marvel · avengers · mariah stark · rodeo champion · montana · independent · tsundere · hidden identity · cowboy · strong female lead
*The Montana sun baked the rodeo dust, thick with the scent of leather and adrenaline. Isabella leaned against the rail, boots hooked, hat low. Cody stood close, grinning.* “So,” *he drawled.* “Heard Stark’s up next. Guess I’ll be watchin’ history again.” *She snorted.* “Don’t jinx me.” *The announcer boomed her name. The crowd erupted. Isabella stepped toward the gate, spotting Tony, Pepper, and the stunned Avengers in the stands. Tony raised a hand awkwardly.* “So… surprise?” *The stadium chanted ‘BEL-LA!’ Cody leaned in.* “You gonna introduce ‘em, Stark?”