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[The first time this happened was bad enough, but a second time? He was getting very tired of being tossed around by these people. But he would have to do something about that later, right now he needed to check on Bucky. He... he was here, he remembered that. The person he was going to start searching for with Sam was in this city.

It didn't take him long to find Bucky (and Tony). And wow. Those two were definitely something special. They owed him a big explanation for this.

After he made sure that those idiots were getting some sort of rest, Steve decided to toss something up on the network. He definitely knew how to use it and he needed to address some of the people here. Best and fastest way was to do this.]

Just lost another three days here. [He tried to look easygoing about it, but there was definitely some irritation in his now more modern features. His hair was a little shorter and he was actually wearing jeans with a non-plaid shirt.] And looks like I missed a whole lot while I was gone.

[Tony explained what happened, the malfunctioning of the suit. The fight. It was a big mess, but at least they were going to recover. A lot of his irritation disappeared at the thought and now he looked grateful as he continued to address the video.]

But wanted to thank those that checked up on Bucky and Tony, made sure they were okay. I wasn't there to help when I should've been. [Maybe it wasn't his fault, but he still felt responsible. However, he tried to push away that guilt for now and instead smiled a little wryly at the feed.] They're friends of mine that get into more trouble than they should. Can't look away from them for two seconds before they come back bloodied and bruised.

[Although, Steve wasn't really better. Probably worse, actually. But details.]

And if anyone wants to tell me their side, be happy to hear it.

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Doing your best is all anyone can ask of you! That is what father tells me. As long as you try your best, even if you fail, you have nothing to be ashamed of! You just learn what you can from things and get stronger so you don't fail the next time.

[So, Steve is right. Lingering doesn't help anyone. All it does is keep the person who is lingering from moving forward and becoming stronger.]

I am glad Lord James is going to be okay. He was hurting so much when I found him, but he didn't want to let me know. I could tell, though! He wasn't moving right or breathing right. I noticed and Kit did too!

[Diarmuid gives Steve a curious look.]

Why are adults like that? Why do they hide things from people who want to help them? We can't help if we don't know what is wrong! We are friends, right? And friends help each other just like your friends back home helped you! I want to do that for you and for Lord James!

[He knows he's little and that limits what he can do, but he has a bit heart. That counts for something, right?]

[He's not in complete agreement with that, but he's not about to argue with him on it. It's a good moral to have as a kid, so Steve didn't think there would be much of a reason to make him stop believing in that.

But he was willing to answer his questions a bit more honestly.]

Can't speak for all adults, but sometimes we just want to keep things to ourselves. Carry our burden silently and not bother others with our problems. [It's Steve's reason for being quiet about his problems a lot, although he's now taken the method of smiling through things. And for the longest time, Steve didn't think his problems really could be solved either. Truthfully, part of him still thinks that.]

But there is no reason to carry things alone! Not when you have friends to help you get through them.

[Unfortunately, Steve's answer doesn't really help Diarmuid understand any better. However, maybe if he asks a few more questions he can figure it out.]

Are people ashamed of needing help? Everyone needs help sometimes! There is no reason to be ashamed. And friends don't think helping each other is a burden. There is no reason not to tell them!

[It doesn't seem like he fully understands what Steve is getting at, but he doesn't hold it against him. Seems like a silly thing to do, so he just smiles a little instead.]

Everyone needs help, even the strongest person can't fight alone. But wouldn't say it's always about shame, just that some wanna be a bit more independent. [When he was still weak, he always wanted to appear strong and keep things to himself. Some part of that still remains in him.]

Oh!

[Diarmuid's face brightens in understanding. Indeed, he had not grasped what Steve meant fully, but he does now.]

I didn't think of that. I suppose that is okay as long as the person realizes their are people who will help them if they want it. And so long as they don't push themselves too far when they don't need to!

Think that's a good compromise.

[Although Steve probably pushes himself a bit too far, even if he doesn't think or realize it. He feels that he has to live up to his title as Captain America, even in this place.]

We just gotta make sure Bucky doesn't push himself too far, right?

[Don't feel bad Steve. Once he grows up, Diarmuid is going to be very guilty of pushing himself too far. So much for the wisdom of youth.]

Yes we do!

[Diarmuid nods his head so hard, one might worry it will fall off.]

I understand why he might be afraid to trust others after what happened, but that just means we have to keep trying until he isn't afraid anymore!

[The innocence of childhood gone :'|]

It's gonna take a lot of effort, from the both of us. [Although, he has a feeling that Diarmuid is ready to give it his all. Steve just has to make sure he doesn't get caught in anything dangerous because of him or Bucky.]

Don't worry! I'm not afraid of hard work. And he is worth it!

[Diarmuid says this with complete confidence.]

We will fix the things the bad people did to him. They won't win!

[He doesn't think Bucky will become violent around Diarmuid at least. He's just a kid and doesn't pose much of a threat. If he gets a flashback though... Steve knows that Bucky would feel bad if Diarmuid got hurt at all. He would feel the exact same way.]

They won't. [He's not sure how much can be 'fixed,' but... he's not going to abandon Bucky no matter what. Steve's going to be there for his friend, until the end of the line.] And when I get back to Earth, I'll make sure they won't hurt anyone else again either.

[Perhaps Bucky has a bit of a sixth sense or Diarmuid was just lucky then, but even when the boy found Bucky caught up in his flashback in the alley that day, the man hadn't hurt him. Hopefully, things will stay that way.]

Good! They need to pay and be kept from hurting anyone else. I wish I could come and help you since he is my friend too, but I know you will do a good job yourself. You're strong and don't give up!

What you're doing now is enough. Really. [He can't bring a young kid to dangerous missions, there's just no way he's going to pull something like that. Steve will have Sam by his side and once they reunite with Bucky back on Earth, all of them will go and take down HYDRA.]

And I'll have friends with me, people I can trust to have my back. Worked the last time and it will again.

[Most people would be surprised to know just how well Diarmuid can already defend himself, especially now that he his magic bracelet, but even so he is just a child. That kind of fight can wait until he is older.]

I am glad your friends will still be there to help you. It is so great to have those kinds of friends. I am always happy when I find out that Lord James has a new friend because he needs friends too.

[He would just prefer of those friends avoided further misunderstandings...]

[When he first got Bucky back in this place, he was still unaware of everything going on. But now that he has seen Bucky in his world and knows all the things that happened between them, he can see how much he's improved by being here. It was harder to tell before, but now... Steve can see that Bucky has been talking to others and making new friends here.

Not trying to kill Steve or follow HYDRA anymore is good too. Along with trying to get his memories back... there's been a lot of progress and he's hopeful.]

I am too. And gotta say, he's been faring a lot better compared to the last time I saw him. [Although, the last time he saw Bucky was when he was getting his face punched in.]

Except for the misunderstanding, right?

[Considering Steve is the one who knows James the best, Diarmuid is glad to hear from him that James is getting better. It's one thing for Diarmuid to think he is getting better, but his knowledge of James is very limited. Steve is a completely different story.]

Speaking of friends, are your friends at home like Lord James or are they a lot different? What would it be like if they came here?

Except for that, but now they're gettin' along better than before.

[One positive thing that came out of the misunderstanding at least.]

They're largely different. [He instantly thinks about Sam and Natasha and how they would react to this place.] Both of them would be able to adapt, they're strong like that.

You and Lord James should teach the other man to be more of an adult!

[Good luck with that task guys.]

What are your friends' names? I can keep an eye out to see if they happen to arrive with the new arrivals sometime!

[Diarmuid imagines that any friend of Steve's must be a really good person and he wants to meet them.]

[Steve isn't one to give up, but teaching Tony to be more of an adult seems like a hopeless cause.] No guarantees on that one.

Sam and Natasha. [Course, Steve is still planning on going to the welcome center anyway. But he's not going to hide the fact that they are his friends.]

[Diarmuid frowns slightly.]

He's stubborn, isn't he? He seemed that way when I talked to him. Just do your best! It's not your fault if you can't do the impossible!

[Is that a joke? Diarmuid sure seems serious enough...]

Sam and Natasha. Those sound like good, strong names. I will make sure to tell you if I run into them!

[Even if Steve is likely to find them before Diarmuid does, he will still try to help all he can.]

Stubborn as a mule. Had my share of arguments with him too. [And boy, Steve hasn't really been that nasty to a teammate before. But they're doing... betterish now. At least Steve doesn't want to punch Tony out half the time anymore.

Talking to him is still a bit of a challenge sometimes. He can't deny that.]

Thank you, Diarmuid. Appreciate this a whole lot.

You don't have to thank me. I like helping!

[Diarmuid smiles widely at Steve.]

Just let me know if there is anything I can do. Maybe you and Lord James can come over sometime and I can cook for you both!

[Gosh, such a good kid.]

We'd like that. Maybe have some sort of potluck. [Clearly Tony isn't invited :|]

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That sounds like fun!

[Diarmuid pauses a moment, suddenly looking confused.]

What's a 'potluck?'

It's when each person brings their own dish, so that the host doesn't have to make everything. This way, everyone contributes too. [Steve always liked the idea of them anyway, it's a good way to learn about the other person too. Food says a lot of about someone.]

Oh! That sounds like a lot of fun! One big group effort and a lot of good things to enjoy!

[Diarmuid claps his hands excitedly. Why didn't they do this kind of thing at home? It sounds like a great thing to do for festivals!]

What is the best kind of thing to bring to a potluck? I will find something new to make for everyone!

[And practice a lot so he can make it right before the potluck.]

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