Hotel California | Track 3: Metal Voices
Natasha Romanoff x Fem!Reader
Summary: Natasha Romanoff, frontwoman of the punk rock band Velvet Rebellion, falls hard for a woman she believes is too good for her. Their intense relationship unfolds in the chaotic world of rock 'n' roll, where they struggle to balance fame, personal demons, and their undeniable passion for each other.
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Themes: love, fame, sex, drugs
You lay soundly asleep, nestled in your warm cocoon of blankets, the soft comfort of slumber wrapping around you like a cozy embrace. Your fatigue from a long week had finally caught up with you, and your dreams were painted with peaceful serenity.
But then, as if summoned by a mischievous fairy, you felt tiny hands tapping your arm. The gentle, persistent taps grew stronger until they became an undeniable summons from the waking world. Reluctantly, you stirred, your eyelids heavy with the remnants of sleep.
As you blinked yourself into awareness, you found yourself face to face with Isabella who was looking down at you in annoyance. You mumbled groggily, "Too early, Isabella, go back to bed."
Isabella, not one to give in easily, shook her head. "Mama, it's not early. It's noon! I’m going to be late for Lenny’s skate party!"
You blinked in disbelief at the time, grabbed your phone from the nightstand to find the truth, and then threw yourself back into the pillows with a groan." Noon already?” You rubbed a hand over your face.
Isabella's tone turned stern as she scolded, "Sleeping in until noon is unacceptable, Mama. You promised you'd help me get ready for the party."
You couldn't help but smile at your daughter's seriousness, and you felt a rush of gratitude for having such a responsible child. You glanced at the nightstand and saw a glass of water and aspirin neatly arranged, a thoughtful gesture from Isabella.
You reached for the water and aspirin, whispering your thanks, and then turned to Isabella with a mischievous grin. "You know, being a mom is hard work. Sometimes, moms need a little extra sleep to keep up with their super responsible daughters."
Isabella rolled her eyes, giving you a playful but loving look of disbelief. "It’s hard being the boss.” She shook her head. She crawled into bed beside you and leaned into your side. Her cheek pressed against yours. It was often she practically wanted to live in your skin.
The feeling was mutual.
"You can be the boss later, sweetheart. But right now, can you just let Mama get her bearings and drink this water?"
Isabella sighed. "I bet North West doesn't have to deal with this."
You chuckled, kissing Isabella's hair. "No, I'm sure she doesn't. But you know what? I'd trade a hundred Kardashian daughters for my one."
Isabella's lips curled into a pleased smile and she snuggled deeper into your side.
"Grandma told me a lot of things last night," She began.
"Like what? You were supposed to be sleeping when I left you," You downed your water and aspirin.
"She let me watch Wendy Williams reruns," She smirked.
"I don't believe it," You narrowed your eyes. "Did you steal her phone?"
"Maybe," She shrugged. "Anyway, I saw you when you were a kid. Well, a teenager I guess. Before you had me. Wendy kept saying how getting pregnant was a disaster and how everything was going to change and that you were throwing your career away."
You sighed, "Sweetheart..." Setting your cup of water down. You certainly didn't think you would be talking about this. “I wouldn’t even call it a career.”
"I'm not offended, actually," Isabella stopped you. "I kind of think it's true. You don't sing much anymore. Only to me and in the shower."
"Do you want me to sing more?" You asked, slightly concerned.
"I just don't understand why you're not a star." Isabella sat up. "You could be bigger than Beyonce'."
"Well, I couldn't sing onstage when you were growing inside my belly," You chuckled, running your hands over her hair. "Also, bigger than Beyonce is a stretch but I'm glad you're as delusional as me."
"And you stopped after you had me, didn't you?" She looked at you with big curious eyes. "You didn't even try?"
"No," You answered, not really wanting to discuss your past.
"Why?" She tilted her head. "You're really good, Mama. Grandad could definitely get some things set up for you. Or I know. Natasha from the band. You two are dating now right?"
You shook your head. "We're just friends, Isabella. It's not like that. We're not serious. Plus, she has her own thing going on right now."
"Well, then why not do something with the band?" She suggested, clearly not taking no for an answer.
"I don't feel comfortable about that, Isabella," You said. "I have you to think about. I like my life right now as it is. I like my job."
"But I've got to have a rockstar mother, Mama!" Isabella threw herself back into the pillows. "It's embarrassing enough that my best friend's mother is a pop princess, but now my own mother isn't even a musician?"
"Well, my cushy job provided you with this house and all of your gymnastics gear, musician or not," You poked at her. "I'm going to tell my mom we need to put passcodes on every single electronic in the house. You get too many ideas."
"It's true," Isabella pouted.
"Isabella, if you love me, you'll accept that I'm not a performer. I'm a boring, everyday working mom. That's the only thing that's true about what Wendy said."
Isabella sat up. "But Mama, don't you ever feel like there's a part of you missing?"
You thought for a moment. "No. I'm perfectly complete. I have the best daughter I could ever ask for."
"You haven't been with anyone in years," She pointed out. "Your cookies are going to be all dried up."
"Do you even have any idea what that means?" You raised a brow. God, you weren’t ready for that talk yet.
"No, I heard Aunt Monica say it," She said innocently.
"That woman has so many issues," You said, shaking your head. "Now, do you want to keep talking about my life or do you want to go and live yours and go to the skate party?"
"Okay," She said, getting up and stretching. "Just think about it, Mama."
"I will," You lied. "Now go get dressed and we'll get your hair done."
"Thanks, Mama." She kissed your cheek before leaving the room.
You took a deep breath, your mind swimming with the thoughts of the past. You couldn't deny that sometimes, there were moments where you missed it all. Then you remember that you're content. You enjoy your schedule. You like being home every day in time for dinner with Isabella.
Her question was valid. You hadn't been in a committed relationship since Sam, her father. That entire breakup had ruined you, even if you did end it on amicable terms. The thought of being with anyone else wasn't exactly appealing. You liked to focus on your daughter and work. Though that kiss with Natasha last night was something. It's a spur-of-the-moment thing if you will. A great end to the night. She's a rockstar. No way she had time for you.
But if she did, would you let her?
You shook the thoughts away and got up, getting ready for the day.
********************
“I’ll have bacon, eggs, and a side of toast,” Steve ordered from the cafe waitress. Across from him, Natasha stirred her coffee absentmindedly, staring out of the diner window.
“Had a good night?” Steve asked, raising an eyebrow as he leaned back in his chair.
Natasha smirked memories of her kiss with you flashing in her mind. “Yeah, you could say that. You?”
Steve chuckled. “Nothing too wild. I just crashed after the party. Where did you duck off to?”
Natasha took a sip of her coffee before answering, a mischievous glint in her eyes.
"Y/n and I decided to go and talk. We ended up at a little restaurant a few blocks down," She shrugged nonchalantly.
"Mhm," Steve hummed, unconvinced. "Just talked?"
"Just talked," Natasha rolled her eyes. "Why do you guys all think I'm some sort of womanizer?"
"Because you are," Steve laughed, and Natasha couldn't help but laugh along with him.
"Yeah, okay, fair point," She conceded. "But we did just talk. I like her. She's cool,"
Steve raised an eyebrow, a knowing smile on his face. "I can tell. Do you think it's going to be something? So soon after Carol?"
"Who knows," Natasha shrugged. "But it was nice to feel that connection again."
Steve nodded a small smile on his lips. "That's good. You deserve someone who makes you feel like that,"
Natasha's expression softened her usual mask of bravado. "She's Nick Fury's daughter. You know the music mogul dude."
"Wow, she's way out of your league then," Steve chuckled.
"Shut up," Natasha laughed, kicking him playfully under the table.
"Maybe you could slide her dad one of our tapes," He suggested.
"No, it's not like that," Natasha shook her head. "I'm not trying to get with her for that. I like her."
"I know, Nat," Steve said. "But you can't blame me for trying."
"You're an idiot, Rogers," Natasha laughed.
"A lovable one, though," Steve grinned, his eyes twinkling. “Speaking of management.”
Natasha sighed, already anticipating the conversation. “The label thing again?”
Steve nodded, pausing only for the waitress to set down their finished meals. “Tony’s been pushing for it. He thinks it’s our ticket to the big leagues. And Wanda’s on board too. But it’s more than that, Nat. We need better management. The gigs, the travel, it’s all starting to take a toll.”
Natasha leaned back, running a hand through her hair. “I get that, but signing with a label? We’ll lose control, Steve. They’ll want to shape us, change our sound. We’ve always been about doing things our way.”
“I know,” Steve said gently. “But think about the opportunities. Better venues, more exposure. We could reach so many more people.”
Natasha frowned, the conflict evident in her eyes. “It’s just... I’m not sure I want to deal with all that corporate bullshit. I want our music to stay pure, you know?”
Steve nodded, giving her an encouraging smile. “I understand. But we don't have to decide anything right away. Just think about it, okay? For the band."
Natasha took a bite of her eggs, chewing thoughtfully. "Okay, I'll think about it," She said finally.
The two continued their breakfast in comfortable silence, both lost in their own thoughts.
Natasha took a long swig of her coffee. "I know you're right, and I don't want to lose the band over my stubbornness. I'll think about it, but for now, we've got a gig to prepare for. Are you in?"
Steve smiled and extended his fist, which Natasha bumped with her own. "Always."
As the day passed, Natasha couldn't shake the thought of her kiss with you. She knew it was silly, but she couldn't help the butterflies that fluttered in her stomach whenever she thought about you.
*********
You stood by the edge of the rink, watching Isabella glide across the wooden floor with Lenny. The kids were laughing, carefree and happy. You smiled, feeling a warmth in your chest as you watched the friends bond over their time together.
Isabella looked up, waving excitedly at you.
"Look, Mama! Lenny and I are gonna skate backward!" She exclaimed, and you held a thumbs up in response. "I've watched so many Tiktoks about this."
"Go get 'em, kiddo," You chuckled.
Isabella stood before you, holding her hands out to keep her balance, as she used the muscles in her legs to push her backward. She looked so cute and you snapped a photo.
"Look at my baby, all grown up and skating," You smiled, watching her.
"That's my favorite grandbaby," Your mother came up behind you, and you wrapped your arm around her shoulders.
"Your only grandbaby," You reminded her. She waved you off with a laugh. "I'm glad you could make it here with us. How's dad?"
"Busy," Your mother said. "As always."
"Where in the world is he now? Bali?" You asked. "I tried calling him this morning but his phone went straight to voicemail. " Having a music mogul father had its ups and downs. His being unavailable when you wanted to talk randomly was one of them.
"He's in London," She informed you. "He's setting something up for some young girl from the X-Factor. He's also in talks about a possible Broadway production."
"Ah, so he's not tired yet," You sighed. "I told that man he needs to sit down. Come and enjoy being a grandparent." You shook your head fondly.
"You know your father. He's not going to stop until he's six feet under."
"Yeah, yeah, yeah," You laughed, glancing over at her. "Oh, before I forget. Isabella saw some things last night."
"Oh?"
"On the internet," You clarified.
"Oh," She frowned. "I fell asleep shortly after you left."
"Yeah, apparently, Isabella saw some clips of my past and was asking me questions," You said, rubbing the back of your neck. "She seems to have this fantasy of me becoming a famous singer."
"Well, I don't blame her," Your mother shrugs. "Girl knows her stuff. Gets that from Nick."
"You still miss him," You stated, observing her.
"Of course, I do," She smiled softly. "Your father's been great, but he's not him."
"Yeah," You nodded. "You know you could catch an airplane to him. London's not that far away."
"Oh, he's so busy and-"
"Mom, seriously, go see him," You looked at her.
"You have a point," She conceded. "But what about you and Isabella? Plus, I hate long flights. "
"We'll be fine, " You assure her. "Besides, I think Dad would love an overseas booty call from his wife."
"Y/N!"
"What? It's true!"
Your mother shakes her head, a smile playing on her lips.
"You are just as bad as your father."
"You still love him, right?" You asked, wanting to know if it was just nostalgia or actual love. Your parents had a complicated relationship. No there was never any grounds for divorce. It was always this thing where they were solely dedicated to each other and then somehow business got in the way. She's a dance instructor and owner of one of the best dance schools in the Los Angeles area rivaling Debbie Allen's Dance Academy.
"Of course, I do," Your mother said, her face lighting up at the mere mention of your dad. "We are just so busy. It was easy to put our marriage aside."
"At least you have a marriage to put to the side," You shrugged, leaning against the railing.
"Is this about that Natasha girl?"
"What how do you know about her?" You asked incredulously.
"Isabella told me this morning at breakfast," She shrugged.
"How long was I asleep?" You frown.
"Long enough for me and my granddaughter to have a nice, long chat."
"About?" You asked.
"Everything," She said. "Including your dating life. She's right you know."
"How?" You asked, turning to her.
"You deserve someone, Y/N," She said, reaching out and holding your hand.
"I have Isabella," You remind her.
"I'm not saying you don't," She replied. "But there are things a partner does that a 9-year-old can't give you."
"Oh, gross, mom," You pulled a face.
"Not sex, Y/N," She smacked your arm. "Affection. Companionship. Someone to share the good and the bad with."
"I had that with Sam and look where that got me?" You subtly pointed to Isabella.
"You were younger with Sam," She raises a brow. "Both of you were just teens."
"Yeah and I had to give everything up for my daughter," You sighed.
"But look at her," Your mother squeezed your hand. "She's amazing."
"She is," You said, looking at her. "This thing with Natasha isn't even a thing. We kissed one time and that was it. We've barely known each other for a month. We've talked even less."
"Well, it seems like Isabella wants to change that."
"She wants to change a lot of things," You chuckle. "Mom, when I'm ready to get back in the saddle you will be the first to know. Right now I'm just enjoying my freedom. I only got divorced four years ago."
"I understand," Your mother nodded.
"Good," You said.
"Mama! Did you see my new trick?!" Isabella's voice rang throughout the skating rink as she skated towards you. She bumped into the railing with a thud before looking up at you.
"I sure did, Bella!" You cheered, helping her off the floor. "You and Lenny have been practicing."
"Well, she's better than me, but I'll get there." She said.
"You'll get there," You assured her.
"Do you think the gift I got Lenny is cool?" Isabella asked suddenly.
"Well, I hope so, you were the one that picked it out," You said, ruffling her hair.
"Okay, if you're sure," Isabella nodded. "Can I eat ice cream at this party?"
"Wait a minute," You tried to hide your grin. "I thought you were vegan. What happened to save the animals?" Isabella had been vegan for all of a month before today. What you had to give it to her was impressive.
"Saving the animals is still my passion," Isabella agreed. "But I have come to terms with the fact that I am a growing girl."
"Are you sure that's it?" You raised a brow.
"Okay, okay," Isabella rolled her eyes. "It's because Lenny is eating ice cream and she said it's really good and I want to try it."
"I thought so," You smirked.
"Will you please let me, Mama, please?" She gave you her signature pout.
"We'll see," You said.
"Yes!"
"If Lenny can have some then so can you," You compromised.
"Denying the girl sugar?" Your mother chimed in. "I knew raising you in LA was a bad idea."
"I've never denied her sugar," You shook your head. "I did fine being raised in LA. Wrong kid remember." You said referring to your brother and sister.
"I suppose you did," She said.
"Isabella, let's go find Lenny and give her the gift."
"Okay!" She said, taking your hand and dragging you off.
The party was still in full swing by the time you had tapped out. You opted to allow Isabella to continue on with the festivities while you sat alone in a booth. You hadn't truly checked your phone all day so you thought this was an appropriate time. Opening Instagram, you can briefly see the onslaught of new comments and followers on your dashboard. You decided to click on the post and instantly groaned. There on TMZ's feed was you, sitting dangerously close to Natasha in Heatwave last night as she whispered into your ear. Then another of you leaving the club. You had thought taking the back exit was a smart move.
The caption read: Lead Singer of Punk Rock band bags Hollywood Royalty. New relationship brewing? Check out these hot pictures as the couple cozies up to each other at Heatwave LA.
You rolled your eyes and clicked the home button, seeing that you had a few missed calls and a text from Monica.
Monica: Hey, babe. Are you alive?
You: Yes, just exhausted.
Monica: Good. I have an update on your situation.
You: Situation? What's up?
Monica: Well, the photos from last night are out.
You: I can see that.
Monica: And to my surprise, I didn't get a phone call or message from you with the details. Am I not your best friend?
You sighed at Monica's dramatics before pressing the call button under her name. The Facetime ringing doesn't last for a second before she's picked up the phone.
"You're an asshole," Is the first thing she says.
"Good to see you too," You rolled your eyes. "Is it really that serious?"
"Yes!" She said. "This is a big deal."
"What do you mean?" You frowned.
"Well, first, it's Natasha fucking Romanoff."
"Yeah and?"
"She's a rockstar."
"I've gathered that," You deadpanned.
"Okay, I mean, have you seen her social media? It's insane. She has like 30 million followers and they're all thirst traps."
"What?"
"I'm just saying," Monica threw her hands up in defense.
You shuffle between screens with a swipe of your thumb, tapping frantically into the search bar, until Natasha's profile comes into view. Her bio reads: 'Lover, not a fighter'.
Your heart skips a beat at the sight of her latest post. The picture is of her lying in bed, the sheets barely covering her bare breasts with a black songbook next to her. Okay, it's a thirst trap but a tasteful one. You continue down her feed to investigate. Most of her photos are similar. Some include her bandmates, and others include her posing with fans. She does seem to be very active.
"So you can see why I'm surprised you haven't mentioned anything," Monica continues.
"Nope," You reply. "She seems fine. Those pictures will blow over and people will find something else to talk about."
"I'm not done, Y/N."
"Oh, shit," You cringed. "There's more?"
"Yes," She nods. "Your name is trending on Twitter."
"My name hasn't trended on Twitter since..." You try to think.
"That time you were drunk and tweeted that Beyonce' was going to be your new girlfriend and you were going to steal her from Jay-Z."
"That was a dark time," You sighed. "Possible though. I have confidence in myself."
"Sure," Monica laughs. "Anyway, I have screenshots of a few things people are saying."
"Go ahead," You gesture with your hand. You cringe. You tap to follow Natasha's profile. Knowing this probably won't abate the rumors at all.
"Well, this one," Monica begins.
You’re not really listening as you get a notification that Natasha followed you back.
"Is interesting."
@Blackwidowfanpage: Who is this girl? She looks like a basic bitch. #Blackwidowdeservesbetter
"Ouch," You cringed.
"You see my point?" Monica says. "And another reads..."
@heatwaveslut1: Whoever this chick is, I hope she's prepared to take care of Widow's children. I'll help her out.
"Widow's children?" You questioned. "What's with the widow nickname?"
"Well, it's pretty clear she's a Spider fan," Monica snickered. "I'm guessing it's her little nickname."
"She doesn't seem like a spider kind of girl," You said.
"Besides the point," Monica huffed. "Her fangirlies are rabid. They probably eat people alive."
"I'm sure I can handle people on the internet," You roll your eyes. "It's what I do for a living. Nothing is going on between us. Yet or at all."
"Yet," Monica emphasized. "Look, you haven't been with anyone in so long. Take the chance."
"I don't know," You bite your lip. "Dating someone with status isn't my thing. Especially someone so new."
"Just keep your options open," She suggested.
"Okay, okay, I will."
"So, did you guys...ya know?"
"No, we didn't you know," You shook your head. "I'm not that easy."
"Right," Monica smirked. "And how did it feel?"
"Good," You sighed. "Great even. We only kissed."
"Kissed or made out?"
"What's the difference?"
"Oh, honey," Monica sighed. "There is a huge difference. How did it really feel?"
"Uh," You tried to think back to the moment. "Soft, warm. I liked it."
"I bet you did."
"Shut up," You laughed.
"Look, I have to go, but just know I'm rooting for you," She winked. "I almost want those sexy red locks for myself."
"Okay," You shook your head. "Go get them. I'll see you at work."
"Bye."
The call disconnects and you sigh, looking at your home screen once again. You decide it's now or never. You navigate to Natasha's name on the screen. You are instantly met with her face, and you can tell she's caught off guard.
"Hey," You said.
"Uh, hey, hi, hello," She replied.
"Are you busy?" You ask, not wanting to interrupt.
"Not at all," She shakes her head. "I just got home from rehearsals. We have a gig coming up soon in New York."
"Oh, exciting," You nodded. "How is the music writing going?"
"Well, I'm actually in the middle of something right now," She said.
"Oh, sorry, I'll leave you to"
"Wait," Natasha interrupted. "Would you mind talking to me while I write?"
"Yeah, I would like that," You nod. Natasha props up her phone against a pile of pillows, stretching to grab her guitar. It's then you see the casual, yet sexy outfit she changed into. You shouldn't be so turned on by something so simple.
"Are you ready?" She asks, bringing your attention back to the task at hand.
"Of course," You nodded, turning your phone onto its side. "Lay it on me."
Natasha strums her guitar for a moment, playing a few chords.
"That sounds beautiful," You say when she's done.
"Still needs some work," She grins. "So, are we going to talk about the elephant in the room?"
"Uh, the kiss?" You questioned, rubbing the back of your neck.
"Yup," Natasha nods, leaning forward to adjust her camera. Your eyes follow the strap or her tanktop as it falls off of her shoulder exposing more of her smooth skin. Natasha doesn’t bother adjusting it though you don’t know if it’s for her benefit or yours.
"Well, what's there to talk about?"
"How it felt," She replied.
"Well, how did it feel for you?"
"Pretty great," She smiled. "But, I asked you first."
"Natasha," You said, rolling your eyes.
"Y/N," She mimics.
"Okay, okay, fine," You huffed. "I guess, I had fun. It was nice."
"Not just a kiss?"
"I wouldn't call it that."
"Okay, good," She smiled. "Because I wouldn't want you to think I was using you. That's not my intention at all."
"I'm glad to hear that," You said. "What are your intentions?"
"I'm not really sure," She replied.
"I don't blame you. Neither am I."
"That's why I like you, Y/N," Natasha's lips curved up in a smile. "You're honest and straightforward. Not lost in the superstardom of it all."
"Oh, no, I'm lost," You waved your hand around. "I just hide it well."
"You can't hide from me," She teased.
"Oh, yeah," You raised a brow. "I don't think I want to."
"I don't want you to," She admitted. "I know this isn't the most ideal way to start things but it's kind of exciting. Don't you think?"
"Very," You nod. "Though I think we had a pretty organic meeting. A nightmare sweet sixteen doesn't scream love story to you?"
"Oh, it does," She assured you. "But I'm not so sure I would've met you if that wasn't the case."
"We could have," You shrugged.
"I think I would've been too afraid to approach a stranger," She replied.
"You? Afraid? You don't seem to have a nervous bone in your body?"
"Everyone has something they're afraid of," She said.
"Like the ocean?"
"The ocean," She confirmed. "And flying."
"Flying?"
"It's a whole thing," She sighed. "So, are you going to let me see you again? Or are we keeping things virtual?"
"Uh, well, I would love to see you again," You said. "But I have Isabella this week. Between her extracurriculars and my work."
"I completely understand," Natasha assured you.
"I want to see you," You said definitively. "I can move a few things around."
"Well, don't put yourself out," Natasha shook her head. "You can take your time."
"How about next weekend?"
"Next weekend sounds perfect," Natasha smiled. "I have a gig Friday night but we can hang out after."
"Sounds great," You grinned.
"Perfect," Natasha replied. "Well, I've been sitting here for a while. My legs are killing me."
"Sorry, I've kept you," You shook your head.
"I'm not complaining," She replied.
"I'm sure," You laughed. You both hold the phone, simply sitting in silence, as you figure out what you want to say next. It's then you're reminded where you are when Isabella comes rolling over to you. She presses herself into the booth and forces herself into the camera.
"Who is that? Is it Dad?" She asks.
"Isabella!" You exclaimed. "This is not your dad."
"Oh, I see who it is now," Isabella grins cheekily. You notice from the corner of your eye the way Natasha fixes her top. "Hi, Natasha. I’m Isabella Marie, the first daughter."
"Hi," Natasha smiles.”Nice to meet you, Isabella.”
"How are you doing?" Isabella asked, making herself comfortable next to you.
"Doing well, how are you?"
"Good," She replied. "What are you guys talking about?" She snatches the phone from your hands to talk with the woman. Not that you had a chance to stop her. You don't know how you feel introducing Isabella to her so soon. Especially when you haven't defined what this is.
"Uh," Natasha paused. "I was getting ready to ask your Mom on a date. A real one."
"A date," Isabella's face lit up.
"A real one," You added.
"You better," Isabella replied.
"Is that a yes?" Natasha asked.
"It's a yes," Isabella confirmed.
"I think I should be the one to say that right?" You argued. Though technically you both had already confirmed it before Isabella had even stepped over to you.
"You're right," Natasha chuckled.
"Anyways, Natasha, let's talk about the new album," Isabella interrupted.
"I didn't know you listened to Velvet Rebellion?" You look at her skeptically.
"Duh, they're so good. I love them," She replies.
"You do?" Natasha says.
"Yeah, of course. You're my favorite band. I listen to you all the time." She compliments. "My dad kind of likes you too. He thinks you're hot."
"Isabella!" You scold.
"He does," She insisted.
"Thanks," Natasha laughs. "Well, to answer your sort of question, the album is coming along. I'm hoping we'll be done in the next few months. We've been working day in and day out to get some things together."
"Do you guys play any other songs?"
"Yeah, we do. A few covers here and there. We're planning on having a cover song on the new album."
"I think you should do a Taylor Swift song," Isabella suggests.
"Taylor Swift, huh?"
"Yes, her songs are good."
"They are," Natasha agreed. "She has a couple of really great ones."
"You guys should cover 'All too well'."
"Why that song in particular?" Natasha asked.
"Because Mom loves that song," Isabella looked to you. "It's the saddest song she listens to on repeat."
"Oh, does she?"
"It's on my playlist but I wouldn't say it's in my top ten." You answer.
"You totally listen to it all the time," Isabella rolls her eyes. "Anytime she gets sad."
"Well, i hope she doesn't get sad often,"
"I'm not sad," You say.
"She doesn't like to talk about her feelings. She's emotionally unavailable."
"Isabella," You scolded. "Natasha doesn't need to know all of this."
"I just think that if you guys are going to be the Hollywood IT couple you should know these things about each other," She replied.
"IT couple, huh," Natasha chuckled.
"Yes," Isabella nodded. "You guys would be perfect for each other. Mom has had the worst luck with men."
"I can't deny that," You cringe.
"You've had boyfriends?" Natasha asked.
"Just a couple," You shook your head.
"And they're the worst," Isabella continued. "One guy didn't even like kids. We kicked him to the curb so fast. Do you like kids, Natasha?"
"I do," Natasha nodded.
"Do you have any kids?"
"No, no kids," She answered.
"That's good," Isabella said. "Are you looking to have kids?"
"Isabella," You say. "Natasha isn't looking to have kids anytime soon."
"I can answer for myself," Natasha insisted. "No, I'm not."
"Okay, good, because I'm the only kid my mom needs," She replied.
"But one day I may want kids," Natasha answers softly.
"Oh, wow," Isabella is shocked. "I guess I'd be fine with a little sister. Then we could be like Noah and Miley Cyrus. Plus, I think Mama would look cute pregnant."
"Why are you so sure I would be the one to get pregnant?" You ask.
"Because you'd be the most fit for the job," Isabella answered. "Mommy, are you and Natasha dating?"
"We're..."
"We're going to be dating," Natasha interrupts.
"If I'm going to be tag-teamed by the both of you..." You shake your head. You tap Isabella's arm with a warning and take the phone back. "I'm sure Natasha has things to do."
"I'm in no rush," Natasha assures you.
"You're too sweet," You grin. "I'm not going to keep you from your things."
"Okay," Natasha relents. "Bye, Isabella. It was nice talking to you."
"Bye," Isabella waves to the camera. "Make sure you tell Bucky that I really like his tattoos. Also his new haircut is going to be great for the new album cover."
"I'll pass on the message," Natasha assured her.
"I'll see you later," You say, bringing the phone closer. "And thanks for the chat."
"Anytime, doll," She smiled. "Bye."
The video feed cuts out and you sigh, dropping your head to the table.
"What just happened?" You ask.
"You talked to her," Isabella replies.
"And then we were ambushed by a nine-year-old," You said.
"I think I did a great job," Isabella praised. "We know what her intentions are and we know that she likes kids."
"I mean, I guess that's true," You said. "Though I already knew both of those things."
"Did you? Really?"
"I can speak for myself, Isabella."
"I guess," Isabella shrugged.
"Now, come on, let's say bye to Lenny and find Nana. I still have to make dinner for you."
"Alright," Isabella sighed. "Can I stay up late?"
"Not tonight," You replied.
"Oh, come on, Mom," Isabella begged.
"Nope," You said.
When Isabella is in bed and you're tucked into your covers, you scroll through your Instagram feed. Natasha's videos and tagged photos have popped up. Your curiosity continues to get the best of you and instead of going to sleep you decide to be a cyber stalker. In a good way though. You find a picture that you find particularly endearing. It's a difference in the thirst traps. She's sitting with Wanda, on a picnic blanket, in a park. The picture is black and white but you could still somehow see the shade of her red hair.
TheRealRomanoff: Picnic dates are my favorite. 25,000 Likes. 500 comments.
You decide to check the comments. Her fans are loyal.
_@TheRealRomanoff: What's your favorite thing to do on a picnic date?
_@jenx007: Are you and Wanda dating right now?
@widowbaby97: You look beautiful today Nat.
_@BlackWidow: You have a lovely smile, Romanoff!
@blackwidow666: I'd love to go on a picnic date with you.
You read through a few more before opening the text box to add your own. You comment "Cute." before pressing send.
Almost instantly, you receive a message from Natasha.
TheRealRomanoff: Cute? That's all you got for me?
@OFFICIALY/N: Well, it is cute.
TheRealRomanoff: Interesting.
@OfficialY/N: Interesting good or bad?
@TheRealRomanoff: Good, good. Perfectly good. For the record, you're cute too.
You toss your phone to the side. It's been a while since you've had this many butterflies. You want this to be something.
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