[ One of the best things about their brood link, and about their connection being so strong, is that Sam can feel when Bucky's instincts flare up. He stops the second Bucky grabs him, making no move to pull his hand from Bucky's grasp. ]
It's fine - that's just you letting me know you need another minute. Look, man, I know that words didn't get you anywhere for a real long time; it makes sense that you'll react with what you've got. But you've got me, Bucky, you've got me. And I'm getting pretty good at learning what you're trying to tell me, so we can do this together. I'm not in any hurry.
[ No, he's not in any hurry - and he gets it, he does. Sam breathes, nice and slow, in to seven and out to eleven. ]
How about you breath with me, and count off everything you see in the room that's green - and you can hold on until you feel like you're ready to try again, then let go?
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It's fine - that's just you letting me know you need another minute. Look, man, I know that words didn't get you anywhere for a real long time; it makes sense that you'll react with what you've got. But you've got me, Bucky, you've got me. And I'm getting pretty good at learning what you're trying to tell me, so we can do this together. I'm not in any hurry.
[ No, he's not in any hurry - and he gets it, he does. Sam breathes, nice and slow, in to seven and out to eleven. ]
How about you breath with me, and count off everything you see in the room that's green - and you can hold on until you feel like you're ready to try again, then let go?