[ The softest smile settles on his lips when Bucky slips the letter back into his pocket. He's glad for it. It means that Bucky does want him to have. He'll hold it close for the rest of his life. Carry it with him through anything and everything.

Bucky moves closer, pressing into his space, and Steve slides his arms around him, resting his forehead against his. ]

I think we've covered everything in our own way, yeah- but it was still good to read it. To know that you trust me with all of it.

[Steve's hands slide slowly up and down Bucky's back.]

No surprises, just... the part about you thinking you don't deserve to heal. I don't agree with that. You are such a loving, caring and incredibly kind person. You love with all your heart, and I know that's why you feel the pain you feel... but you certainly don't deserve it.

I also know you won't believe that... so I'll believe it enough for the both of us.