A/N I like Pre-serum Steve so I wrote an OC fanfiction that gives Pre-Serum Steve some much needed love! My OC looks like Zoey Deutch in my head so there you go.
I don't own any of the characters! I only own my OCs.
CHAPTER 1
Olivia kept fixing the non-existing wrinkles on her dress in the mirror. She was currently standing in her friend Elizabeth's bedroom, half listening with a small smile as Elizabeth rambled on excitedly about tonight.
"I can't wait for you to meet James! Though he prefers to be called Bucky, which I don't like but still! He's gorgeous and a soldier! I'm sure his friend Steve and you will get along!" she spoke happily, her red curls bouncing as she glided through the room.
Olivia sighed and without looking up from the mirror, replied: "What's so different about this Steve guy from all the others you've tried to set me up with? ¨
"Well first of all I didn't tell them your last name and second of all James says he isn't a jerk. He isn't even in the army! ¨
Olivia quickly turned around to stare suspiciously at her friend. "Why isn't he in the army? Every able guy wants to be in the army." Olivia asked. Elizabeth didn't answer she just bit her lip and looked sheepish "Lizzie" Olivia groaned. "Is he one of those lazy men who doesn't believe in defending his country and wants to slack off? I´m in the army business. I can´t date a man like that."
Elizabeth giggled and ran to Olivia grabbing her by the shoulders. "No! Actually, James said he's tried various times he's just too sick to get in.¨ She paused and showed a bit of concern, "He's got asthma and all those icky things that don't let men be drafted." She continued on sadly. Elizabeth then sighed and bent down to look at Olivia in the eyes due to their height difference. Elizabeth was 5´6 and Olivia was 5´1. ¨Look I know he doesn't sound that great but James adores him. It's just one night. For me. Please!" Elizabeth begged.
Olivia´s dumbfounded expression softened as Elizabeth spoke and her heart squeezed thinking of how that Steve fellow should feel being rejected. If what James, Lizzie´s date, said was true then he just wanted to serve his country and couldn't. She knew what fighting to be taken seriously felt like.
"I'm willing to give him a try." she said softly. ¨He's different than those other men you set me up with. He might be my perfect match!"
Elizabeth made a face and Olivia laughed "Yeah, I doubt Steve is the one but still. I just want you to be happy, Olivia. You deserve a great guy. Someone who isn't just interested in you because of your name."
Olivia smiled at Lizzie. Elizabeth went back to being excited and happy. Looking at her Olivia just hoped tonight went well. She was tired of meeting jerks plus she´d be leaving soon and she wanted to have some fun before everything became work. She really hoped this Steve guy was at least decent.
"We´re going to be late, Lizzie." Olivia said while looking in the mirror one last time running a hand through her loose chocolate curls. Lizzie squealed and grabbed Olivia´s hand dragging her out of the apartment.
They linked arms while walking down the street towards the fair. Olivia couldn't help but gnaw at her lip with worry. She was slowly loosing hope that she´d find someone to be with. Past experiences had taught her she was hard to live with. Lizzie hailed a cab and Olivia forgot about her worries for a bit by writing equations in her notepad.
"Steve I am telling you this girl is amazing! ¨ Bucky exclaimed while combing his hair.
¨I'm sure she is, Buck. ¨ Steve sighed as he laid on the couch waiting for Bucky.
¨She's gorgeous. And I haven't met Olivia but the way Elizabeth talked about her I think you're going to like her. ¨
Steve sighed and his heart squeezed a little with jealousy, knowing full well that probably both girls were going to end up on Bucky´s arms tonight. Steve was used to rejection but it didn't mean it didn't hurt as much each time. He knew when his dates saw him their eyes clouded over with regret for being with him and envy for their friend for being with Bucky. He knew it wasn't Bucky´s fault, but going out never seemed to bring anything good.
"Me liking her isn't the problem, Bucky," Steve said dryly, a sad smile showing on his face.
"Yeah, OK, but maybe this girl will be different! I got a feeling about this one Steve, trust me." Bucky noticed Steve was forcing the smile on his face and sighed, he clapped his best friend's shoulder. "Look, Steve, you're going to have a nice time with a nice girl tonight. I promise. Now come on!"
Bucky seemed so genuine and so excited that Steve couldn't help but feel his contagious energy getting to him. Bucky really wanted someone to see Steve for the smart, sweet, talented guy with a big heart that he truly was. Steve nodded and picked up his coat and sketchbook, following Bucky out the door. Steve doubted any girl would be able to get past his scrawny physique and get to know him but he didn't want to let Bucky down.