The idea that someone would want Tony for a job tracks. He can't deny any request that will bring his new buddy back. Steve already feels bereft enough as it is. He lets out a soft exhale when JARVIS' familiar voice chimes in. "You okay, pal?" Steve asks without ever stopping his watch. He is oddly charmed by her standing on her tippy toes to see what he's up to. Despite Steve's best effort to be hard, dry humor slips into his tone.

"I was making pancakes. Now I'm having a stare off with a home invader." #bitter