and he's back.

[shaves]

That was a little abrupt. Not that I'm complaining, a short leave of absence to recharge your batteries or more specifically, mine, can't argue with the logic behind that if it puts me in the long-term penthouse. You could still make it up to me, obviously. Those little Twisties things they sell near you? Toss a dozen in a box, send them my way and we'll call it even. You should probably send some to Pepper and Bruce, too. Add red and green sprinkles respectively, they'll love that. It won't look too Christmas-y, will it? Actually, scratch that, get the red glaze and make the topping yellow, nobody can complain about Sorry I Vanished gifts that present the universally delicious task of licking Iron Man themed pastries.

Arguably, I could have been doing something more constructive with my time than spending it in the garage for a couple of months. I've been relaxing, cut me some slack. Look what's coming up for me! I think I deserve a Get Out Of Jail Free card before the whole messy business hits home.

This was not my fault, you can't blame a guy for holding him in indentured servitude. Where are my chocolate Twisties?

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[shaves]

[ natASHAAAA why. ]

Feeling less flattered.

[debts]

[ Yeeeeees? ]

I like to keep the spark alive.

[shaves]

I think the moment that spark got a little too close for comfort was when it jabbed me in the neck with lithium dioxide.

[debts]

And yet you're still standing. How about that.

[shaves]

I suppose that's not the weirdest come-on I've ever had.

[debts]

I try to make myself memorable.

[shaves]

Memorable depends on whether you're up for shawarma again, that could be fun. Possibly. I'm curious, does Fury let you off the leash or do you have to sit and beg? 'Cause I could be there to help. And watch that.

[debts]

Sometimes I even do tricks.

[ Her smile cuts a little sharp. C'mon, Tony, double dare ya. ]

[shaves]

[ Ooo, ooo. ]

Look at that, finally some context for 'roll over'.

[debts]

I do like coming out on top.

[shaves]

I don't have much experience with that aspect of you, but I'll be sure to ask Clint next time he drops in.

[debts]

You could ask Maria instead.

[ Because when you assume, Tony, you make an ass out of yourself. ]

1/2

[shaves]

[ Oh. ]

[shaves]

[ Oh. Ahahahaaaa, like he even cares at this point. ]

Absolutely. The next thing on the agenda.

[debts]

[ It's a true human marvel as to why anyone keeps you around, you know. ]

I knew you'd respect my privacy.

[shaves]

[ Irresistible charm, you know it's plain as day. Under overcast skies. ]

Hey, you just dragged me over the doorstep and invited me to privacy Thanksgiving. Don't boot me out.