Sitting in his Office James was currently looking over the reports of his current case code name Frostbite
She was an Assassin that had peaked James's interest when he got reports of the files
Reports and rumors of her scouted in Minnesota. Manly in the cold tundra places like up in the mountains or places of heavy snow.
But what peaked James interest the most wasn't the fact that it was random Assassinations it's that it wasn't. All of Frostbite's murders weren't even done to usual picks of CEO's and corporate literals and business men. But happened to Hidden agents and Dirty crooks and dealers. People at first glance you would think are civilians were found dead turning out to be Old Government officials and ex world leaders.
James was already too determined to this case mainly because others weren't. Many people among S.H.I.E.L.D. thought this woman was doing them a favor. A blessing in disguise as she was getting rid of the evil filth and trash that these people probably brought to the world
But James knew what his Father would say if he just let this go
"If you let an innocent person get shot in cold blood no matter what they've done. And you had the chance to save them and you ran. Your no better than the man or woman who pulled the trigger James"
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"These are the only clear photos we could get Sir" a Agent said as she pulled up 3 holographic photos
All 3 of them were blurry and wasn't clear to the least but it was all they had
1 was a Silhouette of someone perched atop a roof. This photo was captured from a Street Camera somewhere in Alaska. Frostbite had been holding a Sniper Rifle as she killed another Past Agent.
A second was another one this time more clear as James could see her Shiny Blonde hair from behind as she was walking off some building
The 3rd was definitely the most Interesting. What caught James the most interest was the fact that she was holding some type of Sparkly shiny Knife in her gloved hand.
James tried to run some type of Scan on the weapons but J.A.R.V.I.S. Found that it wasn't even made before only adding on to James's suspicion
"Have we gotten any reports or Background checks on her killings ?"
"No sir sorry, all we know is the coverfronts old world leaders before Ultron. Agents to different federal governments but nothing Personal sorry Sir"
"It's alright, Thank you your dismissed"
"Right Sir"
The agent left James leaving him only with the 3 Photos of who this mystery person could be.
James sighed as he ran a hand through his blood red hair
"This is the Elena Incident all over again, speaking of which, any signs of MS Devil J. .I.S"
"Afraid not sir, Ms Murdock has not been reported anywhere in New York"
"Well Francis is gonna be heartbroken his Sai wielding girlfriend is gone now isn't he"
"I hope not sir"
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James had been sitting on his desk as he was observing the 3rd picture the most. It had been of the Shiny Knife in Frostbite's hand that caught his eyes
It was different from any other knife he had seen, almost like it was made of Diamonds ?
"HEY JAMES !" Pym said as he rushed into his office
Looking down from the picture James saw as his friends all sported wide grins and smiles on their faces only adding on to his confusion
"Yeah ?"
"We have some big news" Azari said
"What ?"
Sharing looks at one another they all took a deep breath before they said
"THE MAYOR IS HOSTING A GALA AND INVITED US TO HONOR OUR HEROISM !" in unison
Immediately James rolled his eyes and sighed
"Guys…."
"Nope too late Brother we already told him yes no take backs" Torunn persisted as they all emerged in his office
"You need a break especially after how hard you've been working on this Frostbite case. Come on James take a load off, this would literally be the first party you've ever gone too"
Clicking his tongue James sighed as he fell back on his chair
"What kinda suit am I gonna wear" he said making everyone smile
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"I hate this so much" James mumbled as he played with his tie
"Relax Captain Buzzkill life a little enjoy yourself this is a party being thrown for you" Francis persisted as he just smiled and waved
"And did you really have to bring the Shield ?" Azari asked as he noticed the weapon strapped on to James's back of his suit
"Yes"
"I will say James you do look dashing in red, complement your hair"
"Thanks Torunn" James replied as she was obviously noticing to his red button up shirt
"Nice Dress"
"Thanks James"
The pictures continued to flash and be taken as the 5 just kept walking with their expressions
Francis loved the fame and attention as he smiled widely and waved
Azari smiled back too not as widely as Francis but he still showed some teeth
Pym held a shy smile on his face as he continued to float
Torunn grinned
And James well James looked as serious as he always did with not a hint of enjoyment on his face
"AVENGERS !" the mayor said as they approached the Building
"WHAT A GREAT HONOR IT IS TO FINALLY HAVE YOU 5 THERE'S TRULY A LOT OF PEOPLE IN THERE WHO WOULD LOVE TO SHAKE YOUR HAND AND THANK YOU ESPECIALLY ME PERSONALLY !"
Taking James completely off guard the Mayor took his hand shaking it
"Especially you Mr Rogers ! I'm sure your Father would be so proud !"
"My Father wouldn't want me partaking in idiotic acts such as this par-" James was immedeilty cut off as Francis wrapped his hand around James breaking the tension with a nervous chuckle
"Sorry he's still working on his people skills" Francis said before dragging him inside the building
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James took his place at a table nearby trying his hardest to distance himself from others.
It was a tactic his mother used a lot whenever she was dragged to things she didn't want to do so he mine as well try it himself.
Pym, Francis, Torunn and Azari were all soaking up the attention everyone gave them while James was ok with being the solo outcast
"Hey you're James Rogers right ?"
Correction was ok with being the solo outcast
Rolling his eyes James turned over to see a man sitting right next to him. He seemed old enough as he had some gray hairs and wrinkles.
"Yep that's me"
Immediately the man smiled as he took out his hand
"Javon Sullman"
"Hi" James replied taking his hand
"Not much of a people person I see"
"Or I just don't want to be here"
"Heh, funny your Mother was the exact same way"
James's eyes lit up
"You knew my mom ?"
"Knew of her yes, Knew her personally no Sadly. Spend most of my career out of the US. I knew your Father though, Captain America the living legend. Man he was something else. The things he's done for this country are just Revolutionary. Inspired multiple generations of men and women to go on and do great things. Hell I remember seeing him on the TV punching Hitler in the face"
A smile grew on James's face
"Yeah, I've heard all the stories. How My Father led the Soldiers in World War 2, Sacrificed his life causing him to go on Ice. emerged Decades later frozen in a block of ice. Fighting Universal threats like Thanos, Dormammu, Galactus, Knull with nothing more than this very Shield" James said as he grazed his hand over the Living proof of history
"Must be hard, having a such a big torch to carry, It must scare you"
"It has its moments, But I've waited long enough. Ultron took a life I could've had so now I won't let Other villain do the same to other people"
"Spoken like a true hero"
"Yeah well I have some pretty good role models to look up to"
The two smiled as 2 glasses were brought to the table
"I must say though your name" Javon began as he picked up the drink
"My Name ?"
"Yes you are aware your named after James Buchanan Barnes"
"Oh yes, Uncle Bucky"
"Uncle Bucky that's cute"
James couldn't contain the smile that leaked too his face as he recited it in his head
"Mr Barnes was more than just an advocate to your Father. He was also his closest Friend. Dare I say best friend. They did everything together back in the war. Liberated and freed many people. Did lots of good too together they were unstoppable. Than the Bomb happend. Mr Barnes gave his life to save his friend and his country. Many had thought he was dead after that me included"
Placing the drink down on the table Javon continued as James listened
"Many Years later this new guy shows up in Russia. People call him the boogeyman of sorts terrifies the living hell out of people like some nightmare Parents would use on Children to get them to listen. People called him the Winter Soldier"
"Sir with all due respect I know this story my Uncle was brainwashed by Hydra-"
"Ah but there's something I bet you don't even know Mr Rogers"
Leaning close to his ear Javin whispered
"The Boogeyman is back" he said before reeling back in his chair
Wide eyed James was shocked
"What ?"
"Mhm, Woman this time calls herself Frostbite"
"You know about Frostbite ?"
"Know about her ! Mr Rogers I've seen her before, Pitch black eyes Shiny Golden locks all White she's some angel of sorts but I assure Mr Rogers she's the Devil reincarnated"
"What do you know about her ?"
"Nothing, she's a closed book undercover file nothing in or out about her. Anyone that even seen what she looks like has taken it to their grave"
"Damn" James mumbled as he sunk back in his chair
"I've been trying to find Frostbite so far no leads, looks like I won't have anything tonight either"
"You know maybe there's something" Javon said as he began to stroke his beard raising James's attention
"Hmm"
"Are you aware of someone named Stacy Barnes ?"
BANG !
Before the name could even register in James's head a gunshot was rung and all the redhead saw was Javon drop dead too the table
Immediately everyone began to panic run and scream as James just sat their wide eyed in horror as he saw the once alive man have his soul taken from him with a clean shot to the head
Tracking the shot James spotted a hidden figure on a building across from the Gala sending flags and alarms going off in James's head
"JAMES JAMES !" voices said catching his attention
It was Pym, Azari Francis and Torunn as they all rushed over to James with fearing looks on their faces also
"Oh my god" Pym said as he noticed the dead body
"James we have to go it's not safe here" Torunn reassured but James didn't listen as he was too toned out
Clenching his fist in anger as he began to scrunch his nose
"Look Roger's I know your in shock but-
It didn't matter what the other's thought as in a blind fit of rage james grabbed his Shield off the table taking off his suit jacket before rushing to the exit of the Building
"JAMES !"
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Crashing through a Building Window James landed into another Building as he looked through the ceiling's glass roof and saw her
Actually saw her
Frostbite
His anger grew in tandem as he bursted through a wall trying to keep his momentum
Slamming his Shield into a wall causing a dent James continued to run as he broke another door down
Their chase continued as James looked out the window to see her running at the same distance he was
Vaulting over a desk and having to slide under another James jumped through another Window landing on a Building rooftop
The same one Frostbite had as she was running only 10 feet in front of him
With all the anger in his body James threw his shield hard aiming to hit her dead center but he only went wide eyed even more as she stopped sticking a single hand out
James watched in awe as he saw her Entire arm wrap around in a Solid Diamond tint before catching the Shield like it was a frisbee
"What the ?" James began but was soon cut off when he quickly had to catch the Weapon that was being thrown almost impaling him in the stomach
When he looked up she was gone and James only had millions of questions running through his head
"JAMES JAMES ! ARE YOU THERE REPORT !"
Raising his hand to his face James sighed
"Yeah i'm here Pym"
"Oh thank god, what happened ! Did you get her ?!"
"I…..she got away, and Pym"
"Yeah"
"I think she's a Mutant"