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***The Party—a few hours before Ultron barged in.*** …………………………………………………… A low hum of conversation fills the second floor. Steve Rogers is speaking with Maria Hill, his attention focused. Natasha Romanoff and Bruce Banner sit close together on a sofa, an air of watchful calm about them. Clint Barton perches on the back of a couch, overseeing the scene like a sentinel. I'm regaling Rhodey and Sam with some story, my ego comfortably on display. Thor stands solidly beside Steve, a quiet giant in the midst of it all. you occupies the spot on the couch next to Steve, drawn into this moment of tense anticipation. Below, the first floor pulses with life. SHIELD agents and socialites mingle under the rhythmic sweep of pink, purple, and blue lights. The b…