Mémoire 2
It was a nice evening in the city of New York. Work wasn't so bad and everything actually went smooth for once. You were busy scrubbing the tables before a loud jingle could be heard. You snapped your head, looking for the customer.
Almost instantly, steely blue orbs met your own. Your face immediately lit up. It's your favorite guy in the world. The man flashed a thousand watt smile at your direction as he walked towards you.
"Working hard, doll?"
"Well of course I am. Please have a seat, Mr. Bucky." He chuckled at your remark.
"I told you, just call me Bucky."
"It would be very inappropriate for me to call a customer without a title, Mr. Bucky." You smiled playfully. He returned it with a raise of his eyebrow, lips still curled up all the while.
The two of you had grown so much closer ever since the first time you met, which was almost 2 months now. Bucky wasn't joking when he said he'll see you soon because literally 3 days after that, he went back to your place, bringing along his blond tiny fella, who introduced himself as Steve Rogers. The two of them were friends since childhood and in your opinion, it’s just super cute. Bucky was like his mother, constantly worrying about his tiny friend. “You’re not overworking yourself right?” or “Don’t forget to drink your medicine.” and the same thing along the line. The man called Steve was really kind himself. He kept thanking you for your actions back then when the two of them came for the “double” date thing. Despite his small stature and tiny built, Steve was a true gentleman. The three of you just clicked together. It just happened.
But even though you adore your skinny blond fella, you just couldn’t help falling for him.
Yes him.
James Buchanan Barnes.
That man was something different. His everything made you a total mess. You tried not to take it seriously at first because at that point, you didn’t really care about men. Of course you’re attracted to them, but you’re not thinking of a having a serious relationship yet. You’re more focused on work and money for your living, and other things as well.
But oh boy, did he make you think twice about it. His sweet demeanor towards you, his attention to you, and the time he’s willing to spend just for you made your heart weak. And long story short, Bucky had been constantly meeting you since then. Sometimes he brought Steve with him, sometimes he didn’t. Although lately, he often came alone. Which obviously, you didn’t mind at all.
"So, you're having the usual today?"
"Yea. And please give me an extra. Feeling super deprived right now."
"Hard day at work?" Bucky nodded while sighing loudly, but the smile never really left his face.
"You wouldn't believe me if I told you, doll."
"Really? Enlighten me then." His smile instantly grew wider upon hearing that.
"After I give your orders of course."
"Hm. Absolutely"
You thanked the heavens because the diner wasn't cramped with customer today. It was times like this that you enjoyed the most. You hurriedly went to his seat after placing his orders. Eager to hear his stories.
"So where were we?"
~*~
Hours flew in a flash when you're talking to him. All you knew was the sky already turned dark blue by the time he finished. And that means, it's the end of your shift for today. You changed into your regular clothes before saying goodbyes with your co workers.
Your face radiated with intense happiness. Bucky just offered himself to walk you home. Well it's actually not the first time he did that, but you savored the moment so much. The both of you barely had any time to spend with each other, beside him meeting you on your work hours. And with him working all day elsewhere didn't really help either. Even if the two of you weren't official yet, you enjoyed his company. No. You loved his company. Nothing made you happier than being with him. And of course, Bucky felt the same way. His decision to visit you again that day didn't fail him one bit. And he was grateful for that.
The two of you walked side by side. Chatting about all sorts of things. Even the dumbest one. Your walk was accompanied with laughter and smiles. Time seemed to fly so fast when you're with him. You didn't even realize that you're already in front of your apartment door.
"Thanks for walking me home."
"Anything for you, sweetheart." he grinned.
You answered by nudging his sides playfully, smile still plastered on your face.
"See you soon, Buck." he nodded lightly while stuffing his hands into his pockets.
However, before you could enter your apartment, he spoke again.
"Are you free next week?"
You turned your back to face him. His face was slightly tinted with the color red.
"No but I guess I could ask for a day off. I haven't use it since forever. Why?"
Upon hearing that, his smile grew wider and his face literally lit up.
"Great! Tell me your schedule when you know it okay doll?"
"Sure but why? Is there something important?"
"Oh my doll. There is. There's gonna be something important."
When he said that you finally came to a realization. He was asking you for a date! A date! Oh gosh how can you be so dumb! Your first official date with Bucky! You could hear the church bells ringing in your head. You immediately nodded your head vigorously at him. He laughed at your response. The sound of it sending butterflies to your stomach.
Before you knew it, a kiss landed on your left cheek. Your eyes widened in pure surprise. Your thoughts came to an abrupt halt. The kiss lasted only for a millisecond before Bucky retracted himself and started running away, all the while yelling;
"Don't forget to let me know!" with a flushed face, a huge grin still apparent on his feature.
And with that he vanished from your vision. Disappearing into the crowds. You brought up your hand to touch the lingering kiss he left behind. Your face getting warmer and warmer. You murmured a faint "I will" unconsciously.
Almost immediately, you sprinted into your apartment and into your room before finally giggling like a mad schoolgirl. Your hands still plastered on your cheeks, smiling ear to ear.
You couldn't wait for your first date.
~*~
Finally, the day has come. The day of your first date with Bucky. The man was already waiting for you at the destined place. Smile decorating his flawless face. His thoughts were filled with all sorts of plans for today. Taking you to an amusement park at the morning and bringing you into a dinner and ended for a dance late in the night.
Just perfect.
His lips curled up even more when he imagined how your face would look like upon seeing his surprises for you. That made him more and more impatient.
He couldn't wait to see you.
But it also made him equally anxious. He's planning to confess his feelings for you today. He had to. He just couldn't bury it in the dark anymore. He could only hope that you felt the same way. Because from his observation, you certainly does. And he needed to confirm it himself. Whether it’s only his imagination or if it’s really true.
Sighing, Bucky raked his fingers through his hair, chewing his lips slightly. The beating of his heart became more and more erratic every passing minute.
“Deep breaths Buck, deep breaths.”
Chanting encouraging words to himself, he waited for your arrival.
He waited and waited.
But you never came.