[He doesn't clarify, but then again, Bucky doesn't think he needs to, because he cranes his head so he can kiss at Steve's jaw, smiling. He lets go of Steve's hand, only to use his free hand to brush through the other man's short hairs on his head.]
[ The feel of Bucky's lips on his skin has his sighing. It's good to see Bucky like this, comfortable with giving and receiving affection. Steve remembers what he'd been like when they'd fought on the hellicarrier. He's come so far. ]
It is.
[ Being Steve had been dangerous enough in the 40s without public affection or acknowledgment of something like this. Now, this is something they can really have if they want it. Society isn't without its issues, but it's come a long way. Steve's happy to see how accepting it really is now.
His hands settle on Bucky's hips and he anchors a finger in one of Bucky's beltloops. ]
Now I seem to remember I promised something about carrying you.
[Bucky laughs, a warm noise that comes across as much more natural than his attempts at smiles. He's still holding onto Steve, but something about how he's holding himself relaxes.]
Yeah, that's right. Almost forgot.
[He hasn't, if the teasing tone is anything to go by.]
You're probably the only person who could carry me, you know.
[Bucky laughs, letting Steve pull him closer, leaving a trail of kisses along Steve's neck.]
You need to have your fair share of the fun, too.
[He's had trouble relaxing for a long time now, trouble feeling completely safe, but he does lose almost all of his tension in Steve's arms. It'd be fairly easy to scoop him up, because Bucky almost never lets himself become this limp, not even when he's sleeping.]
Bet you've been looking forward to this all day, punk.
[ Steve loves the sound of Bucky's laughter, the way he feels so warm and pliant in Steve's arms, and he can't help the amused little smile as he releases Bucky's belt loop and ducks down enough to hook an arm under Bucky's knees and topple the other man's weight into his arms with a huff.
He straightens up, cradling Bucky's weight against his chest, and he would be lying if he said this was effortless, but it's not a huge strain, either. The bedroom's not far and he starts to make his way there. ]
[He makes an oof noise as Steve picks him up, but doesn't even offer up a playful protest. It's a shame that the added weight of muscle means this isn't easy to do, though Bucky does wrap an arm around Steve's shoulder, grinning.]
Good way to spend an evening.
[An entire night?
Hell, he's not going to utter a single complaint about spending time with Steve. They've both more than earned this. Bucky will take as many days off as he wants.]
[ Steve has to maneuver sideways through the door, a challenge because he can't keep his eyes off of Bucky for too long and he can't stop smiling like an idiot, either. ]
I could think of worse.
[ He lays Bucky's weight down in his bed and leans right in for a kiss, jokes and preamble be damned. ]
[Bucky's smile grows, broad, especially at that dopey smile of Steve's. It's charming, always has been. Always will be.]
Oh, and what would that be--
[Steve's kiss cuts off his snark, which is probably for the best.
It only takes a moment for his brain to process what's happening-- even though he should have expected all of this, since he was the one who'd asked for it in the first place. He wraps both arms around Steve's back, using his right hand to scratch at Steve through the fabric of his shirt.
It's just hard enough to feel it, but light enough it'll heal before he's even finished trailing his nails against the other man's back.]
[ Steve hums into the kiss. He hadn't intended to be quite so lingering, but Bucky's nails on his back have his brain stopping short and his body is very firmly on Team Touch Bucky.
With his weight braced on one hand, he brings the other up to brush Bucky's hair behind his ear and caress his jaw. ]
[ Steve likes a good plan when the situation calls for it, but Bucky's not always something he can plan for. He can't help grinning down at Bucky and pressing another quick kiss to Bucky's lips. ]
[ It's not really in Steve's general habits to deny Bucky much of anything. He'd bend over backwards for him. Hell, he's already blown up his whole life to keep Bucky safe and he doesn't regret it for a second. ]
[ He rolls his eyes, but his expression is nothing but fond as he leans back down for another kiss. Bucky looks good like this in his bed. He looks comfortable and happy and Steve remembers not too long ago when that had seemed impossible. ]
[His smirk doesn't vanish any, but Bucky doesn't offer any more commentary, leaning up into the kiss.
This? This might be new, but it's exciting. Hell, it's everything he's wanted since he was a teenager. The dames were great, he doesn't regret all those times with girls. But Steve? Steve was always there.
Will always be here, now.
He only pulls out of the kiss long enough to breath.]
[ Steve just smiles down at him, pressing their foreheads together. ]
I was right. Kissing you is a lot better than thinking about kissing you.
[ He knows it's sappy, but he doesn't care. Bucky knows him well enough to expect this from him. Or he should. Either way, he should expect a lot of it. ]
[ And then he kisses Bucky again, because he can and he wants to and Bucky is right here under him. He's wanted this for a long time and any changes they've been through haven't impacted that in the least. ]
[ He brushes fingers over Bucky's cheek and pushes his hair back. Bucky might be all pushy and eager, but Steve wants to take his time. For him, it's always been about finding someone worth the wait. Bucky's always been worth everything to Steve. ]
For so long, all I wanted to do was find you so I could keep you safe the way you always used to keep me safe.
[ Steve feels something swell in his chest. He's so thankful that Bucky's here now, that he's going to stay and let Steve help him, in whatever capacity.
He takes a moment to just look at Bucky, memorize his face the way it is now. It's so much more relaxed than when he'd first found Bucky again, so much closer to what Bucky had been like before and he knows they can't go back, but he wants so much to see Bucky happy. ]
There's nothing I wouldn't give you.
[ And he's perfectly sincere as he leans down to kiss Bucky again. ]
[Bucky laughs, but it's a warm sound, something from the bygone era of the two of them talking about dames and dating. Never each other, the times hadn't been right for that; they could have been killed. But now? Now there's no reason to want anything else.
The dames were always good, but nothing like Steve.]
I know.
[He returns that kiss eagerly, both hands clasped to Steve's back.]
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[He smiles, pulling in Steve a little closer.]
But bein' public about it... it's nice.
[He doesn't clarify, but then again, Bucky doesn't think he needs to, because he cranes his head so he can kiss at Steve's jaw, smiling. He lets go of Steve's hand, only to use his free hand to brush through the other man's short hairs on his head.]
You couldn't get rid of me if you tried, pal.
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It is.
[ Being Steve had been dangerous enough in the 40s without public affection or acknowledgment of something like this. Now, this is something they can really have if they want it. Society isn't without its issues, but it's come a long way. Steve's happy to see how accepting it really is now.
His hands settle on Bucky's hips and he anchors a finger in one of Bucky's beltloops. ]
Now I seem to remember I promised something about carrying you.
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Yeah, that's right. Almost forgot.
[He hasn't, if the teasing tone is anything to go by.]
You're probably the only person who could carry me, you know.
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[ Steve shakes his head minutely. He knows he can carry Bucky's weight because he's done it before until less ideal circumstances. ]
You used to be able to carry me. It's only fair that I get a turn.
[ He tugs on Bucky's belt loop, pulling him closer. ]
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[Bucky laughs, letting Steve pull him closer, leaving a trail of kisses along Steve's neck.]
You need to have your fair share of the fun, too.
[He's had trouble relaxing for a long time now, trouble feeling completely safe, but he does lose almost all of his tension in Steve's arms. It'd be fairly easy to scoop him up, because Bucky almost never lets himself become this limp, not even when he's sleeping.]
Bet you've been looking forward to this all day, punk.
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He straightens up, cradling Bucky's weight against his chest, and he would be lying if he said this was effortless, but it's not a huge strain, either. The bedroom's not far and he starts to make his way there. ]
At least since I knew you were coming over.
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Good way to spend an evening.
[An entire night?
Hell, he's not going to utter a single complaint about spending time with Steve. They've both more than earned this. Bucky will take as many days off as he wants.]
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I could think of worse.
[ He lays Bucky's weight down in his bed and leans right in for a kiss, jokes and preamble be damned. ]
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Oh, and what would that be--
[Steve's kiss cuts off his snark, which is probably for the best.
It only takes a moment for his brain to process what's happening-- even though he should have expected all of this, since he was the one who'd asked for it in the first place. He wraps both arms around Steve's back, using his right hand to scratch at Steve through the fabric of his shirt.
It's just hard enough to feel it, but light enough it'll heal before he's even finished trailing his nails against the other man's back.]
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With his weight braced on one hand, he brings the other up to brush Bucky's hair behind his ear and caress his jaw. ]
I did promise I would tuck you in.
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You did, didn't you?
[Bucky can't help feeling proud of himself, humming lowly.]
Got anything else planned?
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[ Steve likes a good plan when the situation calls for it, but Bucky's not always something he can plan for. He can't help grinning down at Bucky and pressing another quick kiss to Bucky's lips. ]
What kind of plans were you hoping for?
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Winging it sounds fun. I didn't have much of a plan, either. I just wanted an excuse to get in bed with you.
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[ It's not really in Steve's general habits to deny Bucky much of anything. He'd bend over backwards for him. Hell, he's already blown up his whole life to keep Bucky safe and he doesn't regret it for a second. ]
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[But he smirks, looking amused.]
But sometimes I like the pretense, you know?
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[ He rolls his eyes, but his expression is nothing but fond as he leans back down for another kiss. Bucky looks good like this in his bed. He looks comfortable and happy and Steve remembers not too long ago when that had seemed impossible. ]
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This? This might be new, but it's exciting. Hell, it's everything he's wanted since he was a teenager. The dames were great, he doesn't regret all those times with girls. But Steve? Steve was always there.
Will always be here, now.
He only pulls out of the kiss long enough to breath.]
's fun, what can I say?
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I was right. Kissing you is a lot better than thinking about kissing you.
[ He knows it's sappy, but he doesn't care. Bucky knows him well enough to expect this from him. Or he should. Either way, he should expect a lot of it. ]
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Good. It should be.
Good thing to be right about.
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[ And then he kisses Bucky again, because he can and he wants to and Bucky is right here under him. He's wanted this for a long time and any changes they've been through haven't impacted that in the least. ]
Stay, Buck. Please just stay.
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I'll stay. There's no reason to pretend I don't want this.
God, Steve, 've wanted this for so long.
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[ He brushes fingers over Bucky's cheek and pushes his hair back. Bucky might be all pushy and eager, but Steve wants to take his time. For him, it's always been about finding someone worth the wait. Bucky's always been worth everything to Steve. ]
For so long, all I wanted to do was find you so I could keep you safe the way you always used to keep me safe.
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Y'know, that sounds nice. I've never had anything like that before. And having you take care of me, pal, I 'unno, it sounds like my idea of heaven.
[Therapy's helped. It made him not feel ashamed about admitting he likes the support.]
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He takes a moment to just look at Bucky, memorize his face the way it is now. It's so much more relaxed than when he'd first found Bucky again, so much closer to what Bucky had been like before and he knows they can't go back, but he wants so much to see Bucky happy. ]
There's nothing I wouldn't give you.
[ And he's perfectly sincere as he leans down to kiss Bucky again. ]
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The dames were always good, but nothing like Steve.]
I know.
[He returns that kiss eagerly, both hands clasped to Steve's back.]
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