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Stark arrived, in a nice, fancy suit, he looked at your outifit.

-You now how to clean up well. Good. Now let's see what you've made here.-He said entering at the party lounge.

His face was serious. He took off the sunglasses and didn't say a word. Then walked through the bar, the food table and stopped in front of the ice sculpture chuckling

-Goddamn you did it. - He turned to you- Just a question. Are you italian?

-No...But I lived in Little Italy for a long time, learned about the culture, and worked at an italian restaurant, I might be able to speak a bit of italian too- You smirked- But I think this is a way of saying goodbye to my old job, to a start a new phase on my life. AND, - you pointed to the ice- Italians are the most romantic people in Earth.

He gave an impressed look:

-You're right.

You gave him a paper.

-Happy told me you should make a speech explaining the party, here it is.

-You made one?

-Just to explain the whole party theme, the rest you can improvise.

-Alright. Thanks.- The guests will arrive soon, you should go to the hall.

-Okay!

You went downstairs and arrived at the hall entrance. A big red carpet was lied on he floor giving a magnificience aspect to it.

You should stay next to the security at the entrance to check in the guests.

You took a deep breath. You can do this.

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Your job now was to stay at the entrance, and, with some sort of device, identify the guests to make sure there were no intruders.

You were amazed, even though you invited all those people you never realized you'd see them in person, celebrities, politicians, and super heroes. Appearently, the avengers didn't know who you were yet, maybe Tony didn't tell them yet, so that's why they looked at you like an ordinary person.

Black Widow, the Hulk and Hawkeye entered together, when they turned around, you took a photo and sent to Sarah.

"Hey Sarah, guess who came to the party?"

It didn't take long for her to answer your message.

"OMG! IS THAT BLACK WIDOW? AND HULK? AND THE OTHER GUY HAWKEYE? OMG Y/N!!!!"

"LOL ikr. GTG now, talk to u later"

"OK! Bye!"

After some time someone you didn't expect showed up.

-Good Evening- It was him. The man who saved you 2 weeks ago. Captain America.

You stopped for a moment. Did he recognize you? Probably not. He saved thousands of people per day, you weren't important. But why think about that? Maybe you just wanted to thank him again. Even though you thanked him that day it didn't seem enough. Because if he didn't help, you'd never be where you are now. Should you remind him of who you were?

-Good evening sir- You decided not to bother.

You checked him on the guest list with the device.

-Ok, you may enter now.- You said formaly.

-Thank you

But before he entered someone called him.

-Hey, Steve!- Bucky came, cutting the line- Couldn't find you.

-So you came- Steve smiled.

-Wouldn't leave you alone.-he then noticed you af the reception.- hey there Y/N-He winked joking.

-Hello Mr.Barnes.- You chuckled as he made a funny flirty pose.

-Do you know each other?- Steve asked.

-Yeah, she organized this whole thing, works for Stark.

-Oh really?Good job. Nice to meet you, Steve Rogers.- he offered his hand and you shaked it.

-Y/N Y/L/N. Nice to meet you Mr.Rogers.

-I helped her earlier you know, almost fell from a staircase.- Bucky continued.

-What? A staircase?- Steve asked confused.

-Yes, luckily I was there or- He made a death sign the turned to you- By the way, since I helped you, why don't you pay me a drink to retribute?

You felt your cheeks burn.

-I-I can't I'll be working tonight.

Steve laughed at his friend failure.

-What? Working at a party you organized?- Bucky asked.

-Mr.Stark's orders.

-The whole night?

-Yes.

-But...-Steve interrupted- If you are taking care of the guests, one time they will stop coming, and you won't have anything to do.

Bucky smirked at Steve.

-I see where you're trying to go- He looked to you- Don't worry Y/N, we'll rescue you later.

-What?- You asked confused.

-Don't worry, just wait a bit more. See you later- Bucky said entering the party with Steve and leaving you at the reception.

What they were talking about?

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One hour later you checked the party guest list. Just 5 people didn't came, and they confirmed before. It seemed like your job was done.

-That floor can't get more crowded.- Someone said behind you.

You looked to see Steve.

-Probably not.- You answered giving a small smile.

-Let's go.

-What?

-Bucky said for me to rescue you. Stark's going to make his speech and he was grabbing a table for us.

-Oh no, I-I can't.

-Don't worry he won't know.-Why did that sound so hot???

-It's my first day I can't just break the rules like that.

-It's not breaking the rules, trust me I'm Captain America, I understand that.- He bragged- And from what Bucky told me, you deserve to rest a little.

You looked at the security guards.

-Oh hell, just go, enjoy the opportunity- One of them said.

-If you don't go I will- Another said.

Steve chuckled:

-So?

-Alright. But if Stark sees me I'll run out of that party.-You spoke.

-It's a deal.

You followed Steve.

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The music was loud, lots of people dancing, talking and drinking.

From a table Bucky waved for you both. You went after him, and sat with them, the two friends side by side and you at the opposite direction.

-Someone escaped!- Bucky joked.

-I hope this isn't a way to get me fired.- You said looking at them both.

-Chill, if I wanted you fired I would've left you bring that statue upstairs alone.

You both laughed.

-Steve are you drinking tonight?- Bucky turned to him.

-Maybe.- He answered.

-It doesn't really matter actually since you can't get drunk.- Bucky replied.

-He can't get drunk?- You asked.

-No, he is a fancy ass who can't get drunk- Bucky said.

-Language.- Steve replied- I can't get drunk because when I turned into Captain America I got a serum injected, and even if I want to, the alcohol doesn't have any effect.

-I whish I had something like that- You said joking.

-Why, you can't drink?- He asked.

- I don't know, it's been sometime since I went to a party, so I don't really remember how I am drunk.

-I bet you are the crying mental breakdown type- Bucky annoyed you.

-Very funny, and you, super sober too?

Steve laughed and Bucky remained serious.

-What's so funny?- You asked.

Steve stopped laughing for a second.

-Bucky and I both had the serum injected but- He laughed one more time- His serum wasn't so powerful like mine, so it has some flaws.

-Meaning that he gets drunk while you can't?

-Exactly. I love to do drink contests with him.

-Wow Steve you are so mature- Bucky said ironically, Steve gave him a light punch in the arm and they both smiled.

Then, someone announced Stark's speech time.

Lots of clapps started and Tony came to some sort of stage.

-Good Evening everybody!- He said and people applauded like crazy.

-He just said good evening...-You said schocked by how much peple loved him.

-I know right? That dude...-Bucky said.

-First of all, thank you for coming, as you know parties are not partis without people- The audience laughed- Today it's Pepper's last day with us before she travels to India, so tonight I decided to make something special. Hey Pepper come here.

Pepper came in an elegant light blue dress and stayed by Tony's side, smiling shy at the guests.

-So, I prepared a few words to say, if you sleep please be discret so I believe you are listening.-He joked.

The crowd laughed again. Tony took the paper you gave from his suit.

-Oh God it's now or never- You said to yourself.

-Why?- Steve asked.

-I made that speech.- You said, now speaking more casually because of the acohool.

-Wait you prepared his party and wrote his speech?- Bucky said surprised.

-He needed an excuse for all the Italian decoration, or it would be a disaster.

-Still, he should at least make an effort to understand. What a lazy ass.

You chuckled lightly and Bucky gave a half smile. Stark started:

-First of all, thank you for coming, each one of you here, who could show up tonight. You arewhat makes this evening so special, and so important to me.- The crowd cheered

-Does he even know who he invited?- Bucky joked.

-I bet he can't name at least 30 of the 100 people in this room- Steve entered Bucky's joke.

-I'd like to thank each person working in this party, you guys rock.- he then stopped - Specially my new asssistant, thank you for your help, and welcome. She isn't here tonight, but I admit, she deserves credit for this.- The crowded applauded.

-I didn't write that.- You gasped.

-That was the minimum he could do.- the soldier said.

-Bucky.- Steve draw his attention.

They both continued talking but you didn't pay attention to the discussion. You were actually happy, you were recognized by your boss.

Stark continued, now following the script.

- As you can see, this decoration is all Italian- He said and added - No, it's not because I love pizza- The crowd laughed, he followed your note-It's because I'd like to give an special attention to this culture tonight, wich is so present in New York, with incredible kind and hard working people. So I'd like for you to clap for Little Italy and its' people.- The crowd applauded admired- Today, we say a temporary goodbye to Pepper, and we have to say- He looked at her - Thank you, for everything.

Some staff brought the cake. She smiled seeing the message on it.

Stark continued then, even though the note was over, improvising:

-And you know Italians are the most romantic in the world.- The crowd went insane cheering, Pepper laughed- See I even got an Ice Sculpture for you, I'm the perfect man.

She laughed and took the microphone:

-Alright Mr.Stark, everybody understood that.- The guests laughed, she looked at him- Thank you.- She the turned to the crowd- Please enjoy the party.

And everybody went back to normal.

That was so cute. Stark wasn't a jerk after all.

-You saved him there you know- Steve said.

-Oh he didn't follow the full script, I didn't write about Pepper.

-Still, didn't you know?

-What?

-Stark is making bussiness with some Italian corporations, this is really helpful. Don't you read the news?- He said like and old grandpa.

-Um...

-This generation...-He complained rolling his eyes.

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You went to the bar and saw Bucky. You satt next to him.

-Hey assistant, you did it, are you happy?- he said and then took a sip of his whiskey

-I am! After all that happened today it's incredible it actually worked out.

-You should celebrate.- He turned to the bartender- Double shot for the lady here.

-I should stay sober, I wasn't even supposed to be here.

-Hey, stop worrying a bit ok?

- I guess I can try...

The staff brought your drink, you took a sip.

-You good?- He asked.

-Yeah...You know what? You are right. I should celebrate.

-That's how it talks.

You took some drinks and had some chat with him.

-Where's your husband Steve Rogers?- The alcohol was making its' effect.

-Shut up!- He laughed.- He's doing his rounds, maybe talking with Natasha or Sam.

An old vintage song started playing.

-Oh I love this song, let's dance!- You said excited to him.

-Dance? With all those fancy people around? Ah, no thanks.

-Why not? It's fun!

-It's not so fun when you are the "wintor soldier" and have a metal arm where everybody looks at.

-I don't look.

-Guess you are not like everybody then.-He finished his drink.

-We don't need to dance in front of then.

-What?

You took Bucky's hand and brought him until the helicopter stop outside, far from the party.

That's Amore by Dean Martin Starts Playing

-Mr.Barnes would you give me the honor of this dance?- you said making a reverence. He laughed.

-If I step on your feet don't say I didn't warn you.-He joked.

-I won't.

Bucky took your hand, one holding yours standing and the other at your waist. You put one hand at his shoulder, he chuckled and you started making slow movements following the song.

Bucky lied. He was an excellent dancer, and appearently he already danced to that song.

-Liar, you dance so well- You said.

-Didn't want to humiliate you.- He joked.

It was almost like you two were floating, his movements fast but gentle, not loosing rythm.

Bucky often looked at you, not saying a word, you both smiling, then after some seconds you both avoided gazing embarrassed, to later look at each other.

At one of this gazes he stopped, he got his face closer, as the song continued: "That's amore". You looked at his eyes, not saying a word either, you both in some sort of same unspoken energy.

But the moment was broken when the music ended.

-The music is over- You said.

-Yeah, finally- He said aparting from you.

- Thank you Mr.Barnes- You smiled making a reference.

- Miss Y/N, you are a great dancer as well.

You both crashed into a laugh.

Bucky went to the party, came back and brought drinks for you two.

-Do you want to come back to that hell or share a drink with me?

-It's an obvious choice.- You said and he leaded you to edge of the balcony.- You want to sit there??

-Don't worry, If you fall again I'll catch you.

You chuckled.

-This is quite different from a staircase.

-And I'm quite stronger then most people.

-Fair enough.

He helped you and sat on the edge next to you.

The starts were glowing bright in the sky, and the moon gaving her enchanted charm above you both.

-Why did want to dance that song? It definetly isn't from your time.

-It used to play at the restaurant I worked. And even if it isn't from my time- You continued- That doesn't mean I can't enjoy them.

-You look like an old woman talking.

-Says the old guy.

-See? We are a perfect match.

You laugh and you both enjoyed the rest of the evening together.