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    Bucky's lips felt rougher than she was expecting, but she felt like as weird as it might sound they fit him well. And she didn't mind the way they felt against her own. This was a kiss she'd remember for sure. One that seemed to short really, but they did have to breath eventually so pulling away from one another was logical. She let out a soft sigh and kept her eyes closed for just a few moments once they pulled away from one another, but their foreheads were still pressed together, and her fingers played with the hair on the nape of his neck. "I agree," she said softly wondering what this would mean for them now. Then she remembered that she had people coming over for at least a week and she wasn't exactly sure how he would feel about that. He probably wouldn't want to be around them given he was trying to stay hidden, then something else hit her and she pulled back and bit her lip.

    "Captain America is coming here," she said moving her hands to his shoulders. "I literally just spoke with him earlier today. Apparently, a friend of mine back in America is friends with him and trying to set up our other friend with him. And I totally invited them all to come and visit and they'll be here like in my house," she said running her fingers through her hair. "I know that he is, was, whatever, I know you two were close at one point and you literally just said you wanted to avoid getting him pulled into anything. But he's going to be here. He doesn't know that you're here and that's not why I invited you over. But I felt like you should know so you can take whatever precaution you need to," she said feeling her heart ache at the thought that he could leave right now and she'd never see him again. Or that he might think she betrayed him or that things could go south when she truly didn't want that.
    Steve looked around the bakery once they walked in and it brought a smile to his face. It for sure reminded him a lot a place he and Bucky went to in Brooklyn in the 40s. "You know Bucky and I use to go to a place like this back before the war. I'd go with him usually because it meant homemade ice cream by Ms. Flo which was the best in Brooklyn, but he usually went to win points with whatever dame he was dating at the time. The dude was a total ladies man," Steve said laughing a little. It had been a long time since he'd had a happy thought that involved Bucky. Anymore they were just sad thoughts about how Steve had let his best friend down or thought about what he could do to try and find him. But it was nice to have a good reminder of him.

    "So what's your best seller?" He asked taking a moment to actually look around at all the items she had for sale. "And what exactly are you doing to the cheesecake?" He asked running his hand over his neck. "Just because I've always been a sucker for some good cheesecake, and I have a feeling if yours is as good as those brownies you made then I might have a new favorite," he said with a smile. This really did feel nice, to be out and about trying sweets and just overall feeling light and happy for once in a really long time.
    May 5th, 2019 at 11:54pm
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    Bucky didn’t want to stop kissing her but he knew they both needed to breath, he smiled softly. Touching her face with his metal hand. She felt so soft, he gently removed some loose strands of hair from her face and smiled giving her nose a soft kiss. Not really sure why he did it, he just felt like giving Maddie some affection. The girl has only been in his life for thirteen or so hours and he was already becoming attached, not something he usually did. Especially now more than ever, he was glad though, how open and understanding she was. How she was still single was beyond him? Maddie was a beautiful woman with a big heart, from what he gather. Bucky could learn to love her, he didn’t want to rush things he just met her, but he couldn’t possibly be away from her. Bucky carcasses her face smiling softly, “I don’t know what it is about you, Maddie, but I just felt some sort of connection. I just like you a whole lot” he said softly his cheeks turning pink.

    Bucky raised his eyebrows when she mentioned Steve, he was coming here? How could he possibly .. then he looked at her. “What a strange coincidence don’t you think?” He laughed softly. Bucky didn’t want to leave Maddie his heart would ache for her, he wanted to spend more time with her. Bucky looked at Maddie, “I don’t want to leave, I know this is so soon and sudden, but today has been one of the best days in decades for me. Meeting you ..” he blushed as he spoke. Bucky rubbed his hands together, “I can’t avoid him forever and i rather he find me than the government. I’m not leaving, “ he said firmly. “As weird as this may sound Maddie I want to know more.. I’ll try to not show up here when they come but somehow I’m sure I’ll run into him...”
    Annie smiled as she listened to Steve talk, it was nice he seemed so relaxed now. “Sounds like Sam to me” She chuckled nudging him, he rolled his eyes, “sounds like Bucky and I would get a long then huh?” Sam was kind of a ladies man himself. “Sam used to call himself chocolate thunder” Annie laughed making Sam roll his eyes again. “Ladies loved it I can’t help it.” Sam walked behind the counter and went to grab a cinnamon roll. “If you weren’t my friend Sam I’d kick you out, sure help yourself” she shook her head.

    Walking over to Steve she looked around, “it’s between the brownies and chocolate chip cookies, two classics . I sprinkle them with salt and it makes the flavor stand out more so they taste better. Shhh it’s a secret” she giggled. She looked up at Steve, he was taller than she thought he’d be, of course she was like 5’2 so anyone is tall to her. “Well, I’m mostly playing with fruit flavored ones. I try to have like a special thing, different flavors every month, like right now it’s early spring so lemon blueberry. In like Christmas I’ll have peppermint.” She thought more about this, “I have the classics tho, New York style, berry swirl, chocolate . I want to dedicate one to Brooklyn though I’m not sure what I’d use.. I’ll come up with something.”

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    May 6th, 2019 at 12:43am
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    Madeleine smiled softly at Bucky before sighing. “I just don’t want you to get hurt. Or caught by the government because I’m sure they wouldn’t be very gracious,” she said biting her lip. “You don’t think he would turn you in if he caught you here do you?” She asked him trying to figure out how to best handle the situation at hand. After all, she had already told Annie all about this new guy she’d met and that his name was Bucky so she was sure it would only be a matter of time before someone figured that one out. And sure had a feeling Steve Rogers would want all the information she had. But she didn’t want to give that up if Bucky would prefer she didn’t. If he wasn’t going to run though maybe they could figure something out.

    “What if we just call them and tell them you’re here. Then we can see how he reacts. And if it’s bad we can skip town and if it’s not bad maybe you and Steve can have a reunion. I mean I know you don’t want to involve him but you really can’t hide from him forever. And if it’s good you can just stay here. I have plenty of room. I mean I know it’s not off the radar like you’re probably use to but it’s a safe place,” she said almost feeling like she was begging him to stay which was insane. She knew she didn’t have to beg for that, but she also knew that he had to keep himself safe or she would never see him again. So she needed to make sure that Steve was safe.
    “Chocolate thunder? Really?” Steve laughed. “And did ladies actually like that,” he asked Annie wondering if that was something women were into. “Bucky never called himself anything like that as far as I know, but he did know how to smooth talk a dame. It’s still crazy how girls chased after him like they did. I have never been that lucky though,” Steve laughed as he thought back to poor little Steve in Brooklyn who was too ill to even join the me war. That Steve would’ve never gotten a date had it not been for Bucky. And even then all the dates he did go on were awkward.

    He really couldn’t help but kind of be in awe of the place. “Oh do you have any of the lemon blueberry cheesecake? Because that sounds absolutely delicious,” he said feeling his mouth water just at the thought of it. “Well if you ever want some insight into Brooklyn and at least what it was all about in the 40s I would be happy to help,” he said smiling fondly thinking of his home.
    May 6th, 2019 at 01:45am
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    Bucky reached to touch Maddie’s face again she was just the most beautiful dame he has ever seen and Bucky has had his share of women. Well, that felt like a life time ago and maybe it was a life time ago. He thought for a moment, “you know I don’t think he would then me in, we’ve been friends since the 30s. He disobeyed orders just to find me and bring me home safe. Something tells me he hasn’t changed. At least not as much as I have.” He thought about her proposal of staying here with her, he didn’t really have much of a place. “I would like that, I’d you don’t mind having me, my place is well not really a place “ he laughed. “I’m in hiding after all.”

    Bucky thought more over that, “I think maybe I’ll hide in your room when he’s here and just listen.. you could ask him some questions.. but then he’ll her suspicious hmmm...” Bucky cupped Maddie’s face with his hand smiling “you’re very kind and sweet it’s why I like you so much” he leaned in and have her a soft peck on the lips. “I’m sorry I couldn’t help it.” Bucky was trying to figure out how this was going to happen.
    Annie laughed “they did, thought he was the hottest man, I’m over here rolling my eyesS, he’s a massive dork.” She chuckled. Annie smiled, “your friend must have been a very handsome man, like you” she spoke softly. Sam whistled, she turned around and stuck her tongue out. Stop eating my cinnamon buns” she laughed. “I’m sorry I’m only this childish when Sam shows up.” Annie looked at Steve, “I’ read about you in the museum and to be honest I would have gone out with you even before your muscles, you’re very caring and selfless.. “ she blushed looking at her hands.

    Annie nodded “I do actually I was decorating them as you were walking in, it’s one of my favorites.” She shiver Sam playfully when he winked st her, Annie brought a couple slices handing one to Steve, with a fork, “I loved sweets, “ she took a bite of her cake and closed her eyes in satisfaction. “It’s so smooth and creamy, .. one of my favorites for sure.”

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    May 6th, 2019 at 02:08am
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    Maddie smiled and wrapped her arms around his neck, "I really don't mind at all," she told him wanting to truly keep the moment alive and honestly see where the night would take them. But honestly, there were a few things they actually did need to figure out before things got dicey. "I don't mean to be a pain but we should decide if we want to tell Steve you're here before he comes. Because I may have already told Annie your name, and while I don't know that she would put two and two together she could. Which if she does she could very easily tell him before he gets here anyway. And I just don't want anything to go south. I mean even if he wouldn't turn you in maybe it would be a good idea to at least forewarn him so he's not totally shocked when he gets here. Because I'm sure you're not wrong, if you hide in my room and I ask all these weird questions he's likely going to be real suspicious," she said before resting her head on his chest and sighing.

    If she could explain to anyone what was going on right now she would. But she didn't even know what was happening right now herself. There was this man she'd only just met earlier that day in her living room and she'd already kissed him three times. She was already attached to him, and as odd as it sounded to herself she was thinking about what it would be like to be intimate with him. Putting it that way made it sound like she'd called him over to be a one night stand. She hadn't though, truly. Maddie was almost certain she was feeling some things because she was comfortable around him and because even though there was nothing to worry about currently the thought of possibly losing him forever if the government did find him made her want to experience as much as she could with him to have those memories forever. And she could say with her whole heart there was no one else she'd rather share those parts of herself with.
    "Oh, I'm sure that wherever Bucky is if he came out of hiding it would be for a pretty dame. Just like I'm sure that girl would have a hard time telling him no. Because everyone thought he was handsome back then. And even though last time I saw him he was kind of not himself, he's been in hiding with HYDRA down long enough that hopefully he's pulled at least some of himself back together," Steve said really hoping that if he did ever find his friend even if he wasn't exactly the Bucky Steve remembered he was similar. Steve really didn't like the thought of his best friend running around not even knowing who he was. The only thing Steve really wanted for his friend was to clear his name and help him gain his life back. Because if Steve got the chance to move on, possibly find love again, and be happy then Bucky deserved the same. And honestly, he felt like Bucky deserved it more after everything he'd been through in the last seventy years. It actually made Steve upset thinking that while he was under the ice, then waking up and becoming an Avenger to try and save the world his best friend was being tortured and brainwashed into the monster HYDRA wanted him to be.

    Enough about his past though, he really didn't want to think much more of it for a while. Not unless it was good things. "I'm not much of a sweets person myself really. However a good slice of cheesecake has always been a weakness," he told her right before he took a bite, and he literally felt like he'd gone to heaven it was so delicious. "Okay this is the best cheesecake I've ever had in my life," he said nodding his head and taking another bite. If he hadn't already started to see that maybe there was life outside of how he was living currently and that living his life rather than moping around like a sad puppy was no way to live then he would've seen it now. Because the cheesecake was enough to make him see that he'd actually been missing out, on a lot of things.
    May 6th, 2019 at 04:59am
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    Bucky’s hands were on Maddie’s hips when she wrapped her arms around him, his forehead pressed against her’s. Enjoying this semi intimate moment between them, Bucky was smiling. He cleared his throat and thought for a moment or two. Bucky couldn’t keep running from his former best friend, he guessed that maybe he should go ahead and confront him. Bucky pulled back for a moment and stared into Maddie’s eyes. He rubbed her back gently when she pressed her face on his chest, “Yeah, I think maybe you should go ahead and tell them. I can’t keep running and hiding from him.” He lifted her gave gently with his fingers, “when I first started remembering things I went to the museum and I gotta fell You it’s weird seeing yourself in a museum, the best friend, the sidekick the only one to lose their life in battle.” Bucky sighed softly “except that I didn’t die, and sometimes I wonder if maybe I should have?”

    Bucky bit his lip and looked at Maddie, “What’s done it’s done. I’m going to try and recover from all this and move on with my life. Somehow, maybe he could help me.. “ Bucky rubbed her hands gently kissing the top of them, “Is it so bad that I’m already attached to you? I don’t want to freak you out.” If Steve was Here hed make fun of him for falling so hard for a beautiful dame. Or maybe not because Bucky had been tormented and traumatized by Hydra and the fact he was opening up so easily with someone was a huge deal.
    Annie tilted her head at the name, Bucky? She looked st Steve, “Annie mentioned something about a man with that name, she says he’s made an impression on her. I hope she’s happy, she’s not easily swayed by men sonfor someone to just do that to her kinda surprises me.” Now Annie wondered about this man Maddie had been talking about, it’s just a coincidence that they shared the same name; or was It?

    Annie blushed at his compliment “well thank you, everything I make is from scratch and it’s fresh every day. I pride myself in thatL she nodded. Annie spent so much time tweaking her recipes or trying to make something other places. She was happy in her little bakery, “maybe on the plane you can tell me everything about Brooklyn, I’ve been once and I don’t remember it well. I’m going to be up packing tonight hopefully not too long, I have to make plans for this place I’ve never left but I have to see my best friend so.”

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    Maddie knee she could stay like this forever, which was a weird feeling for her given she didn’t get attached to guys easily like at all. She’d never even told her last boyfriend that she loved him for crying out loud. But she wasn’t the type of girl who threw that word around at all. Things felt entirely different with Bucky though. Things felt natural, comfortable, like how she’d always wanted to feel with a guy. “Hey,” She said taking his hand in her own and lacing her fingers with his then looked up to him. “Don’t say things like that,” she said softly. “You didn’t deserve the things that happened to you. But they did and that doesn’t mean you deserve to die. You don’t. You deserve a chance to live and move on. The things that happened were not your fault. You didn’t ask for that to happen you forced into it. And that means you had your freedoms taken away from you. It just sucks because you’re the one who suffers ultimately. But I’m not going anywhere and we will get you through this,” she told him feeling like she should share her own story with him now.

    After a few more moments Maddie pulled away from him to grab her phone. “Well then let’s just call them and get this whole thing over with,” she said trying not let herself feel anxious about anything. She had to believe that this was going to end well and not blow up in their faces. So she hit the FaceTime button and hoped that Annie picked up again even though it was super late here in Vienna and Maddie was sure Annie knew that. Which she could see her friends freaking out thinking something was wrong, when that wasn’t the case at all really.
    Steve’s eyebrow cocked slightly when Annie mentioned something about her friend meeting a man named Bucky who made an impression on her. There was no way that could be anyone else. Bucky wasn’t just some nickname they’d come with out of the blue it was short for his middle name. Buchanan. And even back when they were young that wasn’t a popular name. “What?” He finally heard himself say, because it felt like everything was going in slow motion right now. But before he could mention anything else he heard her phone going off to the same tune as earlier when Maddie had first called and he felt his heart stop for a moment.

    Steve looked over to Sam then back to Annie and ran his fingers through his short hair, what was happening? Was their best friend actually with his? They were all hopping on a plane to Vienna in a few short days and Steve was not afraid to push everything forward and go there right away if everything was true. He knew that Annie had a few things to get in order here, but he hoped they were leaving sooner rather than later now. “Is that Maddie?” He asked softly, “and is she with Bucky now?” He asked needing answers but really hoping he wasn’t being to aggressive nexus’s he didn’t want to scare anyone. And if he knew Bucky still at all if he was on the other end of this phone call then Steve being aggressive was going to spook him and he didn’t want to do that.
    May 6th, 2019 at 03:28pm
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    Bucky’s forehead head was pressed against her’s eyes closed as he listened to Maddie. His hands were holding Maddie’s. He looked into her eyes as she told him that none of this was his fault. Bucky’s heart was pounding in his chest, could it actually be that he was falling In love it it’s Maddie after just a few hours? Was that s thing? Bucky sat up and sighed softly, “all I wanted was to serve my country and have a family, I guess it’s too late for that huh?” He chuckled softly. He still wanted that but it’s be impossible at the current time seeing as he was a wanted fugitive.

    Bucky held Maddie he didn’t want to let her go, it was so weird how much affection he was giving and receiving. He pulled back and watched her as Maddie grabbed her phone and called her friend. He was nervous, it had been so long since he’s talked to Steve but he remembers him well. Even when Hydra tried to wipe his memory over and over l, Bucky could not forget his lifelong friend. That’s what got him out of Hydra’s brainwashing. It was funny how a simple thing like a strong friendship can help anyone overcome obstacles.
    Annie was confused as to why Steve was acting strange now, she looked at Sam but he would say anything to her either. She found this to be really weird Annie walked back to finish cleaning up. Leaving Steve and Sam to their conversation. She let out a soft sigh as she cleaned, Annie jumped when she heard her phone start ringing . Maddie was calling and Annie was curious as to why, there had to be a reason.

    She looked up when Steve started questioning her and she was even more confused, she quickly answered her phone. “Maddie? What’s up? I wasn’t expecting a call from you at least not until Saturday. Isn’t it late?” Annie bit her lip as she noticed a man in the background. She couldn’t really make him out but that must be the one who she had been talking about.

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    Maddie smiled at her phone when Annie picked up, and much like she thought her friend seemed confused and maybe concerned. “Um yea it is pretty late here,” she said glancing over to her clock only to realize it was almost 1 AM. She’d totally lost track of time and hadn’t even realized how late it was. “Oh wow I didn’t realize it was that late here,” she laughed pushing her fingers through her hair. “Anyway, this is a little strange I’m sure but um is Captain America with you? Or should I call him Steve? I feel odd even saying either, but is he there? Because well funny story, but his friend Bucky is here and we wanted to tell him that Bucky was here before you all got here and ya know everyone freaked out. But this has to stay like on the super down low. Like only tell Sam and Steve no one else and I’m sure they know not to tell anyone too. So maybe try and tell them like in code or you could just give Steve the phone and he could see for himself,” Maddie said biting her lip. That was probably the most she had ever rambled on the phone with Annie in her life.

    “I know this is weird Annie and I’m sure you have some questions. And as soon as you guys get here I can tell you everything or maybe Steve can. It’s just not exactly something we should explain over the phone,” she said really hoping still that this wasn’t going to blow up in their faces. Because Maddie did not want to lose Bucky, she’d literally only just met him.
    Steve went back to eating his cheesecake deciding to keep his distance and remain calm. This way Annie would be more willing to tell him. Though he could tell that she knew something was up. And he really did hate keeping this from her but he didn’t want to drag anyone else in the middle of it all. Though by the way things seemed to be going she was being drug into the mess regardless. Which made him think that he should give Maddie his own contact information when he met her so if something like this happened again she didn’t have to involve others. Though he had a feeling Annie and Sam would always be a part of this now no matter what. After all, they clearly told each other everything.

    Steve was trying really hard not to step in and take over the conversation because he really wanted to know what this girl knew, but he was refraining because he actually didn’t want to overstep and scare anyone. Though neither of these girls knew how long he had searched for Bucky. Or even all the agony he had felt over the loss of his friend. And if that all might be coming to an end Steve would do whatever he had to.
    May 6th, 2019 at 08:36pm
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    Annie was really confused, as she listened to Maddie ramble on about this mysterious man named Bucky. Obviously this was Steve’s friend by the way he was acting all jittery, he had been looking for him for awhile. She looked back at Steve, she wasn’t planning on letting anyone know about this current situation. Annie sighed, “I guess I should just put you on the line with him because I have no idea what’s going on. Sam doesn’t tell me anything about his work so..” Annie was kind of used to being out of the loop. She walked over to Steve, “hey, come back here Maddie wants to talk to you.”

    Annie led Steve to her kitchen and handed him her phone, “I’ll be up front of you need anything.” She walked back out and stared at Sam who followed Steve to the back. “Madeline how are you?” He asked watching as a familiar person was in the background he looked at Steve.
    Bucky was pacing back and forth trying to think of what he would say, probably not munch, people were looking for him and he wanted to keep everything very low profile. He watched as her friend just nodded and looked confused and a little annoyed. He felt bad, Bucky needed to talk to Steve though, he knew how much he’s done for him and vise versa, he looked at the phone almost hiding behind Maddie. “This is not how I pictured our first encounter to be” he mumbled.

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    “Hey Sam,” Maddie said biting her lip looking to Steve, “I’m excited to see you in a few days it’s been awhile,” she said really trying to ease them into everything. After all, she was sure it was a huge deal to find out that Bucky was alive and with someone he was going to visit in a few days. “Well as you can tell I’m sure um I have a visitor. And he’s going to be here for a while,” she said softly before she reached out to take Bucky’s hand in her own. “And we are calling to let you guys know just so no one is taken by surprise when you get here,” she said looking between the two men on her screen.
    Steve stared at the screen in front of himself in disbelief honestly. He could see Bucky standing behind Madeleine even if his friend was trying to hide. And Steve knew why Bucky was trying to hide, he was probably scared, he was a wanted man after all. And he could only imagine how hard it was for Bucky to just be out of hiding for a girl. Though Steve actually couldn’t help the smile he felt forming on his face, and he was sure it grew a little when he noticed Maddie take his hand. All he wanted for his best friend was for him to have a chance at happiness.

    “It’s good to see you’re okay,” Steve finally said nodding his head ever so slightly. There was a lot they needed to catch up on, but that could wait until they were face to face. It was probably safer that way. “Believe me this isn’t how I pictured it either,” Steve laughed. “Though have to admit I wasn’t sure we would ever really see each other again,” he said wishing things could be different so bad but this was the life they lived. “I’m sure Maddie’s told you that Sam, Annie, and I will be heading there in a few days? So we’ll have a chance to catch up in person. If that’s okay,”
    May 6th, 2019 at 11:09pm
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    Bucky rubbed Maddie’s hand feeling a sense of relief and comfort, he simply nodded. Watching the screen his old friend, how he changed, well, sort of he wasn’t as surprised as he first saw Steve had grown a foot and gained muscle. This was different, he hoped that whatever happened they’d always be friends. Bucky has been so used to protecting Steve that it was weird not to be able to do that anymore. It was like Steve didn’t need him anymore and that hurt him a little. Though he knew it wasn’t true. Steve has been searching and the look of concern and relied gave it away. He never did meet Sam, except remembering cutting off his wing two years ago when he was still the Soldier.

    Bucky smiled softly, “Yeah, for now,” he laughed nervously. “I was thinking the same thing, I barely remember much, but I’ve been remembering more every day. Maddie is a big help,”! He spoke softly, blushing a little bit. Bucky nodded: “she has, Yeah, I could really use a refresher.” He looked st Maddie who was still holding his hand. “I hope you’re doing okay, hopefully not working too hard, but not surprising if you are.”
    Annie sighed as she decided to close early for the day, she hummed softly as she finished up and started cleaning up. Sam came out and watched Annie “you all right? You seem kind of distant.” She shrugged, “I’m fine just got a lot of work on my mind.” He stared “you always do, but I’m not gonna press anymore.”

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    May 6th, 2019 at 11:46pm
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    Madeleine tucked her hair behind her ear as she watched Bucky and Steve talk and she felt relaxed a little knowing that Steve was reacting how they'd both hoped he would. There was no indication at all that he was going to tell anyone, not that they'd thought he would begin with, but you can never be too sure with people anymore. "I hate to cut this little reunion short but my phone is dying," she told him after a few minutes of them talking but at least he knew Bucky was alive and well so hopefully he'd be able to sleep well or something until they arrived in a few days. "Will you tell Annie that I'm sorry by the way. And I hope she's not upset with me because I feel like a shit friend right now and I will find a way to make it up to her when you guys are here," She said before Steve nodded and they got off the phone. Then she turned back to Bucky and kissed his cheek.

    "So tomorrow I'll tell you all about my life, which isn't quite as dramatic as yours but it's had its moments," She told him before she let out a yawn. She truly hadn't realized how late it had gotten or how tired she'd been feeling. So much had been happening though that her emotions had apparently been keeping her afloat but not anymore because she literally could've just fallen asleep standing up. "You're welcome to sleep wherever you're comfortable. There are a couple of guest rooms with totally comfortable beds, um there's a couch out here which is also quite comfortable or well my room," she told him honestly she wanted him to be comfortable in her home, where ever that may be.
    Steve walked out of the kitchen with a huge smile on his face. He literally couldn't believe what had just happened, his best friend was alive, he was well, and Steve was going to be reunited with him officially in less than a week. He felt like a damn child right now. Though in his defense it had been a very long time since he'd seen Bucky, well seen him and him be well. Steve had literally felt like he'd lost himself all those years ago when Bucky died, then he went under the ice and when he woke up he'd felt all alone. He was in a new century and his best friend was dead. So then he'd spent the last few years trying to adjust to everything and it would've been a lot easier if Bucky were with him. But that hadn't been the case. And then last year when he'd found out that Bucky had been alive this whole time only not as the Bucky Steve remember but as the monster that HYDRA turned him into he'd literally felt like he'd failed his friend. So seeing Bucky even with a girl Steve didn't know made him happy. Because maybe Bucky was getting his second chance, which he deserved.

    "So Maddie said she's sorry for being a shit friend and she promises to make it up to you when we get there," Steve said handing Annie her phone back not really sure what was going on with that because from what he knew about the two times the girls had talked things were fine with them and she wasn't a bad friend at all, but he also didn't know them that well or how their friendship worked. "Also thank you for letting me use your phone for that call," he said knowing the poor girl was probably so confused about what was going on, but he'd be happy to answer any questions she had. "And I know you're probably confused about a lot of things right now, so if you would like answers I'll give them to you," he told her not wanting her to feel out of the loop or unincluded, even though he also hated dragging innocent people into this whole mess. Though he supposed he wasn't the one who drug her into the whole thing.
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    Bucky said his good bye to Steve before turning to Maddie smiling, “thank you so much for that. I think it did him well to know that I’m okay.” He reached over and touched her face, smiling wider as he felt her lips on his cheek, “Steve worries a lot so this will probably make him sleep better, it’s funny because I used to look after him when he was a skinny and sick man.” He explained. “Now looks like the roles have been reversed,” he chuckled. Bucky couldn’t believe how much he liked this girl, he pressed his forehead against her’s. “I hope you’re friend is okay, she looked confused like she didn’t know what was going on.”

    Bucky nodded, “ill like that very much, getting to know you, maybe kissing you some more, making you laugh. “ he grinned. He looked around, “Hmm, I mean I wouldn’t mind the couch or one of your rooms, but if I start screaming please don’t be startled I have nightmares sometimes...” he said quietly. “I don’t want to put you through that, otherwise I’d ask to sleep in your bed with you.. sorry is that too forward?” Bucky pulled some of her hair out of her beautiful face:
    Annie was sweeping her floor when Steve cane out and as she finished that up and walked to clean the hand prints off her glass. She took her phone placing it in her back pocket. She continued cleaning quietly, Annie looked st Steve “you don’t have to explain yourself to me, it’s your business and I get it. I am confused but I’m not going to ask questions because it’s not my business.” Sam stared at her, “Annie..” she smiled weakly, and finished up grabbing the trash and changing bags. “I’m gonna finish closing up shop, your welcome to leave. I won’t be much longer.”

    Sam patted Steve’s back, “glad you got some peace of mind, we should head out.” He walked, over to Annie to make sure she was okay, “hey, talk to me, what’s up?” She stared at Sam. “I’m fine, just go do your thing, I have a lot of planning I need to do.” She told him. He sighed, “okay, I know somethings up and I’m going to figure it out, just thought I’d ask you first.” He told her. She shrugged, “keep thinking that, go through the back door please.” Sam nodded, and patted her hand before leaving with Steve.

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    Madeleine smiled at Bucky glad that everything had turned out okay with that phone call because she had for sure been a little nervous going into the whole thing. "I hope she is too," she said softly pushing her fingers through her hair. "I just feel awful about a lot of things because it probably seems like I'm putting everyone else above her and our friendship and just hanging her out to dry or something. When we've been through it all together, and I don't want her to feel that way. So hopefully I actually can make things right with her," she said sighing. All Maddie wanted was to see her friends again, and hopefully, that's what she could get. Good times with her friends.

    "No, you're fine. Well like I said there's the couch, um I have blankets and pillows and things inside the bench there, just lift up the top and they'll be in there. Or down this hall here there are three rooms. And the guest bathroom is right here," she said showing him around since they hadn't really left her living room. "Each room has a bed that's already made up, and there are additional blankets in each of the closets along with more pillows. Um, I'm right here in this room, if you do need me for anything. And help yourself to anything in the kitchen if you get hungry or anything, oh and you're welcome to sit out here and watch the telly if you'd like as well," She told him hoping that she hadn't just overwhelmed him. Honestly, Maddie knew there were a lot of things she was going to have to explain to him tomorrow, and why she had such a large house with so much stuff when she lived alone, let alone how she could afford it all when she'd just moved there were two of the things.
    Steve followed her orders and went out the back door not wanting to upset anyone or make the situation more awkward than it already was. He did want to explain everything to her though, even if she didn't ask because he didn't think she should be left out of the loop. She was just as much Sam friend as he was, and she was much more a friend to Maddie than he was given he'd never met Maddie face to face. There was a lot going on, that much was very clear, and honestly, Annie should know. Right now it seemed like she was the only one who didn't. He was pretty sure that Maddie didn't even really understand the whole situation, though he couldn't be sure because he didn't know what Bucky had or hadn't told her. Either way, though everyone involved right now should be on the same page.

    "So we need to clue her in," Steve said as they walked out of the bakery, "I know she said it was my business and she wasn't going to ask which would keep her safe if anyone asked questions because she wouldn't have any answers or be forced to lie to anyone. But I also think she should know what's going on, especially since we're all about to go to Vienna to see our friends. And that might not be something we should let her walk into without being forwarned," he said rubbing his neck. He was only bringing it up with Sam because he kind of wanted to know what Sam thought about the whole thing. He did after all know Annie a lot better than Steve did, so if Sam thought it was a bad idea he'd totally drop the idea.
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    Bucky could tell she was concerned about her friend but he was sure everything would be better once they were all here. “I’m sure she understands., I mean I don’t know her so I’m not sure but you have said she’s an awfully nice person so.” He tried to reassure Maddie that everything would be all right, he rubbed her hand gently. It had been quite the long day and he was sure ready for a nice nap. Or however much sleep he could get. He yawned softly, “it’s really late.” He looked around her home he had noticed how spacious and comfortable it was and wondered what she had to earn to live in such a nice place. He didn’t ask, didn’t want to be rudeS

    Bucky nodded, “thank you i really appreciate this, you’re a real sweet and beautiful woman “ he smiled. He pulled Maddie into a hug and kissed her gently again, her lips were so soft and tasted so sweet. He smiled and hugged her again. “I guess we should go to bed, see what tomorrow brings us.” He nodded. Bucky walked into a room across from Her one and smiled,”I hope not to wake you up feel free to smack me a little” he joked.
    Sam looked st Steve as they walked, “don’t take it personal, she’ll be okay. I don’t think it’s this situation that’s got her so upset. She won’t fell me so I don’t know. If you want to tell her then it’s your choice. She knows how to keep a secret. Maybe a little too well.” He thought out loud. As they walked he kept thinking back to her friend, “I can’t believe how we found your friend though that was just strange. He chuckled.

    Sam walked by the side walk, “so I guess we’re for Saturday we should have asked Annie where she wanted to meet us..” Sam looked st the time, “she’s not always like this, it’s really weird and I’m worried about her but she won’t tell me what’s bothering which makes me wonder what’s got her so, upset. I’m going to get to the bottom of this sooner or later.”

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    Madeleine said her goodnights to Bucky before retiring to her own room and crashing almost as soon as her head hit her pillow. She rested pretty well throughout the night honestly, maybe because it had been a long week or maybe because she was more tired than she realized. Either way, she slept through the night and woke up the following morning more relaxed than she was expecting. She stretched then got out of bed and headed into the kitchen to make some breakfast to start her day off. All the events from the night before still playing freshly in her mind. She really couldn't believe the insanity of the night before really. But it wasn't a bad kind of insanity, it was a weird one though. After all, who would've ever thought that she'd bump into a man, practically fall in love with him on the spot, only for that man to be a fugitive from the law and Captain freaking America's long lost best friend. And the top all of that off Captain America was coming to stay at her house because apparently, he was friends with one of her really good friends. It just sounded crazy, but this wasn't something she could make up.

    As she lost herself in her thoughts she also managed to work on making breakfast, because a day was never good unless you had a good start as her mom used to tell her. And the only way to start your day off right was with breakfast. That was something Maddie still lived by, and the only times she didn't make herself breakfast in the mornings were if she had plans to go out and get some. Which back before she'd moved to Vienna she had a few gals she would regularly get breakfast with, but now she'd probably make herself something every morning unless she found people to get breakfast with. Though she might also just keep to herself here too, it was a lot safer that way.
    Steve nodded his head towards Sam, because well Sam totally knew Annie better and would be able to give him advice on how to handle situations involving her. It did make him feel a little more at ease about telling her though hearing Sam say that she knew how to keep a secret. After all, telling her what he wanted to tell her was something she'd have to keep to herself because if that information got out everyone who knew anything could get into so much trouble. And it wasn't the kind of trouble people could buy their way out of. It was the kind of trouble that would get people locked up in prisons never to be heard from or seen again. Which may have sounded like he was being dramatic, but it was the truth. Bucky was a fugitive of the law, he was easily on more than one top ten most wanted people in the world really because even though Steve knew this wasn't him of his own free will, he'd killed lots of people. Lots of important people. He'd worked for a known Nazi organization which meant he'd committed treason, and so if he was found and brought to justice he'd likely be put to death. And Steve knew that anyone who had been in contact with him or aided him rather than turn him in would also suffer. So literally he knew that Annie knowing, Sam knowing, and Maddie knowing about everything and going about with everything they were all putting their freedom and their lives on the line really. Which was the only reason Steve didn't want to tell anyone else, he didn't like the thought of putting someone else in that position.

    "Oh yea I guess we should figure that out," Steve said also realizing that they hadn't really figure out all their plans for the upcoming trip, and it was happening very soon. They really should figure things out so that the day of didn't arrive only for them to be scrambling to pull themselves togerher. That wouldn't be good, and would only really add to the stress of what was already stressful enough. Sure they were all excited to travel and see friends, but everyone knew that traveling, no matter where it was to or what it was for was just stressful. And anything that could be done to make the whole process a little less stressful should always be done.
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    It has definitely been an interesting day to say the least and Bucky was kind of tired. Well, exhausted really, but he wouldn’t change it, he met a girl and kissed her the same day. As he removed articles of clothing to her more comfortable he thought how, this never happened, Bucky was just so surprised how opened he was with Maddie. He saw her face and he just lit up like a Christmas tree. He was sure his best friend would be making fun, ladies man Bucky Barnes falling in love? Yet, he wasn’t sure that Steve would make fun after everything that Bucky had went through, he deserved some happiness in his life. He sat there for a moment just thinking back, always wondering if he was worth all this trouble for Steve? He closed his eyes and sighed as he got to turn off the lights.

    Bucky had gotten comfortable in bed finding it easy to fall asleep. He was pretty surprised when he woke up the next day, relaxed. He slept peacefully for once no nightmares or screaming it was nice and he had to wonder if it had anything to do with Maddie. He got out of bed, put his pants on still topless, and went to wash his face. Walking out the the kitchen smelling food, he just realized how hungry he was. “Good morning” he mumbled sleepily. He rubbed the sleep out of his eyes.
    Sam just couldn’t let it go, he was tempted to show up at her apartment and demand answers it wasn’t like her to just bottle up like that. As he walked he looked at Steve, “you seem more relaxed bow that you know he’s okay so that’s good.” Sam had been a good friend to Steve without expecting anything in return. He didn’t ask for anything he was content with his gratitude and respect. “I think we might just make a stop at Annie’s.”

    Annie finished up and made her way home and started packing her things, she was exhausted. She had gotten out of her dress and into some pajamas, her air was in a messy bun. She was getting ready to relax and maybe watch some friends while packing and making her plans for the bakery. Annie put on her green mask on and started making some popcorn just relaxing. Then she heard a knock on her door. She wasn’t expecting any visitors. Annie walked to her door and opened it eyes widening. “Sam what the hell?” She sighed. Sam laughed, “you know you got green stuff on your face?” Annie groaned, “it’s a face mask and why would you embarrass me like this in front of Steve.” Sam couldn’t stop laughing “I’m sorry I was just gonna ask you something but now I forgot what it was.”

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    “Morning,” Madeleine said as she removed her last crepe from the stovetop then turned to smile at Bucky. It was nice to wake up to someone else in the house, something she could get used to for sure. “Did you sleep well?” She asked as she set the prepared food on the table ready to dig in herself. “Also I hope you like crepes, but I’m not really sure what you like filling wise but luckily I have a little bit of everything,” she told him not even sure what she was going to fill her own with which is why she had so many filling options. She hardly ever ate the same things in her crepes so having options was a good choice for her.

    One of the good things about owning your own food cart was that you kind of created your own hours. Sure if you weren’t there you didn’t get paid, unless you had someone else manning it for you, which she didn’t. But she’d also only just opened and knew business would be slow still as most people still kind of overlooked her. And she actually had a few things she needed to take care of before heading to the market, if she even decided to go in at all. Honestly, Maddie would rather stay at home with Bucky all day because the thought of being tangled up with him for the day made her heart race and her body flush a light pink she was sure. But he really was a very attractive man, he was in her house, and right now he was shirtless and as handsome as ever in her kitchen. It was hard for her mind not to wander really. She didn’t want to move to fast though because everything should happen in its own time when everyone was ready and not pressured.
    Steve playfully rolled his eyes at his friend and the inability to remember why they’d stopped by her apartment. Sometimes Sam could be a little forgetful. “Well I don’t know if this was the only reason, as Sam could very well have other motives here,” Steve said shaking his head, “but we were both wondering what time and where we should meet for the trip?” Steve asked knowing if nothing else they needed that information before they left.

    Steve truly wished that he knew what his emotions were doing for once in his life. He thought this because even though he’d only just met Annie earlier that day and it had been a crazy day, he felt something every time he looked at her. It was like when he looked at her his heart would flutter a little, which was something he’d never experienced before. Then there was the fact that he hadn’t been sure he was ready to date and he hadn’t wanted to be set up, but maybe it wasn’t a bad idea to try it. The thing with him was that with his line on work things were often dangerous and people did tend to get hurt, however thinking about that he hadn’t really even had any dangerous work for almost a year. They had taken down HYDRA and so far no other bad guys had come out of the woodwork thankfully. The only thing he was dealing with honestly, was this weird situation with the accords really.
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    Bucky smiled, it was nice having this domestic moment even if they were complete strangers. Bucky could definitely get used to this, he’s never had this and he always envied people who did. It was nice being in a nice home with a beautiful woman like Maddie. He was pretty sure his heart was doing flips every time she smiled at him. “Actually I did. I slept very well which is amazing considering I never get peaceful sleep so last night was quite the surprise. I really think it’s because of you. So thank you.” It was true though, Bucky believed Maddie had relaxed him and he let his guard down completely. Which probably wasn’t a good idea, but Steve was coming soon, so they would be all right. If someone did try to hurt her he’d be there to protect her. Not that he expected anything bad to happen.

    “Anything is fine honestly, I’m not a picky eater, is there anything I can help you with?” He was so close to her Bucky could feel heat radiating off her. “I’m sorry I don’t mean to be in your personal space.” He really wanted to just kiss her good morning but he still hasn’t become quite that bold. “It smells really good, again thank you for having me over and trusting me” he walked over and asked for a glass of water.
    Annie place a hand on her hip and shook her head, “listen here Samuel Thomas Wilson, next time call me ahead of time. I’m sorry I’m such a mess right now Steve. Come on in” she invited them inside. “Did you really have to full name me though really?” He shook his head. “I have no other motives I have no idea what he’s talking about.” He chuckled. Annie stared at Sam “you expect me to believe you and not Steve? I don’t know Sam. Anyway, sir I was just getting ready to binge watch Friends. I’m going to go wash my face because Sam keeps laughing at me.” She threw a pillow st his face before going to the bathroom.

    Sam grinned, “she seems better so that’s good, or she might be mad at me for laughing at her.” Annie came back out with her hair let down and her face washed. “Okay to answer your question, I think we should just meet here or you guys are welcome to spend the night I have s couple spare rooms.” She smiled. Sam picked up a picture “where did you get this picture?” He asked, it was a picture of them as kids. “Your mom came by the bakery the other day and she gave it to me, show Steve how adorable you were, too and you grew out of it” she laughed.

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