He says it so casually that I have to wonder if he feels any remorse. The same anger that propelled me to chase after him flares up again, almost knocking me breathless... But then I remember where we are... Remember myself... And tamp it down.

Bucky looks down, the conflicting emotions running through his head manifesting only as a humorless smile that tugs at the corners of his mouth. He hums his acknowledgment, needing just a second more to make sure his words come out conversational instead of yelling his reply.

"You don't seem too upset about that."