And the music stops playing
by LuckyDetective
Disclaimer: all the characters are not mine. To those who following the "Stay Bruce" story, I am still working on it! While trying to work my writer's block, one of my best friend requested a do a little Peggy fic based on the events after she lost contact with Steve. She beta it and edited this fiction. This fic is dedicated to her.
"Steve?" Peggy heard her voice crack. Just moments ago, she was telling Steve not to be late for their date. That she was going to teach him how to dance. She can see Steve smiling, assuring her he was coming, before the line turned to static. Behind her, the crew quickly left the area so she could be alone.
She didn't know how long she sat there, minutes passing by as she listened to the static of the radio. Just maybe, maybe...she would hear Steve's voice again. Comforting her, and letting her know everything was okay. To reconfirm their date. Peggy swallowed, tears rolled down her cheeks, realizing how foolish that was.
Steve was gone.
Steve. The short, young man who had no idea how to talk to women, but did his best to be respectful.
Steve. A man that rather be beaten, then run from a fight.
Steve. Despite how small he was, tried to protect everyone from a grenade by covering it with his body.
Steve. The sweet, small, young man she came to admire, believe in and love.
Steve...who later became the super soldier Captain America.
She closed her eyes and for a moment, imagined a nervous Steve Rogers looking at her, with his hand extended towards her. Looking into his eyes, she took his hand and led him onto the dance floor. Soft, slow music played in the background and Peggy gently guided Steve step-by-step, as she held him close. At first, he stumbled, apologized, but then gracefully was able to follow her lead. Soon, he was the one to lead her, as another set began. Peggy rested her head on his shoulder. He drew her closer to him. For a moment, they just simply felt each others warmth in silence.
"Thank you for the dance lesson," he whispers into her ear.
The music stops playing.
Peggy lets out a soft cry.
After the war ended, the SSR was to be shut down. Peggy Carter, however, felt differently. With the aid of Steve's former men, she ensured herself the SSR would continue to serve this country. This country Steve gave his life for, even if it was at odds with the US government.
Years went by and the SSR became what is know today as SHIELD.