The Avengers (2012)
Steve/Tony
NC-17
Wordcount: ~14,000
Summary: Sir Stephen Rogyrs is a farm boy from a noble family who has fallen on hard times. He dreams of being a knight of the realm, but is too small and unhealthy to be selected at local tryouts, despite his determination. Crown Prince Anthony Edward Stark is the only son of King Howard and Queen Maria Stark, heir to Starkhold in the Avengard realm. He is a genius at alchemy and weaponry, but resents his duties to the throne. The two clash at a page tryout, sparking a chain of events leading to a fast friendship and a lifelong love...(Eventually, that is.)

Notes: Written for avengers_rbb. Inspired by orenjimaru_s's absolutely gorgeous piece (<a href="http://emorenji.deviantart.com/art/So-Strong-a-Thing-324250355">DA</a>/<a href="http://orenjimaru.tumblr.com/post/30517895376/so-strong-a-thing-rbb-fic-read-the-fic-here-d">tumblr</a>). Major thanks to her for her constant suggestions, encouragement, feedback, and support. Please go tell her how amazing she is! ♥

Thanks to delicatale, sirona_gs, and radioaches for their excellent modding--they were flexible, patient, kind, and made the fest a joy to participate in without being too daunting.

Dedicated, as always, to my cousin, best friend, and partner-in-crime, kitzakatza--thanks for letting me cackle madly, babble on nervously, and cry on your shoulder. Thanks for pushing me to stick with my writing when the going gets tough--I wouldn't be here today except for you. Love you, bb! ♥

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