"You're staring," Nat said from beside you, a hint of laughter in her voice.
You tore your gaze from where you'd been watching Thor and Steve sparring on the other side of the training room. You licked your lips and shrugged as your face heated. "So, what if I was?"
She shrugged. "I was just making an observation that you tend to get distracted whenever a certain Asgardian comes to visit."
"Shh," you snapped though you doubted he'd hear even if he wasn't otherwise occupied. He didn't pay nearly as much attention to you as you gave to him.
Nat rolled her eyes and continued to stretch. The two of you had been working out and were cooling down. Well, you were supposed to be. "I think you should tell him."
A jolt of surprise brought your attention fully back to her. "What?"
She shrugged one shoulder. "Tell him you like him. Ask him out. You guys would be cute together."
"Absolutely not." You shook your head to emphasize your point.
She nudged your leg with the toe of her shoe to make sure she had your attention. "And why not?"
You glanced over to make certain the guys were still sparring. "You can't be serious, Nat. I'm not even close to being in the same league as him." You were pretty enough, you supposed. Like everyone, there were things about your appearance you didn't care for, but Thor...Who could possibly compare with him? He was stunning. The first time you saw him you literally had to remind yourself to breathe.
"Don't give me that," you friend said, interrupting your thoughts. "You're beautiful. Not to mention funny, smart, and kickass."
You rolled your eyes. "He's a literal god, Nat. I don't compare."
She opened her mouth to argue and you held up a hand to cut her off. "Just drop it, okay? Please."
She held her hands up in a gesture of surrender. "Okay, but I think it's a mistake."
***
You should have known the moment you saw Nat and Clint whispering in the corner that you were in trouble. You also should have known that despite what she said, Nat wasn't going to let it go that easily. She never did.
Everyone was gathered in the common area eating the Chinese food that had been delivered for dinner. The TV was on but no one was really paying attention to it as everyone was chatting. These were your favorite moments with your friends. You had your legs curled underneath you on the sofa as you talked with Sam. Thor was on the other side of the room deep in conversation with Tony and the super soldiers.
"Hey, Y/N/N," Clint called and you titled your head back so you could see him.
"Yes?"
"How was your date?" The volume in the room dropped considerably as everyone awaited your response. They were all so nosy.
You scrunched your nose. "It wasn't a date."
Sam frowned. "What do you mean it wasn't a date? You were certainly acting like it. I think you made me look at six different outfits."
You shoved him and he laughed.
"Why didn't I know about this date?" Tony piped up.
You glanced over to find all four of the men frowning at you. So overprotective. "Because my dating life isn't everyone's business, that's why."
"So, it was a date," Clint said triumphantly.
You groaned and dropped your head against the back of the couch. "It's not a date if the other person never actually shows up, Clint. But thanks for bringing it up. I feel much better now."
There was a chorus of anger and disbelief from your friends before they started talking about what to do to get even with the no show.
"I do not understand," Thor said, his voice booming over the rest of the conversation. "Why would someone make a date and then not attend? It is dishonorable."
"Because guys suck, Thor," Nat piped up, making you snort a laugh. Leave it to her to say that to room full of men.
You shook your head and took another bite of your food. "He found out I was an Avenger. As much as I love this job, its hell on my social life."
While several of the others nodded understandingly, Thor's frown deepened. "Why?"
"Because I either end up with fanboys or men that don't want to date a woman that's stronger than them."
He stood then. "That is ridiculous. A man should be proud to date a strong woman. One that can not only take care of herself, but her family. Midgardians are strange. Any Asgardian would be thrilled to have you as their mate, Lady Y/L/N."
"Is that so?" Natasha teased. "Because I think Y/N has a question to ask you."
Oh god. You were going to kill her. Clint would be sad and Fury would be pissed but they'd understand, right?
"Lady Y/L/N?" Thor prompted when you didn't say anything.
You glanced down at the carton in your hand and cleared your throat. "I was wondering if you might like to go out on a date sometime? With me, I mean."
The room was utterly silent. Finally, you chanced a glance up only to find Thor was gone. You blinked a couple of times before taking in the sympathetic expressions on your teammates faces. Great. Now they pitied you.
You stood and dropped your carton on the coffee table. "Thanks, Nat. Appreciate it."
"But I—"
Clint put a hand on her arm and shook his head. Smart man.
"Y/N/N, he really—" Steve started and you cut him off.
"I appreciate it, Steve but I think I'll just go to my room if you don't mind. I've lost my appetite." Your head was down as you went toward your room. You'd almost left the common area when you crashed into a firm chest. Hands on your arms steadied you. You glanced up to find Thor smiling down at you.
"Where are you going?"
Your brow furrowed. "I asked you out. You said no."
"You are mistaken. I said nothing."
You huffed in annoyance. "You walked away, Thor."
"I was retrieving something from my room."
"Really? You thought that was a good time to get something from your room?"
"Yes, actually." He pulled a wad of money from the pocket of his jeans. "I cannot court you without the proper funds."
Your face heated. "We don't have to go out right now, Thor. I just meant at some point in the future."
"And what is wrong with right now?"
You glanced to Natasha to find her grinning. She gestured for you to go. You turned back to Thor. "Is this really happening? I mean, I asked you out and this is you saying yes, right?"
He mirrored your smile. "That is precisely what this is, Lady Y/L/N."
You stretched up and kissed his cheek. "Call me, Y/N, Thor." You looped your arm with his and leaned into his side. "All right, Asgardian. I'm all yours. Lead the way."
"As you wish, my lady."
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FanficImagines for characters in the Marvel universe. Fair warning that I am far more familiar with the movie versions than the comic versions. Enormous list of characters: Iron Man/Tony Hulk/Bruce Hawkeye/Clint Captain America/ Steve Winter Soldier...