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James Buchanan Barnes/Winter Soldier ([info]russianwinter) wrote in [info]marvel_legends,
@ 2011-04-23 20:24:00


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Entry tags:black widow, winter soldier

House-Hunting
Bucky (it was still really hard to think of himself by that name) walked down the streets of New York toward the next loft on his list, which was only a block or two away. Every few steps he corrects his movements so that he doesn't bump someone or only brushes against them, years of training allowing him to slide through the crowd with ease. The movements are so ingrained that they're second-nature. He could do this on the streets of New York, Tokyo or Moscow, in his sleep. 

His "baby-sitter" could as well.

He knows why Fury sent Natalia with him and he's annoyed; not at her, but at the situation. They still don't know if he's completely deprogrammed, but if he isn't then Natalia is the best person to deal with him. She could make the tough choice, if necessary.

"You know...you /really/ don't have to do this." James says to Natalia, for the third time as they enter the building on 4th and Baker. He rings the bell and the door opens upon a small, older woman who smiles at him.

"Hello, Mr. Barnes. My office told me you'd be stopping in today. The loft is ready for you to view." she says, looking between the two of them.
 




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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-03 03:47 am UTC (link)
"I love you, too, Natalia." James murmurs, kissing her forehead. He couldn't remember the last time he'd had a work-out like that. It wasn't a figure of speech, either; he really can't remember.

"I'm still worried I'll wake up soon and be back in Russia, in one of Lukin's holding chambers. I'm worried that you'll just be a dream he used to keep me docile between missions." he says quietly.

"I don't know if I could take that."

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-03 03:53 am UTC (link)
"If this is a dream, my love, then we are sharing it," she said as she lifted her head to look at him. Fingers ran lightly over his chest tracing intricate patterns.

"But it's not a dream," she murmured as she kissed him. "This is real. We found each other again."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-03 03:57 am UTC (link)
"So, what's next for us, Natalia?" James asks. "I know you. You're not going to quit working because you're suddenly happy, and I'm not good at sitting still. Ask Steve." he chuckles.

"Where do you and I go from here?" he asks.

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-03 04:04 am UTC (link)
"We be Avengers. We kick some ass, take some names and enjoy what time we get alone together," she said. She kissed him. "I don't want to be apart from you again. I couldn't do it again. It took me decades to find you again."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-03 04:14 am UTC (link)
He traces her spine with his fingertips.

"You don't have to be. When I go, you go, from now on." James says. "And vice-versa."

He turns over on his side.

"Hey, about the Avengers...I don't think I can be in the spotlight, like Steve. It'll invite questions I'm not ready to answer. Do you think it'll still be the right fit?" he asks.

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-03 04:35 am UTC (link)
Natasha shivered when his finger traced her spine. It was light enough that it almost tickled. She propped herself up on an elbow.

"I talked to Steve. I'm going to be leading a new team until you're ready to take over. Shadow team. Black-ops kind of stuff. So you and I can stay in the shadows where we belong."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-04 12:51 am UTC (link)
James looks at her with confusion.

"What do you mean 'until I'm ready to take over'?" he asks.

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-04 12:59 am UTC (link)
"Just what it sounds like," she said. "I'm not the leader type. I can do it when it's needed, but not for the long haul. You'll be taking over the team when you're ready."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-04 01:09 am UTC (link)
James expression was one of shock. He'd never really led anything before; he'd always had Steve to count on to make the tough choices, the right choices. James knew that Steve Rogers would consider himself "only a man", but Steve didn't make the wrong decisions, and he didn't fail when it was all the line.

"Was this your idea or his?" James asked quietly. "Natalia, I love you, but I don't want charity or pity."

There was no anger or accusation in his voice; it was just a statement of fact.

"How are you deciding who makes this team?" he asks.

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-04 01:22 am UTC (link)
"Both," she admitted. "We both think you should lead the team in time."

"I'm a bit offended that you would think that I would give you pity or charity. I know you and I know what you can do. I am not a leader. The last team that I led was destroyed."

"Steve and I put together a list."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-04 11:44 pm UTC (link)
"I'm sorry. I wasn't trying to accuse you. I know you and Steve want to help and I've been making that tough for you. I just...I don't want to let either of you down. You both believe that I'm going to get past everything, and I'm hoping the same holds true." he tells her.

"Who's on this list? Anyone I've heard of?" he asks.

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-05 02:58 am UTC (link)
"Mostly former Avengers Steve and I thought would be good for this type of team," she said. "You'll get to meet them soon."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-05 03:06 am UTC (link)
"All right. I trust the two of you to know what's needed, so I won't worry...much." he grins, kissing her.

"You sure you're okay with this team thing?" he asks.

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[info]black_widow
2011-05-05 03:21 am UTC (link)
"I'm okay," she said. "You'll be by my side."

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[info]russianwinter
2011-05-07 02:58 am UTC (link)
"Yes, I will be. No crazy risks or making a plan and informing me after it's in motion." James says, kissing her shoulder.

"I'd threaten to spank you if you do, but you'd just consider it a good time." he smirks

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