In Darkness, Be My Light

Indignation

Warning: Mentions of electroshock and depictions of abuse.

Vision endlessly paced the living room of the Compound. Tony and Senator Ross had left the building about 2 hours ago to travel to the Raft. He had practically begged Tony to allow him to go, but he insisted that Vision should stay at the Compound to keep things in check while he was gone. Of course, Vision didn't take it well, so now he has been anxiously waiting for any news about the four, mainly Wanda, that Tony promised he'd give to him. He desperately wanted to see her. He wanted to know that she was okay.

The Raft officials haven't released any information on the four, especially on Wanda. They were very secretive about her condition and Vision wanted to know why. He let his worries get the best of him. What if she wasn't okay? What if they were hiding something about her that they didn't want anyone to know? That's why he's hoping that he'll hear from Tony soon. If not, he promised he'd go in there and see Wanda for himself.

When Vision realized that he was about to go crazy from this overwhelming sense of dread, he sat down on one of the living room couches. He nervously fiddled with his hands, wondering if he'd ever know about Wanda's condition or if he'd ever get the chance to see her again. He wanted to desperately hold her in his arms and tell her how sorry he was and how much he cared for her, telling her how he would never let her be a prisoner to anyone ever again. He wanted to kiss her and whisper promises of his undying devotion to her.

He was filled with sadness when he came to the conclusion that he may never be able to do that.

Meanwhile, at the Raft, Tony and Senator Ross were about to enter the section of the Raft where the four "ex-Avengers" were being held.

Tony let out a shaky breath. This would be the first time that he's seen them since his visit last time trying to find out where Steve Rogers and James Barnes were. It went okay, but none of them were very pleased to see Tony. He doesn't know how they'll react this time, especially since he's with the person they despise the most.

The metal door automatically opened and there he saw the four of them, glaring at both him and Ross. As expected, they were not happy to see both of them. Clint looked like he was about to lose his mind at the sight. He didn't look as well as when Tony saw him last. Sam couldn't even bear to look back at him. Tony could see the disgust on his face. Scott was just surprised to see him. He looked normal, not too weird, but still worn out. And then there was Wanda.

Tony gasped slightly when he saw her. His eyes widened in shock, his mouth agape. He shook his head and swallowed hard.

Her face was so deathly pale. He was sure that he would be able to see her veins if the rest of her wasn't covered and locked up. Her hair was dry and slightly tangled. Her eyes looked tired and dark. Her cheeks were caved in more than he remembered. Was she being fed well? He shivered when he saw what appeared to be an electroshock collar around her neck. What have they done to you? The worst of it all was the bruises and dried blood that he saw on the sides of her face and down the neck that he could see. He felt like his heart stopped. Vision would've lost his mind if he saw this. Tony was sure that he would believe that she was dead if it weren't for those dreadful, tired eyes staring back at him in disgust.

The guard that was escorting them stood next to Tony. "This one won't be available for interrogation yet. I suggest you question the other three first."

Tony crossed his arms. "And why's that?"

"She just received her daily shock not too long ago so she may not be able to speak for a few more minutes."

"Daily?"

"Yes. We believe that it's a good source for... rehabilitation."

Tony just slightly nodded, disgusted that she would get this daily. How horrible is this electroshock that she isn't able to talk? God, Vision would have beat the hell out of these people.