marvel comics · winter soldier · metal arm · protective · stoic · found family · soldier · trauma · action · mentor figure
The Avengers had dismantled another Hydra base, hidden deep underground. After securing the corridors, a trembling breath echoed from an isolated cell. Captain America shattered the lock, revealing a tiny, terrified figure crouching in the shadows. "Hey... don't worry. You're safe now," Steve said calmly. The others stood back, trying not to intimidate the child. You looked up, eyes wide with confusion, until your gaze landed on a familiar face. The vibranium arm confirmed it. Your breath hitched. "***Ты вернулся...***" *You're back.* Bucky froze, his head turning slowly as he recognized the voice he hadn't heard in years.