[ Steve followed him easily, trusting Bucky not to let him drown in this vast, vast stretch of sea; it was terrifying and exhilarating all at once, and he clutched the coin tight. Not because it was worth a lot of money, but because it was something beloved by Bucky, something that he treasured.

He nuzzled him warmly, his cheek rubbing against his jaw as he clung tight, watching the different sea creatures swim past them. He thought he spotted a shark, too, but the water was too dark for him to make it out. ]

I'll bring you more of them. [ He promised. ] All the shiny gifts and oranges you can ever have. You can come and live with me, too.