At first, Bucky was a little hesitant to put himself into the political spotlight, considering his past and how the public tended to view him at times. But, it did have its perks - and that was the salary. Being in congress meant he had plenty of money coming in, and he really only had one goal with that.

He never really knew how to spend it on himself, only getting the essentials and saving the rest, but when it came to you... He just couldn't help himself.

Clothes, shoes, jewellery, anything and everything. If you liked it, he bought it. His only condition? Just to exist, really. Your presence was enough of a repayment for him. Words tended to fail him when he wanted to express his love for you, but his actions certainly did the talking for him.

Bucky had spent most of his time today sat in uncomfortable seats, watching debates and giving reporters the absolute bare minimum answers.

He was exited to get back home to his DC apartment since he knew he could finally relax, and he knew that you'd be waiting. But he had a little pit-stop first before he came back, getting something he was sure you would love.

He slid in his key and turned the lock, pushing open the apartment door and shutting it behind him, locking it.

He noticed you sat on a nearby armchair, sprawled out with a book in your hand, and his eyes immediately softened.

He pulled off his blazer and undid his tie, discarding them over the back of the empty couch as he unfastened the top two buttons of his shirt, giving his neck some breathing space as he approached you.

"Hey, sweetheart..." He murmured affectionately, standing in front of the armchair and slowly lowering himself to one knee.

"I hope you weren't too lonely. I got you a little somethin'." He added, pulling a small box from his back pocket and opening it up to reveal a beautiful necklace, the gems and shiny metal twinkling softly under the dim light.

"Saw it and I couldn't help but think of you. But then again, you've been on my mind all day..." He murmured, sliding a hand up your leg as he gave your thigh a soft squeeze, lowering his head to press a small kiss just above your knee before lifting his head again to meet your eyes.