Professor Romanoff

Chapter 48

Here we are, five minutes away from Nat's parents house. I was exhausted from our long drive, but also pretty awake due to the nerves of meeting the people that raised my girl.

Nat was rubbing comforting circles on my thigh, trying to ease the uneasiness I was feeling. "It's ok baby. I promise they'll love you so much!" She cooed. "You're just saying that to make me feel better," I countered. "I'm not. I know them and I know you'll fit in great." I grumbled an 'okay' back, turning my gaze back to the window.

Shortly after, we were pulling into the driveway. A white Subaru and red pickup truck laid there; I assumed the Subaru is Yelena's because it just screams her. I turned to her with a smile, and she gave a reassuring one back. "Let's go baby."

Tasha squeezed my thigh one last time before getting out the car, coming over to my side to open the door for me. I smiled gratefully, kissing her lips in thanks. Then, Nat grabbed our suitcases from the trunk, not allowing me to help in any way like usual.

I took one final deep breath in before Nat knocked on the door. Literally a second later, the door swung open, revealing a tall, gruffy man.

"Natasha!!" The man squealed, pulling her into a big bear hug. "Jeez lay off old man. I still need my lungs," Tasha joked. "Sorry, I'm just so excited to see you," he apologized before turning his attention to me.

"Ahh and you must be the girlfriend," he questioned. "Yup that's me sir," I responded, giving him a big smile. "We'll you get a hug too," he decided, also pulling me into his strong grip. I was taken back by the sheer force of the hug, but I returned the gesture as best as I could considering my arms didn't fit all the way around.

"Alright that's enough Dad. You're gonna kill her." He let me go, patting my back with a look of slight regret. "Right sorry about that. I'm hugger. The names Alexi, but come inside. I'll introduce you to Melina." He said, opening the door wider for us.

Nat once again, lugged both of our suitcases in, setting them by the door when she saw, who I assume to be her mom, approach us. "Oh my sweet Natasha, you're home," she cooed, squeezing her in a gentle hug. "Wow you're practically glowing! I bet it has something to do with a certain someone," she teased, meeting my gaze.

I smiled bashfully at the woman, " Oh I don't know." She laughed, "I'm serious darling! She's got these rosy cheeks!" Natasha swatted her hands away from her face, "Ugh stop you're so embarrassing." I giggled, loving to see Nat get all flustered by her family.

"So nice to finally meet the girl who's made our Natasha so happy," she said, going in for a hug as well. My nerves instantly dissipated with how welcoming her parents have been. Now, I wonder where the blonde is.

As if she heard my thoughts, she came barreling down the stairs, meeting my gaze. "Y/NNNN!!!!" She squealed, running full speed towards me, jumping into my arms. I laughed, stumbling back a bit. "Hey Yelena. I missed you!" "God me too," she replied.

I heard Nat mumble something, probably jealous of the attention I was giving to her sister. Yelena released me from her hold and I was quickly brought into Nat's side immediately after. Yup, she was definitely jealous.

"Natasha, why don't you two bring your luggage up to your room and when you both come back down, the table will be set for dinner," Melina said. "Sure we'll be right back," Nat responded, leading the way upstairs.

Once we got got to her room, I smiled at all the photos placed around the room. It was decorated differently than her apartment, so I could only assume she hasn't been home in a while.

"Cute room Tasha," I said sincerely. "It's outdated, but I love it nonetheless," she responded. After a few kisses were exchanged, we both went back downstairs to meet up with her family.

The sweet aroma of beef stroganoff filled my nostrils, making my mouth salivate. "This looks and smells amazing," I complimented Melina once we got to the table. "Thank you dear. It's a Russian classic," she stated.

"akh, togda ya znayu, chto eto budet zdorovo," (ah, then I know it'll be great) I responded. I saw her look at me totally shocked. "Natasha, ty mne ne govorila, chto ona govorit po-russki," (you didn't tell me she could speak Russian), she squealed. "Dumayu, eto ne prishlo mne v golovu," (guess it didn't cross my mind) she mumbled.

I giggled at the interaction, knowing the only reason Nat didn't tell her mom was because I'm her student. "I officially give you the stamp of approval Y/N," Melina smirked. "Glad I have it," I responded cheerfully.

We all turned our attention back to the food on the table, but not before Yelena gave me a small wink and thumbs up. I chuckled, cutting my beef, shoveling it slowly into my mouth.

After we finished eating, I gathered up all the plates, taking them to the sink to be washed. Melina protested, but I was stubborn, and insisted that I clean up since she prepared such a lovely meal. Reluctantly, she agreed, following Alexi and Yelena to the living room to find a movie.

Natasha had her arms wrapped around my waist while I cleaned, kissing my shoulder occasionally. I love being domesticated with her, it makes me so happy.

Once I finished dishes, the two of us walked to the couch, me on Nat's left with my legs sprawled out on her thighs. Her parents smiled over at us before hitting play on the TV.

I snuggled up closer to Nat as she placed a blanket over the two of us. And that's how we ended the night, all of us cuddled up on the couch together.

A/N

Games coming up next chapter, so what do y'all want to see them compete in? I'm thinking outside games, like corn hole.