past prologue.

Who: Col. James Rhodes, USAF, and the Senate Intelligence Committee
What: Classified hearing about Stark Global Services and the Avengers project
When: Last week
Where: US Capitol, Washington DC
Warnings: Nefarious deeds afoot.

( For instance, in the event of a war, could we rely on Iron Man? )

Who: Natasha and her mystery date (cameo by Clint, thanks Ros!)
What: He really wanted Natasha; now we find out why.
When: Saturday afternoon, 13 September.
Where: A palatial supervillain estate in South Carolina.
Warnings: Language. References to nasty business.

( I imagine it may have crossed your mind that I lured you here to exact some kind of payback ... )