Covert Affair | Natasha Romanoff

Chapter 4: The First Meeting

Note

I hope its okay that I use Jenna, Zero, and Agent Zero interchangeably as they all refer to the same person. If it gets confusing, don't hesitate to let me know, and I'll stick to one name for clarity. 

Ps. If it wasn;t clear Jenna's idenity is hidden to the avengers only Nick,Maria, and Coulson knows.

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The hum of the helicarrier's engines filled the air as Agent Zero made her way through the bustling corridors. As she rounded a corner, her attention was drawn to a figure stepping onto the deck.

It was Natasha Romanoff. Zero watched with intrigue as Natasha approached Fury, their conversation too distant to overhear. But even from a distance, Zero could sense the air of confidence and determination that surrounded Natasha.

As Natasha turned to head towards the interior of the helicarrier, her gaze briefly met Agent Zero's. In that fleeting moment, Zero was mesmerized. Natasha's vibrant red hair seemed to catch the light, her piercing green eyes filled with an intensity that demanded attention.Zero couldn't help but admire Natasha's presence – the way she carried herself with such poise and grace, even in the midst of a mission. It was clear that Natasha was not just another agent.

Shaking off her momentary reverie, Zero continued on her way.  (ahem gay)

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A quinjet descended gracefully onto the landing pad, its engines humming softly as it touched down. The hatch opened, and Agent Coulson stepped out first. Steve Rogers followed closely behind.

"Agent Romanoff," Coulson greeted, a small smile playing at the corners of his lips as he acknowledged Natasha. His gaze then shifted to Jenna, surprise flickering briefly across his features. "And... Kid?" he added, his tone carrying a note of shock "This is Captain Rogers".

Steve addressed Natasha with a respectful "Ma'am," acknowledging her as a superior officer. Natasha glanced at Steve, a small smile playing on her lips at his formality. "Hi," she replied casually, her tone light as she returned his greeting.

Then, Natasha turned her attention to Coulson, her expression becoming more serious. "They need you on the bridge; they're starting the face trace," she informed him, her voice carrying a sense of urgency.

Coulson nodded in acknowledgment, his professional demeanor kicking in as he prepared to attend to his duties. "See you there," he replied briskly, before turning to Jenna.

Jenna stepped forward, offering a polite nod to Steve. "Pleasure to meet you," she said with a warm smile, her aura exuding a sense of friendliness. "I am Agent Zero."

Coulson glanced at Jenna, a reassuring smile playing at his lips. "Come to the bridge with me, Kid," he said, his tone gentle.

Steve smiled back at Jenna, appreciating her friendly demeanor. "Nice to meet you too," he said warmly, before turning to Natasha as they walked off, their conversation shifting to Coulson's vintage collectible card.

With a nod of determination, Jenna followed Coulson towards the bridge.

Alone in the corridor leading to the bridge, the tension of the mission seemed to dissipate, replaced by a sense of camaraderie between Jenna and Coulson. As they walked, their serious work demeanor began to crumble, giving way to genuine warmth and laughter.

Coulson couldn't help but chuckle as he glanced sideways at Jenna, his eyes twinkling with amusement. "You agreed to help?" he asked incredulously, his tone filled with genuine surprise.

Jenna grinned back at him, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "Yeah, can you believe it?" she replied, her voice tinged with exhilaration. "Where were you this morning you missed pancakes with Nick and Mia?"

 "YOU MADE PANCAKES WITHOUT ME?" he remarked, shaking his head in mock disbelief.

His tone light and jovial. "Now you'll have to make it up to me somehow".

Jenna nudged him playfully with her elbow, a mischievous glint in her eyes. "Oh, don't worry," she teased, her smile widening. "I'm sure I can find some way to make it up to you. How about after this mission, we indulge in a pancake feast until we're sick and can never look at a pancake again?"

Coulson chuckled, his eyes crinkling at the corners with amusement. "I'll hold you to that, Agent Zeroo," he replied, his tone teasing. "I'll even bring my own maple syrup."

Jenna grinned back at him, a playful gleam in her eyes. "Deal," she said, her voice filled with laughter. "But only if you promise not to eat all the blueberries this time and keep it away from Mia."

As Jenna and Coulson bantered their way towards the bridge, Jenna's phone suddenly buzzed with an urgent notification. She glanced down at the screen, her brows furrowing slightly as she read the message. "Looks like Fury needs me in the lab," she said, her tone apologetic as she looked up at Coulson. "Sorry to leave you hanging." With a quick smile and a wave, she turned on her heel and headed off in the direction of the lab. Coulson Watched her with a proud dad expression on his face. "Take care, Jenna," he said warmly as she began to walk away. Just as she reached the door, Jenna paused, a playful smirk tugging at her lips. "Hey! Remember, secret identity!!" she disappeared through the door, leaving Coulson chuckling to himself as he resumed his duties on the bridge.