Once Aya has explained, Pepper feels both foolish and disappointed.

"Aw man, I was really hoping I would get to meet another superhero. Not that you're not still really great and all," she adds quickly. "Sooooo did that Hal Jordan guy tell you about Green Lanterns so you could become one or does he just really like exposition? Also, wow, that is one nice rock," Pepper finishes, pointing to the soul gem.