Eight months later,
Willow was at the campus bookstore, it was her day off so she was able to get ready for her junior year of college. She was standing in the English book section when she went to reach for the book she needed.
Bucky was coming down the aisle, to find his freshmen English and Writing books. When Willow lost her balance. Bucky seen her he dropped his books and caught her.
"I got you doll." He said
She felt his strong arms around her, whispered "Thank you."
He helped her stand up, and pick up her books. "Which book was you needing?" He said
"English 103." She said
Bucky got the two other books she named off for her.
"Thank you so much. I am Willow Thomas most people call me Willa." She said
He smiled at her, "I'm James Barnes, but most of my friends and team mates call me Bucky. And before you ask its a form of my middle name. I am named after my dad and it was just easier when my friends were around.." he said
"What's your middle name?" She said
"Buchanan." He said as they walked towards the math section.
"I like it." She said
When they finished, they both left the campus bookstore. They were parked close to each other so after he put her bag of books in her car. He put his in his car.
"Bucky, would you have lunch with me? It can be my way of thanking you." She said
"You don't have to do that, but I would love lunch." He said
They headed to The Emory restaurant. During their lunch they got to know each other and clicked instantly. The conversation didn't go dull or have any awkward silences.
After it was over they exchanged numbers and left with smiles.
YOU ARE READING
Age is Nothing But A Number
RomanceWhen a 17 year old Bucky gets into college a year early. He falls for Willow Thomas a 21 year old junior at UMass-Boston. The problem..Willow isn't sure about dating a younger guy. What will it take for her to take him seriously?
