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janefoster‌:

“You’re a busy working woman. I’m sure you’ll find some time soon, but from another workaholic, sometimes you have to make that time for yourself. No one will hand it to you,” she smiled, putting a hand on Carol’s shoulder- realizing halfway through the gesture that Carol was much taller than her.

Jane was half tempted to ask Carol for a lift but… That would be tacky. She just missed the feeling of flying. Probably different being carried rather than hanging onto a hammer to do it. “Anyways, here’s me officially making you take some time. Follow me.”

She kept a brisk pace to match Carol’s stride as they made their way a few blocks south to the sushi joint.

Carol pursed her lips as she nodded in agreement. She should make time for it, right? Then again, making time for personal things felt... wrong. As a superhero you’re never really off the clock, are you? 

“Thanks, Jane.” 

As they came up to the sushi place, Carol opened the doors, able to see that the place was moderately busy. It must be really good then. “What do you usually get?” Carol asked, wanting to hear her suggestions before deciding on anything.

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@mysteriomanifesto asked: Wanda Maximoff or Carol Danvers

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elctranatchios‌:

Elektra placed her glass back on the bar top so that she could let the other get the full effect of her thoughts on the matter. “People who’ve gotten really, really good at being alone.” And that was how she liked it most of the time. “What makes you think your plan would be any better than mine?” 

Carol narrowed her eyes at the woman. Not sure to feel sad or concerned for her. Who just goes and admits that they’re good at being alone? Either way she was only even more interested. Carol knew just what being alone was like. “For starters, it includes me.”

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“Yeah,” Carol agreed, sitting beside the woman. “I tend to ruin other people’s plans. But,” she started with a small smile. “They tend to eventually realize my plan was better. Besides, who goes out in public in an attempt to avoid human contact?”

“Funny you should mention that.” Elektra let her eyes continue their lazy trip around the room before landing on the person who had spoke to her. “My entire plan tonight was to avoid human contact. Looks like you’ve bungled that up well enough. Cheers.” Her glass raised before moving to her lips. Maybe they would get the hint that she wasn’t the type of gal who needed company.

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msbettyross‌:

Betty didn’t mean to be uptight, but she was nervous about being in New York and all the things that could mean for her. “Of course!” She laughed a little and pushed the plate towards the blonde. It was obvious Betty was distracted, though she tried her best not to be. “People have been telling me all day that it’s obvious I’m not from here…so I’m trying to…I don’t know really, I’m sorry.”

“Thanks.” Carol took it, but didn’t eat it, more interested in the conversation. “Oh where are you from then?” Tourists weren’t rare in the area. Technically, she wasn’t from New York either, having grown up in Boston. “There’s no need to try and fit in to whatever you think New Yorkers are in. The city is a melting pot, full of people from all over. I’d say you’re doing just fine, I was just messing with you.” Which was Carol’s mistake, sometimes being a bit too comfortable with people at first.

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doctorstrangewizard‌:

     — ”Thank you Captain. Much appreciated.” Taking the bottle from her.

“Since losing my title as the supreme, I have been a little under the weather and usually when this happens the magic gets out of control.”

“Sounds rough.” That was probably putting it lightly. “If there’s anything I can do... you let me know, alright?”

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janefoster‌:

“Well, I am married. But I’m sure you’ll be taken out on a nice proper date sometime soon. You’re Captain Marvel, a total catch,” Jane nodded, returning Carol’s smile. “But I think we can meet in the middle and do an Avengers sushi lunch between the two of us. What do you say? There’s a place not too far from here that Thor and I get takeaway from all the time.”

“Thanks for the hope. It’s...  not that big a deal.” Only meant she was idle for too long that she had the chance to even think about dating and things like that. Incredible, the things being on Earth brings out. When she’s out there in space the last thing she thinks about is dates. “I would love to get some sushi. Please, lead the way.”

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strongestavengerbruce‌:

“I usually do, I think that’s why Pepper keeps me around.” Bruce teased, his smile growing at the mention of Tony calling his bluff. “He definitely would. He received an invite to the party, you know, but there is far too much glass in this building for an appearance to end well. Hopefully even Tony is smart enough to realise that.” He bit down on his bottom lip, nodding quietly in agreement, smile fading at Carol’s observation. He would never push his friend to tell him anything she wasn’t comfortable with sharing, but there was definitely something bothering her and the more he watched her over the course of the evening, the more he worried it wasn’t just the stress of the party. “She’s… incredibly strong.” He said quietly. “If something is bothering her, I’m sure she isn’t out of her depth.”

Carol had kept her gaze on the crowd and couldn’t help but jerk her head to Bruce, almost blurting out that Pepper has some weird shit going on that Carol knew it was very much out of her depth---but it wasn’t her secret to tell and she hated it. “Yeah, guess so.” With that her shoulders fell and small pout formed. Having nothing else to say, she lifted the mug to her lips, filling the lull in the conversation. Smacking her lips, she savored the taste of the hot chocolate for a second before looking back to Bruce. “Do you like the holidays? I know it’s not everybody’s thing.”

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msbettyross‌:

Why did everybody automatically assume Betty had some sort of ill intent? Earlier today, she held the door for somebody and they shot her the dirtiest look over it. As if she were going to hold the door then immediately slam it in their face when they got close enough. It was a very strange assumption, but Betty was trying not to make a big deal out of any of it. “No, not at all, but I understand not wanting to accept food from a stranger.” The other girl wasn’t trying to be rude - Betty hoped - this was just a big city with people that had a rude agenda. 

Tough crowd. Carol would have thought she’d get the humor, but it seemed Carol might have expected too much. “I mean, I’ll take it.... if the offer still stands?” Carol’s eyes drop to the muffin then back at the woman. Her eyebrows raise, expectantly and she even offered a small smile in return. “I’ll take my chances.”

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strongestavengerbruce‌:

Bruce hummed softly, amused by the comment. “You could choose any day of the year and say that about the residents of this tower.” He assured Carol. “But yes, I think so too.” He laughed quietly at the sound of her protest, knowing either way, Tony was going to do exactly what Tony wanted to do. It was very difficult to stop him when he had already set his mind to something. “A few threats from the Other Guy and I’m sure I can wrangle him. Pepper has enough to worry about.” He glanced over at Carol, surprised she had noticed the same stress in Pepper that he had. “Just a little… she takes on too much sometimes.” He said quietly, unable to hide the worry he felt for his friend. “But it’s in her nature. I guess if she didn’t, she wouldn’t be CEO.” 

“You have a point.” She forgot, momentarily, that they all tended to be the kind of people to run themselves empty. She smiled, amused by this hypothetical Tony. “I don’t know, he might just call your bluff just to get the Big Guy to come out.” Then again Tony might very well just calm down once he sees his friends are concerned. Carol’s eyes turned to the crowd, as if looking for Pepper but she couldn’t spot her. “Yeah... it seemed there was something more than work that was bothering her though.” That wasn’t too telling was it? Was it even her problem to be concerned about? Carol was naturally worried about someone she considered a friend, but they were all adults weren’t they? Then again... they all had their own bad habits.

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Carol’s finishing up her coffee as she heard someone trying to get her attention. It all came at once. An offer for what looks to be a muffin. “Did someone pay you to try and tease me with even more sweets?” Carol was trying to keep away from them for no other reason than she liked to make her life difficult. I mean.... it would be terrible for a nice muffin to go to waste, wouldn’t it? She pouted, fighting against her inner desires. After all she already had two scones and a croissant just at this cafe. Not to mention the box of donuts she put away this morning...

Betty was only in town because of her father, though it didn’t hurt that she knew Bruce was around too. In fact, that’s why she had spent the past twenty minutes pacing in front of Stark Tower - the media had mentioned he might be there - before fleeing to a coffee shop nearby. Maybe if she worked up the nerve again, she would walk in and ask to talk to him. Instead, she was sat outside with a chocolate chip muffin, staring up at the tower as if willing him to come out. This was stupid, she was stupid, and with a sigh, Betty slumped forward on the table. “He probably hates me anyway,” she whispered to herself. Upon deciding it would be best to leave, Betty turned to the person at the table near her and murmured. “I’m sorry to bother you, but I decided I would rather not eat this, but I don’t want it to go to waste…would you like it?”

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So it just recently sunk in that Jessica Drew cannot shoot webs and sometimes she needs Carol to lift her up. And I’ve been laughing at this for days. She’s like a puppy being carried around 😂 and I’ve been thinking of situations where this would be embarrassing carol won’t let it go for dayssss.

So I’d imagine if Jess went on a solo mission and got stuck outside of a spaceship or a plane and she needed Carol to come pick her up.

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centurioned‌:

“Check out his jacket.” The guy in question, wearing a real eyesore combination of bright colors, begins to move, and Rich casts his eyes meaningfully in that direction before turning back. “I don’t know about you, but I think that counts as one of those ugly ones you were talking about. Not that I’m an expert, but…”

Something had to be said.

Carol gave it another look, spotting the pattern of Christmas lights along the jacket. A small smile came to her lips as she saw the wearer. “Yeah, he did that last year.” For being as ugly as they were... there was some joy they brought when you saw them.

“The jacket’s a nice color.” Sea foam, Carol believed. She wouldn’t mind wearing that color. However, not with that pattern and assembly of other colors. Maybe. Depended on her mood and how many people would see her.

“Guess he’s feeling festive.” She remarked as she turned back to him, eyes clearly sizing him up.

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strongestavengerbruce‌:

Bruce grinned, the first easy smile in Carol’s company. Although he hated to admit it, knowing somebody else was as uncomfortable as he was served as a comfort. “Small talk has never been something that comes naturally to me. I might sleep the night through after this party, and that is almost unheard of.” He turned to scan the crowd at the mention of Tony, unable to see him among so many people. “A few more drinks and I’m sure he’ll be standing on a table somewhere. That should make him easy to locate.” He commented, only half joking. “I lost track a few hours ago, if I’m being honest. I’ve spent more time with Pepper than anyone else.”

Carol’s brows came together, face twisting in sympathy over him being exhausted over social interaction. Hardly anything could tire Carol out---she was just brimming with energy. But her state of mind could leave her with a feeling of restlessness but unable to do anything to fulfill her. “We all could use a good night’s rest, I think.” Sleep was never something that brought comfort to Carol. She has on occasion burned all the way to the following night. And it wasn’t for a mission either. A smile came to her face at the thought of Tony’s antics. “God, I hope not. Hopefully Pepper will catch him before he does.” However her thoughts trailed off to Pepper’s situation. Her eyes ran over Bruce, curious if he was aware. “Pepper seems a bit stressed out, huh?”

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centurioned‌:

Oh no. Had he managed to offend her, somehow? It’d only been meant as a self-deprecating joke, something to try to lift the awkwardness that he’s painfully aware has been surrounding him all night, but for a moment in there, he thinks that might have backfired. Badly.

Even before — space and everything else, social occasions had never been his forte, exactly, and now? If it doesn’t involve official Nova Corps business, he’s rusty, apparently.

But he lets an easy smile form on his mouth, and he hopes that the second attempt to de-awkward the air is the charm. “Fair point.”

There’s a beat of silence as he jerks his head over toward the group of people milling around several feet away. “That guy over there? Wow.”

Carol couldn’t understand if he was nervous or if he truly was like this. Either way, she was sure the conversation ended until he spoke and pulled her attention to someone else (probably preferred that than on himself).

“What about him?”

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captcincmerica‌:

“Yeah, yeah, I’m fine. It’s just, not everyday that you meet the Captain Marvel, right?” Dani chuckled nervously. Part of her wanted to bring up the fact that she was living with the Guardians, see if that might win her back some cool points with the hero, but she decided that, given their apparent reputation, it might just make her look worse.

“I dunno, I’m kind of tired of running into her every morning.” Carol mildly jokes, grabbing the back of her neck. The admiration left her feeling more humble than inflating her ego.

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strongestavengerbruce‌:

Bruce watched as Carol began to heat her drink, the smell of hot chocolate seeming to surround him as steam formed on the surface of the milk. Maybe he should have moved on to the hot chocolates instead of fixating on being able to drink without letting his control slip. It hadn’t served to relax him, if anything he felt more nervous. But he did this every time. Chased a sense of normalcy only to feel less normal. He looked back up at the question, offering her a small smile. “I’m doing okay.” He assured her, tugging awkwardly at the sleeves of his cardigan. “This just isn’t my scene… exactly.” He gestured to the party, to the people who had been getting steadily more intoxicated over the course of the evening. Part of him wanted the same level of freedom, despite never being able to see the appeal of getting drunk when he was able to drink without a limit. His father used to get drunk. “Are you doing okay?” He asked, turning his attention back to his friend. There was something not quite right, a spark that seemed to be missing as she surveyed the party too.

Carol’s eyes swept the room once more, going over the faces of everyone she could spot, the drinks in some of their hands, the food in others, the smiles in most of their faces. In all, it looked to be a very happy and warm environment. “Yeah I’m good.” She tilted her head back to Bruce, giving him a look over. “I can only do so much small talk though.” She passed off her holiday gloom as social exhaustion. She was with friends but there was an intimacy lacking at the party as it was full of strangers and acquaintances as well. It didn’t feel like Christmas---it’s been a while since she felt that spirit. It was different when she was in space and time flew by and she hardly remembered or cared for the holidays. When you’re faced with it all every day and the days go by and it’s all underwhelming, it leaves you a little yearnful. “You know I haven’t seen Tony yet. There’s so many people. Who have you run into?”