Mariah and Shades take an important step in their burgeoning relationship.

A place for all of my Luke Cage (mostly ShadyMariah) drabbles

Luke, Jessica, Matt and Danny hanging out at lunch. Part 2 of my Defenders in Detention [Characters: Luke Cage/Powerman, Jessica Jones/Jewel, Mathew Murdock/Daredevil, Daniel Rand/Ironfist, Tony Stark/Ironman, Loki, Phil Coulson, Steve Rodgers/Captain America, Sam Wilson/Falcon, Claire Temple, Darcey Lewis, Tags: High School AU Paitings: lukedanny/powerfist, past lukejess]

Claire thinks about Luke's role in Harlem.

I beg you to read this and not ignore it. This is important to know every week.

"We should be the Defenders!" Danny exclaimed excitably. "What?" They all said in unison. Luke, Danny, Jess and Matt bonding. [Characters: Luke Cage, Matt Murdock, Jessica Jones, Daniel Rand Tags: High school au Pairings: Minor Luke/Jess, Minor Powerfist]

Lyla Brandon, princess of The 69'ers MC is looking to get out from under her Father's thumb, spread her wings and make a name for herself. Her knowledge of the crime world could prove beneficial as Diamondback moves in closer to Harlem and its gangster community. Shades seizes the opportunity to further his power quest, but will he lose his heart in the process? Shades/OC

After the death of her sister, Cori Conners struggles to live a normal life without her. However; Cori's life never seemed to be quite that 'normal'. Dealing with her true born gifts and the love of her life, Hernan 'Shades' Alvarez, Cori must over come obstacles and a harsh war looming above Harlem.

Luke Cage has never like coffee, or being a hero. He'd rather spend his days alone with a nice cup of orange juice. But perhaps a king can help him to see the greatness in himself...and in his least favorite beverage.