Rdj/Tony Stark x Reader

By My Side

Tony Stark x Reader

Word Count: 3,950ish

Summary: Tony fails to show up to your plans, again. Causing you two to fight.

“Tony,” Steve said, sternly. “We need to talk.”

“I’m kinda busy at the moment, Rogers,” Tony mumbled, still working on his paper.

“Well get unbusy. I was just with Y/N and—“

That clearly got Tony’s attention, cause he was up and looking at Steve as soon as your name was said. “How is she? Oh gosh, please tell me it isn’t bad.”

“Isn’t bad? Tony, she won’t eat! She hasn’t gotten out of bed since that night!”

Tony shook his head, placing it in his hands. “I’ve screw up… I’ve screwed up big time.”

“Oh yeah you have. And you’re window to fix it is closing. I’m here to kick your ass into gear. You need to figure out a plan to fix this.”

“What do you think I’ve been doing, Rogers?!” Tony gestured to his whole lab.

That’s when Steve noticed the mess of papers everywhere. They littered every inch of every table, they were even scattered on the floor. He walked closer to a tab, picking up a few pages. They were starts of letters, ideas for how to show his love. Every idea Tony could think of to try and win you back. He just didn’t think any of them were good enough. That’s when Steve’s heart hurt for Tony.

“You understand now?” Tony quietly asked after giving Steve some time to look at the papers. “I just… nothing’s good enough. And I’m scared. I… I can’t lose her. I… well…” Tony dug into one of his pockets, pulling out a diamond ring. “I was planning to propose. In two weeks, our 3rd anniversary. But now… Y/N was right. I had JARVIS even run a check. I always leave her, without a word. I’m surprised she didn’t leave me sooner.”

“Tony,” Steve called, coming up to set a hand on his friend’s shoulder. “Yes, you screwed up. But Y/N loves you and you love her. Take it from the leading authority on missing chances. Don’t.”

“I don’t even know where to start.”

“Good thing, I do.”

~~~

The knocking on the front door of the apartment was strange. In the week you had been there, no one had ever knocked. Curious, you slowly got up, realizing how sore your body was from the curled up position it had been in as you moved to the door. You peaked through the peep hole, only to see a delivery man carrying a large vase of your favorite flowers. You furrowed your brow as you opened the door and accepted the vase. Moving towards the kitchen, you noticed a note, hidden in the middle of the flowers. After setting the flowers on the table, you carefully picked up the note.

were late, if you were even coming. Maybe you were doing what he had done to you so many times? Pay back perhaps? Still, he continued to look out the window. Looking down at it watch to see it was 7:10, the restaurant door swung open. Tony was quickly standing. There you were, in the new outfit he had bought you, hurrying towards him.

“I’m so sorry I’m late!” You were frantic. “I couldn’t get a cab, and then traffic was a nightmare! I even left so that I would be 30 minutes early, not late. I’m so—“

But you didn’t get anymore words out because suddenly, Tony was in front of you with his lips on yours. His hands were gripping onto your hips like his life depended on it. At this point, Tony didn’t care if you were here to officially end things. You had come. That’s all that mattered.

“I love you,” he breathed as you two pulled apart. Tony rested his forehead against yours. “I love you so much. And the last three weeks without you by my side as been literal hell.”

“Tony—“

He pulled back, looking into your eyes, pleading with you. “Just, please, let me finish.” You nodded. “I’ve realized something I clearly always knew, but took for granted. I can’t survive unless you’re by my side. Going on missions, traveling for the company, has always been hard. But I could manage because I knew I was coming home to you. It’s always been you. So…” Tony dug through his pocket as he got down on one knee. “This is extremely nerve-wracking for me, so please me kind.” He pulled out a ring.

“Tony!” You gasped. 

He looked up with eyes full of love, and tears. “I don’t want to spend another second without knowing that we’ll be together, forever. I want to be able to call you Mrs. Stark, pamper you with love and affection, whenever I want. I want you to be able to trust in me, to know that no matter what, I’ll be there. I want a chance to prove to you that I can be the man you deserve. So, Y/N, marry me.”

“That wasn’t a question, Tony,” you teased. “That was a statement.”

“It’s cause I’m hoping I don’t have to ask.”

“Yes, Tony.” You nodded, a tear slipping down your cheek. “I’ll marry you.”

“Oh thank god,” he said, visibly relaxing. You couldn’t help but laugh. “I was honestly a little scared there.” He slipped the ring on your finger and stood up. He kissed you fiercely, pouring every ounce of love he had into it. “Are you sure?” He pulled back. “I just want to make sure before I—“

You cut him off with a kiss. “I love you, Tony. And yes, we have to work on somethings… but I’m sure.”