King of My Heart - Bucky Barnes x Reader

Part 19

"You look absolutely beautiful, Peggy." you stood beside her while Wanda finished the braid on her hair. You collected a few flowers from the garden and made a bouquet.

"Thank you, (Y/N). Both of you." Peggy smiled with watery eyes.

"You deserve it, Peggy. You're like a sister to me and Steve is James's best friend. You're part of the family. You too Wanda." you three hugged each other while tears threatened to fell from your eyes.

The ceremony was beautiful, it was clear that Steve and Peggy were made for each other. Bucky held your hand tightly oh his own, placing his lips on your knuckles once in a while. A gentle reminder that he loves you too, even after all those years knowing each other. And you assured him everytime you could that you loved him the very same, maybe even more.

Like every wedding on the kingdom, the ballroom was full of people, dancing and chatting. The Bardo's music filled the space and despite your growing belly and swollen feet, you manage to sway on the room, as James's hands held you closer to him. Steve and Peggy right by your side but their eyes focused on each other.

"Well, I think I need some fresh air, my darling." you said closer to Bucky's ear.

"Allright, let's walk on the garden..." Bucky started but you motioned for him to stay.

"No, stay with your guests. I'll be right back." you placed your lips on his in a quick kiss before walking outside.

You walked down the staircase, Sam right behind you, probably following Bucky's orders to keep an eye on you. You caressed your belly as the smell of your favorite flowers filled your lungs. You closed your eyes, feeling the light breeze and the sunlight caress your skin.

"It's definitely a lovely day for a wedding." you were startteld by a voice behind you.

"A lovely day indeed. And you are..." you looked at the man now in front of you, confused.

"Oh what a fool! I'm truly sorry, your Majesty. Your beauty left me speachless." the man continued, getting closer to you.

"Stay back if you want to live." Sam was right by your side, his hand resting on his sword.

"There's no need for that, Sir Samuel. I just want to have a word with your king." the man said, unbothered by the eminent thread against his life.

"And you are..." Sam asked positioning himself in front of you now, protecting you for any further actions coming from the stranger.

"I'm Alexander Pierce, an old friend of his father."