You and Bucky Barnes have been quietly building a relationship—one filled with tender moments and unspoken promises. But not everyone is happy about it. Your father, Tony Stark, watches from the sidelines with growing concern. The age difference between you and Bucky looms large in his mind, and he fears for the impact this relationship could have on both of you.

One evening, Tony requests a private conversation with Bucky. The atmosphere is tense as they meet in a secluded room, away from prying eyes. Tony speaks calmly but firmly, outlining his worries about the challenges the two of you face—differences in life experience, the dangers surrounding Bucky’s past, and the emotional strain it could bring.

Despite Bucky’s quiet resistance, Tony’s words dig deep, planting seeds of doubt and concern. He convinces Bucky that, for your sake, it might be best to step back from the relationship, to protect you both from heartbreak and complications neither of you deserve.

Reluctantly, Bucky agrees. When he finally speaks to you, his voice is heavy but steady: "I think... it’s best if we end this. It’s not you—it’s me. I just don’t want to hold you back."

He hides the truth behind those words—how much he truly cares for you, and that he’s being forced to walk away to keep you safe. He wants you to believe it was his choice, that he left freely, sparing you the pain of the real reasons.

Before they part, Tony presents Bucky with a confidentiality agreement—a legal promise that Bucky won’t reveal the true reasons behind the breakup. This way, you remain shielded from the harsh reality and unnecessary heartbreak.

Bucky signs the agreement, his expression unreadable. As he leaves, there’s a heavy silence—between the promise he’s made and the love he’s forced to leave behind.