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The D in Apartment 23

Every Morning

Harry had just undone the perfectly tied black bow that was holding the deep blue glittery lid on the box, the perfectly placed tissue paper was the next to be disturbed, finally revealing what the birthday gift was. She stared down at the security pass with her credentials and photo on it, before flicking her eyes back to Tony and the rest of the team. “Congratulations Dr Fitzpatrick you passed security clearance. Not even a parking ticket on your record, you might be the squeaky cleanest of us all.” The billionaire smirked quickly changing it to a smile when he saw her eyes glass over.
“Are you serious?” She looked down taking the laminate out of the box studying it to check it wasn't a prank.
“We are. Welcome to the team doll.” She heard from the side of her as her attention turned to Bucky who had a face full of pride. She quickly put the box on the table that was housing the simple chocolate cake, and the rest of the presents, and threw herself into his arms a little sob filling his ears as he chuckled hiding her outburst.
“Thank you.” She finally spoke out wiping her eyes carefully to ensure Natasha’s hard work of her make up didn't go to ruin. She thought back to when she told Bucky she was quitting her job at Central Hospital.

“Can we talk?” She asked as Bucky’s hands found their way to her hips whilst taking a bite of her bagel. They were stood in her kitchen and she had been fighting with herself about when would be the right time to tell him what she has done.
“Are you breaking up with me? Why would you let me eat your mouth covered bagel if you are going to do that?” He laughed making no effort to move, he was thinking back to all the chick flicks she had made him watch and the response was pivotal in the storyline. “What's wrong?” He whispered in her ear kissing the side of her neck.
“I'm quitting my job at Central.” She started of, shoving the bagel in his mouth when he opened it to protest. “I've been working on a theory secretly and the director of the hospital found some of the papers on my desk. I don't trust him at all and I noticed a tattoo on his arm of a symbol from your past.” She quickly spoke so that she could get as much out before he finished the bite of bagel.
“HYDRA?” He asked and she nodded, her hair tickling his Adam's apple. “Are you sure?” His grip tightening on her hips.
“Pretty sure. We don't really have dealings with him, but, when I have he gives off a feeling of deceit and confident. Like he knows he won't get caught.” She looked at him for the first time over her shoulder. “If I quit, my research stays mine, if he fires me when I don't turn it over then it will become theirs.” She shrugged like it was nothing, but, Bucky knew otherwise. “I've got some money from my mum and dad's estate to tie me over until I get a new job and I’m going to hand my research over to Bruce; I trust him to keep it safe.” She told Bucky of her plan and she realised that is why she waited to tell him.
“You've already done it all haven't you?” He asked with a smile as she blushed. “I’ll support you, but, we have to tell the others that's a new lead they can investigate.” He told her as she nodded. “I love you Harry.” He told her before kissing her lips softly as she smiled and repeated the sentiment.

“What are you think so hard about?” She heard from the side of her, watching Natasha’s arm stretch over for a cupcake.
“Just everything. I can't believe how much my life has changed.” She laughed taking a sip of her drink as Natasha rolled her eyes.
“Please don't cry again, you will ruin your make up that took me forever to do.” Nat laughed nudging the doctor. “So come on tell us about your day.” She smiled as Wanda came and joined them both.
“I heard what you were about to talk about thought I would join.” The young witch smirked as Harry chuckled.
“Unbelievable.” She shook her head. “It was perfect. We went to the zoo, he got us passes’ to get into the penguin enclosure and I got to feed them. I was closer to them then I am to you guys now. I’m not too proud to admit I cried.” She laughed. “We then went for food and it was just amazing.” She gushed with a blush at how bad she was sounding. “We were nothing but a normal couple for the day and for once in forever I was actually happy on my birthday.” She blushed.
“Good I’m glad. You deserve this happiness Harry.” Wanda smiled at her giving her arm a rub, Harry smiled looking between them both.
“What? What are you not telling me?” She looked at them both.
“Nothing nothing. What makes you say that?” Natasha lied effortlessly.
“If you ladies don't mind I'm just going to steal Harry away for a moment, just for this one dance.” She heard from behind her, turning to see Bucky stood there with that smirk on his face as he took her hand pulling her towards the dance floor.
“Buck I can't dance.” She whispered quickly tugging on his hand to pull him back. She wasn't sure if he were ignoring her or just didn't hear her but either way she was stood arms around his neck, as his rested snugly on her waist. “Buck I really cannot dance.” She whispered
“Then you need to learn.” He whispered with his cheeky grin. “Stand on my feet.” He told her as she raised her eyebrow. “Go on otherwise you will only end up standing on them anyway. I'm a big boy you won't hurt me.” He laughed as she carefully did what he told her, his grip tightening just a little once he started moving. They stayed silent for a few minutes just enjoying each other's company until Harry broke it.
“Bucky thank you so much for everything you have done.” She whispered watching as he looked down at her with a smile. “For so long I didn't see the point in celebrating my birthday, but, here you are actually making me want to blow my candles out. I know your the one who got me on here and I just love you is what I am trying to say.” She blushed under his gaze.
“I didn't.” He spoke after a while. “I didn't get you on here. You did that. As soon as I told the team what you had done by quitting, as soon as Bruce told everyone of your research and how it could be used in ways you never want it to, they agreed you were the best candidate for the role. Besides you already do most of the work now patching us up, you might as well be on payroll.” He laughed as she chuckled leaning up to kiss him.

“Can you not get into his head see when he is going to do it?” Natasha asked Wanda, the suspense of Bucky’s surprise killing her.
“No, he’s not even thinking about it anyway.” She looked over at the agent who in turn was staring at the couple.
“He better not go back on this. I don't think Peter could keep it a secret any longer.” Natasha laughed watching the teenager who was smiling at the couple.
“So why do I need to learn how to dance?” Harry asked Bucky with a smile once he’d twirled her, he glanced at the clock and noticed that the time was 00:01 meaning it was no longer her birthday, taking a deep breath he looked down at her.
“Well I was hoping that with a bit of practice you would like to dance with me again, to a song of our choice, preferably with you as Mrs Barnes.” He whispered and it took a few seconds for realisation to kick in, Bucky taking the opportunity to spin her out, his free hand instantly finding the ring in his pocket, he held it out enough for her to see when she span back in. “I’ve asked Peter for permission; Harriet Fitzpatrick will you let me make you coffee with four sugars every morning?” He asked winking at her as she laughed, the tears falling silently.

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Comments

So cute! ☺️

Trista Sterling Trista Sterling
10/27/17

I love this story!!!!!

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7/25/16