Daisy and Natasha didn't return to the house until lunch time. Daisy looked a lot calmer but had quite a few leaves in her hair. "Hey, Barton do you need any more firewood? I kind of knocked over some trees." Daisy commented. Natasha smirked and gave Daisy a pointed look. Daisy dejectedly says "OK I made a new small field."
"You ok Daisy?" Laura asked as she was finishing up making lunch for everyone.
"Yeah. I am much better now. Don't worry I just need some time every once and a while." Daisy said. She forgot that some of her scars were showing. The kids ran in down the stairs knowing that lunch would be ready soon. When Cooper spotted Daisy's back he stopped and stare at them.
Daisy suddenly felt Cooper's stares and quickly said to hide her discomfort "It is not polite to stare. If you have a question ask it." Her voice was emotionless as she hid the pain of memories from the scars she knew that the young boy were looking at.
Laura looked at Cooper disappointedly and says "Go wash up for lunch. You will need to apologize to Daisy before you eat."
Cooper looked down at his feet and says "Sorry Auntie Daisy."
Daisy froze at the young boy's words and looked at Natasha for reassurance. Daisy's breathing had quickened as the words sunk in. Daisy forced herself to nod.
Daisy heard him run off as she turned away. "I am going to go change shirts," Daisy mumbled to Natasha. Daisy quickly ran upstairs while the kids were washing up. She had slight bruising on her arms from when she had not quite released her powers in time. Natasha followed after and hugged Daisy when she caught up with the girl. Daisy held onto Natasha tightly and did not shed a tear.
Natasha sat Daisy on the bed and grabbed the shirt that Daisy borrows a lot. She took off the tank top and put the new shirt on. Natasha realizes her scent to calm her omega as she says "Hey, my omega, I love you and your scars. You do not seem to be bothered by mine. Let Clint's family in. They will take care of you." Natasha whispered gently in Daisy's ear. Daisy calms down as her alpha's scent consumes her.
"I-I just don't like people seeing my scars. I-I just can't talk about them without being sucked into the memories." Daisy said without looking up. Daisy took a deep breath and slowly got up. "We can at least go eat lunch for now," Daisy said gently.
Natasha nods and grabs Daisy's hand. They went downstairs to the kitchen to go have lunch. Laura smiled at the duo.
Daisy went and sat at the table. She relaxed into Natasha's touch as she sat down next to her. Natasha smiles at her and asks Laura "What is for lunch?"
"Well, we are having sandwiches and mac n cheese. Daisy, it was very kind of you to cook breakfast this morning. Clint cooked lunch. I will be cooking dinner tonight." Laura said gently.
Daisy nods. "I can help you cook later if you want some help," Daisy said quietly. She was more than willing to throw herself into the tasks around her than deal with her problems.
Laura smiled and says "I will let you know if I need help."
They finish eating about half an hour later. Natasha and Daisy take up the plates and began to wash them. Laura had tried to stop them but noticed that the pair had their minds set to do the task and was not going to take no for an answer. Clint led Laura away.
Suddenly Daisy tenses while washing as Cooper gently touches the exposed skin on her arm. Daisy's breath hitches and she closes her eyes to regain composer. Natasha instantly noticed Daisy's discomfort through their bond as well as through her body language and says "Cooper, Daisy doesn't like to be touched."
"Oh, sorry Auntie Daisy." The young boy said while looking down. Daisy opens her eyes and looked at Cooper. Her eyes softened slightly at the sight of the innocent young boy.
"It is ok Cooper. Now, why were you trying to get my attention?" Daisy said after a minute.
"May I ask about your back?" Cooper asked curiously as he looked up at Daisy with curious eyes.
Daisy tensed and instantly seemed to withdraw. "Nope. It is a very personal and painful story that I would rather not talk about." She said emotionlessly.
"I am sorry if I brought up any bad memories," Cooper said sadly.
Daisy just nods and didn't look at the Cooper as he walked off dejectedly. Natasha instantly wraps her hands around Daisy's waist and e the back of her omega's neck. Daisy sighs and relaxes as Natasha's touch drove the memories out of her mind. She turns back to the sink and continues to clean the dishes. Natasha smiles and goes back to drying the dishes.
