[He doubted that when Steve was small that he would have dared to mingle their blood like this, but his mate had enhanced with the serum and could even contest him in a predatory fashion when in combat. Like so many things, he wanted them to blend together in ways that he could and would give to no other. This life together was just starting again, and he only disliked that he was fumbling into it probably in the same way he did as a young merman.

The Soldier had no idea if he had ever submitted to Steve before, bared his neck to anyone. It felt like a huge step for him to do so, a sign of utmost trust despite the fact that he didn't want to do that to anyone. Just Steve. Always his mate was the exception to any of his self-proclaimed rules.

He sighed and relaxed under the warmth of Steve's mouth, and he remained with his head tilted back even as his palm still mingled their blood. He felt so warm, and it was truly exhilarating to feel such things.]

I... yes. Something went wrong when I saw you, though I didn't know what that was until much later. I need to either make more memories with you or get those back that were taken from me.