One of the earliest truths learned by the children of heroes is the simple, universally accepted fact that Thor tells the best stories.

When he was younger, Clint wished really hard for someone. They could be on the road to anywhere and they invariably are. Clint's fingers rest on Coulson's and, like the trapeze or the bowstring, he has learned the value of grip and he doesn't leave bloody fingerprints anymore.

“It's a contingency plan in case of accidental teenagering,” says Stark.