Fated Marks

Chapter 100 Part 2-

Third Person’s POV- Undisclosed Location

The normally quiet halls of the vault made it so every step Hadrian took echoed throughout the facility.

The look of pure rage on his face sent any agents who looked his way running in the opposite direction. He turned and walked into what was nicknamed the cold room.

“Who the hell do you think you are?!” he yelled pushing Rumlow into the wall.

“Hadrian that’s enough!” Alexander Pierce said walking in with the rest of his security team. The Winter Soldier walked in behind them and sat down in the chair waiting to be debriefed. “I gave the order.”

“We agreed…” Hadrian started.

“I agreed,” he corrected. “That you can deal with your sister as you see fit but that was before you put in jeopardy everything we have been working towards. You’ve anger and vendetta towards your sister is making you sloppy. We lost the Novograd base, you left loose ends, and the Avengers are getting close. We are months away from completing Project Insight and your recklessness has put that all at risk. Your petty grudge match against your sister ends now.”

“What’s that supposed to mean?” Hadrian asked.

“Soldier, mission report.” Pierce ordered.

“Target was hit but not taken out.” The soldier answered.

“You failed your primary mission directive.” Pierce said. “Why?”

“There was interference by two individuals. Target was not alone as previously thought. One of them flew chased after me” the soldier said.

“Flew?” Rumlow asked.

“He had a hammer.” The soldier answered.

“Thor.” Pierce said.

“And the other one?” Hadrian asked.

“He had blonde hair, athletic build, he was fast and strong. He tackled her out of the way. The bullet only grazed her.” The soldier said.

“Rogers.” Hadrian said. “Their sticking close, closing ranks.”

“They’ll be too worried about keeping Calliope safe to focus on us. As of now she and the avengers are off limits.” Pierce said.

“Sir that is the wrong move.” Hadrian argued.

“Are you disobeying a direct order?” Pierce said sternly.

“With all due respect sir, Hadrian’s right.” Rumlow said.

“And why is that Agent Rumlow?” Pierce asked.

“This was caught on the security camera’s outside of Hanson’s room.” He said flipping his tablet so he could see the security feed of Hayley walking into the room after all the Strike agents left and how she came back moments before she arrived.

“Hanson has kept quiet, he hasn’t even said a word and Fury sent his best interrogaters. Why would he say anything to Calliope?” Pierce asked.

“We don’t know but this was taken an hour before Hanson’s family disappeared.” Rumlow said.

“No one knows how to disappear faster than Calliope.” Hadrian said.

“The Avengers can still be of use to us. They are still off limits but she needs to be eliminated. Do what you have to do.” Pierce told Hadrian. “Have the Asset looked over and put back in cryo.”

“Actually sir, I’d like to have him on stand by.” Hadrian asked.

“I don’t need to remind you that the longer he’s out of cryo the more unstable he’ll be. It’ll be even worse if he encounters Rogers.” Pierce said.

“He won’t be going after Rogers.” Hadrian said with a smirk.

Hayley’s POV-

The list of potential candidates was short because Shield was just starting off. But then again this was just a proposal maybe this isn’t even the final list. There was only one way to know for sure.

“Hayley.” Tony called out as he walked into the lab where I had been living for the past four days.

“Yes?” I asked.

“You’re still down here?” Tony asked.

“There’s still a sociopath out there with a terminator like sidekick who wants me dead.” I said. “I don’t think I’m going to be going anywhere for a while.”

“Hales it’s New Years Eve.” Tony said. “We need to celebrate.”

“In the past three weeks, I got my sister in law killed, gave up my nephew who I had just found out even existed, Clint got stabbed, Josh died, and Will wants nothing to do with me. There’s nothing for me to celebrate.” I said.

“Baby, I know things are bad and that you’re trying to stay focused on taking down Hadrian but you need a break. You haven’t been out of here in days. This is the first time in days you’ve said anything to anyone and you’re speaking in Spanish.” Tony said.

“No I’m not.” I said.

“Now you’re not.” Tony said. “Look it’s still early you can go upstairs, shower, nap and then later we can go to the party.”

“What party?” I asked.

“The party I throw every year for New Years.” Tony said.

“Tony.” I whined.

“Please for me?” He asked.

I closed my eyes and threw my head back sighing. “I’ll take a break but I’m not really in the mood for a party.” I said.

“It’s not a big thing just a few people.” Tony said helping me up.

“I’ve heard that before.” I said walking into the elevator.

“Oh come on you love New Years. Last year you were out until four.” Tony said.

“Yeah because Will and the dog walker made us do a pub crawl.” I said.

“Have you heard from him?” Tony asked.

“They buried Josh yesterday morning. And had a wake at MacLaren’s. Tess asked me to go but, I wasn’t going to risk it. Took care of all the funeral expenses and also took care of Will’s rent and bills for the next six months so he has one less thing to worry about.” I said.

“I’m sure he would have preferred you actually showing up.” Tony said.

“No he wouldn’t. Besides Hadrian isn’t beneath showing up and killing someone at a funeral.” I said. Not that I’d get that far before someone shot at me. The ghost missed once, I don’t think he’ll do it again. I don’t think they’ll let him miss again.

“Has he called?” Tony asked.

“Still haven’t gotten my replacement phone so I wouldn’t know if he did.” I said.

“That’s what I’ve been forgetting.” He said pulling out a phone from his pocket. “The newest version of the stark phone. Isn’t going to be out for another four months but figured you could use an upgrade. For starters it’s waterproof, scratchproof and drop proof. Essentially unbreakable.”

“Can it block a bullet?” I asked making Tony frown. “Too soon?”

“Get some sleep.” He said hugging me and kissing the top of my head.

“I’ll try.” I said walking out of the elevator. I took a quick shower and then got under the covers. Of course the only thing that I could see when I closed my eyes were the files I had spent the past four days reading or hacking my way into.

After an hour of tossing and turning I got up and walked to the bathroom to splash some water onto my face. I looked into the mirror and opened it to see the sedatives I had been prescribed before. I squeezed my eyes shut and took a deep breath before closing the mirror and walking back to bed.

“Can’t sleep?” Clint asked making me jump a bit.

“Shit. You and Nat really have to stop sneaking up on me.” I said sitting down.

“Stark finally got you out of the lab.” Clint said.

“Don’t think it’s really helping considering the only thing I see when I close my eyes is every file I’ve read over the past four days.” I said.

“Just laying down is good.” Clint said moving closer. I gave him tired smile before lying back next to him. “You want to tell me what’s really bugging you?”

“I think it’s easier to name what isn’t bothering me at this point.” I said. Clint rolled onto his side and pulled me into a hug

“So I looked into getting a contractor up to the house to fix the giant hole in the ceiling…” Clint started.

“And?” I asked.

“When I retire I should look into getting a contractor license.” He said making me laugh.

“I could see that. You wearing a tight t-shirt, a tool belt and boots…” I said.

“You put a lot of thought into that.” Clint said.

“Says the guy that can’t stop smiling when he sees me wearing nothing but his old flannel to bed.” I said making him grin.

“It looks way better on you than it ever did on me.” He said rubbing my back.

“Flirt.” I said curling up to his side suddenly feeling really sleepy.

“Just being honest.” He said running his fingers through my hair as I started drifting off to sleep.

The next time I opened my eyes Clint was gone but Natasha was siting next to me running her fingers through my hair.

“I was just about to wake you up.” She said.

“Well keep that up and I’ll be back asleep in a minute.” I mumbled.

“It’s time to get up. We have a party to get to.” Natasha said.

“I just want to stay in this nice comfy and warm bed.” I said hiding my face in the pillow.

“Tony’s throwing a party.” Natasha bribed.

“Not really in the mood to celebrate.” I said. “Besides it’s not exactly safe for me to leave the tower.”

“Which is why the party’s upstairs.” Natasha said making me crack an eye open.

“The party’s here?” I asked.

“The caterer’s already set up, the bar is stocked and guests should start arriving soon.” She said.

“Mh.” I groaned. “What’s the point of New Years anyway? It’s just the last day of the year. No actual special meaning. It’s not even a real holiday. And before you say you celebrate the year that just past and how great it was…” I ranted.

“This year was great because I, all of us, finally got to be with you.” Natasha said leaving me speechless. “It’s our first New Years together and Tony’s not wrong in trying to make it special.”

“Oh.” I said not knowing what I could say to beat that. Instead I sat up and leaned over to kiss Nat. “I’m guessing you already picked out a dress for me?”

“It’s hanging on the door.” She said with a smirk.

“You guys set this all up didn’t you? Tony dragging me out. Clint lulling me to sleep. You persuading me to go to the party.” I said.

“Sometimes you need a little help taking care of yourself.” Natasha said.

“Love you.” I said hugging her. She moved out of the hug and held onto me tight as she gave me a passionate kiss leaving me breathless. If that doesn’t say I love you I don’t know what does.

“ty moy svet.” Natasha said.

“What’s that mean?” I asked and she just smiled.

“I hung up your dress and the shoes are right under there. You should wear a slip under, it’ll make it more comfortable with all the sequins.” She said giving me one last kiss before walking out.

“Hair up or down?” I asked.

“Down.” She called over her shoulder.

I smiled before getting out of bed and opening up the closet door. Hanging on the door was a short gold sequin body con dress that was very shiny. Under it were some gold pumps gave me a foot cramps just looking at them.

I looked through my drawers until I found a lace slip that wouldn’t be too long for the dress before slipping it on and getting dressed. When I was done I took one look in the mirror before walking out.

“Jarvis take me upstairs.” I said.

“Yes Miss Adams.” Jarvis answered and the elevator started moving up.

“Actually stop.” I said and the elevator stopped instantly.

“Miss Adams you’re heart rate is elevated.” Jarvis said.

“Do you calculate the probabilities and likelihoods of certain outcomes?” I asked.

“That is in my capabilities though Mister Stark normally chooses to ignore those calculations.” Jarvis said.

“I need you to run something for me and it stays between the two of us.” I said.

“Of course.” Jarvis said.

“What are the odds that no one else will get hurt if I continue to go against Hadrian the way I have?” I asked.

“I am afraid the odds are not favorable.” Jarvis said.

“Give me the number.” I said.

“There is a three percent chance that this situation can be resolved without further bloodshed.” Jarvis said.

“And if I just turned myself over?” I asked.

“Miss Adams I believe…” Jarvis started.

“Jarvis just give me the number.” I said.

“Five Percent.” Jarvis said.

“I’m starting to see why Tony normally ignores the odds.” I said.

“While that may be true, Sir and his fellow Avengers have faced and overcome worse odds and so have you Miss Adams.” Jarvis said.

“What do you mean?” I asked.

“The odds of a young girl surviving, on the run with little to no resources and no assistance while being hunted down by someone older, stronger and well trained are calculated at less than one percent but you overcame those odds and you did not just survive, you thrived.” Jarvis said.

“Thank you Jarvis.” I said. “Now you mind opening the doors?”

“Of course, enjoy your night.” Jarvis said as the elevator dinged and the doors opened to reveal the party at full swing. Tony sure does know how to throw a party.

Tony was at the bar with Rhodey, Pepper and Daniel. Thor and Clint were talking to some people while playing darts and Steve was talking to someone he seems very familiar with up on the balcony. I spotted Natasha by the bar and figured getting a drink to start off the night might be a good idea. I walked over and took a seat next to Bruce.

“Small party huh?” I said.

“When has Tony ever done anything small?” Natasha said.

“Nanotech?” I answered making Bruce chuckle. Natasha smirked and shook her head before putting a red drink in front of me.

“Drink.” She said.

“What is it?” I asked.

“It’s good.” She said. I lifted the glass up and took a sip.

“Fruity.” I said.

“You’re in a better mood.” Bruce said.

“That nap really helped.” I said.

“Sunshine!” Tony said coming over

“The moods gone.” I said annoyed. “I thought we agreed you were never going to call me that again?”

“No promises were actually made.” Tony said hugging me. “You look amazing.”

“Thanks. Rhodey, good to see you.” I said hugging him.

“Good to see you too. This one been keeping you busy?” he asked.

“That works both ways.” I answered.

“How’s Will doing?” Rhodey asked it felt like I got punched in the gut.

“He’s dealing with some things.” I said taking a sip of my drink. “Probably watching the ball drop from his apartment tonight.”

“Well say hi to him for me.” Rhodey said.

“Course.” I said politely as I watched Clint and Thor start a game of pool. “Now if you’ll excuse me I’m gonna go keep Clint’s ego in check.”

With that I walked away ignoring the concerned glances I knew Tony, Natasha and Bruce were sending my way.

I walked up to Clint and Thor’s table and the exact minute Thor shot the ball in a way that made it bounce off the table and up towards me. I caught it with one hand surprising both of them.

“I think you need to go a little easier when you shoot.” I said putting the cue ball back on the table.

“Clint was showing me how to play the game of pool.” Thor said.

“I bet he was.” I said. “How about some pointers?”

“That would be much appreciated.” Thor said.

“Okay first put the cue ball down and move so you can aim. Now lean over slightly, move this down slightly and shoot.” I said. Thor hit the ball and it shot the ball right into the hole.

“Ha!” Thor cheered.

“You’re a better teacher than I am.” Clint said.

“You taught me just fine.” I said.

“Hayley.” Steve said coming over with someone I had never met before.

“Hey you.” I said hugging him.

“I wanted you to meet someone. This is Sam Wilson.” Steve said.

“Nice to meet you.” I said.

“Same to you.” He said giving me a huge smile. “Steve can not start talking about you.”

“Oh really?” I said looking at Steve who was blushing bright red. “All good things I hope.”

“Oh for sure.” Sam said.

“How do you two know each other?” I asked.

“We met on a jog.” Sam said.

“Oh you’re ‘On your left’ guy.” I said.

“You told her about that?” Sam asked Steve.

“It might have come up.” Steve said.

“Don’t feel bad Sam, We’ve all tried and failed to keep up with Steve.” I reassured him.

“I have not.” Thor said.

“Flying doesn’t count.” Clint corrected.

“Nevermind.” Thor said making everyone chuckle except me. I should be happy, I’m surrounded by the people I love and who love me back but I couldn’t shake that nagging feeling in the back of my head that something wasn’t right.

“I’m gonna step out for a sec.” I said walking out to the balcony. I opened my phone and scrolled through the photos. I saw some from Christmas, Some from Pepper’s wedding in Florence, my birthday, and finally Some from New Years last year. Tess, Will and I just goofing around laughing and living it up. I swiped one last time to the photo of Will and I wearing matching Christmas pjs.

I couldn’t help but tear up just remembering how hard Will tried to make every Christmas, Thanksgiving, birthday or just any holiday special after I told him I never got to celebrate it as a kid. How Every anniversary he would get just as drunk as I did and pass out on the kitchen floor right next to me. The next morning he would get up before me and go get us chocolate chip waffles and coffee so the hangover wouldn’t be too bad.

I was so lost in thought I didn’t notice Someone had walked out until the put a blanket around me.

I quickly wiped the tears off my face.

“Hey.” Bruce said.

“Hey.” I said.

“Are you okay?” He asked.

“I’m fine.” I said not trying to ruin anyone’s fun.

“It’s okay not be.” He said.

“I just… I miss Will.” I said.

“He’s your brother, you two are inseparable, I’d be more worried if you didn’t miss him.” Bruce said.

“New years is one of his favorite holidays. He said it’s the last day anything matters because tomorrow everyone gets a fresh start.” I said. “He mostly used that line to hook up with someone but it worked.”

“Have you tried calling him?” Bruce asked.

“He doesn’t want anything to do with me and all things considered it’s for the best.” I said. “Sorry I ruined the party for you.”

“You didn’t ruin the party for me. I don’t really do well at these sort of things.” He admitted.

“Want to get out of here?” I asked.

“And go where?” he asked.

“Well I’m locked out of the lab until tomorrow, I’m fairly sure if I disappear the first place Natasha will look for me will be my floor so anywhere in the tower but here and there works.” I said.

“I think I know a place. We just have to make it to the elevator without getting spotted.” Bruce said.

“We’ll draw less attention if we split up.” I said.

“Or we can wait for the entertainment to start right about…” Bruce started before the lights in the room went out. “Now.”

“Let’s go.” I said grabbing his hand.

We went inside and dodged the crowd avoiding everyone and staying out of sight until we got to the elevators.

“Where we off to?” I asked once we were inside.

“The last place they’ll ever think to look for us.” Bruce said. “Jarvis take us to my floor.”

“Huh…” I said.

“Is that all right?” Bruce said sounding nervous.

“Oh no not that it’s just, I just realized I’ve never been on your floor before.” I said.

“I spend most of my time in the lab.” He said.

“I didn’t get to decorate it either.” I said.

“I don’t really own a lot of things. I travel light.” He said and I understood what he meant. Bruce was on the run for years before the Avengers were formed. There wasn’t really a lot you could take with you. I think the only thing I kept from my life before was the picture of me and my mom and my necklace.

When the doors opened and we walked in I could see what Bruce meant. Besides a few photos and the books lying around his studio looked just like one of the basic guest rooms.

“Tony wanted to put me in a bigger room and he offered to remodel but this just seemed more practical.” Bruce said.

“You do have a great view.” I said. “And it’s way better than my first apartment was.”

“What was it like?” Bruce asked.

“It was more of a shed but it was the only thing I could afford at the time. I think I lived off of instant ramen and leftovers from the restaurant I was working at.” I said.

“What type of place was it?” Bruce asked.

“It was mix of everything, they did Thai, Indian, Chinese and sushi.” I said.

“Sounds like you had a lot to choose from.” Bruce said.

“Yeah it was a good choice of rice and more rice.” I said.

“You want to watch something.” Bruce asked.

“How about you pick?” I said.

“Ah, I’m not sure we have the same taste in movies.” Bruce said.

“Oh come on, we all have guilty pleasures. Hit me with your best shot.” I said.

“I watch Bollywood movies.” Bruce said making me arch an eyebrow. “I spent a lot of time in Calcutta.”

“Oh there’s nothing wrong with that just a little surprised. They do have subtitles right?” I asked.

“Yes.” He said.

“Okay.” I said. “Pick your favorite.”

“Jarvis play Anand.” Bruce said.

“Of course Doctor Banner.” Jarvis said.

“I don’t really have a couch…” Bruce said rubbing the back of his neck.

“It’s cool, the bed doubles as a couch.” I said moving to sit down against the headboard.

Bruce smiled and moved to sit next to me but kept his distance. I sighed and moved closer holding his hand and resting my head on his shoulder. Bruce took that as my okay to put his arm around me.

Yeah this was way better than any party.

Third Person’s POV-

Tony, Rhodey, Pepper and the rest of the team were at the bar trying to see if there was any liquor at the bar that could get Thor drunk. Hayley and Bruce had slipped away without anyone realizing it. As far as they knew they were both still outside on the balcony chatting.

“So have you guys decided who’s going to kiss Hayley at midnight?” Pepper asked.

“Oh yeah, how are you guys doing that?” Rhodey asked.

“Uh… Team meeting.” Tony said.

“We never really discussed that.” Steve said.

“I think we’re lucky we even got her out of the lab.” Clint said.

“What is the significance of this kiss at Midnight?” Thor asked.

“It’s more of a tradition,” Natasha said.

“I think the original superstition was to solidify a bond with someone you hoped to stay close to in the New Year. Like if you wanted to stay together.” Tony said. “But it’s just a superstition.”

“So you wouldn’t mind if someone else kissed Hayley at midnight?” Clint asked.

“Midnight, five minutes after… no big deal.” Tony said.

“So how are we doing this?” Steve asked.

“Whoever’s with Hayley at midnight get’s to kiss her?” Natasha said.

“That sounds fair.” Thor said.

“Okay. I’m gonna go make rounds, check on the guests.” Tony said slowly walking away.

“I shall go help.” Thor said going in the opposite direction.

“I’ll be upstairs,” Steve said.

“I’ll come with.” Clint said.

“Boys.” Natasha said shaking her head before looking out towards the balcony. She just had to wait for Hayley and Bruce to come back inside to make her move.

Hayley’s POV-

Bruce moved around uncomfortably for the fifth time since we sat down. I had a feeling his dress shoes and sports coat were uncomfortable but he wasn’t taking them off so he wouldn’t make me uncomfortable. I found it endearing, but also a bit worrisome that after everything we’ve been though he was still tip toeing around me.

“Pause.” I said.

“Do you not like the movie?” Bruce asked.

“Oh no the movie’s great. The main character actually reminds me a lot of you but that’s not what I was going to say. I’ll make you a deal.” I said.

“Okay?” Bruce asked confused.

“If you take off those uncomfortable looking shoes and anything else that’s bothering you, I will too.” I said.

“Hayley…” he started arguing.

“Bruce you’re fidgeting more than Will when he tried on leather pants. You’re not going to make me uncomfortable by slipping into a t-shirt and stripping down to your boxers.” I said.

“Are you sure?” he said but instead of saying anything I stood up, kicked off my heels and unzipped my dress before pulling it off leaving me in nothing but my under wear and the lace slip I was wearing under.

Bruce blushed and looked away.

“I’m not trying to seduce you or anything it’s just that those heels were pinching my feet and the sequins were digging into my back.” I said. “Your turn.”

“Are you…” he started before I gave him a look that shut him up. He kicked off his shoes and turned around to take off his coat and unbutton his shirt before taking it off and pulling on a t-shirt. He sighed once before taking his pants off just staying in his boxers. He sat back own bushing a bit but just kept his eyes off of me.

I couldn’t help but smile a bit. I grabbed a blanket and draped it over both of us before cuddling against him again. The movie continued playing and towards the end I got a bit emotional and started sniffling.

“Are you okay?” Bruce asked.

“Yeah I’m fine it’s just really sad.” I said tearing up. Bruce didn’t say anything he just hugged me.

“Before you said the main character reminded you of me? How?” he asked.

“Well, Anand is young and he has this incurable disease and he knows that he’s going to die but instead of wallowing and being bitter about it he chooses to make everyone around him happy.” I said.

“You think the Hulk is my cancer?” Bruce asked.

“Not like that.” I said. “You survived getting hit with a massive amount of radiation that instead of killing you left you with the Hulk. You were chased to the ends of the earth by a man who wanted to use you to make super soldiers.”

“That’s not that different than what you went through.” Bruce said.

“It’s not the same because for most people like me, going through that changes you for the worst. You isolate yourself and only care about saving yourself. You on the other hand never lost what I love most about you. Your heart. Everywhere you went you did what you could to help people and when the world needed you most you pushed aside your insecurities and let Hulk help.” I said.

Bruce smiled and tucked a lock of my hair behind my ear before kissing me. I smiled and threaded my fingers through his curly hair as I kissed him back.

Most of the times when we kissed it was shy and sweet but he seemed really unsure of himself but right now was nothing like that. He knew exactly what he was doing. I felt his arms wrap around my waist pulling me closer before I ended up rolling onto the bed with Bruce hovering over me.

Before he could say anything or even start apologizing like I knew he would I pulled him down for another kiss. He didn’t hesitate to put some of his weight on me as he continued to kiss me and moved one of his hands to my thigh.

I wrapped my legs around him and pulled him closer. Bruce took that as his cue to grind his hips against mine making me gasp as he rubbed on just the right spot.

“Hayley.” He moaned.

“Mh.” I hummed as I started kissing along his jaw. He tightened his grip on my hip and thigh as his hands started moving higher. I moved to pull his shirt up when Bruce stopped and pulled away.

“Hayley!” he groaned. I looked up at him and his eyes turned bright green.

“Hey, it’s okay.” I said rubbing my hand up and down his arm before holding his hand. “It’s just us.”

He let go of my hand and put it on my cheek. His bright green eyes just looked straight into mine.

“Birdie.” He said and I realized this was the Hulk.

“It’s okay big guy. It’s just me.” I said putting my hand over his on my cheek. I leaned forward and kissed him. Bruce or Hulk or both of them pulled me on top of them and continued kissing me, running their hands up and down my back until they grabbed the back of my sip and tore it off.

I probably would have been a bit mad because I really liked it but I was really turned on and mostly just gasped in surprise since I was not expecting that. I reached for the hem of his t-shirt and lifted it off of him. His eyes were green but after he blinked a few times they were back to Bruce’s dark brown eyes.

I smiled as I leaned in to kiss him before letting him roll us over.

“Hayley what…” he started but I kissed him to keep him quiet.

“It’s just us.” I said. That was enough for Bruce to stop worrying and give in. I wrapped my legs around him to pull him as close as he’d let me. I could feel him getting more aroused with each thrust. I moved my hand to the elastic of his boxers and stopped.

“Are you sure?” he asked making me smile.

“Yes.” I said looking right into his eyes so he’d know there wasn’t a single doubt in my mind about this. He leaned down to kiss me before lifting his hips up and pulling down his boxers. I took that moment to slip off my panties down my thighs before kicking them off the rest of the way.

Bruce held his breath as he stopped moving just to stand there and look at me. I blushed a bit before smiling at him. He leaned down and kissed my stomach and slowly kissed his way up my body until he reached my lips.

“I love you.” He whispered.

“Love you too.” I said kissing him as he lined himself up and pushed in slowly making me moan. “Bruce.”

“Ah!” He gasped stopping for a minute before he pushed all the way in. “Mh.” He groaned. I stayed perfectly still letting him get used to being so close. When his breathing finally slowed down I rocked my hips a bit and that was all he needed to started moving slowly but surely.

“Hayley.” He moaned.

“Mh.” I moaned. “yes, Ah!”

Bruce pulled me into a kiss and moved my legs up higher. The slight change in angle let him hit my spot perfectly with each thrust making my toes curl in pleasure.

“Ah!” I cried out.

“Ah.” He gasped as I started clamping down on him. “So close.”

I hooked my legs behind his back and met each of his thrust.

“Bruce, Ah!” I moaned.

“Hayley, I’m … uh… Uh.” He groaned loudly as he held me tight before picking up the pace and slamming into me sending me right over the edge.

“Bruce!” I shouted as the intense burning spread through out my body and all I could see were fireworks before everything went white.

“Hayley!” He groaned into my neck as he spilled inside of me and collapsed.

“Wow.” I said.

“That was…” Bruce said lifting himself off of me slightly before leaning down for another kiss. It wasn’t until we heard all the commotion outside and saw the fireworks that we realized it was midnight.

“Happy New Years.” I said not being able to contain my laughter.

“Happy New Years.” He said with a smile.

“You’re the first guy I ever gave a New Years kiss to.” I said making him chuckle.

“I love you Hayley and you were wrong before when you said that being forced to run changed you for the worst. It made you stronger and kinder. If it had changed you like you said you wouldn’t have saved Cal, Hanson’s family, or me.” Bruce said. “Because you do save me everyday just by reminding me of all the good things I tend to over look.”

“I love you.” I said. “And the big guy too.”

“Did he uh… get involved?” Bruce asked.

“Are you asking if we had a three way?” I said teasing him.

“Uh… maybe?” he said not knowing the answer.

“I think he kind of gave us the go ahead. You were still you but at the same time him. Your eyes were green and we kissed. You… he ripped off my slip.” I said.

“I’m so sorry.” He said.

“Don’t be.” I said blushing a bit. “It was kind of a turn on.” I admitted making him blush.

“He didn’t hurt you?” he asked sounding scared.

“He didn’t, neither of you did.” I said kissing his chest.

“You’d tell me if I did right?” Bruce asked.

“No more lies remember. I’m being completely honest when I say you didn’t hurt me and that you gave me one of the best nights of my life. Now stop worrying.” I said kissing his neck. “And enjoy the moment.”

He smiled and pulled me close before kissing the top of my head. “Okay.” He said before running his fingers through my hair lulling me to sleep.

As far as New Years go this one was off to a great start.