"No, I'll take care of the kids," Bucky's quick to say, shaking his head in a movement so sharp he may not have been relaxed at all. The matter's so trivial that he doesn't feel the need for outside assistance, barely sees the need to voice the concern; he spent decades flying under the radar. He can deal with Jason and Damian.

"But Steve... He's waiting. And I understand his reasons, but that sure as hell doesn't mean I like them."