[It's on the tip of Steve's tongue to say that it doesn't matter what Natasha thinks because it's his and Bucky's relationship, not hers, and he would appreciate it if everyone stopped treating him like he was made of glass.

The cautious but hopeful expression kills that sentiment though. Bucky's worried. Bucky has every right to be worried. It's not about you, Steve he reminds himself.]

I talked her out of it. I think so anyway, if she doesn't break in to do it herself in the next twenty minutes we're in the clear.