A/N: Hello my dear readers!
I apologise for taking so much time to update, I got some personal issues and I had to deal with it but it turned out to be more complicated than I thought. Anyway, I haven't forgotten all of you.
As requested by@CatDetwill( I think you changed your username as I can't found you), here is the one-shot where the reader has fluffy wings and tail and is the source of comfort of the heroes.
Hope you like it.
I'll try to update more in the next few days, probably this weekend. The final chapter of Legendary Partner will be soon published.
Thank you all for your patience, your votes and your comments, it always makes me laugh or warms my heart.
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The first time it happened, it was after Buky's nightmare.
Screams had awakened you from your peaceful slumber, and you had walked sleepily to his room, almost staggering in the corridors. When you reached the heavy door, a ragged breathing could be heard on the other side and very slowly, you opened the door of the Winter Soldier's room.
Your long feathery wings and your fluffy tail hung down lowly on the floor, showing no sign of danger in your behaviour.
'' Bucky ? '' you muttered, tilting your head to look into his bedroom.
What you saw made your heart ached and you immediately spread into action: Steve's best friend curled up, shaking with tears roaming down his face with clenched fists around his knees sat in his bed.
Out of sudden, the man hugging his knees felt long frail arms wrapped around his torso while a chest hugged his back. Everything in him told him to turn around and twist this arm, but he had heard your voice and he knew who you were. Therefore, he let you come closer.
His sobs stopped, his body stiffening at the contact while you shushed him by caressing his hair. You gently wrapped your tail around his feet while your wings embraced your forms, creating the shape of a cocoon.
For a moment, Buck thought he had met an angel and a low shaky sigh escaped his lips.
' You're okay, everything is okayBuck. ' you whispered in his ear, your face nuzzled in his neck.
You stayed like this for a few minutes.
No words were spoken between the two of you, his body relaxing gradually against your warmth and soon he detached himself from your hug and you thought he wanted some space so you stepped back, retracting your fluffy tail and wings, but he simply turned around and snuggled back into you. His metal arm brushed against your wings, nestling in your back while his face rested in your neck. He held you tightly against him, yet in a loving manner. Your hand brushed his hair, soothing him and a happy sigh left his lips. His face relaxed under your touch and you screamed internally in delight, realising you had found his soft spot and you liked the way his face was when calmness found his features. He was a handsome broken man on the path of redeeming.
His blue eyes locked with yours for a few seconds, the sparks of reminiscence of the nightmare fading away and his hoarse voice murmured a small :
'' Thank you Y/N.''
A smile reached your lips and you kissed the top of his head, the soldier falling asleep in your arms, safely nestled into your warmth, the tail wrapped against his legs with your wings encompassing your forms and brushing against his back, like a feathery blanket.
Bucky slept peacefully, without nightmares which hadn't happened for ages.
*
The second time you comforted someone, it wasn't with Bucky, but with Steve.
He had come back from a mission, bruised and tired, yet walking straight to the gym to blow some steam off. You guessed the mission hadn't gone all right and you joined him in the gym. You admired for a few minutes his muscles tighten against the hard hits thrown against the punching ball until it flew across the room and rolled down at your feet.
Your wings immediately rose up, along with your tail, and Steve quickly apologised.
" I'm sorry, I didn't see you. Are you alright? "
You brushed his worry off.
'"Yes, Steve. The real question though is: are you okay ?"
The blond man's stare hardened, looking away sheepishly while a low sight left his lips. You took his hand in yours, letting him know you were here. Together you sat down on the mat and talked. He opened up about everything, letting go of all his insecurities in this modern world, the past, Bucky, Peggy, and the oppressive feeling of being out of time and useless. You listened to his words, comforting him by patting his shoulders, brushing your fingers with his and even dared to lace your fingers with his. In the end, you opened your arms up and he immediately jumped into your arms, burying his face in your neck while your wings widened up a bit at the sudden movement. You didn't expect Captain America to jump into your arms for a hug. It was out of character, but you remembered than under Captain America was Steve Rogers, the faithful soldier trying to fit in a new unknown world.
You rubbed his back comfortingly muttering comforting words, while his hands gently touched your wings, amazed by the softness of your feathers.
' It's... so soft. Like velvet. 'he stated, stepping back from you for a moment to look at you properly.
You smiled happily and nodded your head.
' Thank you. It's a lot of work, especially after muddy missions. The feathers are sticky and dishevelled sometimes. Maybe you could help me take care of my wings next time. '
He nodded, his fingers playing with one of your feathers.
' O...Okay. Maybe, after that, I could draw you as well? '
You exclaimed, taking him in your arms.
' I'd love to !'
Then you pecked his cheek, grinning and left the gym, leaving a blushing bewildered Steve on the mat. You didn't hear him utter ' She's adorable' under his breath.
*
Tony being Tony, didn't come for dinner, and you were getting worried as you hadn't seen him for lunch as well.
' F.R.I.D.A.Y, has Tony eaten yet ?'you asked.
The A.I said sadly.
' No, Miss Y/N.'
You sighed, grabbing a plate of food and water.
' Tell me where he is, please.'
To no surprise, he was in the lab, working on a new suit, and even if yes, he was doing amazing things, breaking the veil of ordinary, he was still human.
Stepping into the lab, you scanned the area, not seeing Bruce but spotting the genius with a virtual half hand on him.
' Tony' you said, walking to him, with your platter and your tail swinging back and forth with annoy.
As expected, he continued his scientific ramble, his tiring eyes trying to decypher the source of the problem.
You said his name again to no avail and you sighed. Therefore, you put the platter on the virtual table loudly, almost giving Tony a heart attack by the action.
' Tony, please eat.'
The playboy looked at you with dark hazel eyes and licked his lips. He seemed to be analysing you, and his stare made you feel uneasy for a second.
' I'll eat on one condition.'
You crossed your arms over your chest and arched an eyebrow.
' I'm listening.'
He smirked and opened his arms up, welcoming you for a hug. You frowned, confused.
' Don't think I didn't notice you comforting Steve or Bucky. I have cameras everywhere. Now, I need comforting too.'
You rolled your eyes, giggling.
' Fine, Stark.'
And you wrapped your hands around the man, who held you tightly against him, brushing the top of your tail which earned him a groan from your throat. His hands quickly glided over your wings, enjoying the softness and he buried his face into your neck, inhaling your scent. He muttered something about ' I'm going to build an armour around your wings, for protection.'
When you stepped back, he took the apple from the platter and took a bite. Smiling, you left the lab,stating to the billionaire.
' If you need a hug or friendly comfort, just come to me, Tony.'
A small smile welcomed thebillionaire's face, while he took the time to eat, realising he wasstarving.
*
The following morning, it was Natasha who came behind you and out of sudden, giving you a small hug, pushing your tail on the side before wrapping her hands around your waist. Her chest was pressed against your back and you stood motionless on your spot, waiting for her to tell you something. The assassin closed her eyes for a minute and relaxed while you wondered how she had seen security footage of you hugging the Avengers one by one. Her face nuzzled against your wings which stood high, covering her frame. You didn't mind comforting people and therefore, you put your hands on her and squeezed softly, letting her know it was okay. She murmured a' thankyou' into your ear and walked back to the living room, leaving you standing in the middle of the corridor, a smile on your face, realising the cold-hearted assassin had a heart after all.
She may look deadly, it doesn't make her less human.
*
One hour later, Wanda knocked at your door when you were reading a book. You had spread your wings to their whole length to stretch them a bit and you tail was laying on the mattress.
'Yes? '
The young woman had come, barely making eye contact with you, shyness emanating from her. It was strange as she was one of the most powerful women you had ever seen.
'Wanda? Is everything okay ?'
She starting to play with her fingers.
' I saw in Natasha, Steve, Bucky and Tony's head that you gave them hugs....'
You chuckled.
' Nat just claimed it, actually.'
She smiled and continued.
' And I was wondering if I could have a hug too ?'
You closed your book, putting it aside and said.
' Come here, Wanda'.
She jumped on the bed and crawled her way into your arms, snuggling.
' I used to do this with my brother when I had a nightmare or when I was feeling sad.' she revealed, playing with a strand of your hair. You wrapped your wings around her frame and she sighed happily.
' If you need to cuddle or a hug when you are not okay, feel free to come to me, okay? My door is always open.' you said, happy to help a friend.
She nodded her head and snuggled into your arms.
Soon you talked about everything and nothing, from the book you were reading to boys you liked, in other words it was a good way to spend your afternoon with a friend.
*
You had offered Peter some help with the craft of flight as Tony wasn't available, but the young man wasgetting late which was abnormal, considering he was always warning you when things were off.
Standing in the fit-out gym you frowned, wondering where the spider man was. It was unusual for him to get late with no warning.
However, as you were ready to call him again, he was bursting out from the doors.
' I'm so sorry, I'm late! There was a robbery on the way and it took longer than expected. And....'
You cut him off, walking quickly towards Peter who removed his mask, letting out his dishevelled brown hair get free.
' Are you okay? Were you hurt orsomething ?'
He brushed your worry off.
' Nah., I'm good.'
Your eyes scanned down his body,noticing the redder patch on his suit and you frowned darkly.
' Peter, take your suit off.'
He stopped rambling and babbling, blushing profusely.
' Wh...What ?'
You chuckled.
' You're hurt, let me patch you up, and if you feel we can train, we will.', you said, gesturing to the right side of his abdomen.
' Oh,... alright then.'
He removed the top of the suit, the sleeves hanging low on his waist while you observed the wound, blood streaming down his skin. You pressed some bandage on it while muttering some words in an old language. Your wings glow a lighter colour, blazing lightly while a soothing warm feeling invaded Peter. Under his bewildered eyes, the wound healed thanks to your magic. Once youfinished, the skin completely unscarred, you opened your eyes to beengulfed in a hug, your wings instinctively closing around the two of you.
' Thank you, Y/N.'
His chest against yours made you blush and you tentatively wrapped your arms around his bare waist. You stayed in this position for a few minutes, enjoying the hug, until someone cleared his throat.
' If you don't mind, I'd like topractice today, lovebirds' stated Clint, sharpening his arrows with a smirk.
Peter quickly released you and mumbled.
' Sure, we can practice later. Hum... I gotta go.'
He rearranged his suit and webbed his way out of the gym while you stood frozen on place. You wondered whathad happened. Was the hug too much for him or was there more?
' So you and Peter, huh ?' said Clint.
You opened your wings and closed them quickly, sending a blast of wind in his direction, making him fall from ...the vents. You had thought he was on the floor, but no. Youheard a scream and a fall while you walked out of the room, but notbefore winking at the man.
' Jealous of a hug aren't we ?'
Then, you closed the door.
' Oh, come one! Everybody gets one except me' Clint yelled.
*
As you were sipping your hot chocolate,a booming voice snapped you out of your thoughts. You turned around to face Thor, happiness irradiating from him while Loki stood a few feet behind.
' Lady Y/N, how fare are you on this lovely day ?'
You raised an eyebrow.
' I'm good, thanks. And you ?'
He grinned and leaned closer to whisper in your ear.
' I am in need of help.'
You raised another eyebrow and inquired, putting your hot chocolate on the bar.
' What is the matter ?'
His smile grew bigger and without notice, his arms circled around your waist while you instinctively wrapped your hands around the god. Startled by the sudden approach,you half-opened your wings, raising your tail up as well while you figured he was simply giving you a bear hug.
'Thor? Are you sure you are okay ?' you asked, accepting the hug and embracing it.
His deep voice made you shiver.
' I am now.'
A genuine smile reached your lips, glimpsing at Loki who smirked at you. Next, Thor's hands went lower and lifted you by your thighs, carrying you through the living room under the bewildered eyes of the team.
Clint choked on his beer, Cap stammered ' Did he just...' whileTony whistled. A small whimper left your lips, your wings flapping the air for balance as the god turned around.
' What are you doing ?!' you shrieked, not expecting the god to carry you like this.
His smile grew darker and his storming blue eyes locked with yours.
' Now do your magic thing on Loki.' he murmured.
You countered back.
' I'm a healer and he's not hurt.'
However, the thunder god didn't hear your words as he gave you to Loki, who as soon as you were in his arms went from a grumpy mischievous god to a calm man enjoying the hug. He was supporting you as if you weighed nothing and his face was nuzzled into your neck, breathing your scent. His tensed body seemedto relax and his demeanour softened, going from' I'm going to dropyou' to ' You safely tucked in my arm, I'm holding you...forever'.
Tony Stark snickered at the scene,drinking a long sip of his beer while you gently put a strand ofblack hair behind the Loki's ear who hummed at the touch. No one had ever seen the god turned so soft and it frightened them.
However, the peaceful moment turned into something worse when Bruce stepped into the living room and watched the scene in front of him.
As you were not moving in Loki's arm,simply trying to relax despite the situation, Bruce thought the worst had happened to you. His whole body contracted and green veins appeared on his face, the Hulk emerging from Bruce mental safe cage. His skin started to become greenish while you felt Loki's entire body freeze, fear making his heart beat faster and his grip on you tightened. You detached yourself from him, or rather, you tried.
' Loki, let go, please'.
You may have thought, the fact you weremoving and not dead as Bruce had assumed so, would have stopped the Hulk to come out but it didn't. The emerald beast appeared, full of fury and anger.
'Loki,' you urged him and it seemed to snap him out of his daze. His grip softened and you took the opportunity to remove yourself from him to stand in front of the hulk. His hands tried to catch yours, to stop you from going towards the beast but it was too late. You were already in front of the supergreen human.
' Hulk, stop !'
The burning rage of the creature stopped dead in his tracks at the sound of your voice, his head slowly turning towards you, breaking the eye contest with Loki. It yelled at you, and therefore you did the same: you yelled back louder, your wings widening up behind you as a powerful scream came out of your throat which earned you dubious looks from the team. The Hulk froze, looking at you sheepishly and you calmed down. You trotted towards him, your face softening and put a hand on his. He still avoided looking at you but remained on his spot. You could hear Thor restraining Loki from coming to your rescue and he screamed when the Hulk engulfed you in his arms. He didn't squeeze, nor did he try to hurt you, he simply stayed close to you, his green eyes locking with yours. You stroke his face gently, removing his dark green hair from his face and he hummed softly at the gesture.
The concerned voice of Tony broke your daze :
' Y/N, are you alright? Do you want us to intervein? '
You raised an eyebrow at the Hulk who groaned lowly :
' Hulk no hurt Y/N.'
Tony chuckled and said., laughing :
' Alright, buddy, see you later!Don't worry, Y/N has him whipped under her finger, like of all us.',he added with a chuckle.
' I have no idea what you're talking about' said Steve and Loki at the same time.
Wanda stated :
' The Hulk won't hurt Y/N, he just wants comfort.'
Hearing this and as everybody seemed to like your hugs, you took a deep breath, closed your wings, and hugged the Hulk. Your arms barely reached his back, the Hulk sat down and you stumbled into his legs. He easily caught you and put you against his chest. The hulk hummed softly, at peace while after long minutes, he retracted back to Bruce who blushed when he saw you sitting on him.
' What happened? He had never been that calm before. What did you do ?'
He looked erratic and you rose up, offering him a hand.
' It seems my abilities are beyond healing wounds. I figured the Hulk wanted some comfort so I huggedhim.'
You shrugged while Bruce stammered.
' You... you hugged... the Hulk ?'
You nodded., stretching your wings. When you turned around, Bruce was scratching the back of his head, holding his larger pants.
' Can I have one too, please ?'
You smiled and said.
' Come here.'
And then Clint showed up whining :
' Why can't I have one as well ?'
You let go of Bruce and takes the bowman into your arms. He muttered a' finally' in your neck, hugging you tightly.
*
You stumbled into the Sanctum after Tony urged you to bring him the Sorcerer for some team strategy. You groaned as you walked into the relic room, closing your wings as much as possible to avoid touching the fragile objects. You called the man, his name echoing into the walls. No answer was heard and a low sigh escaped your lips.
' Now I have to look for him. He can be anywhere. This place is gigantic!'
As you spun around, something soft and velvet collided with you, the fabric circling you into a tight embrace and you squeaked, starting to fall on the floor as your wings and tail were taken into the ' hug'.
As you braced for impact, a shout was heard, stopping your fall into a halt.
' Stephen, thank god!'
The man shook his head, mumbling some colourful words against his relic, but the Cloak didn't release you.
You decided to tease him.
' You should make a bargain with it' you joked and he sent you a death glare.
' Or I could just leave you here. '
You shook your head, trying to get out of the relic.
' No, please. Forget what I said. '
His blue eyes locked with yours, a devilish smirk enlightening his lips and you gulped.
' How about I make a deal with you, dear Y/N. '
You whined.
' What do you want?'
His grin widened.
' Stark's secret.'
You frowned.
' Why on Earth would I know Stark's secret?! Let me go now! I don't like being confined like this.'
He tilted his head on the side.
' You're his favourite.'
You shook your head.
' Peter is his favourite, he's like his kid. Let me go now or fear my wrath!'
He chuckled, crossing his arms against his chest.
' Loki is rubbing off on you.'
You rolled your eyes and pouted.
' No, he's not.'
He chuckled darkly.
'I heard that you, how could I say that, tamed him?'
You growled.
' I gave him a hug, comfort, that's all. Deep inside, he 's a cuddler, we just didn't know it.'
He hummed, pondering about your words.
' Or there is another possibility. '
You sighed loudly.
' Stephen quit it, and free me from the Cloak!'
Except, the doctor had fallen into another never-ending monologue about the power of healing and as seconds flew, you decided it was enough. Strengthening your wings, you growled loudly, making the Cloak shiver and an idea popped into your head. You whispered something to the Cloak which stroked your cheeks lovingly in return. In one swift motion, the two of you jumped on a mumbling Stephen who, lost in thought, didn't expect his two companions to wrap him into a tight embrace. You felt him try to free himself from your grasp but the Cloak stroke his cheeks tenderly while you wrapped your wings around him. He stopped fighting and relaxed, stating:
' So that's how it feels'.
You stayed like this for a while, not noticing WOng take a picture with his phone which was directly sent to the Tony Stark who exclaimed during Fury's meeting ' I knew it, he's a soft one too!'
*
One week later, you had heard some evil rumours from the news about you among the Avengers. They had despised you from the moment you had helped during a mission, criticising everything you were doing, emphasising about your uselessness. So here you were, curled up on your bed, crying your heart out.
F.R.I.D.A.Y inquired :
' Shall I call someone Miss Y/N ?'
You didn't respond and hugged yourselftighter, the evil words of the media roaming inside your head again and again. You shut yourself from the others, your wings wrapped around yourself, your tail barely moving while hot tears streamed down your face.
Unbeknownst to you, the A.I warned Tony who immediately stopped doing his work and rushed to your room.
He gently knocked your door, however, no one answered. He put his hand on the doorknob and pushed forward, entering your bedroom.
You, who were always so joyful, happy, smiling, were today the complete opposite of the woman he knew and grew fond of. His face twitched into a frown and his hazel eyes darkened. The genius stepped into your room, saying your name gently. Your sobs stopped at the sound of his voice and you lightly openedyour wings to welcome the man.
' Care to tell me what is making you so sad, sweetheart ?'
You shook your head, closing your eyes. The man sat down next to you on the bed and tugged you into his arms, embracing you with comfort. The small gesture warmed your heart, knowing that Tony rarely opened up with people. Your hands snakedtheir way to his waist, holding him tightly against you. He brushed your tears with his thumb.
' Please stop crying, I'm not good with tears.' he confessed
You chuckled at his words and said.
' You're doing great. Just hold me, please.'
He tightened his hug and rested his chin on your head. Your face was buried in his chest, your breathing coming back to a normal rhythm, calming down.
' Of course.'
His hand brushed your hair, rubbingyour strands softly.
' I know a way to cheer you up.'
You raised your head up, pondering his words.
' You do know I'm not like your one nightstand.'
He looked at you with bewildered eyes, pretending he was offended.
' You wound me, Y/N. For who do you think I am ?'
You deadpanned.
' A playboy.'
He rolled his eyes.
' F.R.I.D.A.Y call the team here.'
He detached his arms from your form, cupping your face.
' I won't kiss you unless you want me to.' he murmured, stepping away while you reached for his warmth again.
You stayed like this for a few minutes, looking into each other's eyes, his gaze which was pouring with comfort reassured you. Soon the whole team was gathered into your room, including Loki and even Stephen.
' I'm okay, don't worry. You didn't have to call the team, Tony.'
The man released you from the hug and stated.
' You helped us with your hugs when we were feeling low, let us return the favour.'
You tilted your head to the side.
' Does this mean I'm going to have a hug from everyone?'
A crowd of smiles and open arms was the answer to your question.
A/N: Woah, 4312 words! I hope you liked it like I enjoy writing it.