FIC REC WEEK 28 – HISTORICAL FICS
In Amore Veritas by FestiveFerret
Pairing: Steve/Tony
Rating: T
Words: 3,903
Tags: Truth Serum, Class Difference, Reconnecting
Summary: Prince Tony creeps down to the stables one night to meet with his best friend, Steve, one of the stable boys. It's something they do often, but this time, Tony has something special hidden in the wraps of his cloak.
Reasons why I love it:
Oh, you poor, silly boys. I'm so glad they cleared up their misunderstanding in the end, because those two idiots deserve each other. This fic is super sweet and fluffy, and I bet you'll love it just as much as I do!
as you have honored them by Areiton
Pairing: Steve/Tony
Rating: M
Words: 1,734
Tags: Fantasy AU, Forced Marriage, Protective Steve
Summary: He sits in his chambers, silent as the three serving automans paint his body, gold and crimson. There are the sigils of the Crown that is his birthright, and the ones of Stone’s own kingdom.
There are, too, the traditional sigils, of a bride, of the nine gods and the six kingdoms.
Reasons why I love it:
Don't mind me, I'm just over here, screaming incoherently into the void. This fic is SO GOOD, oh my god! I love all of the symbolism and the blessings and the ENDING, fuck yes! I really hope you go and read this one if you haven't, because it's phenomenal!
Tribute Given, Treasure Gained by sphagnum
Pairing: Steve/Tony
Rating: E
Words: 12,051
Tags: A/B/O, Power Imbalance, Tribute Tony
Summary: “Steve,” the Captain said, hand over his chest.
Tony licked his lips. Was he supposed to give his name, or remain silent until he was asked a direct question? The Captain--Steve, apparently--already knew his name, he had to, it had been included on the settlement he and Stane had signed. Was this a test? Time was passing and Steve was still waiting with his hand on his chest but Tony had to figure out the right answer fast or when Steve moved he might--
“Tony,” he blurted.
“Tony,” Steve repeated. He hadn’t come any closer. He said something short that might have been pleased to meet you or you look good on your knees. Tony had no way of knowing and he wasn’t going to risk echoing it. He kept quiet. See, Howard? I do know how to shut up when my life depends on it.
Reasons why I love it:
The language barrier gives this story so much tension and intrigue, it's amazing! I love how gentle Steve is with Tony, mindful of his nerves to the very end, and Tony's musings about whether or not he can trust Steve are perfect. I love this fic so much, and you should definitely read it!
a myth to many by nanasekei
Pairing: Steve/Tony
Rating: NR
Words: 8,660
Tags: Howard Stark's A+ Parenting, Medieval AU, Angst
Summary: “What I’m about to ask you has no relation to our alliance,” Rogers continues, his voice a lot steadier now. “I come here only in behalf of myself, and what I’m about to ask, I ask as a man, not as a soldier.”
Howard feels as if he can see the anticipation growing in the room, almost as a cloud forming over them. The guards don’t bother hiding the shock in their expressions, and even Jarvis can’t fully disguise the curiosity, his eyebrows quirked.
Rogers takes one short breath before locking his eyes with Howard’s. His blue gaze is almost peaceful in its resoluteness, as if there’s an element of inevitability in what he’s about to say.
“I’m here to ask for your son’s hand.”
Reasons why I love it:
Aaaah, the ending is so ominous, I love it! The choice to tell this story from Howard's perspective is brilliant. His inner monologue is fascinating, and it reveals so much about Tony's life as his son. And the last few paragraphs are an absolute gut-punch. I adore this one, and I hope you give it a shot for yourself!
Clan (of the Stranger and the Outcast) by greymantledlady
Pairing: Steve/Tony
Rating: M
Words: 5,778
Tags: Stone Age AU, Hurt Tony, Protective Steve
Summary: The Stranger holds out his huge hand towards Tony, palm outwards and upwards.
Tony watches him warily, baring his teeth a little, not yet a snarl but a warning. But the Stranger simply holds his hand there, waiting, waiting; and his knife is lying on the ground between them, and there is no threat in the lines of his body.
Tony lets out a little breath he’s been holding. And he’s trembling, but he slowly reaches his own hand out, tentative and uncertain, and brushes the fingertips against the Stranger’s calloused palm. And the Stranger smiles a little, his eyes soft, and wraps his fingers around Tony’s.
(The one where Neanderthal!Steve and Homo Sapiens!Tony imprint on each other like baby ducklings.)
Reasons why I love it:
The way they communicate with each other in this one is so precious to me. I love the whole setting and how their culural differences come into play, it's super intriguing. Definitely check this one out, it's wonderful!
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