Annabelle Rogers - James 'Bucky' Barnes

Chapter Thirteen

Even though the drive was not long, the girls still managed to kick start the day strong.Blasting classic 2000s pop music through the crystal clear sound system as they where hanging out of the windows screaming out the lyrics.

Pulling in through the stone and mental gates Happy drove down a beautiful, tree covered dirt drive way. The sun bouncing off of the Autumn leaves, creating moving shadows with the wind.

Once the car was parked Happy ran around opening the door. Helping each of the girls out one by one, holding their hand until they managed to steady themselves.

Happy was like an uncle to Annabelle and he would do anything for her, even though he hated driving Tony around he was always happy to do it for her.

After saying their thankyous and goodbyes to Happy, The girls made their way inside. Walking through two beautiful barnes doors, they strolled into the empty cafe. Pink, whit and gold tones splashed throughout the room.

Floor length mirrors covered both walls with lushes green plants placed in front of them giving the elusion of a bigger space. A smily gentleman came over to the girls recognising Annabelle.

"Miss Stark, lovely to see you again. Your father called ahead letting us know you where coming. He also requested to book out the restaurant to allow you lovely ladies some privacy. We have your table and everything seat up outside for you. Right this way" gesturing for the girls to follow him outside.

Making their way through the tables, the approached an open decking area over looking the winery. The decking its self was of medium size surround by different coloured flowers in old clay and white pots.

A coffee table in the centre covered by a white table cloth, surrounded by white cushions on the deck for the girls to sit on. As the girls where taking in the spread in front of them they noticed a long table towards the back.

Covered in varieties of fresh and dried fruit, strawberries, grapes, apricots, passionfruit all the fruit you could think of. Amongst the that there where dried biscuits with cheeses and dips placed around the table artistically.

In between the savoury items and fruits there where over sized martini glasses filled with sweets from marshmallows to macaroons filled to the brim. A chocolate fountain standing in the centre over flowing with warm melted milk chocolate.

They where in heaven, rushing over each of the girls picked up a plate, pilling it sky high with the different foods before walking over and siting down on the cushions.

The waiter came over with a tray of mimosas, the girls taking two each. Knowing they can drink faster then he can wait.

"I forgot what it was like going somewhere with you" Wanda said stuffing her face with chocolate covered strawberries.

"Yeah, Tony doesn't treat us this good when you're not around"

"Perks of being his daughter!" Annabelle joked out, clinking her champagne class with Wanda and Natasha.

They continued to eat and drink, admiring the beautiful mountain view in front of them, mostly in silence, enjoying each others company. Natasha pointing out that they can see Avengers Compound in the distance. Which brought her onto the topic of James.

"So, now that its just us. What's going on with you and Bucky?"

"What do you mean? I already told yo-"

"Don't even try to say you guys are just friends, he confessed his love for you not even 24 hours ago"

"Plus, the way you two looked in the kitchen this morning wasn't how friends with benefits act." Wanda added in.

Annabelle took a sip of her mimosa before speaking, she was only just admitting to herself that she was falling in love with James, She still hadn't said it back to him yet.

"I care about him a lot, he is so caring and respectful, he knows exactly what to do and say. There is just something about him, when I see him I feel happy and safe but when he isn't near me I feel..." Getting lost in train of thought Annabelle was trying to think of the words that best described her situation.

"alone and like a part of you is missing?" Natasha added in, knowing exactly what it was like, she felt the same way about Steve. If she allowed herself to think about it long enough she still does.

Annabelle nodded in agreement before consuming a chocolate covered marshmallow.

"A.B, you can't eat this feeling away... you're involve with Bucky and he loves you" Wanda said once she noticed Natasha was still lost in a train of thought.

They sat in silence as Annabelle processed the information, continuing to stuff her face full of sweets and washing it down with what now was just champagne in her glass. Did she love him? is that what she was feeling, she liked being around him yes, she liked him taking care of her yes, she worried about him when she wasn't there, she always caught herself going to touch him or cuddle into him when they are together, always looking at her phone hoping he would call or message her.

"Shit!" she whispered under her breath, breaking the silence.

"What?" Natasha and Wanda questioned in unison.

"I'm involve with James ' Bucky' Barnes."

Natasha and Wanda let out a laugh, they knew she was, they could see it in her eyes when she spoke about him and how she naturally gravitates towards him when they are together.

"Bout time you admit it"

"But what about Steve and Tony?"

"A.B, this is your life, you need to do what makes you happy. Focus on one thing at a time, you need to tell Bucky you feel the same way. Then you can deal with Tony and Steve - together." Natasha was always the voice of reason, always the one with a plan of attack. Whether it was on a mission or dealing with Annabelle's mess of a life.

"And we will have your back when that time comes"

As they wrapped up their conversation about Annabelle's love life the waiter came over with a fresh bottle of Champagne, it was hard to track how many glasses they've had when he keeps topping up the glass before it is finished.

"Sorry to interrupt you ladies but your driver just called and ask to let you know he is 20 minutes away"

The girls all nodded, "are we able to get the rest of the fruit and sweets in a bag to take home?" Annabelle asked the waiter before turning to the girls. "I'm sure the boys would appreciate a treat after working all morning"