May Parker (aunt_may) wrote in chances_rpg, @ 2023-07-12 09:13:00 |
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Current mood: | excited |
Entry tags: | mcu: bruce banner, mcu: may parker |
Log: May & Bruce
WHO: Bruce Banner & May Parker
WHAT: Bruce asks an important question.
WHERE: Hawaii
WHEN: Backdated to some time between July 5 - July 10.
RATING: Low
Hawaii was beautiful and Bruce was grateful to finally have the chance to explore it. All the traveling he'd done over the years hadn't included many islands. Mostly because most of his travel was while on the run, but that was besides the point. The island they'd chosen was lush and green and full of so many things to see and do that he could easily imagine wanting to stay longer. And while he did miss the kids, it had been nice to get away with just the woman he loved and his closest friends.
And, as much as he loved the bonding time with Tony and Pepper, Bruce was also loving alone time with May. After an incredible fresh dinner, he'd declared he was kidnapping her for time for just the two of them. He could practically feel Pepper goading him. Which he supposed he deserved, he'd been carrying around a certain diamond for far too long.
His fingers were threaded through May's as they walked along the sand near the hotel. The sun was in those early stages of setting, making the sky a brilliant blend of colors, and the Pacific ocean lapped beside them, alternating between gentle waves and the occasional rush. He didn't think he'd find a better moment than this.
"I'm glad you talked me into this," he admitted with a laugh. "I guess I maybe needed the time off."
May squeezed his hand as they walked. She was wearing a flowing yellow sundress that showed off her tan, but had kicked off her shoes so she could enjoy the feel of the sand on her feet. She too missed the kids, but was enjoying every minute of exploring Hawaii with the man she loved. She laughed and leaned over to kiss his cheek. “You deserve it after a year of being the best teacher and dad ever.”
Grinning a bit bashfully, Bruce turned to kiss her lightly. "Couldn't do it without the best support system and best mom slash aunt ever." He'd been terrified when Lyra had been dropped off by Angie, but May had more than stepped up and he couldn't have been more grateful.
May smiled and dropped his hand so she could link her arm through his instead. “This has been perfect,” she told him. “A beautiful location and you. I couldn’t ask for more.” She felt incredibly lucky and couldn’t be happier with their found family.
It had been a really, really long time since Bruce had let himself picture life as a family man. But it seemed to be happening and he sometimes pinched himself on waking. He let May snuggle closer. “I think we deserved the break. And it’s been nice getting some adult time with Tony and Pep. I love the kids and the play dates and all but sometimes some grownup time is definitely needed.”
May chuckled. “Yes, it is.” She stopped and tugged him closer so she could kiss him. “So we don’t have to sneak these,” she teased. She wrapped her arms around his neck and massaged the back of his head. “I love you, Bruce Banner.”
Yeah. Yeah, tonight was definitely the night. Maybe he should have planned something, done something big. Involved the kids somehow. But he'd promised himself he'd do it when it felt right and this? This felt right. "What do you know," he said softly, resting his forehead against hers. "So happens I love you, too. In fact…" Okay. He could do this. He'd thought about it so many times… "In fact, I'm pretty sure I'd like to spend the rest of my life with you. If that's something you're interested in, and all."
May was so surprised that she thought she misheard him. However, as soon as it dawned on her that he was serious, her eyes filled with tears. “I want nothing more.” She had fallen completely in love with Bruce Banner and wanted to spend her days with him. He just fit her in a way no one since Ben had.
Bruce's smile was soft and shy as he kissed her gently. "Oh, don't cry, that's definitely not the goal here." Still, he pulled back, reaching into his shorts pocket and finally presented a small box to the woman he loved. The one who had made him finally feel like he deserved something good after so long pushing everyone away. "In that case… May Parker, will you make me the happiest I've ever been and say yes to being my wife?"
Tears definitely spilled then. She held out her ring finger and nodded. “Yes, yes! Absolutely. I love you, you crazy man.” Once the ring was on, she pretty much jumped into his arms and hugged tightly. She was excited to tell the others, but was soaking up the moment alone with Bruce.
Oh, Bruce was ecstatic for everyone to know. But right then and there, he just wanted May. May who was going to be his wife, and wasn't that a thought? He obligingly slipped the ring on her finger before ending up with arms full of a slim brunette. It was impossible to stop smiling and he laughed as he held her firmly. "I should probably tell you, the kids already know. Or they know I'm asking anyway." He understood he'd never take Ben's place in either of their lives, but he appreciated knowing that he and Peter had the same goal: make May happy.
“You’ve been planning this for a while, huh?” She was happy the kids knew, but she couldn’t wait to hug Peter and tell him in person how much she loved him and they’d always be a team no matter who she married or how many kids they had between them. She stepped back and kept his hands in hers. “So, so happy, my love.”
"Maybe a little while." Months, literally, but who was he to judge about time? "I can't wait to spend the rest of our lives together." The two of them, their little family, their much larger extended family… If someone had told Bruce ten years ago that he'd even have a chance at this life, he'd have called them a liar. But now he stood here with a beautiful woman in his arms who was going to be his wife. He didn't know what he'd done to be so lucky but he squeezed her hand and smiled brightly.