This story is part 17 of the 'An Avenger's...' series but it can be enjoyed as a standalone. The events take place in a Post-Snap world featuring characters from across the MCU.
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Alone in the shadowy darkness of the Avengers Compound Natasha Romanoff slouched behind a desk; assembling herself a drab peanut butter sandwich as the hologram relayed nothing but bad news:
"It's been 67 days since the snap. I've been out to the rim of the galaxy and everywhere it's the same-"
Pausing the blue flickering image of Carol Danvers managed to sustain her composure in spite of the dire circumstances:
"-Its more than confirmed; Thanos wiped out 50% of all living creatures."
Nodding again the Black Widow said nothing, the platinum blonde cutting the bread in half before finally taking a bite out of her measly meal.
Concerned for her stoic colleague Carol attempted to rouse the Avenger:
"Status update?"
Finally raising her gaze Natasha's eyes shimmered, muttering back at the hologram before her through a mouthful of sandwich:
"Well my girlfriend turned to dust. But otherwise? Super."
Seeing the fragile woman blink back tears Carol wished she could be more supportive. As a seemingly immortal cosmic warrior however the Captain found it hard to relate to humanity. And holograms couldn't exactly hug.
"I know things are tough Nat, that you miss her... but stay strong okay? I'll be on Earth again soon."
Nodding numbly Natasha took another large bite of her unappealing sandwich. The hyper-fit Avenger wouldn't usually settle for such a tragic meal; determined to be combat ready for the next crisis. But such diligence seemed meaningless now; After all her avoiding carbs hadn't exactly saved the Universe.
"I've got a mission for you."
Desperate for a distraction from her deepening depression Natasha straightened-up, finally making eye-contact with the hologram:
"What is it?"
"Rumours of a rogue alien species currently on Earth."
"Where??"
"San Francisco."
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Waiting on the steps of the Superior Court of Justice Natasha leant against a massive pillar; turning away from the bright Californian sunlight as she surveilled the men and women passing by.
Keen eyes scrutinising the entranceway Natasha attempted to ignore the messy street beyond, discarded cars and trash crowding the dusty sidewalk; sad reminders of a pre-snap world.
Double doors swinging open Natasha watched as a gaggle of workers escaped the courthouse, spotting a woman that matched the description of her target; business casual blonde, middle-parting, black polo neck and a tight tartan skirt.
"Anne Weying?"
"Yes?"
Distracted by her heavy workload the woman turned as Natasha slunk out from behind a pillar:
"You're prosecuting the Life Foundation?"
"That's me."
Smiling Natasha extended her hand. Careful to put her target at ease the blonde swallowed her compromised emotions, electing to speak in her trademark sensuous drawl:
"I'm Natasha Romanoff. You must be a hell of a lawyer Ms. Weying?"
Shifting a briefcase under her arm Anne accepted the compliment, shaking Natasha's hand as she replied:
"Well, when a insane billionaire blows up a rocket above a major populus the indictment kinda writes itself."
Nodding Natasha followed the attractive woman as she brusquely descended the courthouse steps:
"I'd like to ask you about that; I have some questions regarding the incident."
"The Avengers really want to take on more alien monsters after everything that happened in Wakanda?" Anne shook her head:
"You guys didn't exactly save the day last time..."
A pang of guilt rising up in her belly Natasha resisted a harsh comeback, retaining her professional demeanour:
"We'd like to get a handle on any more upcoming threats."
Reaching her car Anne dropped the briefcase, responding sarcastically as she rummaging for her keys:
"Well I just got out of court after a 6 hour hearing so I'm not looking to talk any more today!"
Sensing the lawyer's weariness Natasha changed tact, falling back on seductive habits as she perch on the car's bonnet:
"Well then why don't I take you out for dinner and we talk off the record?? After a couple of drinks who knows?? You might just blow off some steam."
Considering this latest offer Anne turned back to the infamous Avenger. Stepping up close to the curvaceous blonde her lawyer instincts kicked in. Getting in Natasha's face Anne stared her down with those dark brown eyes. The blonde responding accusingly:
"You look a little tired Natasha Romanoff? Lost a few hours of sleep recently??"
Holding firm Natasha smiled back flirtatiously:
"I'd be prepared to lose a few more with you?"
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Falling backwards onto the bed the two women writhed together, colliding against the sheets seconds after entering the hotel room; mouths sealing against one another as they kissed furiously.
Laid out underneath the aroused lawyer Natasha was surprised by her intensity; pinned to the mattress by the civilian. Of course she had known there was no love lost between them; Anne had made it clear she felt the Avengers were hacks so she had been surprised when their night ended in sex.