August 9th. The date used to mean a lot to Spencer and her mother. The two of them would always go get ice cream and spend the day on the beach. But after the accident things changed. None of Spencer's foster families really bothered to remember it. Spencer just kind of forgot she had a birthday. There was no point in celebrating alone.

Spencer peels her eyes open in the light that shines through her curtains. She narrows her eyes and turns away from the light, trying to go back to sleep. She hears her phone go off, but she ignores it and closes her eyes.

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Tony is working in his lab on a new suit. He was so close to figuring out nanotechnology, he could feel it. Maybe if he asked Spencer if she could help... "Boss." Tony frowns as FRIDAY's voice cuts through his music. With a groan he leans away from his work. "What now? Fury want to send us on another mission?" The holo screen in front of him changes and reveals Spencer's file. "No, it's Spencer's birthday."

Tony freezes. His mind processes what was just told to him, then his eyes widen. "It's what?!" FRIDAY highlights Spencer's date of birth. "Her birthday sir. You tasked me with reminding you of any upcoming--" Tony shakes his head. "No that's not what I meant." He frowns. "Why didn't she tell me herself?" He looks down at his work and ponders for a moment, then he looks up. An idea sparks in his eyes. "FRIDAY, call everyone minus Spencer to the meeting. Call Underoos too."

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When Peter got the message that Tony wanted him at the compound he almost fell off the skyscraper he was currently on. He was freaking out. Was there Avengers business? Was someone in danger? Was he going to take his suit away again?

"I'm here! I'm here!" Peter pants out of breath as he runs into the meeting room. Tony and the other Avengers give him looks, then Peter turns red. "Jeez. Calm down kid." Steve turns to Tony. "What's this about Tony?" Tony smiles and the hologram of Spencer's file appears. Peter becomes even more red. Had Mr. Stark figured out that he and Spencer were dating?

Tony smiles. "It's Spencer's birthday." He clarifies. Peter relaxes, then looks confused. How come Spencer didn't tell him? Natasha leans forward. "We throwing a party?" Tony nods, and gestures to all of them. "I need your guys' help to get it set up. We need someone on pizza, cake, decorations, and we'll need someone to keep her distracted." Wanda and Pietro stand. "We'll do decorations." Tony nods and Pietro speeds them both out of the room.

Natasha stands up. "I'll do the cake." She leaves the room, then Bucky, Steve, and Sam stand. "I guess we'll do pizza. Gives us an excuse to go into the city." Tony nods, then looks to the remaining group. Clint and Bruce stand. "We can get snacks." Clint is the best at birthdays, seeing as he has kids of his own so of course he would know the best birthday snacks.

Tony looks at Peter and raises an eyebrow. "You think you can keep her busy Underoos?" Peter nods furiously, and Tony gives him a suspicious look. "Alright. She usually sleeps in late so it should give you time to do your own thing for a bit." Peter nods and runs off. Tony looks down at the table and ponders what to give Spencer. He's never been good with giving gifts. Pepper was always the one that handled things. Wait, that's it! Pepper! Tony rushes out of the room, his phone to his ear.

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Spencer sleepily walks into the kitchen and grabs a bagel from the fridge. When she closes the fridge door she is face to face with Peter. She jumps and holds her hand to her chest. He laughs, and she hits his arm, giving him a playful glare. "I came over to hang out." She raises an eyebrow and glances at the direction of Tony's lab. Peter notices and shrugs. "He's busy." She narrows her eyes at Peter, but shrugs and continues to make her bagel.

"What do you want to do?" Spencer purses her lips, then walks over to the white board on the fridge. 'X-Box?' She writes. Peter smiles and nods. "Oh yeah! I've heard of this cool survival game to play." Spencer nods and sits down with her bagel. Peter sits next to her and eyes her. "Anything special about today?" He asks sceptically. Spencer gives him an odd look, then shakes her head. Peter looks down at the counter in thought. Was it really her birthday? Why would she keep it from him?

Spencer and Peter both sit in front of two separate TV's in the game room. They were going to play 'The Forest'. It was supposed to be a pretty hard game. Gory too. Spencer can't help but laugh at Peter's bald character, then again she was a dude too. There weren't any female avatars for the game. Oh well.

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A few hours later the Avengers finally finish setting up Spencer's party. Sam, Steve, and Bucky got Round Table pizza, her favorite. Natasha came back with a chocolate cake, and Clint and Bruce got cinnamon rolls. All Spencer's favorites. Clint also jokingly bought her some cookie dough.

Tony nods as he looks around the room. Perfect. "FRIDAY, call Underoos and Weasel down to the room." The Avengers get into position, and Tony turns the lights out. Excitement bubbles in each of their chests.

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"Spencer, Peter, Boss is requesting you both come down to the meeting room." Peter sharply inhales, but lets it out so Spencer doesn't notice his excitement. Spencer frowns and pauses the game. She gives Peter a questionable look and he shrugs.

They both make their way over to the meeting room and Peter feels the box in his pocket, making sure it is still there. He smiles, and pushes the door to the meeting room open. Spencer raises an eyebrow at the dark room and when she flicks the light on everyone jumps out. "SURPRISE!" She jumps a bit and stares at them in shock. Tony starts walking towards her and she breaks down in tears. Tony frowns. Did he do something wrong?

Natasha smiles softly. "Tony." He looks at her and Nat points at Spencer. "They are happy tears." Tony looks at Spencer and she nods, pulling him into a bone crushing hug. Tony smiles bigger than he ever has before. Spencer was hugging him. Intentionally. He hugs her back and everyone watches with smiles on their faces.

They pull apart and Spencer finally gets a look around the room. All of her favorite foods. She laughs at the cookie dough that sits in the center of the table. Peter taps her shoulder and Spencer turns to him. He hands her a small box. She stares at him and her eyes water. "Open it." Tony encourages. Spencer nods and pulls the box open. Her eyes widen at what she sees. A big smile spreads across her lips, and she pulls Peter into a hug It was the most beautiful ring she's ever seen. And it was just so perfect.

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As the celebration commences, Spencer has never been happier. All her worries and strife are long forgotten and she finally celebrates her birthday. She couldn't believe that she was actually 18 now. No more running from CPS. She was free. And with her father. In a happy relationship with Peter and an amazing family: The Avengers.

Near the end of the night Peter and Spencer share a meaningful look. Maybe it's time they tell the Avengers about their relationship. Spencer nods and they step up to the center of the room. Tony raises an eyebrow, and a smirk spreads across Natasha's lips. Peter and Spencer hold hands and Peter kisses hers. They smile at each other and face the Avengers. Pure shock is written on Tony's and Spencer can't help but laugh. Clint begrudgingly hands Natasha $20.

"You're dating?!" Tony yells.

AND TONY IS STILL CLUELESS.

HERE IS THE RING THAT PETER GOT SPENCER

IT IS LITERALLY SO PERFECT FOR HER. SHE LOVES THE STARS AND IT HAS A LITTLE LIGHTNING BOLT ON IT. AND IF YOU HAVEN'T NOTICED THE SHIP NAME SPARKER IS PERFECT TOO BECAUSE... SPENCER'S POWERS ARE SPARKING? GET IT? AN UNINTENTIONAL PUN

ANY WAY

YOU GUYS ARE GONNA START HATING ME IN THE NEXT CHAPTER.

AND THE LAST FEW CHAPTERS.

I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S ALMOST OVER🥺

I HOPE YOU ENJOYED!

BYE!