After all the years apart, Steve and Natasha were married. While they were still enjoying the blissful day after the wedding, reality was about to come back. Sarah had to return to the hospital for one more month. She was cancer free, but she still had yet to be officially released. Two days later, Natasha went in for a check-up on the health of their children. She was healthy and the kids were doing fine, but Dr. Grey insisted on restricting air travel. It meant the honeymoon in Paris had to be postponed.
"Nat, I hate that we can't go to Paris for our honeymoon. I always wanted to take you there. When I enlisted, they were going to send me there. I specifically requested Italy."
"Steve, it's not a big deal. Sure, we talked about a trip there when we were in college, but I don't need to go to Europe to enjoy our honeymoon. We've got this great beach house and two children on the way. So Dr. Grey restricted my air travel, we've got our whole lives to go to Paris. Right here, right now, this moment with you is all I need."
Hearing his wife say those words is all Steve needed. She's right, it's summer and they have all this time to themselves. The next question she asks is the only one that matters.
"So what should we do first with all this free time? We have two weeks to ourselves."
Before he can answer, his phone rings interrupting their moment. He only shows a hint of annoyance when answering.
"Now is not a good time, Bucky. Whatever it is, can it wait?"
"Oh, I'm sorry. Did I interrupt you and Natasha enjoying the intimacy of your new marriage? You know you really should be careful with those twins growing inside of her."
Annoyance turns to amusement at Bucky's not so subtle innuendo. Natasha could barely hear what he said, but still grabs the phone from Steve.
"Actually, you did interrupt, and if you don't want to hear all of what we're about to do, you might want to hang up."
"No wait, Sharon and I need…,"
"Good-bye Bucky."
After hanging up, she tosses the phone back.
"So, how about a movie? After all the company we've had here, I've missed being curled up on the couch with your arms wrapped around me."
"Sound like a great idea, Nat. How about a comedy?"
Settling in they argue over the remote and start flipping through the channels. They agree on SPACEBALLS when his phone starts ringing again.
"He just can't give us a moment of peace, can he?"
"Steve, put it on speaker. I want to hear better."
With the sound activated, the couple can only try to hold their laughter in at his yelling.
"THANKS A LOT FOR THAT! I really didn't need that image in my head. Before you hung up on me I was about to ask a favor."
"What do you want, Buck?"
"Sharon and I are leaving for Hawaii tomorrow. I was wondering if you could give us a ride to the airport."
"What about your truck? Can't it get you there?"
"Yeah, but Sharon has packed five suitcases. We're only going to be gone for two weeks. I swear she's packed her whole life up. There's barely any room for my one duffel bag."
Even though she's far away from his phone, they hear her shout at him.
"HEY! I heard that Barnes! It's only two suitcases! And most of the clothes are yours! You're far more vain than I could ever be!"
This time they break into full blown laughter. Most of the time Bucky dressed like he just threw something on after waking up. But it took him three hours to get ready for that first date with Maria. He barely made it.
"You know, if you two are done laughing at my expense, would you be able to do this for us?"
"What time does your flight leave? We still have to take Serafina to the airport as well."
"Flight leaves at 2:00. Are you saying you'll be able to give us a ride?"
"Her flight leaves at 1:00. We'll be there at 11:30 to get you."
"All right we'll be ready. See you then, Steve."
Before they hang up, Sharon gets one more dig in at her boyfriend.
"I'll be ready, but the princess might not be!"
The line disconnects, so they return to the movie.
"I really like her, Steve. She's perfect for Bucky."
"No doubt. He's going to propose in Hawaii."
"How do you know that?"
"He told us all while we were sitting around the poker table. Quite frankly, I expected it to be sooner."
"Yeah, Bucky's a procrastinator though. How much do you want to bet that they go ahead and get married in Hawaii, or just fly to Vegas after the trip is over."
"Knowing him, I wouldn't be surprised in the least. Sharon on the other hand, is probably going to want a big wedding."
When the movies reached the Sands of Vega scene, she leans her head back against his shoulder. As Lone Starr and Vespa start to kiss, he notices she has fallen asleep. He stops the movie so Dot Matrix's virgin alarm doesn't wake her. After kissing the top of her head, he dozed off as well, with his hands on her stomach. They stayed that way until one of the babies kicked.
"Steve, did you feel that?"
"Huh? What? What happened?"
"One of the babies kicked. Here, put your hands back."
She places her hands over his on her stomach. This time, there are two kicks.
"I felt that. They're definitely healthy."
"Come on, it's late. We've got an early morning tomorrow."
The next morning, the five of them are at the airport saying good-bye.
"Natasha, are you sure you don't want me to stay? With Steve's mom in the hospital, it might be beneficial."
"It's okay, Mom. I've got Carol and Bobbi here as well. We'll be fine. But I promise I'll call you if anything changes."
"Steve, I know you'll take good care of my daughter. I'm glad she married you."
"Don't worry Mrs. Romanoff. Dr. Grey says she's doing fine."
After hugging them both, she boards her plane. As Steve and Natasha turn to Bucky and Sharon.
"So which way is your flight, Buck?"
"Our terminal is the other way. Thanks for driving us. We'll see you in two weeks. Don't do anything stupid while I'm gone."
"Can't, you're taking all the stupid with you. Sharon, take care of him."
"I will, Steve. We'll see you soon."
Three more hugs and a handshake later, Bucky and Sharon head off in the direction of their terminal. When they are out of earshot, Natasha poses a question to her husband.
"So, about that bet?"