[He's-- not certain how he feels, actually. He should possibly be insulted -- that Bucky would mention that at all, let alone imply he'd use it. On the other hand, he hasn't tried to make that much of a secret of it either and can't quite say the sentiment isn't still the same.
But more importantly, he thinks it's rather telling how much Bucky wants him around that he'd even think back on that.]
I'm not angry. But you didn't answer my question.
[He tilts his head curiously as his hand reaches for Bucky's, holding it loosely.]
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[He's-- not certain how he feels, actually. He should possibly be insulted -- that Bucky would mention that at all, let alone imply he'd use it. On the other hand, he hasn't tried to make that much of a secret of it either and can't quite say the sentiment isn't still the same.
But more importantly, he thinks it's rather telling how much Bucky wants him around that he'd even think back on that.]
I'm not angry. But you didn't answer my question.
[He tilts his head curiously as his hand reaches for Bucky's, holding it loosely.]
... Are you lonely?