𝐌𝐲 𝐋𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞

✨A Day Off✨

Everybody was on edge for the next few days. They had just gotten Steve back and it was scary. He wasn't bubbly or happy like normal, he was too serious, even more serious than he normally is. He did come out of his little space once but, only for a few hours. He was traumatized and that adds a whole lot more to his mental problems.

Anything could set him off so they all have to be careful around him and keep him from reliving the memories. He just looked so much more conflicted and depressed. He shakes his leg every time he sits down out of anxiety.

He plays with the hem of his shirts a lot more, he won't let Bucky leave him at all only when the brunette has to go to the bathroom, when he's little and Bucky leaves he whimpers and whines until he comes back, he cries over the smallest things, he refuses to sleep alone whether it's nap time or bedtime, he always has his pacifier, blanket and hops anywhere he goes, his eyes are constantly darting around the room, nobody can talk loud they have to speak quietly just so they don't startle Steve, when Bucky sits or lays down Steve is right there cuddling with him; it's the only way for him to ensure that Bucky hasn't left him and it somewhat eases his anxiety.

Right now it's time for Steve to take his nap, he's sitting in Bucky's lap sucking on his pacifier, playing with hops quietly while Bucky looks at his phone. He checks the time. 11:55 am. "Alright Bug, it's time for your nap." Bucky states quieter than usual. Tears well up in Steve's eyes and he shakes his head. Bucky lets out a sigh. "Bubbas, if you don't then you'll be cranky all day." He coos. Steve shakes his head again.

"Come on bug, let's go take a nap." Bucky confirms and picks Steve up to take him to his room. Steve shakes his head and starts bawling causing his pacifier to fall on the floor. "No." He cries. Bucky holds him closer and bounces him lightly. "Baby, I know. I'm sorry but you have to." He soothes and Steve just keeps crying.

Bucky leans over to pick up the forgotten pacifier. He walks to the kitchen with a still crying Steve and washes it off. He pops it in the blondes mouth and holds it there until he latches on and starts suckling. "You ready for a nap? I have to make you a bottle first." Steve shakes his head once again. Bucky chuckles at how stubborn he's being. Bucky makes the bottle as Steve just lays his head on the brunettes shoulder sucking on his pacifier.

Bucky gets the bottle from the microwave and sits on the couch with Steve in his lap. "You ready for a bottle sweet boy?" Steve nods eagerly and Bucky chuckles. He takes the blondes pacifier which comes with a whine. "Hold your horses, I have to take your pacifier first and then you can eat." Bucky plays. Steve giggles getting a smile from Bucky as he grabs the bottle from the side table. He slips the nipple passed Steve's lips and the boy latches on immediately. He suckles softly as his eyes droop lower and lower until they're closed and he's asleep.

Bucky takes the bottle and gives the little his pacifier back. He runs his fingers through the sandy locks and sighs softly so he doesn't wake Steve. He lays down and moves Steve just enough so he's laying down too. He snuggles closer subconsciously and sighs contentedly. Bucky kisses his head and scrolls through his phone.

Steve wakes up around two hours later and lays there for a while just enjoying being in Bucky's arms. "Hey sweet boy, you need a change?" Steve nods and snuggles closer. Bucky smiles and sits Steve up with him. "Alright, let's go get you changed." He picks Steve up and carries him back to his room. "Daddy, b'ankie hops?" Steve asks. "You want blankie and hops baby?" Steve nods and Bucky walks back to the couch and gives Steve his blanket and hops. "Tanks Daddy." Bucky smiles and kisses his head. "You're welcome Bubba." Bucky lays Steve on the bed and walks away, to get a diaper, causing the blonde to whimper until he got back.

"Hey, I was only gone for a second baby." Bucky soothes. Steve sniffles and rubs his eyes. The brunette changes Steve as fast and gentle as he can taking the chance to change his clothes into sweatpants and a maroon shirt with socks. "Do you wanna go see the team today?" Steve nods softly. "Aunt Tas'a." He says cheerfully, Bucky laughed. "Just Aunt Tasha?" Steve nods. "Okay, Let's go then. Do you need anything else?" Steve thought for a moment before shaking his head.