[It wasn't Bucky's fault - definitely not that time, and none of the other times, either. Bucky always worked hard to find a girl with a sister or a friend willing to give "his artist best friend" a chance, but when that friend turned out to be a ninety-pound asthmatic shorter than most of the girls he dated, there was nothing for it.
Besides, that particular time? Steve ditched them to try his luck at enlisting for a fifth time.] I'll think about it - I promise. [And he will, but he's still not sure dating is a good idea - or even practicing - for him. But it clearly means a lot to her, and she's willing to help him, and he doesn't want to turn down that kindness either. Maybe he could use all the help he can get.
Besides, he didn't miss that little hint, intentional or unintentional - and that gets a sly little smile.] So that's a steady thing, huh? [Good. They both deserve it.]
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Besides, that particular time? Steve ditched them to try his luck at enlisting for a fifth time.] I'll think about it - I promise. [And he will, but he's still not sure dating is a good idea - or even practicing - for him. But it clearly means a lot to her, and she's willing to help him, and he doesn't want to turn down that kindness either. Maybe he could use all the help he can get.
Besides, he didn't miss that little hint, intentional or unintentional - and that gets a sly little smile.] So that's a steady thing, huh? [Good. They both deserve it.]