You grunt, gripping you head as it splits with pain. After a few gruelling moments, it subsides... It was because of your powers, you know it.

Recently, every time you used them, it had painful consequences. You tried to keep this a secret from the others and for the most part, you were successful.

Until Bucky pulls you aside after your most recent mission together. His expression was serious and he looked you up and down, those piercing eyes sharpening. Your state only cemented his suspicions.

"What is wrong?" he asks, his voice so calculated and deep. He is a man of few words, so his clear concern and effort had you sure he was serious.