Chapter -15 Shopping

The sunshine through the hotel window landed softly on Pepper Potts' face, illuminating her natural beauty and adding a warm glow to her complexion. As I stir in my sleep, I find myself gazing upon her peaceful countenance, with a contented smile still etched upon her lips.

She has not yet awakened, so I decide to feign sleep a bit longer, hoping to avoid causing any discomfort or disturbance to her slumber. However, as I lay there quietly, I can't help but observe her reactions as she gradually begins to stir, softly shifting her position on the bed.

As she slowly wakes up, the dreaded feeling of a hangover begins to overwhelm her. Despite the initial discomfort, she eventually manages to shake it off. But as she opens her eyes, she realizes that she is not alone in the bed. To her horror, she is lying next to a stranger and both of them are completely naked.

The memories of the previous night's events start to flood back and she recalls the intimate moments she shared while under the influence of alcohol. Her breath becomes heavy and her heart races as she panics at the thought of what might have happened during her drunk state.

Pepper was overwhelmed with emotion and began to sob softly. She had just lost her cherished virginity to a stranger, while under the influence of alcohol.

The events of the previous night were hazy and unclear, and she now faced the possibility of pregnancy. This was not just a physical loss, but also an emotional one, as Pepper felt violated and unsure of how to move forward.

In the Marvel universe, the use of contraceptives among women is not prevalent and is often viewed as a negative act.

This lack of contraception leads to a high number of pregnancies, both among heroes and villains, even in instances where the women have been victims of sexual assault.

The cultural stigma surrounding birth control creates an environment where women are less likely to use it, resulting in unintended and often traumatic pregnancies.

The lack of access to or willingness to use contraceptives contributes to a higher incidence of unwanted pregnancies, especially in cases where the women have been sexually abused.

I am unsure of whether she is going to start crying, so I quickly stop my actions and sit down on the bed.

I am now thinking deeply on how I can prevent her from crying. I am at a loss for words, not sure of what I can say to comfort her in this situation.

I recall that it was she who initiated the kiss and I was unable to control my desire for her. The heat of the moment took over, leading us both to lose control.

As she notices me stirring and waking up, she immediately stops her tears and quickly wipes away any evidence of her crying, not wanting to appear weak in my presence. With a deep breath, she puts on a strong demeanor, speaking confidently and firmly as if to reinforce her bravery.

" I don't know much about you personally, and don't know what I am doing now, as no idea comes to my head and it is not like you force me into it but I can't go to Tony like this, I can't face him now."

"I am aware that you have a fondness and affection for Tony Stark, but it is evident that he does not reciprocate those feelings towards you at this moment. We have both lost in passion and desire, and it is unfortunate that it comes to this.

However, I want to offer my support and let you know that I am willing to care for you for the rest of your life. If by chance you do become pregnant, I will take full responsibility and give our child my surname.

I must be transparent with you and inform you that I have other romantic relationships and will continue to seek more in the future and for you I am not gonna abundant others.

However, I promise to never abandon my responsibilities as a parent and ensure that you never feel sad or alone."

"As for Tony Stark, I don't feel any remorse for him. He needs to take responsibility for his own problems. If you feel obligated to him, it's not reciprocal. You have the right to live your life without him. He doesn't have control over you. " I replied back.

I told Pepper that she is free to come and go as she pleases and I won't force her to be with me. She can continue with her work or do whatever she wants. However, if she becomes pregnant, I will make sure she lives with me until our child becomes an adult. If she wants to live with me now, she can, and we can try to build a relationship together.

Pepper speaks with confidence as she states, "I am unsure of what my next steps should be, but if I were to get pregnant, I would come back to you. Despite that, I will continue to work at Stark Industry as you mentioned. Tony does not own me and I have wasted many years of my life serving him. From this day forward, I am determined to live my life for myself and not waste it on anyone else again. Your words have been a source of inspiration and I am grateful for them."

"Are we on good terms now? If the answer is affirmative, then don't let sadness overcome you. I am currently transferring a considerable amount of money to you to cover your expenses until you come to me and buy yourself a villa with top-notch security measures." I spoke out and immediately transferred five billion dollars to her account.

As we conclude our discussions, she begins to put on her clothes from the previous day, but I intervene and instruct her to freshen up.

I inform her that she can take a day off and I will accompany her on a shopping spree. The reason being, the transfer of funds I made to her account has not yet reflected in her bank balance, as it may take some time for the large amount to be processed by my bank.

Pepper heads to the bathroom to freshen up with a shower. Meanwhile, I rummage through the closet and pull out a sleek and attractive dress. The hotel, being generous, has made it available to us complimentary, free of charge. I place the dress neatly on the bed.

As soon as she exits the bathroom, I proceed to take a refreshing shower. Meanwhile, she carefully selects a dress for me to wear. She reciprocates the gesture by choosing a suitable outfit for me to wear.

As we take a refreshing shower and enjoy our breakfast, we proceed to check out. I am responsible for settling the payment for our stay and for the clothes we are wearing. The hotel staff kindly offer their assistance and efficiently wash and pack our clothes, placing them securely in my car.

As we settle into our seats in my car, we embark on a journey to New York's finest shopping mall. Our mission is to allow Pepper to shop for anything she desires. Upon arriving at the mall, Pepper immediately sets out to make her purchases, taking advantage of my wealth as she selects various items for herself. With each item she chooses, she shows her appreciation for my generosity, making the most of this opportunity to indulge in a shopping spree.

After we finish shopping, we treat ourselves to a delicious lunch at a high-end restaurant. The ambiance is refined and the menu offers a range of gourmet options. We enjoy a satisfying meal and conversation before heading to our next destination. I then make a stop at her house, where I take a moment to catch up and spend some quality time with her.

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