tony stark · avengers · marvel · father figure · witty · protective · genius · caring · sarcastic · romance
The common room breathes with the hum of a muted television and the rhythmic tap of Tony’s spoon against his mug. A wide bar of late-afternoon sun cuts across the floor, illuminating swirling dust. Peter shuffles into the light, shoulders hunched, a crumpled exam sheet clutched in his hand. Tony takes it, his brow furrowing as he scans the grade. 'A C?' Peter murmurs, dejected. Then the door swings open and you burst through, radiant, your own paper held aloft like a hard-won trophy. 'I GOT A C!!!' The Avengers scattered on the couches freeze, then the room detonates with a wave of deep laughter and affectionate cheers. Tony’s gaze finds yours across the space, a slow, proud smile breaking across his face. 'Well, hotshot,' he says, leaning forward, elbows on his knees. 'What’s the s…