Fear & Desire - Legacies (book 2)

Happily ever after?

You all made your way towards the wedding reception where the room had been transported into something straight out of a fairytale. Sev jumped out of Lokis arms and practically sprinted towards the huge cake that was centrepiece of the biggest table alongside a champagne tower. Loki sped up his walking to stop her from doing something that would result in the cake falling on the floor but you stopped him.

"But she—" Loki began.

"Just watch her." You smiled watching her simply observing it in awe. Noticing Sev, Natasha made her way towards her, crouching down so she was Sevs level.

"You were the best flower girl." She praised "would you like some cake?"

"Natasha it's fine she'll have some with everyone later." You insisted.

"It's only really for her and the few other kids anyways." Natasha assured, grabbing a plate and a knife.

"Well at least go cut it with her." You nudged Bruce who sprang into action, standing next to Natasha. Grabbing the camera Tony had, you quickly snapped a picture of them both cutting the cake before handing a slice to Seven.

"Right little princess, let's get you sat down." You spoke, walking towards one of the tables with chairs, Loki following behind you. The three of you sat down together whilst Natasha and Bruce had their first dance to Etta James, At last. It was beautiful. You had never seen Natasha so content, so happy. You turned to speak to Loki only to be greeted by an empty chair. Looking forwards, you saw his hand out, waiting for you to take it.

"Surely you're not making me get up to dance?" You giggled.

"Up" Nat ordered, looking up from where she was nuzzled in Bruce's shoulder.

Sighing over dramatically, you took Lokis hand, spinning in his hold as he lead you towards the dance floor. You wrapped your arms around the back of his neck as his hands found your waist. You both then began swaying with one another, sated in each others embrace. Something you never thought you'd live to see was you and Loki dressed as if you were going to war whilst dancing so sweetly together. It was almost amusing.

More guests began to arrive such as Clint's wife who brought along her children allowing you to relax whilst Sev played with them.

"Hi" you greeted his wife before hugging her.

"Hey y/n." she smiled back.

You looked towards the children playing together before spotting Clint. Heading towards him, you stood next to him, nudging him with your side.

"Hiiii dad." You teased.

"Y/n." He nodded.

"How are you Clint? Keeping well in your old age I hope." You tittered.

"Watch it" he laughed "so you're a mom now?"

"Seems so."

"They grow so fast." He sighed.

"They do." You agreed watching Seven.

"My advise, cherish every moment y/n. Before you know it their childhood is finished and they're demanding money for college."

"Will do." You both laughed before you spotted Bucky nursing a whiskey next to the open bar. When his gaze caught yours, he winked whilst you stood straighter, saluting him. You made your way to him whilst he ordered you a drink. Once you reached the bar, he handed you a pornstar martini. "You know me so well soldier." You chuckled. You both spoke for a while until Bucky changed the subject from mindless gossip to something more serious.

"I don't think I ever truly thanked you y/n."

"Thanked me?" You questioned.

"For loads of things including letting me take you on that date all those years ago. But most importantly, for forgiving me."

"Mmm, don't mention it." You replied prompting him to laugh. "I don't think I ever said thank you either." You added.

"For what?"

"For sacrificing yourself for me."

"Don't mention it." He repeated your words before hearing the music changing to something more upbeat. Standing up, he grabbed your hand. "Come on y/n." He cheered before dancing to More than a woman by the Bee Gees. Giving in, you started to dance too, attracting the attention of other guests who stood up to dance.

"More than a woman, more than a woman to me." Bucky sang, spinning you around as you laughed. Seeing Loki still sitting down, simply observing everyone, you made your way towards him.

There are stories old and true

Of people so in love like you and me

And I can see myself

Let history repeat itself

Reflecting how I feel for you

Thinking 'bout those people then

"I know that in a thousand years, I'd fall in love with you again." You sang looking at him as you pulled him up to dance.

The songs continued to play, drinks continued to flow and everyone was beyond happy. Hearing Saturday Night playing by Whigfield, you left Clint's wife side and ran to one side of the room, grabbing Sevs hand and then the other side to grab Lokis. Once you had them both, you insisted that they dance. You quickly taught them the dance, giggling when Sev picked it up quicker than Loki who kept jumping at the wrong time. Eventually they both had it. The three of you danced whilst the people looking clapped.

Changing the music back to The Beegees, hearing Stayin alive playing, you danced like no one was watching, so carefree. It inspired Loki to dance as carelessly too. When Seven started moving too, you and Loki each held a hand, swinging her in the air. Seeing Thor watching the three of you, you stride towards him, forcing him to stand, placing his hands on your hips as you swayed, prompting him to break out into a smile and dance as well. When Earth Wind and Fires let's groove began to play, you gasped as Thor took over the dancing. Looking at Loki you smiled.

"He wasn't always the serious future king you see now." Loki grinned. Before you could even reply, Thor was twirling you around before letting you go and swapping you for Seven.

After a while, you and Loki sat down, speaking with one another before super freak started playing which ended in you dancing rather provocatively infront of Loki. Soon after, Natasha called everyone outside to throw the bouquet of flowers she had before leaving for her honeymoon. Seeing the flowers heading towards you, you caught them before gasping and looking at Loki who didn't share your excited expression. Instead, he turned around, walking back inside. You didn't think too much of it. You couldn't. Maybe that's not how your story ended. Maybe this really was Nats happy ever after, not yours or maybe this was the happiest it would get. You had to be content with it.

A/N: We've reached the endddddd 🥺🥺 I of course have one last book for this planned if that's what we want - I say planned but I've got like one sentence 🤣🤣 thank you so much for reading this fic it means the world to me. Hope you enjoyed!!!