Hello there! I really hope you are liking this book, please comment for me to know your opinion, feedbacks etc.♡ By the way, a gif of Nat because I love her so much.
Enough talking, let's go.

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It's been 3 weeks you have been working for Stark. But nothing special happened actually, you were always taking care of paperwork, sometimes you'd go with him to meetings, or reunions, but until then nothing related to the Avengers.

Pepper had already gone to India, according to Tony she arrived there safe and was already working.

Everyday was the same. You'd wake up, get ready, grab something to eat at the bakery, say bye to Manuel and Sarah and go with Happy. At work, you'd enter the elevator, wich, everyday, you saw Bucky, sometimes Steve with him, you'd say Good morning, have small talk woth each other and then part ways. After that, go to your office, receive calls, and later join Stark on some meeting.

But that day was different.

You arrived at the tower and went to the elevator, but Bucky wasn't there. You felt different. It was weird with him not there, maybe you got used to his presence, and his usual "Good morning Y/N, what iron ass asked you to do today?" And if Steve was there he would say "Bucky have manners. Good morning Miss Y/L/N, how are you doing?" With that polite way to talk.

You went to your office, in silence, but there was a small note above your desk:

"Go to floor -2th, press de number 1, two times and the button 0 three times at the elevator."

Stark

-We have underground floors?-You said to yourself confused.

Even not understanding you went to the elevator and pressed the buttons. The door closed, some sort of facial scan appeared and analized you,after that the elevator lights turned green and it started to move.

When the door opened you saw a big saloon with a symbol on the floor, the Avengers' symbol.

-Hello?- You asked and your voice echoed.-Mr.Stark?- No one answered.

You walked a little then someone came behind you and grabbed you, putting an arm around your throat making it hard for you to breath.

-Ah-h-You tried to scream. What was happening?

You tried to move but it was no use, the person was almost choking you to death and you still couldn't understand why. Why did that have to happen? You were just trying work!

-Romanoff it's okay she understood it already-Stark said walking towards you.

You then noticed it was Black Widow the person holding you. She stopped and walked away.

-You really have no self defense.-She mocked.

-What is going on?-You said trying to catch your breath.

-Just testing you. Since you are working for the avengers, we don't know when danger appears, you have to at least know how to defend yourself.- Tony continued.

-I thought I was just an assistant...?

-And you are, but even assistants might be in danger. Pepper knows how to fight.

Great. Now you were in danger too.

-Why did you ask me to come here? Just for this?- You asked annoyed.

-No, today you start working with the Avengers, officially.

You stopped for a moment. What were you supposed to do then? Wasn't the paperwork enough?

-Come with me.- He said making a gesture for you to follow him.

You, Tony and Romanoff went to another saloon, this one with a big technology table, you were astonished, big holograms appeared in the air while Banner seemed to interact with them, you've never imagined something like that existed in real life.

-Hey Bruce, tell the others to come here.-He said and Banner nodded, pressing some buttons on the pannel.

Sort time later all the others were there. Bucky saw you and gave a half smile.

-So, I called you here because, as you may alrrady know, Pizza works for the Avengers too, so after she adapted herself to the routine of Stark's corporation she will start on her second job today.-Tony said- I guess I should make the presentations now.

Tony pointed to Vision, a tall imponent and red robot, or whatever he was.

-That toaster is Vision, he has the Mind Stone, wich gives him powers, he was integrated with my last AI, Jarvis, so he knows basically everything.

-Nice to meet you Miss Y/L/N.-Vision said formally.

You said the same and Tony moved to the next, it was Wanda, the woman smilong nicely at you, she seemed the most friendly in that room.

-This is Wanda Maximoff, she haa telekinisis and energy manilulation powers, it appears to have more too, but we don't know for sure. Oh, and she is dating the Toaster.

Wanda smiled to you, how someone so nice could be so dangerous? The couple was one of a kind but extremely adorable.

Tiny moved on to another man, he seeed friendly too.

-This one's Sam Wilson, a.k.a Falcon, because of his flying wings and etc.

-Just that?- Sam protested and I chuckled.

-Do you want a speech?- Tony retorted and moved on.- This one you already know, Agent Natasha Romanoff, known as Black Widow, has spying and combat habilities.- She just nodded with her head to you and Tony moved to the next- This is Thor, Thunder God of Asgard, has a creepy brother etc.

-Lady Y/N! I'm looking foward to work with you.-He remembered you from.the party.

-Me too. -You said shaking his hand. Thor was so funny and kind, how his brother was so different from him?

Tony moved to the shy Bruce who was using some sort of technology device in his hand, he adjusted his glasses and looked at you both approaching him.

-Bruce Banner, our science guy, but when he gets mad he turns green into Hulk, the big destroyer dude. Make sure to don't annoy him.

-Nice to meet you Y/N.-Bruce said.

-Nice to meet you too.-You replied and Tony quickly moved to the next.

This one seemed pretty relaxed and confident of himself, who smiled and nodded when you came.

-This is Clint Barton, Hawkeye, bow and arrow dude.

-Hey-He said.

Then Tomy went to him, the one who had the most sweet smile at you in that room.

-Next one you already know. Bucky Barnes, Winter Soldier, our emo guy.

-You are so mature Stark.-Bucky said ironically.

-Said the guy who tried to kill Rogers and said that he abandoned you.-Stark retorted.

-You-- The soldier was interrpted by Steve who held Bucky before they started fighting.

-Um...Should we move on with the presentations Mr.Stark?- You tried to make the atmosphere get back to normal.

-Yeah yeah.- His intense looke at Bucky moved to Steve.- This one, the first Avenger, Steve Rogers, have inserted the super soldier serum, wich some people tried to make cheap copies- He glanced at Bucky- But Steve got froze like a popsicle for years and woke up nowadays with the mind of an old grandpa who saves the world.

You held a laugh. Steve rolled his eyes.

-And the last one is...Where the hell is Parker?-Tony looked around the room searching for Peter.

-MR.STARK! MR.STARK- That teen from before came running, tired.- SOrry, puf...-He sighed- For... being late... had an exam...

-You already met him, Peter Parker, Spiderman, spider powers etc.

-Wait, is she allowed to know what's his identity?-Natasha asked.

-She discovered it by herself.- Tony said and they made surprised faces- On her first day.- They looked even more impressed, you wanted to bury yourself in a hole to avoid their eyes- Anyway those were the presentations. You can get back to training.

They nodded and left.

-So...Mr.Stark.- You started

-Yes?

-What exactly should I do?

-Ah yeah, almost forgot that.- He grabbed some files- Those are informations about each avenger, if you want to know better. - He handed you the files- Your work here will be simple, during their trainment you will help with whatever they need, like, water, towels etc.

-Alright...

-When we are on missions, you'll use this.- He gave you an earpiece- And you'll do exactly what I say.

-Got it.

-This is how you turn on the pannel- He showed you pressing the buttons on the screen- This is for locations, blue prints of places, sometimes you'll need to tell me wich direction to go when my suit won't work etc.- He then slided to another file- Enemies file, from normal robbers to enemies we had already beated.- He then stopped at one black file, with a skull with tentacles simbol- This one you can't see, did you understand?

-Why?

-Classified information. Don't ever read this. Did you understand?-His gaze was extremely serious, so serious that you trembled.

You were surprised. What was inside that folder you couldn't see?

-I understood. Never read this.

-Good.- he moved to the next like nothing happened- Contacts of allies, if we are in danger, you can contact the person I ask you through the earphone to help, don't contact anout without my permission.

-Understood.

-If someone ask for me and I'm on a mission, create an excuse, make sure no one come to this floor, handle the things at the company, Happy will help you on what you need.

-Wait, me? Handle the company??

-Yes, when I'm out, you give the orders.

You felt a big pression on your shoulders, that was more responsability than you imagined, at least Happy would help. But still. It was everything so soon, so sudden.

-Remember, don't say what you do here for anyone. For the public, you are Stark's assistant at the company and nothing else. Learn to keep secrets.

-Okay.

-Great.- He turned off the pannel.

-Now we need to talk about something delicate.- He relied his back on the pannel, looking at you now, and crossed his arms.- You are weak.

-W-What?

-I'm not trying to offend. But you are, if Natasha earlier were an enemy, you would be dead now and our secrets would be discovered. And with secrets discovered, world not safe...- He made an explosion gesture- BUM.

-Just because I died?

-Because you couldn't protect your position and our info.- He crossed his arms and with one of them pointed at you- But if you don't die and our information gets discovered I'll kill you myself.

You tried to believe that was a joke, even though it didn't sound as one.

-You need to train.- He concluded.

-I'll search some gym that teaches self defense then...

-We don't have time for gyms.

-.....What should i do then...?

-Romanoff will train you.

Romanoff, he meant the woman who almost killed you, was going to train you, a person so clueless that would onlu stress her.

-But sir--

-No sir, that's it. You'll start today tomorrow after work.

-Do I have any choice in this?

-No.

-Then I guess I'll just agree.-You sighed.

-Great.- He said getting out of the pannel- I need to check something with Happy, do your rounds, try to get to know the place, see if anybody wants something. See ya.

-Ok...

You walked observing the amount of machines and computers in every shape and uncommon forms. You got to a place where there was cameras on the whole NY.

"They have access to all the security cameras in the city, wow" you noticed a camera in front of your apartment. "I don't remember having any public camera there" you thought

You looked for a moment, quite schocked to have something there. Just in front of your apartment, in all those years therr wasn't a camera there. It was just...too weird.

-So you like this tech stuff- Someone said behind you. You saw Cap.

-Oh, hello Mr.Rogers.-You almost gasped when you realized someone else was there.

-You seemed very focused on that.

-Yes...May I ask something?

-Sure.

-Why is there a camera there?-You pointed to the screen that showed in front of the bakery- There isn't any public security there in 10 years, and still there isn't. So how is this being recorded? And why?

He stayed quiet for a moment, looking at the screen and then at the floor. Something seemed odd.

-Mr.Rogers?-You asked again waking him up from his thoughts.

-It's just...For safety, yeah, Tony said that he put a camera just to make sure you are safe if anything happens.

-Really...? He didn't tell me that.

-He just didn't want you to worry, that's it.

He looked quite weird, but you decided to trust him.

-By the way Mr.Rogers, would you like help with anything? Mr.Stark asked for me to assist you guys.

-Hm, help?- He thought for a moment- Not really, I'm good.

-Are you sure? You came here looking for something I suppose.

-Y-Yeah...Just looking for...-He looked at a pen on a table nearby- Looking for a pen.- He grabbed it and showed it to you.

-Would you like me to bring some paper too?

-Paper?-He seemed to didn't understand.

-To write with the pen.

-Oh, yeah, the pen...- He chuckled, he was seemed awkward- No, I have it already, don't worry.

-Fine, I'll check the others then.

-Alright.

You left Steve there.

Steve's POV

You looked at the screen showing the bakery.

-She's more attentive than we thought.- You left the pen on the table, and grabbed your phone, dialing Stark's number.-Hey Tony. I need to talk with you. She has already found the camera...-You heard Tony complain on ghe other side of the line- Yeah, I came to check what she was doing and she was looking at the security cameras.-Tony spoke something- Yes, we need to have caution. I'll continue keeping an eye on her.- Stark continued on the phone- Bucky? No, he still doesn't know. It's better this way....Okay continue what you're doing, I'll take care of things here. Bye.

You turned off the phone.

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Y/N's POV

No one wanted your help. You were already frustrated. What were you supposed to do if no one needed you?

-What are you doing there?-Bucky came and stayed by your side.

-Even I don't know.-You sighed.

-You don't look...You.

-What do you mean?

-You know, the normal Y/N, always busy doing something and happy.

-Yeah, I guess I'm not like that today.

You both stayed in silence for a moment.

-When is your break?- He asked suddenly.

-At noon, why?

-Meet me at the parking lot at noon.

-What?

-Just meet me there.-He said leaving.

You didn't understand why he acted like that. But you decided to meet him and do what he said.

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It was noon and you were waiting for Bucky like he said.

You heard a loud sound, then Barnes arrived in a bike.

-You have a motorcycle?-You asked impressed.

-Of course, now get in punk.- He said moving his head indicating to sit behind him- Don't forget, protection- He handed you a helmet and you put it on.

-Where are we going?-You asked him.

-Somewhere. Now, I need to ask, have you ever rode a bike?

-I went on the backseat sometimes.

-Then you already know how to hold, alright, let's go.

He started the engine, the motor growled and you gained speed.

-Aren't you going a little fast?- You said louder for him to hear.

-Hold tighter then- He went faster.

You had no choice but to put your arms around his body and stay close.

"He is stronger than it looks"you thought as you held his body, feeling your cheeks get hot.

You stopped at a red light.

He glanced at you and you noticed him smile.

-You give great hugs.- He teased you.

-Shut up- You said laughing.

The green light appeared and Bucky rushed again with his bike.

After some time you got used to it, now feeling comfortable holding him.

Then at some part of the traject he pulled over and you both got out of the bike.

You took off your helmet and shaked your head to fix your hair.You noticed him staring at you.

-Bucky are you okay?-You asked

He blinked his eyes and looked around, his cheeks were pink and his mouth was half open.

-What? Uh,Yeah, so, we arrived, let's go-He stuttered and walked.

-Can you tell me where are we now?

-What do you mean where are we? We are at Brooklyn.

You then recognizd its constructions, the parks, and children playing on the streets.

-Why Brooklyn?

-I'm from Brooklyn.-He said enchanted by the neighbourhood.- Steve too.

-You two must be very close.

-Yes, he's like a brother to me.- Bucky had a different look in his eyes, a nostalgic one, like saying that sentence meant that happened ages ago. He shaked his head, making his hair fall like dominoes. You both went to some sort of abandoned building, went until the roof and sat on the edge of it.

-Why this place?- You asked curious.

-This was a restaurant, at the 40s, Steve and I used to come here sometimes, specially when he had been hurt in some fights he got into.

-It's weird the fact that this happened so long ago- You smirked-How does it feel coming back here?

-I didn't expect that it would be an empty building- He grinned- But, it's good to be back at least.- He looked at you- But enough talking about me. You still didn't tell me.

-Tell what?

-Why you're sad.

-I-I'm not sad...

-Don't lie.- He kept looking in your eyes,pressuring you to tell the truth, he was good at that.

-Ok, I feel useless alright?- You opened up- You guys are all super heroes with some sort of power whatever, and Tony expect me to help even though I'm not even half you are.

-Don't say that.

-I say it because it's true. In what should I help? I passed the whole morning going after the avengers like a butler with nothing to do!

-You aren't useless, you are always helping Stark with the company.

-Yeah the company, not a heroes organization.

-Well I think you can.

-You're saying just because you...-You didn't finish the sentence.

-Because of what?

You then realized the weight of your words. What was your relationship with Bucky? He would always talk to you, see if you were doing fine, and say trash about Stark when he gave you too much work. And now he was supporting you.

-Because you are too kind.

He gave a small but cute smile.

-Just that?

-What should I say?

-Is this how peple act nowadays? "You are too kind"- He said making a funny voice.

You chuckled.

-I don't know...-You made a pause- Do you consider me as your friend? Because I think it would be awkward if I said it alone.

He looked at you and gave a bright smile, it was adorable.

-Finally, I thought you were never gonna say it.

You both laughed.

-But I'm not saying this because I'm your friend- He looked at the city- You meed to believe in yourself, y'know.

-How can you be so sure?

-Because I know how it feels to be useless.

You stayed quiet, like you both had a connection and there was no need to speak. He must've had a dark past of his own, traumas of his own, and that somehow made you relate to him, relate in a way he couldn't even imagine.

Bucky then left. You didn't know what happened.

After a while he got back with two popsicles and gave one to you.

-There's no restaurant here anymore so you can't have luch sorry.- He joked.

-This is better. Thanks.-You accepted and stared at the bright yellow to orange sun in the sky bright in that day.

As you both tasted the dessert you told Bucky what Tony said you would do.

-Train?-He asked surprised.

-Yes, because I'm weak.-You rolled your eyes annoyed by Stark's words.

-Jerk.

-He's not a jerk- You spoke but Bucky looked at you cetic-... All the time.- You corrected- But he's right, I guess I'm not strong in a duel if someone attacks me.

-Then I'll train you.

-What?

-Let me train you, it'll be better than Romanoff who doesn't even say hi to you.

You gave a quick smile, that would be way better actually.

-I don't know if he'd approve.

-If he doesn't I can manage to take you from there and come here train.

You chuckled, how could people say he was a cold person? You remembered when he arrived in New York, the news, specially the Daily Bungle went crazy "The Avengers fighting a new enemy: The Winter Soldier" but even after he joined the group, lots of people still talked bad about him, except Sarah, she loves all the avengers.

You both finished the popsicle and stayed looking at the horizont for a little. The day was bright, with a big sun shinning in the sky, wich was clear from clouds, the idea of a perfect day, hot and pretty.

I Think We Are Alone Now by Tiffany playing

-Get up.-He spoke suddenly

-What?

-Get up. Come on.

You both got up and went to the middle of the roof.

-First position, put your fists up.

-Are we really doing this now?-You asked laughing.

-Yes, come on, I'm not afraid to hit you.-He teased.

You did as he ordered.

-Now everytime I try to hit you, you'll have to block ok?- He gave a light punch wich you blocked with your arms.- See you are a natural. But..- He then passed his leg around your feet making you fall, he got down too, stayed on top of you, and held your arms.- But still didn't pay enough attention.

You lied on the ground, his face close to yours, centimeters from touch.

-What are you looking?- You asked as he looked intensely at you.

-Just thinking.

-Hm. What is going on in your cute head of yours?-You joked.

-Cute?-He smirked.- So I'm cute?

-You heard it Barnes.- You chuckled.

-Well my cute head was thinking that you are beautiful.-You felt your cheeks burn and your heart beat fast.- And that you need to relax a bit.

-Relax? How?-You said nervous but trying tp keep your cool.

-Like- He looked at your lips and gave a mischief smile

-Bucky...

You closed your eyes for a moment, seeing him get closer... but your phone rang.

-I should pick up. It must be Stark

-How can you be so sure?-He didn't want you to pick it up, you felt like your vhest would explode, you couldn't understand what was going on.

-Because...-You were about to explain when the phone kept ringing: "Your boss is calling you, pick up or you'll be fired!!!"

Bucky made an annoyed face. Then got up from the floor, giving you his hand to help you stand on your feet.

You picked up the phone and stayed away from the soldier, trying to catch your breath and calm your heart.

-Hello...?-You said afraid of the answer.

-Y/N where the hell are you?

-Um...Taking a break?

-Your break ended 30 minutes ago.

You looked at the time, he was right. You didn't even noticed that the time flied.

-Sorry sir I didn't realize.

-Get back here. Now.

-I-I will--

Bucky took the phone from your hands.

-Hey Stark stop being an ass would you?-He spoke and you trued to get the phone out of his hands.

-Barnes?! What are you doing with her phone? Are you two together? Give Pizza the phone!

-No.

-GIVE HER THE PHONE

-You know what, I'll make her be late for more 30 minutes now because of your attitude- Bucky said smirking- See you later Stark.

He hung up.

-What have you done????-You spoke desperate.

-Treating him the way he deserves.

-You can't say that! He's my boss! I'm...I'm oh my God! Gimme my phone, I need to apologize!

-No, we are going back chill. Let's go.

You both went down the building, but Bucky stopped before he went up his bike.

-What?- You asked.

-I don't know I had a strange feeling.-He looked around with a concerned face.

-Wich feeling?

-That we are being observed.-His words broke the silence. Could he be right?

-Maybe it's just the cameras in this area.-You tried to be positive but he's intense serious face was making you suspect too.

-It's not that...- He looked around but there was nothing suspicious, he shaked his head and turned to you.-Forget it, let's go.

You held on him and went back.

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Steve was at the door of the tower when you both arrived.

-Miss Y/L/N Tony is looking for you, and Bucky- He looked at his friend serious- Where did you go? I was worried.

-You weren't worried, you just wanted to know like Stark.- he answered sharply.

-Really? Are you going to be like that now?

-You don't understand. Neither Stark--

-Bucky...-You said and he sighed stopping- Mr.Rogers where is Mr.Stark?

-Mr.Stark is here.-Tony said walking towards you. His expression made you freeze, he seemed MAD. He pointed to you- You and me. Office. Now.

Bucky was about to go after him, but you pulled his arm back to you.

-No. I'll deal with this.-You said calmly.

-I convinced you to go, I should say something.

-But I went by MY choice, stay here. -You let his arm go and went with Stark to the elevator.

Stark remained silent until you got to his office. When he closed the door he exploded:

-Anyone! ANYONE! BUT NO! YOU HAD TO GO WITH BUCKY BARNES.- He walked from side to side talking- BUCKY BARNES UNBELIVABLE, THAT--

-AND WHAT IS THE PROBLEM WITH BUCKY BARNES?-You screamed so he could hear you. Tony stopped, astonished at your atitude.

-He's instable, was once brainwashed, an assassin, want more?

-As you said brainwashed. He is an avenger. He is part of your team. You should trust him. You shouldn't be mad because it's him. You should be mad at me.

-It's hard to trust someone who killed your father.

A creeppy silence took over the room.

-I read the files you gave me. He was being controlled by Hydra, he didn't mean that.

-Forget that.- He looked at you- We had an agreement.

-I know I'm late, but it'll never happen again.

-It's not that.

-I don't understand then.

-N o. D a t i n g.-He spoke clearly.

You were perplexed. He was that mad because of dating? Just that?

-I'm not dating him. He's my friend.

-Oh really? I know what colorful friendships are, don't even try to fool me.

-Oh my god, are out of your mind?-You laughed- As my boss you should be more wise. I'm not dating neither having any romantic relationship with him.

-That's what you think. What about him?

-As I said. We are just friends. And besides, now I'm curious, why are you so mad because of dating? If I were, what would you do? Fire me?

-Probably.

You breathed heavily. Fire because of dating... He couldn't be serious, could he?

-Because of "distractions" as you said, well that isn't enough motive for me.

-Oh really? Said the person 30 minutes late after break because she was on a motorcycle with a long haired rebel boy.-He looked like a father worried about his punk daughter escaping in the middle of the night to go to the club with her boyfriend.

-Yeah I was late. Late for being like a stupid waiting for any Avenger come and say "Hey, I don't need your help!" To then move on to the next and the other "SORRY I DON'T NEED YOUR HELP EITHER" AND STAY LIKE A FOOL, THINKING, "WHAT AM I DOING HERE" AND AT THE SAME TIME, YOUR BOSS SAYS THAT YOU ARE WEAK AND NEED SELF DEFENSE FOR SOMETHING YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW!

You stopped to breath. You knew you were going to be fire. It was time. Definetly. No one could speak with their boss like that but you were done. Bucky was right at something, you needed respect, and Stark wasn't giving that.

He looked at you, then at his table thinking. There he goes. You are fired.

-I guess I wasn't fair either.

-No you weren't.-You muttered but at the same time feared what was coming next.

He looked at you, his face was different now. He looked like he was sorry, even though he wouldn't say he was.

-By tomorrow you will start helping the Avengers, properly. You can help, holding something for target, or bringing, even when they don't need, I'll organize it. But you still need to train.

-Then let me train with Bucky.

He looked pissed.

-No, you are training with Natasha.

-I deserve that after what you did with me.

-Why not her?

-Why her? She doesn't like me!

-Not Bucky!

-Mr.Stark! I'm going to die training with her!

Stark stopped for a moment and looked at you.

-Steve.

-What does he have to with it?

-You are going to train with Steve.

-No, I said--

-Steve will understand how you should train, he is a gentleman after all. - Tony gave a successful smile- That's it. Steve or Natasha. You choose.

You had to admit you lost.

-Fine.

-Then everything settles just fine.

-But don't interefere in my friendships.

-Okay! Bucky's bff.-He made a cheesy popular girl look.

You smirked and got out of the office, almost not believing you just had an argument with your boss, better, with Iron Man and actually won.