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[she's trying to keep the worry out of her expression as she continues to peer out, but the buzzing text notifications at least reassure her that he's probably going to make it.]
maybe you'll finally teach me an appreciation for the finer things just yet, helmut.
maybe you'll finally teach me an appreciation for the finer things just yet, helmut.
Ah, well. I try.
I'm outside.
[And only a bit wobbly on his feet. At least he hasn't bled out yet.]
I'm outside.
[And only a bit wobbly on his feet. At least he hasn't bled out yet.]
That's not being a kind host, James...
[The taunt sounds weak on his own lips as he watches him steadily. He isn't terribly... worried, now. At least he is confident Bucky will try to save his life, and if he dies? Ah, well. There have been worst ways to go he's faced in his life.
Not that he intends to put Bucky in any such position. He sips the water, and he grits his teeth against the antiseptic going to the wound. It burns deep, radiates pain in ways that make his breath catch for a moment.]
Likely, you would rather be ignorant. Or at least better off.
[The taunt sounds weak on his own lips as he watches him steadily. He isn't terribly... worried, now. At least he is confident Bucky will try to save his life, and if he dies? Ah, well. There have been worst ways to go he's faced in his life.
Not that he intends to put Bucky in any such position. He sips the water, and he grits his teeth against the antiseptic going to the wound. It burns deep, radiates pain in ways that make his breath catch for a moment.]
Likely, you would rather be ignorant. Or at least better off.
I thought perhaps you were seeking information from someone.
I wasn't aware you were genuinely clueless, James.
I wasn't aware you were genuinely clueless, James.
I was seeking information. The venue didn't matter.
Really?
Really?
[And as promised, Zemo waits for him -- when you're a baron, you can certainly make a deal or two for the best, most private table and he did as much. There's... a spark of excitement on his end too.
He hasn't felt that in a while and it almost feels... pleasant.
He's lived quite like a dead man waiting for peace, but since life seems to rather him be alive... maybe it's time for a different approach.
Brunch with someone who makes him actually want to smile upon seeing him? Sounds like quite a start.
He looks good too, Zemo notes. And smells nice when he's near enough.]
I'm glad you could make it.
He hasn't felt that in a while and it almost feels... pleasant.
He's lived quite like a dead man waiting for peace, but since life seems to rather him be alive... maybe it's time for a different approach.
Brunch with someone who makes him actually want to smile upon seeing him? Sounds like quite a start.
He looks good too, Zemo notes. And smells nice when he's near enough.]
I'm glad you could make it.
Did you find your information?
It isn't my fault if you didn't realize there are gay bars now, James.
It isn't my fault if you didn't realize there are gay bars now, James.
Of course I did.
Somehow I feel like you were counting on that.
Somehow I feel like you were counting on that.
[she might lightly complain about trying to get the stains out of white later, but she greets Zemo by placing her body right up against his side to help alleviate some of the burden of holding himself upright.] Come inside, I've missed you. [he looks pale, but then again he always does. the stack of towels are waiting right inside the doorway, and she immediately starts trying to identify the source of the bleeding to press one against, guiding him toward the couch. the place is as much of a chaotic array of half-finished projects and stolen tech and too many research books as always, but at least the walking path is clear.]
[Is he... nervous? Possibly. Just a smidgen. But Mobius doesn't show it. He takes that energy and puts it into his step, making it a bit springier than usual. Everything should even out by the time he makes his approach.
That smile sure is infectious though, and he finds himself back at square one before he's even seated. Equal parts nerves and excitement rolled into one.]
Me too. Hi. Hope I didn't keep ya too long.
[He does not go for a handshake because that would be utterly humiliating and this has nothing to do with work. Instead he takes a seat at the table after awkwardly standing a bit too long. Scooting himself in close, he glances around at their incredibly private accommodations. Unable to hide just how impressed he is.]
Swanky. You know you didn't hafta go all out like this.
[He says that, but that doesn't mean he's not appreciative.]
That smile sure is infectious though, and he finds himself back at square one before he's even seated. Equal parts nerves and excitement rolled into one.]
Me too. Hi. Hope I didn't keep ya too long.
[He does not go for a handshake because that would be utterly humiliating and this has nothing to do with work. Instead he takes a seat at the table after awkwardly standing a bit too long. Scooting himself in close, he glances around at their incredibly private accommodations. Unable to hide just how impressed he is.]
Swanky. You know you didn't hafta go all out like this.
[He says that, but that doesn't mean he's not appreciative.]
[ He ignores the attempt at needling him, since all of his focus is going into cleaning and dressing the wound.
When he gets the needle threaded: ] This will go easier if you talk while I'm closing you up.
[ Bucky leans in, hoping his tactical training for field medicine still holds, and begins the first stitch. He knows it's going to feel shitty for a while, but once he gets this thing closed up, Zemo will be on the mend. ]
When he gets the needle threaded: ] This will go easier if you talk while I'm closing you up.
[ Bucky leans in, hoping his tactical training for field medicine still holds, and begins the first stitch. He knows it's going to feel shitty for a while, but once he gets this thing closed up, Zemo will be on the mend. ]
Of course.
I have little doubt that your taste in vodka would be superior to most. I would welcome your recommendations.
I have little doubt that your taste in vodka would be superior to most. I would welcome your recommendations.
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