Empathy Ch. 1
Pairing: Bucky x Empath!Reader
Word Count: 2.3k
Warnings: None in this first chapter
Summary: Y/N is an empath tasked with helping the Avengers but healing only comes if you want it.
A/N: I’m incredibly proud and excited to be bringing you this story! If you’d like to be tagged just send an ask and I’d be happy to knock up a list.
The sound of your heels clicking on linoleum filled your ears. You smoothed down the front of your skirt and tucked a stray hair behind your ear as you walked briskly down the long hallway. You reached the door to Nick Fury’s office sooner than you would have liked and you took a steadying breath as you raised your hand to knock. Tap tap tap and the door opened immediately. Nick Fury was standing there dressed all in black with his eye patch perfectly in place. You’d seen Fury from afar before, passing through a room, on tv, but you’d never been in close proximity before. He was taller than you expected.
“I’m guessing I shouldn’t shake your hand?” He asked with a chuckle.
“Not unless you want me to know exactly what you’re thinking and feeling.” You reply, a mischievous grin curling your lips.
“Maybe next time,” Fury said inviting you in with a wave of his hand.
“I’m just kidding. I don’t automatically read every person I touch, unless their emotions are running high.” You explain as Fury escorts you to a leather chair across from a small couch.
“I know a girl who can’t touch anyone. It’s… not a fun way to live,” Fury says as he sits in the chair leaving the couch open for you. You smooth your skirt behind you and sit down crossing your legs.
“I can imagine. When I was a girl my powers were so overwhelming I wasn’t able to touch anyone. Years of hard work and practice and I’m a mostly functional member of society. Director Fury, I’ve been with 3P since I was 12. Why are we pretending you don’t already know everything about me.” You drop any naiveté and fix the director with a knowing look. Fury had never taken an interest in your powers before, why now?
