips. Your faces close, he stared into your eyes.

“And I want to be where you are. But I want that place to be somewhere we are safe and happy. You’re happy here. I can see that,” Tony said quietly. “And if you’re happy, then that’s what matters. I don’t want that to change.”

He was saying you were going to stay. That made your heart swell. You leaned forward and gave him a kiss.

“Thank you, alpha.”

“Of course, love.”

He kissed you tenderly again, his arm slipping around you to cradle you close. All your negativity fell away, feeling the warm buzz of adoration blooming for him. He would always do what was best for you. The bond between the two of you hummed with desire and love.

Tony pulled away, kissing your forehead before resting again. You followed suit, laying your head back down on the pillow to look into his eyes once more.

“Thank you for being good for me. You please me,” Tony praised. “And so does she. You did such a good job, omega. You. Me. Her. And I can’t wait to continue growing our family.”

You were excited about that too.

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