Broken Past (Avengers/Captain America FanFic)

Chapter 4

.Chapter 4

* KATE'S POV *

They were starring at me for a moment there. They didn't move a muscle. Was something wrong? What did I do?

I broke the tension and said "is something wrong?" I then waved a hand across their faces.

They somehow broke from the trance they were in and kept an awkward silence.

I continued to speak again "what's happened? Talk to me"

"Nothing, it's just that-that.. I've-I've... You're-you're the most beautiful woman I've ever seen" Steve blurted out.

I blushed at his speech and said "thanks. You're not so bad yourself" I punched his arm lightly in response.

He blushed as well and tried to look away. Bucky then spoke up "now I can see why Dylan wanted you to work for him so badly" he said while chuckling. Suddenly all of us started chuckling. I don't know why, cause its not even funny. It just felt like the moment needed some laughter.

Our chuckled died down. Bucky then spoke again. "You know, you're welcomed to stay here for a few days. In fact you're welcomed to stay here as long as you needed to"

"It's ok, Bucky. I don't wanna bother you guys anymore" I declined politely.

"Oh no, it's fine. It's completely fine. Even Steve here would want you to stay. Isn't that right Steve?" Bucky continued while looking at Steve for an approval.

Steve nodded and said "sure, why not. You're always welcomed to stay"

"Ok. Thanks"

"Wait a sec. You don't have any clothes or other belongings with you?" Bucky questioned.

"Nope. They're not with me. What I'm wearing now, is all I have" I said while gesturing to what I was wearing.

"I think Steve can lend you some of his clothes. I think they'll fit you just fine" Bucky said while smiling.

He turned to face Steve waiting for a nod. Steve paused for a second, and then nodded. He went to his room and came out moments later holding a plain plaided button-up shirt. I took it from him and smiled.

I was then escorted into a room to get changed. I only wore the plaided shirt Steve gave me over a pair of shorts I was wearing earlier. It looked sorta like a boyfriend shirt over underwear. But I didn't care, cause it was all I had. Bucky had told me that he would find some clothes for me tomorrow.

I laid down on the bed and drifted off into a deep dreamless sleep.

* STEVE'S POV *

'Bucky had just asked the most beautiful woman to stay into our low rented apartment' I told to myself.

"I know you like her, Steve.." Bucky's voice interrupted my thoughts.

"What?"

"I said you like her" he said a little louder this time, but not too loud.

"W-What makes you think that?" I asked a little shuttered.

I like Kate. But a woman such as herself, would never fall for a skimpy guy like me. Bucky would make a much better choice. It would be alright for me if she had chosen Bucky over me, I get rejection a lot. I'm fine with it now. I've learned to grow in it. But for some reason, I wasn't that happy about letting her go without a fight.

"I see the way you look at her, Steve... Your eyes tell it all..." Bucky continued with a sly tone.

This guy can read minds!

"N-No... I don't" I insisted.

"Calm down pal. I know you like her. But you don't have to admit it if you don't to. I'm perfectly fine with you keeping secrets from me... Your best bud... The guy that saved your ass when you were in trouble.... Your-"

"I know, I know you're my best pal.. And I shouldn't keep any secrets from you..." I cut his off, knowing that he was trying to rub it in, for me to tell him.

"So... Do you like her? If you do, I may have a plan to set you too up..."

I hesitated telling him the truth. I turned to my left and couldn't help by smirk at his question. I turned back to face him and mumbled "yes.."

"Ho, ho, ho!" He started laughing. I couldn't help but roll my eyes and smirk at his crazy comeback. Oh Bucky.

He tried to refresh himself again and said "Steve, listen. This is great news man! You're finally stepping up! Don't worry pal" he placed his hand near me. "I've got a plan that'll surely get you two together in no time. Bucky's guarantee" he continued.

"You know Bucky, maybe she likes to take things slowly. Not too rushed you know?"

"Steve, don't let this opportunity slip pass you. This is a big break for you man! You better take things quicker, at least get it to the first level. Or else you might end up loosing her to someone else"

"Bucks, look at me. I'm a wimp. Would she choose me? The chances are sly"

"Don't be so down to yourself, Steve! Trust me, the plans gonna work just fine. Now lets get some shut eye. We'll start tomorrow"

Bucky left the hall and made his way into his room. I shook my head at his assurance. I doubt she'll pick me.