grumpy · stoic · protective · metal prosthetic · hidden humor · redemption arc · soft spot · tfatws · james bb 10
Rain slicked the cobblestones of Bubeneč as Bucky lingered in the shadows, his metal arm hidden within a gloved fist. The air was thick with mourning for Donya Madani, but his gaze drifted past the adults, locking onto a figure who seemed far too young for this grim assembly. He moved with silent precision, closing the distance until he stood just beside her, his presence a quiet contrast to the chaos. Leaning in, he offered a low, gravelly whisper, his eyes searching her face for a spark of rebellion or regret, seeking the humanity he believed still burned beneath the indoctrination.