Again, my apologies for the long awaited update. I'm so incredibly busy. I typed this all on my iPhone so there's bound to be a couple of boo boos here and there.
I really hope you guys enjoy this chapter. Nothing too big this chapter but still some important stuff that will lead into future chapters. I know I've been putting off Connie meeting the Avengers but it will happen soon! :)
Chapter Eight:
"Not tonight, Chloe," Connie answered with a heavy sigh as she unlocked her apartment door. She moved her cell phone to her other ear. "I turned down Steve too."
"Are you struggling that bad?" Chloe asked. Connie could hear her concern over the phone.
"Yeah. I'm way in over my head with my student loan debt. I don't even know how I'm going to pursue my PhD. Then I have medical bills, this apartment and other bills. I have to work every possible chance I get," Connie put her phone on speaker and quickly discarded her clothes.
"I wish I knew how to help. If all else fails and when you wanna quit being a stubborn butt, you are welcome to stay at my place."
Connie sighed. "I don't want to be a burden. I have a baby on the way and I know you're Miss Big Shot over at your salon.
Chloe had recently been promoted to Manager at her beauty salon. Connie didn't even know the name of her salon, just that it was high key and there was a long wait list.
"Dude. I hate you sometimes. You mean more to me than my job. I hope you know that," Chloe sighed.
Connie buttoned up her white long sleeved shirt and started to put on her tie. She grimaced at the sight of her uniform and frowned at her black slacks. So ugly. She started to put her hair in a French braid.
"I know. And I love you to the moon and back. You and I both know that I'm a very independent person. Not to say I wouldn't take you up on your offer if it didn't come down to it. I'm not stupid," Connie replied with a chuckle.
"Constance, it's not even just the money issue. You've been working from 4pm to midnight. Then you start classes at 7:30. You might be able to get away with that now but when you start to show and when your pregnancy becomes more demanding? Good luck, sister. That's all I'm gonna say. I'm here for you though, never forget that."
Connie frowned. She did have a point there. "We'll see, Chloe..." She sprayed her hair in place, grabbed her jacket and headed for the door. She opened it to find Steve with his hand up, about to knock. "Chloe I'm sorry, let me call you back," Connie hung up and awkwardly smiled at Steve. "Hi."
"You forgot this in my car..." Steve handed her book on Multivariable Calculus, which she took and set it on the stand next to her. "You told me you were having girls night with Chloe? I'm assuming that was a lie?" Steve fought the urge to cross his arms at her. Connie, as far as he knew, wasn't one to lie.
"Well when you put it that way you make me sound horrible," Connie stepped out of her apartment and locked her door.
"Why would you lie to me about going to work, Connie?" Steve grabbed her hand.
"Steve...I need to work if I want to pursue my PhD," Connie answered nonchalantly and shoved her keys in her purse.
Steve knew that wasn't all and was deciding on whether he wanted to press the issue or not. "That's no reason to keep the truth from me. There's more."
Connie's shoulders fell. "Of course it's more than that. I don't want you to worry about how much I work. I appreciate how much you care, I really do, but you get overprotective sometimes. Especially since the incident with James."
"I don't see a problem with me being overprotective of you and our baby," Steve sighed. "Can I at least give you a ride to work?"
She sighed again. "I'd really appreciate that."
He intertwined his hand with hers. "I feel like I haven't seen you since your reunion."
"You saw me when you picked me up from the university and when we had our coffee date. A couple hours earlier," She laughed.
Steve kissed her cheek and led her to his car. "I would take you out every night if you let me."
"You're too sweet," Connie kissed his cheek back as he opened the door for her.
***
About twenty minutes later, Connie arrived at her work. 'The Grill on Main Street' was the name of the restaurant where she worked as a waitress. She arrived fifteen minutes early and was immediately approached by her manager, who instructed her to wait in his office. She tapped her foot and chewed on her lip. She wondered why she was there.
"Miss Halloway," Hugo, her manager greeted as he took a seat in front of her at his desk. "How are you today?"
He didn't seem too happy. He looked like he didn't want to be sitting in front of her. He looked a little nervous. "I'm doing just fine. And you?"
"I'm okay. Thank you for asking," He clasped his hands on his desk and sighed. "I'm going to cut straight to the chase here. We are currently over staffed and we have to make cuts. I'm sorry, Connie but we have to let you go," He looked at her sadly. "I'm sorry, it's not my call."
Her heart sank and she froze, letting his words process in her head. "Let me...let me go? Hugo, I've worked here for five years. Five years. Come on, you know me. Why me?" Her voice cracked.
Hugo shook his head. "That's above me. Also, the head shed thinks with your pregnancy you wouldn't be working at your full potential."
"My...my pregnancy? I'm getting fired because I'm pregnant?! That's discrimination!" Connie stood up out of her chair and screamed. She wasn't one to flip out, ever. Whether it was the hormones or not, she was enraged.
"You got laid off, not fired -"
"Same thing. You know what? I don't want to work in this god forsaken shit hole anyway! Screw you!" Connie stormed out of his office and out of the restaurant. Once outside, she pulled out her phone and scrolled to Chloe's name in her contacts. She was about to hit the call button when tears fell onto her phone. She hesitated before scrolling down her contacts again.
She instead called the only person she really wanted to see right now.
"Steve? If it's not too much trouble, can you come get me at the restaurant?"
It was only about ten minutes before he was back.
Steve frowned when he saw his girl standing outside of the restaurant, her jacket folded in her hands and her eyes were glued to the ground. She didn't even notice him.
"Connie, what's wrong?" He asked when he was in front of her. He placed his hands on her arms and tilted his head down to get a better look at her. She was biting her lip and looked like she was trying not to cry.
"Can you take me home please?" Her voice cracked.
"Yeah, of course." Steve wrapped an arm around her and led her to the car. Once she was in, Steve quickly made his way to his seat and wasted no time in holding her hand. "What's wrong?"
Connie sighed and put her head down. Silent tears fell from her eyes. "Sorry..." She muttered as she wiped them.
"No need to apologize." Steve handed her his handkerchief. "Here."
"Thank you. They fired me because I was pregnant. My manager told me they were over staffed at first but then he spilled the beans by mentioning that his boss thought my pregnancy would affect my work ethic."
Steve let out an aggravated sigh. "Are you serious? That's discrimination."
"That's exactly what I said," Connie shrugged her shoulders. "I'm so angry right now and I don't want to be. The last thing I wanna do is stress but it's so hard not to at this point," Her breathing became shaky and she cried even more into her hands.
"Come here," Steve pulled her into his arms and rubbed her arm. "I'm so sorry. You'll get through this and I'm right here for you, okay?"
"Okay." She felt like an idiot breaking down in front of Steve but she knew she needed him right now.
***
Connie stepped out of her bathroom in sweatpants and a teal blue spaghetti strap tank top. Her hair was still back in her braid. She forced a weak smile at Steve, who sat on her bed. He'd never really spent time in her apartment before. He then realized it was more of a studio. It was one big room with the kitchen and living room on one side and her bed and three giant shelves of books in the other. Steve wasn't one to judge, but he didn't think her studio was fit for her and their baby. Her place was very fitting for a college student.
"How are you feeling?" Steve asked as she sat down next to him.
"Mad," she sighed. "Frustrated, afraid. I have to find another job. And now I don't have insurance because that went away with my job. I'm going to skip school tomorrow so I can start searching." Connie took in a couple of breaths and put her hands to her head. "I'm so sorry. I don't know how I'm going to do this. I can't do this. I can't bring a baby into this world."
"Darling, yes you can," Steve encouraged.
"You have no clue what it's like to have your life turned upside down," Connie snapped.
"Really? Like this pregnancy doesn't affect me either?" Steve crossed his arms.
"My Master's Degree is put on hold for a whole 'nother semester and I'm not going to graduate early like I planned. I can't pay for my PhD because I lost my job and oh! Because I lost my job I have no medical coverage and no way to pay my bills. You have NO idea. You probably have everything so easy, don't you?" Connie snapped. She knew that wasn't true and she knew she was going over board but she couldn't stop.
Steve looked at her, hurt. "Easy, huh?" Steve grabbed his keys. "Try waking up in a world where you know no one and nothing. Then talk to me," Steve said nothing else and left her apartment.
Connie stood there for several seconds, the words exchanged now sinking in. The impact of her words dawned on her and she instantly felt depressed again. She collapsed on her bed and started to cry. She started to cry almost uncontrollably. She was at her breaking point. She mentally cursed herself for her selfish comments towards Steve.
She was crying and shaking so hard and was startled when she felt something on her back. She jerked and turned around to see Steve sitting on her bed. His hand was on her back.
"I'm sorry. I'm sorry for throwing that in your face," Steve climbed into bed with her and pulled her close. She looked up at him with wet eyes and a tear streaked rosy face.
"No, you shouldn't be. I'm sorry for being so selfish and saying the things I said. I'm so sorry and I didn't mean it. That was so horrible to say to someone like you. I was too blinded by anger and I wasn't even thinking."
"Shhh, it's okay," Steve held her close and kissed her forehead. "That's behind us now."
Connie's breathing started to calm down and she relaxed in his arms. Connie couldn't recall a moment when they cuddled like this. Their bodies pressed and tangled so close together. He smelled like cologne and coffee, which she thought was weird since caffeine didn't affect him.
Steve wiped her tear stained cheeks and cupped her face. "I have a proposition for you. Well, for all three of us. I know this is very much rushed but given the current situation..." Steve tucked a stray piece of her hair behind her ear. She loved it when he did that. "Well, this baby is ours..." His hand drifted to her belly. It felt a little hard. "I don't think it's fair that you should be the only one paying the medical bills for this baby. If it's okay with you, I want to take care of that for you."
Connie raised an eyebrow. "That doesn't make it fair. That just puts the burden on you."
"It's not much of a burden," Steve countered. Then he realized he sounded a bit too cocky without meaning to.
She rolled her eyes. "Of course it's not. Sorry but I don't want to depend on anyone else. I can do this on my own."
Steve sat up and pulled her up with him. "I know that, Connie. Thing is, you don't have to," a memory of him and Bucky after his mom's funeral played in his head. He quickly snapped himself away from those thoughts.
Connie eyed him and pursed her lips together. Steve waited but she didn't say anything.
"I haven't really contributed to this pregnancy, you know. Let me help, Connie."
"Steve I don't know..." Connie started to play with her braid. "I've always done things and accomplished things by myself and that's the way it's always been. I can't..."
Steve frowned. "I'm sorry, but that's kind of a dumb reason to turn me down. Listen," he said sternly, "this baby is my responsibility too so I'm going to do this for you. For our baby. You can be mad at me all you want but I'm going to take care of you and our baby, okay?"
Connie's eyes slightly widened at his response. He basically told her he was going to cover her medical bills and didn't give her a say in the matter. She should be pissed but the fact that he was so assertive was making her feel other emotions.
Steve starred at her intently. He patiently waited for her to say something. Then he saw her smile and he smiled too.
"Okay," She said.
"Okay?" He repeated. She fell into his arms and held him tight.
"Thank you," Connie climbed on his lap and wrapped her legs around him, closing in whatever distance was left between them.
"Connie, that wasn't all." Steve hated ruining the moment they were having but he wasn't finished with his proposition.
"Hmm?" Connie pecked his cheek.
"I mean there was more," Steve sighed in disappointment when she pulled away.
"Okay. What's up?" Connie took off her glasses and placed them on her night stand.
"The other half of my proposition..." Steve cleared his throat nervously and let out a breath. "I was going to ask that you consider moving in with me. Just until you get a job again," He added on too quickly. "I don't want you stressing over finding a job and skip school because of it. And like I said, it's just until you get a good and steady job. And I have an extra room for you too if you're still not comfortable with me."
Again, she was silent before smiling. "I'll take you up on your offer."
"Really? I thought you'd say no." Steve smiled and kissed her.
"I was about to. But you're right, I don't want to stress out. That's all I've been doing. It's crazy as all hell to move in with you but screw it. You knocked me up," Connie rolled her eyes playfully. "I'll agree only if on the following terms..."
Steve sighed heavily. "Alright, let's hear it."
"Leave all the chores and cooking to me for the time I'm there. And when I get a job, I'm going to work on paying my half of the rent you pay. You know, for how ever many months I'm there."
"Not a chance," Steve immediately answered.
"Then sorry but I won't accept," Connie stubbornly answered.
Steve sighed again and shook his head. "Connie, I don't want anything in return, you know," Connie gave him a stern look and crossed her arms. "Okay, fine..." Steve agreed but already knew he wasn't going to let her. No chance in hell.
"You have to let me contribute, alright? That's the only way I'll feel comfortable staying. And it's ONLY until I get a stable job," she sighed and hugged him close. "I've never had anything just handed to me."
"I understand," he pressed his hand on her belly again. Connie smiled in contentment and closed her eyes. "I can't help that I'm a little overprotective and want the best for you."
"Fine. But I'm serious, Steve Rogers. Let me earn my keep or I'm not staying."
Steve rolled his eyes and lay her down. "Okay, fine." He grumbled before kissing her lips.
"Steve?"
"Yes, doll?" Steve kissed her eyelashes.
"Thank you," Connie traced his jawline and stared at his lips before looking into his eyes.
Steve goofily smiled. He collapsed beside her and laid on his back. "So what are your plans for the rest of the night?"
"Well I was planning on sucking down ice cream and watching tv till I fell asleep but since you're here, I'm not sure." Connie replied while laughing. "What did you originally have planned for tonight?"
"Nothing planned. Maybe go to the gym again then watch some TV. Haven't been called in awhile but it's a matter of time," Steve grabbed her hand and brush his thumb over her knuckles.
"How are you adjusting to life now?" Connie turned on her side to look at him. She propped her head on her hand.
Steve's lips pursed together before turning to look at her. "Good, I suppose. Feels like it's been hectic since I woke up though. Battle of New York happened, I've been on several missions with SHIELD and somehow I managed to knock up a beautiful gal. Other than that, I think I'm adjusting well though." He answered nonchalantly, causing Connie to burst out in laughter.
"You're funny," Connie threw an arm over his chest and sighed into him.
"You're crazy."
"Why's that?" Connie mumbled into him.
Steve shook his head and continued to stare at the ceiling. "You think I'm funny. You're the only woman who has ever thought that."
Connie tipped his chin and moved his head so he was facing her. Her cheeks turned pink when their eyes met. Her fingers traced his face and pushed his bangs from his forehead. "That's surprising."
"Not as surprising as you think. Before the serum, no woman would ever want to be with me. Now I have the most beautiful girl in my arms. You are gorgeous, even though I know you don't believe me," Steve's hand rubbed up and down her back.
Connie shook her head and started to unbraid her hair, letting it fall down in thick and wavy curls. "You're right, I don't believe you. And I would have talked to you even before the super serum."
Steve looked at her like she was crazy.
"No, I mean it. I like you for what's in here. I really want you to believe that. You are the kindest, sweetest and most charming man I've ever met," Connie pointed to his heart and kissed it.
That struck up yet another memory for Steve. When Dr. Erskine was on his back, only a few moments away from dying. He said nothing and only pointed at his heart.
That really hit home for him. Steve pulled her in for a deep kiss, catching her off guard. She tensed up at first then relaxed into his kiss.
"Wow. Maybe I should compliment you more often," Connie joked while twirling her hair shyly. Her cheeks were red and their kiss had left her breathless.
He grinned and pulled her close. "I'd really like to take you out tonight."
"On a date?" Connie blushed. "We already had a coffee date today."
"I mean I would like to take you somewhere nice. We always get coffee and hang around my place. Let's do something different,"
"Aren't you worried about the press? And crazy fan girls?" Connie bit her lip.
"I suppose. But I'm not going to revolve around them and not take you on a date because of them. And don't do that," Steve's cheeks started to turn red.
"Huh? Do what?"
"You know, biting your lip. It's umm..." Steve had to look away.
"Ohhh," Connie blushed, knowing what he was trying to say. "Sorry."
"Don't be." Steve cupped her cheek and gently kissed her forehead.
"I'll tell you what. Let's save that date for tomorrow and stay in tonight. We can even stay at your place if you'd like. My twin bed can barely hold only you." Connie suggested with a giggle.
Steve smirked and snaked his arms around her tiny waist and pulled her down so they were both on their sides laying down. "I don't care. It allows me to be closer to you." Steve pulled her in close.
Connie blushed at this. You'd think by now she'd be somewhat used to him but it was taking her awhile to stop being shy. "You're right. I like this a lot better." She sighed in contentment into his huge arms. She felt safe and protected. Her eyes opened and she had an idea. Out of the two times they've done it, she'd never taken control.
She got up and instructed him to lay on his back.
"Connie are you okay?" Steve asked and turned red when she sat on top of him.
She said nothing and smiled. She slipped her fingers under the hem of her tank top and pulled it off.
Steve was still red but he smiled. He felt himself already going hard at the sight of her. It had been two weeks since they last had intercourse and that was at the reunion. Both of them were still a little shy and just started dating so they didn't want to push it.
"Take it off, Captain," She said seductively as she motioned to his shirt.
That almost did it for Steve. He smirked and took off his shirt. "You use my rank like that again you'll find yourself on your back, Miss Halloway."
"I don't think so..." Connie bent down and brought her lips to his ear and whispered, "...Captain." She started to lay hungry kisses along his neck, chest and stomach. She bit her lip as she started to unbuckle his belt and pull his pants down. She again blushed at the sight of his half naked body and the very huge tent he was building. He was the most handsome man she had ever laid eyes on and the sight of his body was making her hormones go crazy.
She crawled off of him and stood up next to her bed. Trying to make things sexy, she turned around so her back was towards Steve. She pushed down her sweatpants ever so slowly and bent over in front of him, allowing Steve to see a lot more of her.
He was propped up on his elbows painfully waiting on her to strip off the rest of her clothes. The animalistic side of him was threatening to come out. He wanted so badly to bend her over and take her. He didn't want to be gentle with her but at the same time he didn't want to upset her by taking it too far.
Her back was still to him and she was in nothing but black panties and a purple bra. She looked over her shoulder and slid down one strap very slowly.
Steve smirked when he realized she was teasing him.
She slid down the other strap very slowly before reaching behind her and unhooking her bra. Once unhooked, she let it fall to the floor. Next she slid down her panties and bent down in front of him, exposing some of her snatch to Steve.
Steve's erection was rock hard and throbbing. His eyes were glued to her ass. It reminded him of an upside down heart. She had a tiny waist and a big bottom. Perfect combination in his eyes.
She slowly and shyly turned around and Steve couldn't help but smile at her beauty. "You're perfect..." He said as she climbed on him.
She smiled sweetly and removed his boxers. She turned even more red when her eyes made contact with his huge erection. Then she had an idea.
Steve's eyes widened and he let out a hiss when he felt her warm mouth around his dick. Her mouth could barely fit him in so she used her hands to rub the rest of his length as she sucked.
"Connie..." He moaned her name and placed his hands behind her head. He started to guide her up and down on him. This was the most turned on he'd ever been and was sure this was the most erect he'd ever been.
Connie moaned and developed a rhythm. Her mouth was definitely hurting from having his thick cock in her mouth but she did her best not to let it bother her. Other than the slight pain, she loved having him in her mouth. She loved this new level of intimacy and most of all she loved that he was enjoying it.
"Connie, I'm about to..." Steve strained his words.
Connie lifted her head and held her mouth. It was sore and her hands and mouth were wet from her sucking. She blushed and wiped it away with her blanket but there couldn't have been a more sexy sight for Steve.
She climbed on top of him and positioned her snatch on his tip. She slowly slid down on his length and gasped as she did it. "Oh my god..." She managed to get out as his length and thickness filled her up.
Steve let out a barely audible moan and grabbed her hips and started to rock her up and down on him.
Connie smiled triumphantly at him cussing. He'd never done it before. "Steve..." She whispered his name. Pleasure was consuming her and she was being driven over the edge.
Steve's eyes glazed over her naked body. They both were starting to sweat and her body was glistening. The way she bounced up and down on him drove him crazy. She grabbed his hands and put them on her breasts and moaned really loud. She threw her head back while one hand moved to her snatch and played with her clit.
"No, let me," His voice was deep and husky. He moved her hand and his thumb took over.
"Ohhh..." She moaned in a high pitched tone.
There was not a more beautiful sight than her naked body bouncing on top of him. Her breasts bouncing up and down, her perfect hourglass body, her blonde hair falling in waves over her body, her head thrown back in pleasure and her biting her lip. He could feel himself getting close.
She started to pick up her pace. "Steve!" She moaned out his name as she got closer to her climax.
Almost in an instant, Connie found herself on her back with Steve driving into her. Hard.
Connie was letting out noises that made Steve feel like a man. She pulled him close and threw her legs around him. She grunted softly with every hard thrust and the two shared sloppy and wet kisses.
"Oh god, oh god!" Connie cried as she felt her orgasm wash over her.
"Damnit, Connie," Steve reached his climax and came deep inside of her.
"Oh my god, Steve. Holy crap..." Connie was breathless and sweaty. She and Steve had reached a new level of intimacy.
"You are amazing doll..." Steve assaulted her neck and nibbled on her ear before kissing her lips feverishly. "That was..."
"Amazing," Connie finished his sentence.
"We need to do this more often," Steve pushed her hair out of her face.
"Me too. I just don't...want to move too quick, you know?" Connie said worriedly.
"I think we crossed that bridge the first night we met and I knocked you up," Steve joked. "But I understand completely," Her kissed her lips slowly. Too slow. "We'll only do this when you're comfortable."
She rolled her eyes. "Who am I kidding? This is addictive. If you want me to be perfectly honest, I'd do this every day with you. I just...don't want this to be us all the time. I want to get to know you more and really develop a relationship with you."
Steve looked adoringly into her hazel eyes. She was starting to blush.
"Darn your handsome blue eyes," Connie blushed but didn't look away.
"I want all those things too, Constance. Believe me," he kissed her lips. "Like I said, we'll take it slower if you want. Just try not to be so sexy all the time."
Connie laughed out loud. "Sexy? Yeah, okay," She rolled her eyes.
"I'm serious. Look at what you do to me," Steve hesitantly grabbed her hand and Connie found herself holding his fully developed erection. "I'm crazy for you, Connie. Everything about me drives me crazy and I'm so turned on by the very thought of you."
"I think that just for tonight..." Connie's hands traveled up his muscular arms and wrapped her arms around his neck. "We should spend the night and just tonight...making up for our lack of sexual experiences." She suggested. Her cheeks were red yet again.
Steve raised and eyebrow and smiled at her. "How would you like to start this?"
Connie's lips twisted into a playful smile. "What have you always wanted to try?"
***
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