Although Tony had rarely visited the company lately, he still occasionally asked her out, and their relationship had progressed by leaps and bounds.
She had thought she had earned at least a small place in Tony's heart, but now it seemed she still couldn't compare to Potts. For a moment, she felt hurt.
Tony paid no attention to that. Never mind that Natasha worked for S.H.I.E.L.D.; even if she had no affiliations whatsoever, she was still just a pretty face.
Having a little fun with her now and then was fine, but Tony would have to be out of his mind to let her manage the company.
Just then, a call came in. "Mr. Tony, a gentleman named Nick Fury is here to see you."
Listening to the receptionist, Tony raised an eyebrow, a curious gleam flashing in his eyes.
"Nick? What's he doing here?"
"Send him up."
"Of course, Mr. Tony."
After hanging up, Tony glanced back at Natasha and smiled. "Your boss is here. Want to see him?"
A flicker of embarrassment crossed Natasha's face, and she hurriedly said, "No, you two talk. I'll head out."
With that, she quickly left the office.
She had been working here with Tony for some time now. Not only had she failed to obtain any intelligence, she had gotten herself entangled with him, too.
So hearing that Nick had arrived brought her no joy at all. Instead, she felt uneasy and naturally wanted to avoid meeting him.
Tony didn't insist. He straightened his collar and waited quietly, curious to see what Nick wanted from him.
Soon, the office door opened, and Nick walked in.
Tony didn't get up to greet him. He lounged in his office chair and smiled. "Well, this is a rare visit. What brings Director Nick to my