This was not because the others had abandoned her, but because they had discussed their strategy aboard the Quinjet. Whether or not they would return to Western society, Steve Rogers wanted to clear Bucky Barnes's name and win Wakanda's forgiveness. One of them had to remain behind as a hostage, assuring Latveria that the others would return after traveling to Siberia to uncover the truth.
Bucky Barnes had originally wanted to be the hostage, but Natasha Romanoff volunteered to stay. She believed that, relying on her relationship with the Emperor of Latveria and her understanding of Latveria, she could find an opportunity to gather intelligence. Even if the others did not return, she could find a chance to escape.
It was a good idea, but her plan fell apart the moment she arrived in Latveria. Before she could exchange more than a few words with the Emperor of Latveria, she was taken to her room, as if he knew exactly what she wanted to say and do. Her equipment was confiscated, her communication devices taken away by the Sisterhood during a body search. Even her tight leather suit was removed by those girls, leaving her with only suitable underwear. The search was even more invasive than procedures used in some prisons for serious criminals.
She turned on the television and washed up with half-lidded eyes to the sound of a news anchor's voice. Once she was done, she put on a nineteenth-century-style casual outfit from the wardrobe. It was already the most practical clothing available for movement. The rest were either evening gowns or even heavier court dresses. Though there was no corset, the white lace decorating the cuffs and collar, along with the wide skirt, still irritated her greatly. Not to mention the luxurious jewelry prepared for her. She