Warmth of Home (BuckyNat One Shot)

Warmth of Home

Inside their cozy apartment, Natasha and Bucky moved to the soft rhythm of a slow song playing on the radio. The warm glow of a lamp cast a golden hue over the room, and the wallpaper's intricate patterns seemed to dance with the shadows. The night outside was cold, but inside, it was all warmth and comfort.

Their bodies swayed gently to the timeless melody of "It's Been a Long, Long Time," a song from Bucky's youth in the 1940s. Natasha's laughter filling the room as Bucky twirled her around, his metal arm glinting in the light. The window framed a perfect picture of domestic bliss, with Alpine, perched on the sill, watching their every move with serene curiosity.

"You're getting better at this," Bucky teased, his smile soft and genuine.

Natasha raised an eyebrow, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "Oh, really? You think so?"

"Absolutely," Bucky grinned, his tone playful. "Another few lessons, and you might even keep up with me."

Natasha playfully swatted his shoulder, her laugh light and melodic. "We'll see about that, Barnes."

They continued to dance, the world outside a distant memory, the chaos and danger that had once defined their lives now a backdrop to their newfound peace. They had fought hard to carve out this slice of normalcy, and every moment together was a victory in itself.

Natasha rested her head on Bucky's shoulder, feeling the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. "I could get used to this," she murmured.

Bucky kissed the top of her head, his lips lingering in her hair. "Me too, Nat. Me too."

The song ended, but they didn't stop moving. In each other's arms, they found a sanctuary, a place where the past couldn't reach them and the future seemed full of promise.

Alpine eventually curled up on the windowsill, purring contentedly as she watched her humans. Natasha and Bucky continued to hold each other close, their hearts beating as one, finding solace in the simplicity of being together.

In this moment, everything was perfect. They were home.