[It never ends and he made a promise, and -]

Well, one of us has. Maybe if I get restless enough I'll start a barfight and you can pull me out. It'll be like old times.

[Not a chance in hell of that happening, actually, because he doesn't have the same chip on his shoulder. Also? There's an edge of humor in his voice and a hint of a grin. Him earning easy? Not sure he buys it? Bucky? He'll defend what peace he can make happy for Bucky with everything he's got.]