Nightmares: A Bucky Barnes Love Story

Space Travel

Bucky adjusted the collar of his leather jacket, exchanging a knowing glance with Y/N as they walked side by side towards the Avengers Meeting Room. Their footsteps echoed in the hallway, a comfortable silence settling between them despite the anticipation hanging in the air. Bucky couldn't shake the feeling of love and intimacy that had grown between them.

As they entered the meeting room, Tony Stark's gaze lingered on them for a moment longer than necessary, his expression unreadable. Bucky arched an eyebrow, silently questioning the billionaire's curious stare, but chose to focus his attention on the task at hand as they took their seats among the gathered Avengers.

Tony wasted no time diving into the reason for the meeting, his voice commanding the room's attention with ease. Bucky listened intently as Tony recounted the details of the recent terrorist attack and the discovery of the enigmatic sword crafted from a rare extraterrestrial metal. His mind raced with the implications of such a find, realizing that they were dealing with something far beyond their usual scope.

With Captain Marvel and Thor's assistance, Tony unveiled their plan to travel to a small planet in a distant galaxy where the metal was abundant. The prospect of venturing into space didn't faze Bucky; if anything, it ignited a sense of adventure within him that had long laid dormant.

Tony's voice drew Bucky's focus back to the present as he began to solicit volunteers for the mission. Bucky glanced around the table, noting the hesitant expressions of his fellow Avengers. Despite the risks, he knew that they couldn't afford to let fear hold them back, not when the fate of the world hung in the balance.

Before anyone else could speak up, Y/N's voice broke the silence, her determination shining through. Bucky couldn't help but admire her courage, feeling a surge of respect for her in that moment.

"Count me in," Y/N declared, their voice unwavering as they met Tony's gaze head-on, Bucky added "I'm going to."

Tony's eyebrows shot up in surprise, a flicker of amusement dancing in his eyes. "Well, well, well, looks like we've got some brave souls among us," he remarked, leaning back in his chair with a smirk. "And here I was starting to think you were all just a bunch of scaredy-cats."

Y/N's lips quirked into a playful smile. "Someone's got to keep Thor in line." She retorted, earning a chuckle from Bucky.

Tony chuckled, shaking his head in mock exasperation. "Fair point, fair point," he conceded, his tone lightening as he turned his attention back to the group. "Looks like we've got ourselves a team then. Buckle up, folks, we're going on a little field trip."

-A Few Hours Later-

The loading dock buzzed with activity as Bucky and Y/N worked side by side, carefully loading supplies onto the sleek spacecraft destined for the distant galaxy. Boxes of provisions, crates of weaponry, and containers of water were efficiently stacked within the ship's cargo hold, each item meticulously accounted for as they prepared for their journey into the unknown.

Bucky's sharp eyes caught a glimpse of Y/N struggling with her harness, a small detail that didn't escape his notice. With a silent determination, he made his way over to her, his movements fluid and purposeful. As he reached her side, he noticed the extra strap dangling loosely, the harness not properly secured around her pelvic area.

Without a word, Bucky reached out, his touch gentle yet firm as he adjusted the harness, pulling the strap taut until it snugly encircled Y/N's body. The sudden sensation took Y/N by surprise, a soft whimper escaping her lips as she instinctively tensed beneath his touch. The tightness of the harness around her crotch sent a jolt of electricity coursing through her veins, her cheeks flushing with a mixture of embarrassment and arousal.

Bucky leaned in close, his breath warm against Y/N's ear as he whispered, "The tighter, the better, princess." His words sent a shiver down her spine, a rush of heat pooling in the pit of her stomach as she met his gaze with a mixture of surprise and desire. Before she could respond, he pressed a soft kiss to her cheek, the warmth of his lips lingering against her skin.

Time seemed to blur as they worked tirelessly to prepare the ship for departure, their shared moments of intimacy lingering in the air between them like a silent promise of things to come.

Hours later, as the ship soared through the vast expanse of space, Bucky and Y/N found themselves alone in the command center, surrounded by the soft glow of the ship's controls.

Bucky stole a glance at Y/N, admiring the way the gentle light illuminated her features, casting a soft glow upon her face. "You know," he began, his voice low and tender, "the stars out there ain't got nothing on the glimmer in your eyes."

Y/N's cheeks flushed a delicate shade of pink at his words, her heart fluttering in her chest at the sincerity in his voice. She turned to him, her gaze meeting his with a mixture of surprise and affection. "Bucky," she whispered, her voice barely above a breath, "you always know just what to say."

Bucky offered her a lopsided smile, his eyes twinkling with warmth as he reached out to gently brush a stray strand of hair from her face. "Just speaking the truth, princess," he murmured, his thumb lingering against her cheek as he savored the softness of her skin beneath his touch.

-A Few Hours Later (In the ship kitchen)-

Y/N hummed along to the upbeat melody of Shania Twain's "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" as she danced around the kitchen of the ship, completely lost in the rhythm of the music. Oblivious to Bucky's presence, she twirled and swayed, using a spatula as a makeshift microphone, her voice mingling with the lyrics as she sang her heart out.

Bucky leaned against the doorway, a soft smile playing on his lips as he watched Y/N's impromptu performance. He couldn't help but be captivated by her infectious energy, the way her laughter filled the air as she danced with abandon, wearing nothing but her sleeping shirt and slippers.

For the past 25 minutes, he had been silently observing her, his heart swelling with affection at the sight of her carefree spirit. When Y/N attempted to hit the high note of the song, Bucky couldn't contain a small chuckle, inadvertently giving himself away.

Startled by the sound, Y/N jumped, dropping the spatula she had been using as a microphone. She turned to face Bucky, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment as she realized she had an audience. But before she could utter a word, laughter bubbled up from deep within her, her amusement contagious as she doubled over in mirth.

Bucky quickly moved to her side, offering a hand to help her up as they both dissolved into fits of laughter. "Sorry, didn't mean to startle you," he said between chuckles, his eyes sparkling with amusement.

Y/N waved off his apology, still giggling as she regained her composure. "No worries, Buck. You just missed my award-winning performance," she teased, nudging him playfully with her elbow.

As they worked together to finish preparing dinner, their conversation flowed easily, filled with laughter and lighthearted banter. Y/N expertly flipped burgers on the grill while Bucky sliced potatoes for homemade fries, their movements synchronized as they moved around the kitchen with practiced ease.

Once dinner was ready, they sat down at the small table in the ship's dining area, the aroma of sizzling burgers and crispy fries filling the air. Despite the makeshift nature of their meal, the food was delicious, a testament to Y/N's culinary skills.

As they ate, they talked about the mission ahead, discussing strategy and sharing anecdotes from past adventures. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, their bond growing stronger with each passing moment.

Realizing they had forgotten to pack glasses for the wine, they improvised, pouring the red liquid into a single wine glass and sharing it between them. As they clinked their glasses together in a silent toast, Bucky couldn't help but feel a surge of gratitude for the woman sitting across from him, her laughter and warmth filling his heart with joy.

Under the soft glow of the ship's interior lights, Bucky and Y/N lingered at the table long after the meal had ended, lost in conversation and each other's company. And as they watched the stars twinkle through the window, their fingers intertwined and their hearts entwined, they knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together, united in love and bound by the unbreakable bond they shared.