Well, it was finally happening. The air was almost like the gymnasiam floor when the school ship had finally begun to dance.
Bucky imagined Elecktra and Yelena were about to have a field day.
He stood with Steve and Sam, trying not to fiddle with the place on his left finger where the ring would slip onto. He had asked Stark if he could make something to keep the ring in place, so a small divot was made.
“Relax,” Sam leaned closer to Bucky. “It’s not like you don’t know what’s going to happen.”
“I can’t wait, thats all.”
He was going to be honest with himself, this was the greatest day of his life. His entire family was there, at least he knew as family.
His sister, his Ma, his best friend since 1924, even the man he thought he would hate for the rest of his life. Heck, Sam was great.
Practically all the Avengers were there.
Oh, yeah. It was going to be a party to remember.
Laurya was kind enough to keep any birds away from the guests and decorations, not that it was extravagant, it was simple, no more than needed.
Who would have thought Poseidon would show up??? What a day…
He shifted his weight again, shoving his hands in his pockets.
“I swear, I’m gonna sit on you if you keep that up.” Steve teased.
“You just might need to.” Bucky looked around, catching his mother’s eye. She was beaming to say the least. He smiled back, choosing to pretend he didn’t see her tears. He was just as excited.
He couldn’t imagine what Natasha looked like right now…
Meanwhile, in the white tent where the reception would be held, Natasha waited patiently while Yelena finished off her make-up. Her sister would never let her live it down if she went to the alter with messy mascara.
“I hope you don’t mind Bucky attached to me now,” She half-smiled.
“He’s been attached to you,” Yelena smarted as she leaned back and inspected her work. “You just now noticed this?”
Natasha simply rolled her eyes. “I just hope I don’t start crying.”
“Hey,” The red head touched Yelena’s arm. Don’t think I’m going anywhere just because I’m getting hitched. Okay?”
“The thought never crossed my mind.”
The sisters shared a smirk and a hug before Natasha stood up and checked herself in the mirror.
“Well? How do I look?” She asked Dani who was helping in the tent.
“Absolutely stunning.” Dani nodded. She and Yelena broke the traditional style and wore suits to the wedding.
Everything was practically humming with anticipation.
The sun was just beginning to set as the ceremony began, the soft tunes of Blue Flame, a forties song, crooned from the speakers to the sides of the arbor where Cillian, Bucky and Steve stood, the middle having to clasp his hands behind his back to keep from fidgeting. Funny, he was more scared than he had ever been, even from missions for HYDRA.
He looked down as he thought back to where he was when he met Natalia. She had pulled him from a horrible place, and he had the audacity to ask her to stay with him.
He felt Steve give him a nudge from his left, almost a silent signal that his best friend had his back.
Bucky held his breath as he saw the bridesmaids and groomsmen come down the isle. It was only three pairs; they didn’t want a big wedding.
Then he knew he was going to loose it.
Natasha came down the isle, Sam’s arm linked with hers as she locked eyes with him.
Elecktra was getting every detail down.
Peter was quietly getting the best shots, his camera making a small clicking noise when he took a photograph.
Bucky swore his heart stopped when Natasha winked at him.
“Friends and Avengers.” Cillian began, sounding rather hyped as well. This was a big day for his friend. “Today we mark the event with our friends, James and Natasha. And it appears to be a major event for both of them.”
“Its not everyday you do this.” Natasha chimed, shooting a playful glance at the immortal.
“That is true.” Cillian grinned. “Now, who gives this bride away in marriage?”
“That would be me, even though I have no relation to her,” Sam spoke up, a bright smile on his face. “And no sympathy to Bucky, he asked for this.”
There was an amused rumble of laughter around the audience as Sam stepped back and took his seat next to Winnifred Barnes.
“Thanks, Sam” Bucky quietly said, shooting a smile to his friend.
Cillian continued, a smile plastered on his face. “I have had the honor of James as a friend, and enemy at one time. But even through the years, he’s been a man I’m proud to have as a friend.”
Natasha grinned at Bucky as he ducked his head. It was so…strange to hear a man you once hunted for a mission stating that you were a great friend. But that was the past. He needed to let go.
He was here and he was about to get married.
“A union between a pair such as this, it’s something that only happens once in a lifetime. So, Buck, you made a hell of a choice.”
Bucky chuckled and looked at Natasha who was still smiling at him.
“Another surprise, I was told that they had wrote their own vows. So, Natasha, will you honor us with your vows?”
The redhead nodded and looked at Bucky. “From those darker days when we knew nothing of happiness, I knew you were someone I should keep close to. Whether it was for protection, warmth or just companionship, you were always there for me. You’re my friend, a challenge to meet in training, my mentor, my personal space heater—“ She paused and snickered, also receiving a chuckle from the audience and Bucky.
“But you are also my life, and I want nothing more than to spend the rest of whatever years we have left with you. I vow to be your companion, your lifeline, the one to stay up with you when the terror gets the best of us. I promise to be faithful, accepting of your quirks; whatever those may be. I also vow to be yours in wherever we’re going in life. I give you my heart, my love and soul. I promise to love and to cherish our love til death do us part.”
“Dang, how I am supposed to follow up that—“ Bucky smirked, taking Natasha’s hand in his. “Natalia, I know how I have hurt others in the past. I’ve done things I wouldn’t dare to share with anyone. But…then you showed up. You showed me something I hadn’t felt in years. I had no idea something so simple as compassion could change someone like me. I didn’t realize it at first, but from when I knew you meant no harm, my heart was yours. I was taken. I’m still taken aback at how you put up with me.” He breathed a laugh. “Nat, you’re the most beautiful person I know. Inside and out, you shine your love to others in a way I don’t deserve. And I vow never to smother that light, never to let you walk this life alone. I promise to love, to cherish, to share and to hold you for the rest of our lives. You’re not only my friend and partner in crime, you’re my girl, and I’ll never let you go.”
Cillian nodded in approval and smiled. “And now the rings, please.”
Steve deposited the two rings in Cillian’s outstretched hand, giving Bucky and bump on the shoulder with a grin.
“A circle has no end.” Cillian began again. “Its infinite, it also shows both of your unconditional love and respect for one another. James, take the ring and repeat after me.”
Bucky took the silver and red ring in his metal hand and gently held Natasha’s left hand.
“Natasha, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and fidelity. I promise to love you today, tomorrow and all the days after.”
Bucky smiled and met Natasha’s gaze. “Natasha, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and fidelity. I promise to love you today, tomorrow and all the days after.”
“James Bucky Barnes, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love and fidelity. I promise to love you today, tomorrow and all the days after. And don’t you forget it, either.”
“No, ma’am.” Bucky shook his head.
“Then by the power invested in me, I now pronounce you man and wife.” Cillian said quickly, noticing Natasha hopping slightly. “James, you may now kiss the bride.”
“Yeehaw!” Bucky whooped before pulling Natasha in and kissing her slowly.
“Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you Mr. and Mrs. Barnes!” Steve cheered.
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