The Tragedy of Living

09

UNDER AN OVERPASS

"Not sure you understand the concept of a getaway car," Sharon said.

"It's low profile," Steve told her.

"Good, because this stuff tends to draw a crowd." She opened the trunk of her car, revealing Steve's and Sam's gear.

Bucky sat behind Sam in the getaway car and asked, "Can you move your seat up?"

"No," Sam replied.

"I owe you again," Steve stated.

"Keeping a list," Elsie teased.

Sharon glanced at Bucky. "You know, he kinda tried to kill me and Elsie."

"Sorry. I'll put it on the list, too," Steve said. "They're going to come looking for you two."

"I know," Sharon and Elsie replied.

"Thank you, Sharon. Thank you, Elsie," he said with a smile and after a moment, he and Elsie kissed.

"That was..." Elsie began.

"Late."

"Damn right. Sharon, go."

Sharon nodded and left.

Steve frowned. "What are you doing?"

"Helping you," Elsie replied.

"You should go. It could be dangerous."

Elsie smirked. "I'm counting on it. You really think I'd leave you alone in regards to something like this?"

He let out a sigh. "Okay."

In the car, Bucky smiled and Sam nodded.

PARKING GARAGE - 6TH LEVEL - LEIPZIG/HALLE AIRPORT

Steve drove into the parking lot in the battered, old car. He parked by a gray van and got out.

"Cap," Clint greeted.

"You know I wouldn't have called if I had any other choice," Steve said.

"Hey man, you're doing me a favor. Besides, I owe a debt."

"Thanks for having my back."

"It was time to get off my ass," Wanda answered.

"How about our other recruit?"

"He's rarin' to go," Clint replied. "Had to put a little coffee in him, but... he should be good."

"What timezone is this?" Scott asked.

"Come on. Come on."

Scott shook Steve's hand with an amazed look. "Captain America!"

"Mr. Lang," Steve said.

"It's an honor. I'm shaking your hand too long. Wow! This is awesome! Captain America." He looked at Wanda. "I know you, too. You're great!" He turned back and felt Steve's shoulders. "Jeez. Ah, look, I wanna say, I know you know a lot of super people, so... thinks for thanking of me." He sicced to Sam. "Hey, man!"

"What's up, Tic Tac?" Sam asked.

"Uh, good to see you. Look, what happened last time when I..."

"It was a great audition, but it'll... it'll never happen again."

"They tell you what we're up against?" Steve questioned.

"Something about some... psycho-assassins?"

Steve nodded briefly. "We're outside the law on this one. So, if you come with us, you're a wanted man."