7 Years (Modern AU)

Part 9

Beep.

Beep.

Beep.

Over and over again was the beeping of the heart monitor that filled the silence of the hospital room. Bucky sat anxiously in the seat next to your bed holding your hand. You were in the operating room for 3 hours. You had a deep cut on the back of your head and pieces of glass had lodged their way into your side. You had broken ribs and your lungs were punctured. You flat lined twice. Bucky had thanked the doctor, Doctor Cho, over and over again for saving your life.

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Bucky tried following the EMTs, but Steve stopped him, "Hey, Buck. You have to stay here and tell me what happened."

Bucky eyed his blood-covered hands, "It happened so fast. One moment, we were kissing. The next, I was on the ground." Bucky's eyes started to water again.

Steve immediately pulled his best friend into his arms and hugged him. He let the man sob into his shoulder whilst he gave comforting words, "She's gonna be alright, man. It's okay. She's strong. She'll push through."

"I don't want to lose her again. I can't lose her."

Steve pulled back and made Bucky look him in the eyes, "You listen to loud and clear, pal. Y/N's going to be alright. Don't think of any negative shit. Now you get into my car and we'll follow her to the hospital. While you wait for her, you call Wanda and tell her what happened. Let her know that you'll be at the hospital the entire time and that you'll keep her updated."

Bucky nodded, "Yeah. Okay." Bucky wiped his eyes and gave a deep breath, "Thanks, man."

Steve pat his friend on the shoulder and gave him a sad smile, "It's what I'm here for."

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Bucky was woken up to the sound of his phone next to him. He jolted awake and groaned at the stiffness of his neck. He regretted laying his head on the bed. He quickly saw that Wanda was calling and answered, "Hello?" His voice laced with sleep.

"Hey, uh, Belle's been asking about you guys and I honestly don't know what to tell her."

Bucky ran his hand through his disheveled hair, "I'll come by and explain everything to her. Lemme just call Nat or Steve to see who'll wat-"

"No need." Bucky turned around to already see them standing in the doorway.

"Or nevermind. I'll be there in a few, Wanda. Just act normal."

"Okay. See ya in a bit."

Bucky hung up and stood from the uncomfortable chair. He stretched, "Hey."

"How is she?" Nat asked taking Bucky's seat.

"Her vitals are normal now. They had to put her into a coma though." Bucky said dishearteningly. He sighed, "So you guys will watch over her for me? Tell me if she wakes?"

Nat nodded, "Of course. She's in good hands. Go see Belle."

Steve gave his best friend a curt nod and held car keys to him, "I brought your car." Bucky took the keys thanked them as he exited the room. As he made his way to the car, his thoughts went flying around in his head all jumbled up. He couldn't imagine losing you like this. He thought back to all the good times you and he had. After all, Steve said not to think of "any negative shit".

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Your laughter filled Bucky's ears. Every time he heard it, his heart skipped a beat, "That totally looks like an elephant!" You argued.

Bucky shook his head smiling wide, "No way, babe. That's a giraffe!"

"But it's fat!"

Bucky paused, "...It's a pregnant giraffe!" You both burst out laughing.

You two were sprawled out on a blanket on the beach pointing out different shapes and faces in the clouds above. It was your 1 year anniversary and Bucky felt so lucky that he's been able to call you his for a year.

He sat up with a nervous smile, "Hey, doll."

You sat up, "Yeah?"

"I have something for you." Bucky said simply taking out a small Tiffany and Co. box from his pocket.

You groaned, "Buck, I thought we agreed no presents."

Bucky chuckled, "Yeah, but when do I ever listen?" He handed the box to you, "Open it."

You smiled as you untied the ribbon and lifted the box. Your eyes softened. Inside the box was a with two hearts intertwined. You looked up at Bucky, "I love it. Thank you." You pulled him by the collar of his shirt and kissed him.

"I love you, Y/N."

"I love you too, Bucky."

Bucky took the necklace and you immediately faced away from him. He brought his arms around you and secured the necklace. It resting perfectly on your chest."

You faced Bucky again, "So? How does it look?"

Bucky just took it all in. The way the sun shined down on you so perfectly illuminating your skin. The way the sun captured the two hearts that rested on your neck and shined up at him. Yours and his heart intertwined.

"Absolutely perfect."