Title: Sparks Fly (Whenever You Smile) AO3: Here Rating: General Warnings: None Relationship: Monica Rambeau/Steve Rogers Word Count: 130 Additional Tags: seasonaldelightsbingo's Language of Flowers Bingo, Steve Rogers Bingo, Fluffy Steve Fest, Moodboard, Not quite drabble, Ficlet, Fluff, First Meetings, Crush at First Sight, Reminiscing, Matchmaker Darcy Lewis, Photographer Peter Parker, Photographs, Party, Nervousness, Butterflies, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Not Canon Compliant Summary: Even without the serum’s help, Steve knew he’d always remember the moment he and Monica met. Notes: Made for the Steve Rogers Bingo (Round 3) prompt “Monica Rambeau,” the Language of Flowers Bingo (Seasonal Delights Bingo) prompt “Taking Photos,” and the Fluffy Steve Fest Day 4 Honeymoon challenge and prompt “Party.” I actually missed the posting deadline for all three, but I figured I’d post it anyway. Title from “Sparks Fly” by Taylor Swift.
Even without the serum’s help, Steve knew he’d always remember the moment he and Monica met.
Every little detail.
The first time he saw her from across the room, throwing her head back with laughter. The way Darcy caught his not-so-subtle gawking and dragged him through the rest of the party to meet her. The butterflies that filled his stomach in a way he hadn’t felt in decades. Her dazzling smile and firm handshake. The way he was so engrossed in their conversation until he heard Peter shout, “Captains! Photo?” and the next thing he knew their arms were around each other. How his skin tingled at even that brief closeness.
And how he hoped she felt the same.
He didn’t have to wait long to find out the answer.