Sam doesn't quite shush Bucky, but burrows closer. Kisses his cheek. The corner of his mouth. Doesn't dare go further without permission.
"You've been mourning. You've been lonely. I'm sorry I didn't realize sooner that you needed more from me. I'm here now. And you can have this, Bucky. We're in this together - so I'll keep you warm. Having needs doesn't make you needy. Just means we find ways to get them met."
A vague gesture to the phone.
" I actually just spoke to the Council. Last time I was in touch with them, I asked for their patience while we bond. Today, they asked about you, and I told them we're still settling into our bond. They send their regards to you, and will not rush us. We can let them know when we're ready."
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Sam doesn't quite shush Bucky, but burrows closer. Kisses his cheek. The corner of his mouth. Doesn't dare go further without permission.
"You've been mourning. You've been lonely. I'm sorry I didn't realize sooner that you needed more from me. I'm here now. And you can have this, Bucky. We're in this together - so I'll keep you warm. Having needs doesn't make you needy. Just means we find ways to get them met."
A vague gesture to the phone.
" I actually just spoke to the Council. Last time I was in touch with them, I asked for their patience while we bond. Today, they asked about you, and I told them we're still settling into our bond. They send their regards to you, and will not rush us. We can let them know when we're ready."