Fourth wall? What fourth wall!
3 am- Rogers Safe-house, NY
She liked to think what she lacked in grace, she made up for in style. And that whole scene was something out of a smutty fanfic. Really, it was a prey crazy turn of events, being whisked away to the middle of no-where with the literal picture of male perfection. If she were one to believe such things, she'd think fate had a hand in this whole thing. Yea…
She did, however, believe in what she could see and right now she was looking into the (very red) face of Steve Rogers as he stumbled over apologies and other such stupid things. Not that she doesn't like the thought, but he was getting all blustery about what she just did and had chosen to do.
"Steve, you goob. Stop. You make it seem like I wasn't the one in control right there." She laughed deeply, standing and striding to the surprisingly new(ish) kitchen area. After a few splashes of water and a good swish later, she had the courage to turn and face the still naked hero. A girl could never get used to that sight though she'd like to try.
But his eyes were reserved, albeit still hazy for the orgasm. Darcy could stomach many things, but she didn't want this night to go sour so maybe talking this out would be her best bet.
"Hey, hun. If you were uncomfortable with that, we can do something else next time or-," She tried to sooth him, taking his hand but as soon as he saw where she was going, he had her scooped up again and was making a b-line to some unknown part of the cozy cabin. It didn't take long though. It really wasn't that big.
Their destination was the bathroom, but she had to take a second to let it all sink in. Apparently the man liked to get clean because this room was probably one fourth of the entire building.
A floor to ceiling stone wall backed the huge shower area where several spigots and spouts were protruding out of natural colored marble. A tub that could fit 5 or 6 people comfortable sat next to a freaking fireplace that had already been lit by some strange magic. Most likely the same kind programmed to turn on the music and lights but whatever.
It was only a moment before she remembered Steve was still holding her. She glanced at his face only to be snared by the sheer adoration that glowed in his eyes. Her smile was crooked and most likely confused but he didn't say anything and she didn't want to reservation to tighten his gaze again so she didn't say anything either.
He carefully set her down on the edge of the tub, one big hand pushing her heavy curls behind her ear making her surprisingly shy by the action. The first time butterflies started again and she wondered for a moment if it would always be like this with him but refused to think on anything further than this very moment.
His hands slid down her bare legs until they reached her (quite frankly sore as fuck) feet and proceeded to blessedly remove her pumps. She tried and failed to stifle the giggle as he tossed one shoe behind him blindly, hearing it clatter somewhere unseen be either person.
His gaze was now transfixed on his task as hers was on his face, his hands, then his body as he tossed the other offending heel and stood before her, hands on those perfect hips. She could tell he was still a bit uncomfortable being so exposed and that was only to be expected given… well, everything about him. So she tried her best, I'm not staring at your junk even though it's glorious and I would like some more, face. It might have worked but who knows.
Steve started the water and let the tub fill with steaming water. She watched as he left the room quickly, ducking his head through the door bashfully. But she saw it, that little shy but happy smile. Hopefully she could get him comfortable and open because she was already halfway in love with this guy and had already taken a few steps reserved for that very emotion so she wanted now more than anything to get to know him. One on one. No interruptions, no dire situations, no interstellar travel plans (as if that would even be a problem in normal relationships).
She turned and sank her feet into the quickly filling tub and sighed with utter pleasure as the heat wafted up and through her body making her shiver. She loves baths, showers, and anything having to with relaxing in hot water. Thank Odin Steve seemed to feel the same.
The only reason Darcy didn't dive in head first was the feeling that Steve was doing this for her so she waited. Didn't take long, not that she was counting, for her tall, bright and blond waltzed in carrying a basket full of goodies. New and old timey snacks sat side by side along with glass coke bottles resting in a bucket of ice. It was cheesy and silly and her heart did a little tug that made her grin crookedly again.
"Dude. That looks perfect." She exclaimed dreamily, watching his face melt in relief. What a night this was turning out to be.
"It's not fancy but I didn't think you'd mind." He chuckled, setting the goods down only to pick her back up. She couldn't help but press a small appreciative kiss to his collar bon and made a note at how his skin raised in goosebumps.
He tested the water, though she already knew it was heavenly, and gingerly sank down, her still in his arms. Their sighs mixed together as the liquid fill every space between their bodies. The tub was deep, deeper than it appeared from the outside and the water was nearly up to her shoulders, even sitting on Steve's lap.
"Mmmmmm. So gooooood." She dragged the words out closing her eyes to the sensations.
"Mmhm. Sometimes I get so… grimy and unclean from missions. There's nothing in the world like washing it all away." He mumbled softly, the words heavy and meaningful. She listened intently, hearing the things he left unsaid.
"I had this place built in secret. Anyone who's looking would think it's some stodgy old billionaires hideaway, what with the gadgets and stuff. But I think people forget that I'm an adapter. Kinda have to be when the worlds always changing." He continued, the water opening him up like a book. She hated how people saw him, how she once saw him. Old timey, distanced and strict, straight-laced do-gooder, all of the things he was painted by history.
She paused, formulating her next words carefully. A task which was entirely new and inconvenient but she wanted to do this right.
"Things will always be changing. That's just life. But it's the bonds we make that can hold through that change." Well, that only sounded half as stupid as she thought. Darcy only hoped he read her unspoken words too. "I'll be here." But, oops. Looks like she said that part out loud.
His eyes popped open but she was steadfastly staring at the waves she was making on the top surface water with her hands. That is, until his hand slid from underneath her legs and grasped her fingers, stopping the nervous tick.
"That's all I need to know." He mumbled, kissing her knuckles softly. Darcy blushed, looking up into sincere blue eyes.
"Really? Because I gotta tell you, I'm told I snore." Ah yes. Her usual, cover up the awkward with jokes, routine.
"I don't mind. But If you want to stay with me, you should know I have smelly shoes." Oh dear god, he's matching her wit. How did she get so lucky?
"Yea? I've got a horde of terrible movies that will be played at any time I get upset." She retorted, turning in the water to straddle him. Water sloshed as they shifted to accommodate the new position but there was mischief in their eyes and neither one was thinking about how close she was to his member. At least, not too much thought.
"I cant dance." He offered, deciding to play the game and she couldn't be happier.
"I'm a terrible cook." She sighed dramatically.
"I collect automotive magazines." He retorted.
"I have zero idea what I want to be when I grow up." She admitted with a cheeky grin.
"I'm ok with that. You should know that I sometimes take apart Tony's new toys just to annoy him." He said, complete blank faced. A sudden burst of laughter escaped her throat at the thought of Steve messing with the egocentric billionaire. She laughed again when Steve mimed the "cross my heart" motion, with the face of pure innocence.
"Ok, ok. I'll keep your secret. But if you want to keep me, you should know that I'd totally help you."
Now, he laughed, the water splashing up over the rims of the full tub.
"God help Tony if I got you on board." Steve grunted, though he already looked to be scheming. But all thoughts of Stark and schemes stopped when Darcy bent sideways to grab a soda and skimmed the whole length of him.
They both felt the flare spark back to life as her hips jerked in reaction. Cola forgotten, Darcy turned instead to her partner.
"You should know I like what we just did." She whispered, her voice low and deep. She needed to know before they did anything else what he was comfortable with.
He sighed, sliding his hands up her body resting them on her hips.
"It's not easy to adjust to this. The physical. I want to…" He started but his face turned pink and she had an idea of what he was trying to say. Still she needed him to sort it out first. "I, um. I really liked it. And not just the end part."
He looked up at her then, his eyes brave and shy at the same time.
"Darcy, I have never been with another woman like this. I… am still learning. All things."
"SO we should take it slow?" She offered, cupping his face in her hands. He looked taken aback, either by her lack of caring that he had been a virgin, or by her offer. Either way, his blond brows scrunched together in blatant confusion but then quickly smoothed out.
"No, I don't think that's our style." He grinned bashfully, his hands now gripping her hips and pulling her down to sit more solidly on his erection.
"Sure aint." She whispered before capturing his mouth and a hungry kiss.
It wasn't until the sun had begun to rise that the couple retired to the single large bed where they rested heavily in the after-glow of passion.
And it wasn't until noon the next day when they were roused by the ringing alarm of Steve's Avengers emergency phone...
Sorry this chapter was a bit weird. I was pretty... intoxicated while typing it and I post right away so theres no one beta-ing anything. WHat do you think so far and/or what will happen to our poor couple!?
-Moonandwinter