[His mouth tightens into a straight line, and while he wants to bite back at that comment, he doesn't, because he knows it's the truth. Natasha suffered because of Bucky, because of a man gone insane from an improper thawing and lack of a mission, from Red Room training and implanted information and triggers, who held a grudge against the Winter Soldier. Because of Bucky.]
No. She didn't.
[And now he's tense, wondering if this is going to escalate. His voice sounds rough when he speaks again, metal hand gripping his fork so hard it cracks in two.] I tried to save her. I love her. And now, at least, she doesn't have to be around me.
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No. She didn't.
[And now he's tense, wondering if this is going to escalate. His voice sounds rough when he speaks again, metal hand gripping his fork so hard it cracks in two.] I tried to save her. I love her. And now, at least, she doesn't have to be around me.