Jenna couldn’t believe the day was finally here. It felt like she had waited for this moment for all her life and planning it had taken longer than anticipated but it was finally here. Today she would become Jenna Barnes and it just felt right. Sitting in her suite for a while and taking in the view, Jenna couldn’t help but feel like this was the right decision, like every choice on her life had lead her to this moment and now it was all she needed.
Taking her time with a shower, ensuring everything was shaved, fresh and moisturised, hair was clean and ready to be styled. She went out to her bridesmaids; Eira and Wanda before her maid of honour, Sarah came in with champagne and a fruit platter for breakfast. So they could all enjoy the wedding before the circus of getting ready and getting to the ceremony started. Seeing all her friends together brought a smile to her lips and helped with the nerves, not that she wasn’t sure about this, more that it was a day where everyone would be watching her. That was a lot for any bride, let alone someone who hated the attention. After a morning of gossiping and belly hugging, they eventually got ready and there Jenna sat, staring at the dress as it was the final thing to do before she left with Jason, he was handing her off.
“Hey, please be dressed, I have a little something for you.” Jason said as he knocked on the door, a gift bag in hand as he waited for confirmation before walking in. “I know this is probably a bit early but I wanted to give you this.” He said as he handed over the bag, inside was one of Eiras bracelets that he’d been allowed to borrow and a piece of their father’s suit, so Jenna would have her something Old, Borrowed and Blue. Realising what it meant, Jenna got up and hugged her brother in a hug that would have ended him if he wasn’t a super soldier. Holding back tears, she eventually pulled back and smiled. “Thank you.” Finding a safety pin, she got the piece of their father’s suit and pinned it to the inside seam of her dress, up near her heart.
“How shake a leg, it’s almost time.” Jase said before leaning over and pressing a kiss to her hair, leaving her in the room before Sarah popped her head in and nodded. It was time to tackle the dress and go meet her Husband.
One of the first things Bucky's father had ever taught him, was how to tie a tie. It was important to know as a young man. Cross the halves, longer under, over- and yet today of all days, Bucky just couldn't get it right. It was becoming a joke amongst himself and his groomsmen. The tie didn't want to be a part of the celebrations, the tie could sense his nerves, his arm could sense his nerves and was malfunctioning, someone call Shuri for emergency repair! It was all in fun, though. Joking around was making Bucky feel more calm about the day that had finally arrived.
He wasn't scared in the sense that he felt he was making a mistake. Marrying Jenna was the smartest thing he would do in his entire life, there was no doubt in his mind about that. He just wanted the day to go perfectly, for her. She'd worked so hard at getting this wedding prepared and planned; even if it was his day too, he still wanted everything to be perfect for her. If the tie being difficult was the only 'problem' he encountered, he'd be thrilled.
The morning passed with Sam forcing Bucky to eat breakfast. He wasn't mentally hungry, but he had to eat. Seeing Sam's nephews getting ready in their own little suits was endearing to everyone, though once it got closer to head out to the alter, the jokes turned to letting Cass do Bucky's tie. He'd had way more success with his own, after all.
Eventually, though, the hours ticked by. The tie was subdued and securely tucked into his waistcoat. He made sure to brush his teeth again, make sure his hair was just right. Chaotic in a put-together-sense, the way Jenna liked it. Bucky walked out into the hall as the guests started to filter into the ceremony space, and he took a deep breath.
"Last chance to punch me unconscious in protest," Bucky said, looking over at Jase with a smile.
Being in the dress and waiting the final 15 minutes felt suffocating, not in the sense that it was too tight, it was a gorgeous dress and she knew it was the right one because it made Jenna feel like a process when she tried it on and Sarah cried seeing her in it but in the sense that all she wanted now was to make it to the alter and say the final words. The dress she had for the reception would sparkle all night long, especially in the sunset and it would be easier to dance in but this dress made her feel like she belonged in a museum. It was pure fantasy and she hoped it would be how Bucky had imagined her walking to him.
“No protests here, just keep her happy.” Jase said as he looked over at his now brother in law before extending his hand to shake Bucky’s and smiling. “I wanna be the first to say it man, congratulations and welcome to the family.” Before he turned, needing to go get the bride before she was late to her own wedding.
“Wow…” it was a soft hum that escaped the older brother’s lips as Jase spotted his sister in her dress. He knew she had dreamed of this moment for a long time and he was genuinely blown away.
“That bad huh?” Jenna said softly, her voice breaking a little as she grinned I’ve at her brother, he looked sharp and well suited to a suit. “You can’t let me run down the aisle ok, we have to keep pace.” She confirmed before taking his extended arm as they walked into the suite, bridesmaids already lined up and waiting for their Queues. As the music started and everyone started walking, Jenna tried not to fidget with her sleeves, they were perfectly placed after all but here she was fiddling with them. “Do I… Is it all okay?” She asked Jason one last time before they had to go.
“You look amazing, most beautiful bride apart from my own, now let’s go get you married.” He grinned before taking the first step and leading her out.
"Thanks, Jase," Bucky had said, shaking Jason's hand. It meant a lot that Jason accepted him, and trusted him to do just that. As Bucky walked down the aisle, feeling a little awkward with all the eyes on him, trying not to walk too quickly- all he could think of was the kind of future he wanted to give Jenna. Any day that she didn't smile would be a failure that he couldn't allow. They had their beautiful home together with room to grow a little more, before he found her a house. A big, beautiful house with a yard and a porch. He'd build it with his own two hands if he had to...
He'd do anything for her.
He stood nervously as Sam joined him, whispering with him for a while until the music began to change around them. He spotted the bridesmaids toward the end of the aisle, and took a deep breath. Sam grabbed his shoulders and gave them a reassuring squeeze, a playful excited reassurance that this was going to be amazing.
He smiled at Wanda and Eira, catching Eira's eye as she got toward the front of the aisle. Yes, she felt okay to stand, she was great. He laughed as Eira did a little happy dance to show just how good she felt, and he leaned in as she walked over to him.
"Wait until you see her," she whispered at him, sharing an excited smile before he kissed her cheek and she walked over to her side of the aisle. Cass and AJ followed, carrying one ring each, before everyone stood. Those sat closest to the aisle had been given a special task, and as Jenna and Jase started to approach the start of the aisle, their guests gentle started to toss flower petals in front of them.
"... Oh my god," Bucky whispered, almost to himself, as he spotted his soon-to-be wife.