Possessed - Bucky Barnes x OC

Part 28

For the first time in his life— James was looking forward to a gala.

He had always attended events without a date or occasionally lugging along some random girl he had been sleeping with, usually hating her and himself by the end of the night. They would make inappropriate comments or embarrass him in front of potential investors. One time, his date was caught doing a shit ton of coke in the bathroom and ended up puking in the middle of the dining hall.

But this time was different.

He was bringing his gorgeous little doll into his world. She was always on her absolute best behavior, so he knew it would be a perfect evening.

As a sweetener to the night, he had a little surprise in store for her.

Hopping out of his Bugatti, he ran up to Maggie's apartment. Using the key she gave him, he walked right in. After the night she went out, she gave him one of her spares just in case something ever happened again, but being his impatient self, he used it every time he went over. She didn't mind. It always made her smile to see him walking through her door.

"Doll?" He called out, listening for her response.

He heard her soft voice ring through from her studio. A beat later, she ran out, screaming joyfully, sprinting towards him and jumping into his arms. She pressed a hundred kisses to his face, making him chuckle as he held her to his chest. "Someones excited."

"Of course I am." She beamed. "Why are you here so early? I thought it didn't start for three more hours."

"It doesn't, but I have a surprise for you at my house."

"I have to start getting ready soon." She pouted.

He shook his head. "No, you don't. Just grab everything you need for tonight and let me whisk you away, alright?"

She was quickly learning to never second guess James. He always had something up his sleeve and more than anything— always, always, always, knew best.

When they got back to his house, he walked Maggie upstairs with a grip on the back of her neck, holding her garment bag and small duffle in his other hand. When they got to his master suite bathroom, she was startled to see two men standing inside settling up a massive collection of beauty products and styling tools.

"Gentlemen," James called, making the two of them turn around, "this is Miss Margaret Everlee."

"Uh, hi." She gave them a meek smile and a wave.

"Doll, these are some good friends of mine. Armand and Leo."

Both of them were incredibly chic. Armand stood tall, wearing a lightweight vertically striped shirt, buttoned low on his sternum, chest decorated with layered necklaces. His deep skin tone was was highlighted with gold on his cheekbones and a subtle metallic eye liner to match.

Leo was a bit shorter than average. His long blonde hair was tied back into a bun, revealing his clean cut beard. He wore a tight black t-shirt, paired with colorful paisley trousers. Tattoos covered his arms in intricate designs, running all the way down to his ring covered knuckles.

"I see why you call her doll, James." Armand teased. "She's adorable." He reached out, grabbing Maggie by the hand and twirling her around, making her laugh.

"She is, isn't she." James smirked. "Now sweetheart, Armand and Leo are going to help you get ready. They're both extremely talented, so trust their judgement, okay?"

She nodded obediently, looking around the room at everything they had set up. The master suite bathroom was more of a spa, so even with all of their beauty lights and chairs they had set up, it still felt incredibly roomy.