Birthday (Avengers x Reader)

You sighed, walking into Stark Tower. Being one of Tony's friends, he had allowed you to stay there for a couple months. You had just finished work, and you were ready to have a relaxing night.

It was your birthday, and it hadn't gone so well. Nobody at work remembered and everybody treated you badly, like usual. You felt as if nobody appreciated your hard work.

When you walked into the tall building, it was deserted. You spotted a little card. In red lettering, it said 'Happy Birthday, from The Avengers. Your birthday surprises are located on your floor!' You smiled, at least they remembered! You ran to the lift, squealing with excitement. Pushing the button for your floor, it slowly raised to your destination. You burst out the door, deciding which room to check first. The bathroom.

You rushed into the bathroom to find the bath full of bubbles. Rose petals had been scattered over the heavenly treat. A card was balanced against the wall. It read, 'Happy birthday, from Thor.' You undressed and jumped in the bath. It was ice cold. Screaming, you rushed out and put a robe on. You sighed, was this just a joke?

You walked into your bedroom to find another card. The gold writing glinted in the light. It said, 'Happy birthday, (f/n)! This will look great on you! From Tony'. A puzzled expression spread across your face as you looked around the room. Hanging in the wardrobe, a purple dress twinkled, it's beautiful jewels catching the light. You gasped as you felt the gorgeous material. You tried it on. Zipping the back, you stepped into the mirrors view, to see your reflection. The dress hung limply on you, wrinkling at the middle. It was clearly a size too big for you. Taking it off, you threw it on the bed. Could your day get any worse?

This process repeated itself, again and again. More cards and more presents which weren't right. Bruce had bought you books you had already read, Steve had bought you a beautiful bunch of flowers which you were allergic to, Natasha had given you some shoes which were the wrong size, and Clint had bought you an album of a band you didn't even like.

You slouched on the sofa with a tub of ice cream. Sniffling to yourself, you switched on the television. Your phone rang, and Tony's face flashed on the screen.

"Hello, Tony." You said over a mouthful of ice cream.

"Hey doll! Your birthday surprise isn't over yet! A car is waiting outside for you!" He said with an excited flare in his voice.

"Sorry Tony, I don't think I'm coming out tonight. It's been a rough day."

"Oh okay", he said with a deflated sigh. You said your goodbyes and hung up.

After watching an episode of your favourite show, you started hearing voices. You recognised them immediately.

"Hey guys." You said as the crew walked in.

"We got you some dinner, it's your favourite!" Steve said, as he flopped down on the sofa next to you. You smiled and thanked them gracefully.

"Lady (f/n), what is troubling you? Did you not like our gifts?" Thor asked with a concerned expression.

"No Thor, they were lovely." You tried to reassure him, and not hurt his feelings.

The Avengers all sat down on the sofas and chairs that surrounded you. Natasha had bought a huge bar of chocolate for you and Thor had a huge bucket of popcorn. Sure, they didn't get you great presents, but they tried so hard to make your birthday special. They were great friends. They really did care about you. Their friendship was a gift in itself.

You spent the rest of the night snuggled up with Bruce and Clint on each side, laughing with the group, eating your sugary treats and watching movies.

Maybe this birthday hadn't been so bad after all.