Framed

Hidden Away

2016, Task Force building, Berlin, Germany

In the control room, Everett issued urgent commands, his voice laced with authority. "Evac all civilians. Get me a perimeter around the building and gunships in the air."

Natasha's tone was sharp as she addressed Tony. "Please tell me you brought a suit," he responded with characteristic wit, his words tinged with sarcasm. "Sure did. It's a lovely Tom Ford, three-piece, two-button. I'm an active-duty non-combatant."

Sharon sprang into action, motioning for Tony and Natasha to follow. "Follow me," she commanded, dashing past them with purpose. Elsewhere, Sam pursued Ruby up a stairwell, determination etched on his face as he closed on his target.

Meanwhile, Steve and Bucky embarked on a perilous ascent, beginning their climb up the elevator shaft with grim determination. On the ground floor, Marni stalked through the building with predatory grace, dispatching guards with efficiency.

Amidst the chaos, Tony donned his tech glasses and sought cover behind a pillar, his focus trained on the unfolding conflict. Natasha's voice crackled over the radio, her tone firm and determined. "We're in position."

With swift precision, Tony activated his wrist control, transforming it into his Iron Man glove. He unleashed a stun burst at Marni just as she was about to shoot a guard, momentarily incapacitating her. Seizing the opportunity, Tony lunged forward, firing another blast at Marni, who skillfully evaded the attack.

In a blur, the two engaged in a fierce exchange of blows, each combatant unleashing their full arsenal. Marni fired her gun, but Tony swiftly deployed his Iron Man glove over the barrel, deflecting the bullet. With a swift motion, he disarmed her, wrenching the gun loose.

As Sharon rushed to join the fray, Natasha followed suit, both women launching a coordinated assault against Marni. They exchanged kicks and punches, but Marni was a formidable opponent, effortlessly flipping Sharon head over heels and sending her crashing onto a nearby table.

Undeterred, Natasha pressed the attack, leaping onto Marni's back and wrapping her legs around her neck in a desperate attempt to subdue her. With a fierce determination, she slammed Marni onto another table and tightened her grip around her throat, her voice tinged with frustration and disbelief. "You could at least recognize me."

T'Challa emerged seemingly out of nowhere, his presence commanding as he swiftly intervened, delivering a powerful kick that sent Marni flying off Natasha. Engaging in a lightning-fast exchange of blows, T'Challa demonstrated his formidable combat skills, landing precise kicks and punches with remarkable speed and agility.

Despite her resilience, T'Challa maintained the upper hand, effortlessly dodging her attacks and delivering punishing blows of his own. However, Marni managed to land a counter punch, momentarily staggering T'Challa before he quickly regained his composure.

With determination, Marni rushed up a flight of stairs, but he was hot on her trail, leaping from level to level with remarkable agility. He swiftly vaulted over a railing, positioning himself directly facing Marni.

 T'Challa executed a series of nimble spin kicks, attempting to gain the upper hand by grabbing Marni's metal arm and attempting to twist it. However, his expression shifted to one of concern as he realized the arm's intimidating strength.

Undeterred, T'Challa threw Marni backwards, the two tumbling down the stairs in a flurry of motion. They quickly resumed their intense fight on a small landing, with his leg sweep sending Marni hurtling over the railing.

Without hesitation, T'Challa leapt down after her, but as he landed in the wide reception area, he found it eerily empty. Scanning his surroundings, he remained vigilant, ready for any sign of his elusive adversary.