Aaargh it still stings a little bit for me what Bucky did to reader, but if she forgives him, i forgive him too, i guess(?😂 i know he deserves better, he has lost a lot, but maaaaan what he did was serious. I'm loving the mistery of who might be the one sending all those threats, I already have some suppositions. Can't wait to see if my guts are right. - Minervaem
I think the way I made reader look at it, that carrying around that kind of anger, especially toward someone who was trying to be better, was just too toxic for her. His intentions were bad, but he never actually carried through with it. He realized he was being a fool and was honest about it, he paid a big price, and he’s now working toward redemption, if you will.
Reader’s eyes are opening to a new world, really, and Sam has been a positive influence on her. Second chances aren’t easy, and she isn’t taking it lightly, but I think it’s mature and shows a lot of personal growth.
I guess I still don’t understand the trepidation, since everyone seemed to love things like the film How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days, which was this x 100 for two terrible people. I’ve also seen several current fics where Bucky has broken someone’s heart on purpose, and those still seem to be received well. Oh well. You don’t have to forgive him, but it might be hard to keep reading. No hard feelings if you’d prefer to stop.
As for the bad guy, I’ve decided who it is, and I’m really hoping people are surprised by my choice, but not let down…haha. We shall see!
