Ironstrange/Stony/Stucky (Closed)

A Win part 2(Ironstrange)

Tony found himself leaning on the balcony, another drink in hand. He looked out over the city. The bright streets below busy with people coming and going. He enjoyed coming out here when he was overwhelmed, and his parties never failed to do just that.

"Still at it I see," Steve's voice spoke up then, causing Tony to look over his shoulder.

"I wasn't quite done," Tony shrugged, turning his attention back to the busy streets below.

"It's getting kind of late, I can get Pepper to do her wrap up speech if you-"

"What are you doing, Rogers?" Tony snapped turning to face the blonde.

"I just thought it might be a good idea for you to call it a night," Steve's eyes fell to the glass in Tony's hand.

"What so you can put me to bed, nurse my hangover in the morning? That's not your job anymore," Tony snapped again.

Steve sighed. He'd pushed it. He should have left him alone.

"I worry about you Tony."

"Why don't you worry about Barnes instead."

Steve stiffened at the mention of Bucky. He glanced through the doors to see his friend smiling at something Natasha was saying.

"I can worry about both of you, you know," Steve turned back to Tony.

Tony pinched the bridge of his nose. "Why are you doing this? Why are making this harder?"

"Making what harder?" Steve frowned. He never wanted to make things harder for Tony, not ever.

"This," Tony snapped waving a finger between the two of them.

"I thought you said we could be friends?" Steve's heart clenched. Was Tony taking it back now? Steve didn't know if he could live without Tony in his life.

"Friends yes, but you're acting like we're still together. You're worrying about me like...like you used to," Tony's voice was uneven as he spoke.

Steve's eyes dropped to the concrete floor of the balcony. "I can't help it. I still-"

"If you say you still love me, I swear to god," Tony cut in sharply.

"I'll always love you Tony, that's not gonna change," Steve gave tony a sad look.

"Just not as much as him, right?" Tony gestured towards where Bucky was inside. His tone accusing.

Steve's eyes dropped once again, this time in shame.

"Tony..." Steve sighed. "I thought we were passed this."

"We are. So why are you out here with me instead of inside with him?" Tony's tone was no less accusing.

"Because I don't worry about him like I do you," Steve answered with a sigh. He didn't want to fight with Tony.

"You worry about me more than the brainwashed assassin? Man, I must be a fuck up," Tony downed the rest of his drink.

"Tony," Steve huffed.

"No, it's fine. I mean it's why I'm out here alone right? Pepper and Coulson are dating now, you've got Bucky..." Tony turned back to the balcony edge. "What do I have?"

"Am I interrupting something?" A voice spoke from the doorway then.

Tony and Steve turned to see Stephen; his hands held behind his back.

Tony's gaze softened at the sight of the sorcerer supreme. It didn't go unnoticed by Steve.

"I was just leaving," Steve sighed out. "Goodnight, Tony."

"Wait," Tony caught Steve's arm. He heard the sadness in the super soldier's tone. He hadn't intended to upset him.

Steve met Tony's chocolate brown eyes.

"It's just too hard. You understand, right?"

"I do," Steve nodded slightly, "I'm sorry. But you're not alone." With that Steve pulled away from Tony gently and stepped by Stephen.

"What can I help you with Doc?" Tony asked, turning his attention to Stephen.

"You seemed to be upset, I thought maybe you could use an intervention," Stephen glanced at where Steve was now with Bucky.

"You're good," Tony smirked with a nod.

Stephen stepped towards Tony. "I've been told I'm perceptive."

"It wouldn't be so bad, but it still stings, ya know? He chose Barnes, and hey, look, I get it. They grew up together; they're both super soldiers. It's a match made in heaven, but..." Tony trailed off.

"It's hard to watch the ones you love move on," Stephen nodded. He'd gone through something similar when he and Christine broke up.

"It's not even that, but he still treats me like he used to. He still worrys about my sleeping habits and how much I've had to drink, and he knows me, ya know? He knows when I'm worried or tired or overwhelmed." Tony rubbed his eyes with his finger and thumb.

"And which is it now?" Stephen asked.

"Overwhelmed. My parties are always overwhelming, which duh, it's to be expected, but sometimes..."

"You put too much on yourself," Stephen finished with a knowing nod.

"I just got out of the hospital this morning. I've barely had a full night's sleep. I've eaten nothing but jello for about three days and I'm supposed to put on this face for everyone..." Tony gestured to the ongoing party.

"You can say no," Stephen pointed out.

"But that's not who I am," Tony shook his head.

"People change."

"Not me, I just get more damaged," Tony snorted.

"I know a thing or two about being damaged," Stephen's hands clenched behind his back.

"Why'd you come tonight?" Pepper told me you only stopped by the hospital once and you didn't rsvp.

Stephen straighten his posture, his eyes darting towards the city spread.

"I didn't feel like I was welcome. I was the reason you were there after all. I really only came tonight to apologize."

"But you stayed," Tony pointed out.

Stephen's eyes landed back on Tony. "You asked me to."

Tony felt his mouth get very dry suddenly.

"I should be going though, it's getting rather late," Stephen glanced at the door.

"Right, of course," Tony nodded, dropping his eyes.

"Have a good night, Tony," Stephen turned to walk away when Tony spoke up again.

"What are you doing tomorrow?"

Stephen raised a curious brow, "I have nothing dire planned, why?"

"Maybe we could get a coffee, I know this great place off Oleander," Tony's heart raced as he awaited Stephen's answer.

"Ten o' clock. I'll meet you there," Stephen gave a wink before walking off.

A large smile spread across Tony's face. Maybe he didn't have Pepper or Steve anymore but maybe he didn't need them.

*AN*
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