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“Y’know, SHIELD is gone now. That means new rules,” Tony pointed out, clapping him on the back. “You could be an Avenger if you want. I’d vote for you.”
“Tony,” Rhodey said. “I don’t actually want to be an Avenger. You realize that, right?”
“I’ll take his spot!” chirped Sam.
“Aw, Sam, no!” Rhodey despaired. “I was going to start a club with you for Avenger –“
“ – boyfriends,” Sam finished, at the same time Rhodey said, “Sidekicks.”
“…wait, what?”
“Oh, sorry, uh, I just kind of assumed – “
“Shut the fuck up, Stark,” Rhodey growled as Tony dissolved into laughter.
“I’ll join your club, Sam,” Bruce volunteered, joining the circle.
“…but you are an Avenger.”
“Also a boyfriend, though. Twice. Which trumps.”
“Ok, that’s fair. You can be our vice.” Sam grinned at him. “May I give you a friendly welcoming pat on the ass?”
“Mm. You may. Thanks for asking.”
“Ok, seriously,” Rhodey sighed, “Is anybody here not screwing anymore?”
“Who’s screwing?” Steve called from the couch. “I’m only sleeping with one of you, thank you very much.”
“He’s old fashioned like that,” Sam explained, crossing the room to plant a smooch on Steve’s head.