Chapter 2
Two months earlier
Bucky stood silently in the lab, looking around curiously. He was blown away by how advanced the tech was and even more so by the intelligence the people portrayed. It overshadowed even some of America's most prominent figures.
"Sergeant Barnes, I understand your hesitation. But I assure you, you would receive the best care and it is the safest facility in the world. It is the least I can offer as apology for the misunderstanding." The Wakandan king's voice was soft and kind as he offered the olive branch to the soldier.
Bucky nodded in understanding. He held his flesh hand out to the other man. "Thank you. Very much, for the new arm, for the sanctuary. But I think I need to be out of the ice for a bit. Need to find myself again." He explained as they shook hands.
"The offer will always stand. You are always welcome in my country." T'challa shot him a warm smile before leading Bucky back to the main common room where Steve and the team were waiting to see the new arm.