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Next Morning
Stark Guest House
The next morning, Alec was sure to leave Alyssa in the capable hands of Howard Stark's butler, Jarvis, who had helped Howard watch Alyssa when Steve, Bree, Amara and Peggy had staged the rescue mission to save the 107th, including Alec and Bucky themselves.
"Why can't I stay on the base with you, Aunt Bree, Uncle Steve and Uncle Bucky?" Alyssa complained. "I wanna learn how to fight, too."
Alec couldn't help but smile at the adorable tone and pout.
Alec knelt down to Alyssa's level, gently placing his hands on her shoulders. "I know you want to help, sweetheart, but this training is going to be very intense and dangerous. Even for adults like us."
Alyssa's pout deepened. "But I'm brave! I can handle it!"
Alec chuckled softly. "I know you're brave. You're the bravest little girl I know. But right now, the best way you can help is by staying safe with Mr. Jarvis. Can you do that for me?"
Alyssa sighed dramatically but nodded. "Okay, Daddy. I'll stay with Mr. Jarvis."
"That's my girl," Alec said, pulling her into a tight hug. "I promise, when this is all over, I'll teach you some self-defense, my little soldier."
Alyssa grinned at hearing Alec's nickname for her again. "I miss that."
"Me calling you little soldier?" Alec asked knowingly.
Alyssa nodded eagerly. "Uh-huh."
Alec smiled in return. "I missed being able to say it." He cupped Alyssa's head, kissing her forehead. "Did you look at the stars like I told you to?"
