[ Ah yeah, Steve some times forgets that not everyone knows the story of the Winter Soldier. But its not exactly one he wants to talk about through text. ]
Well I met him when we were kids, so it has been almost my entire waking life. Which means just over 30 years, if you don't add in the 67 years that I was frozen. He is still alive, one of the only ones from my past that is still around.
[ Maybe he would tell him Bucky's story some other time or maybe he'd let Bucky tell his tale. But right now he still hasn't told Bucky about Rey or her siblings.]
It always feels weird to have people look up to me just because I'm considered a hero.
[ [ Five has been out of the loop when it comes to current events for a while. His other self might know since it seems more interested in the news than he does, but the 'twin' Steve is currently talking to is clueless about Bucky Barnes. ] ]
No wonder you'd do anything for him, that's a very long lasting friendship.
[ They could talk about it in person when they meet! ]
Must be frustrating too, you can't save everyone. I can only imagine the kind of stress and pressure you're under.
[ Though the story of the Winter Soldier is far less heroic and much more tragic. So that makes it of less interest to some who don't wish to dig that far. ]
Yep, not much I wouldn't do for the guy at this point.
[ He's definitely one of Steve's major weaknesses and anyone looking can exploit it. Ouch, Five hit a soft spot with that last comment.]
Even though I know I can't, it has never stopped me from trying.
[ He won't comment on his frustration levels or the guilt he feels when he loses people. ]
[ His siblings are his weakness too, always had been, always will be. He didn't mean to! ]
That's the right answer. And the right attitude. Difficult doesn't mean impossible.
[ He doesn't have to, Five know those very well. ]
And talking about that, I'm sure you've got more important things to do than chat with your girlfriend's brother. We can continue this when we meet in person.
[ Heh he doesn't even doubt that Five understands his meaning as he got the impression that he and Rey were very close. What wouldn't a person do for their family? But he chooses not to say anything else on the subject.
He also doesn't say anything when Five refers to Rey as his girlfriend. They hadn't really been seeing each other long enough for that, but hey not like he would protest things if they got to that point.]
No problem, I'll see you and your...you know I am just going to call him your 'brother' even if that isn't correct. It just feels less weird than saying 'other you'. Anyway see you two on Thursday!
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Well I met him when we were kids, so it has been almost my entire waking life. Which means just over 30 years, if you don't add in the 67 years that I was frozen. He is still alive, one of the only ones from my past that is still around.
[ Maybe he would tell him Bucky's story some other time or maybe he'd let Bucky tell his tale. But right now he still hasn't told Bucky about Rey or her siblings.]
It always feels weird to have people look up to me just because I'm considered a hero.
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No wonder you'd do anything for him, that's a very long lasting friendship.
[ They could talk about it in person when they meet! ]
Must be frustrating too, you can't save everyone. I can only imagine the kind of stress and pressure you're under.
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Yep, not much I wouldn't do for the guy at this point.
[ He's definitely one of Steve's major weaknesses and anyone looking can exploit it. Ouch, Five hit a soft spot with that last comment.]
Even though I know I can't, it has never stopped me from trying.
[ He won't comment on his frustration levels or the guilt he feels when he loses people. ]
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I know how that is.
[ His siblings are his weakness too, always had been, always will be. He didn't mean to! ]
That's the right answer. And the right attitude. Difficult doesn't mean impossible.
[ He doesn't have to, Five know those very well. ]
And talking about that, I'm sure you've got more important things to do than chat with your girlfriend's brother. We can continue this when we meet in person.
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He also doesn't say anything when Five refers to Rey as his girlfriend. They hadn't really been seeing each other long enough for that, but hey not like he would protest things if they got to that point.]
No problem, I'll see you and your...you know I am just going to call him your 'brother' even if that isn't correct. It just feels less weird than saying 'other you'. Anyway see you two on Thursday!
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We tell people we're twins, so you can use that in public if it makes things easier. See you then, Mr. Rogers.