Big Bang: Communication and the Lack Thereof

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Title: Communication and the Lack Thereof
Author: aether_sprite
Artist: krusca
Universe: MCU
Rating (both fic and art): Fic: T Art: G
Word Count: ~29,000
Warnings: hurt!Tony, angst, some fluff, soul mate marks, crazy villains, stuff exploding, pining, oblivious!Steve
Notes: This was a story I'd had on my mind for quite a while and it changed so much from it's initial conception to the final product. The soul mate marks don't feature quite as much as I'd originally intended, but they do make something of an appearance and are kind of mainly responsible for everything kicking off. I'm sure the entire story would have gone a lot differently if there hadn't been any soul mate marks. I hope everyone enjoys it anyway.
A huge thank you to the mods of this wonderful fest (I got distracted several times by other stories written for it this year and I can't say I regret it) and to my artist, Krusca. I haven't seen your art yet, but I just know it's going to be amazing!

Fic Summary: An inconsequential touch during the attack on the Helicarrier is all it takes to send both Steve and Tony's lives spiraling out of control. While one tries to bury the truth, the other will stop at nothing to uncover it. And, while they have their own private battle of wills, a new supervillain is leading the Avengers on a merry chase.

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